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Shridi Jyotirlinga Yatra

Shridi Jyotirlinga Yatra (EZBD56)

Description:

“Aastha Circuit Special Tourist Train”, one of the most affordable all inclusive tour package, covering all the important tourist places in the country. Booking of Aastha Circuit Special Tourist Trains is available online on our website. Booking can also be done through our Tourist Facilitation Center, Zonal Offices and Regional Offices.

  • Duration: 10 Nights / 11 Days
  • Package Code: EZBD56
  • Origin: PURNEA COURT
  • Destination: SHANI SHINGNAPUR / SHIRDI / SOMNATH / UJJAIN
  • Departure: 24-APR-2021
  • Upcoming Date Of Journey: 24-APR-21

Destination Covered:  Ujjain – Dwarika – Somnath – Shirdi – Sani Signapur

Boarding / De-Boarding Point: Purnea Court (PRNC) – Dauram Madhepura – Saharsa Jn – Simri Bhakhtiyarpur – Khagaria – Begusarai – Barauni Jn.- Samstipur Jn – Muzaffarpur – Hajipur – Patliputra – Ara – Buxer – DDU

Destination Covered: Ujjain- Dwarika- Somnath-Shirdi- Sani Signapur

Boarding / De-Boarding Point: Purnea Court (Prnc)- Dauram Madhepura – Saharsa Jn – Simri Bhakhtiyarpur – Khagaria- Begusarai – Barauni Jn.- Samstipur Jn – Muzaffarpur- Hajipur – Patliputra- Ara- Buxer-Ddu.

Package Details
Package Name Shirdi Jyotirlinga Yatra  (EZBD56)
Traveling Mode Train
Station / Departure Time Purnea Court – 07:00 hrs
Class SL
Frequency 24 April  to  04 May 2021
Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Hotel Name NA

Itinerary Dated: 24.04.2021 to 04.05.2021 (EZBD56 ) 10N / 11D

Price Per Pax (Adult/Child)
₹ 10,395/-

“Timings mentioned above are tentative and may be change. Final timing issue by Railway operating department will be intimated two days before the commencement of journey”

Package Inclusions:

IRCTC offers ‘ASTHA CIRCUIT SPECIAL TOURIST TRAIN’ one of the most affordable all inclusive tour package, covering all the important tourist places in the country. The Astha circuit tour package costs Rs. 10,395 / – per person, which is inclusive of providing travel by train in 2nd Class Sleeper coach, Besides it, the cost is inclusive of following:

  • Journey in Sleeper Class train.
  • Non AC Hall accommodation / Dhramsala at the places of night stay.
  • Road transfer by Non Ac Bus only.
  • Pure Vegetarian food (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner).
  • Per day ONE bottle packaged drinking water will be given to each passenger.
  • Tour escorts for announcements and information.
  • Security arrangements for each coach (without arms).
  • An IRCTC Official on train as train Superintendent.
  • At the destination, the transfer will be given to the point up to where bus can go or permissible.
  • Accommodation in Dharamshala / Dormitory, hotels.
  • Mask & sanitizer.

Package Exclusion:

  • Items of personal nature i.e. laundry, medicines.
  • Entrance fee for monuments / temples etc.
  • Any other items apart from the one mentioned in the itinerary.

Note:-

Passengers can upgrade the accommodation to any category of hotels at destination by own.

IRCTC has right to alter itinerary under unavoidable circumstances and is not liable for any type of natural calamities / strikes / cancellations / delay of train / insurgency of any such nature which is beyond control during the tour period. Management is not accountable for any theft or damage of luggage during the trip. Operation of Astha circuit special train trip is subject to minimum no. of passengers booked.

