Mathura Tour Package

Mathura Tour Package

Mathura or Brij- Bhoomi is popularly known as the birthplace of Lord Krishna. The place is known as a holy place by Hindus and is one of the most religious place of India. Mathura is situated in 145km from Delhi. The city is known for its many temples dedicated to Hindu God & Goddesses. Many religious places like Vrindavan, Govardhan, Kusum Sarovar, Barsana and Nandgaon are surrounded to the holy city Mathura. Dwarkadesh temple of Mathura with beautiful, ethereal pictures depicting the entire life of Krishna. Vrindavan, just 15km from Mathurais a scratched place for Hindu Religion. Vrindavan is the place where Lord Krishna spent his childhood days. This notable place is famous for its lovable characteristics of Lord Krishna with his beloved Radha.

Vrindavan attracts Hindu deities for its numerous temples like Guru Govinda temple, Madon Mohan Temple.Millions of devotees visit Vrindavan in a number of festivals relates to the life of Krishna On earth. Agra Fort in Agra is a UNESCO World Heritage site was built by Mughal Empire Akbar. It is located nearly 2 km from Historic Taj Mahal. The fort built by splendid red stone so it is also known as Lal Qila. The fort contains many palaces built by both red and white marble.

Day 1: Delhi - Mathura

Being fairly close to the capital (Delhi) your journey for Mathura begins from here. It takes around 3 hours to reach. After reaching Mathura, you can start exploring the birth place of Lord Krishna. It is scattered with numerous temples having its own significance, the main temple in the town is the Dwarkadheesh temple where the devotees assemble in every festival. Sri Krishna Janma Bhumi is another site to visit, it is the place where Lord Krishna was born; similarly Lord Krishna’s rest place after his triumph over the tyrant Kansa is the Vishram Ghat. Other points of attraction are, the Gita Mandir, Radha kund and more. After a long day of sightseeing, the overnight stay at the hotel is arranged.

Day 2: Mathura - Vrindavan

The next day, you get to find out more about Lord Krishna’s childhood and love interests with your visit to another town near Mathura, Vindavan. After your breakfast is served, you advance towards Vindavan, indulge yourself more with the temples it has to offer. The Banke Bihari Temple is a very well known shrine here, the temple to whom it is dedicated is believed to have been the great Krishna devotee. The oldest temple in the area is the Madan Mohan Temple; the most beautifully designed temples is the Sri Radha Raman Mandir temple. Other temples are the Prem Mandir, ISKCON temple, Vrindavan Chandrodaya Mandir and more. In the evening you return to the hotel and relax for the next day.

Day 3: Vrindavan - Agra

After an early morning breakfast, you head for the land of the Taj Mahal. You will fall in love with the elaborate designs and beautiful architecture. The whole city releases the cultural, religious and historical importance it holds. Of course the sight of the Taj Mahal will be an experience of a lifetime; even the Agra Fort, makes one wonder of the innovative ideas of people back in those days. In the evening you return to the hotel to rest.

Day 4: Agra - Delhi

The trip comes to an end with your return to Delhi. In the morning, breakfast will be served and your departure is arranged.

Payments policy

• 25% Amount at the time of booking. 100% Amount 15 days or earlier, before travel date. Payment by cheque or online payment facility available. Your booking confirmation number will be provided to you.

Tour Cancilation policy

• Strictly depends upon concerned hotel's cancellation policy
• Minimum Cancilation charges before 10days of Travel Date is 10% of package cost

• Package cost will change if opted for guide service, choice of transport vehicle, hotel type change
• Accommodation charges as mentioned in the package are with 2 persons staying together sharing the same room
• Extra persons in same room charges extra
• Altough we ensure you the best experience but unfortunate delays in travel and inefficient service of hotel is the responsibility of the respective parties.

By Train:

Mathura Junction Railway Station (Station Code: MTJ): Major railway junction connecting North, West, and South India along the Delhi Mumbai and Delhi Chennai main lines. All major express, superfast, and Rajdhani/Shatabdi/Vande Bharat trains connect directly to New Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Jaipur.

