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Railways To Start Puri-Gangasagar Grand Kashi Yatra From Indore On May 16

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Railways To Start Puri-Gangasagar Grand Kashi Yatra From Indore On May 16
Railways To Start Puri-Gangasagar Grand Kashi Yatra From Indore On May 16

Indian Railways has started operating Bharat Gaurav tourist trains promoting the concept of ‘Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat’ and ‘Dekho Apna Desh’. DRM PRO Subedar Singh said that similarly Bharat Gaurav tourist train is being operated by Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Limited (IRCTC) for the pilgrims of Madhya Pradesh. This train will leave for Puri-Gangasagar Grand Kashi Yatra from Indore on May 16.

The train will cover Indore, Ujjain, Rani Kamalapati (Bhopal), Itarsi, Jabalpur, Katni and Anuppur stations of Madhya Pradesh. Passengers will be able to board this train from these stations. The tour package is for 10 days and 9 nights.

The Bharat Gaurav tourist train will also cover sightseeing places of Puri, Gangasagar, Kolkata, Baidyanath, Varanasi and Ayodhya. There will be 3 air-conditioned and 8 sleeper class coaches for passengers on this train.

During the entire journey, passengers will be provided with tea, breakfast, lunch and dinner, and a night rest/bathing facility in a non-AC standard hotel. Non-AC tourist buses will be provided for local tours. There will be an accident insurance cover of Rs 4 lakh included in the ticket itself.

Interested tourists can book their tour packages online on the IRCTC website by visiting www.irctourism.com and also through authorised agents. For more information and booking in this regard, you can contact IRCTC’s Bhopal, Jabalpur and Indore railway station offices at the following phone numbers.

Bhopal numbers- 8287931656, 8287931725, 9321901861, 9321901862 Indore numbers- 0731-2522200, 8287931723, 9321901866, 8297931656 Jabalpur numbers- 0761-299 8807, 9321901832, 8287931656, 9987931725, 9321901862

Let us tell you that Bharat Gaurav tourist trains are an initiative of Indian Railways to promote the concept of operating tourist trains on theme-based circuits. These trains are run to showcase the rich cultural heritage of India. To date, 26 trips of Bharat Gaurav trains have been operated which covered around 22 states and 4 Union Territories. The Journeys on these trains will be on diverse circuits and will be provided in the form of tour packages with services like off-board travel and excursions by buses, stay-at hotels, tour guides, meals, travel insurance, etc to ensure a comfortable journey.

6 tips for first-time travellers, see here

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6 tips for first-time travellers
6 tips for first-time travellers

It can be overwhelming to get ready for your first trip. Despite knowing the fact that every first-time traveller’s preferences and every journey are different.

Here are 6 helpful tips for first-time travellers you need to know:

1. KNOW ABOUT YOUR TRAVEL DESTINATION

Before you travel, research the place you’re going. Is bargaining appropriate? Is it customary to tip? What constitutes appropriate clothing in diverse contexts? What kind of weather can you expect while you’re here? Are there any well-known local frauds to watch out for? Before you leave, you should find out the answers to all of these crucial questions.

2. TRAVEL DURING OFF-SEASON

What makes this time of year the off-season is the greatest question to ask when thinking about off-season vacation. Dealing with less-than-ideal weather or skipping seasonal activities may be worth it, or it may not. But it’s something to think about.

3. PACK LIGHT

‘Pack light’ is one of the primary pieces of advice I’d recommend to first-time travellers, especially if they plan to backpack. Test out the weight that you intend to bear to become familiar with it. Wear your fully-loaded rucksack while going about your everyday activities for a day or two. After you’ve done this, you might be more motivated to lose any excess weight before you go.

4. HAVE COPIES OF IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS

In case your original documents are lost or stolen, remember to make copies of all your critical documents, including your passport and visa. Your best bet is to have both paper copies and digital versions.

5. HIDE YOUR MONEY IN MULTIPLE SPOTS

A money belt is actually a wise concept. Never keep all of your cash in one location in case your coat, bag, or other item is taken or lost. Try to keep some cash on you, some in your bag, and some carefully stashed at the hotel where you are staying.

6. CARRY MEDICINE

Never skimp on the necessities for a stress-free trip, and a first-aid kit is crucial. Bring a variety of medications, especially if you’re visiting a place where the language is unknown to you. Carry bandages, antibiotic ointment, antibiotics, and other medical supplies.

