Luxury
Train Tours
Heritage on Wheels
Destinations Covered :
Jaipur - Bikaner - Haat - Gajner - Tal Chhapar - Ramgarh - Nawalgarh - Mandawa
- Jaipur
Duration : 03 Nights - 04Days
Day 01 : Jaipur
The
train leaves Jaipur at around 19.30 hrs. The journey begins at 1930 hrs in the
evening. Tourists who reach early have plenty of time to explore the city on their
own. So, before boarding the train and starting off their royal journey on board
Heritage on Wheels, tourists can go round as per their wish and see the major
attractions of the city.
About Jaipur
The
capital city of the Rajasthan is the starting pointof a royal journey aboard Heritage
on Wheels Train.
Founded by Sawai Jai Singh in the year 1727, Jaipur is
a classic exemplification of the desire of the erstwhile Maharajas to do something
extraordinary. Maharaja Jai Singh took special interest in the designing of this
city himself. Jaipur was segregated into nine blocks out of which two were specifically
reserved for the City Palace Complex and other state official buildings while
the other seven were given away for public utilisation. The city was bordered
by a wall which had seven gates at different points. The colour pink was used
in abundance giving a lovely romantic look to the city.
Today, the city
has progressed a lot from being a city of Maharajas to a modern tourist destination.
Still, the royal charm doesn’t seem to leave it. Even in the day to day life,
there are ample suggestions of a past that was glorious and graceful at the same
time.
Arrival In Jaipur
Jaipur has
an international airport of its own which operates flight to many international
destinations. Tourists can land directly at the Jaipur airport. Alternatively,
they can also take a flight to Delhi and then catch another flight to Jaipur.
They can also drive down or catch a train from Delhi to reach Jaipur. Jaipur is
258 kms from Delhi.
For domestic passengers, Jaipur is connected to all
the major places in the country like Delhi, Mumbai, Agra, Ahmedabad, Bundi, Jodhpur,
Bikaner, Udaipur and Bharatpur by road. Trains from Jaipur run to destinations
like Mumbai, Calcutta, Bangalore, Chennai, Varanasi, Lucknow, Agra, Mathura, Udaipur
and Jodhpur.
Jaipur Attractions
Hawa
Mahal, City Palace, Amber Fort, Jantar Mantar and Central Museum.
Departure
from JaipurTourists are required to check in and board at 18.30
hrs. The luxury train leaves for its first destination Bikaner at around 19.30
hrs. Dinner is served on board at 20.00 hrs.
Day 02 : Bikaner - Haat
- Gajner
Arrival in Bikaner
The train arrives in Bikaner at around
06.00 hrs. Breakfast is served on board at 07.00 hrs. Thereafter, tourists are
boarded on an AC luxury coach and taken to see the Bikaner Fort.
About
Bikaner
Founded by Rao Bikaji in the year 1489, Bikaner lies in
the desert region of Rajasthan. Rao Bika took almost thirty years to make Bikaner
a flourishing, powerful and protected city. The city progressed leaps and bounds
despite the aridness of the region because it lay on an important trade route
that joined north India to Central Asia and China. The alliance with the Mughals
was an important turning point in the relation of the two significant dynasties.
The
walled city, which has pink as the prominent colour very much like Jaipur, is
today one of the major site for tourism in Rajasthan.
Morning
Sightseeing
Junagarh Fort - Built by Raja Rai Singh in the year
1593, the Junagarh Fort is one fort which has remained invincible amidst all attacks
and aggressions. Its uniqueness also lies in the fact that unlike the other fortress
of Rajasthan, it is not built on a hill top. Rather it is built on a plain. The
main entrance of the fort is through te Suraj Pol or the Sun Gate. Within the
fort, there are numerous other structures like the Chandra Mahal, Anup Mahal,
Ganga Niwas and Rang Mahal or the palace of pleasure. The fort is a standing reminder
of the valour and skills of the Rajput rulers.
Back
to Heritage on Wheels
Tourists are brought back to the Heritage
on Wheels and at around 11.00 hrs, the train leaves for Haat. The train arrives
at Haat and leaves for Gajner at around 12.15 hrs. Gajner is reached around at
13.15 hrs.
Lunch -Tourists can enjoy a sumptous meal in Gajner.
Post
Lunch Activities
» Camel Safari - Camel Safari is one of the
prime attractions in the state of Rajasthan. Seated on the back of the ship of
the desert, tourists can experience how people in the ancient times travelled
from one place to another. Camel Safari is one exotic ride that gives a feeling
of exhilaration and adventure simultaneously. It can be a bit tiring as well for
those who are not used to it.
