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Last Updated:June 09, 2025, 15:38 IST
The Palace on Wheels offers a 7-day luxury journey starting at Rs 1,08,700 per night, covering Delhi, Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Agra & more, a royal ride at a lavish cost
The Palace on Wheels offers air-conditioned cabins, en-suite bathrooms, fine dining restaurants, a lounge bar, and even a spa. (News18 Tamil)
Indian Railways operates one of the largest railway networks in the world. As a preferred mode of public transport, it carries lakhs of passengers across cities daily at affordable fares.
But did you know that some Indian trains come with such steep ticket prices that they seem unimaginable for the average person? One such train is the Palace on Wheels, famous for its royal experience and sky-high fares.
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A Train Fit For Royalty
The Palace on Wheels offers an ultra-luxurious journey lasting 7 days and 8 nights. Ticket prices start from around Rs 12 lakh and can go up to Rs 39 lakh or more, depending on the package. The final cost depends on the type of cabin selected—Deluxe, Super Deluxe, or Presidential Suite—as well as the season of travel.
Starting From Delhi
The journey begins in New Delhi and passes through several major cities of Rajasthan before returning to the capital. The train’s itinerary includes Jaipur, Sawai Madhopur, Chittorgarh, Udaipur, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Bharatpur, and Agra. Travellers enjoy a glimpse of Rajasthan’s vibrant culture, heritage, and royal history.
Onboard Luxury
The Palace on Wheels offers air-conditioned cabins, en-suite bathrooms, fine dining restaurants, a lounge bar, and even a spa. Every detail is designed to offer passengers the feel of travelling like royalty.
India’s First Luxury Tourist Train
Launched on January 26, 1982 by Indian Railways and the Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation, the Palace on Wheels was India’s first luxury tourist train. It caters primarily to high-end travellers, especially foreign tourists seeking a regal Indian experience.
To put the pricing into perspective – just one night on this train can cost upwards of One lakh eight thousand seven hundred rupees which is more than the monthly rent of a two-bedroom flat in many parts of India. Still, for those who can afford it, the Palace on Wheels promises a journey unlike any other.
- First Published:
June 09, 2025, 15:38 IST
SOURCE : NEWS 18