Important Note:

  • It is mandatory for all passengers to submit medical fitness certificate from certified doctor to travel in the package.
  • Itinerary is tentative and can be changed or modified subject to smooth and timely running of Train. The final Timing will be based on the Train order received from the railways.
  • Per day one bottle packaged drinking water will be provided to the passenger. Drinking water for due course of journey have to be managed by the guest directly, IRCTC is not bound to Provide unlimited usage of Packaged drinking water.
  • Normal room temperature water will be served on board whereas IRCTC will try to serve cool water (Subject to availability of Ice during the journey. Serving cool water on board is not mandatory.
  • Passengers before boarding the train should ensure the proper Check up of their body / health from their Doctor in order to be fit for travelling, IRCTC will not be responsible for any mishap due to unfit condition / health problem such as restlessness / anxiety / Unusual breathing problem of Asthmatic clients / any other physical problems and Natural Death of the passengers.
  • At Destinations, only Dharamshala accommodation (Dormitory / Hall) will be provided, the bed rolls will be provided and laid on the ground, beds will not be provided, however if guest want, they can request the Tour Escort / Train Management for the booking of Hotel Rooms on extra cost paid by the guest as per the feasibility and availability. (There is no commitment of providing beds and room to Astha circuit special train tour Clients).
  • Road transfer by Non Ac Bus only, wherever it is possible.
  • Only Rail and Road journeys are included in the itinerary, other journey such as by Boat / Ships / Ferry is not included in the itinerary, the passengers undertaking water journey will be solely on their own risk and expenses, IRCTC will not be responsible for any mishap during the water journey.
  • At the destination if for any reason any stamped / accident / drowning in Sea / River due to negligence of the passengers or situational factor, IRCTC will not be responsible for the same.
  • IRCTC has right to alter Itinerary under unavoidable circumstances and is not liable for any type of natural calamities / Strikes / Cancellation / delay of train / insurgency of any such nature which is beyond control during the tour period.
  • Management is not accountable for any theft or damage of luggage during the trip.
  • Operation of Astha circuit special train trip is subject to minimum number of passengers booked.

DO’S & DON’T :

  • Please go through the following points to make your journey better and comfortable:
  • Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home.
  • Only asymptomatic guests shall be allowed to travel.
  • Declaration at the time of commencing the trip that the guests does not have COVID-19 infection.
  • Guests will provide an undertaking that he / she will abide to the directions of IRCTC to control the spread of COVID-19.
  • Installation & use of Aarogya Setu App. by all (Staff & tourists).
  • Tourist should wear face mask and hand gloves.
  • Practice frequent hand washing with soap (for at least 40 – 60 seconds) even when hands are not visibly dirty .Use of alcohol – based hand sanitizers (for at least 20 seconds) can be made wherever feasible.
  • Luggage should be disinfected at reception / boarding point.
  • Tourists are advised to avoid touching their eyes, nose and mouth with with their hands.
  • All tourists have a abide to the mandatory health advisories issued by the States / local administration which they are visiting.
  • Tourist should avoid using other tourist’s phone, water bottle, umbrella etc as much as possible.
  • Social distancing to be followed during boarding / deboarding of train / any other transport ,monuments &pilgrim places visit , group lunches / dinners etc.
  • Loitering and crowding should be avoided in train corridors, gates, cabins, hotels / dharmashala etc.
  • All tourists are advised that spitting is strictly prohibited in train, tourist places, buses, hotels / dharamshala etc.
  • Touching of statues / idols / holy books etc. not allowed in religious / tourist places.
  • No physical offerings like Prasad / distribution or sprinkling of holy water etc inside the religious place.
  • Avoid physical contact while greeting each other.

Terms and Conditions:

Cancellation Policy:

No. of days before commencement of Trip* Total Deductions
Up to 15 days (excluding departure date) Rs. 250 /- per passenger
Up to 8-14 days (excluding departure date) 25 % of the package cost
Up to 4-7 days (excluding departure date) 50 % of the package cost
Less than 4 days 100 % of the package cost

Terms and Conditions:

Other Terms and Condition & Instructions:

