New Delhi was proclaimed the capital of India by the British architect Sir Edwin Lutyens (1869-1944). This tree-lined & spacious city is one of India's fastest growing cities. It sprawls over the West Bank of the river Yamuna and is divided into two distinct parts, Old Delhi & New Delhi.

Old Delhi is centered on the Red Fort built by Emperor Shah Jehan between 1636 & 1658. The streets of Old Delhi are narrow & bustling with energy. The beauty & serenity lies inside the courts of the main buildings. Delhi has some of the finest museums in the country. Its boutiques and shopping arcades offer access to a wealth of traditional and contemporary crafts from all over the country.

How to get there

Air: Delhi is easily accessible to and from most cities in the world. Most of the international airlines in the world fly to Delhi. Domestic airlines link Delhi to all the major cities in the country.

Train: The Indian railways, with their modern and organized network connect Delhi to major and minor destinations in India. There are three important railway stations in Delhi, viz.The New Delhi Railway Station, Old Delhi Railway Station and Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station. The Shatabdi Express is recommended to reach cities like Chandigarh, Dehradun, Gwalior, Bhopal, Lucknow and Kanpur.

Bus: Delhi is well connected by road to all major destinations in North India. The Inter State Bus Terminus (ISBT) is located at Kashmiri Gate, Sarai Kale-Khan and Anand Vihar. Delhi Transport Corporation and Road Transport Corporations of the neighboring states provide frequent air conditioned, deluxe and ordinary coaches. Bus services from all the major places in Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan are available to Delhi. During the summer months, air-conditioned coaches are recommended.

Airports: Delhi has two airports. Indira Gandhi International Airport,which is 20km away from the city connects Delhi to almost all the major countries in the world.Palam is the domestic airport which is situated closer to the city. Between the two airports, shuttle coach service is available. From both the terminals, Ex-Servicemen Air Link Transport Service (EATS) brings passengers to the city at nominal rates.

Another advantage of getting treatment in India is the opportunity of getting introduced with India's rich cultural heritage along with its temples, forts, palaces, art, music, dances customs and of course food. Within Delhi one can go around visiting Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Rajghat, India Gate, Qutub Minar, Humayun's Tomb, Jantar Mantar, Lakshmi Narayan Temple, Lotus Temple and Rashtrapati Bhawan.

You can also plan short excursions depending on your interests: Cultural and Heritage tours: One can visit the forts and palaces of Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Jaipur, Lakes of Udaipur, Pushkar fair and Taj mahal in agra.

The Glimpses of Indian wildlife can be enjoyed at Corbett National Park and Ranthambore National Park, both of which are famous for tiger reserves. Indian birds can be seen at Bharatpur bird Sanctuary.

If you want to enjoy the beauty of nature, visit the hill stations of Nainital, Mussoorie, Shimla, Kufri, Dalhousie, Auli. Luxury Train tours The Palace On Wheels

A virtual five star hotel taking you to the most exotic places, in the utmost royal style. A week long journey to the exotic destinations in Rajasthan, takes you to the by gone era experienced by the Maharajas, once upon a time in India. Destinations like Jaipur - Jodhpur - Udaipur and Agra; known for their royal forts and exclusive buildings like the Taj Mahal are covered in this week long journey. While the nights are spent in the luxury of the saloons, t he days are spent in the royal splendours watching the forts and experiencing the Rajasthani hospitality.

Welcome to a rare delight, a special experience. Rare because in our fast-paced lives, it is not often that we can take time off to unwind and taste the pleasures of our own culture. Special, because your journey will take you and your family back in time : to the age of the Maharajahs. To carry you There is The Royal Orient-one of the world's most exotic trains. Weave through two of India's most culturally fascinating states, Gujarat and Rajasthan. Cross the great Indian desert at nights, and take day trips to fascinating places by luxury coach.

The Royal Orient will transport you to palaces and forts steeped in legends of heroism and chivalry. You will feel the spirituality of an ancient Jain temple city. You will soak your feet in the warm waters of the Arabian Sea and Laze on the beach. You will safari in jungles to see the only lions outside Africa. You will shop for exquisite handicrafts as old as history in shops blaring Michael Jackson music. The Royal Orient has been provided with personalised service that only royalty was privileged with. A cuisine truly fit for kings and queens.

Thirteen coaches and saloons, inspired from mighty kingdoms. A joint venture of the Tourism Corporation of Gujarat Ltd. and the Indian Railways, The Royal Orient promises you seven memorable days and nights. Days and night that you will always remember and cherish. Waking up to see the Aravali range spanning the horizon. Watching the moon lift slowly up through the twilight to glimmer on domes and minarets of a bygone era.

Air-conditioned ambience that keeps the temperature down to 15 degrees. The watering Hole Bar with all your favourite drinks and some new ones too. Running hot and cold water, spacious baths, clean and comfortable cabins, furnished better than many 5-star hotels. Multicuisne restaurants to tickle your taste buds. A library if you're looking for a truly quiet, laid-back time.

Agra
Jaipur
Chandigarh
Shimla
Mussorie
Nainital
Kulu Manali
Haridwar-Rishikesh
Dharamshala
Amritsar-Wagah Border
Vrindavan
Varanasi