[11] It was certified by the Guinness Book of Records in 1998 as the world's oldest locomotive in regular operation after its restoration to haul a luxury train to increase tourism in Rajasthan.
[13] The train has 44 cabins in 11 coaches named after dynasties which ruled the region: Kadamba, Hoysala, Rashtrakuta, Ganga, Chalukya, Bahamani, Adil Shahi, Sangama, Satavahana, Yadukula and Vijayanagar.
It has two restaurants, a lounge, conference, gym and spa facilities[17] and satellite television, and is India's only train with onboard Wi-Fi connectivity.
[29] Each coach has four cabins (known as chambers or saloons) with twin beds,[30] wall-to-wall carpeting, air-conditioning, satellite television,[31] an intercom, toilets, hot and cold running water and personal attendants.
The journey covers cities such as Delhi, Chittorgarh, Udaipur, Junagarh, Veraval, Somnath, Sasan Gir National Park, Ahmedpur, Mandvi, Palitana, Sarkhej, Ahmedabad, and Jaipur.