=== Yatra - Travel & Tour Booking Plugin ===
Contributors: MantraBrain, ughimire1
Tags: travel-booking, tour-booking, travel-agency, tour-operator, travel-website
Requires at least: 5.6
Tested up to: 6.9
Requires PHP: 7.0
Stable tag: 2.3.3
License: GPLv3 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-3.0.html
Donate link: https://wpyatra.com/donate/

**Transform your site into a powerful travel booking platform with Yatra - trusted by 1,000+ travel businesses worldwide.**

== Description ==

## 🏆 **#1 Free Travel Booking Solution**

**Yatra** is the ultimate travel booking solution that transforms any website into a professional travel booking platform. Trusted by **1,000+ travel businesses**, tour operators, and travel agencies worldwide, Yatra provides everything you need to create, manage, and sell tour packages online.

### 🎯 **Perfect For Travel Businesses:**

* **🏢 Tour Operators** - Manage unlimited tour packages and bookings
* **✈️ Travel Agencies** - Handle multiple tours and client management
* **🏔️ Adventure Companies** - Book adventure tours and expeditions
* **🏛️ Cultural Tour Providers** - Organize heritage and cultural tours
* **🎓 Educational Travel** - Manage academic and educational tours
* **🏖️ Destination Management** - Create destination-specific packages
* **🚢 Cruise Operators** - Manage cruise bookings and packages
* **🏨 Hotel & Resort Tours** - Package hotel stays with tours

### 🚀 **Why 1,000+ Travel Businesses Choose Yatra**

#### **✅ Complete Tour Management System**
* **Unlimited Tour Packages** - Create unlimited tours with no restrictions
* **Dynamic Pricing** - Date-based pricing with seasonal variations
* **Tour Categories** - Organize tours by activities, destinations, themes
* **Image Galleries** - Beautiful sliders and multiple image support
* **Tour Attributes** - Custom fields for detailed tour information
* **Availability Calendar** - Interactive booking calendar with real-time availability

#### **✅ Advanced Booking & Payment System**
* **Smart Booking Process** - Intuitive 3-step booking experience
* **Multiple Payment Gateways** - PayPal, Stripe, Razorpay, Authorize.Net, 2Checkout
* **Guest Checkout** - Allow bookings without user registration
* **Booking Status Management** - Complete booking lifecycle management
* **Discount Coupons** - Advanced coupon system with percentage/fixed discounts
* **Tax Support** - Built-in tax calculation and management

#### **✅ Customer Management & Experience**
* **Customer Dashboard** - Complete customer account management
* **My Account Section** - Booking history, profile management, downloads
* **Enquiry System** - Built-in tour enquiry functionality
* **Email Notifications** - Automated emails with smart tags
* **Advanced Search** - Powerful search and filtering options
* **Mobile Responsive** - Perfect experience on all devices

#### **✅ SEO & Marketing Features**
* **SEO Optimized** - Built for search engine visibility
* **Schema Markup** - Rich snippets for better search results
* **Translation Ready** - Fully translatable with WPML support
* **Social Sharing** - Easy social media integration
* **Google reCaptcha** - Enhanced security and spam protection
* **Performance Optimized** - Fast loading times for better conversions

### 🎥 **See Yatra in Action**

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=URdGixOz760]

### 🌟 **What Makes Yatra the #1 Choice?**

* **💰 100% Free Forever** - No hidden costs or expensive subscriptions
* **🚀 1 Minutes Setup** - Get started instantly with zero technical knowledge
* **📊 Unlimited Tours** - Create as many tour packages as you need
* **💳 Multiple Payment Gateways** - Accept payments from customers worldwide
* **🎨 No Coding Required** - Beautiful design without any technical skills
* **📱 Perfect on All Devices** - Mobile-responsive design that works everywhere
* **🔒 Enterprise-Grade Security** - Your data and customer information is safe
* **📈 Grows with Your Business** - Scale from startup to enterprise level
* **🛠️ 24/7 Expert Support** - Get help whenever you need it
* **🔄 Regular Feature Updates** - Always stay ahead with latest features
* **👥 Active User Community** - Connect with thousands of travel professionals
* **📚 Comprehensive Documentation** - Step-by-step guides and tutorials

