The Indian Maharaja Destinations

The Indian Maharaja itinerary cuts across state border and covers destinations in Rajasthan, Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh. The journey on board this luxury train include tours to an array of World Heritage Sites, tiger reserve in Ranthambore and royal destinations in 'land of Maharajas' Rajasthan. We have compiled the list of the destinations covered by the Indian Maharaja train during its weeklong itinerary. We have also tried to give you brief history and attractions that form the highlight of the tour.

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Gateway of India, Mumbai

Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus

Elephanta Caves, Mumbai

Marine Drive, Mumbai

Juhu Chowpatty Beach

Mumbai: City of Dreams

'City of Dreams', Maximum City and many more such names define the character and spirit of Mumbai. It is said that this city never sleeps. An amalgam of incredible Indian diversity, Mumbai is one of the most happening cities of the world. There are so many things to do in Mumbai. Vibrant nightlife, sea beaches and heritage sites along with the status of financial capital makes Mumbai a favorite among casual as well as business travelers from around the world.

Ajanta Caves, Daulatabad

Ellora Caves, Daulatabad

Daulatabad: The city of prosperity

The Daulatabad, meaning City of Prosperity, is a fourteenth century fort just 16 km northwest of Aurangabad. It was once one of the largest and important cities of India and even remained the capital of the country under Tughlaq rule. The Daulatabad fort was considered one of the most invincible and robust forts which stood resistant against enemies for centuries.

Close to Daulatabad are situated renowned Ellora Caves, one of the most visited World heritage sites of India. Ellora has 34 caves carved out of rocks, with exquisite sculptures which date back to 5the and 10th century. Cave 16, also known as Kailasa, is world's largest monolithic structure double the size of Pantheon in Athens.

Ajanta Caves are marvelous structures built around second century BC. The Ajanta is considered masterpiece of both Buddhist religious art and general pictorial art.

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Lake Palace, Udaipur

City Palace, Udaipur

Jag Mandir Palace, Udaipur

Saheliyon Ki Bari, Udaipur

Pratap Memorial, Udaipur

Jagdish Temple, Udaipur

Crystal Gallery, Udaipur

Festival Celebration, Udaipur

Udaipur: Venice of the East

Located on the pristine shores of Lake Pichola, the Udaipur was a historic capital of Mewar State. Surrounded by hills and set on the lake shores, the city grew in complete contrast to the adjoining arid deserts. The city was voted as World's Best City for travelers by Travel + Leisure magazine in 2009. The City Palace at Udaipur is one of the largest palace complexes in the world.

Ranthambore National Park, Tiger

Ranthambore National Park, Deer

Ranthambore National Park, Sambar

Ranthambore National Park, Monkey

Ranthambore National Park, Peacock

Ranthambore National Park, Rufous Treepie

Sawai Madhopur: Home to Project Tiger

About 130 km from Jaipur is situated Sawai Madhopur, home to north India's one of the largest and renowned national parks - The Ranthambore National Park. The Park is one of the Project Tiger reserves and is the best best place to see the majestic cats. Besides tigers, the Park is home to 270 different species of birds.

Amber Fort, Jaipur

Hawa Mahal, Jaipur

Jal Mahal, Jaipur

City Palace, Jaipur

Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

Sisodia Rani Bagh, Jaipur

Jaipur Museum

Jaipur Folk

Jaipur: The city of victory

Jaipur, popularly known as the Pink City, is the capital of Rajasthan. Founded in 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the city today is one of the most visited tourist destinations of India. It was the first well-planned city of the country. The structures, forts, mansions, havelis and palaces which were witness to the royal splendor of the yesteryears are today timeless monuments abuzz with life.

Amber fort, Hawa Mahal, City Palace Complex and many more attractions await you on your luxury train journey at Jaipur.

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Salim Chisti, Fatehpur Sikri

Panch Mahal

Jodha Bai Palace

Fatehpur Sikri Mosque

Fatehpur Sikri: The relics of a regime

Built by Akbar as his capital and palace in the late sixteenth century, Fatehpur Sikri was deserted soon after its construction for reasons still unclear till date. The city remains much the same condition 300 years after its construction. The surviving mosque and a palace are attraction for tourists today, and world heritage sites.

Taj Mahal, Agra

Red Fort, Agra

Agra Fort, Agra

Jahangiri Mahal

Itmad Ud Daulah Tomb

Akbars Mausoleum

Agra Handicrafts

Agra: The city of emperors

Known mostly for its Mughal legacy, Agra's history is traced back to the era of Mahabharata in which it finds mentions as Agreva - the edge of the forest. Situated on the banks of Yamuna, Agra remained the capital of Mughal Empire under the rules of Akbar, Jahangir and Shah Jahan.Today Agra is known for its Mughal architecture, esspcially Taj Mahal and Red Fort.

Taj Mahal is, no doubt, one world's most famous monuments built by Shah Jahan in memeory of his beautiful wife Mumtaz. This perfect symmetrical monument was constructed in 1652 with hard labour of 20,000 workers.

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Lotus Temple, Delhi

India Gate, Delhi

Qutub Minar, Delhi

Red Fort, Delhi

Rashtrapati Bhavan, Delhi

Rajghat, Delhi

Jama Masjid, Delhi

Akshardham Temple, Delhi

Humayun Tomb, Delhi

Connaught Place, Delhi

Delhi: The capital city

Delhi is India's capital of is essentially two cities in one - the Old Delhi and New Delhi. One of the world's largest metropolis by population, Delhi has more than 27 million inhabitants in the territory and NCR (national capital region). Delhi is a mix of ancient and modern with relics of the yore as well as wonders of today. Among the must visit places of Delhi include Red Fort, Jama Masjid, India Gate, Raj Ghat, Rashtrapati Bhawan, Cannaught Place, Lotus Temple, Akshardham Temple and Humyaun's Tomb, to name but a few.