Palace on Wheels Partners with Eight Continents Hotels & Resorts

The iconic Palace on Wheels, India’s first luxury heritage train, has entered into a strategic sales and marketing collaboration with Eight Continents Hotels & Resorts.
 
Launched in 1982 through a joint initiative between the Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation and Indian Railways, the Palace on Wheels evokes the grandeur of India’s royal past. Its carriages, once the personal coaches of the Maharajas of Rajputana, Baroda, and the Nizam of Hyderabad, now transport guests on an unforgettable journey of heritage and luxury.
 
With Eight Continents Hotels & Resorts driving its global sales and marketing efforts, this legendary train promises an elevated guest experience and wider international reach, ensuring travellers worldwide can indulge in its regal charm and unmatched hospitality.

World of Palace on Wheels​

The Palace on Wheels, launched in 1982, is considered India’s first luxury heritage train.The Palace on Wheels is a joint Initiative between Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation and Indian Railways. Apart from that, the concept of the Palace on Wheels train was taken from the royal background of the coaches. The coaches were originally designed to be the personal coaches of the rulers of the states of Rajputana, including Baroda and Nizam. The Palace on Wheels offers a complete luxury experience with opulent cabins, dining areas, and outstanding hospitality and service.

Itinerary of Palace on Wheels

Route (7N/ 8D)​

New Delhi – Jaipur – Sawai Madhopur – Chittorgarh – Udaipur – Jaisalmer – Jodhpur – Bharatpur – Agra – New Delhi

Tariff / Fare for the 2025–2026 Season
(Valid Until April 2026)

Foreign Passport Holders (in USD)
CategorySept. 2025 & April 2026
(Per Night)
Oct. 2025 to March 2026
(Per Night)
Presidential Suite (Per Cabin)USD 3223USD 3510
Super Deluxe (Per Cabin)USD 2629USD 2748
Single Occupancy (Per Pax)USD 1328USD 1501
Double Occupancy (Per Pax)USD 864USD 976

 

Indian Nationals (in INR)
CategorySept. 2025 & April 2026
(Per Night)
Oct. 2025 to March 2026
(Per Night)
Presidential Suite (Per Cabin)INR 2,64,300INR 2,87,800
Super Deluxe (Per Cabin)INR 2,15,600INR 2,25,300
Single Occupancy (Per Pax)INR 1,08,900INR 1,23,100
Double Occupancy (Per Pax)INR 70,800INR 80,000
  • GST as applicable shall be charged extra.
  • 10% additional shall be charged on the trips having Christmas and New Year.
  • Children up to the age of 5 years will be complimentary; however, it will be in the same cabin.
  • Tariff will be charged for children aged above 5 years but less than 12 years @50% provided they are sharing the accommodation with an adult.
  • One cabin has occupancy of 2 adult Pax only; an additional mattress can be provided for infants or children below 12 years based on policy.
  • The Tariff in Indian currency is fixed for guests having valid Indian nationality proof, i.e., a valid Indian passport or OCI card (valid proof must be submitted at the time of booking; in case of any variance, the USD rate will apply).
  • The operator, under information to RTDC, reserves the right to revise the tariff at any time without prior notice.
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Timings for Check In and Check Out

Embarkation

04:30 PM at Safdarjung Railway Station New Delhi

Disembarkation

07:30 AM at Safdarjung Railway Station New Delhi