In the Footsteps of Indian Independence - From Delhi to Amritsar
13 days
from £3195 pp
The only rail link between the hill town of Shimla and the rest of India, the impressive Kalka-Shimla Railway has been operating for over 110 years. Initially conceived during the mid-19th century, it took another fifty years for construction to begin and a further five years for it to be completed. By that time the town of Shimla had become crucially important to the British Raj – not only was it the headquarters of the British Army but it was also the summer capital of British India – so it was imperative for the town to be connected to the rest of the country. The completion of the railway line was a major engineering feat – the narrow gauge track follows a spectacular winding route traversing 919 curves, 103 tunnels and 864 bridges and takes around 5½ hours to complete. UNESCO protected, a connecting service continues on to the Indian capital Delhi.
13 days
from £3195 pp
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We have many years’ experience in creating tailor-made rail holidays. Whether it’s choosing the best cabin to match your requirements or suggesting unmissable highlights to look out for along the way, we have all the inside knowledge and expertise when planning this type of holiday.