This one is a slow, sleepy ride through Assam’s tea country. The scenery might not be that dramatic, but it’s charming in a warm, and beautiful kind of way. The rhythm of the train matches the mood—easy, breezy, and oddly meditative.
These routes may not get travel influencers, but that’s precisely their charm. They aren’t just about where you’re going, they’re about how you get there. With fewer crowds, raw landscapes, and unexpected delights, these journeys will remind you why train travel is still the most romantic way to see India.
So next time you’re itching for adventure, skip the flight, ditch the highway, and board one of these underrated rail rides.
