Bharat Gaurav Trains

Maa Kamakhya Darshan with Parshuram Kund (EZBG12)

IRCTC Ltd. Proposes to run ” Maa Kamakhya Darshan with Parshuram Kund 7N/8D” tour package by Bharat Gaurav Tourists train in 3AC & SL classes, covering the sightseeing place of Tinsukia (Parshuram Kund, Golden Pagoda) & Guwahati (Bhimasankar Dham Jyotirlinga, Maa Kamakhya Darshan). All these places leave a powerful spiritual and emotional impact on pilgrims.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Tour name	MAA KAMAKHYA DARSHAN WITH PARSHURAM KUND 7N/8D
Duration	07 Nights/ 08 Days
Tour Date	05.01.2024 – 12.01.2024
Tour / Train Itinerary	Tinsukia (Parshuram Kund, Golden Pagoda) & Guwahati (Bhimasankar Jyotirlinga Dham, Maa Kamakhya Temple)
Boarding / de-boarding	JYG – MBI – DBG – SPJ – BJU – SHC – JBN – ARR – PRNA – KIR – BOE – AUB – TKG – SGUJ – NTSK – KYQ AND BACK
No. of seats	756 (SL: 546, 3AC: 210)

TOUR PRICE (Per person price in Indian Rupees inclusive of GST):

Category	Per pax package cost
Economy	Rs. 11080.00
Standard	Rs. 18360.00
Comfort	Rs. 19940.00

Note: Indian Railways is providing approximately 33% concession for promotion of rail tourism under Bharat Gaurav Train scheme. The above price is inclusive of the concession.

Destinations and visits covered:

• Tinsukia: Parshuram Kund, Golden Pagoda
• Guwahati: Bhimasankar Dham Jyotirlinga, Maa Kamakhya Darshan

NOTE: Seat/Coach details & actual train boarding time will be informed 02 days prior to departure and allocation of lower berth is not guaranteed.

IMPORTANT NOTE: COVID-19 fully vaccination certificate is compulsory for temple darshan and sightseeing of monuments. All passengers should carry vaccination certificate in hard copy or in phone during the duration of tour.

Package Inclusions:

• Train Journey, Night Stay, Wash & Change and Transport will be provided as under:
• All meals: morning tea, breakfast lunch and dinner (vegetarian only).
• Travel insurance for the passengers.
• Services of professional and friendly tour escorts.
• Security on train
• IRCTC Tour Managers will travel throughout the tour for necessary assistance.
• All applicable Taxes.

Package Exclusions:

• Monument entry charges, Boating, adventure sports etc.
• Meals are pre-set and a choice of menu is not available.
• Any room service will be chargeable extra.
• Cost of sightseeing, entrance and local guides etc. not included in the itinerary.
• All kind of tips to drivers, waiters, guides, representative, Fuel Surcharge, etc.
• Any expenses of personal nature such as laundry expenses, wines, mineral water, food and drinks not in the regular menus provided by us.
• Anything not included in the inclusions.

Cancellation Policy:

No. of days before commencement of Trip*	Total Deductions
Up to 15 days (excluding departure date)	Rs. 250 /- per passenger
Up to 8-14 days (excluding departure date)	25 % of the package cost
Up to 4-7 days (excluding departure date)	50 % of the package cost
Less than 4 days	100 % of the package cost

Terms and Conditions:

Important Note:

• All Guests are requested to carry Voter ID/Aadhar Card & Covid-19 final dose certificate with them.
• Some of the hotels in the selected locations may not be having lift facilities.
• Itinerary is tentative and can be changed or modified subject to smooth and timely running of Train. The final Timing will be based on the Train order received from the railways.
• Operation of Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train is subject to minimum number of passengers booked.
• IRCTC has right to alter itinerary under unavoidable circumstances and is not liable for any type of natural calamities/ strikes/ cancellation/ delay of train/ insurgency of any such nature which is beyond control during the tour period.
• Operation of Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train is subject to minimum number of passengers booked.
• Passengers before boarding the train should ensure the proper check-up of their body/ health from their Doctor in order to be fit for travelling, IRCTC will not be responsible for any mishap due to unfit condition/ health problem such as restlessness/ anxiety/ Unusual breathing problem of Asthmatic clients/ any other physical problems and Natural Death of the passengers.

DO’S & DON’T:

Please go through the following points to make your journey better and comfortable:

• Installation & use of Aarogya Setu App. by all (Staff & tourists).
• Tourist should wear face mask and hand gloves.
• Practice frequent hand washing with soap (for at least 40 – 60 seconds) even when hands are not visibly dirty. Use of alcohol – based hand sanitizers (for at least 20 seconds) can be made wherever feasible.
• Luggage should be disinfected at reception /boarding point.
• Tourists are advised to avoid touching their eyes, nose and mouth with their hands.
• All tourists have a abide to the mandatory health advisories issued by the States / local administration which they are visiting.
• Tourist should avoid using other tourist’s phone, water bottle, umbrella etc. as much as possible.
• Social distancing to be followed during boarding/de-boarding of train /any other transport, monuments & pilgrim places visit group lunches / dinners etc.
• Loitering and crowding should be avoided in train corridors, gates, cabins, hotels etc.
• All tourists are advised that spitting is strictly prohibited in train, tourist places, buses, hotels etc.
• Touching of statues /idols / holy books etc. not allowed in religious / tourist places.
• No physical offerings like Prasad /distribution or sprinkling of holy water etc. inside the religious place.
• COVID-19 fully vaccination certificate is compulsory for temple darshan and sightseeing of monuments.
• All passengers should carry vaccination certificate in hard copy or in phone during the duration of tour.
• Avoid physical contact while greeting each other.

