Luxury Train Journeys: Palace on Wheels & Maharajas’ Express

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If you’ve ever dreamed of traveling like a king, these luxury train journeys deliver history, culture, and five-star indulgence on rails. Whether it’s the timeless Palace on Wheels or the ultra-luxurious Maharajas’ Express, CometoIndia invites you to ride into India’s glorious past in style.

Palace on Wheels: The Original Royal Ride

Description:
Launched in 1982, the Palace on Wheels recreates the experience of traveling like a 19th-century Maharaja. Think hand-carved furniture, rich upholstery, and personal attendants — all while crossing deserts, palaces, and forts of Rajasthan.

Highlights:

Royal-themed luxury cabins
Stops at Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Ranthambore, and Agra
In-house spa, bar lounge, and fine dining restaurants
Best season: September to April

Palace on Wheels 2025 | Luxury Trains Tours Package, India

Experiences:
Evening folk performances, camel rides in Jaisalmer dunes, and a sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal.

Maharajas’ Express: The World’s Leading Luxury Train

Description:
Often called the world’s most luxurious train, the Maharajas’ Express is all about grandeur and exclusivity. Voted “World’s Leading Luxury Train” multiple times, it offers routes across Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Uttar Pradesh.

Highlights:

Presidential Suite with private carriages
Two onboard fine dining restaurants: Rang Mahal & Mayur Mahal
Off-train excursions: tiger safari in Ranthambore, boat rides on Lake Pichola, champagne breakfast at the Taj Mahal
Best season: October to March

Maharajas Express : Royal Experience in World's Luxurious Train

Experiences:
Cultural performances, guided heritage tours, and curated onboard experiences like high tea, cocktail evenings, and culinary showcases.