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Maharaja Express >> Gems of India |
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At a Glance
Maharajas Express Gems of India offers majestic ride to the renowned golden triangle tour circuit in India comprising of Delhi, Jaipur and Agra. The journey spanning over 4 days let you explore the master creations of men along with a dash of wildlife at the Ranthambore National Park. Further, the décor, cuisines, itinerary, and amenities add a dash of luxury to your trip. Also included in the Maharaja Express itinerary is the local sightseeing, shopping, spa, etc., at selected destinations.
Detailed Itinerary
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Duration : |
3 Nights / 4 Days |
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Places to See : |
Delhi - Agra - Ranthambore - Jaipur – Delhi |
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Day 01/Wednesday Arrival: 2030 hours |
Place:Safdarjung Railway Station, New Delhi |
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Assemble at the railway station at least an hour before the actual departure time to complete check-in and registration formalities. The train leaves Delhi at around 2200 hours and proceeds towards its first destination Agra. Dinner is served on board. The guests have the choice of enjoying their meals at any of these two beautifully crafted restaurants - the Rang Mahal and the MayurMahal. Overnight stay on Maharajas' Express. |
Day Highlights: |
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Welcome Ceremony at Safdarjung Railway Station, New Delhi |
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Day 02/Thursday |
Place: Agra |
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Early morning on the 2nd day, disembark the train and visit TajMahal, the tour de force of Agra and a UNESCO World Heritage Site
A delectable brunch accompanied by Champagne atop TajKhema overlooking the awe-inspiring TajMahal will mark the high point of the day
Later, return to the train for lunch
Post lunch, disembark the train and proceed on your sightseeing tour to Agra Fort
Following the Agra Fort exploration, you can either opt for a shopping tour or local sightseeing tour to Itmad-ud-Daulah tomb and FatehpurSikri or enjoy a spa session at a palace hotel
Return on board as the train starts proceeding towards Ranthambore National Park, located in sawaiMadhopur in Rajasthan. Overnight on the Maharajas' Express |
Day Highlight |
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Visit to TajMahal |
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Brunch with Champanage at TajKhema |
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Sightseeing tour to Agra Fort |
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Optional sightseeing tours to Itmad-ud-Daula Tomb and FatehpurSikri |
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Private shopping tour for pietradura marble and fine Mughal Jewellery |
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Spa Session at Palace hotel (Non-Mandatory) |
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Day 03/Friday |
Place: Ranthambore National Park, SawaiMadhopur, Rajasthan & Jaipur |
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On arrival at SawaiMadhopur Railway Station proceed for excursion to Jungles of Ranthambhore - the private hunting ground of the Maharajas. It was declared a Nationals Park in 1973. Possible sighting of the elusive Royal Bengal Tiger.Also, Sambar, Chital, Nilgai, Chinkara, Wild Boar, Sloth bear, hyena, jackal and leopard.
After breakfast at a Vivanta by Taj, SawaiMadhopur, return to the train and continue your journey.
Reach Jaipur and post lunch on board, visit the rugged and imposing Amber fort. Enjoy a magnificent ride on canopied elephant as you witness a fascinating blend of Rajput and Mughal architecture. You may select from any of these optional activities: |
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Enjoy spa facilities at a palace hotel |
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Enjoy Golfing at the Rambagh Golf Club |
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Visit to City Palace and JantarMantar (the stone observatory). |
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Shop around the city for some of the finest jewellery, fabrics and handicrafts that Jaipur is famous for. |
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An exciting Exhibition Elephant Polo Match at A Jai Mahal Palace awaits you during the latter half of the day. You may also choose to participate in the exhibition game, which is followed by a Champagne dinner at the hotel.
Board the train to continue your journey to Delhi. |
Day Highlights: |
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Game Safari to Ranthambore National Park |
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Visit Amber fort, Jaipur |
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Exhibition Elephant Polo Match, Jaipur |
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Optional shopping tour/local sightseeing to the City Palace complex and JantarMantar |
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Play golf game/spa session (Non-Mandatory) |
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Day 04/Saturday |
Place: Delhi (Disembark) |
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Maharajas Express train reaches Delhi Safderjung Railway station early morning. Check-out by 0830 hours after leisurely breakfast.
Journey comes to an end, but its memories live on forever!
