The Indian Railway

The Indian Railway is one of the most efficient and effective railway systems in the world. Though it is completely notorious for being late, it is still considered to be fantastic. Not only is it cheap, but what better way to see the country? A first class round trip ticket from Delhi to Agra (Taj Mehal) will cost about $60US. This experience is great! When you board your train there will be a news paper and a mineral water waiting for you. After a short while into your trip, a server will come around and serve both chai (tea) and coffee along with biscuits. Shortly after this, breakfast is served. You will always have the option of Veg or Non-Veg. On top of the service, you also see the most magnificent scenery. Just imagine, it's 6:00am and the morning is still crisp. You are staring out your window viewing the golden plains of India where village women are working in the fields, the smell is foreign and weird, you are having a fascinating conversation with an educated business man who wants to discuss Indian economy and you are sipping away at your hot chai. What not a better experience.

The Indian Railway System strives to create an enjoyable, relaxing journey, especially for those who have money. Like anywhere else in the world, India is driven around a class (cast) system. The trains range from sleeper class to first class, each being VERY different extremes. With the sleeper class, you will find an overwhelming number of Indians’ confined to an overly small space. First class you will find a shockingly small number of people spaciously spread through beautiful rooms stocked with bedding, a table, and electrical plug-in. Let me tell you, this is definitely the way to go.

When planning your trip, you can book all your travel destinations online. This is a great enhancement to India tourism because it attracts people beyond just India. Look at me for example, I have used this service several times now and I even refer it to others.

To book online tickets for the Indian Railway, follow this link: India Railway Reservations