Gadwal – The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has launched two special pilgrimage train packages for the residents of the Telugu states. These journeys, beginning from Hyderabad, will take place between June 14 and July 13, 2025, as announced by IRCTC Joint General Manager (Tourism), Mr. D.S.G.P. Kishore.
Package 1: Ganga Ramayana Pilgrimage
This tour will cover sacred places like Varanasi (Kashi), Ayodhya, Naimisharanya, Prayagraj, and Shringverpur. The journey starts on June 14 and ends on June 22. Ticket options are as follows:
– Sleeper Class: ₹16,200
– 3rd AC: ₹26,500
– 2nd AC: ₹35,000
The train will pass through Secunderabad, Bhongir, Jangaon, Kazipet, Warangal, Mahabubabad, Dornakal, Khammam, Madhira, Vijayawada, Eluru, Rajahmundry, Samarlakota, Tuni, Duvvada, Pendurthi, Vizianagaram, Palasa, Berhampur, and Bhubaneswar.
Package 2: Five Jyotirlinga Pilgrimage
This tour includes visits to Mahakaleshwar and Omkareshwar (Ujjain), Trimbakeshwar, Bhimashankar, Grishneshwar, along with sightseeing in Ellora, Mow, and Nagpur. The trip begins on July 5 and concludes on July 13. Ticket prices are:
– Sleeper Class: ₹14,700
– 3rd AC: ₹22,900
– 2nd AC: ₹29,900
The train route includes Secunderabad, Kamareddy, Nizamabad, Dharmabad, Nanded, Mudkhed, and Purna.
Included Facilities:
– Train and bus travel
– Hotel stays
– All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
– Water bottles
– Local sightseeing
– Travel insurance
– Free temple transfers from railway stations
Each train can hold 718 passengers. Two coordinators will assist every 70 passengers. Each coach will have a security guard, and CCTV surveillance will ensure safety.
For more details or to book, interested individuals can reach out at 9701360701, 9281030712, 9281495845, 9281030749, 9281030750, or visit www.irctctourism.com.
Issued by:
D.S.G.P. Kishore
Joint General Manager – Tourism, IRCTC
