b'LandmarkThe Maharajas Express,2 AMRITSARGolden Temple Chandigarh 2 SHIMLA& Shimla DELHI 1 +2 +1 Agra6JaipurIndiaRetrace the steps of Indian princes aboard the luxuriousVaranasiMaharajas Express, on a stunning exploration of IndiasRanthambore Orchha1 Nights in Hotel by Rail Khajurahoancient cities, sacred temples, palaces and wildlife. 1 Nights by Rail by CoachSHIMLA GOLDEN TEMPLE VARANASIYOUR ITINERARYDays 1 & 2. Overnight flight to Delhi Day 7. Discovering Old Amritsar or other wildlife, before continuing to Your tour begins at London Heathrow,We view a memorial to Sikh soldiersthe preserved city of Fatehpur Sikri.before our flight to Delhi. Day 2 is freewho died defending British India, to get to know Delhi, a city where oldthen revisit the Golden Temple whoseDay 12. Sunrise at the Taj Mahaland new co-exist.kitchen feeds 100,000 a day.Awaking in Agra, we witness the Taj Mahal aglow in morning light duringDay 3. To Shimla on the Toy Train Day 8. Encountering Delhi an unforgettable early visit to the After an express train trip to Kalka,An introduction to the capital includesmost beautiful building in the world.we board the Toy Train to Shimla,Qutub Minar, Gandhi Smriti Museum summer capital of the British Raj.and the presidents residence. FromDay 13. Orchha & Khajuraho templesJama Masjid, we ride rickshaws intoFirst touring Orchas important temple, Day 4. Exploring Shimla the bazaar before a sumptuous dinner.we see the Hindu and Jain monuments Local historian Raaja Bhasin talksof Khajuraho and exquisite temple art. about Shimla before a tour of theDay 9. The Maharajas ExpressViceregal Lodge, the colonial-eraAboard our opulent train, we head toDay 14. Varanasi on the GangesGaiety Theatre and Scandal Point.Jaipur to visit the extensive City Palace.In holy Varanasi, known as the cradle Dinner is at a former palace, once theof humankind, we visit the revered Day 5. The sparkling city of Amritsar residence of the Maharajah of Jaipur.Buddhist site of Sarnath. Later, we An evening rail journey takes us, viaview an aarti ceremony from a boat as Chandigarh, to golden Amritsar. ThisDay 10. The iconic Amber Fort priests honour the sacred Ganges.beautiful Punjab city is one of theA visit to Jaipurs incredible Amber FortThe whole trip was holiest centres for the Sikh religion. reveals a palace of red sandstone andDay 15. Disembarking in Delhiwhite marble set above the city, withmind-blowing and Ill Leaving the magnificent Maharajas Day 6. Amritsars Golden Temple an exquisite interior and gardens. Express in Del get the tiat l rs.never for hi, the day is ge eisure.After the Wagah Border ceremonyBrian, 2024at the Pakistan border, we witnessDay 11. Tiger spotting safariDay 16. Homeward boundthe Golden Temples spiritual PalkiEntering Ranthambore National Park,We transfer to Delhi airport for our procession, full of colour and chanting. we hope to spot a resident Bengal tigerflight back to London Heathrow. 24 For more information on dates and prices, visit greatrail.com/MHJ26'