Mathura Vrindavan  Darshan Tour with Agra and Delhi

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Mathura Vrindavan Tour with Agra Delhi Package cost

Rs. 11999/- for 01 pax  ( Min 2 Pax)

• Travel date :- Flexible ( Not Valid during festival Seasons & Holidays)
• No. of Person :- 02 pax
• Pick & Drop :- Delhi Airport / Station
• Room offered :- Dbl Room ( 3 Star Hotel)
• Meal Plan :- MAPAI ( 05 Breakfast & Dinner )
• Package Duration :- 5N/6Days
• Vehicle :- Indigo / Dezire / Similar

Mathura Vrindavan Tour with Agra Delhi - Hotel Used and Night Stay

• 02 N at Delhi Hotel Bonlon Inn
• 02 N at Mathura Hotel Ganpati Palace
• 01 N at Agra Hotel Mani Ram Palace 

Option-2 - Mathura Vrindavan Tour  for 6 N & 7 Days - Best Deals 2016 2017

Package cost Rs. 35999/- for couple - All Inclusive

• Package Duration :- 6N/7D
• No. Of person :- 02 Pax
• Pick & drop :- Delhi
• Vehicle :- Indigo
• Meals :- MAPAI

Mathura Vrindavan Package Tour 6 Night 7 days - Hotels Included

• Delhi :- Hotel Gold Inn, Hotel Tjs Royale, Hotel Bonlon Inn, Hotel Delhi Pride - 1 nights
• Agra :- Hotel Mani Ram Palace - 1 night
• Vrindavan :- Hotel Basera - 3 Nights
• Mathura :- Hotel Ganpati ( Choice of Stay in either Mathura or Vrindavan)

Option-3 - Mathura Vrindavan Tour for 2N & 3Days - Best Deal 2016 2017

02N/3D package cost Rs. 15000 / for couple  net for us on MAPAI

Mathura Vrindavan Package Tour 2 Night 3 days - Hotels Included

• Vrindavan :- Hotel Basera - 1 Night/2 Nights
• Mathura :- Hotel Ganpati ( Choice of Stay in either Mathura or Vrindavan)
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Option-4 - Mathura Vrindavan for 3N & 4 Days - best Deal 2016 2017

3N/4D package cost Rs. 19999/- for couple net for us on MAPAI

Mathura Vrindavan Package Tour 3 Night 4 days - Hotels Included

• Delhi :- Hotel Gold Inn, Hotel Tjs Royale, Hotel Bonlon Inn, Hotel Delhi Pride - 1 Night
• Agra :- Hotel Mani Ram Palace - 1 night
• Vrindavan :- Hotel Basera - 1 Night
• Mathura :- Hotel Ganpati ( Choice of Stay in either Mathura or Vrindavan)

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Delhi Agra Mathura Vrindavan Tour - Group Tour -  2016 2017 - Locked Deals

• Travel date :- 2016-2017
• No. of Person :- 02pax/04pax/06 pax
• Pick & Drop :- Delhi Airport / Station 
• Room Required :- 01 Dbl Room//2 Dbl Rooms//03 Dbl Rooms
• Meal Plan :- MAPAI ( 05 Breakfast & Dinner )
• Package Duration :- 5n/6d
• Vehicle :- Innova / Similar 

Delhi Agra Mathura Vrindavan Tour - Group Tour -  2016 2017 

Hotel Used and night Stay 

• 02 N at Delhi Hotel Bonlon Inn / Similar
• 02 N at Mathura Hotel Ganpati Palace / Similar
• 01 N at Agra Hote Mani Ram Palace / Similar 

Package cost Rs. 62000/- for 06 pax  

Below 5 Yrs child complimentary 

 
Delhi Agra Mathura Vrindavan Tour - Group Tour -  2016 2017  - Brief Itinerary 

Day 1: Arrival in Delhi

Arrival Delhi up on arrival check in the hotel later proceed for local sightseeing of Delhi like, Jama Masjid, Red Fort, India Gate, Rajpath, in evening back to hotel for overnight stay .

