The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Limited (IRCTC), a “Navratna” Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, has announced a 10-day spiritual pilgrimage on its Bharat Gaurav Special Tourist Train.
The journey, offering travellers a unique opportunity for spiritual fulfillment, will begin November 5, from Delhi-Safdarjung Railway Station. The yatra will cover some of India’s most revered religious locations, including:
- Gaya: Mahabodhi Temple and Vishnupad Temple
- Puri: Shri Jagannath Temple and Sun Temple (Konark)
- Kolkata: Gangasagar and Kalighat Kali Temple
- Jasidih: Baidyanath Dham
- Varanasi: Kashi Vishwanath Temple
- Ayodhya Dham: Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple
Boarding and destination stations include Delhi-Safdarjung, Mathura Junction, Agra Cantt, Gwalior, Veerangana Lakshmibai, Kanpur, Lucknow, and Ayodhya Cantt.
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Duration and package rates
The journey spans 10 days and 9 nights, with a departure date of November 5 and return on November 14. The package rates, inclusive of GST, are as follows:
- Sleeper (Economy Class): Rs 20,320 | 640 seats
- 3AC (Standard Class): Rs 30,785 | 70 seats
- 2AC (Comfort Class): Rs 38,240 | 50 seats
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What all do passengers get in package?
The package includes confirmed train tickets, all the meals, comfortable double/triple-sharing accommodations, bus transfers for sightseeing, on-train escort, housekeep-ing, security, and paramedical support for a safe, comfortable, and spiritually rewarding experience.
According to IRCTC, the pilgrimage is truly once-in-a-lifetime chance to explore India’s most prestigious religious sites at somewhat affordable rates.
