BRAJBHOOMI MATHURA & AGRA FROM DELHI(5N6)

Upon arrival, meet and greet at Delhi Airport/Railway Station and transfer to the Mathura.

One of Hinduism's seven sacred cities, Mathura is the birthplace of the very beloved Lord Krishna. Located in the state of Uttar Pradesh, Mathura and Vrindavan are often considered twin cities (located only 10km away from each other). Mathura is a small town dotted with temples from various ages and attracts a horde of pilgrims from all over the world.

Upon Arrival, Check-in at hotel. Overnight Stay at Mathura Hotel. 

In Morning, have breakfast at hotel. After breakfast, proceed for the Vrindavan Sightseeing:- 

One of the oldest cities on the banks of Yamuna, Vrindavan is considered to be one of the most important places of pilgrimage for the devotees of Krishna. It is said that Lord Krishna had spent his childhood in Vrindavan. The name of the city has been derived from Vrinda (meaning basil) and van (meaning grove) which perhaps refer to the two small groves at Nidhivan and Seva Kunj. Since Vrindavan is considered to be a sacred place, a large number of people come here to abandon their worldly life.

• Banke Bihari Mandir: Shri Banke Bihari Mandir is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Krishna.This temple is among the 7 temples of Thakur of Vrindavan. The image of Lord Krishna in the temple appears in the form of a child and is seen standing in the Tribhanga position.

• Radha Vallabh Temple: Situated near Gotam Nagar on the cliff near Bankey Bihari temple is the Radha Vallabh Mandir, one of the seven temples of Thakur of Vrindavan. This temple is the epitome of the sacred and divine love of Radha and Krishna, displayed in the rarest form 'Rasbhakti'. Enshrined by Lord Krishna, the temple does not have a deity of Radha. Instead, it has a crown placed next to Lord Krishna to signify her presence.

• Radha Raman Temple: Built by Gopala Bhatta Gosvami, this temple was established in 1542. It is said that the deity here is self-manifested from one of the shalagram-shilas. As an idol of Radha is not present here, a crown placed near Lord Krishna depicts her.

• Nidhivan: Nidhivan, a temple nestled in the holy birthplace of Krishna, has a sense of miracle attached to it. Nidhivan is known as the place that Lord Krishna visits it every night performs Ras Leela.

• ISCKON Vrindavan: Located in the Raman Reti area of Vrindavan, ISKCON temple has become the major attraction in Vrindavan. Also known as Sri Sri Krishna Balaram Mandir, the temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna and Balram.

• Prem Mandir: Known as "Temple of God's love", Prem Mandir is one of the most popular places to visit in Vrindavan. It is dedicated to Radha Krishna as well as Sita Ram. Made out of white marble and adorned with very intricate carvings, this temple is also famous for its architectural beauty.

After sightseeing, return back to Mathura. Overnight Stay at Mathura Hotel. 

Early Morning, Have Breakfast at Hotel. After breakfast, check-out & proceed for the Mathura Sightseeing:- 

Places to be Covered:- 

• Shri Krishna Janmasthan Temple: It is believed that this temple is situated at the place where Lord Krishna was born and the result of many excavations has tried to prove this belief.

• Dwarkadheesh Temple: The Dwarkadhish Temple, touted as one of the holiest temples in Mathura, is famous all over the country for its elaborate architecture and paintings. Built in 1814, the temple is relatively new but is highly revered. The temple is dedicated to Lord Dwarkadheesh, a form of Lord Krishna known as Dwarkanath, depicted in a black marble idol.

After sightseeing, proceed for the Agra. 

Located on the banks of River Yamuna in Uttar Pradesh, Agra is a popular tourist destination as it is home to one of the 7 wonders of the world, the Taj Mahal. It is a sneak peek into the architectural history and legacy of the Mughal empire with two other UNESCO World Heritage Sites Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri. History, architecture, romance all together create the magic of Agra, and hence, makes for a must-visit for anyone living in or visiting India.

Upon Arrival, Check-in at hotel. Overnight Stay at Agra Hotel. 

Early Morning, Have Breakfast at Hotel. After breakfast, Check-out and proceed for Agra Sightseeing:- 

• Taj Mahal: One of the Seven Wonders of the World, Taj Mahal is located on the banks of River Yamuna in Agra. It was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a memorial for his third wife, Mumtaz Mahal. It also houses the tomb of Shah Jahan himself. Constructed entirely out of white marble in the 17th century, Taj Mahal is one of the most beautiful monuments in the world. Every year visitors numbering more than the entire population of Agra pass through the magnificent gates to catch a glimpse of this breathtaking monument!

• Agra Fort: Also known as Lal Qila, Fort Rouge or Red Fort of Agra, the Agra Fort is a UNESCO world heritage site. It is situated at a distance of about 2.5km northwest of the famous Taj Mahal. The construction of the massive fort of red sandstone by the banks of Yamuna river was started by emperor Akbar.

After sightseeing, proceed for the Delhi. 

The capital of India, Delhi is a cosmopolitan city with a historic old Delhi and the modern New Delhi. From historical monuments to crowded shopping malls, from an extensive network of the modern metro system to Delhi University campus, Dilli has multiple personalities and is considered to be the city with a heart.

The narrow, winding lanes and bylanes of old Delhi are a testament to the former Mughal rule. Old Delhi houses one of the country's oldest and busiest market – Chandni Chowk.

Upon Arrival, Check-in at hotel. Overnight Stay at Delhi Hotel. 

In Morning, have breakfast at hotel. After breakfast, proceed for the Delhi Sightseeing:- 

• Akshardham Temple: The Akshardham Temple, also known as Swaminarayan Akshardham is dedicated to Lord Swaminarayan. It is known for its stunning architecture. Akshardham complex is home to India's largest step well which is a host to the mesmerising water show each evening. 

• Qutub Minar: Qutub Minar is a minaret or a victory tower located in the Qutub complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Delhi's Mehrauli area. With a height of 72.5 metres (238 ft), Qutub Minar is the second tallest monument of Delhi. The surrounding Qutub complex has lush green lawns which are popular picnic spot.

• India Gate: It stands as a memorial to 84,000 soldiers of the British Indian Army who died between 1914 and 1921 in the First World War, in France, Flanders, Mesopotamia, Persia, East Africa, Gallipoli and elsewhere in the Near and the Far East, and the Third Anglo-Afghan War.

• Rajghat: Raj Ghat is a memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi in Delhi, India. Originally it was the name of a historic ghat of Old Delhi. Close to it, and east of Daryaganj was Raj Ghat Gate of the walled city, opening at Raj Ghat to the west bank of the Yamuna River. Later the memorial area was also called Raj Ghat. 

Also drive past President's House, Parliament House, and Government Secretariat Building. After this, proceed for the Connaught Place Market. 

Later, return back to hotel. Overnight Stay at Delhi Hotel.

In Morning, have breakfast at hotel. After breakfast, check-out & proceed for the Delhi Airport/Railway Station to board the flight/train for onward destination