 
Day 2: Delhi to Mathura ( 162 Km ) 
 Being fairly close to the capital (Delhi) your journey for Mathura begins from here. It takes around 3 hours to reach. After reaching Mathura, you can start exploring the birth place of Lord Krishna. It is scattered with numerous temples having its own significance, the main temple in the town is the Dwarkadheesh temple where the devotees assemble in every festival. Sri Krishna Janma Bhumi is another site to visit, it is the place where Lord Krishna was born; similarly Lord Krishna’s rest place after his triumph over the tyrant Kansa is the Vishram Ghat. Other points of attraction are, the Gita Mandir, Radha kund and more. After a long day of sightseeing, the overnight stay Mathura at the hotel is arranged.
 
 

Day 3: Mathura to  Vrindavan - Mathura  ( 40 km ) 
The next day, you get to find out more about Lord Krishna’s childhood and love interests with your visit to another town near Mathura, Vindavan. After your breakfast is served, you advance towards Vindavan, indulge yourself more with the temples it has to offer. The Banke Bihari Temple is a very well known shrine here, the temple to whom it is dedicated is believed to have been the great Krishna devotee. The oldest temple in the area is the Madan Mohan Temple; the most beautifully designed temples is the Sri Radha Raman Mandir temple. Other temples are the Prem Mandir, ISKCON temple,Vrindavan Chandrodaya Mandir and more. In the evening back to Mathura and over night at Mathura.
 
Day 4: Mathura to Agra ( 55 km )
After an early morning breakfast, you head for the land of the Taj Mahal. You will fall in love with the elaborate designs and beautiful architecture. The whole city releases the cultural, religious and historical importance it holds. Of course the sight of the Taj Mahal will be an experience of a lifetime; even the Agra Fort, makes one wonder of the innovative ideas of people back in those days. In the evening you return to the hotel to rest.

Day 5 : Agra to  Delhi ( 200 km ) 
Next day after breakfast check out from hotel and proceed to Delhi , arrive Delhi, check in at hotel and over night at hotel. 

Day 6 :  Delhi Departure
Drop to Airport or railway station

Mathura Vrindavan  Darshan 2016 2017 Tour Package with Agra and Delhi- Detailed Itinarary

Day 1: Arrival in Delhi

Arrival Delhi up on arrival check in the hotel later proceed for local sightseeing of Delhi evening back to hotel for overnight stay .

Day 2: Delhi to Mathura ( 162 Kms)

 Being fairly close to the capital (Delhi) your journey for Mathura begins from here. It takes around 3 hours to reach. After reaching Mathura, you can start exploring the birth place of Lord Krishna. It is scattered with numerous temples having its own significance, the main temple in the town is the Dwarkadheesh temple where the devotees assemble in every festival.

Sri Krishna Janma Bhumi is another site to visit, it is the place where Lord Krishna was born, similarly Lord Krishna’s rest place after his triumph over the tyrant Kansa is the Vishram Ghat. Other points of attraction are, the Gita Mandir, Radha kund and more.

Mathura Site Seeing Tour - Full Day

09:00 am - Visit Shri Krishna Janambhoomi - Mathura

This temple is the birthplace of the ancient Hindu God Lord Krishna. It is a prison cell belonging to Kansa where Lord Krishna was born. Here you can enjoy live kirtan in the kirtan room. You can also offer flower garlands and sweets to the lord.

11:00 Am - Visit Vishram Ghat and the surrounding area - Mathura

A string of ghats and temples line the Yamuna River north of the main road bridge where Krishna is said to have rested after killing the tyrannical King Kansa. Enjoy boating on the holy Yamuna river (boating can be done on direct payment basis). You can also meditate at the bank of river.

3:30 pm - Visit the Dwarkadhish Temple - Mathura

Also known as the Jagat Mandir, the Dwarkadhish Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Krishna, who is worshipped here by the name Dwarkadhish, or 'King of Dwarka'. Witness the evening aarti ceremony at the temple.

After a long day of sightseeing, the overnight stay Mathura at the hotel is arranged.

