IRCTC Holy Ganga Yamuna Yatra
Holy Ganga Yamuna Yatra (SCZBD21)
Description
“Bharat Darshan Tourist Train”, one of the most affordable all inclusive tour package, covering all the important tourist places in the country. Booking of Bharat Darshan Tourist Trains is available online on our website. Booking can also be done through our Tourist Facilitation Center, Zonal Offices and Regional Offices.
Destination covered: – Agra – Mathura – Delhi – Haridwar – Ayodhya – Prayag – Varanasi – Gaya
Boarding Points: Renigunta – Cuddapah – Yerraguntla – Gooty – Kurnool Town – Mahbubnagar – Kacheguda – Kazipet – Ramagundam.
De-boarding Points: Ramagundam – Kazipet – Kacheguda – Mahbubnagar – Kurnool Town – Goot – Yerraguntla – Cuddapah – Renigunta.
| Package Details | |
| Package Name | Holy Ganga Yamuna Yatra (SCZBD21) |
| Destination Covered | Agra – Mathura – Delhi – Haridwar – Ayodhya – Prayag – Varanasi – Gaya |
| Traveling Mode | Bharat Darshan Train |
| Station/Departure Time | Renigunta – 00:05 hrs |
| Class | Standard |
| Frequency | 25.02.2020 |
Package Tariff (Per Person):
| Category | Price Per Person |
| Standard | Rs.10395/- |
| Comfort | Rs.12705/- |
Itinerary
Destination covered: – Agra – Mathura – Delhi – Haridwar – Ayodhya – Prayag – Varanasi – Gaya
Boarding Points: Renigunta – Cuddapah – Yerraguntla – Gooty – Kurnool Town – Mahbubnagar – Kacheguda – Kazipet – Ramagundam.
De-boarding Points: Ramagundam – Kazipet – Kacheguda – Mahbubnagar – Kurnool Town – Goot – Yerraguntla – Cuddapah – Renigunta.
Itinerary Dated: 25.02.2025 to 06.03.2025
Itinerary No: SCZBD21
| DATE | PLACE | ARRL. | DEP. |
| 25.02.2025 (Tuesday) |
Departure from Renigunta | — | Early Morning |
| Departure from Cuddapah | Early Morning |
Early Morning |
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| Departure from Yerraguntla | Early Morning |
Early Morning |
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| Departure from Gooty | Morning | Morning | |
| Departure from Kurnool Town | Morning | Morning | |
| Departure from Mahbubnagar | Morning | Morning | |
| Departure from Kacheguda | Afternon | Afternon | |
| Departure from Kazipet | Afternon | Afternon | |
| Departure from Ramagundam | Evening | Evening | |
| 26.02.2025 (Wednesday) |
Arrival at Agra. | Evening | Night Stay |
| 27.02.2025 (Thursday) |
Visit Taj Mahal & Agra Fort. Then, proceed to Mathura by road for visit of Krishna Janma-Bhoomi.
Departure from Mathura. |
Night | Night
Night |
| 28.02.2025 (Friday) |
Arrival at Delhi Safdarjung.
Visit of Red Fort, Raj Ghat, Indira Memorial & Akshardham Temple. |
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Night Stay |
| 29.02.2025 (Saturday) |
Delhi City Tour: Qutub Minar, Lotus Temple & India Gate. Free time for shopping in the evening.
Depart from Delhi Safdarjung. |
Night | |
| 01.03.2025 (Sunday) |
Arrival at Haridwar. Bathe in Ganges.Visit Manasa Devi Mandir by walk. Attend evening Ganga-Aarti at Har-Ki-Pauri. Depart from Haridwar. |
Morning
|
Night |
| 02.03.2025 (Monday) |
Arrival at Prayag.
Bathe in Triveni Sangam. Perform rituals. Visit of Anand Bhavan. Depart from Prayag. Arrival at Varanasi. |
Morning
Night |
Evening
Night Stay |
| 03.03.2025 (Tuesday) |
Bathe in Ganges. Darshan of Kashi Viswanath Temple, Annapoorni Temple & Visalakshi Temple.
Depart from Varanasi. |
– | Night |
| 04.03.2025 (Wednesday) |
Arrival at Gaya.
Perform rituals. Visit Vishnupad Temple. Depart from Gaya. |
Evening |
Evening |
| 05.03.2025 (Thursday) |
Arrival at Ramagundam | Night | Night |
| 06.03.2025 (Friday) |
Arrival at Kazipet | Early Morning |
Early Morning |
| Arrival at Kacheguda | Morning | Morning | |
| Arrival at Mahbubnagar | Morning | Morning | |
| Arrival at Kurnool Town | Morning | Morning | |
| Arrival at Gooty | Morning | Morning | |
| Arrival at Yerraguntla | Afternon | Afternon | |
| Arrival at Cuddapah | Afternon | Afternon | |
| Arrival at Renigunta | Afternon | Tour Ends |
NOTE:
1.The Arrival/ Departure timings at halt stations are tentative, and subject to Railway approval and train running as per the schedule.
