
A file photo of a railway official interacting with devotees after flagging off a Bharat Gaurav tourist train.
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Indian Railways has launched a special tour in association with the government of Karnataka.
The Hindu Religious Institutions & Charitable Endowment (HRICE), Government of Karnataka, in association with IRCTC, has launched a special tour under the Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train Scheme exclusively for residents of Karnataka.
The Kashi Darshana Tour will be operated for 9 days from September 21 to 29. The route:
SMVT Bengaluru
Yesvantpur
Tumakuru
Birur
Davangere
Haveri
Hubballi
Belagavi
Destinations covered under this tour include:
Varanasi: Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Tulsi Mandir & Sankat Mochan Hanuman Mandir
Ayodhya: Ram Mandir & Hanuman Garhi
Gaya & Bodh Gaya: Vishnupad Temple & Mahabodhi Temple
Prayagraj: Triveni Sangam & Hanuman Temple
Tour cost per person is ₹22,500/-
Special offer
A subsidy of ₹7,500/- is being offered by the government of Karnataka exclusively for passengers domiciled in Karnataka, making the tour more affordable for devotees.
Salient Features of the tour
Journey by Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train in AC III Tier class
Accommodation in non-air-conditioned rooms on twin/triple sharing basis at places of stay
Wash & change facility in Non-AC rooms as per tour itinerary
All vegetarian meals included
All transfers and sightseeing by non-AC buses
Services of tour escorts per coach
Travel insurance for all passengers
Services of IRCTC Train Manager
Onboard security and all applicable taxes covered
For reservations and details, devotees can contact IRCTC offices in:
Bengaluru: 9003141707 / 8595931290 / 8595931291
Mysuru: 8595931294
Hubballi: 8595931293
Website: www.irctctourism.com
Published – August 22, 2025 09:52 am IST