Day 3: Mathura - Vrindavan  ( 40 Kms)

The next day, you get to find out more about Lord Krishna’s childhood and love interests with your visit to another town near Mathura, Vindavan. After your breakfast is served, you advance towards Vindavan, indulge yourself more with the temples it has to offer. The Banke Bihari Temple is a very well known shrine here, the temple to whom it is dedicated is believed to have been the great Krishna devotee.

The oldest temple in the area is the Madan Mohan Temple; the most beautifully designed temples is the Sri Radha Raman Mandir temple. Other temples are the Prem Mandir, ISKCON temple, Vrindavan Chandrodaya Mandir and more.

Vrindavan Temple Tour - Full Day

8:00 am - Visit Shri Bankey Bihari Temple Visit

Visit The holiest and most famous temple of Lord Krishna. This temple houses a sacred image of Lord Krishna known as Thakur Ji. The idol of Krishna here is jet black. Take part in Shringar Aarti at Bankey Bihari Temple.

Bankey Bihari Temple Vrindavan Darshan

• Address: Bihari Ji Parikrama, Bankebihari Colony, Vrindavan.
• Primary deity: Krishna
• Built by: Swami Haridas ( Guru of Tansen)
• Year built: 1862

Shri Bankey Bihari Mandir is most famous temple in Vrindavan, dedicated to Lord Krishna, near to the RADHAVALLABH JI Temple.This temple is among the 7 temples of Thakur of Vrindavan including Sri Radhavallabh ji, Shri Govind Dev ji and four others. Bankey means “bent in three places” and bihari means “supreme enjoyer.” The image of Lord Krishna stands in the Tribhanga posture. Haridas Swami originally worshipped this devotional image under the name of Kunj-bihari ("Enjoyer of Lakes").

No Bells at Bankey Bihari Temple

There are no bells or conch in the temple because Bankey Bihari does not like the sound of bells or conch. there is only chant of ‘radha naam’. When someone enters in the temple, he feels an eternal bliss and calm and forgets all misery. As soon as someone meets with Thakur ji, he becomes dedicating himself to Thakur ji.

Appearance of Radha Krishna as Banke Bihari

Bankey Bihari Temple Vrindavan was established by Swami Haridas, Guru of the famous singer Tanse in Akbar's Era. Swami Haridas was the reincarnation of Lalita ‘sakhi’ (female friend), of the inner consortium of Lord Krishna. This easily explains the fact that even in his childhood, he was more into meditation and scriptures, while other children of his age were busy playing.

Once on the request of his disciples Swami Haridas ji sang the following verse in Nidhivan in Vrindavan " Mai ri sahaj jori pragat bhai ju rang ki gaur syam ghan damini jaisen. Pratham hun ahuti ab hun aagen hun rahihai na tarihai taisain.. Ang ang ki ujraii sugharaii chaturaii sunderta aisain.. Shri Haridas ke swami syama kunjbihari sam vais vaisain.." On singing the verse, Radha Krishna appeared in front of him and on the request of Shri Swami ji the couple merged into one and the idol of Banke bihari appeared there(the same idol seen in the temple). The idol was established in Nidhivan.

Brilliant Eyes of  Shri Banke Bihari

During Jhulan Yatra, the swing festival of Lord Krishna, on the third day of the waxing moon, Shri Bankey Bihari is placed on a golden swing (hindola). The curtain before the Deities is not left open like at other temples. Every few minutes, the curtain is pulled shut and then opened again. It is said that the brilliant eyes of Shri Bankey Bihari will make one unconscious if seen for too long a stretch. 

Gentle Waking up of Banke Bihari

Banke Bihari is the only temple where loud temple bells are not used to wake Krishna in the morning. It is believed improper to wake a child with a start. He is woken gently. There are thus no bells even for Aarti, as it might disturb Him. Banke Bihari ji  do not get up until 9 am, because it is believed that Bankey Bihari ji has been up until late at night sporting.

