The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) is set to launch the fifth edition of its popular "Shri Ramayana Yatra" train tour on July 25, 2025. Departing from Delhi Safdarjung Railway Station, the 17-day spiritual journey will trace the footsteps of Lord Ram, covering over 30 iconic locations tied to the Ramayana.
Travellers will visit sacred sites including Ayodhya, Nandigram, Sitamarhi, Janakpur (Nepal), Buxar, Varanasi, Prayagraj, Chitrakoot, Nashik, Hampi, and Rameshwaram. The pilgrimage will be conducted aboard the Bharat Gaurav Deluxe AC Tourist Train, which features AC I, II, and III class accommodations, sensor-based restrooms, a modern kitchen, shower cubicles, and even foot massagers. Special provisions have also been made for senior citizens.
The all-inclusive tour package offers 3-star hotel stays, vegetarian meals, road transfers, guided sightseeing, and travel insurance. Tour managers and security personnel will accompany passengers throughout, ensuring comfort and safety. CCTV surveillance has been installed in all coaches.
Following a surge in religious tourism after the inauguration of the Ram Janmabhoomi temple in Ayodhya in early 2024, this rail tour taps into growing interest in faith-based travel. The itinerary includes visits to over 30 key destinations, such as Ayodhya, Sitamarhi, Janakpur (Nepal), Varanasi, Chitrakoot, Nashik, Hampi, and Rameshwaram, before returning to Delhi.
The entire pilgrimage will be conducted aboard the state-of-the-art Bharat Gaurav Deluxe AC Tourist Train. This specially designed train offers three classes of air-conditioned travel — AC First, AC 2-Tier, and AC 3-Tier — to suit a range of preferences and budgets.
Onboard amenities include full-service restaurants, a modern kitchen, sensor-enabled restrooms, shower cubicles, and foot massagers to enhance passenger comfort. The train is also equipped with advanced safety features such as CCTV surveillance and dedicated security personnel in every coach, ensuring a secure and seamless travel experience throughout the journey.
The all-inclusive package covers AC rail travel, hotel accommodations, vegetarian meals, road transfers, sightseeing, travel insurance, and the assistance of IRCTC tour managers.
Tour costs are as follows:
3AC: INR 1,17,975
2AC: INR 1,40,120
1AC Cabin: INR 1,66,380
1AC Coupe: INR 1,79,515
To make the journey more accessible, IRCTC is offering a part-payment option allowing travellers to reserve a seat by paying just 25% of the package cost. Bookings are open online via the IRCTC website and through authorized agents. Tickets can be booked through the official IRCTC website or via authorized travel agents.
