IRCTC, known for catering to the needs of pilgrims, has introduced a tour package that allows devotees to visit the 7 Jyotirlingas.
This religious tour package is presented as a part of India’s “Incredible India” campaign. In this IRCTC tour package, devotees will embark on a journey through the Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train.
Just like other IRCTC tour packages, this one also includes accommodations and meals for pilgrims.
IRCTC consistently offers various tour packages, both domestic and international, providing travelers with affordable journeys by train and airplane.
Notably, IRCTC’s tour packages offer various amenities, and they take care of the boarding and food arrangements, all provided by IRCTC itself. Let’s explore the details of IRCTC’s Jyotirlinga tour package.
Visiting the 7 Jyotirlingas on IRCTC’s Tour Package
- Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga: Devotees will have the opportunity to see the sacred Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga.
- Somnath Jyotirlinga: The pilgrimage includes a visit to the renowned Somnath Jyotirlinga.
- Dwarkadhish Temple: Devotees will also visit the Dwarkadhish Temple.
- Nageshwar Jyotirlinga: This tour includes a visit to the Nageshwar Jyotirlinga.
- Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga: Pilgrims will have the chance to offer prayers at the Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga.
- Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga: The pilgrimage encompasses a visit to the Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga.
- Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga: Devotees will visit the sacred Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga.
A 9-Night, 10-Day Journey by IRCTC
This IRCTC tour package spans 9 nights and 10 days. The journey commences from Gorakhpur, and pilgrims will travel by the special IRCTC pilgrim train.
Starting the Pilgrimage from Gorakhpur
The tour starts from Gorakhpur, and pilgrims will embark on their journey to visit the 7 Jyotirlingas.
The total number of berths available on this tour package is 767, including 49 Comfort Class berths, 70 Standard berths, and 648 Economy seats.
Pilgrims can book this tour package through the official IRCTC website. IRCTC’s Jyotirlinga tour package is scheduled to commence on November 17th.
Pricing for IRCTC’s Tour Package
The pricing for IRCTC’s tour package varies based on your choice of class. If you choose to travel in the Comfort Class, the cost per person is 42,200 rupees.
For pilgrims opting for the Standard category, the per-person cost is 31,800 rupees. Meanwhile, for those traveling in the Economy class, the cost is 18,950 rupees per person.
If you’re traveling with a child aged 5 to 11 in the Comfort Class, the child’s fare will be 40,650 rupees.
In the Standard category, children in the same age group will pay 30,500 rupees, and in the Economy category, the fare will be 17,850 rupees.
