Railways to launch Bharat Gaurav Deluxe AC tourist train connecting Ayodhya to Nepal's Janakpur on Feb 17

In a statement, the Ministry said, this train will be on a very special route “Shri Ram-Janaki Yatra: Ayodhya to Janakpur” covering the two most significant pilgrimage sites Ayodhya and Janakpur from India and Nepal.

"The train will start from Delhi and this initiative will strengthen the bilateral relations and also promote the cultural relations between the two countries" it said.

The tourist train will include the visit of Nandigram, Sitamarhi, Kashi and Prayagraj as added attractions in the tour.

There will be a two-night stay in the hotels, one each at Janakpur and Varanasi respectively, while the visit to Ayodhya, Sitamarhi and Prayagraj will be covered in the day halt at the destination.

The train will have a host of features including two fine dining restaurants, a modern kitchen, shower cubicles in coaches, sensor-based washroom functions, foot massager.

The fully air-conditioned train will provide two types of accommodation viz. 1st AC and 2nd AC.

The train will also have enhanced security features of CCTV cameras and security guards for each coach and will be equipped with an infotainment system for the entire train.

Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train launch is in line with the Government of India's initiative “Dekho Apna Desh” to promote domestic tourism.

As per the Ministry, the ticket price range starts from Rs. 39,775 per person, and the train will be a seven days all-inclusive tour package.

The ticket price will cover the train journey in respective class, night stay at AC hotels, all meals (veg only), all sightseeing in buses, travel insurance and services of a guide.

Users can avail of the EMI payment option for making payments in 3, 6, 9, 12, 18 or 24-month EMIs.

"These EMI payment options can be made through Debit/Credit Cards. COVID-19 final Vaccination is mandatory for all guests of the age of 18 years and above" it said.