By Pritha Banerjee (04thMarch, 2008)
Wide windows of railway coach undoubtedly offers best views of changing
landscape than any mode of transport. Rail journeys always lure travelers
because of its age old charm and uniqueness. Following the railway track is
always a scintillating experience wherever you go or whatever you do. Though
it is not an adventure sort of thing but laid back on the side of window and
slump to the vivid landscape won’t make you bore for a moment.
Below I have listed some of the best rail journeys around the world thats
mesmerizing, amazing and experience of a lifetime.
1)
Canadian Rockies – Just chug into the exquisite
Canadian railway and experience the glory of nature. Canadian Rockies
fulfill any outdoor fantasy in a most luxurious way. Explore the virgin
wilderness,snow capped peak and blue crystalline lakes, it passes all the
imaginable natural beauty. The rail journey starts from Vancouver and offers
a week long trip through the heart of some of the mighty mountain peaks and
beautiful park. It passes through Canadian largest national park –
Jasper, Columbia Icefields and some of the highest waterfalls on earth.
2)
Coast Starlight ( United States Of America) - California
coasts, mountains and cities are one of the best scenic beauties in the
world. Coast Starlight is valuable express that starts from Seattle and roam
around some of the best places in United States. It travel through Olympia,
Portland, beautiful Klamath Falls, San Francisco, Santa Barbara, and Los
Angeles. Stop at lush Cascades, Big Sur and Monetary Peninsula.
3)
Darjeeling Toy Train (India) – The launch point of
earliest Everest expeditions, Darjeeling has a rich climbing history. the
small town in the state of West Bengal in India is situated at the height of
7,034 feet. One of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, 125 year old Darjeeling
Himalayan railway is is 19th century steam engine run passenger 55 miles
from New Jalpaiguri to Darjeeling. Passing through some of the best scenic
Himalayan view and if you are lucky enough you can also get a glimpse of
world third highest peak that is mount Kanchenzonga.
4)
Cuzco To Machu Picchu (Peru) – Only one train with
toilets the train is no no for any luxury loving traveler. It is a short
distance from Cuzco to Machu Picchu and the best possible way to reach one
of the wonders of the world. The journey starts from the capital of Cuzco at
the height of 11000 feet, three hours mind-boggling experience of cranky
route to Machu Picchu via Andes ranges. After reaching there you will be
coming down slowly to the city Rio Urubamba surrounding by greenery all
around.
5)
The Palace On Wheel (India) – The height of luxury-
after seeing the royal sobriquet you will surely justified the name. The
train starts from Indian capital New Delhi passing through some of the royal
kingdoms of Rajasthan, visiting eight cities in seven days witnessing desert
towns, forts and beautiful palaces. Also train stop at Ranthambore National
Park, a 400 square kilometers of forest and waterfalls and off course Royal
Bengal Tiger. Coming back to Delhi it stops to guess where? The most
exquisite monument of love- Taj Mahal in Agra.
Indian Rail Tours
Fairy Queen
Palace on Wheels
Royal Orient India
India Toy Trains
