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Maharaja Express >> Treasures of India |
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At a Glance
The trip has been designed to let the guests cover the famous golden triangle circuit in just 3 Nights & 4 days. Agra being the first destination leaves the guests enthralled by the unbelievably beautiful TajMahal - the greatest example of love and passion. SawaiMadhopur in Rajasthan is a wildlife lover's delight for being home to the Ranthambore National park - the tiger's abode. Finally, the guests are made to visit the shimmering Jaipur that offers a contrasting world of age-old forts, palace sand monuments on one hand and bustling markets on the other. The trip begins as well as concludes in the capital of India - Delhi.
Treasures of India journey on board Maharajas Express is perhaps the most luxurious way to embark on the famous golden triangle tour circuit in India comprising of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. Leaving behind the usual hassles of train travel in India, the tour on board Maharajas Express ensure that you get to travel in the previously unseen luxury of train interiors equipped with state of the art amenities. Off tours excursions with guides to bring alive the attractions you are traveling to add to the romance of the famous golden triangle tour.
Detailed Itinerary
| Day 02/Monday Morning :DELHI |
| Place:Agra, Uttar Pradesh and Ranthambore National Park, Rajasthan |
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Early morning, get awe-struck by the beauty and majesty of the magnificent TajMahal. This giant white marble mausoleum is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It took the efforts of over 20,000 craftsmen for over 20 years to create this wonder, often described as the greatest monument of love constructed ever in the history of mankind. Stroll through the ornamental gardens leading the way to the Taj and soak yourself in the symmetry, splendor and symphony that this monument exhibits.
Board the train to continue your journey towards Ranthambore National Park, located in SawaiMadhopur in Rajasthan. As you savour your lunch, enjoy the beauty of the changing landscape from your window.
As you arrive in SawaiMadhopur, get ready for an exhilarating jungle safari through the terrains of Ranthambore National Park. Consider yourself lucky if you spot the elusive tiger or a leopard. Nevertheless, you would witness other wildlife like sambar, chital, nilgai, chinkara, wild boar, sloth bear, hyena and jackal. Return to the train, enjoy a drink at one of the bars or relax at the lounge as the train keeps rolling, taking you nearer to your next destination - the vibrant Jaipur. |
| Day Highlight |
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Visit to TajMahal |
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Jeep Safari to Ranthambore National Park |
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| Day 03/Tuesday |
| Place: Jaipur |
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As you reach Jaipur - the pink city, you would notice the this is a city of contrasts with age-old palaces, monuments and forts on one side and buzzing contemporary bazaars (markets) on the other. The capital of Rajasthan stills retains its medieval flavour and this is what you would experience at the Exhibition Elephant Polo Match at Jai Singh Palace. Set amidst 18 acres of Mughal Gardens, you get a grand welcome with royal military band and the beating of 'Nagadas'. The match is followed by Champagne lunch at the hotel.
Following lunch, continue on a visit to the Amber Fort -a beautiful complex of palaces, halls, pavilions, gardens, and temples built by Raja Man Singh, Mirza Raja Jai Singh and Sawai Jai Singh over a period of about two centuries. Enjoy a royal elephant ride to palace complex, which emerges dramatically from the placid waters of the Mootha Lake. |
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Visit to City Palace and JantarMantar. (The Observatory) |
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Golfing at the Rambagh Golf Club. |
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Enjoy spa facilities at a palace hotel. |
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Shop for some of the finest jewellery, textiles and blue pottery for which the city is renowned. |
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Before long, an opportunity to witness & participate in an exhibition elephant polo match & champagne lunch at an exclusive venue.
Dinner on board Maharajas Express. |
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| Day 04/Wednesday |
| Place: Delhi (Disembark) |
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The 3 Nights Treasures of India Journey aboard Maharajas Express ends on return to Safderjung Railway Station, Delhi.
Check-out after breakfast by 830 a.m. & carry back home the happy memories.
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 >> Treasures of Indian Schedule
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TREASURES OF INDIA DEPARTURE DATES FOR SEASON 2016-17 & 2017-18 |
| MONTH |
DEPARTURE DATES |
| Oct-16 |
Sun, 2nd |
| Oct-16 |
Sun, 30th |
| Nov-16 |
Sun, 27th |
| Dec-16 |
Sun, 25th |
| Jan-17 |
Sun, 22nd |
| Feb-17 |
Sun, 19th |
| Mar-17 |
Sun, 19th |
| Apr-17 |
Sun, 16th |
| Oct-17 |
Sun, 15th |
| Nov-17 |
Sun, 12th |
| Dec-17 |
Sun, 10th |
| Jan-18 |
Sun, 7th |
| Feb-18 |
Sun, 4th |
| Mar-18 |
Sun, 4th |
| Apr-18 |
Sun, 1st |
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TREASURES 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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Treasures of India and Gems of India 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. |
CHANGES & CANCELLATION BY TRAIN AUTHORITIES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE : |
A train authority reserves the rights to make changes to the program if necessary at any point of time. This change can be due to insufficient no. of passengers in a particular departure or due to certain operational reasons & conditions. In this case train authorities reserve the rights to cancel the departure or amend the same.
Normally the changes made are minor in nature however, on certain occasion the changes could be significant. (A change is defined as significant if it involves a change of destination or date of departure). In such an eventually, we would inform you as soon as possible and provide you with the following solution:- |
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Accepting the changed arrangements or |
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Cancelling or accepting the cancellation where you will receive a refund of the payment remitted to us. |
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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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