PHOTOS COURTESY OF MAHARAJAS ’ EXPRESS
Asia
MAHARAJAS ’ EXPRESS Designed to recreate the ( fabulous ) journeys of eras past , the influence of Indian Royalty and British aristocracy guide the way for those who board India ’ s Maharajas ’ Express . Previewing the luxurious splendor that awaits is the train ’ s richly colored maroon and gold exterior , a beautiful pallet that sets the tone for this far-flung adventure .
India is a vibrant and welcoming country and those riding the Maharajas ’ Express will feel the love as they ’ re greeted with gifts , music and a flurry of namastes before boarding the platform . Inside the train , the fanfare continues with staff treating travelers to the royal experience through savory dishes , perfectly crafted cocktails and around-the-clock
butler service from the comfort of one ’ s private quarters — which , btw , are simultaneously lavish , yet cozy , with an en suite shower and toilet , live TV and a direct-dial telephone .
The Maharajas ’ Express offers four fantastic adventures for prospective travelers to choose from . The three longer routes include Indian Splendour , The Heritage of India and Indian Panorama each of which lasts for a duration of six nights and seven days . And the shorter route is Treasures of India , a three-night , four-day experience . While all the routes have a slightly different itinerary , travelers can expect to see the region ’ s most notable attractions such as the Taj Mahal , Ranthambore National Park and Amber Fort on almost every journey .
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