1. PALACE ON WHEELS Project Report For EARN WHILE YOU LEARN - Commonwealth Games Delhi 2010 INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TOURISM AND TRAVEL MANAGEMENT (Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of India)

2. An extraordinary train for extraordinary people One of the top ten luxury train’s journey in the world. Experience traditional Rajputana style hospitality In the lap of lavish interiors with beautiful paintings and wood carved furniture. Heart-rending trip to the splendid forts and palaces of Rajasthan. Astonishing view of scenic valley which gives a feeling of Heaven Here Right on Earth. Perfect amalgamation of old world charm and modern facilities.

3. PALACE ON WHEELS A Week in Wonderland

4. The Rajputana Splendor Tour Appointed with the finest facilities, this luxury train takes you on a journey back in time through the state of Rajasthan. A state nestled in royal North India. The Palace on Wheels, on its journey of 07 nights and 08 days, unveils empires, unlocks priceless treasures, unravels secrets, all wrapped in the lap of luxury. It departs from New Delhi and take you on a royal journey through Jaipur, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, SawaiMadhopur, Chittaurgarh, Udaipur, Bharatpur, and Agra. A journey that makes conversation with bygone era of the erstwhile Maharajas.

5. Earlier, it was operating as the personal Railway coaches of the erstwhile rulers of the princely states of Rajasthan, Gujarat as well as of the Nizam of Hyderabad and the Viceroy of British India. After Indian Independence in 1947, these coaches ceased to be used, as it was not viable to include these in the normal passenger trains due to their gorgeous furnishings on the interiors of their walls. The Palace On Wheels made its inaugural trip as a steam engine train on 26th January 1982. It started chugging the distances regularly from October 1982. Palace on Wheels promotes a charity foundation that is run exclusively to promote the education of children in the villages of Bengal and Orissa, India. Palace on Wheels has earned an international reputation for its truly world-class travel experiences. It has also caught the attention of the world's media including BBC, MTV, National Geographic, Zee TV, MDR of Germany and many others. History

7. U.S.P. of Rajasthan Tourism

8. PATA Gold Award in 1987

9. Nominated for 7th Annual World Travel Award in the luxury train category in the year 2000.Launched by the Indian Railways to promote tourism in Rajasthan

10. capacity of the train The train comprises of total 14 coaches which are named after different cities of Rajasthan. There are 52 rooms on the train and they are allocated to Single, Double and Triple occupancies. Approximate, there are 104 passengers on any fully-booked tour. It has 2 restaurants cum kitchen cars, one Bar cum Lounge and 4 service Cars. There is also a comfortable lounge, a library and a bar.

11. accommodation 14 fully air-conditioned deluxe saloons, each a combination of 2 twin bedded and 2 double bedded chambers with channel music, intercom, attached washrooms with running hot and cold water and showers, wall to wall carpeting and other amenities. An attendant or ‘Khidmatgar’ is always available at your service, to take care of all your travel needs.

12. Restaurant & bar The Maharaja : A Rajasthani multi-cuisine restaurant which serves lip smacking dishes from Continental, Chinese, India and Rajasthani cuisines. The Maharani : A lavishly decorated multi-cuisine restaurant which serves delectable dishes from Continental, Chinese, India and Rajasthani cuisines. The Bar : A well stocked bar offers exotic range of sprits of Indian and international brands.

13. Amenities & services The Palace on Wheels comprises of 14 fully air-conditioned deluxe saloons, equipped with world class amenities. Luggage Collection Arrival Kit Attendant ‘Khidmatgar’ Meals Mineral Water Newspapers/Magazines Security Toiletries Bar Indoor Games Lounge Mail Box Medical Aid Restaurants The Bazaar – Souvenirs Shop Smoking Zone ATM/and Satellite Phone And many more..

14. Name of coaches

15. Destinations

16. Day 1 - New Delhi Traditional Welcome QutabMinar India Gate Red Fort Humayun's Tomb Lotus Temple

17. Day 2 – Jaipur “pink city” City Palace HawaMahal JantarMantar Amber Fort

19. Day 3SawaiMadhopur & Chittaurgarh Ranthambore National Park Tower of Victory Chittorgarh Fort Ranthambore Fort Jain Temple

21. Day 4 – Udaipur “City of Lakes” Lake Palace Jag Mandir City Palace Lake Pichola

22. Day 5 – Jaisalmer "The Golden City” Desert Safari Jaisalmer Fort BadaBagh Panorama in the afternoon

23. Day 6 – Jodhpur “Sun City” UmaidBhawan Palace Osiyan Temple Meherangarh Fort Palace Gardens

24. Day 7 – Bharatpur and agra Keoladeo National Park FatehpurSikri TajMahal

25. Day 8 - New Delhi Arrive at Delhi Safdarjung Railway station at 04.00 hrs. Breakfast on board and let the pleasant memories of the past week linger on your mind for a long, long time.

26. tariff The Palace on Wheels Tour starts on Every Wednesday of the week from Safdarjung Railway Station, New Delhi. Monthsof Operation October till March : High Season tariff Applicable September & April : Lean Season Discounted tariff Applicable (Half fare for children between 5 and 12 years) The Tariff includes: Tariff is inclusive of accommodation on board Palace on Wheels/ travel/all meals / Conducted Sight-seeing Tours/Entrance fees at Monuments / Parks / Palaces and Cultural Programmes. The Tariff does not includes: Drinks, tips, laundry, telephone calls, video camera fees, business car facilities, liquor and other items of personal nature.

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29. Bibliography http://www.indianrail.gov.in/palaceonwheel.html http://www.palaceonwheels.net http://www.theluxurytrains.com/