Hi Everyone! 

If you’ve ever dreamed of traveling like royalty across India, the Maharajas’ Express Train is hands-down one of the most luxurious ways to do it. I recently looked into booking a journey myself and realized there are a lot of questions people have — so I thought I’d share a quick step-by-step guide to make the process simple for anyone planning their first trip!

What is the Maharajas’ Express?

It’s a luxury tourist train run by IRCTC that offers 4 amazing journeys through destinations like Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Udaipur, Ranthambore, Khajuraho, Varanasi, and more — all while traveling in 5-star comfort!

Available Journeys:

You can choose from 4 curated routes:

• The Indian Panorama

• The Heritage of India

• The Treasures of India

• The Indian Splendor

Each journey runs between October and April and lasts 4 to 7 days.

How to Book the Maharajas’ Express:

Step 1: Choose Your Itinerary
Visit the official site or trusted booking partners like Orient Rail Journeys to see route maps, highlights, and dates.

Step 2: Select Cabin Type
Options include:

• Deluxe Cabin

• Junior Suite

• Suite

• Presidential Suite
  Your choice affects the total cost.

Step 3: Submit a Booking Inquiry
Fill out the Maharaja Express booking enquiry form with:

• Preferred journey

• Number of travelers

• Cabin type

• Travel date

Step 4: Get Confirmation & Payment Info
A travel expert will contact you with availability, pricing in INR or USD, and payment methods.

Step 5: Make Payment
You can usually pay via secure online payment gateways or wire transfer. A booking confirmation and travel voucher are issued after payment.

Price Range (for Indian nationals)

• Deluxe Cabin: ₹4,00,000 to ₹5,70,000 per person

• Junior Suite: ₹6,00,000 to ₹7,80,000

• Suite: ₹10,00,000+

• Presidential Suite: ₹17,00,000+ (for the full suite)

All fares are all-inclusive: meals, excursions, entrance fees, guides, transfers, etc.

Tips Before Booking

• Book 3–6 months in advance – seats sell out quickly

• Check your visa/travel documents if you’re traveling from abroad

• Read the cancellation policy

• Ask for deals/offers – early bird or group discounts are sometimes available

• Have Questions?

Feel free to ask here if you’re planning to book, or if you’ve already traveled on the Maharaja Express routes  — please share your experience!

Happy travels!