Mangal Arati at Banke Bihari

Mangala-arati is only one day a year in this temple, on Janmasthami. Only one day a year can the lotus feet of the Deity be seen, on Akshaya Tritiya (Chandan Darshan or Dolotsav), on the third day of the bright half of the month of Vaishaka (April–May). The autumn full moon day is the only day that the Deity holds a flute, and also on this day He wears a special mukut (crown). Shri Bankey Bihari comes off his altar and can be seen in full view on the last five days of the month of Phalguna, during the Holi festival. He can be seen with four gopis, who are seen just at this time.

Arati Timings at Banke Bihari Temple

Summer Timings (after Holi)    

Darshan Time in Morning - 07.45 a.m to 12.00 p.m
Shringar Aarti - 08.00 a.m
RajBhog Aarti - 12.00 p.m
Darshan time in Evening - 05.30 p.m to 09.30 p.m
Shayan Aarti - 09.30 p.m

Winter Timings  Timings (after Holi)

Darshan Time in Morning - 08.45 a.m to 1.00 p.m
Shringar Aarti - 09.00 a.m
RajBhog Aarti - 01.00 p.m
Darshan time in Evenin - 04.30 p.m to 08.30 p.m
Shayan Aarti  - 08.30 p.m

11:30am - ISKCON Temple - Sri Krishna Balram Mandit Visit

Visit Sri Krishna Balram Mandir (ISKCON). Accessed through a beautiful white-marble gate, here you can attend the raja-bhoga-arati (generally from 12pm-12:45pm). The raja-bhoga-aarti follows the noon offering of food to the Deities and lasts for about 20 minutes. The priest offers incense, ghee lamps, water, cloth, flowers, camaras, and (in warm weather) a peacock fan. 

16:00 PM - Prem Mandir Shyama Sham Dham Visit

Prem Mandir is among one of the best temples in Vrindavan. It covers a area more than 75000sq.feet area established by Jagatguru Sri Kripaluji Maharaj. Temple has musical fountain, visuals sculptures of Sri Krishna's Lila Jhanki, charming lightings. The outside walls of the temple is unscripted with Sri Krishna's Lila and also glows with various shades of lights. Inside the temple top floor having Lord Sri RAM SITA and ground floor having Radha Krishna. 

Prem Mandir Features

• Must visit temple in vrindavan.
• Opening times are 8:00 -12:00  and 16:00 -20:00
• Suggested Vist Timing - 16:00 - 20:00 because of lighting effects and fountain show
• Very Peaceful environs
• Mini Akshardham
• Amazing krishna leela jhaaki
• Unique Architecture
• Krishna's huge Statue 
• Musical fountain
• AC Canteen offering Vegetarian Food ( Best and Clean plavce to have food)
• Changing lights is the main attraction. 

Visit this grand temple, which is  a religious and spiritual complex situated on a 54-acre site on the outskirts of Vrindavan. It is dedicated to Shri Krishna. Prem Mandir, is an elaborately carved, white marble wonder. Each stone of the temple has been hand carved. Its intricate beauty is enhanced by 80 panels that encircle the Temple depicting scenes of Radha Krishn leelas as described in the Bhagwatam. Two main shrines depict Radha Krishn and Krishn and Balram. 

Here you can enjoy The Circumambulation route, which is 40 feet wide and begins from the main entrance of the temple. This route consists of 80 panels, and in all these 80 panels the different pastimes of Shri Krishna as described in the Shrimad Bhagavat Puran have been chronologically displayed in three dimensional formats. Offerings are not allowed in the temple.

Visit this place at evening and take an hour for enjoying it full.It is recommended to visit temple is during evenig as it looks very beautiful in evening time. After Sunset, Temple illuminates with lots of artistic lighting, decorative images, antic crafts..Many temples in Vrindavan are old but is newly made and really marvelous..A huge area covered by the temple but very well maintained and very clean.

In the evening you return to the hotel in Vrindavan or Mathura, depending on your package and relax for the next day.

Day 4: Mathura to Agra ( 55 kms) + Taj Mahal Viewing

After an early morning breakfast, you head for the land of the Taj Mahal. You will fall in love with the elaborate designs and beautiful architecture. The whole city releases the cultural, religious and historical importance it holds. Of course the sight of the Taj Mahal will be an experience of a lifetime; even the Agra Fort, makes one wonder of the innovative ideas of people back in those days.