### 🎁 **Premium Extensions for Advanced Features**

#### **💳 Payment Gateway Extensions**
* **[Yatra Stripe](https://wpyatra.com/pricing/?ref=wordpress.org&addon=yatra-stripe)** - Accept credit/debit card payments globally
* **[Yatra Razorpay](https://wpyatra.com/pricing/?ref=wordpress.org&addon=yatra-razorpay)** - Indian payment gateway integration
* **[Yatra Authorize.Net](https://wpyatra.com/pricing/?ref=wordpress.org&addon=yatra-authorizenet)** - Enterprise-level payment processing
* **[Yatra 2Checkout](https://wpyatra.com/pricing/?ref=wordpress.org&addon=yatra-2checkout)** - Global payment processing solution

#### **🚀 Business Enhancement Extensions**
* **[Yatra Partial Payment](https://wpyatra.com/pricing/?ref=wordpress.org&addon=yatra-partial-payment)** - Accept partial payments and deposits
* **[Yatra Review & Rating](https://wpyatra.com/pricing/?ref=wordpress.org&addon=yatra-review-rating)** - Customer reviews and ratings system
* **[Yatra Google Calendar](https://wpyatra.com/pricing/?ref=wordpress.org&addon=yatra-google-calendar)** - Sync bookings with Google Calendar
* **[Yatra Downloads](https://wpyatra.com/pricing/?ref=wordpress.org&addon=yatra-downloads)** - Digital downloads management
* **[Yatra Services](https://wpyatra.com/pricing/?ref=wordpress.org&addon=yatra-services)** - Additional services and add-ons
* **[Yatra Availability Conditions](https://wpyatra.com/pricing/?ref=wordpress.org&addon=yatra-availability-conditions)** - Advanced availability rules

**[View All Premium Extensions →](https://wpyatra.com/extensions/?utm_source=addons&utm_medium=viewall&utm_campaign=wporg)**

### 🎯 **Powerful Shortcodes for Maximum Flexibility**

#### **Core Functionality Shortcodes**

| Shortcode | Description |
|-----------|-------------|
| `[yatra_checkout]` | Display checkout page anywhere |
| `[yatra_cart]` | Show shopping cart on any page |
| `[yatra_my_account]` | Customer account dashboard |
| `[yatra_mini_cart]` | Mini shopping cart widget |
| `[yatra_search]` | Advanced tour search functionality |
| `[yatra_login]` | Customer login form |

#### **Content Display Shortcodes**

| Shortcode | Description |
|-----------|-------------|
| `[yatra_tour order="asc" featured="1" posts_per_page="5"]` | Featured tours |
| `[yatra_activity order="desc" per_page="3"]` | Activity listings |
| `[yatra_destination order="desc" per_page="4"]` | Destination showcase |
| `[yatra_discount_and_deals order="asc" posts_per_page="6"]` | Special offers |

### 📧 **Smart Email Tags for Professional Communication**

#### **Booking Notification Tags**
* `{{booking_code}}` - Unique booking reference
* `{{customer_name}}` - Customer full name
* `{{booking_status}}` - Current booking status
* `{{total_number_of_persons}}` - Total travelers
* `{{gross_booking_price}}` - Total booking amount
* `{{net_booking_price}}` - Final amount after discounts
* `{{customer_email}}` - Customer email address
* `{{customer_phone_number}}` - Contact number

#### **Tour Information Tags**
```
{{tour_lists_loop_start}}
{{tour_name}} - Tour package name
{{tour_date}} - Selected travel date
{{number_of_person}} - Number of travelers
{{total_tour_price}} - Tour cost
{{tour_lists_loop_end}}
```

#### **Enquiry Management Tags**
* `{{enquiry_fullname}}` - Enquirer's name
* `{{enquiry_tour_name}}` - Selected tour
* `{{enquiry_email}}` - Contact email
* `{{enquiry_message}}` - Enquiry details
* `{{enquiry_date}}` - Submission date

### 🎨 **Compatible with Popular Themes**

#### **Recommended Themes**
* **[Resa](https://wordpress.org/themes/resa/?ref=yatrapluginorg)** - Official Yatra theme by MantraBrain
* **[Blocksy](https://wordpress.org/themes/blocksy/?ref=yatrapluginorg)** - Modern block theme
* **[Kadence](https://wordpress.org/themes/kadence/)** - Fast and flexible theme

### 💙 **Join Our Thriving Community**

* ⭐ **[Rate Yatra 5 Stars](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/yatra/reviews/?rate=5#new-post)** - Help us grow
* 💬 **[Facebook Community](https://www.facebook.com/groups/yatrawordpressplugin)** - Connect with users
* 📧 **[Email Support](mailto:mantrabrain@gmail.com)** - Direct support
* 🐛 **[GitHub Issues](https://github.com/mantrabrain/yatra)** - Report bugs