Please Note:
All 'Options' / 'Optional Tours' are on chargeable basis and are subject to availability. Details and pricing will be made available on board during the journey. |
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Maharaja Express >> Gems of India Schedule
GEMS OF INDIA DEPARTURE DATES FOR SEASON 2016-17 & 2017-18 |
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Departure Dates |
Nov-16 |
Wed, 2nd |
Nov-16 |
Wed, 30th |
Dec-16 |
Wed, 28th |
Jan-17 |
Wed, 25th |
Feb-17 |
Wed, 22nd |
Mar-17 |
Wed, 22nd |
Oct-17 |
Wed, 18th |
Nov-17 |
Wed, 15th |
Dec-17 |
Wed, 13th |
Jan-18 |
Wed, 10th |
Feb-18 |
Wed, 7th |
Mar-18 |
Wed, 7th |
Apr-18 |
Wed, 4th |
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GEMS OF INDIA FARE FOR SEASON 2016-17 & 2017-18
(3 Nights / 4days)
(Covering approx. 859 kms)
Rooming |
Deluxe Cabin |
Junior Suite |
Suite |
Presidential Suite |
Adult |
$3,850 |
$4,950 |
$7,600 |
$12,900 |
Single Supplement |
$2,910 |
$4,460 |
$7,600 |
$12,900 |
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All the above prices are on per person per journey on twin sharing basis |
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The above cost is exclusive of 4.50% service tax that will be charged extra. |
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All Optional Tours are on chargeable basis and are subject to availability. Details and pricing will be made available on board during the journey. |
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Please note all bookings confirmed are non-transferable and will invite a cancellation charge as applicable. |
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Gems of India & Treasures of India and are two itineraries for 3N/4D package, the cost for both the itineraries may be reduced by 12% * of the published tariff, if guest is availing 2N/3D package and can deboard at Jaipur after availing off board services at Jaipur. |
INCLUSIONS : |
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Accommodation in double / twin bedded cabins with attached bathrooms |
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All meals, soft beverages, house brands of Indian wines, beer and spirits |
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Butler service, complimentary tea, coffee and mineral water on board |
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Guided off train tours as included in the journeys inclusive of entrance fees, still camera fee, transport and services of a guide |
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Porter charges at stations |
EXCLUSIONS: |
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Any optional tours as mentioned in the itinerary |
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Taxes, insurance, gratuities, telephone calls, laundry |
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Alcoholic beverages (apart from the house brands) |
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Video, film and professional still camera fees and arrival and departure transfers |
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International and domestic air tickets |
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Pre and post tour accommodation |
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Any tour extensions unless specifically mentioned as part of the journeys |
Green Chili Holidays takes this opportunity to mention that it is not the direct vendor of Maharajas Express train and presents itself as service provider in the sector of luxury train travel. On this page are highlights of various Terms & Conditions pertinent to Maharajas Express journeys and cover all aspects of the journeys. All listed Terms & Conditions here let Maharajas Express guests make an informed decision.
PAYMENT : |
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Payment of amount equal to 25% of published price plus applicable taxes is required to be paid at the time of booking. |
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Balance amount is to be paid 75 days prior to the departure date. |
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Pay 100% of the tour cost if you are booking 75 days prior to departure date. |
If the payment is not done, than the request would not be accepted & booking would be treated as cancelled & relevant cancellation charges would be applicable.
On the completion of the booking & payment formalities, a confirmation would be sent to passenger by email. The final documentation containing the itinerary & briefing sheet would be sent to passenger 14 days prior to date of journey.
PAYMENT OPTIONS : |
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(a) Guests can pay online by Credit Card Authorization (VISA/ MASTERCARD only) |
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(b) Swift wire transfer |
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(c) Indians can pay in equivalent Rupees by RTGS/Cheque payable at par in New Delhi(India) |
CANCELLATION : |
In case you wish to cancel the confirmed booking you must communicate cancellation in writing by email. Such notification will only be deemed to have been given once we receive cancellation in writing from you by email.
The computation of the period of notice of cancellation will commence only from the time, the email reaches us on working days. |
CANCELLATION CHARGES : |
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60 days or more prior to departure, 25% of published price. |
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45 to 59 days prior to departure, 50% of the published price. |
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0 to 44 days prior to departure, 100% of the published price. |
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For any cancellation days are counted excluding the date of departure. |
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All confirm bookings are non-transferable and hence no name change would be allowed. |
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In case of 'force majeure' situation - due to which a departure has to be cancelled- there would be no refund of the amount paid to us or reimbursement of any additional expenses incurred by you as a result of this cancellation / change. |
AMENDMENTS : |
Any amendment to the services would be treated as a cancellation of the original services and any new arrangements will be regarded as an entirely new booking. Cancellation charges will be applied as per chart given above. |
FORCE MAJEURE : |
Neither party shall be considered in breach of this Agreement or in default of its obligations hereunder if it fails to perform or observe any or all of the terms of this Agreement as a direct or indirect result of causes beyond the reasonable control of such party, such as but not limited to, acts of God, Civil or military authority, acts of the public enemy, threat of war, declared war, undeclared war, war riots, actual or threatened terrorist activity, civil disturbances, insurrections, industrial dispute, strikes, accidents, explosions, fires, earthquakes, floods, transportation embargoes, epidemics, diseases, acts of government, its agencies or officers, non-availability of venues or any other legitimate cause beyond the reasonable control of the parties. |