Tour Manager

• Your Tour Manager is your source of information. Please follow guidelines of the Tour Manager at all times.

During Train Journey

• Do not pull the chain while traveling on train as it is a punishable offence when done without a valid reason.
• Do not waste any water unnecessarily in the train.
• Do not cross railway tracks. Use foot over bridges.

Attire

• Please ensure that your attire does not offend the locals/visitors at the places you visit. At holy shrines, you may be required to remove your shoes.

Decorum

• Please maintain decency of language as a courtesy towards your fellow passengers in the train and other visitors at the shrines/places your visit.
• Do not be rude while interacting with locals and do not indulge in any arguments. In case of any doubts on any matter, please communicate with the Tour Manager.
• Please be in groups and follow timings at the places you visit as per instructions of the Tour Manager.
• Photography may be restricted at certain places. Do not offend the local regulations.
• IRCTC reserves the right to remove any passenger that it feels is creating discord on the tour.

Sight seeing

• The itinerary provided to you may change due to unavoidable circumstances. Please follow the instructions of Tour Manager.
• IRCTC shall not be responsible for any mishaps caused due to negligence, non-compliance of instructions etc.

Safety and Security

• Please take complete care of your belongings during the tour.
• Do carry a Photo Identity Card such as Voter’s ID, Passport, PAN Card etc. for Security reasons.
• Please leave the contact details of person(s) to be contacted in case of any Emergency with the Tour Manager

For More Information:

INDIAN RAILWAY CATERING AND TOURISM CORPORATION LTD.

Location	Address	Contact Person	Mobile Number
Guwahati	4D, Mandovi Apartment, GNB Road In Front of Rabindra Bhawan, Ambari, Guwahati, Assam 781001	Biswajit Das	85959 36690
		Lalsawmliana Khobung	85959 36696
		Himangshu Bezbarua	85959 36717
		Ritupran Phukan	85959 36716
New Jalpaiguri	IRCTC, Area office, NJP Railway station, 1st floor, platform No.1.	Ms. Sobha Rai	85959 36276
KOLKATA	Old Koilaghat Building, Ground Floor, 3,Koilaghat Street, Kolkata Pin : 700001	Amit Maitra	85959 37902
		Disha Sarkar	85959 37903
		Kurban Mallick	85959 37901
		Azizur Rehman	85959 37900
		Tanushree das	82407 84684
RACHI	Railway Station Ranchi, Near Parcel Office Pin – 834001	Mukesh Prasad Jyoti Kumari Yogesh Kumar Zubraj Minz	85959 37902 85959 37903 85959 37901 85959 37900
ASANSOL	Railway Station Asansol, Near SBI ATM, Pin – 7133301	Nikhil Sonar	85959 09638
PATNA	Biscomaun Tower, 4th Floor, West Gandhi Maidan,  Patna – 800001	Sanjeev Kumar Manish Kumar Santosh Kumar Mukesh Kumar Arvind Kumar	85959 37726 85959 37727 85959 37731 85959 37732 85959 37711
Gaya	Tourism Information and Facilitation Centre, Palatform No.1 , Gaya (Bihar) – 823001	Gautam Kishore	85959 37723
No.	Railway Station	Bharat Gaurav Station in charge	Contact no
1	Asansol / Durgapur	Nikhil Sonar	85959 09638
2	Bolpur / Rampurhat	Kamal C Roy	96353 67349
3	Malda / New Farakka	Lokesh Ranjan	81024 77782
4	Kharagpur	Shibram	85959 37966
5	Bhagalpur / Dumka / Sahibganj	Gyan Chandra Prakash	85959 11522
6	Howrah / Sealdah / Kolkata / Dankuni	Dipankar Das	85959 37927
7	Buxar	Srikant Kumar	95348 71396
8	Deen dayal	Khalid Rasheed	85959 37734
9	Patna	Devendra Kumar Yadav	87895 12023
10	Samastipur	Rajesh Kumar, Vijay Kumar	85959 37681 85959 37692
11	Hajipur	Ramesh Kumar	85959 37682
12	Darbhanga	Pankaj Kumar	85959 37749
13	Raxaul	Safijur Rehman	96489 38495
14	Muzaffarpur	Rahul Ranjan	85959 37724
15	Koderma	Panchanand	79911 02475
16	Barauni	Lalit	85959 37686
17	Rajgir	Hrishikesh Kumar	98350 56808
18	Gaya	Balmiki Goud	85959 37915
19	Dhanbad	Pintu	93861 47628
20	Dibrugarh	Deoraj Rai	85959 36715
21	Agartala	Dilip Raj	85959 36711
22	Rangiya	Navneed Kumar	85959 36278
23	New Coochbehar	Antim Kumar	85959 36713
24	Kishanganj	Nitesh Kumar	85959 36292
25	Katihar Jn	Ritesh Kumar	85959 36714

Source: https://www.irctctourism.com/

Jain Yatra by Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train

JAIN YATRA BY BHARAT GAURAV TOURIST TRAIN (NZJYBG1)

• Duration: 8 Nights / 9 Days
• Package Code: NZJYBG1
• Origin: AHMEDABAD
• Destination: GUNIYAJI / KUNDALPUR / LACCHUAR / PARASNATH / PAVAPURI / RAJGIR / RUJUWALIKA / SAMMED SHIKHARJI
• Departure: 04.12.2023
• Upcoming Date Of Journey: 04-DEC-23

With an aim to showcase the cultural and spiritual significance of Jainism, through a one of its kind initiative of Jain Yatra, an exclusively curated train tour has been designed offering Jains a first-hand experience of the magnificence of Sammed Shikhar through a curated spiritual Panchtirth Yatra of 9 days; inclusive of accommodation, internal bus transport and Jain food.

