Bharat Gaurav Tourist Trains For Rajasthan And Gujarat Launching Soon: Dates, Ticket Price, Route

If you love a trip that blends culture, history and vibrant landscapes, then Gujarat and Rajasthan must be on your bucket list. Gujarat welcomes you with the white salt flat of the Rann of Kutch, the intricate stepwells of Patan and the majestic Asiatic lions at Gir National Park. Meanwhile, Rajasthan feels like stepping into the land of lost kings and queens with its pink-hued streets of Jaipur, golden dunes of Jaisalmer and the romantic palaces of Udaipur.

Already feeling like packing your bags? Then you will be happy to know that the Indian Railways has a brilliant initiative to offer. IRCTC has decided to launch two exclusive tourist train circuits from January 2026. These special trains will allow travellers to visit major UNESCO sites featuring temples and cultural landmarks in prominent cities of Rajasthan and Gujarat over a period of 10 days.

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All About Bharat Gaurav Deluxe AC Tourist Train

The two circuits operated by the Bharat Gaurav Deluxe AC Tourist train are named Garvi Gujarat and Padharo Rajasthan. Equipped with AC I, AC II and AC III classes, accommodating 150 passengers, the Gujarat and Rajasthan trains will depart from Delhi's Safdarjung Railway Station on January 13 and 24, 2026, respectively.

Garvi Gujarat train:

Garvi Gujarat train will cover major landmarks
Photo Credit: IRCTC

The Garvi Gujarat tour will cover the state's cultural capital, Vadodara, the UNESCO-listed Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park, Statue of Unity, Somnath temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, Diu Island, Dwarka, Ahmedabad, Modhera's Sun Temple, Patan and finally the ancient town of Vadnagar.

Padharo Rajastha

Coming to Padharo Rajasthan, it will take travellers to the Pink City, aka Jaipur, as well as the old-world charm of Jaisalmer and Jodhpur. Travel enthusiasts can explore architecturally brilliant forts, grand palaces and vast desert landscapes while immersing themselves in Rajasthan's regal culture, vibrant traditions and timeless heritage.

Some of the salient features of these trains include two fine dining restaurants, a flameless kitchen, shower cubicles in coaches, sensor-based washroom functions, and foot massagers. The common areas come with CCTV cameras, and each coach has unarmed Security Guards.

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Garvi Gujarat Ticket Price:

• 1 AC: Rs 95,805 per person
• 2 AC: Rs 88,230 per person
• 3 AC: Rs 69,085 per person

Padharo Rajasthan Price:

• 1 AC: Rs 67,900 per person
• 2 AC: Rs 59,180 per person
• 3 AC: Rs 52,480 per person