Big News ! Indian Railways Announces Mumbai-Samastipur Summer Special Train, Check Dates And Timings

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Big News ! Indian Railways Announces Mumbai-Samastipur Summer Special Train, Check Dates And Timings
Big News ! Indian Railways Announces Mumbai-Samastipur Summer Special Train, Check Dates And Timings

The Central Railway has announced a summer treat for travellers by launching a special train between Mumbai’s Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (LTT) and Bihar’s Samastipur. To ease the pressure on holiday commuters, the train will run 6 days a week, with 6 trips in each direction.

Train number 01043 will depart from Lokmanya Tilak Terminus on Thursdays (May 4, 11, 18, 25, and June 1 and 8) and stop at Itarsi at 12:15 pm, before reaching Samastipur at 9:15 pm the same day. On the other hand, train number 01044 will depart from Samastipur on Fridays (May 5, 12, 19, 26, and June 2 and 9), stop at Itarsi at 7:55 pm, and reach Lokmanya Tilak Terminus at 07:40 am on the third day.

The upcoming summer special train between Lokmanya Tilak Terminus and Samastipur will have 22 modern Linke Hofmann Busch (LHB) coaches, designed for enhanced comfort and safety during travel. Out of the 22 coaches, 6 will be air-conditioned third-class coaches, 6 will be sleeper class coaches and 8 will be general class coaches. Additionally, the train will have 1 SLRD (seating cum luggage rake) coach and 1 generator car, ensuring an uninterrupted power supply throughout the journey.

In Maharashtra, the train will stop at Kalyan and Igatpuri before reaching Nashik Road, while in Madhya Pradesh, it will halt at Bhusaval, Khandwa, Itarsi, Pipariya, Jabalpur and Katni. The train will also stop at Maihar, Satna, Manikpur, Prayagraj Chhivki, Pt. Deendayal Upadhyay Junction, Buxar and Arrah stations in both directions.

In addition to these stops, the train will also halt at Danapur, Patliputra, Hajipur and Muzaffarpur stations, providing more options for passengers travelling to and from these areas.

Earlier too, the Railways administration flagged off trains for summer holidays. These special trains help to manage the crowd systematically, making it hassle-free for Railways employees as well as the general public. Some of the special trains are the Gorakhpur to Lokmanya Tilak (05018) Festival special train and Lokmanya Tilak to Prayagraj Special (02129), among others.

Best Travel Destinations of Gandhi Nagar: Make a plan to visit Gandhi Nagar in Gujarat this time, then definitely visit 5 places, you will enjoy the journey

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Best Travel Destinations of Gandhi Nagar: Make a plan to visit Gandhi Nagar in Gujarat this time, then definitely visit 5 places, you will enjoy the journey
Best Travel Destinations of Gandhi Nagar: Make a plan to visit Gandhi Nagar in Gujarat this time, then definitely visit 5 places, you will enjoy the journey

Best Travel Destinations of Gandhi Nagar: The name of Gandhi Nagar is taken in the famous tourist destination of the country. If you have not been to Gandhi Nagar even once till now, then you can make a plan to go this time. Let us tell you that there are many such beautiful places in Gandhi Nagar, by visiting which you can make your journey memorable.

Best Travel Destinations of Gandhi Nagar: You must have visited Ahmedabad for one reason or the other, but this time if you are planning to go to Gujarat, then do visit Gandhi Nagar once. Please inform that Gandhi Nagar is the capital of Gujarat and is quite famous across the country.

Gandhi Nagar is seen as a historical and cultural heritage. Where you can make your journey memorable by visiting, as well as you can do shopping in the markets here. So let’s know about some famous travel destinations of Gandhi Nagar.

Adalaj Stepwell

Adalaj Stepwell i.e. Adalaj’s stepwell is a very famous place and people come from far and wide to see it. Please tell that Adalaj Stepwell was built in the year 1498 to remove the water crisis. The Adalaj Stepwell is five storeys deep and there are stairs to go down.

Akshardham Temple

Akshardham Temple of Gandhi Nagar is quite famous. This temple has been built by Swaminarayan sect and this temple is dedicated to Lord Swami Narayan. The idols of more than two hundred deities are installed in this temple. Built in the year 1992, this temple is said to be a splendid piece of beautiful carving and architecture.