IRCTC Ltd supported by Adani Group Parivar will be operating this special Panchtirthi tour to Sammed Shikhar which will give an unforgettable experience of visiting ancient Jain pilgrimages situated in Bihar and Jharkhand starting from December 4, 2023 to February 17, 2023.

Highlights:

Tour name	JAIN YATRA BY BHARAT GAURAV TOURIST TRAIN
Duration	08 Nights/09 Days
Tour Itinerary / destinations covered	Pavapuri – Kundalpur – Guniyaji – Lacchuar – Rajgir – Parasnath – Rujuwalika – Sammed Shikharji
Train Itinerary	Ahmedabad –  Rajgir – Parasnath – Ahmedabad
Boarding / De-boarding	Ahmedabad (ADI), Nadiad Jn (ND),  Chhayapuri (CYI)
No. seats	540 seats on AC III (Economy)
Tour Date	04.12.2023

TOUR PRICE: per person

Category	Double/ Triple Share
3 AC Economy	Rs 15,000 Rs. 25,515/– per person.

Note:

1. Indian Railways is providing approximately 33% concession for promotion of rail tourism under Bharat Gaurav Train scheme.
2. Adani Group Parivar, as knowledge partner of ‘Jain Yatra Bharat Gaurav Train’, is supporting the cause of serving the nation by spreading awareness about cultural significance of India with the curation of this Jain Yatra experience. Adani Group Parivar is providing a subsidy of Rs 10,515/- for promotion of the Jain Circuit in India.

Itinerary

Day	Destination	Particulars
Day 1	Ahmedabad	Assemble at Ahmedabad Railway Station. Train departs for Rajgir Railway Station at 1500 hrs from Ahmedabad. Onboard dinner service at 1600 hrs. Overnight train journey.
Day 2	Train Journey	Breakfast onboard (Navkarsi). Later lunch and afternoon tea service onboard. Dinner (Chovihar) on board & overnight train journey.
Day 3	Rajgir – Pavapuri	Train arrives Rajgir Railway Station at 0500 hrs. De-board train and proceed for Pavapuri by road. On arrival, check-in to hotels/dharamshalas. Breakfast (Navkarsi) at a suitable place at Pavapuri. On completion Seva Pooja at Pavapuri. Later lunch service at a suitable place at Pavapuri. Proceed for sightseeing of Kundalpur & Nalanda University later in the afternoon by bus. Afternoon tea/coffee service at a suitable place. Later return back to Pavapuri. Dinner (Chovihar) at a suitable place at Pavapuri. Bhakti & bhavna at Pavapuri in the evening post dinner. Night stay at Pavapuri.
Day 4	Pavapuri – Guniyaji – Lacchuar	Early morning travel by bus from Pavapuri to Lacchuar. Darshan at Guniyaji on the way situated approx 100 kms away. On arrival at Lacchuar, wash & change and breakfast (Navkarsi) followed by full day sightseeing at Lacchuar (Pahad Yatra) by small vehicle (self-arrangement). Afternoon tea/coffee at a suitable place. Later dinner (Chovihar) at a suitable place at Lacchuar. On completion proceed to Pavapuri by bus. Night stay at Pavapuri.
Day 5	Pavapuri – Rajgir	Checkout and proceed by bus from Pavapuri to Rajgir (25 Kms). On arrival at Rajgir, breakfast (Navkarsi) at a suitable place. Accommodation arrangement at Rajgir for the whole day. Local sightseeing comprising of Pahad Yatra by horse cart (self-arrangement). On return back to the accommodations post sightseeing, afternoon tea/coffee service. Later dinner (Chovihar) at a suitable place at Rajgir. Post dinner, proceed for Rajgir Railway Station by bus. Arrive at station and board the train. Overnight train journey from Rajgur to Parasnath Railway Station.
Day 6	Rajgir – Parasnath	Early morning train arrives at Parasnath Railway Station. Proceed for Sammed Shikharji by bus. Enroute visit Rujuvalika Jain Temple (40 kms). On arrival at Shikharji, breakfast (Navkarsi) will be served at a suitable place. Check-in to accommodations at Shikharji. Later darshan & seva puja at Shikharji. Meal services like lunch, afternoon tea/coffee and later dinner (Chovihar) at Shikharji. Later in the evening Bhakti bhavna program and overnight stay.
Day 7	Shikharji	Proceed for Pahad Yatra in the early hours of the morning. Brunch at a suitable place (Jalmandir). Later return back from Pahad Yatra. Afternoon tea/coffee and later dinner (Chovihar) at suitable place. Proceed for Parasnath Railway Station by bus. On arrival, board the train as it departs for Ahmedabad Railway Station at 2100 hrs.
Day 8	Train journey	Morning tea and breakfast (Navkarsi) onboard. Lunch, evening tea and dinner (Chovihar) on board. Dinner on board & overnight train journey.
Day 9	Ahmedabad	Train arrives Ahmedabad at 1000 hrs. ***TOUR ENDS WITH HAPPY MEMORIES. ***

Note:

• Itinerary is tentative and can be modified at any point of time subject to smooth and timely running of train. The final timing will be based on the Train Order received from the Railways.
• Berth relocation will be finalized 03 days prior to departure.