» Tea at the Lal Garh Palace - Lalgarh
Palace is one of the major tourist site in Rajasthan. Built by Maharaja Ganga
Singhji as a mark of respect to his father, Raja Lal Singhji, the Lal palace is
a pretty recent construction (it was built in the year 1902). The red sand stone
building is exquisitely decorated with latticework and filigree. Massive courtyards
and marble pillars dominate the interiors of the palace.
Back
to Heritage on Wheels
After an exciting day, tourists are brought
back to the Heritage on Wheels at around 18.30 hrs. Dinner is served on board.
The luxury train moves for its next destination, Tal Chhapar at around 23.30 hrs.
Day
03 : Tal Chhapar - Ramgarh - Mandawa - Nawalgarh
Arrival In Tal Chhapar
The
train arrives at the Padhiyar Railway Staion at 04.00 hrs and later to Tal Chhapar
Station at around 07.15 hrs. Breakfast is served on board.
Morning
Sightseeing
» Tal Chhapar Sanctuary - The Tal Chhapar Sanctuary,
situated in the Churu district in the north western part of Rajasthan is quiet
famous for its population of Black Bucks. Originally, a hunting ground of Maharaja
of Bikaner, Tal Chhapar was declared a sanctuary in the year 1962. It covers an
area of 719 sq km and houses numeorus other animals apart from the Black Bucks.
Prominent among these are Chinkara, Jungle Cat, Rojra and Fox. Numerous migratory
birds can also be seen in this area during the month of September. Some of the
names of resident as well as migratory birds are Skylark, Crested Lark, Ring Dove,
Brown Dove, Blue Jay, Imperial Eagle, Tawny Eagle, Short-toed Eagle and Sparrow
Hawk.
Back to the Heritage on Wheels
Tourists
are taken back to the Heritage on Wheels. The train departs for Ramgarh at 09.00
hrs.
Arrival at Ramgarh
The train
arrives at Ramgarh at 11.00 hrs. From there, tourists are taken for sightseeing
trip to Ramgarh.
About Ramgarh
Ramgarh
was founded in 1791 by a powerful Poddar merchant family who fell out with the
Thakur of Churu over an issue. The place progressed well till late 19th century
and was one of the richest town in the surrounding region. Today, with its exquisite
temples and havelis, Ramgarh attracts numerous tourists from all over.
Sightseeing
» Ramgarh Havelis -The havelis of Ramgarh are huge, almost
like a mansion. These havelis were constructed by the founder of the place, the
Poddar family. With their magnificent architecture and beautiful motifs painted
on the walls, the havelis are worth visiting.
» Mandawa Havelis-
Mandawa havelis belong to the Goenka family of the region. The splendour of the
havelis are attractive and worth visiting.
» Lunch - Delicious lunch
can be enjoyed in the Mandawa Resort at 13.30 hrs. After lunch spend some time
relaxing.
Back to the Heritage on Wheels
Tourists
are brought back on Heritage on Wheels at 15.00 hrs and the train leaves for Nawalgarh.
Arrival
In Nawalgarh
The train pulls at Nawalgarh at 1600 hrs. Tourists
are taken for a sightseeing trip.
About Nawalgarh
Nawalgarh
was founded by the fifth son of Shardul Singh, Nawal Singh in the year 1737. The
influx of merchants in Nawalgarh made it a hugely proseperous town. The merchants
built numerous havelis that have become a heritage today. Some of the most important
attractions of Nawalgarh include Bala Qila (a fort), the Aath havelis (actually
there are only six) and the Ganga Mai Haveli.
Evening
Sightseeing
Tourists are taken for a sightseeing trip around Nawalgarh.
»
Tea Break - Tea break at Nawalgarh refreshes the tourists if they are feeling
low and tired.
Back to Heritage on Wheels
Tourists
are brought back to the Heritage on Wheels at around 19.00 hrs. Dinner is served
on board. The train leaves back for Jaipur at around 20.00 hrs.
Day
04 : Jaipur
Arrival in Jaipur
The train arrives at Jaipur Station at
06.30 hrs. Breakfast is served on board. This is the end of the journey. With
pleasant memories, tourists unboard the train and proceed towards their home.
Relevant Information
Climate
Varies from 8°C to 25°C
between October to March.
Clothing Recommended
Light tropical / light
woolens.
