HERITAGE TRAINS
Heritage Trains of India
The narrow-gauge mountain railways that have carried passengers through India's hills for over a century.
Darjeeling Himalayan Railway
The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, popularly known as the Darjeeling Toy Train, is one of India's most famous heritage railways. Its narrow-gauge line climbs from the plains of West Bengal to Darjeeling through loops, sharp curves and zigzag reverses.
Nilgiri Mountain Railway
The Nilgiri Mountain Railway is a historic metre-gauge mountain railway climbing from Mettupalayam to Ooty through the Nilgiri Hills. It is famous for its steep gradients and distinctive rack-and-pinion system.
Kalka–Shimla Railway
The Kalka–Shimla Railway is a historic narrow-gauge mountain railway famous for its tunnels, bridges, sharp curves and scenic journey into the Himalayan foothills.
Matheran Light Railway
The Matheran Light Railway is a narrow-gauge heritage line connecting Neral with the hill station of Matheran in Maharashtra's Western Ghats.
Kangra Valley Railway
The Kangra Valley Railway is a historic narrow-gauge railway running through the scenic Kangra Valley of Himachal Pradesh toward Joginder Nagar.
Fairy Queen Heritage Steam Train
Fairy Queen is an iconic steam locomotive built in 1855 and preserved as one of the most important working examples of India's early railway heritage.
Palace on Wheels
Palace on Wheels is India's pioneering luxury tourist train, designed to recreate the atmosphere of royal railway travel while touring Rajasthan's palaces, forts and historic cities.
Deccan Odyssey
Deccan Odyssey is a luxury tourist train created to showcase the heritage, landscapes and cultural destinations of Maharashtra and other regions of India.
The Golden Chariot
The Golden Chariot is South India's luxury tourist train, combining modern luxury with design influences from the historic dynasties and architectural heritage of Karnataka.
Maharajas' Express
Maharajas' Express is a premium luxury tourist train operated by IRCTC that combines royal-inspired railway travel with visits to India's major historical and cultural destinations.