• 16:00 hrs : Board the train at Chatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Railway Station, Mumbai. A traditional welcome is offered to the guests.

Dinner is served onboard. Overnight journey to Aurangabad.

• 07:00 hrs : Morning arrive at Daulatabad.
• 10:00 am : After a hearty breakfast onboard, the day begins with a sightseeing tour of the World Heritage Site, Ellora Caves. Situated thirty kilometres from Aurangabad the spiritual caves harbour thirty-four monasteries and temples along with ancient monuments dating back to 600 - 1000 AD. Legends of Lord Shiva are depicted in figurine stonework and the temples are dedicated to several religions such as Brahmanism, Jainism, and Buddhism.
• 13:00 hrs : Lunch awaits at a city hotel.
• 15:00 hrs : Board an a/c coach to travel towards the famous Ajanta Caves. Discovered by a group of British officers in the 19th century it is also a World Heritage Site. The caves are dedicated to the origin and prevalence of Buddhism during 200 BC - 650 AD.
• 17:30 hrs : Board an air conditioned coach to travel towards Jalgaon to board the awaiting train - The Indian Maharaja..
• 20:00 hrs : Dinner is served onboard - The Indian Maharaja. Overnight journey to Udaipur.

• 10:30 hrs : Arrive at Udaipur. Brunch is served onboard - The Indian Maharaja.
• 12:30 hrs : A visit to the following destinations in Udaipur :
  • The gleaming City Palace is consisting of 17th century Tripola, a triple-arched gate, the Suraj Gokhada or Balcony of the Sun and the Crystal Gallery.
  • Sahelion-ki-Bari or the Garden of the Maids-of-Honor renowned for its embellished water bodies with intricate stone work within the vicinity.
  • The 16th century Jagdish Temple devoted to Lord Shiva.
• 18:30 hrs : Enjoy an evening cruise on Lake Pichola to visit Jag Mandir Palace. Situated in the middle of the lake amidst the picturesque backdrop Jag Mandir is this beautiful summer retreat of erstwhile rulers in Udaipur.
• 20:00 hrs : A royal feast will be served at the Jag Mandir Palace.
• 21:30 hrs : Return to board the train - The Indian Maharaja. An overnight journey onboard towards Sawai Madhopur.

• 07:30 am : Arrive at Sawai Madhopur.
• 08:00 am : A sumptuous breakfast is served onboard - The Indian Maharaja.
• 09:00 am : Departure for jungle safari of Ranthambore National Park. The name of this tiger sanctuary was derived from the Ranthambore Fort situated in the vicinity. Sprawled on an immense expanse the conservation park is constantly prowled by the beautiful tigers. And catching a glimpse of one of them is possible within the day as well. The Park is well renowned for its outstanding effort to save the remaining species of tigers.
• 14:00 pm : Lunch served onboard - The Indian Maharaja.
• 15:30 pm : Leisure time onboard - The Indian Maharaja.
• 9:30 pm : Departure for Jaipur.
• 20:00 pm : Dinner served onboard - The Indian Maharaja.

• 06:00 am : Arrive in Jaipur, the pink city.

• 8:00 am : Breakfast served onboard - The Indian Maharaja.

• 9:00 am : Departure for a sightseeing tour of the ancient capital of Amber situated just outside Jaipur. The majestic Amber Fort presides over the horizon of Aravalli Hills. It was built in the seventeenth century by Maharaja Mansingh, the most successful general in Mughal Emperor Akbar's court. You will arrive at the Fort in true royal style on an elephant or jeep according to your choice. Once within the fort complex you will explore a pleasing sight of the lush green courtyards, the beautiful paintings, the inlay work with mirrors and precious stones as well as the mesmerising "Sheesh Mahal".
• 12:00 pm : Arrive at Hawa Mahal also known as the `Palace of Winds’. The purpose to build this huge pink sandstone latticed screen was to provide a "jharokha" or a glimpse of the ongoing processions to the ladies of royal origin. The intricate carvings within the stone also ensure that the place is well ventilated.
• 13:30 pm : Lunch is served onboard - The Indian Maharaja.
• 15:00 pm : Departure for a sightseeing tour of Jaipur. First up is the City Palace. It was the place of command during the days of royal reign. The palace complex resonates the splendour of the bygone era through its numerous gardens, courtyards, intricately carved doorways and rare collection of manuscripts, armoury, costumes, carpets and miniature paintings within the palace museum.
• 16:30 pm : Visit the ancient astronomical observatory known as Jantar Mantar. Built in 1726 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh, the Maharaja of Jaipur; it is one of the five such astronomical wonders and makes accurate predictions even to this day.
• 18:00 pm : An opportunity to visit the local markets to browse for souvenirs. You can also buy some from the Government approved Emporium.
• 19:30 pm : Train departs for an overnight journey to Bharatpur.
• 20:00 pm : Dinner served onboard - The Indian Maharaja.