2.In case certain halts are not approved by Railways, alternative halt arrangements will be made by IRCTC/SCZ to cover such sightseeing locations. Under such circumstances, announcements will be made in the train.
3.IRCTC/SCZ is not liable for publicized coverage of sightseeing locations in certain cases due to exceptional circumstances beyond its control.
4.In case of No Show, no refund request will be entertained by IRCTC/SCZ.
Inclusion
Package Inclusions:
Budget:
- Train journey by SL class.
- Night stay/Fresh up at Dharmashalas/Hall/Dormitories on multi-sharing basis.
- Morning Tea/Coffee, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & 1 litre drinking water per day.
- Non AC road transfers on SIC basis.
- Tour Escort & Security on train.
Comfort:
- Train journey by 3AC class.
- Night stay/Fresh up at Dharmashalas/Hall/Dormitories on multi sharing basis.
- Morning Tea/Coffee, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & 1 litre Drinking water per day.
- Non A/c road transfers on SIC basis.
- Tour Escort & Security on train.
Package Exclusions:
- Items of personal nature, i.e., laundry, medicines.
- Entrance fee for monuments.
- Service of Tour Guide.
- All services not mentioned in the Package Inclusions.
| Services | Comfort | Standard |
| Train Journey | 3 Tier AC | Sleeper |
| Night Stay | Dharamshala/Lodges/Dormitories on multi-sharing basis. | |
| Wash & change | Dharamshala/Lodges/Dormitories. | |
| Meals | Morning Tea/Coffee, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & 1 Ltr. Drinking Water per day. | |
Note: Leave Travel Concession (LTC) will be issued by IRCTC for the tourists who avail the Bharat Darshan Tours (only the Train Fare & Road Transfers will be admitted) after completion of the tour.
* Passengers can upgrade the accommodation to any category of hotels at the destination(s) on extra cost based on the availability”.
Important Note: IRCTC has right to alter itinerary under unavoidable circumstances and is not liable for any type of natural calamities/strikes/cancellations/delay of train/insurgency of any such nature which is beyond control during the tour-period. Management is not accountable for any theft or damage of luggage during the trip. Operation of Bharat Darshan Trip is subject to minimum no. of passengers booked.
Guidelines:
Food: Morning breakfast with tea/coffee, lunch, night dinner/tiffin.
Transport: 55 Seater Non-push back-Non AC/similar bus for pick up from station and sightseeing will be arranged. Where buses are not permitted, the tourists have to make their own arrangements on alternative modes. Entrance fees, Pooja, Special Darshan charges, Horse-ride and Boating-charges are to be borne by the tourists.
Items to Bring:
1. Pillows, bed-sheet, nylon rope for drying clothes, lock and key with chain to secure luggage, bucket with mug, torch-light, umbrella, medicines, etc.
2. Clothes: Light Woollen clothes, etc.
Terms and Condition
Cancellation Policy:
For cancellation of your ticket, please log into your account, select the Tour Confirmation Number (TCN) of the ticket you wish to cancel and cancel your ticket from your booked history online. Cancellation of your online ticket is possible only in the website www.irctctourism.com, and is not possible through PRS Counters. If the user wishes to cancel his ticket, cancellation rules for the tour package will be as under:
| No. of days before commencement of Trip* | Total Deductions |
| Up to 15 days (excluding departure date) | Rs. 250 /- per passenger |
| Up to 8-14 days (excluding departure date) | 25 % of the package cost |
| Up to 4-7 days (excluding departure date) | 50 % of the package cost |
| Less than 4 days | 100 % of the package cost |
Terms and Conditions:
- Passengers have to board and de-board the train at nominated stations as per the final Railway order and local transportation expenses to be borne by tourists on their own.
- The package tour decided by the IRCTC which will include Sleeper Class/Third A/c Train Tickets, Pure Vegetarian Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, Dormitory/Hall accommodation and Bus for local sightseeing only. Cost value package.
- At Destinations, only Dharamshala accommodation (Dormitory/ Hall) will be provided. The bed rolls will be provided and laid on the ground, beds will not be provided. However, if guests want, they can request the Tour Escort/Train Management for the booking of hotel rooms on extra cost to be paid by the guest as per the feasibility and availability. (There is no commitment of providing beds and room to Bharat Darshan Clients).
- Being a cost value package, personalized service is not viable; hence kindly converge with the group. In case of any assistance required, do contact our group representative.
- Passenger should get full briefing about the tour from IRCTC before/after the booking to avoid any confusion.
