Bhubaneswar: Indian Railways will launch the ‘Garvi Gujarat’ Deluxe AC Tourist Train from Delhi on October 1.
With an aim to showcase India’s rich historical, cultural and spiritual heritage, the train will take travellers on a special journey through Gujarat’s most prominent spiritual and heritage destinations, including the ancient town of Vadnagar, and the scenic island of Diu.
Designed to provide comfort and convenience, the ‘Garvi Gujarat’ Bharat Gaurav Deluxe AC Tourist Train offers a range of modern amenities such as two dining restaurants, a state-of-the-art kitchen, shower cubicles, sensor-operated washrooms and foot massagers.
With fully air-conditioned coaches in First AC, Second AC and Third AC, the train ensures a safe journey with CCTV cameras and onboard security. The train will accommodate 150 passengers, with boarding and deboarding options at Delhi Safdarjung, Gurgaon, Rewari, Ringas, Phulera and Ajmer railway stations.
Spanning over 10 days, this spiritual adventure will take tourists to iconic temples like Somnath, Nageshwar Jyotirlinga, Dwarkadhish and Mahakali at Pavagadh. Travellers will also get to explore historical landmarks like Kirti Toran (Vadnagar), Modhera Sun Temple, Rani ki Vav and Diu Fort.
The first stop will be at Ahmedabad on October 2, allowing tourists to visit Sabarmati Ashram and Akshardham Temple. The train will then proceed to the Modhera Sun Temple, Rani ki Vav and Sahasraling Talav in Modhera-Patan. The next destination, Vadnagar, will offer passengers a chance to visit Hatkeshwar Temple, Kirti Toran, Sharmistha Lake and the famous Vadnagar Railway Station.
Continuing the voyage, the train will stop in Vadodara, where tourists can visit Mahakali Temple at Pavagadh Hills and UNESCO World Heritage site Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park.
The next stop will be Kevadia, home to the world’s tallest statue, the iconic Statue of Unity. Then the train will head to Somnath, where passengers will visit the revered temple and the tranquil Somnath Beach.
Diu promises stunning views as tourists explore Diu Fort, INS Khukri and its serene beaches.
The final stop will be Dwarka, where travellers will visit Dwarkadhish Temple, Nageshwar Jyotirlinga and Beyt Dwarka, before returning to Delhi after covering approximately 3500 kilometres.
Over the last three years, more than 180 Bharat Gaurav trains have traversed 24 states, carrying over 80,000 passengers and promoting tourism across India.
Some notable routes and circuits:
* Bharat Nepal Maitri Yatra
* Shri Ramayana Yatra
* Char Dham Yatra
* Buddhist Circuit Tourist Train
* Baba Saheb Ambedkar Yatra
* 7 Jyotirlinga Yatra
* Divya Dakshin Darshan Yatra
* Puri Ganga Sagar Bhavya Kashi Yatra
* Jain Yatra Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train
* Puri-Kolkata Ganga Sagar Yatra.
