Indian Railways has now announced a 14-day all-inclusive tourist train package to Shimla, Kullu, and Manali. This summer tourist train is being operated by South Star Rail. If you are also planning a journey to these beautiful hill stations, you need to know all the details here. So, sit back while we reveal the departure date, price, and more.
What Is The 14-Day Summer Tourist Train Package?
According to a report by The New Indian Express, Indian Railways is offering a journey to Shimla, Kullu, and Manali on a summer tourist train with a 33% subsidy. The special service is being operated by South Star Rail, which is India’s first private sector service provider under the Bharat Gaurav Train Scheme.
These summer special tourist trains will depart on April 10, and bookings are now open. So, without wasting much time, if you really want to visit a beautiful hill station this season, you can book your tickets now. Apart from hill stations in Himachal Pradesh, the tour will also cover major northern cities, including Agra, Delhi, and Amritsar.
From Which Stations Will Passengers Board This Train?
The train will board passengers from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The summer special tourist train will have stoppages at:
- Penukonda
- Dharmavaram
- Anantapur
- Gooty
- Dhone
- Kurnool
- Gadwal
- Mahbubnagar
- Secunderabad
According to The New Indian Express, the tour will take passengers to key attractions across Agra, Shimla, Kullu, Manali, Amritsar, and Delhi.
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What Is The Price This Tourist Train Package?
Now, you must be curious to know the prices of the package. Check them out here:
- ₹38,500 for Sleeper Class
- ₹43,300 for Third AC
- ₹49,100 for Second AC
- ₹58,400 for First AC
The tour has simplified your holiday planning for the year, right? Instead of browsing train tickets and planning everything separately, you can simply book this summer tourist train and enjoy a 14-day tour to beautiful destinations.
Also Read: Indian Railways: New Boarding Rules To Make Seat Allocation More Systematic & Transparent
So, when are you booking your package?
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What are some famous hill stations in Himachal Pradesh?
Shimla, Manali, Kullu, and Dharamshala are some of the popular hill stations in Himachal Pradesh.
What to do in Manali?
You can explore cafes, enjoy river rafting, and see snow-covered mountains.
What is the starting price of the Indian Railways 14-day summer tourist train package?
The starting price of the package is ₹38,500 for Sleeper Class.