- One Glass of Packaged drinking water will be provided during lunch and dinner per day. Drinking water for due course of journey except during lunch & dinner have to be managed by the guest directly, IRCTC is not bound to Provide unlimited usage of Packaged drinking water.
- Normal room temperature water will be served on board whereas IRCTC will try to serve cool water (Subject to availability of Ice during the journey. Serving cool water on board is not mandatory.
- Passengers before boarding the train should ensure the proper Check up of their body/ health from their Doctor in order to be fit for travelling, IRCTC will not be responsible for any mishap due to unfit condition/ health problem such as restlessness/ anxiety/ Unusual breathing problem of Asthmatic clients/ any other physical problems and Natural Death of the passengers.
- No rude behavior will be entertained, further to which you will be forced to drop from the tour.
- Avoid any unlawful arguments and disquieting the beauty of tour programme.
- Kindly queue while boarding the buses and don’t rush at the accommodation centre. Our representative would allot accommodation as specified.
- It is the duty of the co-passenger to provide seats first for the Handicapped and old people.
- You should adhere to the time announced by the tour representatives. Failing which you will have to come to the next destination on your own expenses.
- While traveling, there might be some delay in providing food, so old people and diabetic passengers should carry some refreshments.
- There might be delay in train arrivals and departures and the train may not be able to follow the train timings for which you will have to bear with us.
- There may be changes in the sightseeing itinerary that may be caused due to arise of situations that have to be adhered.
- Announcement made in the train should be followed strictly to have pleasant travel.
- In case any problem arises during the journey, the company’s decision will be final.
- The tourist should follow the instruction given by the tour representative and should not interfere in the administration.
- No smoking and consuming alcohol in the train.
- Please carry ID card at all items (like Driving License, Voter ID card, Ration Card, Pan Card) as proof of Identity for cross verification by Railway Authorities and the same has to be borne by the tourist.
- If any stamped/accident/drowning in Sea/River happened at the destination due to negligence of the passenger/s or situational factor, IRCTC will not be responsible.
- Alternate arrangements will be made for disruption of tour on account of natural calamities and the cost to be borne by the tourist.
- Arrangements will be made for medical attention during sickness and the cost to be borne by the tourist.
- The tourist will have adhere by the periodical guidelines issued by the authorities during the tour through announcement and should not intervene in their working and cause any inconvenience to co-passengers.
- The tour program me may be subject to alterations due to late running of the train. The final timings will be as per the railway order.
- The decision of IRCTC/South Central Zone will be final on account of problems arising in the conduct of the tour.
IRCTC’s DO’s:
- Please DO follow guidelines of the Tour Manager at all times. Your Tour Manager is your source of information.
- Please DO carry a Photo Identity Card indicating proof of age such as Voter’s ID, Passport, PAN Card etc. for Security reasons.
- Please DO take complete and personal care of your belongings during the tour.
- Please DO maintain decency of language as a courtesy towards your fellow passengers in the train and other visitors at the shrines/places you visit.
- Please DO bear Entry Fee, if any, at the monuments if not specified in Inclusions.
- Please DO stay in groups and follow scheduled timings at the places you visit as per instructions of the Tour Manager.
- Please DO adheres to the revised itinerary if the situation so arises by following the instructions of Tour Manager. The itinerary provided to you may change due to unavoidable circumstances either before start of tour or during the tour.
- Please DO leaves the contact details of person(s) to be contacted in case of any Emergency with the Tour Manager.
- Please DO ensures switching off the Lights and fans in the compartments when not in use.
IRCTC’s DON’Ts:
- Please DO NOT consumes alcoholic beverages, bidis, and cigarettes during the tour. IRCTC does not provide, promote or sell alcoholic beverages/cigarettes/bidi etc. and condones the use of all such items in its programs. Consumption of such items while on train is an offence punishable under law.
- Please DO NOT carry any valuables like jewelry, antiques, electronic equipments etc., on the tour. Clients carrying the same shall do so at their own risk. In case of any theft or any law & order issues leading to loss of passenger’s property, IRCTC shall not be responsible for the same.
- Please DO NOT Carry any Prohibited articles in person or in your baggage. The client alone shall be responsible for the cost and consequences that follow in the event of the client carrying the same.
- Please DO NOT be rude while interacting with locals and Please DO NOT indulge in any arguments. In case of any doubts on any matter, you may please communicate with the Tour Manager.
- Please DO NOT indulges in Photography if the same is restricted at certain places.
- Please DO NOT offend the local regulations.
- Please DO NOT pull the chain while traveling on train as it is a punishable offence when done without a valid reason.
- Please DO NOT cross Railway Tracks but instead Use Foot Over Bridges.
- Please DO NOT waste any water unnecessarily in the train.
Tour Manager:
- Your Tour Manager is your source of information. Please follow guidelines of the Tour Manager at all times.
