Indian Maharaja tour to Discover the Cultural Heritage of India

India, the golden sparrow of medieval era, is suffused with charm of nature, culture and heritage that enthrall visitors during their tours to India. Owing to its forbearance of diverse faiths, different regions of this incredible country bear testimony to varied cultures that have either originated or arrived here down the ages. Indian Maharaja, India’s first privately managed luxury train, offers rendezvous with vast and varied culture of this country which has immensely contributed in the molding and upholding of Indian civilization and heritage.

The two weeklong itineraries of the Indian Maharaja Train - Delhi to Mumbai and Mumbai to Delhi - have been packaged in such a way that each destination covered by this luxury tourist train speaks volumes about their rich cultural heritage and glorious past. Be it about unraveling the rich tapestry of royal Rajasthan or exploring the rock cut caves of Ajanta and Ellora or digging out the rich casket of Mughal artistic jewels, the journey on board this Indian luxury train offers a unique way to explore treasure troves of India.

When it comes to heritage tours in India, Rajasthan repertoire is seldom rivaled. The allure of this former realm of Rajput maharajas lies in an array of grand forts and palaces, diverse wildlife, vibrant fairs & festivals, colorful bazaars and countless tales of romance and valor which are an inherent part of its culture and heritage. Udaipur, Sawai Madhopur and Jaipur are some of the destinations in Rajasthan covered by Indian Maharaja Train.

While travelling in Rajasthan, guests aboard this luxury train will have an opportunity to indulge in various rejuvenating and adventurous activities such as cruise ride upon the placid waters of Lake Pichola, tryst with tigers at Ranthambore National Park and the elephant ride to Amber Fort.

Similarly, Maharashtra too boasts of various architectural marvels and ruins that trace their roots to ancient Indian civilization. The Indian Maharaja- Deccan Odyssey train allows guests to explore the rock-cut architectural caves of Ajanta and Ellora that is a testimony to the artistic brilliance and creativity of human mind. These caves are supreme examples of perfect harmony between three different religious faiths- Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism.

Besides Rajasthan and Maharashtra, there is Agra and Fatehpur Sikri which are ideal jaunts to witness the exquisite jewels of Mughal architecture. Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World is considered to be the magnum opus of the Mughal architecture. The fact that Taj Mahal was built to commemorate the love of Shah Jahan for his wife Mumtaz Mahal has earned it a universal recognition as epitome of immortal love.

The journey on board the Indian Maharaja spanning over 8 days starts either from Delhi or Mumbai. The tariffs of this Indian luxury train starts from US$ 595 from twin occupancy basis. The cost of the journey includes dining on board as well as guided sightseeing tours, transportation and porter charges.

Step aboard Indian MaharajaTrain which acquaints you with the cultural ethos and heritage of Rajasthan, Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh during the course of its weeklong sojourn. Right from discovering the royal traditions of Rajasthan to digging out the treasure chest of Mughal architectural jewels and sculptures & mural paintings of Ajanta and Ellora, this luxury train offers everything required for cultural tours to India.