Have you ever heard or read the quote, “It’s the journey that matters, not the destination”? We would like to think otherwise. Because when you travel by train, especially in India, the journey and the destination both are equally important. We not only have some of the world’s most scenic […]
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A List Of 10 Historic And Iconic Oldest Railway Stations In India
Indian Railways is one of the oldest, largest, and busiest railway networks in the world. Divided into several zones and divisions, it is also a well-managed network in itself. The many railway stations in India spread across the country are one of the most integral parts of the railways. An […]
7 Places To Experience The True Spirit Of Christmas In India!
Deck the halls with boughs of holly,Fa la la la la, la la la la.‘Tis the season to be jolly,Fa la la la la, la la la la. Winter is coming! And we are all ready to put on our festive hats and sing carols to gear up for one […]
Central, Terminus & Junction: Know All About The Different Types Of Stations In India
What’s in a name? -William Shakespeare Travelling across India by train is a special experience. When you plan a long journey by train you get to spend some quality time with your companions and have a chance to reconnect with them. Moreover, trains are the best mode to travel as […]
7 Picturesque Lakes In India To Add To Your Bucket List
Almost everyone wishes to sit beside a pristine lake, surrounded by lush greenery, and spend some quality time with their loved ones or even themselves. There is something soothing about gazing aimlessly at the still waters of the lake that puts our mind at ease. The cool breeze fluttering about […]
8 Serene Buddhist Monasteries in India to visit by Train
India is a melting pot of cultures and religions since time immemorial. Every region is blessed with people from various religions, communities, and cultures coming together and sharing every aspect of life that they have brought with them to this land. The presence of Buddhist Monasteries in India is a […]
13 Busiest Railway Stations In India That Are Always Bustling And Hustling
“Rail Gaadi, Rail Gaadi, Chhukk Chhukk Chhukk Chhukk… Beech Wale Station Bole, Rukk Rukk Rukk Rukk” Dada Muni Ashok Kumar in Aashirwad We Indians love travelling by train. A train journey holds a soft spot in our hearts and very rightly so. From the yearly commute to our native place […]
Vande Bharat Express and 6 Other Fastest Trains in India That Fulfil Your Need for Speed!
Have you heard about the Vande Bharat Express? Are you excited to travel by one of the fastest trains in India? You may be asking why one would want to travel by train when a quicker alternative – flights are available, right? Well, we are here to tell you why! […]
Partnered with Maharajas’ Express and Golden Chariot as their PSA
It is a moment of great pride for us as Akbartravelsonline is now officially the Preferred Sales Agent (PSA) of two of India’s finest luxury trains – Maharajas’ Express and Golden Chariot! We always strive to offer our clients – YOU, with as many benefits as we can to make […]
List of Frequently Used Indian Railway Abbreviations
When you book train tickets with IRCTC – be it online or offline, there are many details printed on the ticket that can be confusing and misleading. To help you overcome your confusion and make things easier for you, here’s a quick list of all the Indian Railway abbreviations printed […]