Indian Railways Launches 7 Jyotirlinga Yatra Package: Route, Fare & Booking Details

Kokila Chokkanathan
The Indian Railways has announced a special pilgrimage tour package that is sure to excite devotees across the country. Under its Bharat Gaurav Tourist train initiative, a new package covering the seven sacred Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva will soon be operational. The journey is designed to offer spiritual seekers a chance to visit some of the holiest shrines in Hindu tradition, while also ensuring comfort and convenience.


🙏 What Is the 7 Jyotirlinga Yatra?

In Hinduism, Jyotirlingas are considered the most sacred abodes of Lord Shiva. Out of the twelve Jyotirlingas spread across india, this train journey will cover seven prominent shrines. These include:

  • Omkareshwar (Madhya Pradesh)
  • Mahakaleshwar (Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh)
  • Nageshwar (Dwarka, Gujarat)
  • Somnath (Gujarat)
  • Trimbakeshwar (Maharashtra)
  • Bhimashankar (Maharashtra)
  • Grishneshwar (Maharashtra)
In addition to these, passengers will also get to visit Dwarkadhish Temple and Bet Dwarka, making the trip spiritually richer.


🗓️ Dates and Duration

  • Tour Duration: 12 days and 11 nights
  • Start Date: november 18, 2025
  • End Date: november 29, 2025
  • Starting & Ending Point: Yog Nagri rishikesh Railway Station
This carefully designed itinerary allows passengers to travel smoothly without the hassle of arranging separate transportation and accommodations.


🚉 Boarding and Deboarding Stations

To make the journey more inclusive, passengers can board the Bharat Gaurav train from multiple stations, including:

  • Gorakhpur
  • Ayodhya Cantt
  • Sultanpur
  • Pratapgarh
  • Prayagraj Sangam
  • Rae Bareli
  • Lucknow
  • Kanpur Central
  • Jhansi (Virangana Lakshmibai)
  • Lalitpur
This ensures that devotees from different parts of North india can easily join the yatra.


💰 Fare Details and Class Options

The package is available in three categories to suit different budgets:

  • Comfort (2AC): Rs 54,390 per person (Rs 52,425 for children)
  • Standard (3AC): Rs 40,890 per person (Rs 39,260 for children)
  • Economy (Sleeper Class): Starting at Rs 24,100 per person
The train has limited berths available in each category—49 in Comfort, 70 in Standard, and 648 in Economy—so early booking is advisable.


🍴 Amenities and Inclusions

The package is all-inclusive, covering:

  • Pure vegetarian meals on board
  • Comfortable accommodation during overnight stays
  • Road transfers for temple visits and sightseeing
  • Professional tour escorts and guides
  • Travel insurance for passengers
  • Eligibility for LTC (Leave Travel Concession) and EMI payment options
This ensures that devotees can focus entirely on their spiritual experience while indian Railways takes care of all the logistics.


📲 How to Book

  • Online: Passengers can book directly through the official IRCTC Tourism website.
  • Offline: Bookings can also be made at designated IRCTC regional offices.
Given the popularity of Jyotirlinga pilgrimages, tickets are expected to sell out quickly.


✨ Final Word

The new 7 Jyotirlinga yatra by Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train is more than just a journey—it’s a spiritual expedition combining faith, tradition, and comfort. By connecting seven sacred shrines across four states, indian Railways is offering devotees a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to seek blessings of Lord shiva while traveling hassle-free.

 

 

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