Hop-on Hop-off Double-Decker Electric Tourist Buses Launched in Visakhapatnam: Know Route, Fare and Other details

The double-decker electric tourist buses will cover various tourist spots along a 16-kilometre stretch on Beach Road in Vishakhapatnam.

Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu inaugurated the Hop-on Hop-off double-decker tourist electric buses in Visakhapatnam on Friday. The initiative is aimed at boosting tourism in the city while promoting eco-friendly mobility.

The buses will run along a 16-kilometre stretch on Beach Road, starting from RK Beach and extending up to Thotlakonda Buddhist Monastery, covering several prominent tourist attractions.

During the launch, the Chief Minister flagged off the service and personally took a ride in one of the buses, interacting with tourists and reviewing the arrangements.

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Affordable Ticketing with Subsidies

The 24-hour ticket for the Hop-on Hop-off service is priced at ₹500. However, CM Naidu announced a government subsidy of 50%, making the ticket available at just ₹250 per tourist.

This pricing strategy is expected to encourage more tourists to explore Visakhapatnam’s coastline without financial constraints.

Route Details of Vizag Hop-on Hop-off Double-Decker Electric Tourist Bus

The Vizag Hop-on Hop-off double-decker electric bus covers some of the city’s most iconic tourist attractions along the scenic Beach Road stretch and beyond. Here are the stops on its route:

• Ropeway, Kailasagiri 
• VMRDA Park 
• Visakha Museum 
• RK Beach 
• Thotlakonda Buddhist Complex
• Ramanaidu Film Studio 
• ISKCON Temple
• Rushikonda Beach 
• TU-142M Aircraft Museum 
• INS Kursura Submarine Museum

Key Features

The buses will operate with convenient stops at major tourist spots along the beach corridor.

Key Highlights of the Hop-on Hop-off electric tourist bus service:

• Hop-on Hop-off facility for tourists
• 24-hour ticket validity
• Subsidised ticket cost of ₹250
• Double-decker electric buses for eco-friendly tourism

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Investment and Support

The Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA) has played a major role in funding the initiative, contributing ₹4 crore towards the Hop-On Hop-Off “Discover Vizag” bus service.

This public-private partnership is expected to enhance both the city’s tourism appeal and its reputation as a forward-looking, green city.