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5-Day Shoestring Budget Itinerary for Mathura Varanasi Vrindavan in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Mathura
    10 minutes (2.5 km) from Mathura Junction Railway Station

    In the morning, visit Shri Krishna Janmasthan Temple, the birthplace of Lord Krishna. In the afternoon, explore the Dwarkadheesh Temple, one of the oldest and largest temples in Mathura. In the evening, take a boat ride on Yamuna River to witness the beautiful aarti ceremony at Vishram Ghat.

  2. Day 2: Vrindavan
    30 minutes (14 km) from Mathura

    Visit the Banke Bihari Temple in the morning, one of the most famous temples in Vrindavan dedicated to Lord Krishna. In the afternoon, explore the Prem Mandir, a beautiful temple made of white marble. In the evening, visit the ISKCON Temple and attend the aarti ceremony.

  3. Day 3: Varanasi
    2 hours 30 minutes (125 km) from Vrindavan

    Explore the ghats of Varanasi in the morning and take a boat ride on the Ganges River. In the afternoon, visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti ceremony at Dasaswamedh Ghat.

  4. Day 4: Sarnath
    30 minutes (10 km) from Varanasi

    Visit the Sarnath archaeological site in the morning, where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon after attaining enlightenment. Explore the ruins of ancient monasteries, stupas, and temples. In the afternoon, visit the Chaukhandi Stupa and Dhamek Stupa. In the evening, attend the Sound and Light Show at Sarnath.

  5. Day 5: Varanasi
    30 minutes (10 km) from Sarnath

    Visit the Bharat Mata Temple in the morning, which is dedicated to Mother India. In the afternoon, explore the Ramnagar Fort and Museum. In the evening, take a boat ride on the Ganges River and witness the Ganga Aarti ceremony at the Assi Ghat.

Recommendations

You may also consider visiting the following places:

  • Vishwanath Temple
  • Tulsi Manas Temple
  • Alamgir Mosque
  • Durga Temple
  • Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Shri Krishna Janmasthan Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Dwarkadheesh Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Boat Ride on Yamuna River (1 hour, Rs. 200 per person)
  • Banke Bihari Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Prem Mandir (2 hours, Free)
  • ISKCON Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Kashi Vishwanath Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Boat Ride on Ganges River (1 hour, Rs. 200 per person)
  • Chaukhandi Stupa (1 hour, Free)
  • Dhamek Stupa (1 hour, Free)
  • Sound and Light Show at Sarnath (1 hour, Rs. 120 per person)
  • Bharat Mata Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Ramnagar Fort and Museum (2 hours, Rs. 10 per person)
  • Ganga Aarti ceremony at Assi Ghat (1 hour, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: Rs. 760 per person
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