Indian railways launches a special Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train in November 2025 to visit 7 sacred Jyotirlingas

Here’s a divine journey worth marking on your calendar. The Indian Railways, through IRCTC, is launching a special Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train tour in November 2025 to visit 7 sacred Jyotirlingas, offering pilgrims a spiritually immersive experience across India’s most revered Shiva temples.

Jyotirlinga Tour Highlights
This 12-day pilgrimage covers:
- Omkareshwar (Madhya Pradesh)
- Mahakaleshwar (Ujjain)
- Nageshwar (Dwarka)
- Somnath (Veraval)
- Trimbakeshwar (Nashik)
- Bhimashankar (Khadki)
- Grishneshwar (Aurangabad)
Bonus stops include Dwarkadhish Temple and Bet Dwarka.

Tour Details
- Dates: November 18–29, 2025
- Departure: Yog Nagri Rishikesh
- Route: Rishikesh → Omkareshwar → Mahakaleshwar → Dwarka → Somnath → Nashik → Bhimashankar → Grishneshwar → Rishikesh

Accommodation & Pricing
Comfort (2AC) - Adult (INR): ₹54,390Child (5–11 yrs): ₹52,425
Standard (3AC) - Adult (INR): ₹40,890Child (5–11 yrs): ₹39,260
Economy (Sleeper) - Adult (INR): ₹24,100Child (5–11 yrs): ₹22,720

- Includes hotel/dharamshala stays, vegetarian meals, travel insurance, and guided tours.
- Up to 33% concession under the Bharat Gaurav scheme is already factored in.

Boarding Points
Multiple stations including Haridwar, Moradabad, Lucknow, Kanpur, and Lalitpur Junction.

Things to Note
- Single travelers may share rooms.
- No guaranteed lower berths.
- Temple entry fees and local sightseeing charges are not included.
- Voter ID/Aadhaar and COVID-19 vaccination proof required.

This tour is a rare chance to explore the spiritual heart of India in comfort and community.