Vaishnodevi Haridwar Bharat Gaurav Special Train

VAISHNODEVI HARIDWAR BHARAT GAURAV SPECIAL TOUR (EZBG06)

• Duration: 7 Nights/8 Days
• Package Code: EZBG06
• Origin: KOLKATA
• Destination: HARIDWAR / VAISHNO DEVI
• Departure: 25.06.2023
• Upcoming Date Of Journey: 25-JUN-23

Embark on a spiritual odyssey with the divine “Vaishno Devi Haridwar Bharat Gaurav Special Tour” package, curated exclusively for the devout souls. IRCTC Ltd. presents a remarkable opportunity to traverse the sacred path from Kolkata to Vaishno Devi and Haridwar, immersing yourself in the blissful aura of these revered destinations. Experience the essence of tradition, devotion, and serenity as you embark on this soul-stirring journey, creating everlasting memories along the way. Join us on this mystical expedition and let your spirit soar in the divine realms of Vaishno Devi and Haridwar.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Tour name	Vaishnodevi Haridwar Bharat Gaurav Special Tour
Duration	07 Nights/  08 Days
Tour Date	25.06.2023 to 02.07.2023
Tour / Train Itinerary	Kolkata- Vaishno Devi- Haridwar- Kolkata
Boarding / Deboarding	Kolkata- Kharagpur Jn- Tata- Muri- Ranchi- Bokaro Steel City- Chandrapura- Gomoh Jn- Hazaribagh Road- Koderma- Gaya- Dehri On Sone- Sasaram- Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn
No. of seats	790 ( Economy: 580, Standard: 150, Comfort: 60)

TOUR PRICE

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

Category	Per pax package cost
Economy	Rs.13,680 /-
Standard	Rs.21,890 /-
Comfort	Rs.23,990 /-

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:

• Katra: Vaishno Devi Temple
• Rishikesh: Ram jhula, Laxman jhula, Triveni Ghat.
• Haridwar: Bharat Mata devi temple, Har ki Pauri for Ganga Aarti.

NOTE: The seating arrangement will be confirmed one week before departure, and there is no guarantee of being allocated a lower berth.

IMPORTANT NOTE: A COVID-19 vaccination certificate is mandatory for visiting temples and sightseeing monuments. Passengers must carry vaccination certificates either in hard copy or on their phones throughout the tour.

Itinerary

Date	Station	Remarks
25.06.23	Kolkata (KOAA)	Journey Start
	Mecheda (MCA)	Entraining Halt
	Kharagpur (KGP)	Entraining Halt
	Tatanagar (TATA)	Entraining Halt
	Muri (MURI)	Entraining Halt
	Ranchi (RNC)	Entraining Halt
	Bokaro (BKSC)	Entraining Halt
	Chandrapura (CRP)	Entraining Halt
	Gomoh (GMO)	Entraining Halt
	Hazaribagh Road (HZD)	Entraining Halt
26.06.23	Koderma (KQR)	Entraining Halt
	Gaya Jn (GAYA)	Entraining Halt
	Dehri On Sone (DOS)	Entraining Halt
	Sasaram (SSM)	Entraining Halt
	Deen Dayal Upadhyaya  (DDU)	Entraining Halt
27.06.23	Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra (SVDK)	Tourist halt & visit – Mata Vaishnodevi Night stay.
28.06.23		Departure to Haridwar.
29.06.23	Haridwar Jn (HW)	Tourist Halt and visit – Rishikesh, Ram jhula, Laxman jhula, Triveni Ghat. Haridwar Bharat Mata devi temple, in the evening visit har ki Pauri to join the Ganga Aarti. Night stay.
30.06.23		Return departure to Kolkata.
01.07.23	Deen Dayal Upadhyaya (DDU)	Detraining halt
	Sasaram (SSM)	Detraining halt
	Dehri On Sone (DOS)	Detraining halt
	Gaya Jn (GAYA)	Detraining halt
	Koderma (KQR)	Detraining halt
	Hazaribagh Road (HZD)	Detraining halt
	Gomoh (GMO)	Detraining halt
	Chandrapura (CRP)	Detraining halt
	Bokaro (BKSC)	Detraining halt
02.07.23	Ranchi (RNC)	Detraining halt
	Muri (MURI)	Detraining halt
	Tatanagar (TATA)	Detraining halt
	Kharagpur (KGP)	Detraining halt
	Mecheda (MCA)	Detraining halt
	Kolkata (KOAA)	Tour End

Note: The itinerary is subject to change for smooth and timely train operations. Final timings will be determined based on the train order received from the railways.

Services	Economy	Standard	Comfort
Train Journey	Sleeper Class	3AC	3AC
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 (maximum 2-3 pax per room)	AC rooms on Twin / Triple sharing (maximum 2-3 pax per room)
Transportation	Non A/c vehicle	Non-A/c vehicle	A/c vehicle

• Train Journey, Night Stay, Wash & Change and Transport will be provided as under:
• Morning tea, breakfast, lunch, and dinner for all meals.
• Travel insurance coverage for the passengers.
• The presence of professional and friendly tour escorts to assist you.
• Ensured security on the train.
• Continuous support and assistance from IRCTC Tour Managers throughout the journey.
• All applicable taxes are included.

Package Exclusions:

• Meals are provided, but there is no option to choose from a menu.
• Any requests for room service will incur additional charges.
• Cost of sightseeing, entrance fees, and local guides are not covered in the itinerary.
• All tips to drivers, waiters, guides, representatives, and fuel surcharges are not included.
• Personal expenses such as laundry, wines, mineral water, and food or drinks not listed in the regular menus provided by us are not covered.
• Any items or services not mentioned in the list of inclusions are not included.

