It will depart from Yoganagari Rishikesh railway station in the Moradabad division on May 22 and run until June 2.
The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has unveiled a special tour package. Known as the Bharat Gaurav tourist train package, it offers you the opportunity to visit all 7 Jyotirlingas at the same time. This special train is for everyone, offering seats in economy, standard, and comfort classes. It will depart from Yoganagari Rishikesh railway station in the Moradabad division on May 22 and run until June 2. Passengers will visit all 7 Jyotirlingas, including Somnath, during this journey. Travellers will be able to visit Omkareshwar, Mahakaleshwar, Somnath, Bhent Dwarka, Dwarkadhish Temple, Nageshwar, Trimbakeshwar, Gharaneshwar, and Bhimashankar Jyotirlingas. This train has a total of 767 berths, with 49 seats in second AC, 70 seats in third AC, and 648 seats in sleeper class.
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The train will stop at several stations including Yog Nagari Rishikesh, Haridwar, Moradabad, Bareilly Shahjahanpur Hardoi, Lucknow, Kanpur, Orai, Veerangana Laxmibai, Jhansi, and Lalitpur railway stations. Passengers can board and disembark at these stations.
The package tour spans 11 nights and 12 days, from May 22 to June 2. It includes breakfast, vegetarian dinner, and transportation via both AC and non-AC buses.
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Here are the package prices for different classes:
Economy Class Sleeper Class:
Price for 1 to 3 persons: Rs 22,150 per person
Price per child (5 to 11 years): Rs 20,800
Includes stay in non-AC hotels, shared wash and change facilities, and non-AC transport.
Standard Class III:
Price for 1 to 3 persons: Rs 36,700 per person
Price per child (5 to 11 years): Rs 35,150
Includes stay in non-AC hotel, bus transportation, and non-AC transport.
Comfort AC Second Class:
Package prices: Rs 48,600 and Rs 46,700
Selected candidates can select a monthly instalment payment plan.
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Ajit Kumar Sinha, the Chief Regional Manager, has announced news for those interested in visiting the Jyotirlingas. The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation is running the Bharat Gaurav Train. Bookings for this package will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Alongside, you have the option to pay in monthly instalments of Rs 1,074. This payment option is offered by both government and non-government banks listed on IRCTC Water. To book your trip, simply visit www.irctctourism.com.