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Maharaja Express Train Tour 8 Days / 7 Nights · Delhi to Mumbai

India’s most luxurious train journey — eight days from Delhi to Mumbai aboard the multi-award-winning Maharaja Express. The Taj Mahal at sunrise, a tiger safari in Ranthambore, and the royal cities of Jaipur, Bikaner, Jodhpur and Udaipur, all from a five-star carriage.

★★★★★ 4.9 / 5  —  Rated Excellent on TripAdvisor
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Maharaja Express Train Tour — Taj Mahal, Agra
Delhi
Day 1 · Board
Agra
Day 2 · Taj Sunrise
Ranthambore / Jaipur
Day 3 · Safari
Jodhpur
Day 5
Udaipur
Day 6
Mumbai
Day 8 · Arrive
8 Days / 7 Nights
Delhi → Mumbai
Luxury Cabins
Deluxe to Suite
Tiger Safari
Ranthambore
All Meals
Served on board
8 Cities
Across North & West India
Free Cancel
Up to 24 hrs before

Day-by-Day Itinerary

1
Arrival in Delhi · Board the Maharaja Express
Welcome at Delhi railway station · Board your cabin · Depart for Agra (10 PM) · Dinner on board
Traditional Welcome
A warm, ceremonial welcome awaits you at the Delhi railway station before you step aboard the Maharaja Express.
Settle In & Depart
Settle into your private cabin as the train departs for Agra at 10 PM. A lavish multi-course dinner is served on board.
 Overnight on board · en route to Agra
2
Agra · Taj Mahal at Sunrise
Taj Mahal at first light · Agra Fort · Return to the train
Taj Mahal at Sunrise
See the world’s greatest monument to love glow in the soft golden light of early morning, with your expert guide telling the story of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal.
Agra Fort
The red-sandstone Mughal citadel and UNESCO World Heritage Site — palaces, audience halls and views across the Yamuna to the Taj.
 Overnight on board
3
Ranthambore Safari · Jaipur
Morning tiger safari · Drive to Jaipur · Amer Fort, Jantar Mantar, Jal Mahal & City Palace
Ranthambore Tiger Safari
A morning game drive through one of India’s finest tiger reserves — your best chance to spot the royal Bengal tiger in the wild, alongside deer, peacocks and crocodiles.
Jaipur — the Pink City
Continue to Jaipur for Amer Fort, the Jantar Mantar observatory, the floating Jal Mahal and the City Palace. Lunch is served on board.
 Overnight on board
4
Bikaner · The Desert Kingdom
Junagarh Fort · Lalgarh Palace · Lunch among the dunes · Folk evening & barbecue
Junagarh Fort & Lalgarh Palace
Explore the unconquered Junagarh Fort and the Edwardian grandeur of Lalgarh Palace in the heart of the Thar Desert.
Dunes & Folk Evening
Lunch among the sand dunes, followed by a spirited evening of Kalbeliya and Langa folk performance and a desert barbecue dinner.
 Overnight on board
5
Jodhpur · The Blue City
Mehrangarh Fort · Jaswant Thada · Umaid Bhawan Palace · Royal cocktail & cultural evening
Mehrangarh Fort
One of India’s mightiest forts, rising 400 feet above the blue city, with intricately carved palaces and sweeping ramparts.
Jaswant Thada & Umaid Bhawan
The marble cenotaph of Jaswant Thada and the grand Umaid Bhawan Palace, followed by a royal cocktail and cultural performance.
 Overnight on board
6
Udaipur · City of Lakes
Lake Pichola boat ride · City Palace · Jagmandir · Saheliyon ki Bari
Lake Pichola Boat Ride
Glide across the serene waters of Lake Pichola, past the island palaces of Jagmandir and the Lake Palace.
City Palace & Gardens
Udaipur’s sprawling City Palace and the ornamental gardens of Saheliyon ki Bari — the most romantic of Rajasthan’s cities.
 Overnight on board
7
Balasinor · Gujarat
Balasinor Fossil Park · Heritage village · Sudarshan Lake
Balasinor Fossil Park
A fascinating window into the age of the dinosaurs at one of India’s most important fossil sites, set in rural Gujarat.
Village & Lake
Visit the heritage village and its ancient monuments, then the peaceful Sudarshan Lake, a favourite local picnic spot.
 Overnight on board
8
Arrive Mumbai · Tour Concludes
Arrive in Mumbai · Gateway of India · Tour ends
Arrive in Mumbai
Your grand rail journey ends in India’s vibrant maximum city.
Gateway of India
A final flourish at the iconic Gateway of India, overlooking the Arabian Sea, before your onward journey.
 Tour ends in Mumbai

Inclusions & Exclusions

✓  Included
  • Cabin accommodation on board the Maharaja Express
  • All meals on board (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
  • Guided off-train excursions in every city
  • Ranthambore tiger safari
  • Cultural performances & welcome ceremonies
  • Onboard service, butler & amenities
✕  Not Included
  • International & domestic airfare
  • Indian visa & travel insurance
  • Premium / imported beverages
  • Monument entry fees
  • Personal expenses & gratuities

Pricing & Booking

Tailored to Your Group

The Maharaja Express runs seasonally (October–April) across several cabin categories. Tell us your preferred departure and cabin and we respond within a few hours with a full, no-obligation quote.

Cabin Category
Deluxe Cabin, Junior Suite, Suite or Presidential Suite
Departure Date
Seasonal departures, October to April
Group Size
Solo, couple or private group
Customisation
Pre/post-tour hotels, airport transfers & extensions
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Traveller Reviews

★★★★★

“Our guide Malik was incredible — so knowledgeable about Mughal history and the Taj Mahal. He took us to spots other tourists never find and captured the most beautiful photos for us. I highly recommend Perfect Agra Tours to anyone visiting India.”

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Verified traveller · TripAdvisor
★★★★★

“Best tour in Agra. Guide Malik was very educated and knew everything about the history. His explanations were clear and his passion made everything come alive. Faultless organisation throughout.”

J
Jiri B.
Verified traveller · TripAdvisor

Frequently Asked Questions

The train carries other guests, but every cabin is private and the off-train excursions are run in small guided groups. We can also arrange private guiding and transfers before and after the journey.

Your cabin accommodation, all meals on board, guided excursions in each city, the Ranthambore safari, cultural performances and onboard service are included. Entry fees, premium drinks, airfare and visa are extra.

The train operates seasonally from October to April, when the weather across North and West India is at its best. Specific departure dates vary each year — ask us for the current schedule.

Yes. We regularly arrange Delhi and Mumbai hotels, airport transfers and onward travel to wrap around your rail journey. Just mention it when you enquire.

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