### 🔗 **Quick Links**
* 📖 **[Documentation](https://wpyatra.com/docs/)** - Complete user guide
* 🎯 **[Live Demo](https://demo.wpyatra.com)** - See Yatra in action
* 🛒 **[Premium Extensions](https://wpyatra.com/extensions/)** - Advanced features
* 🆘 **[Support Portal](https://mantrabrain.com/contact)** - Get help

### ⭐ **Try Yatra Risk-Free**
**[Create FREE Demo Site](https://try.new/plugins/yatra)** - Test Yatra without any commitment

== Installation ==

## 🚀 **Quick Installation Guide**

### **Method 1: Admin Dashboard (Recommended)**
1. **Login** to your admin dashboard
2. **Navigate** to Plugins → Add New
3. **Search** for "Yatra" in the search box
4. **Click** "Install Now" on the Yatra plugin
5. **Activate** the plugin
6. **Configure** from the Yatra menu

### **Method 2: Manual Installation**
1. **Download** Yatra from [WordPress.org](https://downloads.wordpress.org/plugin/yatra.zip)
2. **Extract** the ZIP file
3. **Upload** the `yatra` folder to `/wp-content/plugins/`
4. **Activate** the plugin from Plugins menu
5. **Configure** settings from Yatra menu

### **Post-Installation Setup (5 Minutes)**
1. **General Settings** - Configure basic plugin settings
2. **Create Categories** - Set up activities and destinations
3. **Add First Tour** - Create your first tour package
4. **Payment Setup** - Configure PayPal or other gateways
5. **Test Booking** - Ensure everything works perfectly

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Is Yatra really free to use? =

**Yes, Yatra is 100% free!** The core plugin includes all essential features for running a travel booking business. Premium extensions are available for advanced features like additional payment gateways, but the core functionality is completely free.

= Do I need coding skills to use Yatra? =

**No coding skills required!** Yatra is designed to be user-friendly. You can create unlimited tour packages, manage bookings, and run your travel business without any technical knowledge. Everything is point-and-click.

= Will Yatra work with my theme? =

**Yes!** Yatra is compatible with any theme that follows coding standards. We recommend using our official theme [Resa](https://wordpress.org/themes/resa/) for the best experience, but it works with all popular themes.

= What payment gateways does Yatra support? =

**Free Plugin:** PayPal integration included
**Premium Extensions:** Stripe, Razorpay, Authorize.Net, 2Checkout, and more

= Is Yatra SEO friendly? =

**Absolutely!** Yatra is built with SEO best practices:
* Clean URL structure
* Meta tags optimization
* Schema markup support
* Mobile-responsive design
* Fast loading times
* Search engine optimized content

= Can I customize Yatra for my specific needs? =

**Yes!** Yatra is highly customizable:
* Template overrides for theme customization
* Hooks and filters for developers
* Custom attributes and fields
* Premium add-ons for advanced features
* CSS customization options

= Where can I get help and support? =

* 📖 **[Documentation](https://wpyatra.com/docs/)** - Complete user guide
* 💬 **[Community Forum](https://www.facebook.com/groups/yatrawordpressplugin)** - Facebook community
* 🆘 **[Support Portal](https://mantrabrain.com/contact)** - Official support
* 📧 **[Email Support](mailto:mantrabrain@gmail.com)** - Direct email support
* 🐛 **[GitHub Issues](https://github.com/mantrabrain/yatra)** - Report bugs

= How many tours can I create with Yatra? =

**Unlimited!** There are no restrictions on the number of tours you can create. You can add as many tour packages as you need for your travel business.

= Is Yatra mobile responsive? =

**Yes!** Yatra is fully mobile responsive and provides an excellent user experience on all devices - smartphones, tablets, and desktops.

= Can I import/export tour data? =

**Yes!** Yatra includes import/export functionality to easily transfer tour data between sites or backup your tour information.