REFUND : |
Train authorities reserve the right to determine the amount of refund value in case of cancellation and amendment. The decision of the train authorities on the quantum of the refund will be final. There will be no refund for unutilized services. |
TRAIN SCHEDULE & FLEXIBILITY : |
Please note that Maharajas Express operate within the constraints of Indian Railway network & as per timing agreed upon by them. You are requested to abide by timings suggested by your guides, escorts etc. |
COMPLAINTS & PROBLEMS : |
Should you have any complaints or face any problem during your journey, please bring it to the attention of the train manager immediately while on board, in order for him or her to provide you with an immediate solution rectifying the problem while on tour. It is only if you do this, the train authorities has the opportunity to put matter's right, on the spot. Failing to do this, any right to compensation, which you may have, will be extinguished or reduced. |
LAW & JURISDICATION : |
Your relationship with train authority or with us or any disputes or other matters arising from it shall be interpreted as per Indian Law's & Court in New Delhi (India). |
PRIVACY OF INFORMATION : |
We try to maintain the privacy of the personal information provided by you. However, it would be necessary for us to share this information with Consultants, Embassies, Airlines, Hotels and other service providers who would be providing you service during the tour. We should also be constrained to disclose such information if we receive an order of the court, a requisition from any government or statutory authority, subpoena, or under any law, rules or regulations such disclosure becomes necessary. |
CONDITIONS OF TRAVEL : |
You will have to strictly follow the tour program. There would be no refund if you fail to join the group at the tour, or join the group later or leave the group before culmination of the tour for any reasons whatsoever. You are responsible to register with the representative of the Company at the appointed date, place and time and you would be treated as a no-show if you fail to do so. Under no circumstances would any refund be given for nay unutilized services. |
COMMUNICATION : |
The communication transmitted to your mailing / email address on record shall be deemed to have been communicated to you. All communication from you to the Company has to be in writing, not orally. |
TRAVEL INSURANCE : |
Maharaja-Express-India do not have any insurance policy covering the expenses for accident, sickness, loss due to theft, or any other reasons. Visitors are advised to seek such insurance arrangements, in their home country. All baggage & personal property's at all times are at the client's risk. |
CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR, SIGNATURE JOURNEY SUPPLEMENT CHARGES : |
There will be supplement charge of 10% will be Extra for Xmas Eve & New Year Eve departs. The supplement charge will be applicable for child between 05-12 years also. Supplement charges may be applicable for certain signature journeys as announced by Train Authorities from time to time. |
CHILD POLICY : |
Maharajas Express does accommodate children but we ask parents to be mindful of the sophisticated adult atmosphere we endeavour to maintain.
1. Children below 5 years shall be allowed free, subject to sharing of double bed with parents. This is subject of double bed at the time of booking. However, this is not recommended by us.
2. Single child (5 years – 12 years) sharing cabin with adults – 50% of the adult fare, subject to sharing of double bed with two full paid adults. This is subject to availability of double bed at the time of booking. However, this is not recommended by us.
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Single child (5 years – 12 years) in a separate cabin – 50% of the (adult fare + Supplement charges) if requested in a separate cabin.
3. Two child (5 years – 12 years) in a separate cabin – 50% of the adult fare for each child in a separate cabin on twin sharing basis.
4. Three child (5 years – 12 Years) in a separate cabin - 50% of the adult fare for each child subject to sharing of double bed.
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If third child request in a separate cabin – 50% of the (adult fare + Supplement charges)
5. Single child (5 years – 12 years) + one adult in a separate cabin:- Two adults fare on twin sharing basis.
6. Two child (5 years – 12 years) + one adult in a separate cabin:- One adult fare plus 50% of the adult fare for each child subject to sharing of double bed.
7. Child booking if required in a separate cabin is subject to travelling with the adults. It is to be noted that single child has to share guide/ vehicle with adults travelling together in case of Suite & PS cabin booked passenger. In case, a separate higher category vehicle is required then supplement will be levied.
8. Please note that we do not have the facility for interconnecting cabins except in the Professional Suite Car.
9. All applicable taxes will be charged extra. |
POLICY ON GUIDE/VEHICLE : |
I) Policy on Guide (PS & Suite Cabins)
We will provide a Local English speaking local guide at each destination on complimentary basis.
1. In case guests desire for accompanying English/ Language speaking accompanying guide throughout the tour, it will be provided on chargeable basis subject to availability.
2. In some of the destinations language speaking local guide are not available. Whereas language speaking local guides at those locations will be tried but not guaranteed, we will provide English speaking local guides.
II) Policy on Guide with Separate vehicle for Group Bookings
In case, a group desires a separate vehicle/ guide the policy will be followed as under:
(a) For a group (15+1 passenger or more) an air-conditioned deluxe bus with local English/ language speaking local guide may be provided on complimentary basis but a Volvo Bus can be provided at supplement cost.
(b) For a group (30+2 passenger or more) Volvo bus with local English/ language speaking local guide may be provided on complimentary basis. |
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1. In case guests desire for accompanying English/ Language speaking accompanying guide throughout the tour, it will be provided on chargeable basis subject to availability. |
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2. In some of the destinations language speaking local guides are not available. |
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3. Whereas language speaking local guides at those will be tried but not guaranteed, we will provide English Speaking local guides. |
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