Mathura Vrindavan Same Day Tour - Special
A place wrapped in arms spirituality, the sound of temple bells, rising aroma of fresh flowers and soothing tune of hymns will rejuvenate your soul with peace. Vrindavan the birthplace of Lord Krishna endowed with beautiful temples will help you get a recreational break from a mundane routine with our One Day Delhi to Mathura & Vrindavan Tour.
There is Metaphysical presence of Krishna everywhere and chanting the name Radhe Radhe will breathe new life into your conscience. Entwined in the sanctity of serenade revolving around Krishna and his life, enamoring the city into mirth and merriment of his nature. Bearer of a rich history, Vrindavan and Mathura are sister towns placed at a distance of 15 kilometers.
Here we bring an opportunity to relax and cleanse your chakras with our one-day tour to Mathura and Vrindavan from Delhi by private car. Treat yourself to the blast of colours and culture of these twin cities with local sightseeing tour with our hassle free cab service.
Package Glimpse of 1 Day Delhi to Mathura & Vrindavan Tour
Our one-day tour package by private car is inclusive of the prominent spots in Vrindavan and Mathura, beginning with the most popular Prem Mandir, then taking a dip into sublimity of Bankey Bihari and ISKCON temple, followed by visiting Lord Krishna’s birthplace and finally a visit to the pious Vishram ghat.
Our cab service will make your tour easy and comfortable. We will pick you from Delhi at the given location and take you through all the prominent places in Mathura & Vrindavan, safely dropping you back to your home. Our cab service is safe and affordable, with clean and spacious cars for a luxurious experience.
A Quick Guide to Delhi to Mathura & Vrindavan Tour – What you see?
Below is the list of sightseeing places included in the 1 Day Delhi to Mathura & Vrindavan Sightseeing tour package.
1. Prem Mandir
Prem Mandir, Vrindavan
- Plan to Depart by : 10:30 AM
- Must See / Things to Do:
- Aarti: Devotees can experience serene moments in tunes of almighty.
- Aarti timings in Morning 5:30 AM to 12:00 PM.
- Aarti timings in Evening 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM.
- Musical fountain: A fascinating colorful display of water patterns. The Pirouettes and Swirls of water in chromatic lights at the tune of hymns will leave you mystified.
- Night time lights are a must see. The aura envelopes grace and luster of the place.
- Timings: 5:30 AM to 8:30 PM
- Holiday / Closed on: Open on All Days
- Recommended Duration: 45 Minutes
- Entry Fee: No Entry Fee
- Website: Prem Mandir
Our spiritual journey with the 1 Day Mathura & Vrindavan Tour by Private Car will kick start with the exalted Prem Mandir also known as Shyama Shyam Dham. It is maintained by Jagadguru Kripalu Parishat, a non-profitable charitable trust. Enriched with Rajasthani Somnath Gujarati architecture, this temple envisages the blooming love between Radha- Krishna and Sita- Ram.
The Arena is adorned with statues of Krishna depicting the series of events in his life. 84 panels are set up in the exterior of the temple weaving the story of his past and other 48 panels delineates the pastime affairs of Radha and Krishna. It is considered to be the most beautiful temple in the Brij area, the intricate carvings and kaleidoscopic lights at twilight making the temple a marker of artistry.
You can enjoy the events that are much celebrated here, Janmashtami and Radhashtami, the birth anniversaries of two institutionalized lovers. Sculpted in white Italian marble, it has gained the name of “Temple of God’s love.” Lush green gardens with different flowers also makes a visit to this temple eye tonic.
2. Banke Bihari Mandir
Banke Bihari Mandir, Vrindavan
- Plan to Depart by : 11:40 AM
- Must See / Things to Do:
- Jhulan Yatra: It is display of various silver plated and ornamented swings.
- Mangala Aarti: One of the grandest aartis that happen once a year on Janmashtami and on Akshaya Tritiya. Lotus feet of deity is shown known as ‘chandan darshan’.
- Black stone image of Shri Banke Bihari and offering of fresh heavy garlands of flower (phool dol) is a spectacular sight. Ample of flowers and petals cover the place, a must see visual.
