Check the Maharaja Express train schedule and step into the grandeur of royal places

The Maharajas’ Express is one of the leading luxury trains in India. The train offers a unique travel experience. With its plush ambience and unsurpassed elegance, a journey aboard the Maharajas’ Express is on every travel enthusiast’s bucket list. Check the Maharaja Express train schedule, confirm your seat, and get ready for a royal getaway in just a few clicks. Read on to know more about the train’s features, journey departure dates, and book in advance for a seamless experience.

The Maharajas’ Express Train Schedule

There are several Maharajas’ Express train journeys curated for the 2025-26 season. You can select your journey in the month you wish to travel and let a royal train tour unfold. Check out the given Maharajas’ Express schedule below and plan your royal train escapade for a memorable experience:

JOURNEYS→ 

The Indian Panorama

The Indian Splendour

Heritage of India

Treasures of India

MONTH/DAY

Sunday

Sunday

Sunday

Wednesday/Sunday

October 2025

5

12

19

1,26

November 2025

2,30

9

16

23

December 2025

28

7

14

21

January 2026

25

4

11

18

February 2026

22

1

8

15

March 2026

22

1,29

8

15

April 2026

-

-

5

-

 

JOURNEYS→ 

The Indian Panorama

The Indian Splendour

Heritage of India

Treasures of India

MONTH/DAY

Sunday

Sunday

Sunday

Wednesday/Sunday

September 2026

-

-

-

30

October 2026

4

11

18

25

November 2026

1,29

8

15

22

December 2026

27

6

13

20

January 2027

24

3,31

10

17

February 2027

21

28

7

14

March 2027

21

28

7

14

April 2027

-

-

4

-

Trips

7

7

7

7

Here’s how to book a Maharajas’ Express train journey

Once you select the departure date according to the Maharajas’ Express time table, proceed to make bookings. In just a few clicks, you can confirm your ticket to a royal expedition.

  1. Visit the official website of Maharajas’ Express www.the-maharajas.com.
  2. Click on ‘book now’ at the top right corner of the homepage.
  3. From there, you will be directed to the ‘reserve your tour’ section.
  4. Choose any one from the available ‘package tours’.
  5. Select a departure date and number of rooms.
  6. After this, select the cabin of your choice. Then, enter the number of adults, the number of children (provide DOB of the child), and click on ‘proceed’.
  7. Make payment for your tour package, and get confirmation.

Why must you travel aboard the Maharajas’ Express train?

The Maharajas’ Express train exudes luxury through and through. Every aspect of the Indian Maharaja train allows you to get a rich train travel experience. Below are some of the stand-out features and amenities on this royal Indian train that let you experience an elegant ambience:

  1. Cabins: The train offers four different categories of cabins, including Deluxe cabin, Junior Suite, Suite, and Presidential suite. Stay in comfort and style in these grand accommodations and witness royalty unfold aboard the Maharajas’ Express.
  2. Restaurants: Dine like a royal with the special restaurants of the Maharajas’ Express train. The Mayur Mahal (peacock palace) and the Rang Mahal (palace of colors) are the two royal dining areas on the Maharajas’ Express train. Enjoy royal delicacies on this train as you journey to some of the iconic destinations in India.
  3. Lounge and Bar Car: Unwind and relax in the exclusive Rajah Club and the Safari Bar on the Maharajas’ Express train. From the complimentary service mix of house pours to several international brands of wines and spirits, a lot is offered for you to lighten up.

Special Amenities on the Maharajas’ Express train

The Maharajas’ Express train is not just splendid in terms of its accommodation, dining spaces, and lounge. It is unsurpassed when it comes to little amenities on your journey. Let’s check out what the Maharajas’ train route has in store for you:

  1. WiFi
  2. LED Screen with OTT Subscription
  3. RFID Locks
  4. Butler Service
  5. En-suite Bathroom
  6. Valet Service*

In addition to the above, there are many other amenities that are included in your royal tour package. With a ticket for a journey on the Maharajas’ Express train, you can step into a world of luxury and elegance like never before!

The Maharajas’ Express train is a leading luxury train. A journey aboard this royal train will not just bring you an experience to cherish for a lifetime, but also give you a glimpse into the regal bygone era. Check out the Maharajas Express train schedule and plan your memorable journey with IRCTC. Hurry! Book now.

Disclaimer: All information provided on this website is in good faith. While we endeavor to keep the information up to date and correct, we suggest everyone refer to the official website www.the-maharajas.com/ for updated packages and offers.

FAQ

Yes. There are packages for all four different itineraries:

  • The Indian Panorama- October 5th.
  • The Indian Splendour- October 12th.
  • Heritage of India- October 19th.
  • Treasures of India- October 1st and 26th.

Jodhpur, Jaipur, Udaipur, Bikaner, Agra, Khajuraho, and Varanasi.