== Screenshots ==

1. **Tour Management Dashboard** - Complete tour package management interface
2. **Tour Creation Wizard** - Easy tour setup with step-by-step guidance
3. **Dynamic Pricing System** - Date-based pricing with seasonal variations
4. **Availability Calendar** - Interactive booking calendar with real-time availability
5. **Customer Booking Process** - Smooth 3-step booking experience
6. **Payment Gateway Integration** - Multiple payment options for customers
7. **Booking Management** - Complete booking lifecycle management
8. **Customer Dashboard** - Customer account and booking history
9. **Enquiry Management** - Customer enquiry handling system
10. **Tour Categories** - Activity and destination management
11. **Tour Attributes** - Custom fields for detailed tour information
12. **Image Gallery Management** - Multiple image support with sliders
13. **Email Notification System** - Automated emails with smart tags
14. **Search and Filter** - Advanced search functionality
15. **Mobile Responsive Design** - Perfect experience on all devices
16. **Admin Settings Panel** - Comprehensive plugin configuration
17. **Frontend Tour Display** - Beautiful tour presentation

== Changelog ==

= 2.3.3 | 2025-12-21 =
* ✅ Compatibility - 6.9 compatibility tested

= 2.3.2 | 2025-09-17 =
* 🐛 Fixed - Minor design issue
* ✅ Added - Yatra Pro compatibility

= 2.3.0 | 2025-09-05 =
* 🐛 Fixed - Minor design issue
* ✅ Added - Setting page design revamp
= 2.2.13 | 2025-08-30 =
* 🐛 Fixed - Minor compatibility check  and readme optimizations

= 2.2.12 | 2025-08-21 =
* ✅ Enhanced - Free vs Pro page and Dashboard UI improvements
* ✅ Updated - Plugin interface for better user experience
* 🐛 Fixed - Minor bug fixes and performance optimizations

= 2.2.11 | 2025-08-09 =
* ✅ Updated - Readme file with improved content and SEO
* 🐛 Fixed - Documentation and user guide updates

= 2.2.10 | 2024-11-07 =
* ✅ Added - Grid/List view toggle for better tour display
* ✅ Enhanced - Tour archive page layout options
* 🐛 Fixed - Minor bug fixes and performance improvements
* 🔧 Improved - Overall plugin stability and speed

= 2.2.9 | 2024-08-08 =
* ✅ Added - Bulk delete functionality for enquiries
* ✅ Enhanced - Admin interface for better usability
* 🐛 Fixed - Performance improvements and optimizations
* 🔧 Improved - Database queries for faster loading

= 2.2.8 | 2024-07-13 =
* ✅ Added - Image slider on tour single pages
* ✅ Enhanced - Tour archive page search functionality
* 🐛 Fixed - Tour search bar design improvements
* 🔧 Improved - Overall design consistency

**[View Complete Changelog →](https://plugins.svn.wordpress.org/yatra/trunk/changelog.txt)**

== Upgrade Notice ==

### 🚀 **Upgrade to Yatra Pro for Advanced Features**

Unlock the full potential of your travel business with Yatra Pro extensions:

* **💳 Multiple Payment Gateways** - Accept payments globally
* **⭐ Customer Reviews** - Build trust with customer ratings
* **📅 Google Calendar Sync** - Automate your booking calendar
* **💰 Partial Payments** - Accept deposits and installments
* **📥 Digital Downloads** - Sell travel guides and documents
* **🎯 Advanced Services** - Offer add-on services and packages

**[Upgrade Now →](https://wpyatra.com/pricing/)**

== Support ==

## 🆘 **We're Here to Help You Succeed**

**Yatra** is backed by a dedicated support team and active community to ensure your travel business thrives.

### **📞 Support Channels**
* 📖 **[Documentation](https://wpyatra.com/docs/)** - Complete user guide and tutorials
* 💬 **[Community Forum](https://www.facebook.com/groups/yatrawordpressplugin)** - Connect with 1,000+ users
* 📧 **[Email Support](mailto:mantrabrain@gmail.com)** - Direct email support
* 🐛 **[GitHub Issues](https://github.com/mantrabrain/yatra)** - Report bugs and request features
* 🆘 **[Support Portal](https://mantrabrain.com/contact)** - Official support tickets

### **🎯 Quick Start Resources**
* 🚀 **[Getting Started Guide](https://wpyatra.com/docs/yatra/installation-of-yatra/)** - First-time setup
* 📹 **[Video Tutorials](https://www.youtube.com/@MantraBrain)** - Step-by-step guides

### **💙 Show Your Support**
* ⭐ **[Rate Yatra 5 Stars](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/yatra/reviews/?rate=5#new-post)** - Help us grow
* 💬 **[Join Our Community](https://www.facebook.com/groups/yatrawordpressplugin)** - Connect with users
* 🐦 **[Follow Us on Twitter](https://twitter.com/mantrabrain)** - Stay updated


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