Package Inclusions:

• Train journey by IRCTC’s Bharat Gaurav tourist train in AC III economy class.
• 03 nights stay in dharamshalas/budget hotels on double/triple/quad share.
• 02 nights at Pavapuri.
• 01 night at Shikharji.
• Wash & change arrangements at Lacchuar and Rajgir on multi sharing basis.
• 05 nights stay in rail coaches during overnight train journey.
• All meals (onboard and offboard): Morning tea, breakfast, lunch, tea/coffee and dinner (Jain meals only). Dinner will be served before sunset (Chovihar).
• All transfers and sightseeing in AC vehicles.
• Travel insurance for the passengers.
• IRCTC Tour Managers will travel throughout the tour for necessary assistance.
• Security and housekeeping services on Train.
• All applicable Taxes.

Package Exclusions:

• Meals are preset and a choice of menu is not available. Dinner timings are fixed.
• Doli Service at Sammed Shikhar and private horse cart at Rajgir.
• Porterage at railway station.
• All kind of tips to drivers, waiters, guides, representative, Fuel Surcharge, etc.
• Any expenses of personal nature such as laundry expenses, mineral water, food items not in the regular menus provided by us.
• Anything not included in the inclusions.

Cancellation Policy:

No. of days before commencement of Trip*	Total Deductions
Up to 15 days (excluding departure date)	Rs. 250 /- per passenger
Up to 8-14 days (excluding departure date)	25 % of the package cost
Up to 4-7 days (excluding departure date)	50 % of the package cost
Less than 4 days	100 % of the package cost

Terms and Conditions:

Important Note:

• Itinerary is tentative and can be changed or modified subject to smooth and timely running of Train. The final Timing will be based on the Train order received from the railways.
• IRCTC has right to alter itinerary under unavoidable circumstances and is not liable for any type of natural calamities/ strikes/ cancellation/ delay of train/ insurgency of any such nature which is beyond control during the tour period.
• Passengers before boarding the train should ensure the proper check-up of their body/ health from their doctor in order to be fit for travelling; IRCTC will not be responsible for any mishap due to unfit condition/health problem such as restlessness / anxiety / breathing problem (asthma)/ any other physical problems and natural death of passengers.

DO’S & DON’T:

Please go through the following points to make your journey better and comfortable:

• Tourists should wear face mask if suffering from cough and cold.
• All tourists should strictly refrain from spitting while in the train, tourist places, buses, hotels etc.
• Stay away from touching of statues/idols/holy objects at religious/tourist sites.
• No prasad distribution or sprinkling of holy water etc inside the train.
• May follow the decorum at all points of time.
• Refrain from disruptive behavior on the train and off it.
• Alcohol, cigarette and non-vegetarian food is strictly prohibited in the train and at every tirth.
• Passengers are requested not to carry any valuables or expensive items like jewelry, watches etc. during pilgrimage.
• Passengers are requested to carry small bag, water bottle, bag for Seva puja, battery, lock, warm clothes, pooja items, necessary medicines for their own convenience.

Tour Manager

• Tour Manager is the single point contact for all information pertaining to the train and itinerary. Please follow the guidelines of the Tour Manager at all times.

During Train Journey

• Do not pull the chain while traveling on train as it is a punishable offence when done without a valid reason.
• Do not waste water unnecessarily in the train.
• Do not cross railway tracks. Use foot over bridges.

Attire

• Please ensure that your attire does not offend the locals/visitors at the places you visit. At holy shrines, you may be required to remove your shoes.
• Passengers are requested to maintain decorum during the trip as well as to avoid shorts or sleeveless attire in any of the tirths to respect the sentiment of the Jain Tirth and religious trusts.

Decorum

• Please maintain decency of language as a courtesy towards your fellow passengers in the train and other visitors at the shrines/places your visit.
• Do not be rude while interacting with locals and do not indulge in any arguments. In case of any doubts on any matter, please contact the Tour Manager.
• Please be in groups and follow timings at the places you visit as per instructions of the Tour Manager.
• Photography may be restricted at certain places. Do not offend the local regulations.
• IRCTC reserves the right to remove any passenger that it feels is creating discord on the tour.

Sight seeing

• The itinerary provided to you may change due to unavoidable circumstances. Please follow the instructions of Tour Manager.
• IRCTC shall not be responsible for any mishaps caused due to negligence, non-compliance of instructions etc.

Safety and Security

• Please take complete care of your belongings during the tour.
• Do carry a Photo Identity Card such as Voter’s ID, Passport, and PAN Card etc. for Security reasons.
• Please leave the contact details of person(s) to be contacted in case of any Emergency with the Tour Manager.

For any query regarding itinerary and bookings, please contact on +91 7878601701 / 7878601702

Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd.
M-13, Punj House, Connaught Place (Outer Circle), New Delhi – 110001.
Tel- 011-23701101.

Source: https://www.irctctourism.com/

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Divya Dakshin Darshan Yatra (SCZBG10)

Divya Dakshin Yatra With Jyotirlinga

• Duration: 8 Nights/9 Day
• Package Code: SCZBG10
• Origin: HYDERABAD / SECUNDERABAD
• Destination: ARUNACHALAM / KANYAKUMARI / MADURAI / RAMESHWARAM / THANJAVUR / TRICHY / TRIVANDRUM
• Departure: 23.08.2023
• Upcoming Date Of Journey: 23-AUG-23

IRCTC Ltd. Proposes to run “DIVYA DAKSHIN YATRA WITH JYOTIRLINGA” tour package by Bharat Gaurav Tourists train in 2AC, 3AC & SL classes, covering the visit of Tiruvannamalai [Arunachalam] – Rameswaram – Madurai – Kanyakumari – Trivandrum – Trichy – Thanjavur. This tour will showcase six important pilgrimage destinations in 9 days tour.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

