12-Hour Culture Tour of Mathura from Delhi
Highlights
Delhi, Mathura
religious, cultural, skip the line
Private Tour
12 Hours
Easy
English
Description
Explore some of the most religious and culturally significant places dedicated to Lord Krishna. Learn the various stories and legends surrounding this Hindu god as you traverse this holy land.
Itinerary
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Tour to Mathura from Delhi
08:30 am: After early breakfast in Delhi, proceed by car towards Mathura via Yamuna Expressway.
11:00 am: Arrive at Mathura, known as the birthplace of Lord Sri Krishna. Visit the ancient Sri Krishna Janam Bhoomi temple complex and pay obeisance to Lord Krishna.
11:30 am: Visit Rangji temple for its brilliant architecture, soothing ambience, and resemblance to temple designs of South India. (The temple closes by 12 noon.)
12:00 pm: Drive around the Govardhan Hill and Radha Kund, dotting the Yamuna River. There are 25 ghats in the region, of which Vishram Ghat is considered the holiest.
01:00 pm: Have lunch.
02:00 pm: After lunch, visit the ancient Dwarkadhish Temple in Mathura. The temple has a beautifully carved entrance and a shining black marble statue of Lord Krishna. The main shrine embraces the images of Lord Krishna and his beloved Radha. It also has images of other Gods of the Hindu religion. The Dwarkadhish temple's interior reflects its magnificent work of art, beautiful carvings, and wonderful paintings. People come to this sacred shrine to receive divine blessings from the Lord.
04:30 pm: Proceed to visit Bankey Bihari temple in Vrindavan.
5:30 pm: Proceed towards Iscon temple, a thriving spiritual centre for the International Society for Krishna Consciousness.
06:00 pm: Visit the beautifully built Prem Mandir for its light and sound show. It is one of the cleanest temples in Vrindavan; the complex has sprawling, well-manicured gardens and gorgeous statues of Radha-Krishna.
06:45 pm: Proceed towards Delhi.
Transfer to hotel or destination of choice in Delhi.
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.