- Timings: Summer – Morning: 7:45 am to 12:00 pm || Evening: 3:45 pm to 9:30 pm
Winters – Morning: 8:45 am to 1:00 pm || Evening 4:30 pm to 8:30 pm - Holiday / Closed on: Open on All Days
- Recommended Duration: 30 Minutes
- Entry Fee: No Entry Fee
- Website: Banke Bihari Mandir
This is another beautiful temple immensely popular among tourists and is the next tourist place in our one day Mathura & Vrindavan trip. Banke Bihari Mandir is dedicated to Lord Krishna and among the seven temples of Thakur of Vrindavan.
The Name of the place carries significance as Banke stands for ‘bent at three places’ and Bihari stands for ‘ supreme enjoyer’. This is witnessed in the idol of Krishna established in Tribhanga posture; bent at hand, bent at waist and bent at leg.
This Particular idol embodies sense of liberation and joyousness infusing the same into devotees. Originally, he was worshipped as ‘Kunj Bihari’ i.e. enjoyer of lakes. You can see a reversal of equation in worshipping of deity as the apotheosized Lord Krishna is humanized and treated with much reverence.
This Temple is cloaked in enigma of existence of Krishna, you will observe the absence of conches and bells as they pujaris believe that Lord isn’t fond of loud sound. Sewa is performed in three parts; shringar, rajbhog and shayan.
This Temple is cloaked in enigma of existence of Krishna, during the Mangala aarti Banke Bihari is shown in glimpses with opening closing of the curtain. It is believed, looking into the eyes of deity is capable making person unconscious due to supreme ecstasy. Pujaris also tell about the popular belief, that in the last five days of Phalguna, Krishna comes off his altar and performs raasleela with his four gopis.
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3. ISKCON Temple, Vrindavan
ISKCON Temple, Vrindavan
- Plan to Depart by : 1:00 PM
- Must See / Things to Do:
- Celebration of Janmashtami.
- Visit at the time festivals like Diwali, Durga Pooja etc. to witness a mixture of culture and frolic.
- Timings:Morning – 4:30 AM to 1:00 PM || Evening – 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM
- Holiday / Closed on: Open on All Days
- Recommended Duration: 45 Minutes
- Entry Fee: No Entry Fee
- Website: ISKCON Temple, Vrindavan
This Temple is famous for its extravagant sculpting and serenity and a special attraction of our Mathura & Vrindavan same day tour. Dedicated to Krishna and Balram it is also known as Krishna Balaram Temple. It was built by International Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) group. Their aim is to increase awareness regarding the vedic scriptures and Bhagwad Geeta.
ISKCON Temple stands on the banks of river Yamuna where Krishna and Balram used to graze their cows. Prabhupada who laid the foundation stone of the shrine is tributed by laying of his samadhi as a part of temple and the principal deity Krishna and Balram adorn the main entrance.
In the Temple, three altars are incorporated, seats of Sri Sri Gaura Nitai, Shri Krishna and Balram and Sri Sri Radha Shyamsundaram along with Lalita Vishakha.
The Two idols of Krishna and Balram are placed in the center which is symptomatic of their and universal brotherhood. The entire temple is sculpted with white marble, you can see magnificent display of carving in windows and roofs.
The Magnetic appearance of the temple makes it a place of attraction for plethora of tourists. You can see an amazing blend of Indian and western ethnicity as it is a popular destination among foreigners.
4. Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple
Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple, Mathura
- Plan to Depart by: 3:00 PM
- Must See / Things to Do:
- Krishna leela performance by local artists. (10 min performance)
- Celebration of Janamasthami at midnight, the birth of Lord.
- Timings: Morning – 5:00 AM to 12:00 PM || Evening – 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- Holiday / Closed on: Open on All Days
- Recommended Duration: 45 Minutes
- Entry Fee: NO Entry Fee
- Website: Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple
This Temple is the nexus of folklore revolving around Krishna’s birth as this built around the prison cell where he is said to be born. With our one day tour, visit the prison cell belonged to Krishna’s maternal uncle Kansa, where he had captured his sister and brother-in-law which was marked with divinity due Krishna’s birth.
It is situated near Keshava Deo Temple also known as Keshav Dev Temple, it is also revered as birthplace of Krishna. The Keshav deity i.e. the original deity of Krishna is said to be installed by his great grandson Bajranbh.
This Temple was built by King Vajra and was later rebuilt by King Vikramaditya. It is said that the temple was destroyed and built seventeen times. It is one of the most frequently visited temples in Mathura.
The Potra Kund, temple tank is also bearer of a story. It is believed that Krishna’s mother Devaki use to wash his clothes in this kund, thus reason behind its name. You can also feel a sanctified presence of Lord Krishna as the verandah above the Garbhagriha which is made up of marble is said to have generated impressions of the lord.