  • Passenger should get full briefing about the tour from IRCTC before / after the booking to avoid any confusion.
  • All passengers to strictly follow the Reporting time as instructed by tour Escorts. Delay in reporting and its consequences will not be responsibility of IRCTC.
  • Any other terms and conditions applied as may be decided by IRCTC at any point of time.
  • Being a cost value package, personalized service is not viable; hence please converge with the group. In case of any assistance required do contact our tour Managers.
  • Kindly queue up while boarding the busses and don’t rush at the accommodation centre. It is the duty of the co-passengers to provide seats first for the Handicapped and older people. Please do not request our representative for blocking any seat.
  • You should adhere to the time announced by the tour Representatives. failing which you will have to come to the next destination on your own expenses.
  • While traveling, there might be some delay in providing food, so old people & diabetic passengers may carry some refreshments.
  • Please keep yourself patient and calm during the tour journey and speak politely to all other tourists, staffs and officers on duty. Avoid any unlawful arguments and disquieting the beauty of tour programme.
  • There may be changes in sightseeing that may be caused due to situations which may arise & the same has to be adhered to.
  • In case of any problem arising due to some natural calamity or abnormal situation, alternate arrangements will be made for which extra cost is to be borne by the tourists.
  • The passengers will have to bear all medical expenses incurred on them, if need arises.
  • Please carry your own bedding, regular medicines, doctor’s prescriptions & contact number, torch, umbrella, lock & chain for securing luggage, nylon rope for drying clothes, and water bottle to stock drinking water.

Tour Manager:

  • Your Tour Manager is your source of information. Please follow guidelines of the Tour Manager at all times.

In the Train:

  • Do not pull the chain while traveling on train as it is a punishable offence when done without a valid reason.
  • Do not cross railway tracks. Use over foot bridges.
  • Do not waste any water unnecessarily in the train.
  • Lights and fans in the compartments should be switched off when not in use.

Attire:

  • Please ensure that your attire does not offend the locals / visitors at the places you visit. At holy shrines, you may be required to remove your shoes.

Decorum:

  • Please maintain decency of language as a courtesy towards your fellow passengers in the train and other visitors at the shrines / places your visit.
  • Do not be rude while interacting with locals and do not indulge in any arguments. In case of any doubts on any matter, please communicate with the Tour Manager.
  • Please be in groups and follow timings at the places you visit as per instructions of the Tour Manager.
  • Photography may be restricted at certain places. Do not offend the local regulations.
  • IRCTC reserves the right to remove any passenger that it feels is creating discord on the tour.
  • IRCTC does not provide, promote or sell alcoholic beverages / cigarettes / bidi etc. and condones the use of all such items in its programs. Consumption of such items while on train is an offence punishable under law.

Meals:

  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner shall be served in the train. However, there can be exceptions depending upon the itinerary.
  • IRCTC does not take any responsibility for any meals bought from local eateries.

Sightseeing:

  • The itinerary provided to you may change due to unavoidable circumstances. Please follow the instructions of Tour Manager.
  • IRCTC shall not be responsible for any mishaps caused due to negligence, non compliance of instructions etc.
  • Charges for Guides, if hired, should be borne by you. IRCTC shall not responsible for the charges etc.
  • Entry Fee, if any, at the monuments should be borne by you.

Safety and Security:

  • Please take complete care of your belongings during the tour.
  • Do carry a Photo Identity Card such as Voter’s ID, Passport, PAN Card etc. for Security reasons.
  • Please leave the contact details of person(s) to be contacted in case of any Emergency with the Tour Manager.**IRCTC has right to alter itinerary under unavoidable circumstances and is not liable for any type of natural calamities / strikes / cancellations / delay of train / insurgency of any such nature which is beyond control during tour period. Management is not accountable for any theft or damage of luggage during the trip.

For assistance, contact:

Patna IRCTC, Regional Office, Biscomaun Towers, 4th Floor, West Gandhi Maidan, Patna – 800001, Bihar . Contact Number:- 0612- 2205801, 97714 40056, 97714 40052,97714 40013, 97714 40031,9835 924940, 9835 924941, 98359 24942, 98359 24943
Gaya  TOURISM INFORMATION AND FACILITATION CENTRES, Near Platform No.1, Gaya Junction, Pin – 823001, Gaya (Bihar), Contact Number – 97714 40025
East Zone, Kolkata office Old Koilaghat Building, Ground Floor, 3, Koilaghat Street, Kolkata 700001, Tel.No. 97714 40016, 033- 22439045,  22133207 Fax No. 033- 22439046
Guwahati IRCTC Regional Office, 4D Mandovi Apartments, GNB Road, Ambari. Guwahati- 781001, Assam. Contact Number :-0361 – 2737123,  Fax: 0631 – 2737122, Mobile no: 9957644166, 9957644161

Source: https://www.irctctourism.com/