Taj Mahal Site Seeing Tour - Full Day ( English Speaking Guide) Included

10:00 AM - 13:00 PM - Proceed to see The Taj Mahal, Agra, which was also the capital of the erstwhile Mughal empire.

Visit the legendary Taj Mahal, A UNESCO World Heritage Site. No trip to Agra would be complete without a visit to this shimmering vision of domes and minarets. The world's best-known tomb stands testimony to the timeless love story of  the 17th century Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan and his wife - queen Mumtaz Mahal. (The Taj Mahal is closed every Friday.)

13:00 pm till 14:00  - Lunch Break. Lunch at one of the best local restaurants in Agra.

16:00 pm - Agra Shopping Tour

Proceed for Shopping tour  in Agra which is known for its fabulous handicrafts, made of marble and softstone inlay work, specially zari embroidery work. Agra's major handicraft include inlay work are leatherware, brassware, carpets, jewellery and embroidery work.

In the evening you return to the hotel to rest.

Day 5: Agra Site Seeing ( Optional) - Agra Fort + Fatehpur Sikri

Full day Sightseeing of Famous Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri. Night Stay in Agra Hotel

Day 6: Agra to  Delhi

Drive to Delhi upon arrival check in at hotel later proceed for sightseeing . Back to hotel

Day 7:  Delhi Departure

Drop to Airport or railway station

Mathura Vrindavan  Darshan Tour Package with Agra and Delhi - Inclusions 

• 05 Nights - 06 days accommodation on Twin Sharing as mentioned above
• Daily Breakfast & dinner at all Hotels
• Transfers by A/C car - Pick-up and drop from Delhi Airport / Railway Station. 

Tour Package Excludes

•  Airfare/train fare
• Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, tips, liquor, boating and Gondola / joy rides
• Any other item not specified in "Cost Includes"
• Additional sightseeing or usages of vehicle not mentioned in the itinerary

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Mathura Vrindavan - Guidelines for Darshans

• Only Vegetarian Meals should be consumed while on Mathura Vrindavan Tour
• A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
• Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
• A moderate amount of walking is involved
• Wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required
• The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions

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Mathura Vrindavan  Darshan Tour 2016 2017 Package with Agra and Delhi - Inclusions

• 02 Nights 3 days accommodation on Twin Sharing as mentioned above
• Daily Breakfast & dinner at all Hotels
• Transfers by A/C car - Pick-up and drop from Delhi Airport / Railway Station. 

Mathura Vrindavan Package with Agra Delhi Costs

Option-1 - Mathura Vrindavan for 6 N & 7 Days

Package Duration :- 6N/7D
No. Of person :- 02 Pax
Pick & drop :- Delhi
Vehicle :- Indigo
Meals :- MAPAI
Package cost Rs. 35999/- for couple - All Inclusive

Option-2 - Mathura Vrindavan for 2N & 3Days

02N/3D package cost Rs. 15000 / for couple  net for us on MAPAI

Option-3 - Mathura Vrindavan for 3N & 4 Days

3N/4D package cost Rs. 19999/- for couple net for us on MAPAI

Mathura Vrindavan Package - Hotels Included

• Delhi :- Hotel Gold Inn, Hotel Tjs Royale, Hotel Bonlon Inn, Hotel Delhi Pride 
• Agra :- ?Hotel Mani Ram Palace 
• Vrindavan :- Hotel Basera 

Delhi Agra Mathura Vrindavan Tour - Group Tour -  2016 2017 - Locked Deals

• Travel date :- 2016-2017
• No. of Person :- 02pax/04pax/06 pax
• Pick & Drop :- Delhi Airport / Station 
• Room Required :- 01 Dbl Room//2 Dbl Rooms//03 Dbl Rooms
• Meal Plan :- MAPAI ( 05 Breakfast & Dinner )
• Package Duration :- 5n/6d
• Vehicle :- Innova / Similar 