Sarita Udyan

Sarita Udyan, situated on the banks of Sabarmati river, is called the best picnic spot in Gujarat. It is made in a very large area and it may take you at least an hour to explore Sarita Udyan. Beautiful colorful flowers and different types of rare beautiful birds are also present in this garden.

Dandi Kutir Museum

Dandi Kutir Museum is related to the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi. Dandi March or Civil Disobedience Movement is mentioned in this museum through pictures. By seeing this, you can easily get information about Dandi March.

Trimandir

You will get to see glimpses of Vaishnavism and Jainism in Trimandir. Many incarnations of Lord Shiva and Vishnu and statues of Mahavir Jain are present in this Trimandir. Mini theater and beautiful fountain are also present in this temple.

IRCTC is giving the opportunity to visit Kashi and Gangasagar, know the details of booking

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IRCTC is giving the opportunity to visit Kashi and Gangasagar, know the details of booking
IRCTC is giving the opportunity to visit Kashi and Gangasagar, know the details of booking

IRCTC Tour Package: Pilgrims will be taken to Jagannath Puri, Gangasagar, Baidyanath, Varanasi and Ayodhya by Bharat Gaurav train. You can catch trains from Indore, Ujjain, Rani Kamlapati, Itarsi, Jabalpur and Katni. The tour will be of 10 days.

IRCTC Tour Package: Tour packages for religious places along with tourist places are offered by the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation i.e. IRCTC. In this episode, IRCTC is going to operate Puri-Gangasagar journey by Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train. If you want to visit unique places of India and want to earn merit, then you should not miss this tour. Rent is also not much. After purchasing the package, all the tension will be of IRCTC, which also includes your food and stay arrangements.

Under this tour package, Jagannath Temple in Puri and Konark Sun Temple, Ganga Sagar Tirth, Kali Mata Temple in Kolkata, Baijnathdham Baijnathdham Jyotirlinga in Baijnath, Mahabodhi Temple and Vishnupad Temple in Gaya, Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi and visit the corridor Will go Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train will leave from Indore on May 16, 2023.

Will have to spend Rs 17,600 per person

Rs 17,600 will have to be spent per person for this package. At the same time, under this tour package, passengers will be made to travel for 9 nights and 10 days. In this special train, passengers will be able to board/deboard from Indore, Ujjain, Rani Kamlapati, Itarsi, Jabalpur and Katni stations. You don’t have to worry about food and drink in this package.

Tour Package Highlights

  • Package Name- Puri Gangasagar Bhavya Kashi Yatra (WZBGI01)
  • Destinations Covered- Jagannath Puri, Gangasagar, Baidyanath, Varanasi and Ayodhya
  • Duration of tour – 9 nights and 10 days
  • Departure date – May 16, 2023
  • Boarding/Deboarding Points- Indore, Ujjain, Rani Kamalapati, Itarsi, Jabalpur and Katni
  • Meal Plan – Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Travel Mode- Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train
  • Class – Sleeper

Indian Railways will start Divya Kashi Yatra on April 28, see details here

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Railways To Start Puri-Gangasagar Grand Kashi Yatra From Indore On May 16
Railways To Start Puri-Gangasagar Grand Kashi Yatra From Indore On May 16

These theme-based trains were conceptualized to showcase India’s rich cultural and religious heritage to domestic and international tourists. Keeping this in mind, Indian Railways will start Puri-Gangasagar Divya Kashi Yatra from Pune on 28 April 2023.

Indian Railways is running Bharat Gaurav tourist trains from all over the country to promote India as a domestic and international tourist spot, which is in accordance with the vision of Government of India, Dekho Apna Desh and Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat. These theme-based trains were conceptualized to showcase India’s rich cultural and religious heritage to domestic and international tourists. Keeping this in mind, Indian Railways will start Puri-Gangasagar Divya Kashi Yatra from Pune on 28 April 2023.

This is the full detail

This trip will be of 9 nights / 10 days. Tourists will be taken to holy cities like Puri, Kolkata, Gaya, Varanasi and Prayagraj. They will have the opportunity to visit the most famous temples and pilgrimage sites including Jagannath Puri Temple, Konark Temple, Lingaraj Temple in Puri, Kali Bari in Kolkata, Ganga Sagar, Vishnu Pada Temple, Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Bodh Gaya in Gaya. The tour package is divided into three categories Economy, Comfort and Deluxe.

To increase the train occupancy, the price of the tour has been kept very attractive. IRCTC is offering all inclusive vacation packages which will include everything from Bharat Gaurav train ride in first class cabin to your miles (both on and off the train) and hotel stay.

