This masterpiece of the architecture by the Maharajah of Bikaner – Lalgarh is one of the top prime attractions at Bikaner in Rajasthan. The Lalgarh Palace has a rich display of history, royalty, culture and amazing wealth with its complex wings and enormous corridors.
There is also exquisite artifacts and the corridors have paintings hanging which makes the Palace narrate the historic tales. Most of it is made from pure red sandstone that was extensively brought in from the Thar Desert of Rajasthan.
A stay here at this Lalgarh Palace is possible as a part of this historical palace has been turned into a heritage hotel with its interiors done up in royalty. The Palace on Wheels guests check out all of the sightseeing tourist spots in various cities of Rajasthan. Visitors will be awed by the amazing European Architectural style that most of the Lalgarh Palace is constructed in. It was first meant for the Sir Ganga Singh after the Junagarh Fort was thought to be unsuitable for the Maharajah of Bikaner to stay which made the British build this great palace for the King exclusively.
Explore Lalgarh Palace with Palace on Wheels
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. Read on …
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 drawer as well as a safe lock. 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 Lalgarh Palace 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!
Without doubt this mode of travel appeals to some people. However, on our travels through Rajasthan we encountered tour groups from the Palace on Wheels on a couple of occasions and felt that going by road, with a car and driver, suited us much better. You simply saw a hell of a lot more, had much more contact with the local people, and were not tied to any schedule. We stayed at the Laxmi Niwas Palace, which is part of the Lalgarh site, and it was very pleasant indeed. (Whilst there are some fountains there, I would not refer to Lalgarh being a water palace, though.)