If you’re planning a spiritual journey in 2026, IRCTC has introduced a special 10-day, 9-night Divine East Temple Tour on the Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train.
The package covers some of India’s most famous pilgrimage destinations, including Varanasi, Kolkata, Gangasagar, Puri, Bhubaneswar, Konark, Chilika Lake, and Deoghar.
The train will depart on March 9, 2026, from Delhi Safdarjung and return on March 18, 2026.
Boarding Stations and Complete Travel Route
Passengers do not have to board only from Delhi.
The train will also pick up and drop off passengers at Ghaziabad, Moradabad, Bareilly, and Lucknow, making the journey more convenient.
During the tour, pilgrims will visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi and witness the famous Ganga Aarti by boat.
The journey then continues to Kolkata, where travelers will visit the Victoria Memorial, Dakshineshwar Kali Temple, Belur Math, and Kalighat Temple. A day trip to Gangasagar is also included, where pilgrims can take a holy dip at the Sagar Sangam and visit the Kapil Muni Temple.
The next stop is Puri, where visitors will explore the Jagannath Temple, Konark Sun Temple, Lingaraj Temple in Bhubaneswar, the Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves, enjoy a boat ride on Chilika Lake, and visit the famous artisan village of Raghurajpur.
Before returning to Delhi, the train will also stop at Baidyanath Dham in Deoghar.
Bharat Gaurav Train Fare
The Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train has 150 seats divided into four travel categories.
Superior AC First Class (Coupe/Cabin) fares start from ₹98,920 for children and go up to ₹1,22,160 for single occupancy.
Deluxe AC 2 Tier fares range between ₹90,905 and ₹1,14,145, depending on occupancy.
Comfort AC 3 Tier is the most affordable option, with fares starting at ₹73,070 for children and going up to ₹94,505 for single occupancy.
According to IRCTC, these fares already include a 33% promotional discount offered under the Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train scheme.
What is Included in the Package?
The package includes the complete train journey, four nights in 3-star hotels (two nights each in Kolkata and Puri), and five overnight stays on the train.
Travelers will also get a same-day wash-and-change facility in Varanasi.
The tour includes vegetarian meals throughout the journey.
AC First Class and AC 2 Tier passengers will dine in the train’s restaurant coach, while AC 3 Tier passengers will receive meals at their seats.
The package also covers AC bus transportation for sightseeing, entry tickets to monuments, tour guides, accident insurance, and assistance from an IRCTC Tour Manager.
Important Things to Know Before Booking
IRCTC will allocate berths only three days before departure.
For every two passengers travelling together, only one lower berth is guaranteed.
This is an important point for senior citizens and passengers who specifically require a lower berth.
Travelers should also read the cancellation policy carefully before booking.
If you cancel 15 days or more before departure, the cancellation charge is ₹250 per person.
Cancellation between 8 and 14 days before departure will attract a 25% deduction of the package cost.
If cancelled 4 to 7 days before departure, 50% of the fare will be deducted.
However, if the booking is cancelled less than four days before departure, no refund will be provided, and the entire package amount will be forfeited.
For devotees looking to visit several major pilgrimage destinations in one trip, the IRCTC Divine East Temple Tour offers a well-planned journey with travel, accommodation, meals, sightseeing, and guided services included in a single package.