• TOUR CODE: SCZBG10

• Tour name: DIVYA DAKSHIN YATRA WITH JYOTIRLINGA
• Duration : 8 Nights/9 Days
• Tour Date: 23.08.2023
• Tour Itinerary: Tiruvannamalai [Arunachalam] – Rameswaram – Madurai -Kanyakumari Trivandrum – Trichy – Thanjavur
• No. seats: 716 ( SL: 460, 3AC: 206, 2AC: 50)
• Boarding / De-boarding Stations: Secunderabad, Kazipet, Warangal, Khammam, Vijayawada, Tenali, Ongole, Nellore,Gudur & Renigunta

TOUR PRICE (Per person price in Indian Rupees inclusive of GST)

Category	Double/ Triple Share	Child (5-11 year)
Economy	Rs. 14,300/-	Rs. 13,300/-
Standard	Rs. 21,900/-	Rs. 20,800/-
Comfort	Rs. 28,500/-	Rs. 27,100/-

Note: Passenger booked as Single will have to share the occupancy with other passenger on sharing basis either on Double occupancy or Triple occupancy

Destination and Places covered

• TIRUVANNAMALAI: Arunachalam Temple
• RAMESWARAM: Ramanathaswamy Temple
• MADURAI: Meenakshi Amman Temple
• KANYAKUMARI: Rock Memorial, Kumari Amman Temple
• TRIVANDRUM: Shree Padmanabhaswamy Temple
• TRICHY: Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple
• THANJAVUR: Brihadeeswara Temple

Itinerary

Time wise Tour Itinerary

DATE	PLACE	ITINERARY
DAY-01	Secunderabad	Departure from Secunderabad.
	Kazipet	Boarding of passenger
	Warangal	Boarding of passenger
	Khammam	Boarding of passenger
	Vijayawada	Boarding of passenger
	Tenali	Boarding of passenger
	Ongole	Boarding of passenger
DAY-02	Nellore	Boarding of passenger
	Gudur	Boarding of passenger
	Renigunta	Boarding of passenger
	Tiruvanna Malai	On arrival at Tiruvannamalai Station, transfer to accommodation for wash & change. Check out & proceed to visit Arunachalam Temple. Evening drop at Tiruvannamalai Station to board train for onward journey to Manmadurai.
DAY-03	Manmadurai -Rameswaram	Arrive Manmadurai Station. Transfer to Rameswram by road. Check in Hotel. After freshen up visit to local temples (by walk /auto on your own). Dinner & overnight stay in Rameswaram.
DAY-04	Rameswaram – Madurai	Departure from Rameswaram to Madurai by bus after lunch. Evening free time to visit Meenakshi Amman Temple and shopping. Drop at Madurai Station to board train for onward journey to Kanyakumari.
DAY-05	Kanyakumari	Arrive at Kanyakumari Railway station. Transfer to accommodation. Free to visit Rock Memorial, Gandhi Mandap, Sunset Point. Dinner & overnight stay in Kanyakumari.
DAY-06	Kanyakumari	Early morning check out from accommodation & proceed to Nagercoil. Board Train for onward journey to Trivandrum (Kochuveli). Breakfast Onboard.
	Kochuveli	Arrive Trivandrum (Kochuveli Station). Visit to Shree Padmanabhaswamy Temple and Kovalam beach. Return to Kochuveli Station. Board train for onward journey to Tiruchirapalli. (Dinner Onboard)
DAY-07	Tiruchirapalli / Thanjavur	Arrival at Tiruchirapalli Station. Transfer to accommodation. After freshen up visit to Srirangam Temple. After Lunch proceed to Thanjavur (60 Kms) by road. Visit Brihadeeswara Temple. Board train at Thanjavur for return journey to Secunderabad. (Dinner Onboard)
DAY- 08	Renigunta	De-Boarding of Passenger
	Gudur	De-Boarding of Passenger
	Nellore	De-Boarding of Passenger
	Ongole	De-Boarding of Passenger
	Tenali	De-Boarding of Passenger
	Vijayawada	De-Boarding of Passenger
	Khammam	De-Boarding of Passenger
	Warangal	De-Boarding of Passenger
	Kazipet	De-Boarding of Passenger
DAY- 9	Secunderabad	De-Boarding of Passenger

NOTE:

Itinerary is tentative and can be changed or modified subject to smooth and timely running of Train. Customers are requested to book their onward/return travel arrangements keeping sufficient time, since the arrival time at respective station may differ subject to train running status.

Seating arrangement will be finalized 07 days prior to departure and allocation of lower berth is not guaranteed.

Inclusion

Package Inclusions:

Train Journey, Night Stay, Wash & Change and Transport will be provided as under:

Services	Economy	Standard	Comfort
Train Journey	Sleeper Class	3AC	2AC
Night Stay in budget hotels as per itinerary	Non-AC Rooms as per occupancy	AC Rooms as per  occupancy	AC Rooms as per occupancy
Wash & Change in budget hotels as per itinerary	Non-AC rooms on Multi sharing (maximum 4-5 pax per room)	Non-AC rooms on Twin / Triple sharing	AC rooms on Twin / Triple sharing
Transportation	Non A/c vehicle	Non A/c vehicle	A/c Vehicle

• All meals: morning tea, breakfast lunch and dinner (vegetarian only).
• Travel insurance for the passengers.
• Services of professional and friendly tour escorts.
• Security on train
• IRCTC Tour Managers will travel throughout the tour for necessary assistance.
• All applicable Taxes.

