Maha Shivaratri Nava Jyotirlinga Yatra (SZBD396)
Description:-
“Bharat Darshan Special Tourist Train”, one of the most affordable, all-inclusive tour package, covering all the important tourist places in the country. Booking of Bharat Darshan Special Tourist Train is available online on IRCTC website. Bookings can also be done through IRCTC Tourist Facilitation Centre, Zonal Offices and Regional Offices.
Destination covered :- Omkareshwar – Mahakaleshwar – Somnath – Triambakeshwar – Bhimshankar – Grushneshwar – Ayundh Nagnath – Parli Vaijinath – Mallikarjuna Swamy
Boarding Points: Madurai, Dindigul, Karur, Erode, Salem, Jolarpettai, Katpadi, Perambur, Nellore, Vijayawada
De-boarding Point: Renigunta, Chennai Central, Katpadi, Jolarpettai, Salem, Erode, Karur, Dindigul, Madurai
Itinerary Dated :- 26.02.2025 to 10.03.2025
Itinerary No :– SZBD396
| Package Details | |
| Package Name | Mahasivarathri Nava Jyothirlinga Yathra |
| Destination Covered | Omkareshwar – Mahakaleshwar – Somnath – Triambakeshwar – Bhimshankar – Grushneshwar – Ayundh Nagnath – Parli Vaijinath – Mallikarjuna Swamy |
| Traveling Mode | Bharat Darshan Train |
| Station / Departure Time | Madurai: 00.05hrs |
| Class | Budget |
| Frequency | 26.02.2025 |
Package Tariff:- (Inclusive of GST)
| Package cost |
| ₹ 15,485 |
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For Bookings and Details Contact us at
- Tourist Information & Facilitation Centre (Chennai)
Chennai Central Railway Station.
Contact – 82879 32121 - Tourist Information & Facilitation Centre (Chennai)
No.9, 7A, The Raintree Place.
Mc.Nichols Road, Chetpet, Chennai – 600031
Contact – 90031 40680 / 82879 31964, 044 – 2836 3726 - Tourist Information & Facilitation Centre (Madurai)
Concourse Hall, First Floor,
Madurai Railway Station.
Contact – 82879 31977, 0452- 2345757 - Tourist Information & Facilitation Centre (Tirucchirappalli)
Tirucchirappalli Railway Station.
Contact – 82879 31974 - Tourism Information And Facilitation Centre (Coimbatore)
209, Maruthi Towers, Opp. Govt. Hospital, Trichy Road,
Coimbatore – 641018
Contact: 82879 31965 / 90801 99470 - Regional Office (Bengaluru)
No. 82, SMR Arcade, Dr .Raj Kumar Road,
Rajajinagar 2nd block, Bengaluru – 560 010.
Telephone: 080- 22960014, 85959 31291, 85959 31290 - Tourist Information & Facilitation Centre (Bengaluru)
Concourse Hall, Next to Higginbothams Book Stall,
Bengaluru City Railway Station.
Phone: 080 – 22960013, 85959 31292 - TOURISM INFORMATION AND FACILITATION CENTRES
Vijaywada (Andhra Pradesh)
East Booking Area, Vijaywada Railway Station, Vijayawada – 01.
Contact :- 0866- 2572280, 97013 60701
Here’s the most accurate and up‑to‑date information about the IRCTC “Maha Shivaratri Nava Jyotirlinga Yatra” package—especially the 9-Jyotirlinga pilgrimage tour that was offered around Shivaratri in past years:
✅ Historical Offering — 2025 Tour
IRCTC had run a special Bharat Darshan Tourist Train tour (Tour Code: SZBD396) in early 2025, around February 26 – March 10, specifically curated for Maha Shivaratri, covering nine major Jyotirlingas:
- Omkareshwar, Mahakaleshwar, Somnath, Trimbakeshwar, Bhimashankar, Grishneshwar, Aundha Nagnath, Parli Vaijnath, Mallikarjuna Swamy
Boarding/deboarding points were across Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh (Madurai to Vijayawada corridor); fare ~₹15,485 in Sleeper (SL) class, with meals and basic dormitory night-stays included
🎟️ Inclusions for the Tour
- Sleeper class train travel
- Dormitory-style night stays / halls (multi-sharing)
- Vegetarian meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) plus tea/coffee and 1 L water per day
- Non-AC bus transfers to temples
- Tour escort and onboard security
🔍 What’s Happening in 2025?
- As of July 2025, no new Maha Shivaratri Nava Jyotirlinga pilgrimage train package has been announced or scheduled for this year.
- IRCTC currently offers other Shiva-related packages in 2025, including Pancha Jyotirlinga tours and 8‑Jyotirlinga + Shirdi circuits, but not this exact 9‑linga package around Shivaratri (e.g., 2025 Ambedkar Yatra covers 5 Jyotirlingas)
📌 Alternative Options Available in 2025
| Option | Duration | Jyotirlingas Covered | Class / Fare Est. | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pancha Jyotirlinga (SMA51) | 4–5 days | 5 Jyotirlingas | Ex Chennai (~₹ | x14 K airfare+travel) |
| 8 Jyotirlinga + Shirdi Yatra | ~11–13 days | 8 Jyotirlingas + Shirdi | Economy ~₹21K–₹33K | Long-distance Bharat Gaurav circuit |
| Custom visit DIY | Flexible | As per your selection | By rail/road | You can combine regular trains & local stays |
- The Pancha‑Jyotirlinga package (Code SMA51) operates during Maha Shivaratri period (~Feb 2025), starting from Chennai region, covering Bhimashankar, Trimbakeshwar, Grishneshwar, Aundha Nagnath, Parli Vaijnath in 5 days/4 nights
🧠 Maha Shivaratri 2025 – Calendar Reference
- Maha Shivaratri in 2025 is on Wednesday, February 26, with devotees observing till early morning Feb 27
- If you plan to visit Jyotirlingas around this date, note that rail traffic and crowding—especially near Prayagraj/Kumbh—may cause special train cancellations or advisories (e.g. Feb 25–28 cancellations, safety notices)
✅ Summary & Recommendations
- The Maha Shivaratri Nava Jyotirlinga Yatra (9‑linga train) has not returned in 2025.
- For Shivaratri-time pilgrimages, your best alternatives within IRCTC offerings are:
- Pancha Jyotirlinga air/ground tour (short, 5-day package, ex‑Chennai)
- Longer Bharat Gaurav 8‑Jyotirlinga + Shirdi train tour (great if you want more temples and longer itinerary)
- You may also build a custom route using regular trains & local temples if you wish to include all nine Jyotirlingas on your own.
📍 What Would You Like to Do Next?
- I can help identify launch details or booking windows if IRCTC announces a 2026 batch.
- Interested in exploring the Pancha package or the 8‑linga + Shirdi Yatra this year?
- Prefer a custom itinerary covering the same nine Jyotirlingas using regular rail / road options?
Let me know your preferred travel window, starting point, class preference, and temples you’re keen on, and I’ll help tailor an itinerary or guide you with booking details!