RAIL MOTOR TOY TRAIN | KALKA - SHIMLA VLOG

RAIL MOTOR TOY TRAIN | KALKA - SHIMLA VLOG Get ready to experience one of the most beautiful railway journeys of your life with Kalka Shimla Toy Train. It is indeed an integral part of every Shimla tour. Offering a pleasant view of the lush green valleys, rugged mountains, waterfalls and pine covered forests, the Kalka Shimla Toy Train invites people to witness the verdant beauty of Himachal Pradesh. Kalka Shimla Toy Train is one of the best modes of transport to explore the rich colonial history of the hill station along with an array of fine-dining restaurants, bars and shops lined up at the edge of the Mall Road and the Ridge. A must-try ride for holidaymakers of all ages, the Kalka Shimla Toy Train passes through more than 100 tunnels and 800 bridges to cover some 60 miles. Built in 1903, this UNESCO World Heritage Site takes you back in time with a display of awe-inspiring landscapes. The scenery you get to see throughout the journey is simply breathtaking! And the best part is that the train makes you forget everything about the destination, thus giving you a lifetime opportunity to travel with a different feeling. History of Kalka Shimla Toy Train When India was under the influence of Britishers, Shimla (earlier called as Simla) was officially declared as the summer capital of the British Empire. During that period, there was no good connectivity to reach Shimla. Whatever route was available, it was risky, dangerous and used to consume a lot of time. So, to provide an easy and quick access to Shimla, Britishers started the Kalka Shimla narrow-gauge train in November 1903. Lord Curzon enjoyed the first train ride and since then, the train has been running on an everyday basis, except for the maintenance breaks in between. Kalka Shimla Toy Train Route The Kalka Shimla Toy Train begins its journey from Kalka railway station, situated in Panchkula district of Haryana. At 656 meters, it takes its first climb and starts covering a track length of 96 km to reach Shimla, which is positioned at an altitude of 6,812 feet amidst the beautiful hills and mystical woods. The most refreshing part of the journey is the experience of overlooking the mesmerizing sights, breathing in the fresh air, basking in the pleasant atmosphere, admiring the lush greenery, dancing to the tunes of birds chirping and grazing around the track. Kalka Shimla Toy Train Services Rail Motor Car Offering one of the most sought-after train journeys in India, the Rail Motor Car is a single coach train that operates from Kalka to Shimla and vice-versa. It is carefully decorated with beautiful tube light fittings and has got a transparent glass rooftop with cushioned chairs, an LCD and air-conditioning. In addition, the seats are quite comfortable and have 2 plug points to charge your mobile phones, laptops or any other device. Having an accommodation capacity of 14 to 18 passengers, the Rail Motor Car also provides an express service with food on its way. For all those who don’t want to get up early for food, the train stops at Barog station for approximately 20 minutes. Here you can enjoy your morning meal at just INR 50, which includes 2 slices of bread, a cup of coffee and butter. There is also an option of choosing an omelette or 2 pieces of cutlet for vegetarians. Make sure to click some pictures here as the station is nice in itself. Shivalik Deluxe Express The Shivalik Deluxe Express luxury Toy Train, equipped with a carpet, large glass windows, plush cushioned seats, upgraded toilets and soothing music offers a pleasant ride from Kalka to Shimla and vice-versa. It is beautifully designed with all wooden work and features wall to wall carpeting with curtains and portraits. Himalayan Queen Also known as a standard train to explore the beauty of the hill-station positioned in Himachal Pradesh, the Kalka Shimla Himalayan Queen Toy Train comes with first and second-class carriages. It runs all 7 days in a week and covers the required distance at a speed of 18 Kmph. The train is equipped with only one chair coach and has standard car seats to offer – to make the journey of the passengers an enjoyable experience. To enjoy the most comfortable train journey of your life, better to go with either the Rail Motor Car or Shivalik Deluxe Express. Unless you’re travelling in a first-class carriage of the Himalayan Queen Toy Train, you might face a few inconveniences like unhygienic toilets, hard bench seats and lack of enough space to keep your luggage. KEEP IN TOUCH Instagram :   / anvichahu5732   #tour #tourguide #shimla #himachal #manali #himachalpradesh #kalka #manali #toytrain #trending #viral #railway #railmotor #shivalik #vlog #travel #travelvlog #support #keepsupporting