{"id":7646,"date":"2025-07-28T11:24:06","date_gmt":"2025-07-28T11:24:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/railtravels.org\/?p=7646"},"modified":"2025-07-28T11:24:06","modified_gmt":"2025-07-28T11:24:06","slug":"dakshin-bharat-yatra-irctc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/train\/dakshin-bharat-yatra-irctc\/","title":{"rendered":"Dakshin Bharat Yatra-IRCTC"},"content":{"rendered":"

Dakshin Darshan with Mallikarjuna Yatra (WZPSTT17)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Description:<\/strong><\/p>\n

IRCTC takes the privilege of operating an exclusive Pilgrim Special tourist train for Dakshin Darshan with Mallikarjuna Yatra (WZPSTT-17) starting from Indore with confirmed train tickets in Non AC Sleeper Class and 3rd AC Class for its esteemed passengers. The destinations covered in Itinerary include Mallikarjuna \u2013 Kanchipuram \u2013 Rameshwaram \u2013 Madurai \u2013 Kanyakumari. It is one of the most affordable all inclusive tour package. Booking of Pilgrim Special Tourist Trains is available online on our website (www.irctctourism.com). Booking can also be done through our Tourist Facilitation Center and Regional Offices.<\/p>\n

Boarding & De-boarding Points:<\/strong>\u00a0Indore, Dewas, Ujjain, Shujalpur, Sehore, Rani Kamlapati, Hoshangabad, Itarsi, Betul, Nagpur, Sevagram and Balharshah.<\/p>\n

Destination Covered:<\/strong>\u00a0Mallikarjuna \u2013 Kanchipuram \u2013 Rameshwaram \u2013 Madurai \u2013 Kanyakumari<\/p>\n

Itinerary Dated :-<\/strong> 15.01.2025 \u2013 24.01.2025 (09Nights \/ 10 Days)<\/p>\n

Route:-<\/strong>\u00a0Indore \u2013 Mallikarjuna \u2013 Kanchipuram \u2013 Rameshwaram \u2013 Madurai \u2013 Kanyakumari \u2013 Indore.<\/p>\n

Itinerary No.:<\/strong>\u00a0WZPSTT17<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Package Details<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Package Name<\/td>\nDAKSHIN DARSHAN WITH MALLIKARJUNA YATRA<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Traveling Mode<\/td>\nTrain<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Departure Station<\/td>\nIndore<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Class<\/td>\n3AC & SL<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Frequency<\/td>\n15.01.2025<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Meal Plan<\/td>\nBreakfast, Lunch and Dinner<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Tariff:<\/strong>\u00a0(Including GST) All price mentioned are per person<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n
Category<\/td>\nPrice Per Person<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Standard (SL)<\/td>\nRs. 9,450\/-<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Comfort (3AC)<\/td>\nRs. 15,750\/-<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

For More Information About-\u00a0Dakshin Darshan with Mallikarjuna Yatra (WZPSTT17):<\/strong>\u00a0Itinerary, Package Inclusions, Package Exclusions, Cancellation Policy, Terms and Conditions (Tour Manager, In the train, Attire, Decorum, IRCTC\u2019s DO\u2019s, IRCTC\u2019s DON\u2019Ts, DO\u2019s and DONT\u2019S for COVID-19)<\/a><\/h4>\n

For more information & Details Contact:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
City Name<\/strong><\/td>\nContact Details<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Indore<\/strong><\/td>\nTourist Facilitation Centre, Platform no. 1, Railway Station, Indore. 0731- 2522200, 82879 31729, 82879 31656, 82879 31724, 82879 31723<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bhopal<\/strong><\/td>\nIRCTC Regional Office: 2nd<\/sup>\u00a0Floor, Block-4, Paryawas Bhawan, Arera Hills, Bhopal. 0755- 4285226, 82879 31656, 82879 31723, 82879 31724<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Jabalpur<\/strong><\/td>\nArea Office Ticket Counter: Platform no. 1, Railway Station, Jabalpur. 0761 -4010702, 82879 31724, 82879 31723, 82879 31656.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Here\u2019s the most accurate and current information<\/strong> on IRCTC\u2019s Dakshin Bharat Yatra<\/strong> (South India pilgrimage tour) by Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train:<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\ude82 IRCTC Dakshin Bharat Yatra \u2013 Bharat Gaurav Special Tourist Train Packages<\/h2>\n

