A Glimpse Of India's Most Luxurious Tourist Train " MAHARAJAS EXPRESS ". About The Train: ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ The golden era of luxury train travel in India dawned when Maharajas' Express - an initiative of Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) - was introduced in 2010. Dubbed India's equivalent to the Orient Express of Europe, this Maharaja train is rated by prestigious travel magazines and luxury guides as one of the greatest rail journeys in the world. Maharajas' Express has been designed to redefine executive travel. But there's more to it than sheer class. With its 5 tastefully crafted rail journeys, it presents India in a way never seen before. Long before the arrival of colonial power, India used to be the land of maharajas. Kingdoms were founded, cultures flourished and art developed. ■ The Maharajas journeys are crafted to offer you a glimpse into this rich heritage and culture of India through: -Cultural immersions through insider experiences. -Visits to forts and palaces replete with history. -Guided tours to World Heritage Sites. -Excursions into National Parks to witness untamed wildlife. -Arrangement of folk dances at select destinations performed by local artists. -Traditional Indian hospitality. ■ Whereas the life off the train is designed to offer cultural interactions, life on board is all about refinement, opulence and elegance. All guest salons are been named after a precious stone or the Navratnas. Each coach incorporates the gemstone after which they are named as its motif. For optimum comfort and luxury, each guest cabins are equipped with: -A spacious wardrobe. √ -Individual climate control. √ -Luggage hold underneath the bed. √ -24hrs availability of paramedic on Board.√ -Electronic smoke detection systems & free Wi-Fi internet. √ -Live television and CCTV cameras for all public areas. √ -Direct International dial telephone facility in each passenger cabin. √ -Attached washroom in all categories of room. √ -Air Ambulance service in case of emergencies. √ ■ Suites and Presidential Suites are also equipped with: -Mini Bar. -Bathrooms with wash basin, WC, shower cubicle, a full bath tub with running hot and cold water. -Spacious sitting area. ■ The Facilities that distinct the Maharajas Train with others: -Live television and CCTV cameras for all public areas -Most Spacious Passenger Cabins (Presidential Suite - 43.1 Sq. mt) -24hrs availability of paramedic on Board -Air Ambulance service in case of emergencies -On Board water filtration plant. ■ Gourmet dining on board the maharaja train is arranged in 2 dining cars which are named Rang Mahal (Color Palace) and Mayur Mahal (Peacock Palace). The plates are fine Limoges, edged with gold, the glasses Swarovski hand-cut crystal and the cutlery monogrammed with the letter M. Variety of cuisine served on board include: » Lactose Free Meals » Ovo Lacto Veg Meal » Jain Meal » Vegan Meal » Kosher Meal » Gluten Free Meal » Non Vegetarian Meal » Vegetarian Meal Guests could engage in recreational activities inside the Rajah Club - Lounge Car. Rajah Club has a well stocked library with general books and pictorial guidebooks offering glimpses of Indian Maharajas who used rule their kingdom before India became democracy. Board games and card games could also be enjoyed in Rajah Club over sip of your favorite wine. At one end stands the bar and at the other stands a souvenir shop named Treasure Chest from where you could buy mementos of this royal train journey. Come live a Maharaja life now on board most luxurious train in the world. Embark on a saga of adventure, elegance and romance on board Maharajas' Express, which definitely is one of the finest travel experiences in the world, a journey like no other.

• published: 21 Aug 2012
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