Package Exclusions:

• Monument entry charges, Boating, adventure sports etc.
• Meals are preset and a choice of menu is not available.
• Any room service will be chargeable.
• Cost of sightseeing, entrance and local guides etc. not included in the itinerary.
• All kind of tips to drivers, waiters, guides, representative, Fuel Surcharge, etc.
• Any expenses of personal nature such as laundry expenses, wines, mineral water, food and drinks not in the regular menus provided by us.
• Anything not included in the inclusions.

Cancellation Policy

No. of days before commencement of Trip*	Total Deductions
Up to 15 days (excluding departure date)	Rs. 250 /- per passenger
Up to 8-14 days (excluding departure date)	25 % of the package cost
Up to 4-7 days (excluding departure date)	50 % of the package cost
Less than 4 days	100 % of the package cost

Terms and Conditions:

Important Note:

• All Guests are requested to carry Voter ID/Aadhar Card & Covid-19 final dose certificate with them.
• Some of the hotels in the selected locations may not be having lift facilities.
• Itinerary is tentative and can be changed or modified subject to smooth and timely running of Train. The final Timing will be based on the Train order received from the railways.
• Operation of Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train is subject to minimum number of passengers booked.
• IRCTC has right to alter itinerary under unavoidable circumstances and is not liable for any type of natural calamities/ strikes/ cancellation/ delay of train/ insurgency of any such nature which is beyond control during the tour period.
• Operation of Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train is subject to minimum number of passengers booked.
• Passengers before boarding the train should ensure the proper check-up of their body/ health from their Doctor in order to be fit for travelling, IRCTC will not be responsible for any mishap due to unfit condition/ health problem such as restlessness/ anxiety/ Unusual breathing problem of Asthmatic clients/ any other physical problems and Natural Death of the passengers.

DO’S & DONT’S :

Please go through the following points to make your journey better and comfortable:

1. Installation & use of Aarogya Setu App. by all (Staff & tourists).
2. Tourist should wear face mask and hand gloves.
3. Practice frequent hand washing with soap (for at least 40 – 60 seconds) even when hands are not visibly dirty. Use of alcohol – based hand sanitizers (for at least 20 seconds) can be made wherever feasible.
4. Luggage should be disinfected at reception /boarding point.
5. Tourists are advised to avoid touching their eyes, nose and mouth with their hands.
6. All tourists must abide to the mandatory health advisories issued by the States / local administration which they are visiting.
7. Tourist should avoid using other tourist’s phone, water bottle, umbrella etc. as much as possible.
8. Social distancing to be followed during boarding/de-boarding of train /any other transport, monuments & pilgrim places visit group lunches / dinners etc.
9. Loitering and crowding should be avoided in train corridors, gates, cabins, hotels etc.
10. All tourists are advised that spitting is strictly prohibited in train, tourist places, buses, hotels etc.
11. Touching of statues /idols / holy books etc. not allowed in religious / tourist places.
12. No physical offerings like Prasad /distribution or sprinkling of holy water etc. inside the religious place.
13. COVID-19 fully vaccination certificate is compulsory for temple darshan and sightseeing of monuments. All passengers should carry vaccination certificate in hard copy or in phone during the duration of tour.
14. Avoid physical contact while greeting each other.

Tour Manager

• Your Tour Manager is your source of information. Please follow guidelines of the Tour Manager at all times.

During Train Journey

• Do not pull the chain while traveling on train as it is a punishable offence when done without a valid reason.
• Do not waste any water unnecessarily in the train.
• Do not cross railway tracks. Use foot over bridges.

Attire

• Please ensure that your attire does not offend the locals/visitors at the places you visit. At holy shrines, you may be required to remove your shoes.

Decorum

• Please maintain decency of language as a courtesy towards your fellow passengers in the train and other visitors at the shrines/places your visit.
• Do not be rude while interacting with locals and do not indulge in any arguments. In case of any doubts on any matter, please communicate with the Tour Manager.
• Please be in groups and follow timings at the places you visit as per instructions of the Tour Manager.
• Photography may be restricted at certain places. Do not offend the local regulations.

• IRCTC reserves the right to remove any passenger that it feels is creating discord on the tour.

Sight seeing

• The itinerary provided to you may change due to unavoidable circumstances. Please follow the instructions of Tour Manager.
• IRCTC shall not be responsible for any mishaps caused due to negligence, non-compliance of instructions etc.

Safety and Security

• Please take complete care of your belongings during the tour.
• Do carry a Photo Identity Card such as Voter’s ID, Passport, PAN Card etc. for Security reasons.
• Please leave the contact details of person(s) to be contacted in case of any Emergency with the Tour Manager.

Contact for Booking

Contact Person Name	Telephone Number	Office Address
Zonal Office	040- 27702407 / 97013 60701	IRCTC, South Central Zone,  9-1-129/1/302, 3rd Floor, Oxford Plaza, S.D. Road, Secunderabad, Telangana.
Mallesh Naik	95050 75346
Jayanth	99856 96813
Pawan Sengar	82879 32228
Sashidhar	82879 32229
Basudha Gaur	82879 32231
Satish	91107 12752
Naresh	93901 12760
Ch Balaji	82879 32312	IRCTC Vijayawada,  Near Railway Retiring Room, Vijayawada.
Praveen Nayak	95530 59928
K Pavan	82879 32313	IRCTC Tirupati,  Platform No.1, 1st Floor, Retiring Rooms Complex, Tirupati Railway Station
Sukumar	82879 32317
Chandan Nath	82879 32318	Visakhapatnam Railway Station, Platform No.1, Besides APTDC Counter,  Visakhapatnam-53
Sai Prasad	79781 27004
Prabal	93901 12758	House No-08,Gangadhar Meher  Nagar, Jaydev Vihar-751013.  (Infront of Pal Heights)
Sanghamitra	82879 32227
Rakesh	82879 32319
Debashish	91107 21132

