World's Leading Luxury Train · Nine-Time Award Winner

Travel India like
Royalty once did.

Maharajas' Express is considered the most luxurious, convenient and safest way to explore India. Private suites, a personal butler, landmark destinations unlocked by expert guides — an experience unlike any other.

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World Travel Award
Voted nine times as "The World's Leading Luxury Train" at the
World Travel Awards — the Oscars of the travel industry.
Last awarded as recently as 2025 Operating since 2010 · Four curated itineraries
across India's most iconic destinations

Curated Itineraries

Four journeys.
One unforgettable India.

Every route is a considered editorial — a sequence of India's most iconic monuments, landscapes, and living cultures, experienced without compromise. Click any journey to see the full itinerary.

Treasures of India

3 Nights · 4 Days

Treasures of India

Delhi → Agra → Ranthambhore → Jaipur → Delhi

Indian Splendour

6 Nights · 7 Days

Indian Splendour

Delhi → Agra → Ranthambhore → Jaipur → Bikaner → Jodhpur → Udaipur → Mumbai

Indian Panorama

6 Nights · 7 Days

Indian Panorama

Delhi → Jaipur → Ranthambhore → Agra → Orchha → Khajuraho → Varanasi → Delhi

Heritage of India

6 Nights · 7 Days

Heritage of India

Mumbai → Udaipur → Jodhpur → Bikaner → Jaipur → Ranthambhore → Agra → Delhi

The Experience

Why Maharajas' Express
is in a class of its own

Unparalleled Luxury

In ambience, service, and facilities — a standard that defines the category. Every detail considered, every comfort anticipated.

A Personal Khidmatgar

A dedicated butler — your khidmatgar — available 24×7 in each saloon. Experienced, discreet, and wholly focused on your comfort.

Medical & Safety Cover

24-hour paramedic availability on board. High security protocol for all excursions. CCTV cameras and RFID door locks throughout the train.

World-Class Cuisine

Two elegant dining cars — Rang Mahal and Mayur Mahal — serving 100+ culinary traditions. From Kosher to vegan, every dietary preference is honoured with artistry.

Expert-Led Excursions

Every destination unlocked by specialist guides. Exclusive cultural performances, private monument access, and curated experiences you cannot buy independently.

Acclaimed Worldwide

Tripadvisor. Condé Nast Traveller. The New York Times. The world's foremost travel authorities agree on one point: this train is exceptional.

Private Accommodations

Your suite awaits.

Four distinct accommodations, each a private sanctuary — from the beautifully appointed Deluxe Cabin to the landmark Presidential Suite spanning an entire carriage. All cabins are bedecked with grand paintings, plush tapestry, wall-to-wall carpeting, Maharaja-style beds, and antiques.

Deluxe Cabin

Entry

Deluxe Cabin

112 sq. ft · Twin or Double bed

Spacious cabin with en suite bathroom, writing desk, personalised A/C and large picture window. 20 cabins in total — ideal for those who prefer to spend their days exploring India's wonders.
Junior Suite

Elevated

Junior Suite

150 sq. ft · Twin or Double bed

Around 25% more spacious than the Deluxe Cabin, featuring a dedicated sitting area, folding writing table, two panoramic windows and a full en suite bathroom. 18 suites named after precious gemstones.
Suite

Signature

Suite

220 sq. ft · Double bed

A separate living room, dining area and premium bedroom. Guests enjoy a private sightseeing car and guide at every stop. Two suites — Heera (Diamond) and Neelam (Blue Sapphire) — represent the pinnacle of Rajput artistry.
Presidential Suite

Pinnacle

Presidential Suite

Entire carriage · Two bedrooms

Called Navratna, this suite occupies a full carriage: two bedrooms, a separate living area, private dining room and a luxurious bathroom with bathtub. The largest suite available on any train in the world. Private luxury car at every destination.
All Cabin Essentials
Wardrobe, writing table & luggage hold
Wi-Fi internet (subject to network)
Personalised air-conditioning
Direct-dial international telephone
Live television & DVD player
Personal safe
Complimentary tea, coffee & snacks anytime
Attached bath with running hot & cold water

Transparent Pricing

Tariff — 2026–27 & 2027–28

All fares are in US Dollars. Add 5% Government service tax. INR pricing for Indian nationals available on request.

Cabin TypePer Person (Twin Share)Single Supplement
Deluxe CabinUSD 5,300USD 4,000
Junior SuiteUSD 5,700USD 5,200
SuiteUSD 8,600USD 8,600
Presidential SuiteUSD 14,600USD 14,600
Cabin TypePer Person (Twin Share)Single Supplement
Deluxe CabinUSD 8,800USD 6,600
Junior SuiteUSD 11,200USD 10,100
SuiteUSD 15,600USD 15,600
Presidential SuiteUSD 28,600USD 28,600
Cabin TypePer Person (Twin Share)Single Supplement
Deluxe CabinUSD 8,400USD 6,300
Junior SuiteUSD 10,700USD 9,700
SuiteUSD 15,600USD 15,600
Presidential SuiteUSD 28,600USD 28,600

Departure Calendar

Journey Schedules

Season 2026–27 October 2026 – April 2027

Treasures of India

Delhi → Delhi · 3 Nights / 4 Days

30 Sep '2625 Oct '26 22 Nov '2620 Dec '26 17 Jan '2714 Feb '27 14 Mar '27

Indian Panorama

Delhi → Delhi · 6 Nights / 7 Days

4 Oct '261 Nov '26 29 Nov '2627 Dec '26 24 Jan '2721 Feb '27 21 Mar '27

Indian Splendour

Delhi → Mumbai · 6 Nights / 7 Days

11 Oct '268 Nov '26 6 Dec '263 Jan '27 31 Jan '2728 Feb '27 28 Mar '27

Heritage of India

Mumbai → Delhi · 6 Nights / 7 Days

18 Oct '2615 Nov '26 13 Dec '2610 Jan '27 7 Feb '277 Mar '27 4 Apr '27
Season 2027–28 October 2027 – April 2028

Treasures of India

Delhi → Delhi · 3 Nights / 4 Days

24 Oct '27 21 Nov '27 19 Dec '27 16 Jan '28 13 Feb '28 12 Mar '28 09 Apr '28

Indian Panorama

Delhi → Delhi · 6 Nights / 7 Days

03 Oct '27 31 Oct '27 28 Nov '27 26 Dec '27 23 Jan '28 20 Feb '28 19 Mar '28

Indian Splendour

Delhi → Mumbai · 6 Nights / 7 Days

10 Oct '27 07 Nov '27 05 Dec '27 02 Jan '28 30 Jan '28 27 Feb '28 26 Mar '28

Heritage of India

Mumbai → Delhi · 6 Nights / 7 Days

17 Oct '27 14 Nov '27 12 Dec '27 09 Jan '28 06 Feb '28 05 Mar '28 02 Apr '28

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Why Book With Us

Royal Indian Trains

India's most experienced luxury train specialists. 30 years of hands-on expertise — organising travel since 1989.

Government of India recognised. Honoured with the Outstanding Contribution to Domestic Tourism award. Ministry of Tourism & IATO certified.

Trusted by institutions. We've organised private luxury charters for bodies including the Harvard Alumni Association.

Third-generation family agency. Over 100,000 happy travellers served across our 35-year boutique operation.

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