About Fairy Queen
India is proud of its special 'Heritage Trains'. The Heritage trains are the best options to explore the legacy of culture and heritage of the region you are traversing in. One such train that breathes through the cultural ethos of India is the Fairy Queen. This 'HeritageTrain has been mesmerizing the voyagers since 1855. Who so ever boards the train never feels like getting off it. The journey by Fairy Queen becomes a memory of a lifetime.

The train has secured its position in Guinness Book of World Records for being the oldest operating locomotive. Also the train has been warded with National Tourism Award. The train runs between Delhi to Alwar and Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary. Fairy Queen is actually a locomotive that drives the two coach train. The train departs from Delhi Cantonment Railway Station every 2nd and 4th Saturdays from October to March.

History of Fairy Queen
The Fairy Queen is proud to be conferred as the oldest broad gauge working engine of world. The Fairy Queen started its journey way back in 1855 shuttling between Howrah and Raniganj stations on the East Indian Railways. and it was Christened as "Fairy Queen" in 1895. For some years its service were stopped in 1908. It got resurrection and started its first commercial journey on 18th July 1997. year 1998 brought glory to the train as it was awarded the Certification of Guinness Book of World Records as the world's oldest working locomotives. Another feather in its cap was the National Tourism Award given by the Prime Minister of India on 25th January 1999 for the most innovative and unique tourism project. Considering its importance for the heritage journeys, the Fairy Queen among the top notch heritage trains of India.

Highlights of Fairy Queen
Air Conditioned Coaches: The train has two Air – Conditioned coaches. As many as 50 passengers can seat in the coaches and pantry car. The passenger coach looks straight into the eyes of the beautiful lounge. It renders a stunning view to the travelers as it traverses through the desert lands of Rajasthan.

Seats and Food: The seats of the train are superbly done. You can simply sit back and relax, forgetting everything else. An icing on the cake is the delectable cuisines served on the train. The luxurious seats and delicious food is the highlight of the journey. However, on-board accommodation provision is not there in Fairy Queen.

Sightseeing: The sightseeing itinerary of the Fairy Queen includes destinations of Delhi and Alwar at Rajasthan. Overnight stay is planned at Hotel Sariska Palace. The key attraction of the tour is the safari in Sariska tiger reserve.