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Fairy Queen

The Fairy Queen train was rolled out for the first time, for East Indian Railway, in the year 1855. It is the oldest steam locomotive in the world. It has been declared as the world's oldest broad gauge working engine by the Guinness Book of World Records. Considering the heritage importance of the Fairy Queen, stopped for some time, it later it has been started again, once a month, from October to February. The Fairy Queen train relives the history, culture and heritage of the places, which fall in its way.

However, this ride is undertaken only during winters. In the summer season, the Rajasthan Fairy Queen is kept in the National Rail Museum in Delhi. The train has only a first class coach that is not air-conditioned, along with a pantry car for on board catering. The train undertakes journey only once a month, during the period of October to February.

Fairy Queen of Rajasthan, India has capacity to take 50 discerning passengers only. It takes tourists on two-day weekend trips from Delhi to Alwar on selected days. Stopping at all the major destinations, Fairy Queen brings you face to face with the splendor and legacy of Rajasthan. After arrival in Alwar, the passengers leave for a short drive to the Sariska National Park. The night stay is at the sanctuary only with theme dinner and performances by folk artists. Throughout the journey, you will get a special treatment that will remind you of the royal past of Rajasthan.

Destinations Covered

Day 1: Delhi/Alwar | Day 2: Alwar/Sariska.

Attraction

Oldest broad gauge working engine by Guinness Book.