• 06:00 am : Arrive at Bharatpur.

• 08:00 am : A sumptuous breakfast onboard - The Indian Maharaja.

• 09:00 am : Depart for the deserted capital Fatehpur Sikri located on the outskirts of Agra. Built by the Great Mughal Emperor Akbar in the 16th century this city was destined to be the glorious capital of the mighty Mughal Empire. It houses the most magnificent red sandstone palaces and mosques but the mere reason of shortage of water compelled the evasion of the city. Though it is also fabled that the Emperor lost his interest in the city once it was completed. Its ruins are still restored in near perfect conditions.

• 11:00 am : Visit the marble marvel Taj Mahal built by Emperor Shah Jahan for his beloved wife Mumtaj Mahal. This monument is magnanimous in all terms be-- it the construction or the use of exquisite materials or the exclusive artisans or the myths and fables surrounding it.

• 14:00 pm : Lunch is served onboard - The Indian Maharaja.

• 16:30 pm : Visit the Agra Fort. It was the stronghold of successive generations of the Mughal Empire commencing from the reign of the Great Emperor Akbar. Its stature is bound to leave you awestruck. A must visit within the fort complex is the Hall of Public Audience and the Royal Pavilions.

• 19:30 pm : Departure for an overnight journey to Delhi.

• 20:00 pm : Dinner served onboard - The Indian Maharaja.

• 07:00 am : Arrive in Delhi

• 08:00 am : Breakfast served onboard - The Indian Maharaja.
• 09:00 am : Depart to experience the rustic charm of the Old Delhi. First and foremost Raj Ghat, the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi is a must visit. Post that the massive Red Fort awaits you. Within the fort is the famous Jama Masjid, India's largest mosque that can accommodate up to twenty-five thousand worshippers during the prayer or "namaz".
• DELHI : The political hub of India as well the most developed metropolis of India, Delhi attracts tourists from all over the world due to its age old charm of the monuments and the imperial buildings. The monuments tell a story of the bygone area. Museums and art gallery have a rare collection of things from past and present.
• 13:30 pm : Lunch awaits you at a luxurious five-star hotel.
• 15:00 pm : The sightseeing tour continues with a visit to Qutub Minar, the tallest stone tower in India. It was built out of the destructed twenty-seven Hindu and Jain temples on the command of Qutub-ud-din Aibak in 1199. It also has an adjoining mosque Quwwat-ul-Islam.
• 16:00 pm : The imposing India Gate is next on the list of Delhi monuments. This picturesque gateway built to commemorate the martyrs of the World War I and the Afghan Wars. Each and every soldier's name is engraved on the bricks of this war memorial. You will also visit the Parliament building and Rashtrapati Bhawan, the President’s residence.
• 20:00 pm : Cocktails & dinner served onboard - The Indian Maharaja. Overnight onboard - The Indian Maharaja.

• 08:00 to 09:30 am : A luxurious breakfast onboard The Indian Maharaja.

• 11:00 am : Departure to respective hotels or international airport as the mesmerising sojourn ends.

* An optional return flight from Delhi to Mumbai is also available.

