IRCTC's 'Puri – Gangasagar – Baidyanath Dham Yatra' through Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train
· Free Press Journal
Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC), a Navratna Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, has announced the 'Puri – Gangasagar – Baidyanath Dham Yatra' aboard the Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train. The 8 Nights/9 Days pilgrimage tour will commence from Solapur on 30 September 2026, offering devotees a spiritually enriching and hassle-free travel experience.
Dr. A.K.Singh,PRO, IRCTC West Zone Said that the specially curated pilgrimage train will cover some of India's most revered religious destinations, including Puri, Bhubaneswar, Gangasagar, and Baba Baidyanath Dham (Jasidih). The tour package is available at an attractive starting price of ₹16,280 per person.
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Designed to provide a comfortable, safe and well-organised journey, the Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train offers both AC and Non-AC travel options, enabling pilgrims to experience India's rich spiritual and cultural heritage with complete peace of mind.
"To cater to the diverse needs of pilgrims, the Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train offers three travel categories—Economy Sleeper (SL), Standard 3AC and Comfort 2AC. The train has a capacity of approximately 750 passengers and will provide boarding and deboarding facilities at Solapur, Kurduwadi, Daund, Pune, Lonavala, Karjat, Panvel, Kalyan, Nashik, Manmad, Chalisgaon Junction, Bhusawal, Akola, Badnera, Wardha and Nagpur. We invite devotees to reserve their seats and experience a seamless journey that beautifully combines spirituality, culture and comfort."
The All-Inclusive Package Includes:
Comfortable rail travel in Sleeper (SL), 3AC and 2AC coaches
Accommodation in budget hotels on twin, triple or quad-sharing basis
Pure vegetarian meals throughout the tour
Local sightseeing and transfers by AC and Non-AC vehicles
Comprehensive travel insurance
Services of experienced IRCTC Tour Managers throughout the journey
IRCTC has made comprehensive arrangements to ensure the health, safety and comfort of all passengers throughout the tour.
Tour Package Tariff
Economy Sleeper (SL): ₹16,280 per person
Standard 3AC: ₹27,790 per person
Comfort 2AC: ₹36,940 per person
Bookings for the tour are now open through the IRCTC Tourism portal. Interested travellers are advised to book early, as seats are limited. For further information, please contact +91 8287931886 or email [email protected].
The 'Puri – Gangasagar – Baidyanath Dham Yatra' promises a memorable pilgrimage that blends divine spirituality, India's timeless traditions and comfortable travel. With packages starting at just ₹16,280 per person, this is an ideal opportunity for devotees to embark on a well-planned spiritual journey. As seats are limited, early booking is strongly recommended.