Explore the real India by taking these spectacular train journeys in India

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Explore the real India through breathtaking train journeys. Experience the rich culture, natural beauty, diverse landscapes, and historical wonders on these spectacular rail adventures across India. Know more!


Best Train Journeys in India - Train journeys are always about joy & excitement and when it comes to see India in its true color, there is nothing better than exploring the vibrancy of this nation through Indian Railways. Some of the most enticing train routes are given below.

Being the world’s 8th largest employer, Indian Railways employ nearly 1.4 million people and run almost 18,000 trains across the length and breadth of the country.  You’ll hardly find a person in country who didn’t take a train travel in his or her life. 

Since the very beginning, Indian Railways have engrossed dreamers, fascinated writers, and inspired filmmakers. This is because there’s no other railway like them on this planet. If you’re crazy about train travel, Indian Railways have some amazing routes that are worth your time and money. So, let’s go on a voyage to the most spectacular train journeys of India.



 

# Goa Express - Vasco da Gama (Goa) to Londa (Karnataka)

The picturesque section between Vasco da Gama to Londa is a visual treat for your eyes. The train sails through the majestic sand beaches of Goa. Blessed with innate natural beauty, this stretch gives you a feel of distinctiveness that you won’t find anywhere else.

Bright pink blossoms suspend very close and you can easily reach out and touch them as the train cuts right into the heart of Goan rural settings. On approaching the Western Ghats, the train hustles up through dense jungle, in folding the curves of the mountainside. Keep your eyes open for waterfalls in the distance, which increase as the trees thin and the view turns to deep valleys and peaks. 

 

# Nizamuddin Duronto Express – Pune to New Delhi

One of the fastest non-stop express trains that connect major cities, the Duronto Express from Pune to Delhi reduces six hours of the time any other train takes. It covers a fanciful route with the most diverse topography and the onboard service is above par. From morning till sunset, the train rolls past sparkling rivers, valleys, mountains and villages. The term “Duronto” means "quick" in Bengali – offers delicious meal options included in the ticket price. Moreover, the train is very clean and boasts of new interiors and a sleeker design for reading lights, phone charging points, berths and bottle holders. The added benefit is that the trains are also derailment-proof.

 

# Mandovi Express – Goa to Mumbai

There could be no other fabulous way to experience the beauty of the Western Ghats of India. Nestled between the Sahyadri hills on the east and the Arabian sea on the west, the Konkan Railway runs along the remarkable coastline of Western India. It offers some of the most stunning views of nature-kissed landscapes that are exclusive to this region.

 

# Indian Maharaja Deccan Odyssey – Mumbai To Delhi

The journey on Deccan Odyssey train is rich and royal. Overall, travelling on this train is great to enjoy the view of India. We can acquire the heritage and culture of India through this train journey. The journey begins from Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus in Mumbai. Deccan Odyssey reaches Nasik by the morning after arrival. You can feel the holiness of Godavari Ghats and diverse rituals. Later you can visit the vineyards of Nasik. It is famous for most exquisite collection of vines in India.

Visit Aurangabad and Ajanta Caves followed by Palace Museum in Kolhapur. Eventually, it reaches Goa which if known as a hub of Portuguese style of architecture.

 

# Island Express – Kanyakumari to Trivandrum

Kanyakumari, the southernmost point of India and a holy spot where three oceans meet, is a revered tip to start an adventure on the railways. As the train passes think greenery, closely-packed palm trees and long grassy verges, typical of Kerala, it fills with a cool lemony-green hue. There are lots of spectacular elements that can be viewed while sitting idle in the train.
 

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