Delhi Agra Mathura Vrindavan Tour - Group Tour -  2016 2017 

Hotel Used and night Stay 

• 02 N at Delhi Hotel Bonlon Inn / Similar
• 02 N at Mathura Hotel Ganpati Palace / Similar
• 01 N at Agra Hote Mani Ram Palace / Similar 

Package cost Rs. 62000/- for 06 pax  

Below 5 Yrs child complimentary 

Tour Package Excludes

•  Airfare/train fare
• Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, tips, liquor, boating and Gondola / joy rides
• Any other item not specified in "Cost Includes"
• Additional sightseeing or usages of vehicle not mentioned in the itinerary

Mathura Vrindavan  Darshan 2016 2017 Tour Package with Agra and Delhi-Itinarary

Day 1: Arrival in Delhi

Arrival Delhi up on arrival check in the hotel later proceed for local sightseeing of Delhi evening back to hotel for overnight stay .

Day 2: Delhi to Mathura ( 162 Kms)

 Being fairly close to the capital (Delhi) your journey for Mathura begins from here. It takes around 3 hours to reach. After reaching Mathura, you can start exploring the birth place of Lord Krishna. It is scattered with numerous temples having its own significance, the main temple in the town is the Dwarkadheesh temple where the devotees assemble in every festival. 

Sri Krishna Janma Bhumi is another site to visit, it is the place where Lord Krishna was born, similarly Lord Krishna’s rest place after his triumph over the tyrant Kansa is the Vishram Ghat. Other points of attraction are, the Gita Mandir, Radha kund and more. 

Mathura Site Seeing Tour - Full Day

09:00 am - Visit Shri Krishna Janambhoomi - Mathura

This temple is the birthplace of the ancient Hindu God Lord Krishna. It is a prison cell belonging to Kansa where Lord Krishna was born. Here you can enjoy live kirtan in the kirtan room. You can also offer flower garlands and sweets to the lord.

11:00 Am - Visit Vishram Ghat and the surrounding area - Mathura

A string of ghats and temples line the Yamuna River north of the main road bridge where Krishna is said to have rested after killing the tyrannical King Kansa. Enjoy boating on the holy Yamuna river (boating can be done on direct payment basis). You can also meditate at the bank of river.

3:30 pm - Visit the Dwarkadhish Temple - Mathura

Also known as the Jagat Mandir, the Dwarkadhish Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Krishna, who is worshipped here by the name Dwarkadhish, or 'King of Dwarka'. Witness the evening aarti ceremony at the temple.

After a long day of sightseeing, the overnight stay Mathura at the hotel is arranged.

Day 3: Mathura - Vrindavan  ( 40 Kms)

The next day, you get to find out more about Lord Krishna’s childhood and love interests with your visit to another town near Mathura, Vindavan. After your breakfast is served, you advance towards Vindavan, indulge yourself more with the temples it has to offer. The Banke Bihari Temple is a very well known shrine here, the temple to whom it is dedicated is believed to have been the great Krishna devotee. 

The oldest temple in the area is the Madan Mohan Temple; the most beautifully designed temples is the Sri Radha Raman Mandir temple. Other temples are the Prem Mandir, ISKCON temple, Vrindavan Chandrodaya Mandir and more. 

Vrindavan Temple Tour - Full Day

8:00 am - Visit Shri Bankey Bihari Temple Visit

Visit The holiest and most famous temple of Lord Krishna. This temple houses a sacred image of Lord Krishna known as Thakur Ji. The idol of Krishna here is jet black. Take part in Shringar Aarti at Bankey Bihari Temple.

Bankey Bihari Temple Vrindavan Darshan

• Address: Bihari Ji Parikrama, Bankebihari Colony, Vrindavan.
• Primary deity: Krishna
• Built by: Swami Haridas ( Guru of Tansen)
• Year built: 1862

Shri Bankey Bihari Mandir is most famous temple in Vrindavan, dedicated to Lord Krishna, near to the RADHAVALLABH JI Temple.This temple is among the 7 temples of Thakur of Vrindavan including Sri Radhavallabh ji, Shri Govind Dev ji and four others. Bankey means “bent in three places” and bihari means “supreme enjoyer.” The image of Lord Krishna stands in the Tribhanga posture. Haridas Swami originally worshipped this devotional image under the name of Kunj-bihari ("Enjoyer of Lakes").

