Maharajas' Express Blog

Maharajas Express  Neighbours Envy, Indias Pride

IMG_5931“Maharajas Express, a train synonymous with style, lavishness, grandeur and luxury is rightly conferred with the title of being Indias most opulent luxury train. This train is two times winner of the prestigious “”World’s Leading Luxury Train”” award for 2012 & 13, and has been nominated for the 3rd time for the award. The train takes travelers to some exotic and colorful locations and offers a kaleidoscopic fiesta showcasing the countrys magical richness and stunning variety. Flagged off in March 2010, the train is owned by the Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation Ltd. and adorned with every conceivable modern facility. Right from Eco-friendly technologies to world-class services, this train promises a royal experience to the travelers. In order to provide a lifetime experience, every aspect of the journey has been executed with meticulous diligence.
A Glance at the Trains Amenities and Facilities
All cabins of this luxurious train feature panoramic windows and the train is fitted with air cushion suspension system for utmost comfort of the guests. Facilities rendered for the royal experience in the train include:
LCD Television screens
DVD Players
Live Satellite Television
Direct dial telephone
Wi-Fi Internet
Personal Safe
Individual air conditioning
On line water filtration system
En-suite bathroom,
Hair dryers
CCTV cameras,
electronic smoke detection system,
RFID door locks
controlled discharge toilet system
Beside these state-of-the-art facilities the guests onboard are also served with complimentary tea, coffee, mineral water and snacks that are provided throughout the journey along with 24 hours butler services.
Maharajas Express  Exemplifies the Essence of Luxury Traveling
To ensure utmost safety and well being of its guests, Maharajas Express provides round the clock paramedic on-board and air ambulance service for emergencies.
The features of Maharajas Express that make it stand out amongst all the leading luxurious trains of India such as Palace on Wheel, Deccan Odyssey, Royal Rajasthan on Wheels and Golden Chariot includes:
The train has two restaurants, Rang Mahal and Mayur Mahal, each having 42 covers. Thus, all the guests can enjoy meals at the same time.
The train has state of the art kitchen car where fresh meals using organic spices are prepared.
The train also boasts of well-stocked Rajah Club equipped with a high-end boutique where guests can buy souvenir and gifts.
Safari Bar is equipped with board games and a small library .
Maharajas Express is equipped with Satellite antennas to render Live TV experience within the cabins.
The cabins of the train are fitted with 110/230V sockets and every cabin comes with its own electronic safe deposit box.
The train is also provided with cordless telephones in the cabins.
The toiletries provided are made from essential oils and are SLES and paraben free.
The welcome arrangements at every stop are elaborate and showcase the local music and dance forms.
Every day during the tour there is a gala event at a five star/heritage venue to make the journey special for our guests.
Traveling in this most luxurious train of India is a dream of every individual, who wish to experience the royalty of erstwhile maharajas and rulers. On boarding this train travelers will get a royal and pampered feeling that will make them feel like maharajas”.