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5. Dwarkadheesh Temple
Dwarkadheesh Temple, Mathura
- Plan to Depart by: 3:45 PM
- Must See / Things to Do: Hindola festival in the rainy season i.e. Shravan month along with decoration of flowers and lights. Deity is placed in beautiful silver golden jhula.
- Timings: Morning – 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM || Evening – 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
- Holiday / Closed on: Open on All Days
- Recommended Duration: 30 Minutes
- Entry Fee : No Entry Fee
- Website: Dwarkadheesh Temple
This Temple is situated on the main road with small shops on the either side, it is a prominent destination for Hindu pilgrims and is the next stop in our 1 Day Delhi to Mathura & Vrindavan tour package.
Dwarkadheesh Temple is built at banks of river Yamuna near Vishram Ghat. The structure of the temple was established by Seth Gokul Das and it epitomizes the royal avatar of Krishna as the king of Dwarka.
The Premises of the temple are colossal built in Rajasthani architecture majorly delineated at the main entrance. Steep steps lead to the courtyard, the complex and beautiful structure of the temple.
The Ceiling of the temple is painted in dazzling colours and patterns. You can also visit a small temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu known as Shaligram, which is built within the courtyard itself.
Actualization of famous lines ‘ Radha kyu gori mai kyu kala’ can be seen as temple incorporates white marble idol of Radha and black idol of Krishna. It one of the oldest temples in Mathura.
6. Vishram Ghat
Vishram Ghat, Mathura
- Plan to Depart by : 4:35 PM
- Must See / Things to Do: Evening aarti, myriad of oil lamps floating in water and flickering lights giving impression of galaxy of stars
- Timings: 24 hours open
- Holiday / Closed on: Open on All Days
- Recommended Duration: 30 Minutes
- Entry Fee: No Entry Fee
- Website: Vishram Ghat
The Best way to end the one day trip to Mathura & Vrindavan is a visit to the ghat and taking a dip in the calm waters. At the banks of Yamuna it is lined with elegant temples, beginning and ending point of traditional parikrama. Ghats are charming and full of surprises.
You can take a boat ride and fancy the placid waters of Yamuna, you can also see the auspicious pujas being performed on the ghat and smell the tantalizing chappan (56) bhog being prepared.
The Picturesque sight of the ghat will enliven your experience with a sense of wonder. It becomes a place of clustering of different lives and cultures taking you away from everyday monotony.
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7. Shopping @ Vrindavan & Mathura
Shopping @ Vrindavan & Mathura
With this 1 Day Delhi to Mathura & Vrindavan Tour by private car, visit the sprawling markets of plethora of idol of gods and goddesses and items related to daily routine of puja. Markets are full of enticing odds and ends.
Loi Bazaar: Major market and shopping area. It sells handicrafts, fruits, incense and colourful range of artefacts. It is also popular for the availability of intricately designed pushaks for lord Krishna and various other articles of decoration such as flutes, peacock feathers etc.
Lal Bazaar: It is located near Dwarkadheesh temple and vishram ghat. It is popular for its antique items and brass idols for pantheon Indian gods and goddesses. Copious paintings, jewelry and diyas are available here. You can also buy different fabrics and clothing along with rosary beads tulsi and rudraksh. You can also visit holygate market.
Cuisine @ Vrindavan & Mathura
Vrindavan and Mathura being land of lord Krishna is known for its vegetarian cuisine. There is minimalistic use of onion and garlic in food items. The best way to enjoy the authenticity is the street. Here are some must try foods:
- Potato curry with kachori and rabri jalebi.
- Quick snacks, dahi gujiya and papri chaat.
- Followed by Poori dubki wale aloo, dahi Bhalla and lassi in lunch.
- Pedas, khurchan halva, ghewar are must try for dessert.
- Evening Tea time can be enjoyed with Cardamom milk, khasta matar and pakoras.
- Summers can be enjoyed with traditional Thandai.
Things to remember:
- Photography isn’t allowed in temples
- Do not carry much valuable as certain temples provide storage facility and some doesn’t.
Our one Day Mathura & Vrindavan Tour from Delhi by cab would ensure that you have a great time covering all the magnificent places mentioned above and grasping the entire quintessence of the city. An easy and comfortable service to make your trip more memorable.