Thursday 22 February 2018

Maharaja Express Rail: Make Your First New Year Resolution In The Train!


Indian Railways’ tryst with luxury happened in 1982 when the Palace on Wheels luxury train pioneered the era of luxury travel on Indian railway tracks. There was no looking back after this. With the advent of the Maharaja Express rail in March 2010, things have absolutely become more comfortable and luxurious in train travel.


Such is the excellent tour schedules of the train and the warm hospitality of the staff that the train has earned various awards at the national and the international front. The train has turned out to be the most luxurious rail in India; it rubs shoulders with the prestigious Orient Express of Europe.

There is hardly a doubt that the train has redefined luxury. It has brought to life the richness of kings and queens of the bygone era. The train, with its plush interiors and the ancient and the modern put together, creates an intriguing atmosphere. You cannot help but feel special here.

A rich train ride
The décor of suites and cabins of the train is inspired by the royal chambers of the erstwhile kings and queens of India. Luxury on wheels is not a new thing in this country. Several maharajas who reined in India had built their own rail lines with their personal trains.

For example, the Maharaja of Vadodara had gifted his son a completely functional toy train. The Maharaja of Gwalior brandished his silver model train in front of the East India Company officers. He used to make the train chug on his banqueting table.

The era of Raj saw many Maharajas with their personal carriages, which were done in sheer luxurious settings. They used these plush things for state visits, hunting trips, and nuptial stays.

The striking feature of these trains was their décor. They usually featured exquisite carvings, mirror work, designs with gems studded on them, intricate patterns, elegant tapestries, and beautiful jewel work that spell bound people. The trains and their décor spoke about the pompous lifestyles of India’s maharajas.

The Maharaja Express rail endeavors to imitate the same pomp and give its travelers luxurious pleasures.

Money buys luxury; luxury brings happiness!
People who say money cannot buy happiness haven’t stepped inside the Maharaja train!

The train is equipped with modern amenities, eco-friendly technologies, and warm services. The staff takes into account each detail with meticulousness and renders impeccable hospitality to travelers. The staff is diligent and dedicated.

Attractive offers this season
Talking about money, of course the Maharaja train is the most expensive luxury train of India; but it still does not break your bank. The train provides several attractive offers that help you save money and enjoy the luxuries of life.

The train’s 7 distinct tours offer an insight into vibrancy and colorfulness of the country called India. Well, who doesn’t know about India’s diverse cultures, festivities, holiness, and rich heritage?

India intrigues, indeed!

So, what are you waiting for? What’s the best way to begin 2018 than be in the arms of luxury? Soak yourselves in pure pleasure and pamper, as the warm winter sun casts its rays on the New Year.

Tuesday 6 February 2018

Tourism Agra: The Golden Triangle

Catch the Taj Mahal under the moonlight and you will begin to believe in eternal love! The white magic of the marbled structure is such that if you are married, you would want to fall in love with your partner once again, and if you are single, you would want to seek love.



Welcome to Agra! Yes, this is the city that harbors the unique Taj Mahal.

Tourism Agra
Agra is a bustling city of Uttar Pradesh, located on the banks of the holy River Yamuna. The city harbors several important tourist destinations. They showcase India’s royal past and rich heritage. They portray the extravaganza of India’s Emperors, their hobbies, their emotions, and tales of their gallantries.

Besides the Taj Mahal, you can find the magnificent Agra Fort here. It was built in red sand stone by Emperor Akbar. It is located about 2.5 kms northwest to the Taj Mahal. It, too, is recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Site like the Taj Mahal.

A trip to North India is incomplete without a trip to Agra.

Tours that take you to Agra in luxury
Tour plans like Gems of India, Heritage of India, Treasures of India, Indian Splendor, and Indian Panorama give you an opportunity to visit this historical city. These are tours of the Maharajas’ Express – India’s most expensive luxury train and the one bestowed by several national and international awards.

A number of prestigious travel magazines look upon this luxury train of India with high regards. It has received the “World’s Leading Luxury Train” award consecutively for five years from 2012 to 2016. The train is regarded as the Orient Express of the East.

Traveling to Agra in this train is different from traveling in a regular mode of transportation. You may have been to Agra several times before, but journeying through the Maharaja train offers a unique experience. You don’t feel like a tourist. You feel like a royal guest who has come to pay a tribute to the world famous love site – the Taj Mahal.

Agra comes in the Golden Triangle
The Golden Triangle is a tourist circuit or route that connects cities like Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur. It is so called because of the triangle shape that forms on the map when the three cities are connected.

Most of the Golden Triangle tours begin in Delhi. The Maharajas’ Express offers two exclusive Golden Triangle tours: Gems of India and Treasures of India. These tours begin in Delhi and end here. The other tours contain this tourist circuit.

Tourism in Agra has received a boost due to the conceptualization of the Golden Triangle, say industry experts. The connecting cities are easy to visit and offer a fair glimpse of India’s history and culture. You get an essence of the “royal-ness” of the country.


Moreover, traveling in the Maharaja train soaks you in royalty. You feel like a king or a queen. It is an altogether different experience. A journey on board this luxury train should be in your list of things to do before you die.