This ‘Water Palace’ is a five story high structure built in the eighteenth century as a pleasure house when Kings went hunting. However, in monsoons you can only see the top floor as all the other floors are submerged underwater. Moreover, you can approach the palace only by boat. Get a picturesque view of the Nahargarh hills and the Man Sagar lake waters from here. There are four domes each with a unique specialty like brass, blue pottery, mirrors & Rajasthani art, etc. The terrace garden is a manicured flora & greenery and the halls depict art & style of those times.
Many reasons attract tourists to visit this water palace in luxury on the Palace on Wheels. The Palace on Wheels guests travel in comfort of Kings and in their carriages that they used. guests can visit this amazing tourist destination in Jaipur on the next day of embarking the train. Moreover they get to have lavish dinner at a premium heritage hotel in the water palace. Some of the reasons and facilities of the Palace on Wheels are mentioned below.
Palace on Wheels Accommodation
There are various cabins & occupancies available to select from based on your preference – Deluxe Cabins, Suites & Super suite totaling 40 cabins. En-suite washrooms are equipped with shower, optional hot or cold running water, WC, & wash basin. There are soft beds (twin bed/ double bed) & pillows and space underneath the cots to push empty luggages cases. Each cabin is equipped with a writing desk, a stand with draw-box, safe lock, and armoire. Decor is relaxing and there is a window for a panoramic exterior passing view.
Palace on Wheels Dining Cars & Bar
The trip fare in the refurbished carriages is all – inclusive of daily meals, sightseeing entrance fees (camera fees at some locations is chargeable) and all the luxuries of Kings. This includes eating at the royal dining cars onboard the Palace on Wheels – Maharajah & Maharani restaurants. Guests are served delectable cuisine from Continental, traditional Rajasthani, and North Indian Cuisine here. There is a mini-bar to relax on any international or local liquor (additional charges may apply to some labels).
Palace on Wheels Lounge & Spa
A sitting lounge with comfortable arm chairs to chat with each other or play a board game, read a book or magazine, etc. is available for guests. There are flowers & wall hangings that give an ancient Kingly ambiance & lifestyle. Beverages like tea and snacks are served onboard at evening sometimes. If you would like a quiet relaxation time take a rejuvenating spa onboard with a relaxing ambiance and decor. You may take a health spa or traditional Ayurveda treatment spa onboard.
The Palace on Wheels 8D/ 7N luxury tour takes guests to the Jal Mahal in kingly comfort. Guests are pampered in royal luxury with all basic amenities taken care of on a well – planned itinerary. Carriages are decked up to provide an ambiance of the ancient Kingly times. Palace on Wheels is running a special offer on selected departure dates. Do not wait any longer to book your tickets here!