In the train
- Do not pull the chain while traveling on train as it is a punishable offence when done without a valid reason.
- Do not cross railway tracks. Use over footbridges.
- Do not waste any water unnecessarily in the train.
- Lights and fans in the compartments should be switched off when not in use.
Attire
- Please ensure that your attire does not offend the locals/visitors at the places you visit. At holy shrines, you may be required to remove your shoes.
Decorum
- Please maintain decency of language as a courtesy towards your fellow passengers in the train and other visitors at the shrines/places your visit.
- Do not be rude while interacting with locals and do not indulge in any arguments. In case of any doubts on any matter, please communicate with the Tour Manager.
- Please be in groups and follow timings at the places you visit as per instructions of the Tour Manager.
- Photography may be restricted at certain places. Do not offend the local regulations.
- IRCTC reserves the right to remove any passenger that it feels is creating discord on the tour.
- IRCTC does not provide, promote or sell alcoholic beverages/cigarettes/bidi etc. and condones the use of all such items in its programs. Consumption of such items while on train is an offence punishable under law.
Contact Us
| Contact Person Name | Telephone Number | Office Address |
| Zonal Office | 040-27702407 / 9701360701 | IRCTC South Central Zone 9-1-129/1/302, 3rd Floor, Oxford Plaza,S.D. Road, Secunderabad, Telangana |
| Sanghamitra | 8287932227 | |
| Pawan Sengar | 8287932228 | |
| Sashidhar | 8287932229 | |
| Navin Paul | 8287932230 | |
| Harshita singh | 8085574333 | |
| Krupakar | 8328013171 | |
| TIFC Secunderabad | 040-27800580 | TIFC, Platform no.10 Secunderabad Railway Station, Secunderabad. |
| Ch Balaji | 8287932312 | IRCTC Vijayawada, Near Railway Retiring Room,Vijayawada |
| Lalitha | 8287932311 | |
| Vijayawada Office | 0866 -2572280 | |
| K Pavan | 8287932313 | IRCTC Tirupati Platform No.1, 1st Floor,Retiring Rooms Complex, Tirupati Railway Station, |
| Sukumar | 8287932317 |
Here’s an image that captures the spiritual ambiance often associated with IRCTC’s Holy Ganga Yamuna Yatra and similar pilgrimage tours—showcasing devotees at a sacred ritual site like Prayagraj. It sets the tone beautifully for what to expect on such a journey.
Contents
What is the IRCTC “Holy Ganga Yamuna Yatra”?
The Holy Ganga Yamuna Yatra is a cost-value pilgrimage tour package organized by IRCTC as part of its Bharat Darshan series. Typically spanning 10 nights and 11 days, this spiritual train journey connects devotees to seven to eight major pilgrimage sites across north India.
Key Details:
- Route: Begins at Renigunta (near Tirupati) and includes visits to Agra, Mathura, Delhi, Haridwar, Prayagraj (Allahabad), Varanasi, and Gaya.
- Departure Dates: Historically, tours began around late February, such as February 25 departure in 2025.
- Pricing (2020 baseline):
- Sleeper (Budget): Approx. ₹10,395
- 3AC (Comfort): Approx. ₹12,705
Pricing generally covers train travel, meals, dorm-style accommodation, local transport, tour escorts, and security.
- Accommodations & Services:
- Shared dormitories or dharamshalas (with bedrolls, not individual beds).
- Meals include morning tea/coffee, breakfast, lunch, dinner, and sometimes drinking water.
- Non-AC buses for sightseeing; additional charges apply for extras like pooja fees or entry tickets.
- Important to carry essentials like pillow, water bottle, a torch, lock, appropriate clothing, and personal medications.
Summary Table
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Duration | Around 10 nights / 11 days |
| Start Point | Renigunta (Tirupati zone) |
| Destinations | Agra → Mathura → Delhi → Haridwar → Prayagraj → Varanasi → Gaya |
| Pricing | ₹10,000–13,000 (approx., varies by class) |
| Accommodation | Dormitory-style/shared rooms with bedrolls (not individual beds) |
| Meals & Transport | All meals included; local transfers by non-AC bus |
| Booking Essentials | Bring own basics (pillows, clothes, etc.); manage personal expenses like entry fees |
Is This Right for You?
This package is designed for travelers seeking a budget-friendly, immersive spiritual pilgrimage. If you’re okay with shared accommodations and basic comforts in exchange for a rich devotional experience across multiple holy cities, this might be a perfect fit. It’s less of a luxury package and more about the spiritual journey and communities encountered.
If you’d like, I can help explore similar IRCTC packages—like the Ganga Pushkarala Yatra, Ganga Ramayana Yatra—or assist with booking details and comparisons. Just let me know what interests you!
Would you like help checking current availability or comparing this with other IRCTC pilgrimage tours?