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The Hindu
05-08-2025
- The Hindu
IRCTC's Panch Jyotirlinga Darshan Bharat Gaurav tourist train from Aug. 16
IRCTC has announced an eight-night, nine-day 'Panch Jyotirlinga Darshan' tour aboard the Bharat Gaurav tourist train, departing from Secunderabad railway station on August 16. The pilgrimage will cover Mahakaleshwar and Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga (Nagpur–Ujjain), Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga (Nashik), Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga (Pune) and Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga (Aurangabad). Boarding and de-boarding facilities will be available at key stations along the route, including Secunderabad, Kamareddy, Nizamabad, Dharmabad, Mudkhed, Nanded and Purna. The tour package includes complete travel arrangements, covering both rail and road transport, as well as accommodation and catering services, with breakfast, lunch and dinner provided both on board and off the train. There will be security on train (CCTV cameras), public announcement facility in all coaches, travel insurance and presence of tour managers throughout the travel for assistance. Fare for sleeper is ₹14,700 per person (₹13,700 for child aged 5-11 years), 3AC at 22,900 (₹21,700 for a child) and 2AC at ₹29,900 (₹28,400 for a child). For bookings, one can contact 97013 60701/ 92810 30740/ 92810 30750/ 9281030711 or visit said a press release.
Hans India
02-08-2025
- Hans India
Bharat Gaurav train to cover Saptha Moksha Kshetra Yatra
Vijayawada: Indian Railways' first Bharat Gaurav tourist train South Star Rail announced its 3rd annual Mahalaya Paksha Saptha Moksha Kshetra Yatra to Ujjain – Omkareshwar – Dwaraka – Sidhpur – Mathura – Ayodhya Prayag Raj – Varanasi – Gaya, with a special chance to offer Pinda Daan on the occasion of Mahalaya Amavasya at Gaya during Mahalaya Paksha. According to ancient scriptures and Puranic legends, these destinations are deeply embedded in Sanatana Dharma symbolising a complete spiritual awakening including Ayodhya, Mathura, Kashi, Ujjain, Dwaraka, Gaya, and Matru Gaya. The package will commence on September 9. This train facilitates tourists to board from Gudur, Nellore, Ongole, Chirala, Guntur, Miryalaguda, Nalgonda, Hyderabad, and Kazipet. The total duration of the tour package is 15 days. This Special Tourist Train is well equipped with a variety of amenities, including PA systems for announcements onboard, dedicated coach security and tour managers, travel insurance, hotels, sightseeing and transfers, and unlimited South Indian meals onboard and off board. The tourists may carry only luggage needed for night stay or sightseeing that will make their journey hassle–free. The fares range from 3 AC (Comfort) Rs 45,750, 2 AC (Deluxe) Rs 54,100, and 1 AC (Luxury) Rs 69,500. Tourists can book only by contacting 93550 21516 and to book online they may visit
The Hindu
23-07-2025
- The Hindu
Ambedkar Yatra with ‘Panch Jyotirlinga Darshan' Bharat Gaurav tourist train on Aug.16
IRCTC has announced the eight nights, nine days 'Ambedkar Yatra with Panch Jyotirlinga Darshan' Bharat Gaurav tourist train starting from Secunderabad Railway Station on August 16 and will continue till August 24. The train will cover Mahakaleswar Jyotirlinga and Omkareswar Jyotirlinga at Ujjain, Deeksha Bhoomi Stupa and Shri Swaminarayan Mandir at Nagpur, Janma Bhoomi (Ambedkar's birthplace) at Mhow, Triambakeswar Jyotirlinga at Nasik, Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga at Pune and Grishneswar Jyotirlinga at Aurangabad. Boarding/ de-boarding facility will be provided at important en route stations like Secunderabad, Kamareddy, Nizamabad, Dharmabad, Mudkhed, Nanded and Purna. The fare is ₹14,700 per head for sleeper (₹13,700 for children aged 5-11 years), ₹22,900 for 3AC (₹21,700 for child) and ₹29,900 for 2AC accommodation (₹28,400 for child). The fare includes all travel arrangements, both by rail and road, with 2AC passengers enjoying fully air-conditioned transport throughout. It also covers accommodation, all meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner served both on and off the train), onboard security with CCTV cameras in all coaches, a public announcement system, travel insurance and tour managers available throughout the journey for assistance. For bookings, one can call 9701360701, 9281030712 or 9281030711.
