IRCTC Launches “Rameshwaram – Tirupati Dakshin Darshan Yatra” 🚆🙏
IRCTC has unveiled a new Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train package titled Rameshwaram – Tirupati Dakshin Darshan Yatra, aimed at enhancing pilgrimage tourism across South India. The 9-nights / 10-days tour is scheduled from 7 November to 16 November 2025 and will traverse key spiritual and cultural hubs across five southern states. The journey includes guided sightseeing, comfortable onboard amenities, meals, and curated visits to famous temples and locales.
The route connects Rameshwaram, Madurai, Kanyakumari, Trivandrum, and finally Tirupati (via Renigunta), allowing pilgrims to experience both Tamil and Telugu spiritual traditions in one cohesive voyage. Boarding points and exact routing may vary depending on origin stations, and IRCTC will offer the package through its tourism portal.
Route, Dates & Highlights
- Dates: 7 November 2025 to 16 November 2025 (9 nights / 10 days)
- Major Destinations: Rameshwaram → Madurai → Kanyakumari → Trivandrum → Tirupati (via Renigunta)
- Temples & Sites:
• Ramanathaswamy Temple (Rameshwaram)
• Meenakshi Temple (Madurai)
• Vivekananda Rock, Kumari Amman Temple (Kanyakumari)
• Padmanabhaswamy Temple (Trivandrum)
• Tirumala Venkateswara Temple (Tirupati)
Plus local cultural immersions, temple rituals, and scenic stops.
Price, Inclusions & Booking
Prices for similar IRCTC Dakshin Darshan / Bharat Gaurav pilgrimage packages generally range widely based on class (Sleeper, 3AC, 2AC). For example, previous IRCTC Dakshin Darshan packages have offered Sleeper class at ~ ₹20,800 and 2-AC at ~ ₹46,500 (for a 10-day itinerary) inclusive of meals, accommodation, insurance, and internal transport (but excluding certain temple entry fees).
The current Rameshwaram → Tirupati edition is expected to follow a similar pricing structure, with early-bird discounts or concessions under the Bharat Gaurav scheme. Onboard amenities include meals (veg), coach staff, security escort, and guided transfers to temples. Note: Darshan tickets at some temples (especially Tirupati) may need to be booked separately by pilgrims.
Booking opens via the IRCTC Tourism / Bharat Gaurav portal. Pilgrims should carry valid photo ID and passport-sized photos, and confirm temple darshan slots in advance.
