It is time to say goodbye to the high mountains.
There are elegant private buses going from Shimla to New Delhi (800 rs oneway) but for me much more interesting option is the narrow-gauge train from Shimla to Kalka. It cost only 16 rupees for 6-hours trip. The problem is that you have to book your seat well in advance or if not available – to come to the station 2-3 hours ahead to get the space.
There are more then 100 tunnels on the way, great views and opportunity to socialize with the fellow Indian travellers.
I landed in Kalka at 8 pm.
Train ticket for the next stage to New Delhi (sleeper class) cost me just 125 rs (2,5 USD). Close to the station I found Amber Hotel to spend the night. And in the morning I had enough time to make a haircut in the local salon (20 rs – 40 cents)! I am in the heat…
