Duration: 7 nights/ 8 days
Destinations:
Delhi- Sasan Gir-Palitana -Jaipur -Udaipur-Ahmedabad
Royal
Orient Ajourney through two of India's most bewitching
states, Gujarat and Rajasthan can turn out to be a life time experience if
undertaken by Royal Orient - One of the most luxurious trains in India. And
the journey itself is on the carriage of the past, to make your experience
memorable throughout life. The Royal Orient Express recaptures for you the
resplendence of the days of Kings and Queens; replicates their safaris and
royal visits to neighboring kingdoms. As a tourist one will experience the
mystic cultures of one of the world's oldest civilizations, its colorful
customs, its bounteous nature, its enduring legends, its mysteries and its
spirits.
Day 01: Wednesday-Delhi The
journey begins from Delhi every Wednesday evening at 1500 hrs. from Delhi "Cantonment
Railway Station". Evening Tea / Dinner onboard. Reporting time is 14.00
hrs.
Day 02: Thursday-Chittaurgarh- Udaipur Arrive
Chittaurgarh- Udaipur at 0530 hrs. A tour to the glorious fort of
Chittaurgarh is an unforgettable experience. As you drive on the 13 square
kms fort,visit Palace of Queen Padmini, Peace and Victory Towers and witness
several temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. The train departs for Udaipur and
reaches at 1215 hrs. Udaipur is aptly called 'city of lakes'. One of the
most romantic places in India, it is situated around the shimmering clear
blue water lakes, which whisper the mood of a bygone era.
Day
03:Friday- Mehsana, Ahmedabad 0645 hrs - Arrival at Mehsana. At
Mehsana visit Sun temple at Modhera and Patola Weaving center at Patan. At
115 hrs - Departure for Ahmedabad. The city of Ahmedabad is a colorful city
where one can enjoy the better things of life, be it food or amusement. The
Walled City in Ahmedabad takes one down the memory lane, making one aware of
the city's glorious past.
Day 04: Saturday- Sasan
GirYou reach Sasangir at 0800 hrs. Sasangir has the distinction of
being the last earthly refuge of the Asiatic lion. In the paisley-shaped
Kathiwad peninsula of Gujarat stands the Gir National Park and Lion
Sanctuary, the one and only remaining habitat of this proud and majestic
species (Panthera leo).
Day
05: Sunday - Palitana Morning at Palitana, the next stop is at
Sarkhej, famous for the traditional Vishalla Village. All meals on board the
Royal Orient.
Day 06: Monday- UdaipurThe
city of Dawn, Udaipur is a lovely land around the azure water lakes, hemmed
in by the lush hills of the Aravalis. A vision in white drenched in romance
and beauty. Udaipur is a fascinating blend of sights, sounds and experiences
an inspiration for the imagination of poets, painters and writers. Several
places of interest around Udaipur, with an interesting excursion to
Ranakpur. After lunch, you can visit the Shilpgram Craft Village and then
continue for Jaipur.
Day 07: Tuesday- JaipurAt
0750 hrs, you reach Jaipur-the capital of Rajasthan. Jaipur is the most
colourful city in India, with it's famous pink coloured buildings, museum,
observatory, Palace of Winds and the colorful bazaar. To explore the city,
an air-conditioned coach takes you to Hawa Mahal or the palace of winds,
which is a remarkable five storeyed building along the main street of the
old city in pink splendor with semi octagonal and delicate honey combed
sandstone windows.
