One of the most exciting means of transport is Train. Technology developed at a very rapid pace, and from coal or steam-powered trains now you can see the electric powered. But there are some trains in the world which are far more luxurious than today's electric powered trains. Below you will find 15 Most Expensive Trains in the World which people use for trip, vacation, or ceremony. 1. Maharajas’ Express Luxury Train Kind of moving...

The itinerary is rightly named as the ‘Gems of India’ as; it covers the iconic tourism gems of India. Every tourist who plans to enjoy an explicitly luxurious vacation in India would turn to luxury trains. Among the few luxury trains that scale the land, Maharajas’ Express has been voted as the best luxury train of the world, for several times. It is definitely a redefined vacation with Maharajas’ Express Train. Well, what is more...

The legacy of Rajasthan’s luxury and royal past continues today with Maharajas’ Express. By covering the Golden Triangle in Maharajas’ Express, you get to enjoy a spectacular time touring through some of the eminent and emblematic structures of the land, shopping for souvenirs of the fascinating land and an opportunity to experience some of the country’s exclusive activities. Each day is different with the ‘Treasures of India’ itinerary. With just three days in your pocket, the...

If you are looking for a timeless beauty in the name of a train travel, choose to board the historic train of Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. This train has stayed as an icon for luxury train travel with sophistication in every detail starting from black lacquer panels to champagne. Venice Simplon-Orient-Express The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express: London to Venice has set the background for Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express novel. The train is still one of the...

India’s leading luxury train Deccan Odyssey again lifted the title Asia’s Leading Luxury Train successful for the fifth time presented by the World Travel Awards (WTA). Deccan Odyssey, a prestigious luxury train of India by the Maharashtra Government was awarded as Asia’s Leading Luxury Train for the 5th time in a row without losing its trademark in the travel industry of luxury trains. It was recognized continuously five times as the leading luxury train in...

Here are the world’s top 20 luxury trains, equipped with decadence in every corner that is bringing train travel back in vogue. 1. Venice Simplon-Orient-Express This train is probably the father of the concept of luxury train for the masses! No other luxury voyager would evoke a similar sense of romance and adventure as the infamous Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, the setting for Agatha Christie’s famous novel “Murder on the Orient Express” that has also inspired several...

Tejas Express may become India’s first luxury chair car train to be operated by private players. This is an experimental initiative taken by the Indian Railway to test the participation of private sector in this field. Despite huge protests from the railway unions, the railway authorities transferred the operation of two of its trains and are looking forward to the same. The train will operate between Delhi and Lucknow with a single stop at Kanpur....

Everyone dreams of making a journey in the classic luxury trains of India. Are you planning one with Deccan Odyssey? Apart from the official site of the train, there are a number of agents who help you with the booking progress. How to proceed with the booking? Here is everything you will ever need to know about How to Book Deccan Odyssey Train Tickets. Also Read : List of Luxury Trains in the World Peak...

Kolkata Howrah Metro station and the Mahakaran will be connected soon with East-West Line with an underwater train, which would run for one minute under a river. Technically speaking, the train would run in a tunnel, which is built under the riverbed. This will be the country’s first underwater metro train and it will be functioning by 2021. This project is overseen by Kolkata Metro Rail Corporation Limited. The entire route will be 16.6 km...

This is the country’s second addition to the double-decker Uday Express. This train has been added to ease off the busy route between Vijayawada and Visakhapatnam. This is one of the proposed routes for Uday Express’ future plans. It is more than a year since the first Uday Express started between Coimbatore and Bangalore of South India. The train is said to become available for service within a short period of time. The test runs...

Tejas Express is the most awaiting semi-luxury train for many to use its high-end class facilities and amenities. In advance, IRCTC Tejas announced the great news that its fare will be 50% off than that of flights fare on the same route which the trains will go to travel. It’s good news for people who want to enjoy the services of Tejas. Under IRCTC, the two Tejas Express train which set to run in between...

Indian Railways under Piyush Goyal had given approval for operating the private Tejas Express on two routes in India; the Delhi - Lucknow route and the Mumbai - Ahmedabad route. The Ahmedabad - Mumbai Tejas Express is the second private train under IRCTC after the Delhi - Lucknow Tejas Express. After the success of the Delhi - Lucknow route, the department started its venture in the Ahmedabad - Mumbai route too. Ahmedabad - Mumbai Tejas...

It is often said, journeys make a destination worth remembering and it is something that you will relate to if you are in India. The Indian Railways has made it possible to reach every nook and cranny just by riding a train. Train journeys are something very close to our hearts especially when we were kids. Admiring the scenic vistas through the glass window while reading a book is what we all love doing even...

Airplanes are a wonder to the travel industry. Air travel made transportation easier, faster and comfortable. However, there is a certain level of fashion and romance when it comes to train travel, which makes it more interesting and mind-blowing. According to experts, the trains have been more of a vacation-element than air travel. Here are the top 20 reasons to why you should choose trains over flights, whenever possible. 1. Avoid TSA And Queue Air...

Tejas Express Lucknow to Delhi train has been flagged off today (Oct 4, 2019) by UP CM, Yogi Adityanath. The country’s first private train with high-end luxury and comfort is strategically started during festival season to accommodate the increasing crowd in the trains. Over the past few months, the Indian railway department has unveiled only a few pieces of information about the train. Now, the train is on tracks and so is all the required...

Train journeys are not always about the destination. If you are looking to create a spirit of vacation or add a vibrant soul to your journey, the train would do the magic. Train journeys give you a feel of relaxation and excitement, which is nourished by the ever-changing sceneries, comfortable ride and the rhythmic rock-a-bye of the train movement. Not all regions are enriched with train routes. Here are the best countries for train travel...

The iconic grey with the blue design of the Gatimaan Express has slowly become one of the highlights of Indian Railways. With just 12 coaches, this train is designed to run as one of the fastest trains in the country. This train provides semi high-speed service between commercial destinations allowing passengers to attend business in different cities with ease. However, the main aim of this service was to promote tourism. The train provides a 2.5...

On Wednesday, Indian Railways announced a new train, Him Darshan Express, which would run between Shimla and Kalka. The started its maiden journey on Christmas of 2019 carrying 90 passengers from Kalka to Shimla railway station. The train runs with 6 first-class AC coaches with Vista-dome and one coach for first-class chair car and luggage room. During its maiden journey, the train started its trip at 7 am from Kalka railway station and reached Shimla...

Palace on Wheels is one of the prestigious luxury trains in the country that focuses on tourist attractions in Rajasthan and surrounding regions. With decades of satisfied customers and stared rating, Palace on Wheels Luxury Train has another star to add to its profile. Palace on Wheels train has been nominated for PATWA International award under the genre of "Tourist Train of the Year" by Pacific Area Travel Writers Association (PATWA). The official award ceremony...

With great certainty, it can be said that nature is the source of Indian culture. Indeed, be it Indian music, dance, religion, heritage, ancient buildings, India largely derives its inspiration from the Mother Nature. Another such striking example is the cave paintings of India. Dating back to the pre-historic times, Mesolithic period in particular bearing 30,000 years, these paintings exemplify strong affiliations of Indian sentiments to nature. All you need to do is explore the...