TEMPLE TRAILS OF THE DAKSHIN (EX MANMAD)
12 DaysIRCTC Ltd. Proposes to run “TEMPLE TRAILS OF THE DAKSHIN” Ex Manmad by Bharat Gaurav Special Tourist train, covering the visit of Murudeshwar – Guruvayur – Rameswaram – Madurai – Kanniyakumari – Trivandrum – Tiruchirappalli – Mahabalipuram – Kanchipuram & back in a 12 days tour.
Package Inclusions:
| Services | Economy (SL) | Standard (3AC) | Comfort (2AC) |
| Package Cost per person Rs. | 23370/- | 36810/- | 49990/- |
| Package Cost for Child (5-11) Rs. | 21730/- | 34930/- | 47560/- |
| Train Journey | Non-AC Sleeper Class Train Journey | 3AC Train Journey | 2AC Train Journey |
| Meals | Basic Onboard & Off board Meals | Basic Onboard & Off board Meals | Basic Onboard & Off board Meals |
| Accommodation | Stay in Non-AC Hotels on Twin/ Triple | Stay in AC Budget Hotels on Twin/Triple | Stay in AC Budget Hotels on Twin/ Triple |
| Wash – n change | Wash n Change on Multi Share in Non AC Hotel Room (Maximum 5 PAX in One Room) | Wash n Change on Twin /Triple, in Non AC Hotel Room | Wash n Change on Twin/ Triple, in AC Hotel Room |
| Transportation | Non-AC Transport | Non-AC Transport | AC Transport |
Included/Exclude
Cost Includes
- Onboard train and off board meals (veg only).
- All Transfers and sightseeing by buses.
- Travel insurance for the passengers.
- Security on Train.
- All applicable Taxes.
Cost Excludes
- Monument entry charges.
- Boating, adventure sports etc.
- Meals are preset and a choice of menu is not available.
- Any room service will be chargeable.
- Cost of entry fees and local guides etc. not included in the itinerary.
- All kind of tips to drivers, waiters, guides, representative, Fuel Surcharge, etc.
- Any expenses of personal nature such as laundry expenses, wines, mineral water, food and drinks not in the regular menus provided by us.
- Anything not included in the inclusions.
Trip Info
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Deluxe
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Subject to Availability
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6688m
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Guided
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English, Native Language
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VISA, Master Card
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Bus, Taxi, Train
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Available
Why go?
he WZBG62 package is an 11-night / 12-day rail-and-road pilgrimage/tour operated by IRCTC via its “Bharat Gaurav / Temple Trails” initiative. Starting from Manmad (and nearby boarding points such as Nashik Rd / Kalyan / Pune / etc.), the tour follows a south-ward circuit across multiple states — covering historic and sacred destinations in coastal and southern India. The itinerary includes temple visits, cultural heritage spots, beaches, and pilgrimage sites — promising a comprehensive “South India & temple-trail” experience.
During the journey, the package provides train travel (Sleeper / 3AC / 2AC as per fare tier), overnight hotel stays, meals (onboard & offboard), AC or non-AC local transport for sightseeing and transfers, and travel insurance — making it an all-inclusive offering under IRCTC’s rail-tour model.
| Tour name | “TEMPLE TRAILS OF THE DAKSHIN” ex Manmad by Bharat Gaurav Special Tourist train |
| Duration | 11 Nights/12 Days |
| Tour Date | 18.02.2026 |
| Tour Itinerary | Manmad – Murudeshwar – Guruvayur – Rameswaram – Madurai – Kanniyakumari – Trivandrum – Tiruchirappalli – Mahabalipuram – Kanchipuram & back |
| Boarding /De-boarding | Manmad – Nasik Rd – Kalyan – Karjat – Lonavala – Pune – Satara – Miraj |
Tour Highlights
- Pan-India South-bound Sacred & Cultural Route: Visit major temples and heritage sites across Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu: from Murudeshwar and Guruvayur to Rameswaram, Madurai, Kanniyakumari, Trivandrum, Tiruchirappalli, Mahabalipuram, and Kanchipuram.
- Diverse Experiences: Spiritual darshan (temples), beach/coastal visits (Murudeshwar, Kanyakumari), ancient architecture and heritage, and southern-India culture — all in one continuous journey.
- All-Inclusive Travel & Stay: Sleeper / 3AC / 2AC train travel, hotel stays (non-AC or AC), meals (onboard + offboard), local transport for sightseeing, and insurance — minimal hassle for the traveller.
- All-Inclusive Travel & Stay: Sleeper / 3AC / 2AC train travel, hotel stays (non-AC or AC), meals (onboard + offboard), local transport for sightseeing, and insurance — minimal hassle for the traveller.
- Single Package — Multi-State Coverage: Instead of booking multiple trips, the package consolidates south-India’s major temple/cultural destinations into one seamless “rail + land” tour.
