From june 21, irctc has run the first such train of the country which will go to foreign soil. Departing from Delhi's Safdarjung railway station, this train named Bharat Gaurav Tourist will take the passengers to Janakpur in nepal while undertaking 'Shri Ramayana Yatra'. This train with a total of 600 seats will pass through 12 major cities of 8 states. Its fare has been fixed at Rs 62370/- per seat.
People are surprised to know its facilities, beauty and rent. Of course, Bharat Gaurav train is the first train to go to foreign land, but there are many such trains in our own country which are not less than 5 star hotels moving in themselves. Talk about their facilities or their rental, they will surprise you in every respect.
So let's know about some of the country's most luxurious and expensive trains:
Royal rajasthan on Wheels
The luxury train run by rajasthan Tourism and indian Railways is no less than Royal rajasthan on Wheels Five Star Hotel. This train is known for its amenities and majestic elegance. This train starts its journey from New delhi and travels to Rajasthan's tourist destinations Jodhpur, Chittorgarh, Udaipur, Ranthambore and jaipur as well as Khajuraho in madhya pradesh and agra in Uttar Pradesh as well as Varanasi. This royal train also has a store, salon, lounge bar, LCD tv, AC, bedroom, gym, spa and bar. The fare on this train is astonishing. For its ticket, you will have to spend at least Rs 3,63,300. By the way, the ticket fare in this train is up to Rs 7,56,000.
Palace On Wheels
- As the name suggests, this train is like a palace running on wheels. It is considered one of the most luxury trains in the world. This train is equipped with all the amenities of modern life, giving the feeling of the palace on the go. It consists of 2 dining rooms, restaurant, bar and salon. The name of this train is also included in the most luxury trains run by indian Railways. Running from the capital of the country, delhi, this train provides darshan to agra, Bharatpur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Udaipur, Chittorgarh, Sawai Madhopur and Jaipur. Talking about the fare of this train, it starts from Rs 5,23,600 to Rs 9,42,480.
Maharajas Express
Maharaja Express is said to be the most expensive and luxury train of India. Every indian dreams of traveling in this train that makes its name meaningful. Bar, lounge and LCD tv are available in this train along with a large dining room. Luxury bathrooms are also built in this train with internet facility. Facility is available on the phone in this train which travels from the capital delhi to agra, Varanasi, jaipur, Ranthambore, jaipur and Mumbai. Talking about its rental, its minimum fare is Rs 5,41,023. On the other hand, if its presidential suite is booked, then it has to be paid up to Rs 37,93,482.
Deccan Odyssey
Deccan Odyssey, one of the most luxurious trains in the world, is run by the indian Railways. The train, which offers views of Maharashtra, rajasthan and Gujarat, is blue in color and has 21 luxury coaches with a 5-star hotel, two restaurants, computers, internet bars and a business center. A minimum of Rs 5,12,400 and a maximum of Rs 11,09,850 have to be spent for its ticket.
The Golden Chariot
As the name of The Golden Chariot suggests, it is like a golden chariot. Not only in india but the Golden Chariot train, which is one of the most luxurious trains in the world, is jointly run by the indian Railways and the government of Karnataka. This train provides darshan of Karnataka, Kerala, tamil Nadu, puducherry and goa in South India. Awarded as Asia's Leading Luxury train by the World Travel Awards in 2013, the minimum fare for this train is Rs 3,36,137 and the maximum one has to pay is Rs 5,88,242.
Mahaparinirvan Express
This luxury special train travels around Buddhist India. Its journey goes along with the halt of Lord Buddha. A package of 7 days is given in this train. For its first class ticket, Rs 75000 and for second class have to pay Rs 60000.
Royal Oriental Train
Known as India's oldest and luxury train, this train was started during the british Raj. Running from 1855 AD, this train runs from delhi and visits every major city of rajasthan and Gujarat. Its ticket cost is Rs 8000 per day.
Fairy queen Express
This train is perfect for short journeys. This train travels from delhi to Alwar. The fare for its 2 day journey is Rs 11000.
Panj Takht Darshan Train
This train, which runs for the religious philosophy of the Sikh community, visits the five main Gurudwaras of the country. This train going from delhi to amritsar shows a glimpse of punjabi culture. Its fare is up to 15000/-.