No Bells at Bankey Bihari Temple

There are no bells or conch in the temple because Bankey Bihari does not like the sound of bells or conch. there is only chant of ‘radha naam’. When someone enters in the temple, he feels an eternal bliss and calm and forgets all misery. As soon as someone meets with Thakur ji, he becomes dedicating himself to Thakur ji.

Appearance of Radha Krishna as Banke Bihari

Bankey Bihari Temple Vrindavan was established by Swami Haridas, Guru of the famous singer Tanse in Akbar's Era. Swami Haridas was the reincarnation of Lalita ‘sakhi’ (female friend), of the inner consortium of Lord Krishna. This easily explains the fact that even in his childhood, he was more into meditation and scriptures, while other children of his age were busy playing.

Once on the request of his disciples Swami Haridas ji sang the following verse in Nidhivan in Vrindavan " Mai ri sahaj jori pragat bhai ju rang ki gaur syam ghan damini jaisen. Pratham hun ahuti ab hun aagen hun rahihai na tarihai taisain.. Ang ang ki ujraii sugharaii chaturaii sunderta aisain.. Shri Haridas ke swami syama kunjbihari sam vais vaisain.." On singing the verse, Radha Krishna appeared in front of him and on the request of Shri Swami ji the couple merged into one and the idol of Banke bihari appeared there(the same idol seen in the temple). The idol was established in Nidhivan.

Brilliant Eyes of  Shri Banke Bihari

During Jhulan Yatra, the swing festival of Lord Krishna, on the third day of the waxing moon, Shri Bankey Bihari is placed on a golden swing (hindola). The curtain before the Deities is not left open like at other temples. Every few minutes, the curtain is pulled shut and then opened again. It is said that the brilliant eyes of Shri Bankey Bihari will make one unconscious if seen for too long a stretch. 

Gentle Waking up of Banke Bihari

Banke Bihari is the only temple where loud temple bells are not used to wake Krishna in the morning. It is believed improper to wake a child with a start. He is woken gently. There are thus no bells even for Aarti, as it might disturb Him. Banke Bihari ji  do not get up until 9 am, because it is believed that Bankey Bihari ji has been up until late at night sporting.

Mangal Arati at Banke Bihari

Mangala-arati is only one day a year in this temple, on Janmasthami. Only one day a year can the lotus feet of the Deity be seen, on Akshaya Tritiya (Chandan Darshan or Dolotsav), on the third day of the bright half of the month of Vaishaka (April–May). The autumn full moon day is the only day that the Deity holds a flute, and also on this day He wears a special mukut (crown). Shri Bankey Bihari comes off his altar and can be seen in full view on the last five days of the month of Phalguna, during the Holi festival. He can be seen with four gopis, who are seen just at this time.

Arati Timings at Banke Bihari Temple

Summer Timings (after Holi)    

Darshan Time in Morning - 07.45 a.m to 12.00 p.m
Shringar Aarti - 08.00 a.m
RajBhog Aarti - 12.00 p.m
Darshan time in Evening - 05.30 p.m to 09.30 p.m
Shayan Aarti - 09.30 p.m

Winter Timings  Timings (after Holi)

Darshan Time in Morning - 08.45 a.m to 1.00 p.m
Shringar Aarti - 09.00 a.m
RajBhog Aarti - 01.00 p.m
Darshan time in Evenin - 04.30 p.m to 08.30 p.m
Shayan Aarti  - 08.30 p.m

11:30am - ISKCON Temple - Sri Krishna Balram Mandit Visit

Visit Sri Krishna Balram Mandir (ISKCON). Accessed through a beautiful white-marble gate, here you can attend the raja-bhoga-arati (generally from 12pm-12:45pm). The raja-bhoga-aarti follows the noon offering of food to the Deities and lasts for about 20 minutes. The priest offers incense, ghee lamps, water, cloth, flowers, camaras, and (in warm weather) a peacock fan. 

