One-Day Spiritual Journey: Exploring Mathura and Vrindavan from Meerut

Day 1: Mathura & Vrindavan Exploration

Mathura & Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh, India on May 20, 2025

10:00pm

Travel from Meerut to Mathura

Depart Meerut late at night to reach Mathura early morning, approximately 3 hours drive, to utilize daylight for sightseeing.
INR0, 3h0m

1:00am

Rest and Refresh

Short rest stop or quick refreshments near Mathura for freshening up before sightseeing begins.
INR100, 1h0m

6:00am

Visit Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple

Explore this sacred temple complex believed to be the birthplace of Lord Krishna, a major pilgrimage site with impressive architecture.
INR50, 1h0m

7:30am

Breakfast at Kumar's Restaurant, Mathura

Enjoy authentic North Indian breakfast such as parathas and chai at this popular local restaurant open from 7am.
INR150, 0h45m

8:30am

Visit Dwarkadhish Temple

Admire the vibrant temple dedicated to Lord Krishna known for its intricate carvings and lively atmosphere.
INR20, 0h45m

9:30am

Travel to Vrindavan

Short drive of about 30 minutes east towards Vrindavan, the town known for its association with Krishna's youthful pastimes.
INR200, 0h30m

10:00am

Visit Banke Bihari Temple

Experience one of Vrindavan’s most famous temples, known for its mesmerizing devotional practices and beautiful idol of Krishna.
INR30, 1h0m

11:30am

Visit ISKCON Temple Vrindavan

Explore the peaceful and elaborately decorated ISKCON Temple, plus opportunity to learn about Krishna consciousness.
INR0, 1h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Govinda's Restaurant Vrindavan

Relish delicious sattvic vegetarian thali and refreshments at this highly rated restaurant near ISKCON open till 3pm.
INR300, 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit Prem Mandir

Admire the magnificent Prem Mandir with marble carvings and serene gardens, a newer but remarkable spiritual monument.
INR50, 1h0m

2:45pm

Return to Meerut

Start the return journey back to Meerut which will take around 4 hours by car, aiming to arrive before 7pm.
INR600, 4h0m
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