Many of us prefer the trains in India when we want to plan a budget trip or when we want to visit a destination that is not directly connected by flight. Many also prefer the train journey as it gives a lot of opportunity to mingle with the locals, and meet new people.
But there are few trains in India that should be on your luxury bucket list. They will make you feel like royalty, and offer the best amenities on tracks.
Here are some train journeys that you should not miss in India.
The Oldest Luxury Train In India
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The Fairy Queen Express from Delhi to Alwar and back, is one of the oldest trains providing luxury train journeys in India. Powered by the oldest serving steam locomotive built in around 1855, Fairy Queen maintains the old world charm. Having received the National Tourism Award, and a mention in the Guinness Book of World Record, it definitely tops the list of luxury trains in India.
Route- Delhi-Alwar- Sariska-Alwar-Delhi
Runs on 2nd and 4th Saturday from October to March.
Ride The Golden Chariot
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You can discover southern India like a royalty on this train. Launched in 2008, it is known for its impeccable hospitality. There is a mini-gym, ayurvedic spa, multicuisine restaurants and many other luxurious facilities. It was also awarded as ‘Asia’s Leading Luxury Train’ in the year 2013.
Route- Bangalore – Kabini – Mysore – Hassan – Hampi – Badami – Goa – Bangalore
Runs from October to March
Exploring Royal Rajasthan
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What better way to explore the Rajputana galore than the Royal Rajasthan on Wheels. The 14 luxury cabins are modelled on palace rooms, with restaurants, bars and spas. In each city, it stops for a day, taking the travellers around the sites, before taking the royal chug to the next city. It covers delights like the Mehragarh Fort in Jodhpur to Ranthambhore National Park in Sawai Madhopur.
Route- Delhi – Jodhpur – Udaipur – Chittorgarh – Sawai Madhopur – Jaipur – Khajuraho – Varanasi – Agra – Delhi
Runs from October to March
The Deccan Odyssey
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You can travel through the architectural and natural splendours of Maharashtra and Gujarat on the Deccan Odyssey. This train even has a coach for conferences, apart from other luxurious amenities.
It offers different routes like the Konkan route covering Mumbai, Kolhapur and Goa, and the Karnataka route that covers Hampi, Badami and Bijapur among other destinations.
Runs from October to April
Experience Delhi Like The Rulers
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The Orient Express is actually an echo back to the ages, when the rulers and officers would explore the places around Delhi. The opulent cabins, the royal furnishings and the hospitality will take you back in time.
Route- Delhi – Chittorgarh/Udaipur -Junagarh/Veraval- Sasan Gir/Dilwara – Palitana- Sarkhej- Ahmedabad- Jaipur- Delhi
Runs throughout the year.
So, plan your royal journeys in advance and book tickets on these most luxurious trains in India.