• 09:00 am : A traditional welcome at a luxury hotel in Delhi.
• 09:30 am : Depart to experience the rustic charm of the Old Delhi. First and foremost Raj Ghat, the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi is a must visit. Post that the massive Red Fort awaits you. Within the fort is the famous Jama Masjid, India's largest mosque that can accommodate up to twenty-five thousand worshippers during the prayer or "namaz".
• DELHI : This capital city of India is always an attraction to the tourists of various interests and ages. Delhi has so much to offer to a tourist-from its Mughal monuments to colonial buildings, museums to art galleries, temples to mosques, corporate houses to shopping zones, etc. The all day sizzling spirit of Delhi thrills a connoisseur sure.
• 13:30 pm : Lunch awaits you at a luxurious five-star hotel.
• 15:00 pm : The sightseeing tour continues with a visit to Qutub Minar, the tallest stone tower in India. It was built out of the destructed twenty-seven Hindu and Jain temples on the command of Qutub-ud-din Aibak in 1199. It also has an adjoining mosque Quwwat-ul-Islam.
• 16:00 pm : The imposing India Gate is next on the list of Delhi monuments. This picturesque gateway built to commemorate the martyrs of the World War I and the Afghan Wars. Each and every soldier's name is engraved on the bricks of this war memorial. You will also visit the Parliament building and Rashtrapati Bhawan, the President’s residence.
• 20:00 pm : Cocktails & dinner served onboard. Overnight onboard.

• 06:00 am : Arrive at Bharatpur.
• 08:00 am : A hearty breakfast is served onboard.
• 09:00 am : Depart for the deserted capital Fatehpur Sikri located on the outskirts of Agra. Built by the Great Mughal Emperor Akbar in the 16th century this city was destined to be the glorious capital of the mighty Mughal Empire. It houses the most magnificent red sandstone palaces and mosques but the mere reason of shortage of water compelled the evasion of the city. Though it is also fabled that the Emperor lost his interest in the city once it was completed. Its ruins are still restored in near perfect conditions.
• 11:00 am : Visit the marble marvel Taj Mahal. Built by Emperor Shah Jahan for his beloved wife Mumtaj Mahal this monument is magnanimous in all terms be it the construction or the use of exquisite materials or the exclusive artisans or the myths and fables surrounding it.
• 14:00 pm : Lunch is served onboard.
• 16:30 pm : Visit the Agra Fort. It was the stronghold of successive generations of the Mughal Empire commencing from the reign of the Great Emperor Akbar. Its stature is bound to leave you awestruck. A must visit within the fort complex is the Hall of Public Audience and the Royal Pavilions.
• 19:30 pm : Departure for an overnight journey to Jaipur.
• 20:00 pm : Dinner is served onboard.

• 06:00 am : Arrive at Jaipur, the pink city.
• 8:00 am : Breakfast served onboard.
• 9:00 am : Departure for a sightseeing tour of the ancient capital of Amber situated just outside Jaipur. The majestic Amber Fort presides over the horizon of Aravalli Hills. It was built in the seventeenth century by Maharaja Mansingh, the most successful general in Mughal Emperor Akbar's court. You will arrive at the Fort in true royal style on an elephant or jeep according to your choice. Once within the fort complex you will explore a pleasing sight of the lush green courtyards, the beautiful paintings, the inlay work with mirrors and precious stones as well as the mesmerising "Sheesh Mahal".
• 12:00 pm : Arrive at Hawa Mahal also known as the `Palace of Winds’. The purpose to build this huge pink sandstone latticed screen was to provide a "jharokha" or a glimpse of the ongoing processions to the ladies of royal origin. The intricate carvings within the stone also ensure that the place is well ventilated.
• 13:30 pm : Lunch is served onboard.
• 15:00 pm : Departure for a sightseeing tour of Jaipur. First step to the City Palace. It was the place of command during the days of royal reign. The palace complex resonates the splendour of the bygone era through its numerous gardens, courtyards, intricately carved doorways and rare collection of manuscripts, armoury, costumes, carpets and miniature paintings within the palace museum.
• 16:30 pm : Visit the ancient astronomical observatory known as Jantar Mantar. Built in 1726 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh, the Maharaja of Jaipur; it is one of the five such astronomical wonders and makes accurate predictions even to this day.
• 18:00 pm : An opportunity to visit the local markets to browse for souvenirs. You can also buy some from the Government approved Emporium.
• 19:30 pm : Train departs for an overnight journey to Sawai Madhopur.
• 20:00 pm : Dinner is served onboard.

• 07:30 am : Arrive at Sawai Madhopur.
• 08:00 am : A sumptuous breakfast is served onboard.
• 09:00 am : Departure for jungle safari of Ranthambore National Park. The name of this tiger sanctuary was derived from the Ranthambore Fort situated in the vicinity. Sprawled on an immense expanse the conservation park is constantly prowled by the beautiful tigers. And catching a glimpse of one of them is possible within the day as well. The Park is well renowned for its outstanding effort to save the remaining species of tigers.
• 14:00 pm : Onboard lunch.
• 15:30 pm : Leisure time onboard.
• 19:30 pm : Departure for Udaipur.
• 20:00 pm : Dinner is served onboard. 

