9 Days in Vrindāvan: A Divine Journey

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18 Jan 2024

Embark on a spiritual adventure in the sacred land of Vrindāvan. Discover ancient temples, savor delectable local cuisine, and immerse yourself in the divine atmosphere. Join me as I explore the mystical charm of Vrindāvan, where every step is a step closer to enlightenment.

Trip to Vrindāvan

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Divine Delights and Serene Shrines

$44

$ 3

Vrindavan Balaji Devsthan

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

8 - 11 min

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Shri Radha Rani Shringar Sthali (Shringar Vat), Vrindavan

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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11:15 AM - 11:55 AM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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12:25 PM - 12:45 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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14 - 21 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$24

Day 2Sweet Treats and Sacred Sanctuaries

$44

$ 5

Vrindavan Balaji Devsthan

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 15 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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6 - 8 min

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Holy place with twisting trees, where Krishna is said to perform his divine dance each night.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

Directions

Majestic 16th-century Hindu temple featuring a red sandstone facade, raised plinth & marble altar.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$24

7 - 9 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$16

Day 3Temples, Tales, and Culinary Adventures

$44

$ 5

Vrindavan Balaji Devsthan

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 15 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

6 - 8 min

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9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Large, ornate Hindu temple dedicated to an 8th-century Vaishnava saint, featuring regular festivals.

10:15 AM - 11:15 AM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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11:45 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$16

7 - 10 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

Day 4A Gastronomic Journey and Sacred Encounters

$36

$ 6

Vrindavan Balaji Devsthan

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

13 - 16 min

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9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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19th-century Hindu temple featuring twisted marble pillars & a hall with Belgian chandeliers.

10:15 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Shri Radha Damodar Dev Ji Temple, Vrindavan

Hindu temple from the 1540s dedicated to Radha Damodara & housing a relic of Krishna's footprints.

11:30 AM - 12:10 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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12:40 PM - 1:20 PM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

9 - 11 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 5Temples of Tranquility and Culinary Delights

$36

$ 8

Vrindavan Balaji Devsthan

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

3 - 4 min

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Ornately decorated Hindu temple constructed around 1542 & housing a historic Krishna figure.

9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Contemporary complex featuring a Hare Krishna temple, plus open-air exhibits & a cow shelter.

10:15 AM - 11:45 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Elaborate, multitiered, blue-painted place of worship with an animatronic Lord Krishna tableau.

12:15 PM - 12:35 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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7 - 10 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$16

Day 6Resorts, Statues, and Spiritual Bliss

$32

$ 6

Vrindavan Balaji Devsthan

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

7 - 9 min

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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

21 - 26 min

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Hindu temple with carved pillars & domes, set in gardens with fountains & illuminated at night.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$16

7 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 7Temples, Devotion, and Authentic Cuisine

$40

$ 5

Vrindavan Balaji Devsthan

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

9 - 14 min

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9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Manicured gardens & a massive Mata Vaishno Devi statue in a sprawling Hindu temple complex.

10:15 AM - 12:15 PM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$12

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$12

Day 8Lassis, Temples, and Spiritual Awakening

$28

$ 2

Vrindavan Balaji Devsthan

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

2 - 3 min

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Thakur Shri Bankey Bihari Ji Temple, Vrindavan

Colorful temple known for mischievous resident monkeys & a striking devotional image of Krishna.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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Shri Radhavallabh Lal Ji Temple, Vrindavan

Sandstone Krishna temple from 1585, with Hindu & Islamic elements & flower-covered statues.

11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Shri Radha Madan Mohan Ji Temple, Vrindavan

Scenic temple dating back to the 16th century, with a terra cotta exterior & river views.

12:15 PM - 12:55 PM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 9Temples, Ashrams, and Divine Farewell

$44

$ 6

Vrindavan Balaji Devsthan

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

2 - 3 min

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Sri Sri Krishna Balaram Mandir (ISKCON Vrindavan)

Expansive & ornately decorated temple complex with a museum, restaurant, bakery & ashram.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

186 - 224 min

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11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

23 - 28 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$24

2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Budget breakdown: $391 In total

Activities & Food:$348

Transport:$43