Palace on Wheels, a luxury train, will soon become the first train in the world which will play host to wedding ceremonies.
The bookings for the weddings will start from September onwards, said officials.
The Rajasthan Tourism Department is unveiling a unique way to promote destination weddings by offering the Palace on Wheels, one of the world’s most luxurious trains, as an exclusive wedding venue. This initiative by the Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation (RTDC) aims to position Rajasthan as the premier destination for opulent weddings.
The Palace on Wheels, known for its grandeur and luxury, will now host destination weddings, providing couples with the opportunity to celebrate their special day in unparalleled style. Alongside the wedding, couples can also enjoy pre and post-wedding photo shoots on the train, capturing memories in a truly majestic setting.
Officials said that the train, due to its high cost rates, has a huge occupancy of foreign travellers, however, with wedding openings, it will open up to a new market segment which includes Bollywood community, Indian business community and others who have been exploring new wedding destinations.
This will also help in generating revenue for the state.
The Tourism Department is working diligently to develop facilities that meet global standards at all tourist destinations across Rajasthan. This effort is designed to attract more foreign tourists and encourage domestic tourists to explore the state. With 75% of India’s heritage properties located in Rajasthan, the state is a prime choice for destination weddings.
The wedding rates will be decided depending on the distance between the venues.
“Bookings have to be made in advance for weddings, ” said Pradeep Bohra, director, palace on wheels, adding that the costs will be decided depending on distance. For example, if someone wants to travel from Delhi to Jaipur or Sawai Madhopur, charges will be fixed accordingly on the basis of per person.”
The initiative to offer the Palace on Wheels as a wedding venue is set to redefine destination weddings in Rajasthan. This luxurious train, coupled with the state’s rich cultural heritage and world-class facilities, ensures that couples can celebrate their special day in unmatched style and splendor. As Rajasthan continues to develop its tourism infrastructure, the state is poised to become the ultimate destination for fairy tale weddings.