Mathura Vrindavan Tour Package from Mumbai
A trip from Mumbai to Mathura and Vrindavan is a journey into the heart of devotion and history. Wherever you go in these sacred towns, you can almost hear the whispers of the divine stories of Lord Krishna. You get to experience the spiritual energy that permeates every corner of these holy places through the grand aartis, the centuries-old ghats you walk along, the temple bells, the incense, the chants of "Radhe Radhe"... all of it.
Mathura is where Krishna was born, and when you step into that city, you are immediately immersed in that reality. In Vrindavan, devotion takes on a different form. There, temples dedicated to Krishna and Radha are where kirtans and bhajans go on all day long. When you book your trip with Mathura Vrindavan Tour Packages, you can let the spiritual essence of the journey soak in without any of the hassle.
Mumbai to Mathura Vrindavan Distance
Travelling from Mumbai to Mathura is about 1,317 kilometers. Flights are your fastest mode of travel. A direct flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai to Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi takes just two hours. From there, the Yamuna Expressway will get you to Mathura in another 3 hours. You can hire a taxi or rent a tempo traveller to cover the 162 km from Delhi to Mathura.
If you'd rather not fly, multiple trains like the Golden Temple Express, Garib Rath and Swaraj Express can take you from Mumbai to Mathura. That journey usually takes 18 to 20 hours. If you do prefer to drive, the NH48 route from Mumbai to Mathura will take you around 24 hours. That might sound like a long time, but some people actually enjoy those kinds of road trips.
How to Plan Mathura Vrindavan Trip from Mumbai
Plan ahead, and you will be able to experience the spiritual Mathura and Vrindavan in a more structured way. The best time to visit is between October to March as the weather is good for temple visits. If you want to see the grand Festivals in Mathura Vrindavan, visit during Holi or Janmashtami and you will have an experience of a lifetime. These festivals fill the streets with colors, music and devotional celebrations and the atmosphere is divine.
Start early so you can visit the main temples before they get crowded. Temple darshans have specific timings and some places like Banke Bihari Temple have specific rituals that you need to be aware of beforehand. Staying near the main temple areas allows you to visit early morning and evening aartis.
Mathura Vrindavan Tour from Mumbai Itinerary
- As you enter into the heart of Lord Krishna’s, Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple which is the birthplace of Lord Krishna, you will be immediately surrounded by the divine environment. The temple complex is a major pilgrimage site.
- Dwarkadhish Temple is a visual treat with its beautiful Rajasthani architecture and vibrant aartis. It is always crowded with devotees and the atmosphere is colorful.
- One of the most peaceful places in Mathura is Vishram Ghat, right on the banks of the Yamuna River. That’s where devotees come to take a holy dip and watch the evening aarti. You can also start your boat ride on the Yamuna from here.
- Govardhan Hill is just a short drive from Mathura, where the legend of Krishna lifting the hill to save the villagers from those heavy rains comes alive. Pilgrims often walk the 21 km Govardhan Parikrama as a spiritual practice and to connect with nature.
- Rangji Temple is unique with its South Indian style of architecture. Dedicated to Lord Ranganatha, it has a high gopuram and a large water tank.
- Mathura Museum has some of the rarest sculptures, ancient artifacts and paintings of the region. If you are a history buff, you will find this museum a must visit in your itinerary.
- Banke Bihari Temple is one of the most famous Temples in Mathura Vrindavan. The darshan is unique as the curtains open and close again and again and you get to see Lord Krishna’s idol for a few seconds.
- Prem Mandir is a white marble temple famous for its architecture and evening light show. The temple has scenes from Krishna’s life and the devotion here is extraordinary.
- ISKCON Temple is a major center of Krishna Bhakti. The halls of the temple resonate with kirtans throughout the day and you feel the spiritual atmosphere.
- Radha Raman Temple is dedicated to a self-manifested form of Krishna. The carvings are intricate and the atmosphere is peaceful so it’s a special place for devotees to connect with Krishna personally.
- Seva Kunj and Nidhivan are mystical places where Krishna and Radha used to spend time together. Nidhivan is closed at night as it is believed that divine activities take place here.
- Taste the local foods like Mathura Peda, Kachori with Aloo ki Sabzi, Lassi, and various chaats before leaving Mathura Vrindavan.
- AC Vehicle - As per the Group Size.
- Toll Included.
- Tax Included.
- Driver Fee Included.
- Mathura Vrindavan Gokul Sightseeing
- Any meal unless specified above.
- Any Air Fare/ Train ticket.
- All entrance fees to monuments.
- Personal nature expenses like telephone / laundry bills etc.
- Travel Insurance etc.
- Services not specified above.
- GST and Parking