SOURCE: https://www.irctctourism.com/

Azadi Ki Amrit Yatra (CDBG07)

• Duration: 8 Nights/9 Days
• Package Code: CDBG07
• Origin: H NIZAMUDDIN
• Destination: AHMEDABAD / BHIMSHANKAR / JHANSI / KEVADIYA / PUNE / SHIRDI / SURAT / TRIMBAKESHWAR
• Departure: 22.08.2023
• Upcoming Date Of Journey: 22-AUG-23

IRCTC Ltd. proposes to operate “Azadi Ki Amrit Yatra” tour package by Bharat Gaurav Deluxe AC Tourist Train in 1 AC, 2AC and 3AC classes, on the occasion of 76th year of India’s Independence. This tour will be covering the visit of Ahmedabad, Kevadia (Statue of Unity), Surat, Pune, Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga temple, Shirdi, Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga temple & Jhansi.

This tour has been designed to showcase the important tourist places associated with India’s freedom struggle along with other prominent pilgrimages and architectural wonders of modern India.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Particulars	Description
Tour Name	Azadi Ki Amrit Yatra
Tour Duration	08 Nights / 09 Days
Tour Itinerary	Hazrat Nizamuddin – Ahmedabad- Statue of Unity – Surat – Pune -Shirdi – Nasik – Jhansi – Hazrat Nizamuddin
Train Itinerary	Hazrat Nizamuddin (NZM) – Ahmedabad (ADI) – Ekta Nagar (EKNR) – Surat (ST) – Pune (PUNE) – Sainagar Shirdi (SNSI) – Nasik (NK) – Virangana  Lakshmibai (VGLJ) – Hazrat Nizamuddin (NZM).
Boarding / De-boarding Stations	Boarding: Hazrat Nizamuddin, Mathura Jn, Bharatpur, Jaipur. Deboarding: Agra Cant, Mathura Jn., Hazrat Nizamuddin
Total No. of Seats	204 (AC-I Coupe:24 Seats, AC-I Cabin: 48 Seats , AC II: 48 Seats  & AC III: 84)
Tour Date	22.08.2023

TOUR PRICE: Per person

Class	Occupancy
	Single	Twin	Triple	Child with Bed
1AC (Coupe)	–	68,145	–	–
1AC (Cabin)	66,131	60, 881	58,650	52,870
2AC	62,265	57,015	54,781	49,000
3AC	37,640	31,731	30,890	30,045

Class Wise Amenities

Class	Hotel Stay (AC rooms)	Transport	Meal Service (Onboard)
1AC (Coupe)	3 star or similar	AC bus	Train restaurant
1AC (Cabin)	3 star or similar	AC bus	Train restaurant
2AC	3 star or similar	AC bus	Train restaurant
3AC	Budget	AC bus	Respective berth (in 3 AC coach only)

DESTINATIONS AND VISITS COVERED:

• Ahmedabad: Sabarmati Ashram, Akshardham and Dandi Kutir.
• Ekta Nagar: Statue of Unity with evening Laser Show.
• Surat: National Salt Satyagrah Memorial at Dandi Beach and Sardar Patel Museum.
• Pune: Aga Khan Palace, Special Visit of Yerawada Jail (inner visit subject to permission of jail authorities), Kesari Wada and Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga.
• Shirdi & Shani Shignapur: Shirdi Sai Baba Temple and Shani Shignapur Temple.
• Nasik: Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga.
• Jhansi: Jhansi Fort.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• Seats will be allocated 07 days prior to departure and there is no guarantee of lower berths.
• COVID-19 fully vaccination certificate is compulsory for temple darshan and sightseeing of monuments. All passengers should carry vaccination certificate in hard copy or in phone while on tour.

Itinerary

Day	Destination	Particulars
1	Hazrat  Nizamuddin to Ahmedabad	Report at Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station by 1100 hrs. Train departs for Ahmedabad at 1200 hrs. Lunch, Hi tea & dinner on board. Overnight journey.
2	Ahmedabad	Morning tea & breakfast on board. Upon arrival at Ahmedabad proceed for Sabarmati Ashram. Later proceed to hotel for check-in. Post lunch at hotel visit Dandi Kutir Museum followed by Akshardham Temple. Later in the evening return back to the hotel. Dinner & overnight stay at Ahmedabad.
3	Ekta Nagar (Statue of Unity)	After early breakfast at hotel, checkout and return back to the train by 0800 hrs. Lunch will be served on board. Train arrives at Ekta Nagar Railway Station. Proceed to visit STATUE OF UNITY – the world’s tallest monument. Evening enjoy laser show, celebrating the journey of Sardar Vallab Bhai Patel. Later return back to the train. Dinner on board and overnight journey.
4	Surat	Train arrives at Surat Railway Station early morning. Proceed to hotel for wash & change and breakfast. Later check out and visit the Sardar Patel Museum at Bardoli. Lunch at a suitable place outside. Post lunch visit National Salt Satyagrah Memorial at Dandi Beach. Drop back to Surat Railway Station to board the train for onward journey. Dinner on board & overnight journey.
5	Pune	Train arrives at Pune Junction. Morning tea and breakfast on board. Proceed to visit Aga Khan Palace followed by Special visit of Yerawada Jail (inner visit subject to permission of jail authorities). Proceed to hotel for check-in and lunch. Evening visit Kesari Wada and free time for shopping. Return back to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at Pune.
6	Pune – Bhimashankar	Morning after breakfast at the hotel, check-out and proceed for Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga. Post visit, lunch at a suitable place. Drop back to the Pune Railway Station to board the train for onward journey. Dinner on board. Overnight train journey.
7	Shirdi	Morning tea and breakfast on board. Train arrives at Shirdi Sai Nagar Railway Station. De-board the train and proceed for hotel. Check-in at the hotel, free time for darshan of Sai temple. Later return back to hotel for lunch. Evening proceed for Shani Shignapur temple. Dinner and overnight stay at Shirdi hotel.
8	Nasik	Morning after breakfast at hotel, proceed by road for Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga. Post visit, lunch at a suitable place. Later drop back to Nasik Railway Station to board the train for onward journey. Dinner and overnight train journey.
9	Jhansi – Hazrat Nizamuddin	Morning tea, breakfast and lunch on board. Wash and change on board. Train arrives at Virangana Railway Station (Jhansi). Proceed to visit Jhansi Fort. Later return back to the train as it departs for Delhi. Dinner on board. Train arrives at Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station. **Tour Ends**

