IRCTC has introduced a special tour package for devotees to visit seven Jyotirlingas via the Bharat Gaurav train. The journey is planned for 11 nights and 12 days, starting from June 12, 2026. This package aims to make religious travel easier and more affordable for the general public.
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What are the tour costs and facilities?
The tour offers different travel classes to suit various budgets. Passengers can choose between Sleeper, 3AC, and 2AC options. The package includes essential services like vegetarian meals, hotel stays, bus transfers for local sightseeing, a tour guide, and travel insurance. For convenience, an EMI option is available starting from ₹847.
| Class | Price | Seat Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeper | ₹ 24,100 | 492 |
| 3AC | ₹ 40,890 | 210 |
| 2AC | ₹ 54,390 | 49 |
Which Jyotirlingas will be covered and where to board?
The train will take devotees to seven sacred sites including Omkareshwar, Mahakaleshwar, Somnath, Nageshwar, Jyechchykeshwar, Ghushneshwar, and Bhimashankar. The journey starts from Rishikesh, and several other stations are available for boarding.
- Rishikesh and Haridwar
- Moradabad and Bareilly
- Shahjahanpur and Hardoi
- Lucknow and Kanpur
- Jhansi and Lalitpur
Bookings are open through the IRCTC Tourism website and the package is LTC approved for eligible employees.