Dakshin Bharat Tourist Train (EZPSTT10)
Description
“Pilgrim Special Tourist Train”, one of the most affordable, all-inclusive tour packages, covering all the important tourist places in the country. Booking of Special Tourist Trains is available online on IRCTC website. Bookings can also be done through IRCTC Tourist Facilitation Centre, Zonal Offices and Regional Offices.
Destination covered :- Tirupati – Madurai – Rameswaram – Kanyakumari – Puri
Boarding / De-boarding Points: Mongyar – Sultanganj – Bhagalpur – Kahalgaon – Sahibganj- Tinpahar – Barharwa – Pakur – Rampurhat – Bolpur – Burdwan – Dankuni – Andul – Mecheda – Kharagpur
Itinerary Dated :- 16.01.2025 to 26.01.2025 (10N / 11D)
Itinerary No :– EZPSTT10
| Package Details | |
| Package Name | Dakshin Bharat Tourist Train (EZPSTT10) |
| Traveling Mode | Train |
| Station / Departure Time | Kolkata |
| Class | 3AC & SL |
| Frequency | 16.01.2025 |
| Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
Tariff: (Including GST)
| Category | Price Per Pax |
| Standard ( SL) | 10395/- |
| Comfort (3AC) | 17,325/- |
All price mentioned are per person
*Note: No fare for child below 5 years and children of 5 and above are entitled to pay the full adult fare
Contents
For More Information About- Dakshin Bharat Tourist Train (EZPSTT10): Itinerary, Package Inclusions, Package Exclusions, Cancellation Policy, Terms and Conditions (Tour Manager, In the train, Attire, Decorum, IRCTC’s DO’s, IRCTC’s DON’Ts, DO’s and DONT’S for COVID-19)
Contact for Assistance & Information
KOLKATA : IRCTC LTD, Old Koilaghat Building, Ground Floor, 3, Koilaghat Street, Kolkata, Pin: 700001, Amit Maitra: 90020 40010, Manish Kumar: 90020 40069, Dipankar Manna: 90020 40108, Nikhil Prasad: 97714 40016
BHAGALPUR, MONGHYR, SAHIBGANJ, PAKUR, BANKA, GODDA, DUMKA: TANAY SAHA: 93300 20417, KORBAN MALLICK: 90020 40142, GUNJAN: 75491 20422, AMIT PRAKASH: 82103 39565
RAMPURHAT, BOLPUR, BURDWAN: IRCTC OFFICE COORDINATORS, AMIT MAITRA: 90020 40010, TANAY SAHA: 93300 20417, NIKHIL PRASAD: 97714 40016
DHANBAD: INDIAN RAILWAY CATERING AND TOURISM CORPORATION LTD. Area Office, Platform No -8, Pin -826001, Praveen Kumar : 97714 40010
Here’s the latest confirmed information on IRCTC’s Dakshin Bharat Tourist Train, also known as the Dakshin Bharat Yatra:
🚂 IRCTC “Dakshin Bharat Yatra” – Bharat Darshan Special Tourist Train
📍 Historical Itinerary (2025 & later)
- Code: NZBD243
- Departure Station: Jalandhar, spanning the South India train circuit
- Duration: ~10–12 days
- Route Highlights: Visits iconic spiritual and cultural sites including Rameshwaram, Meenakshi Amman Temple (Madurai), Kovalam, Trivandrum (Padmanabha Temple), Kanyakumari, Tiruchirappalli, Tirupati (via bus transfers)
- Fare (2019): ₹11,340 per passenger in Sleeper class, inclusive of meals and transfers
🧾 Package Inclusions & Conditions
- Train: Shared sleeper class (non-AC) and optional AC seat for higher fare
- Accommodation: Dormitory or dharamshala (non-AC), floor bedding; upgrades available for extra cost at destination
- Meals: Vegetarian breakfast, lunch, dinner; packaged water during meals
- Transport: Non-AC buses for sightseeing transfers
- Support: Tour escorts and onboard security included
Cancellation penalties apply on sliding scale depending on notice period
🔄 Status and Alternatives in 2025
- No confirmed Dakshin Bharat Yatra departures currently listed for 2025 on IRCTC portals or recent news sources.
- IRCTC is offering new Bharat Gaurav tours in 2025 and 2026; notably, the “Dakshin Darshan Yatra with 2 Jyotirlinga” package is launching on Aug 21, 2025, from Rewa and covers Tirupati, Rameshwaram, Kanyakumari, Madurai, and Srisailam Jyotirlinga
📌 Comparison Table
| Package | Duration | Main Places Covered | Approx Fare (2025) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dakshin Bharat Yatra (Classic) | ~10–12 days | Rameshwaram → Madurai → Trivandrum → Kanyakumari → Tirupati | ₹11–12K (Sleeper) | Not active in 2025 |
| Dakshin Darshan 2 Jyotirlinga Yatra | ~10–11 days | Tirupati, Madurai, Rameshwaram, Kanyakumari, Srisailam | ₹20,800 (SL)–₹46,500 (2AC) | Starts Aug 21, 2025 |
🧭 Which Option Suits You Best?
- Budget travelers interested in a South India circuit with train travel + dormitory stay? The classic Dakshin Bharat Yatra was ideal, though not currently active.
- Prefer a 2025 tour covering South plus a Jyotirlinga temple experience? The new Dakshin Darshan Yatra (with 2 Jyotirlinga) is an excellent choice.
- Want to personalize your route? You can chart a DIY itinerary using regular trains or flights covering South India’s spiritual & heritage sites—happy to help map it for you.
🔍 What Can I Help You With Next?
- Ready to book the Dakshin Darshan Yatra with 2 Jyotirlinga launching in August? I can assist with boarding options (e.g. near Ranchi), fare class comparisons, and booking advice.
- Interested in planning a custom South India pilgrimage itinerary via train + road/flight?
- Would you like to stay updated on any possible revival of the classic Dakshin Bharat Yatra by IRCTC?
Let me know your preferred dates, route, and travel comfort level—I’d be glad to assist you further!