Budget Travel Itinerary for Two from Kottayam to Jammu & Back (June 28 - July 7, 2025) Within ₹50,000

Day 1: Train Journey

Kottayam to New Delhi, India on June 28, 2025

3:00PM

Board Kerala Express

Start your journey from Kottayam to New Delhi by boarding Kerala Express. Enjoy onboard scenery and settle in your 2A seats.
INR6000 (2 people), 36h approx

Throughout

Onboard Food

Have light snacks and available train meals to keep energized during the long journey.
INR500, Varies
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Day 2: Train Journey

On train from Kottayam to New Delhi on June 29, 2025

All day

Train Travel

Spend the day commuting on train, rest and enjoy onboard facilities like reading or music.
Included in ticket, Full day

Throughout

Meals

Eat simple meals or buy from train vendors to keep your energy up.
INR600, Varies
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Day 3: Train to Jammu

New Delhi to Jammu, India on June 30, 2025

1:30PM

Arrive at New Delhi

Reach New Delhi, freshen up at the station or nearby budget lodge in Paharganj.
INR400 (lodge approx.), 3h

8:40PM

Board Jammu Rajdhani Express

Catch the Jammu Rajdhani Express 3A class to Jammu to continue your journey.
INR3000 (2 people), Approx 8h

During trip

Meals & snacks

Have dinner or light refreshments onboard while on the way to Jammu.
INR600, Varies
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Day 4: Arrival & Vijaypur

Jammu to Vijaypur, Jammu & Kashmir, India on July 1, 2025

5:00AM

Arrive Jammu Tawi

Reach Jammu Tawi early morning, prepare for local travel to Vijaypur.
Free, 30 min

9:05AM

Take DMU train to Vijaypur

Board the local DMU train 74906 to Vijaypur for a relaxed scenic route.
INR100, 5h15m

2:20PM

Arrive Vijaypur and check-in

Take an auto-rickshaw to your budget lodge and rest after your travel.
INR800/night, Rest of day

Evening

Meals

Enjoy local simple meals for dinner at a nearby eatery, staying well within budget.
INR500, 1h
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Day 5: Interview & Rest

Vijaypur, Jammu & Kashmir, India on July 2, 2025

9:00AM

Interview at AIIMS Vijaypur

Attend your scheduled interview at AIIMS Vijaypur, allowing ample time to reach and prepare.
Free, 2-3h

Afternoon

Rest at lodge

Return to lodge to rest and recharge after the interview.
INR800, Remainder of day

Meals

Food

Have light but filling meals in the local area to maintain energy.
INR500, Varies
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Day 6: Jammu City Explore

Jammu, Jammu & Kashmir, India on July 3, 2025

Morning

Return to Jammu

Check out and head back to Jammu city by train or shared cab costing around ₹300.
INR300, 2-3h

Daytime

Visit Raghunath Temple & Bagh-e-Bahu

Explore the famous Raghunath Temple and Bagh-e-Bahu garden, ideal for cultural and natural sightseeing.
Free entrance, 4h

Night

Stay at budget lodge

Book a budget accommodation in Jammu for the night to stay comfortably within budget.
INR1000, Overnight

Meals

Food & local travel

Sample local cuisine in affordable eateries and use public transport or rickshaws for local travel.
INR800, Varies
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Day 7: Return to Delhi

Jammu to New Delhi, India on July 4, 2025

Morning

Train to New Delhi

Catch a morning train such as the Shalimar Express from Jammu to New Delhi in 3A class.
INR3000 (2 people), 8-10h

Evening

Accommodation in New Delhi

Stay in a budget lodge at Paharganj, close to the railway station and city centre.
INR1000, Overnight

Late afternoon

Sightseeing: India Gate, Connaught Place, Rajpath

Visit iconic Delhi landmarks which have no entry fees, perfect for budget travellers.
Free, 3h

Meals & local travel

Food & travel

Eat cheap street food and use local transport to get around efficiently.
INR800, Varies
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Day 8: Explore Delhi & Depart

New Delhi, India on July 5, 2025

Daytime

Explore Delhi

Spend the day exploring more of Delhi's cultural sites, markets, and parks at your own pace.
Mostly free or low cost, All day

7:00PM

Board Kerala Express

Begin your return train journey back to Kottayam by boarding the Kerala Express at NDLS station.
Included in ticket, Duration of train journey

Meals

Onboard food

Enjoy meals and light snacks during your overnight journey.
INR600, Varies
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Day 9: Train Travel

On train to Kottayam on July 6, 2025

All day

Train journey continues

Relax and rest on the train as it continues traveling towards your home city, Kottayam.
Included in ticket, Full Day

Meals

Onboard food

Have meals or light snacks onboard to maintain your energy.
INR600, Varies
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Day 10: Arrival at Home

Kottayam, Kerala, India on July 7, 2025

Evening

Arrive at Kottayam

Get off the train and end your budget-friendly journey back home safely after 10 days.
Free, End of trip
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