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Rajdhani Express was introduced in 1969 for providing high-speed connections (up to 140 km/h / 87 mph, speed varies depending upon the particular track section) from various railway stations in the capital city of New Delhi to the capital cities of various states in India (or, in certain cases, prominent cities within the state the train serves

These trains have higher priorities on the Indian railway network and are fully air-conditioned. The passengers are provided with complimentary meals during the journey.

Depending on the timings of the train, lunch, high tea, dinner, morning tea and breakfast are served. Almost all of these trains offer three classes of accommodation; First Class AC with 2 or 4 berth lockable bedrooms, Second Class AC 2-tier with open system berths (bays of 4 berths + 2 berths on the side) but provided with curtains for privacy, Second Class AC 3-tier (bays of 6 berths + 2 berths on the side) with no privacy curtains.

Currently there are 15 pairs of Rajdhani Express trains, connecting New Delhi to Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Bhubaneshwar, Bilaspur, Chennai, Guwahati/Dibrugarh, Ranchi, Kolkata, Jammu, Mumbai, Patna, Secunderabad and Thiruvananthapuram.

These trains have fewer stops than other express trains which are generally prominent cities of any state like Allahabad, Lucknow, Kanpur, Bhopal, Jaipur etc. Some cities have more than one Rajdhani Express serving them. Kanpur and Mughal Sarai (near Varanasi) are served by the maximum number of Rajdhani Express trains (6 each).

The Rajdhani Express, India's super fast, fully air-conditioned, deluxe train gives you the unique opportunity of experiencing the Indian railways at its best. Afternoon snacks and tea are offered after the train begins its journey.

After an Indian dinner, soft music and the train's rhythmic monvemment will lull you you to sleep. The train links New Delhi (the capital or Rajdhani) to Indias major cities.

Rajdhani Express Train Major Destinations

New Delhi

The capital of India, New Delhi is a sprawling modern metropolis. Places of interest include the walled city of Old Delhi, Chandni Chowk, the Red Fort, Jama Masjid, the impressive Rashtrapati Building, the Old Fort, Humayun's Tomb, the Qutb Minar and Tughlakabad Fort.

Kolkata (Calcutta)

Historically, culturally and intellectually vibrant, Calcutta the gateway city of eastern India, despite its crowds, is an amazing experience. Places of interest include the Fort William, the Victoria Memorial and its museum, St.Paul's Cathedral and the Raj Bhawan. Across the banks of the River Hooghly are Belur Math and the Dakshineshwar Temple. Diamond Harbour, where the Ganga meets the sea, is 51 kms from Calcutta.

Mumbai (Bombay)

A fusion of the ultra modern and traditional land India's glamorous answer to Hollywood, Mumbai is also the country's powerhouse, industrial heartland and economic nerve centre. The interesting places to visit in Mumbai include the famous Marine Drive, the Gateway of India, the Afghan Church, Hutama Chowk, Mahalakshmi Temple, Nehru Planetarium, Victoria Terminus and the famous Elephanta rock-cut caves.

Chennai (Madras)

Rajdhani Express, Luxury Train TourChennai, a modern metropolis, is the most convenient point of entry for South India and a fascinating cente for the arts. The places of interest include Fort St.George, St.Mary's Church, Kapaleeswarar Temple, Parthasarathy Temple, San Thome Basilica, the Government Museum and Valluvar Kottam. The broad sandy shore of the Marina Beach is the ideal place for an evening stroll.

Bangalore

Bangalore, 'the garden city' city India, is also one of Asia's fastest growing urban centres. Places of interest include the Bangalore Palace, Tipu Sultan's Fort and Palace, the Lal Bagh Gardens with its Glass House, Cubbon Park, the Bull Temple, the Vidhana Soudha and Venkatappa Art Gallery. The centrally located Ulsoor Lake, is dotted with picturesque and tiny islands.

Hyderabad

The 400 year old metropolis, Hyderabad is the capital of Andhra Pradesh. Hyderabad's rich past tfinds expression not only in its marvelous monuments, also in its language, food, customs and etiquette. Some fo the places of interest here are the Char Minar, Mecca Masjid, Golconda Fort, Publc Gardens and Birla Temple.