\ud83d\uddd3 Upcoming Departures<\/h3>\n
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  1. Starting July 28, 2025<\/strong> \u2013 from Pathankot Cantt<\/strong>\n
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    • Duration<\/strong>: 13 days \/ 12 nights<\/li>\n
    • Route<\/strong>: Tirupati \u2192 Rameshwaram \u2192 Madurai \u2192 Kanyakumari \u2192 Markapur (Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga)<\/li>\n
    • Boarding Points<\/strong>: Pathankot, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Chandigarh, Ambala, Karnal, Panipat, Sonipat, Hazrat Nizamuddin, Mathura, Agra Cantt, Gwalior<\/li>\n
    • Fare<\/strong>:\n
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      • Sleeper (Economy): \u20b930,135<\/li>\n
      • 3AC (Standard): \u20b943,370<\/li>\n
      • 2AC (Comfort): \u20b957,470<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
      • Includes all meals, stay, sightseeing transfers, tour manager, travel insurance and security<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
      • Starting August 13, 2025<\/strong> \u2013 from Sikar Junction (via Jaipur corridor)<\/strong>\n
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        • Duration<\/strong>: 12 nights \/ 13 days (some sources say 11 nights\/12 days)<\/li>\n
        • Dashboard<\/strong> includes same major pilgrimage sites: Rameshwaram, Madurai, Kanyakumari, Tirupati, Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga<\/li>\n
        • Fare<\/strong>:\n
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          • Sleeper (Economy): \u20b926,695<\/li>\n
          • 3AC (Standard): \u20b938,635<\/li>\n
          • 2AC (Comfort): \u20b951,075<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
          • Shows multiple boarding\/deboarding stations from Rajasthan\u2013Gujarat\u2013Madhya corridor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            \ud83d\udccc Earlier & Ongoing Offers<\/h3>\n
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            • October 2022<\/strong> package covered similar route starting at \u20b915,700 (SL) to \u20b919,125 (3AC) depending on category<\/li>\n
            • A December 12, 2024 short 7-day variant<\/strong> originated from Hyderabad\/Secunderabad including Rameshwaram, Madurai, Trichy, Kanyakumari; cost was \u20b97,140 (SL) and \u20b98,610 (3AC)<\/li>\n
            • The newer \u201cDakshin Darshan Yatra with 2 Jyotirlinga\u201d<\/strong>, launching August 21, 2025<\/strong> from Indore\/Rewa corridor covers Tirupati, Rameshwaram, Madurai, Kanyakumari, and Srisailam (Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga). Fare is \u20b920,800 (SL) to \u20b946,500 (2AC)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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              \u2705 Summary Table<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
              Tour Package<\/th>\nDuration<\/th>\nRoute Covered<\/th>\nFare per Person (\u20b9)<\/th>\nStatus<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
              Pathankot-origin Dakshin Bharat Yatra<\/td>\n12N \/ 13D<\/td>\nTirupati \u2192 Rameshwaram \u2192 Madurai \u2192 Kanyakumari \u2192 Mallikarjuna<\/td>\n30,135 (SL) \/ 43,370 (3AC) \/ 57,470 (2AC)<\/td>\nRuns Jul\u2011Aug 2025<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              Sikar\u2011origin Dakshin Bharat Yatra<\/td>\n11\u201312N \/ 12\u201313D<\/td>\nSame route via Rajasthan boarding points<\/td>\n26,695 (SL) \/ 38,635 (3AC) \/ 51,075 (2AC)<\/td>\nRuns Aug 13, 2025<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              Dakshin Darshan 2\u2011Jyotirlinga Yatra<\/td>\n10N \/ 11D<\/td>\nTirupati \u2192 Rameshwaram \u2192 Madurai \u2192 Kanyakumari \u2192 Srisailam<\/td>\n20,800 (SL) \/ 33,535? \/ 44,600? (2AC)<\/td>\nStarts Aug 21, 2025<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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              \ud83e\udded Which Option Should You Pick?<\/h2>\n
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              • For full South-India pilgrimage including most major shrines + one Jyotirlinga<\/strong>, choose the main Dakshin Bharat Yatra<\/strong> departing from Pathankot or Sikar in July\/August.<\/li>\n
              • Looking for a budget-friendly yet spiritually rich option<\/strong> and okay with only two Jyotirlingas? The Dakshin Darshan Yatra with 2 Jyotirlinga<\/strong> offers lower fare and still covers key sites.<\/li>\n
              • Prefer VIP or shorter curated trip? Consider IRCTC’s standalone packages or Golden Chariot routes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                \ud83d\udcac What Others Have Noted<\/h2>\n
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                • Reddit users highlight that economy (Sleeper) class is non-AC and often less comfortable<\/strong> for older travellers; AC options are highly recommended especially for long-duration 12\u201313 day tours<\/li>\n
                • SomeTrain route issues like Pamban bridge<\/em> closure may force bus transfers (e.g. approaching Rameshwaram) \u2014 IRCTC plans accordingly and includes alternate transport as needed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                  \ud83d\udcdd Package Details \ud83d\udfe9<\/h2>\n
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                  • Inclusions<\/strong>: Confirmed train tickets, daily vegetarian meals, shared dorm\/hotel accommodation, local bus transfers (AC for Comfort), tour manager, travel insurance, and onboard security.<\/li>\n
                  • Exclusions<\/strong>: Entry fees to temples\/shrines, Tirupati darshan booking (paid separately).<\/li>\n
                  • Booking<\/strong>: Available on IRCTC Tourism portal; supports LTC claims and EMI payment options. Make sure Aadhaar-based OTP authentication is enabled (new July 2025 rule for Tatkal)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                    \ud83d\udccc What Would You Like Next?<\/h2>\n
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                    • Help with boarding\/deboarding stations near Ranchi or your region<\/strong>?<\/li>\n
                    • Comparing comfort levels, room sharing, and class choices?<\/li>\n
                    • Assistance with booking steps, part-payment system?<\/li>\n
                    • Or planning a custom route<\/strong> combining Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Telangana?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                      Let me know your preferred departure board city<\/strong>, budget class<\/strong>, and essential temples, and I\u2019ll craft a tailored itinerary for you!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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