Royal Orient Express

Introduction :

The Royal Orient train is one of the world's most exotic trains. The journey by the Royal orient train is a rare delight. It is an experience that takes you back to the times of Rajas and Maharajas. As you embark on your journey by the Royal Orient train, you get to explore two of the most fascinating and culturally rich states of India, Gujarat and Rajasthan. The journey by the Royal Orient train is a memorable experience as you get to see different facets of Indian culture.

A joint venture of the Tourism Corporation of Gujarat and the Indian Railways, the Royal Orient promises you to showcase the best of Indian culture and heritage. Your experience on the Royal Orient will be unique and unforgettable; in a luxurious setting with personalized services from liveried attendants. There are thirteen coaches and saloons, named after erstwhile kingdoms of Rajputana. So get ready to experience the journey of lifetime as we promise to explore the rich cultural heritage of Rajasthan and Gujarat!

Duration: 7 Nights/8 Days
Destinations Covered: Delhi - Chittaugarh - Udaipur - Junagarh - Veraval - Sesangir - Dilwara - Palitana - Sarkhej - Ahmedabad - Jaipur - Delhi

Day 1 (Wednesday) Delhi
Departure of Royal Orient Train from Delhi Cantt in the evening.

Day 2 (Thursday) Chittaurgarh & Udaipur
Morning arrival at Chittaurgarh to visit Chittaurgarh Fort. Transfer to Udaipur on air-conditioned luxury coaches. Sightseeing tour of the city including City Palace, Lake Pichhola and Lake Palace and visit to 'Shilpagrama' (the crafts village) and Sahelion-Ki-Bari (the Royal Gardens). Overnight transfer to Junagarh via Royal Orient Train.

Day 3 (Friday) Junagarh & Veraval
Sightseeing tour of the city including Ashokan Rock Edicts and Junagarh fort. Transfer to Veraval via train where you can see famous Somnath temple on the shores of Arabian Sea.

Day 4 (Saturday) Sasangir & Dilwara
Early morning train transfer to Sesangir Lion Sancturay featuring Asian lions. Transfer to Dilwara temples before leaving for Palitana in the Night.

Day 5 (Sunday) Palitana & Sarkhej
Sightseeing tour and trekking to 863 Jain temples of Palitana atop the Shatrunjaya Hills. Transfer to Sarkhej in the noon for overnight luxury bus ride to Ahmedabad.

Day 6 (Monday) Ahmedabad
Sightseeing tour of the city including Gandhi Ashram, Calico Textile Museum and Sidi Aayyad's Mosque. Train leaves for Jaipur, the pink city, in the noontime.

Day 7 (Tuesday) Jaipur
Late morning arrival to Jaipur. Elephant ride to Amer Fort.

Amber Fort - is a classic example of Rajput architecture. Diwan-I-am, Hall of Victory and Kali temple are some of its highlights.

Sightseeing tour of Jaipur including Hawa mahal, City Palace and Jantar Mantar. Overnight, transfer to Delhi via train.

Day 8 (Wednesday) Delhi
Back to Delhi Cantt in morning for departure to onward destination.