Udhagamandalam-Coonnor, Nilgiri Mountain Railway

Amazing railway track laid during the British era, the Udhagamandalam-Coonoor railway line in Tamil Nadu is one of the most celebrated tracks in India. Though it is a short trek of 26km, the experience it offers to the passengers can hardly be compared to any other track in the country.

Within this short distance, the track passes through more than 200 curves and around 16 tunnels. Running on the ‘ABT Rack and Pinion’ system, this serene and enchanting train route offers the most promising views of Ooty and its nearby attractions.

Guwahati-Lumding, Northeast Frontier Railway

Laid during the late 1900s, the Guwahati-Lumding railway track is often referred as one of the most enthralling tracks in India. Originating from Guwahati, the capital city of Assam, it is one of the proud tracks of Northeast Frontier Railways.

Sharing its history with the pre-independence era, the track was laid with the sole purpose of transporting the tea leaves from different parts of Assam. Though this adventurous journey can be completed with trains like Jan Shatabdi, Dibrugarh Express, Inter City Express and several others, the fun and excitement of the journey remains the same, and takes around 3 hours to complete. However, one can enjoy indian train journeys along with there family and friends.

Ratnagiri-Madgaon-Honnavar-Mangalore, Konkan Railway

If you want to enjoy the pristine and untouched beauty of the nature, you must take a ride on the Konkan Railway that runs through Ratnagiri-Madgaon-Honnavar-Mangalore. Running along the coastal regions of the mighty Arabian Sea and the gracious Sahyadri Hills, this 741km track passes through three different Indian states: Maharashtra, Goa and Karnataka.

While most of the route is jotted with lush greeneries, enchanting views of waterfalls and exhilarating bridges, the single-line track is truly an engineering marvel and makes it for a must experience train journey in India.

Jalpaiguri-Darjeeling, Darjeeling Himalayan Railway

This route is indeed one of the most popular tracks in the country. And in case, you feel you are not yet familiar with it, just recall popular Bollywood movies like ‘Aradhana’, ‘Parineeta’ or ‘Barfi’! Originating from Jalpaiguri in West Bengal, though this 78km track was laid during the British era, it still entices its lovers.

Running alongside the famous Hill Cart Road, a journey through this narrow gauge line is in fact the best way to witness, discover and enjoy the eternal beauty of Darjeeling. During the course, it takes its passengers through several loops; the Batasia Loop being the most prominent, local markets, waterfalls, lush mountains and enthralling zigzags.

Kalka-Shimla, Himalayan Queen

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   The Kalka-Shimla route on the Himalayan Queen is a must for people who seek thrill and excitement. Passing through 102 tunnels and over 82 bridges, this pictorial route also entices the nature lovers and the usual holidayers to Shimla.
   Completing a circuit of 96km, this rustic yet appealing railway track was founded in 1903 and holds all the charm to captivate its passengers! It has been declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2008.