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+91-8955000999Maharajas Express: India's Most Luxurious Train Journey
The most lavish train in the country, with some of the largest suites on Indian rails and four routes that range from Rajasthan to the Taj Mahal and Varanasi.
A Palace That Moves by Night
The Maharajas' Express entered service in 2010 under Indian Railways' tourism arm, IRCTC, with one aim: to be the most luxurious way to see India by rail. It still is. The train carries no more than eighty eight guests, travels mostly by night, and spends the days on guided excursions to forts, palaces, temples and a tiger reserve.
What sets it apart from India's other luxury trains is space. Even the entry Deluxe Cabins have proper beds and a private bathroom, the suites have separate living rooms, and the Presidential Suite fills an entire carriage. Interiors draw on the décor of Indian royal residences, with hand painted ceilings, brass fittings and rich fabrics.
There are four set journeys of three or six nights. Choosing between them comes down to which part of India you want to see, and how the train fits around the rest of your trip.
Inside the Maharajas' Express
Cabins and Suites on the Maharajas' Express
Four categories, and the step between them is real. Prices are per person, twin sharing, for the shortest journey in each category.
Deluxe Cabin photoDeluxe Cabin
Deluxe Cabin photoJunior Suite
Dining, Bars and Life on the Train
Days are spent off the train on excursions. Evenings are when the train comes into its own.
Mayur Mahal
Rang Mahal
Before and After Your Train
The Maharajas' Express starts and ends in Delhi or Mumbai, usually at a different city from where you land. Flights from Europe and the US arrive late at night, and the train departs in the afternoon, so most guests need at least one hotel night before boarding.
That is where we come in. We plan the days on either side with the same standard as the train, and you have one person to call for all of it.
A hotel night before boarding
Private car at the final station
Days the train does not cover
Airport transfers and flights advice
Maharajas' Express Price and Departures
Each journey has its own page with the full day by day itinerary. Here is the route and length of each.
| Cabin | Starting From | Train + Tour Package |
|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Cabin | USD 5,300 pp | USD [X] pp |
| Junior Suite | USD 5,700 pp | USD [X] pp |
| Suite | USD 8,600 pp | USD [X] pp |
| Presidential Suite | USD 14,600 pp | USD [X] pp |
Starting fares are per person, twin sharing, on the three night Treasures of India for the 2026-27 season. Six night journeys cost more. 5% GST extra. Indicative prices, subject to operator revision. Final quote in writing.
What changes the price
Departure months
Departures run from September to April, with roughly weekly sailings on each route in peak months. Exact dates for 2026-27 are confirmed on request, and availability changes daily in December and January.
Check AvailabilityIncluded in the train fare
Not included
Maharajas' Express: Your Questions
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+Why Book Your India Tour With Top Indian Holidays
You can book a cabin directly with the operator. We add what the operator does not: a Delhi hotel before boarding, a car at Safdarjung when you return, honest cabin advice and the rest of your India trip, with no booking fee on the train fare.
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No booking fee on the train fare
The nights before and after are covered
The train becomes part of a full journey
Honest advice on cabins and seasons
One named person, start to finish
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Top Indian Holidays is an independent tour operator. Train journeys are operated by IRCTC / RTDC / MTDC; we arrange bookings, extensions and your full itinerary.