Kalka-Shimla Railway

Thanks to a 12-mm-thick glass on the roof and door of the Vistadome, passengers can enjoy a panoramic view of the pristine Himalayas as they travel on the 4+ hour journey.

Look beyond your desktop. Close your laptops. Glance around. And think: When was the last time you took a vacation? Or breathed the cool, crisp mountain air, to be precise? If it was ages ago, then it's time to pack and take one of these awesome mountain railways to reach some of the most picturesque destinations of India. Here's more.