Day Trip from Kolkata to ISKCON Mayapur: Spiritual Journey and Local Attractions

Day 1: Spiritual Tour Mayapur

Mayapur, India on May 21, 2025

6:30am

Depart Kolkata

Start your drive early morning from Kolkata to Mayapur, approximately a 3-hour drive covering around 130 km via NH12. Leaving at 6:30am helps avoid city traffic.
INR0, 3h0m

9:30am

Breakfast at Mayapur Polao Bhandar

Enjoy a traditional Bengali breakfast here, including delicious luchi and aloo curry, preparing you well for the day ahead.
INR150, 0h45m

10:15am

ISKCON Mayapur Temple Complex

Explore the world-famous ISKCON Temple, dedicated to Lord Krishna, with peaceful gardens, beautiful architecture, and spiritual chanting. Open from 4:00am to 9:00pm.
Free, 2h0m

12:15pm

Sri Chaitanya Saraswat Math

Visit this prominent spiritual center founded by Bhakti Vriksana Goswami, featuring serene ponds and worship halls. It is open throughout the day and offers insight into Gaudiya Vaishnavism.
Free, 1h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Govinda’s Restaurant

Have a vegetarian meal at the Govinda’s restaurant inside ISKCON premises, offering a wholesome thali with sattvic dishes that reflect the temple tradition.
INR300, 1h0m

2:30pm

Mayapur Central Park

Relax at the Mayapur Central Park, a pleasant green area located near the temple complex. Ideal for a peaceful walk or some quiet time in nature.
Free, 0h45m

3:30pm

Visit Bharat Sevashram Sangha Ashram

Explore this philanthropic and spiritual society known for serving local communities and promoting welfare activities; the ashram is peaceful and spiritually inspiring.
Free, 0h45m

4:30pm

Evening Tea / Snacks at a Local Stall

Taste some local snacks like samosas or jalebi with chai to refresh yourself before the return journey.
INR100, 0h30m

5:00pm

Start Drive Back to Kolkata

Embark on your return journey, ensuring you leave Mayapur by 5pm to comfortably reach Kolkata before 7pm, covering around 130 km.
INR0, 2h0m
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