16:00 PM - Prem Mandir Shyama Sham Dham Visit

Prem Mandir is among one of the best temples in Vrindavan. It covers a area more than 75000sq.feet area established by Jagatguru Sri Kripaluji Maharaj. Temple has musical fountain, visuals sculptures of Sri Krishna's Lila Jhanki, charming lightings. The outside walls of the temple is unscripted with Sri Krishna's Lila and also glows with various shades of lights. Inside the temple top floor having Lord Sri RAM SITA and ground floor having Radha Krishna. 

Prem Mandir Features

• Must visit temple in vrindavan.
• Opening times are 8:00 -12:00  and 16:00 -20:00
• Suggested Vist Timing - 16:00 - 20:00 because of lighting effects and fountain show
• Very Peaceful environs
• Mini Akshardham
• Amazing krishna leela jhaaki
• Unique Architecture
• Krishna's huge Statue 
• Musical fountain
• AC Canteen offering Vegetarian Food ( Best and Clean plavce to have food)
• Changing lights is the main attraction. 

Visit this grand temple, which is  a religious and spiritual complex situated on a 54-acre site on the outskirts of Vrindavan. It is dedicated to Shri Krishna. Prem Mandir, is an elaborately carved, white marble wonder. Each stone of the temple has been hand carved. Its intricate beauty is enhanced by 80 panels that encircle the Temple depicting scenes of Radha Krishn leelas as described in the Bhagwatam. Two main shrines depict Radha Krishn and Krishn and Balram. 

Here you can enjoy The Circumambulation route, which is 40 feet wide and begins from the main entrance of the temple. This route consists of 80 panels, and in all these 80 panels the different pastimes of Shri Krishna as described in the Shrimad Bhagavat Puran have been chronologically displayed in three dimensional formats. Offerings are not allowed in the temple.

Visit this place at evening and take an hour for enjoying it full.It is recommended to visit temple is during evenig as it looks very beautiful in evening time. After Sunset, Temple illuminates with lots of artistic lighting, decorative images, antic crafts..Many temples in Vrindavan are old but is newly made and really marvelous..A huge area covered by the temple but very well maintained and very clean.

In the evening you return to the hotel in Vrindavan or Mathura, depending on your package and relax for the next day.

Day 4: Mathura to Agra ( 55 kms) + Taj Mahal Viewing

After an early morning breakfast, you head for the land of the Taj Mahal. You will fall in love with the elaborate designs and beautiful architecture. The whole city releases the cultural, religious and historical importance it holds. Of course the sight of the Taj Mahal will be an experience of a lifetime; even the Agra Fort, makes one wonder of the innovative ideas of people back in those days. 

Taj Mahal Site Seeing Tour - Full Day ( English Speaking Guide) Included

10:00 AM - 13:00 PM - Proceed to see The Taj Mahal, Agra, which was also the capital of the erstwhile Mughal empire.

Visit the legendary Taj Mahal, A UNESCO World Heritage Site. No trip to Agra would be complete without a visit to this shimmering vision of domes and minarets. The world's best-known tomb stands testimony to the timeless love story of  the 17th century Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan and his wife - queen Mumtaz Mahal. (The Taj Mahal is closed every Friday.)

13:00 pm till 14:00  - Lunch Break. Lunch at one of the best local restaurants in Agra.

16:00 pm - Agra Shopping Tour

Proceed for Shopping tour  in Agra which is known for its fabulous handicrafts, made of marble and softstone inlay work, specially zari embroidery work. Agra's major handicraft include inlay work are leatherware, brassware, carpets, jewellery and embroidery work.

In the evening you return to the hotel to rest.

Day 5: Agra Site Seeing ( Optional) - Agra Fort + Fatehpur Sikri

Full day Sightseeing of Famous Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri. Night Stay in Agra Hotel

Day 6: Agra to  Delhi

Drive to Delhi upon arrival check in at hotel later proceed for sightseeing . Back to hotel

Day 7:  Delhi Departure

Drop to Airport or railway station