An experience not to be. Issued, great to mix with the locals, scenery is absolutely stunning! We only went halfway though as it is an arduous journey

I travelled on the Kalka-Shimla toy train 4 years ago (but from Shimla to Kalka) and found it so much fun, finally managed to talk my husband into coming along! Fabulous journey, through the wonderful countryside, seeing the different flora and fauna as you ascend/descend, trying to anticipate the tunnels and bridges to get some nice photos, all good fun!... More

Excellent views and good snacks served ... you should do this trip once from Kalka to Shimla if you are goinf to Himachal

It was a great way to see the gorgeous scenery, but if you are in the Himalayan Queen train, be aware that the seats feel a bit hard after the first 3 or 4 hours! Some other trains seemed to have softer seats. Still, definitely worth doing - a historic railway with great views, and on the Himalayan Queen you... More

Took the railway for an hour just to experience the ride having heard much about the 100+ tunnels. The tunnels were not much of an excitment (except for the first few which gets boring after a while). The view was spectacular. I suggest a maximum of 2 hours would be sufficient to experience and appreciate the scenic view of the... More

Don't go till the end. It took 6 hours for a 2 hour journey. No food available, you have to get food from stations. If necessary to travel in this train, just pack food for all of you.

Kalka Shimla toy train is a wonder of wheels. So many tunnels, winding path and beautiful view The great history behind it is more mesmerising. Comfortable ride Opt for the better train like shivalik rather then the passenger one I was in a hurry and went for the passenger train the crowd was rude and pathetic. Its better to book... More

Oh! the views while this little train goes meandering past hills and valleys and deodar trees. I traveled on this while sitting on the doorway. It was way better than sitting inside. And the cute little stations that come in the way - this train is nothing but a joy ride!

It takes around 5.30 hrs and you will get bored as the train is with very small seats and you wont be able to stretch your legs due to space congestion. Also most of the portions of the train is rusted and you wont dare to touch them. Unfortunately the toilets were very small and were in very pathetic condition,... More