NOTE: Itinerary is tentative and can be modified subject to timely running of train. The final timing will be based on the Train Order received from the Railways.

Inclusion

PACKAGE INCLUSIONS:

• Train Journey by Deluxe AC Tourist train in AC-I, AC-II & AC-III class.
• 03 nights stay in hotels (AC rooms) at Ahmedabad, Pune and Shirdi.
• 01 wash and change at Surat.
• All meals: Morning tea, breakfast, lunch and dinner (vegetarian only).
• Onboard meals for 2 AC and 1 AC class will be served in the train restaurant only.
• Onboard meals for 3 AC class will be served on the respective berth only.
• All transfers and sightseeing by AC vehicles.
• Travel insurance for the passengers.
• Services of professional and friendly tour escorts.
• IRCTC Tour Manager will travel throughout the tour for necessary assistance.
• All applicable taxes.

PACKAGE EXCLUSIONS:

• Meals are preset and a choice of menu is not available.
• Any room service will be chargeable.
• Cost of sightseeing, entrance and local guides etc. not included in the itinerary.
• All kind of tips to drivers, waiters, guides, representative etc.
• Any expenses of personal nature such as laundry expenses, mineral water, food and drinks not in the regular menus provided by us.
• Anything not included in the inclusions.

Cancellation Policy:

No. of days before commencement of Trip*	Total Deductions
Up to 15 days (excluding departure date)	Rs. 250 /- per passenger
Up to 8-14 days (excluding departure date)	25 % of the package cost
Up to 4-7 days (excluding departure date)	50 % of the package cost
Less than 4 days	100 % of the package cost

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• All guests are requested to carry Voter ID/Aadhar Card & Covid-19 final dose certificate with them.
• Some of the hotels at select locations may not have lift/elevators.
• Itinerary is tentative and can be changed or modified subject to smooth and timely running of train. The final timing will be based on the Train Order received from the Indian Railways.
• Operation of Bharat Gaurav Deluxe AC Tourist Train is subject to minimum number of passengers booked.
• IRCTC has the right to alter itinerary under unavoidable circumstances and is not liable for any type of natural calamities/strikes/cancellation/ delay of train/ insurgency of any such nature which is beyond control during the tour period.
• Passengers before boarding the train should ensure proper health check-up from their Doctor in order to be fit while travelling, IRCTC will not be responsible for any mishap due to unfit condition/health problem such as restlessness/ anxiety/any other physical problems leading to death.

DO’S & DON’T:

Please go through the following points to make your journey better and comfortable:

• Maintain general hygiene.
• Tourists should wear face mask if suffering from cough and cold.
• All tourists should refrain from spitting while in the train, tourist places, buses, hotels etc.
• Stay away from touching of statues/idols/holy objects at religious/tourist sites.
• No prasad distribution or sprinkling of holy water etc. inside the train.
• May follow the decorum at all points of time.
• Refrain from disruptive behavior on the train and off it.

Tour Manager

• Tour Manager is the single point contact for all information pertaining to the train and itinerary. Please follow the guidelines of the Tour Manager at all times.

During Train Journey

• Do not pull the chain while traveling on train as it is a punishable offence when done without a valid reason.
• Do not waste water unnecessarily in the train.
• Do not cross railway tracks. Use foot over bridges.

Attire

• Please ensure that your attire does not offend the locals/visitors at the places you visit. At holy shrines, you may be required to remove your shoes.

Decorum

• Please maintain decency of language as a courtesy towards your fellow passengers in the train and other visitors at the shrines/places your visit.
• Do not be rude while interacting with locals and do not indulge in any arguments. In case of any doubts on any matter, please contact the Tour Manager.
• Please be in groups and follow timings at the places you visit as per instructions of the Tour Manager.
• Photography may be restricted at certain places. Do not offend the local regulations.
• IRCTC reserves the right to remove any passenger that it feels is creating discord on the tour.

Sight seeing

• The itinerary provided to you may change due to unavoidable circumstances. Please follow the instructions of Tour Manager.
• IRCTC shall not be responsible for any mishaps caused due to negligence, non-compliance of instructions etc.

Safety and Security

• Please take complete care of your belongings during the tour.
• Do carry a Photo Identity Card such as Voter’s ID, Passport, PAN Card etc. for Security reasons.
• Please leave the contact details of person(s) to be contacted in case of any Emergency with the Tour Manager.

For More Information

Contact Detail & For Package Booking

Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd.
M-13, Punj House, Connaught Place (Outer Circle), New Delhi – 110001.
Tel- 011-23701101. 82879 30739, 82879 30484 and 82879 30297.

SOURCE: https://www.irctctourism.com/