Punya Teerth Yatra (SZBD395)
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 :- Puri – Konark – Kolkata – Gaya – Varanasi – Ayodhya – Prayagraj
Boarding Points:- Madurai, Dindigul, Karur, Erode, Salem, Yelahanka, Vijayawada
De-boarding Point:- Vijayawada, Yelahanka, Salem, Erode, Karur, Dindigul, Madurai
Itinerary Dated :- 12.02.2025 to 22.02.2025
Itinerary No :- SZBD395 (10 Nights / 11 Days)
| Package Details | |
| Package Name | PUNYA TEERTH YATRA (SZBD395) |
| Destination Covered | Puri – Konark – Kolkata – Gaya – Varanasi – Ayodhya – Prayagraj |
| Traveling Mode | Bharat Darshan Train |
| Station / Departure Time | MADURAI : 00:05 hrs |
| Class | Budget |
| Frequency | 12.02.2025 |
Package Tariff:- (Inclusive of GST)
| Package cost (Per person) |
| ₹ 10,550/- |
For More Information About- Punya Teerth Yatra (SZBD395): 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)
For any assistance, please contact:
- Regional Office (Bengaluru)
No. 82, SMR Arcade, Dr .Raj Kumar Road,
Rajajinagar 2nd block, Bengaluru – 560 010.
Telephone: 85959 31291, 85959 31292 - Tourist Information & Facilitation Centre (Mysuru)
Platform No.1, Mysore Railway Station.
Phone: 0821 – 2426001, 85959 31294 - Tourist Information & Facilitation Centre (Hubballi)
Near Main Entrance, Booking Office Concurrence,
Hubballi Railway Station.
Contact – 85959 31293 - Tourist Information & Facilitation Centre (Chennai)
Chennai Central Railway Station.
Contact – 044 25352987, 90031 40681, 82879 31964 - Tourist Information & Facilitation Centre (Madurai)
Concourse Hall, First Floor, Madurai Railway Station.
Contact – 0452- 2345757, 82879 31977 - Tourism Information And Facilitation Centre (Coimbatore)
209, Maruthi Towers, Opp. Govt. Hospital, Trichy Road,
Coimbatore-641018
Contact: 82879 31965 / 90801 99470 - Tourism Information And Facilitation Centre (Vijayawada)
East Booking Area, Vijaywada Railway Station, Vijayawada-01.
Contact:- 0866- 2572280, 97013 60701 - Tourism Information And Facilitation Centre (Secunderabad)
IRCTC TIFC, GF-14, Tourism Plaza, (GMC Balayogi Paryatak Bhavan)
#6-3-870, Greenlands, Begumpet, Hyderabad-500016
Contact:- 040- 23400606, 82879 32229
Here’s the latest verified overview of IRCTC’s “Punya Teerth Yatra” as offered under its Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train initiative:
Contents
🚆 IRCTC Punya Teerth Yatra – Bharat Gaurav Train Tour
🕰️ Past Offering (2025 & 2025)
- Train Code: SZBD388
- Departure: Ex‑Kochuveli (Kerala) on May 4, 2025; also ran ex‑Mysore/Bengaluru in October 2025
- Duration: ~12 days / 11 nights (or 10 nights / 9 days from Bengaluru)
- Pilgrimage Route: Ujjain (Mahakaleshwar), Omkareshwar, Haridwar, Rishikesh, Varanasi, Sarnath, Ayodhya, Prayagraj
- Fare & Classes (October 2025 version):
- Standard (Sleeper): ~₹18,450
- Comfort (3AC): ~₹26,650
- 2AC: ~₹34,910 per person
- Kerala‑departure May 2025 fares:
- Standard: ~₹24,340
- Comfort: ~₹36,340 per person
- Boarding Points: Conducted boarding from stations like Kochuveli, Kollam, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Bangalore, Mysore depending on departure origin
- Inclusions: Sleeper or AC rail travel, veg meals (breakfast/lunch/dinner, tea), dormitory or budget hotel stays, non‑AC road transfers to temples, tour escort, travel insurance
📅 Status in 2025
- As of mid‑2025, IRCTC has not announced any Punya Teerth Yatra departures for this year. There is no update on a 2025 schedule yet
- IRCTC may relaunch it seasonally, especially in mid‑year or around pilgrimage times—watch their official portal or press releases for confirmation.
🧭 Notable Alternatives in 2025
1. Ganga Ramayana Punya Kshetra Yatra (June 2025)
- Runs from Secunderabad on June 23, 2025
- 9-day / 8-night pilgrimage route: Varanasi → Ayodhya → Prayagraj → Naimisharanya
- Fares: ₹16,200 (Sleeper), ₹26,500 (3AC), ₹35,000 (2AC) per person
2. Other IRCTC Pilgrimage Packages
- Offers include Mata Vaishno Devi (₹8,635), Shirdi + Jyotirlinga (₹14,145), Dwarka-Jyotirlinga (₹17,685), etc., with durations from 4–8 days
✅ Summary Table
| Package | Route/Itinerary | Duration | Fare (Approx. per person) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Punya Teerth Yatra (SZBD388) | Mahakaleshwar → Omkareshwar → Haridwar, etc. | 11–12 days | ₹18,450–₹36,340 depending on class | Operated in 2025/23; not in 2025 |
| Ganga Ramayana Punya Kshetra | Varanasi → Ayodhya → Prayagraj → Naimisharanya | 9 days / 8 nights | ₹16,200 (SL); ₹26,500 (3AC); ₹35,000 (2AC) | Scheduled June 2025 |
| Vaishno Devi, Shirdi, Dwarka packages | Shorter pilgrimages across India | 4–8 days | ₹8,600–₹21,990 | Active in 2025 |
🔍 What You May Consider
- If you want the full Punya Teerth train yatra model (Ujjain → Haridwar → Ayodhya → Prayagraj):
It was available in prior years; no schedules yet for 2025. Monitor IRCTC’s devotional tour listings for updates. - Prefer a similar pilgrimage experience this year?
The Ganga Ramayana Punya Kshetra Yatra (June 23, Secunderabad) offers a shorter but spiritually enriching journey visiting key sacred sites. - Looking for shorter India-wide temple circuits?
Many IRCTC packages run weekly with fixed fares and include meals, hotel, and transport. They’re budget‑friendly and LTC‑eligible.
📌 Next Steps
Would you like assistance with:
- Checking possible boarding points near Ranchi or your region
- Comparing fare classes and schedules for any specific package
- Booking of Ganga Ramayana Punya Kshetra Yatra or other nearby pilgrim circuits
- Or building a custom route to cover Punya Teerths independently (via regular trains)?
Let me know your preferred duration, board city, and pilgrimage route, and I’ll be happy to help you plan it further!