By Road:

• From Delhi / NCR (~140 km / 2 to 2.5 hours): Via 6 lane Yamuna Expressway or NH-19 (Delhi Agra Highway).
• From Agra (~55 km / 1 hour): Via NH-19 or Yamuna Expressway.
• From Jaipur (~220 km / 4 hours): Via Bharatpur along NH-21.
• From Lucknow (~390 km / 5.5 hours): Via Agra Lucknow Expressway and Yamuna Expressway.
• UPSRTC and private luxury buses operate 24x7 from ISBT Sarai Kale Khan Delhi and Anand Vihar to Mathura.

By Air:

Kheria Airport Agra (Airport Code: AGR - 60 km south): Nearest domestic airport. Indira Gandhi International Airport Delhi (DEL - 145 km north) provides worldwide international flight connectivity.

Local Transport:

E rickshaws, auto rickshaws, shared tempos, cycle rickshaws, and private taxis operate seamlessly between Mathura, Vrindavan, Govardhan, and Gokul.

Mathura and its sacred Braj Bhoomi environs feature holy birthplace sanctums, Yamuna river ghats, ancient red sandstone museums, and sacred parikrama hills:

1. Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi Complex & Ancient Sacred Prison Cell Garbha Griha

The holiest site in Mathura, built around the ancient underground prison cell (*Garbha Griha*) where Lord Krishna was born to Devaki and Vasudeva. The sprawling complex includes the grand Keshavdeva Temple, Bhagavata Bhavan, and the ancient stone Potara Kund.

Krishna Janmasthan — Sacred Birthplace Complex of Lord Krishna in Mathura

2. Dwarkadhish Temple (1814 AD) & Grand Rajasthani Temple Architecture

One of the largest and most ornate temples in Mathura, constructed in 1814 by Seth Gokuldas Parikh. Built in Rajasthani architectural style with carved pillars, painted ceilings depicting Krishna leelas, and vibrant Jhulan Yatra celebrations during monsoon.

Dwarkadhish Temple — 19th-Century Rajasthani Architecture Sanctuary Dedicated to the King of Dwarka

3. Vishram Ghat & Evening Sacred Yamuna River Deep Daan Maha Aarti

The central and most sacred of Mathura's 25 ghats along the Yamuna River. Believed to be the sacred spot where Lord Krishna rested after slaying Kansa. Pilgrims gather here every evening for the spectacular Yamuna Maha Aarti with ringing bells and floating brass lamps.

Vishram Ghat — Sacred Yamuna River Ghat for Holy Ritual Baths and Evening Deep Daan Aarti

4. Govardhan Hill (21 km Parikrama, Mansi Ganga & Radha Kund - 22 km)

The sacred 80 foot sandstone hill lifted by young Lord Krishna on his little finger for seven days to protect the people of Braj from Lord Indra's torrential rains. Thousands of devotees undertake the holy 21 km barefoot *Parikrama* around the hill, visiting Daan Ghati and Kusum Sarovar.

Govardhan Hill — Sacred Sandstone Hill and Holy 21 km Parikrama Pilgrimage Circuit

5. Government Museum Mathura & Kushana-Gupta Ancient Sculpture Gallery

An archaeological treasure founded in 1874, housing India's largest and finest collection of ancient Mathura school red sandstone sculptures, including headless statues of Emperor Kanishka, standing Buddha images, and terracotta artifacts dating back to the 3rd century BC.

Government Museum Mathura — World Renowned Collection of Ancient Kushana and Gupta Sculptures

6. Gita Mandir (Birla Mandir) & Marble Inscribed Bhagavad Gita Pillar

A grand marble temple built by the Birla family on the Mathura Vrindavan road, featuring the entire 700 verses of the holy Bhagavad Gita inscribed on the red sandstone Gita Stambh pillar.

7. Kans Qila (Ancient Fort of King Kansa on the Yamuna Banks)

The fortified ruins of King Kansa's ancient riverside fortress, rebuilt by Raja Man Singh of Amber and featuring an astronomical observatory built by Sawai Jai Singh.

8. Potara Kund (Historic Sacred Water Tank of Infant Krishna)

A large stepwell water tank near the Janmabhoomi where Mother Devaki is believed to have washed infant Krishna's baby garments (*potra*).

9. Chamunda Devi Temple & 51 Sacred Shakti Peeth Sanctuaries

An ancient Shakti sanctuary opposite the Janmabhoomi complex, believed to be the place where the hair locks of Goddess Sati fell during her divine sacrifice.