Train from Patna to Tirupati for the first time, will run three days a week, know the time schedule

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Train from Patna to Tirupati for the first time, will run three days a week, know the time schedule
Train from Patna to Tirupati for the first time, will run three days a week, know the time schedule

Traveling from Patna to Tirupati will now be very convenient. For the first time, Railways has provided train facility on this section. This train will go directly from Danapur in Patna to Tirupati. Railways has announced several special trains in view of the rush of passengers during the summer vacation.

Patna. Traveling from Patna to Tirupati will now be very convenient. For the first time, Railways has provided train facility on this section. This train will go directly from Danapur in Patna to Tirupati. Railways has announced several special trains in view of the rush of passengers during the summer vacation. Railways has so far announced 17 pairs of special trains. These trains will be operated on different railway sections.

Train will run from Danapur to Tirupati three days a week

In this sequence, a pair of summer special trains have also been announced to run between Danapur and Tirupati. This train will run from Danapur to Tirupati three days a week. According to the information given by the Railways, a special train will be run from Danapur to Tirupati on 24 April, 1 May and 8 May. Apart from this, a special train will run from Tirupati to Danapur on 29 April and 06 May.

Danapur to Tirupati Train Timings

According to the information released by the railway, train number 07420 Danapur-Tirupati special train will run between Danapur to Tirupati on 24 April, 01 May and 08 May. In these three days, it will open from Danapur at 02.00 pm on Tuesday and reach Tirupati at 07.45 pm on Wednesday. During this, this train will reach Tirupati via Arrah, Buxar, Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Junction, Prayagraj Chheoki, Jabalpur. This special train will have 03 second air-conditioned class, 05 third air-conditioned class, 11 sleeper class and 02 general class coaches.

Danapur will come from Tirupati on this day

Train number 07419 Tirupati-Danapur special train will run from Tirupati to Danapur on 29 April and 06 May (Saturdays). From Tirupati this train will leave for Danapur for two days. It will leave Tirupati at 07.15 hrs on 29th April and 06th May and reach Danapur at 23.15 hrs on Sundays. During this, it will reach Danapur via Jabalpur, Prayagraj, Chivki, Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Junction, Buxar, Ara. In this special train, 03 second air-conditioned class, 05 third air-conditioned class, 11 sleeper class and 02 general class coaches will be available.

Tour package starts from Ayodhya to Angkor Wat, IRCTC will make cruise tour to Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos

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IRCTC Kolkata Gangasagar Tour: 'Now Gangasagar is not far away', IRCTC has brought special package, booking started
IRCTC Kolkata Gangasagar Tour: 'Now Gangasagar is not far away', IRCTC has brought special package, booking started

Through this tour, the countries of South East Asia will visit 4 major cities of Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam. This tour will provide an opportunity to see the ancient Indian cultural connect in South East Asia.

Lucknow. IRCTC has launched a travel package from Ayodhya to -Laos- Cambodia with Angkor Wat Summer Delight, Vietnam cruise ride. This tour package will be operated for 10 days from 19 May 2023 to 28 May 2023. Through this tour, the countries of South East Asia will visit 4 major cities of Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam. This tour will provide an opportunity to see the ancient Indian cultural connect in South East Asia.

vietnam cruise with ride -laos- cambodia package

To experience the adventure in these countries, take a cruise ride in Hanoi as well as visit places of religious and historical value and mesmerizing natural beauty. In this air travel package, air travel to and fro, accommodation in 4 star hotels and arrangement of Indian food, breakfast, lunch and dinner will be done by IRCTC. In this tour, arrangements have been made for the passengers to travel directly from Lucknow to Vietnam and back.

Description of key points covered

Siam Reap (Cambodia)

1- Angkor Wat Temple

2- Kampong Phluck Floating Village

Hanoi, Vietnam)

1- Ngoc Son Temple and Hoan Kiem Lake

2- Tran Quoc Pagoda and West Lake.Ba Dinh Square

3- Dong Xuan Market

4- Hang Gai Shopping Street

Ha Long Bay (Vietnam)

Will have to stay overnight on the cruise along with the cruise ride. During this, you will also enjoy enjoying kayaking.

Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam)

1- War Remnants Museum

2- Chinatown and Binh Tai Market

3- Independence Palace

4- Mekong Delta

Vientiane (Laos)

1- Wat Siseket Temple

2- Cope Center

3- Watt Preco

4- Buddha Park

The package will cover all countries at an affordable price range

  • The cost of the package for two to three persons staying together is 155400 per person.
  • The package price is 200800 per person for a single stay.
  • The package per child is 140200 with bed and 124700 without bed) per person.
  • Inclusions: Airfare, Transportation, 04 star accommodation, Luxury bus, All meals, Visa, Insurance, Professional tour guide

Booking of this package will be done on first come first serve basis. EMI facility is also available in this package. For booking of travel, IRCTC office at Paryatan Bhawan, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow and IRCTC website www.irctctourism.com can also be booked online.

Chardham Yatra 2023: Big News ! Government’s advisory on Chardham Yatra, this old order withdrawn

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Chardham Yatra 2023: Big News ! Government's advisory on Chardham Yatra, this old order withdrawn
Chardham Yatra 2023: Big News ! Government's advisory on Chardham Yatra, this old order withdrawn

Uttarakhand news: The government has made its position clear regarding the Chardham Yatra starting this year. In the guidelines issued by the state government, the limited number of devotees has also been removed.

Chardham Yatra 2023 Update: Chardham Yatra 2023 will start from tomorrow in Uttarakhand. The government has clarified the situation regarding the Chardham Yatra. Earlier, there was a lot of confusion among the passengers regarding the registration in Chardham Yatra. In such a situation, the government has abolished the obligation of online registration. Apart from this, the order of limited number of devotees in Chardham has also been withdrawn, but registration is necessary to go on the yatra. For this, Additional Chief Secretary Radha Raturi has issued orders.

There was opposition to this order

A big decision has been taken by the state government regarding the Chardham Yatra, for which an order has now been issued by Additional Chief Secretary Radha Raturi. Let us tell you that Chardham Yatra is going to start in Uttarakhand. For this, the government had tried to keep a limited number in view of the possibility of a large number of devotees during the yatra. However, objection was also expressed on behalf of local businessmen and people regarding this. By not keeping the number in the yatra limited, as before, the devotees were being demanded to reach the Dham easily. In view of this demand of the local people, the state government has now taken a big decision.

Government clarified the position

However, registration will be necessary for the pilgrims coming for the yatra, but during this time people can get themselves registered through both online and offline methods. This decision of the government is very important before the Chardham Yatra, because the yatra is about to start. And in such a situation, the devotees were also seen in a state of confusion regarding these conditions in the journey, but now it will be easier for the passengers to reach the Dham.

Thailand Tour Package: Travel Thailand, flight, hotel and food will be all in your budget for so little money

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Thailand Tour Package Travel Thailand, flight, hotel and food will be all in your budget for so little money
Thailand Tour Package Travel Thailand, flight, hotel and food will be all in your budget for so little money

IRCTC: Are you also planning to study abroad in summer vacation? Budget is coming in between your travel, so no need to worry now. Here you are being told about such foreign tourist spots which will not be very heavy on the pocket of Indians.

IRCTC: Are you also planning to study abroad in summer vacation? Budget is coming in between your travel, so no need to worry now. Here you are being told about such foreign tourist spots which will not be very heavy on the pockets of Indians. Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has come up with a tour package of Thailand. This tour package will come in your budget and you will not have to worry about booking. Let’s know the details of the tour package.

Thailand Tour Packages

IRCTC has come up with Thailand Tour Package. This tour package will start from Kolkata. You will get Kolkata to Thailand flight tickets.

Thailand tour package cost

According to the IRCTC website, if one person travels, then you will have to pay Rs 54,750. 47,200 for 2 persons will have to be paid for one person. If you take a tour package for 3 people, then you will have to pay Rs 47,200 for each person. If you have to take a separate bed with the child, then you will have to pay Rs 45,050. If you don’t want to buy a bed for the child, you will have to pay Rs 39,800. For more details you can visit the official website https://irctctourism.com/.

All these services will be available

IRCTC has come up with a 4 nights and 5 days tour package of Thailand. Thailand, Bangkok and Pattaya will be shown in this package. You will also get a local tour guide. This trip will start from Kolkata. Flights will be available from Kolkata to Bangkok and flights from Bangkok to Kolkata will be given. The tour package includes flight, hotel and food expenses. You will have to bear your own personal expenses. In this tour package, bus facility will be provided for local travel. You will find the rest of the information on the website.

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