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:

• Mandatory Documents: All guests must carry their Voter ID/Aadhar Card and a Covid-19 final dose certificate.
• Please note that some hotels in selected locations may not have lift facilities available.
• The itinerary provided is subject to change or modification based on the smooth and timely running of the train. The final timing will be determined by the train order received from the railways.
• The operation of the Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train is contingent upon a minimum number of passengers being booked.
• Under unavoidable circumstances, IRCTC reserves the right to alter the itinerary. Please note that IRCTC is not liable for any natural calamities, strikes, train cancellations, delays, or any other uncontrollable incidents during the tour period.
• Passengers are advised to undergo a proper medical check-up with their doctor before boarding the train to ensure fitness for travel. IRCTC will not be held responsible for any mishaps or health-related issues, including restlessness, anxiety, breathing problems (for asthmatic individuals), or any other physical ailments. Please note that natural death of passengers is also beyond IRCTC’s control.
• Room allocation (Double bed/Triple bed) is at the discretion of the hotel. The check in and checkout time of the hotel is fixed as per Hotel Guidelines.
• In case of booking of single person, room assignment will be done on double / triple sharing basis with other guest.

DO’S & DON’T:

• Please go through the following points to make your journey better and comfortable:
• Install and utilize the Aarogya Setu App, both for staff members and tourists.
• It is recommended for tourists to wear face masks and hand gloves.
• Practice regular and thorough handwashing with soap for a duration of 40-60 seconds, even when hands appear clean. If soap is unavailable, employ alcohol-based hand sanitizers for a minimum of 20 seconds whenever possible.
• Disinfect your luggage upon arrival at the reception or boarding point.
• Refrain from touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
• Comply with the mandatory health advisories issued by the local administration or the respective states you are visiting.
• Minimize the use of other tourists’ personal belongings such as phones, water bottles, and umbrellas.
• Maintain social distancing during activities like boarding and deboarding trains, visiting monuments and pilgrim places, and group lunches or dinners.
• Avoid loitering and overcrowding in train corridors, gates, cabins, hotels, etc.
• Spitting is strictly prohibited in trains, tourist places, buses, hotels, etc.
• Refrain from touching statues, idols, holy books, etc., in religious or tourist places.
• Inside religious establishments, abstain from engaging in physical offerings such as distributing Prasad or sprinkling holy water.
• A COVID-19 vaccination certificate is mandatory for visiting temples and sightseeing monuments. Passengers must carry vaccination certificates either in hard copy or on their phones throughout the tour.
• It is advised to avoid physical contact while greeting each other.

Tour Manager

• The Tour Manager serves as your primary source of information during the tour. It is important to adhere to the guidelines provided by the Tour Manager throughout the trip.

During Train Journey

• Refrain from pulling the emergency chain without a valid reason, as this is considered a punishable offense.
• Conserve water and avoid any unnecessary wastage during your journey on the train.
• Always prioritize safety and never attempt to cross railway tracks. Utilize designated foot over bridges for crossing purposes.

Attire

• Respect local customs and dress appropriately during your visits to various places.
• Be mindful of the cultural sensitivities and avoid clothing that may offend the local community or visitors.
• When visiting holy shrines, kindly follow the guidelines and remove your shoes as required.

Decorum

• Please ensure that you use polite language and show respect to your fellow passengers on the train and other visitors at the shrines or places you visit.
• Avoid engaging in rude behaviour or getting involved in arguments with the locals. If you have any concerns or questions, please address them with the Tour Manager.
• It is important to stay together in groups and adhere to the designated timings provided by the Tour Manager when visiting various locations.
• Keep in mind that certain places may have restrictions on photography. Please comply with the local regulations to avoid any violations.
• Kindly note that IRCTC reserves the right to remove any passenger from the tour who is causing disruptions or discord according to their judgment.

Sightseeing

• The provided itinerary may be subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances. Kindly adhere to the instructions given by the Tour Manager.
• IRCTC will not be held liable for any accidents or incidents resulting from negligence or failure to comply with given instructions.

Safety and Security

• Ensure the safety of your belongings throughout the tour.
• Remember to bring a Photo Identity Card, such as Voter’s ID, Passport, PAN Card, etc., for security purposes.
• Provide the Tour Manager with the contact information of the person(s) to be reached in case of an emergency.

For More Information

Contact Detail

INDIAN RAILWAY CATERING AND TOURISM CORPORATION LTD.

Location	Address	Contact Person		Mobile Number
KOLKATA	Old Koilaghat Building, Ground Floor, 3, Koilaghat Street, Kolkata Pin : 700001	Kurban Mallick		85959 04082
		Amit Maitra		85959 04077
		Disha Sarkar		98360 56663
		Tanoy Saha		85959 04080
RANCHI  / TATA / ROURKELA / BOKARO	Railway Station Ranchi, Near Parcel Office, Pin – 834001	Mukesh Prasad		85959 37902
		Jyoti Kumari		85959 37903
		Yogesh Kumar		85959 37901
		Zubraj Minz		85959 37900
ASANSOL	Railway Station Asansol, Near SBI ATM, Pin – 7133301	Nikhil Sonar	85959 09638
PATNA / GAYA	Biscomaun Tower, 4th Floor, West Gandhi  Maidan,   Patna – 800001	Sanjeev Kumar	85959 37726
		Manish Kumar	85959 37727
		Santosh Kumar	85959 37731
		Mukesh Kumar	85959 37732
		Gautam Kishore	97714 40025
		Arvind Kumar	85959 37711

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