New Indian Express
11-07-2025
- New Indian Express
Railways launches ‘Swarnim Bharat Yatra' to commemorate Independence Day with 10-day heritage tour
NEW DELHI: The Railways has planned to operate a special 'Swarnim Bharat Yatra' tourist train under the Bharat Gaurav scheme, commencing on 14 August from Delhi Safdarjung Railway Station. The 'Swarnim Bharat Yatra' train is aimed at commemorating India's Independence Day with a 9-night, 10-day tour covering key historical and cultural sites associated with India's freedom movement and heritage. The first destination of the 'Swarnim Bharat Yatra' is Ahmedabad's Sabarmati Ashram, one of the key centres of Mahatma Gandhi's freedom movement. Following this, the train will visit the intricate 15th-century Adalaj Stepwell and continue with a day trip to Modhera, known for its ancient Sun Temple, and Patan – home to the UNESCO-listed Rani Ki Vav. In Kevadia, Gujarat, travellers will witness the iconic Statue of Unity, the tallest statue in the world, along with the Sardar Sarovar Dam. The journey then proceeds to Pune, where the Aga Khan Palace – a landmark of the Quit India Movement – and sacred sites such as the Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga await. In Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Aurangabad), tourists will explore the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of the Ajanta and Ellora Caves, along with the Ghrishneshwar Jyotirlinga. The tour concludes with visits to Jhansi Fort and the historic temples and palaces of Orchha, before returning to Delhi. The Deluxe AC Tourist Train has a composition of First AC, Second AC, and Third AC classes, accommodating 150 tourists with modern amenities such as dining cars, shower cubicles, sensor-based washrooms, foot massagers, and CCTV-enabled security, with boarding facilities available at Delhi Safdarjung, Gurgaon, Rewari, Ringas, Phulera, and Ajmer. The Railways said that the IRCTC has fixed the tour prices at Rs 71,585 (3AC), Rs 81,675 (2AC), Rs 94,845 (1AC Cabin), and Rs 1,01,430 (1AC Coupe), which includes train travel, three-star hotel accommodation, vegetarian meals, transfers, sightseeing in an AC vehicle, insurance, and IRCTC tour manager services.
India Gazette
11-07-2025
- India Gazette
Swarnim Bharat Yatra: A train journey to commemorate India's freedom struggle
New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): A special 'Swarnim Bharat Yatra' tourist train under the Bharat Gaurav scheme will depart on August 14, 2025, from Delhi Safdarjung Railway Station, commemorating India's Independence Day. The 9-night and 10-day tour will cover key historical and cultural sites associated with India's freedom movement and heritage, said the release. The first destination of 'Swarnim Bharat Yatra' is Ahmedabad, home to Sabarmati Ashram, a key center of Mahatma Gandhi's freedom movement, and the intricate 15th-century Adalaj Stepwell. It continues with a day trip to Modhera, known for its ancient Sun Temple, and Patan, home to the UNESCO-listed Rani Ki Vav. In Kevadia. Travellers will witness the iconic Statue of Unity, the tallest statue in the world, and the Sardar Sarovar Dam. The journey then moves to Pune, where the Aga Khan Palace, a Quit India Movement landmark, and sacred sites like Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga await. At Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar or Aurangabad, tourists shall explore the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Ajanta and Ellora Caves, along with Ghrishneshwar Jyotirlinga. At last, the tour will conclude with visits to Jhansi Fort and the historic temples and palaces of Orchha, before returning to Delhi. The Deluxe AC Tourist Train offers 1st AC, 2nd AC, and 3rd AC classes, accommodating 150 tourists with modern amenities such as dining cars, shower cubicles, sensor-based washrooms, foot massagers, and CCTV-enabled security. Boarding is available from Delhi Safdarjung, Gurgaon, Rewari, Ringas, Phulera, and Ajmer. Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has fixed the tour prices at Rs 71,585 for 3AC, Rs 81,675 for 2AC, Rs 94,845 for 1AC Cabin, and Rs 1,01,430 for the 1AC Coupe. The package includes train travel, a three-star hotel stay, vegetarian meals, transfers, sightseeing in AC vehicle, insurance, and IRCTC tour manager services. (ANI)
