IRCTC launches 'Jannat-E-Kashmir' tour package for travelers

The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has announced a new tour package called "Jannat-E-Kashmir." This package is a 5-night, 6-day trip that includes visits to Srinagar, Sonmarg, Gulmarg, and Pahalgam, along with a darshan at Vaishno Devi. The tour will start on April 19, 2025, and is set to accommodate 30 passengers. Travelers will depart from Lucknow Airport on IndiGo Airlines for Srinagar. After arriving, a bus will take them to their hotel and different sightseeing spots. The return flight will leave Srinagar and arrive back in Lucknow later in the day. Pricing for the tour package is as follows: Rs 52,550 for single occupancy, Rs 49,900 for double occupancy, and Rs 48,950 for triple occupancy. Sightseeing will be conducted with a non-AC vehicle, shared among travelers. Accommodations will be in well-appointed rooms at hotels in Srinagar and Pahalgam, and one night will be spent on a houseboat. Tourists are advised to use postpaid mobile connections, as prepaid services may not work in Kashmir. Additionally, the Vande Bharat train service connecting Jammu and Srinagar is expected to launch soon, adding convenience for travelers in the region. However, the exact launch date is still to be confirmed by the Railway Board.