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Mathura & Vrindavan Travel Guide
Mathura and Vrindavan tour packages cover Krishna's Braj: the Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi and Vishram Ghat in Mathura; the Banke Bihari, Radha Raman, ISKCON and Prem Mandir temples of Vrindavan; Gokul, Mahavan and the Dauji temple at Baldeo; the Govardhan parikrama, Radha Kund, Barsana and Nandgaon; and a combination with Haridwar and Rishikesh. Our itineraries run 3 to 6 days from Delhi, with standard / 3-star equivalent hotels and breakfast.
By Holiday Guru Travel · Updated 8 Oct 2026
In short: Krishna's birthplace, vrindavan's temples, the braj villages and close to delhi. The Janmabhoomi temple and the ghats of the Yamuna at Mathura. October to March is the best time to visit Mathura and Vrindavan; Holi and Janmashtami are spectacular but very crowded.
Mathura & Vrindavan quick facts
- Trip length
- 3–6 days (4 itineraries)
- Best time
- October to March is the best time to visit Mathura and Vrindavan; Holi and Janmashtami are spectacular but very crowded.
- Key places
- Mathura, Vrindavan, Gokul and Mahavan, Govardhan, Barsana and Nandgaon, Baldeo
- Tours start in
- Delhi
- Hotels
- Standard / 3-star equivalent on all 4 itineraries
- Meal plans
- Breakfast on all 4 itineraries
- Suits
- Krishna devotees, Families, Festival travellers
Best places to visit in Mathura & Vrindavan
Mathura, Vrindavan, Gokul and Mahavan, Govardhan and Barsana and Nandgaon are the places our Mathura & Vrindavan itineraries are built around.
Mathura
The Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi, the Dwarkadhish temple and Vishram Ghat.
Vrindavan
Banke Bihari, Radha Raman, Nidhivan, ISKCON and the Prem Mandir.
Gokul and Mahavan
Krishna's childhood villages and the Brahmand Ghat.
Govardhan
The sacred hill, its parikrama and Radha Kund.
Barsana and Nandgaon
The hill temples of Radha and of Nanda.
Baldeo
The Dauji temple of Balarama.
Things to do
- Watch the Vishram Ghat aarti on the Yamuna
- Have darshan at Banke Bihari
- See the Prem Mandir lit at night
- Make the Govardhan parikrama
- Climb to the Radha Rani temple at Barsana
- Walk on the sands of Raman Reti in Gokul
How many days do you need?
Three days covers Mathura and Vrindavan, or Mathura with Gokul and Baldeo; four days adds Govardhan, Barsana and Nandgaon; allow six to continue to Haridwar and Rishikesh.
| Trip length | What it covers | Our itinerary |
|---|---|---|
| 3 days | Mathura and Vrindavan from Delhi | Mathura and Vrindavan from Delhi |
| 3 days | Mathura, Gokul and Mahavan | Mathura, Gokul and Mahavan |
| 4 days | Braj yatra: Govardhan, Barsana and Nandgaon | Braj Yatra: Vrindavan, Govardhan, Barsana and Nandgaon |
| 6 days | Mathura, Vrindavan, Haridwar and Rishikesh | Mathura, Vrindavan, Haridwar and Rishikesh |
Best time to visit Mathura & Vrindavan
October to March is the best time to visit Mathura and Vrindavan; Holi and Janmashtami are spectacular but very crowded.
| Months | Season | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| October – March | Best season | Pleasant weather for temples and the parikrama; Holi falls in February–March. |
| April – June | Summer | Very hot; temple visits early and late in the day. |
| July – September | Monsoon | Janmashtami (August–September) is the biggest festival; very crowded. |
Suggested Mathura & Vrindavan routes
Routes from our own Mathura & Vrindavan itineraries, by trip length.
- 2 Nights / 3 Days: Delhi → Mathura → Vrindavan → Prem Mandir — Mathura and Vrindavan from Delhi
- 3 Nights / 4 Days: Delhi → Vrindavan → Govardhan → Barsana → Nandgaon — Braj Yatra: Vrindavan, Govardhan, Barsana and Nandgaon
- 5 Nights / 6 Days: Mathura → Vrindavan → Haridwar → Rishikesh — Mathura, Vrindavan, Haridwar and Rishikesh
Things to consider
Getting there and around: Packages include road transfers from Delhi and sightseeing as specified. E-rickshaws in the narrow lanes and for the parikrama are paid locally.
Where you stay: Standard / 3-star equivalent hotels with breakfast in Mathura or Vrindavan, as listed on each package.
- Temples close in the early afternoon; plan darshan for mornings and evenings.
- Beware of monkeys in Vrindavan; keep glasses and phones secure.
- Lathmar Holi at Barsana needs separate planning.
- Wear comfortable footwear you can remove easily.
Mathura & Vrindavan travel questions
What is Mathura & Vrindavan known for?
Krishna's birthplace, vrindavan's temples, the braj villages and close to delhi. The Janmabhoomi temple and the ghats of the Yamuna at Mathura.
How many days should I spend in Mathura & Vrindavan?
Three days covers Mathura and Vrindavan, or Mathura with Gokul and Baldeo; four days adds Govardhan, Barsana and Nandgaon; allow six to continue to Haridwar and Rishikesh. Our Mathura & Vrindavan itineraries run 3–6 days.
What is the best time to visit Mathura & Vrindavan?
October to March is the best time to visit Mathura and Vrindavan; Holi and Janmashtami are spectacular but very crowded.
Which places should I include in a Mathura & Vrindavan trip?
Mathura, Vrindavan, Gokul and Mahavan, Govardhan, Barsana and Nandgaon and Baldeo. Mathura: The Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi, the Dwarkadhish temple and Vishram Ghat.
Which Holiday Guru Travel packages cover Mathura & Vrindavan?
4 itineraries: Mathura and Vrindavan from Delhi (2 Nights / 3 Days); Mathura, Gokul and Mahavan (2 Nights / 3 Days); Braj Yatra: Vrindavan, Govardhan, Barsana and Nandgaon (3 Nights / 4 Days); Mathura, Vrindavan, Haridwar and Rishikesh (5 Nights / 6 Days).
Can a Mathura & Vrindavan itinerary be customised?
Yes. Any of our Mathura & Vrindavan itineraries can be changed — add or remove nights, change the hotel category or add sightseeing. Tell us what you need and we send a quote for your dates.
Mathura & Vrindavan holiday packages
All 4 Holiday Guru Travel itineraries for Mathura & Vrindavan, shortest first. Each can be customised.
| Package ID | Package | Duration | Route |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0516 | Mathura and Vrindavan from Delhi | 2 Nights / 3 Days | Delhi → Mathura → Vrindavan → Prem Mandir |
| 0517 | Mathura, Gokul and Mahavan | 2 Nights / 3 Days | Delhi → Mathura → Gokul → Mahavan → Baldeo |
| 0518 | Braj Yatra: Vrindavan, Govardhan, Barsana and Nandgaon | 3 Nights / 4 Days | Delhi → Vrindavan → Govardhan → Barsana → Nandgaon |
| 0519 | Mathura, Vrindavan, Haridwar and Rishikesh | 5 Nights / 6 Days | Mathura → Vrindavan → Haridwar → Rishikesh |