• 10:30 hrs : Arrive at Udaipur. Brunch (Breakfast & Lunch) is served onboard.
• 12:30 hrs : A visit to the following destinations within Udaipur:
  • The gleaming City Palace consisting of 17th century Tripola, a triple-arched gate, the Suraj Gokhada or Balcony of the Sun and the Crystal Gallery.
  • Sahelion-ki-Bari or the Garden of the Maids-of-Honor renowned for its embellished water bodies with intricate stone work within the vicinity.
  • The 16th century Jagdish Temple devoted to Lord Shiva.
• 18:30 hrs : Enjoy an evening cruise on Lake Pichola to visit Jag Mandir Palace. Situated in the middle of the lake amidst the picturesque backdrop is this beautiful summer retreat of erstwhile rulers in Udaipur.
• 20:00 hrs : A royal feast will be served at the Jag Mandir Palace.
• 21:30 hrs : Return to board the train. An overnight journey onboard towards Ahmedabad.

Udaipur, the capital of old Mewar State is nestled within the hills and by the Lake Pichola. This city of kshatria Rajputs resisted the Muslim invasion with such ferocity that the invaders were compelled to withdraw for the sake of their own survival. The profound interest of royalty in arts and architecture is evident in the fusion of both in the monuments of the city. Various beautiful palaces, magnificent forts and lush green gardens are situated throughout Udaipur. The City Palace is one of the largest palace complexes in the world. The gleaming white Lake Palace and the Jag Mandir are a must visit to experience the royal splendour.

• 06:00 am : Arrive at Ahmedabad.
• 08:00 am : A hearty breakfast served onboard.
• 09:00 am : Depart for the triple gateway, Teen Darwaza built by Sultan Ahmed. This seventy-seven feet high monument served the purpose of observing the spectacle of processions from the palace to the Jama Masjid.
• 11:00 am : Jama Masjid means Friday mosque. It is one of the biggest and oldest mosques in India and is visited by numerous worshippers in scores on the day of Friday to pray or as they say "namaz ada karne". It was built by Sultan Ahmed Shah in 1423 and has an astounding architecture consisting of 260 pillars to support 150 domes at different elevations.
• 14:00 pm : Lunch is served onboard.
• 16:30 pm : A visit to the Jain Temples and the Shaking Minarets.
• 19:30 pm : Departure for an overnight journey to Aurangabad.
• 20:00 pm : Dinner is served onboard.

Emperor Jehangir sneered that Ahmedabad was actually Gardabad (The City of Dust). But one must also remember that the 17th century Muslim historian Muhammad Qasim Firishta said that it was on the whole, the handsomest city in Hindustan. Both statements contain a grain of truth. Ahmedabad is a dusty, noisy, chaotic city. It is also very beautiful; its mosques are marked with delightful minarets, elaborate tracery and infinite attention to detail. It is a remarkably secular city with a history of religious harmony that has only been marred by a few unsavoury incidents in the late 20th century.

• 07:00 hrs : Morning arrive at Jalgaon.
• 10:00 am : After a hearty breakfast onboard, the day begins with a sightseeing tour of the World Heritage Site, Ellora Caves. Situated thirty kilometres from Aurangabad the spiritual caves harbour thirty-four monasteries and temples along with ancient monuments dating back to 600 - 1000 AD. Legends of Lord Shiva are depicted in figurine stonework and the temples are dedicated to several religions such as Brahmanism, Jainism, and Buddhism.
• 13:00 hrs : Lunch awaits at a city hotel.
• 15:00 hrs : Board an a/c coach to travel towards the famous Ajanta Caves. Discovered by a group of British officers in the 19th century it is also a World Heritage Site. The caves are dedicated to the origin and prevalence of Buddhism during 200 BC - 650 AD. 
• 17:30 hrs : Board an a/c coach to travel towards Daulatabad to board the awaiting train.
• 20:00 hrs : Dinner is served onboard. Overnight journey to Mumbai.

• 08:00 to 09:30 am : A luxurious breakfast onboard The Indian Maharaja.
• 11:00 am : Departure to respective hotels or international airport as the mesmerising sojourn ends.

* An optional return flight from Mumbai to Delhi is also available.