A Perfect 2 Day Itinerary For Agra Mathura Vrindavan Tour
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In India, visiting Agra, Mathura and Vrindavan are on every traveler’s list. Agra is known for the Taj Mahal which is one of the seven wonders of the world. Mathura and Vrindavan are very important religious places dedicated to Lord Krishna. These sites allow you to witness both the heritage and cultural aspects in India.
This Agra, Mathura and Vrindavan itinerary would be a great idea for weekend travelers or the ones who want to explore these places on a 2 day schedule. So, let’s get started.
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Getting From Delhi To Agra
If you are coming to India from overseas, it is most probable that you will be landing at the Delhi Airport. If this is not the case you may still consider the train as the fastest mode of transportation from your city to Agra. Below are the different ways of traveling from Delhi to Agra, you can follow any of these as per your convenience :
By Train : You can reach the New Delhi Railway Station (NDLS) using the rapid metro service from Delhi Airport. The easiest way to book a train from Delhi To Agra is through Clear Trip website. Just fill in the easy form including the city you are coming from, the destination, day you would be traveling, preferred seat and the number of passengers. It would then show you all the available train routes, timings and their respective fares. You may book the train journey that suits you the best.
By Bus : You can book a bus trip from Delhi to Agra using the Make My Trip website. It also includes an easy search form that would show you details on all the available bus routes. Look out for the Volvo buses as they are the most comfortable ones.
By Car : You can hire a car here or ask the hotel management you are staying at to arrange a car for you. This is an expensive mode of transportation, but it’s the most convenient one.
2 Day Itinerary For Agra Mathura Vrindavan Tour
Day 1 : Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri
The Taj Mahal
Start your day by visiting the Taj Mahal. Its beauty is beyond words. Visiting this beautiful mausoleum is a once in a lifetime experience so make sure to take your time, click pictures and enjoy the charm of this wonder.
There are many photographers available there too who can help you to capture those picture perfect moments.
Tour Duration : 2 Hours
Ticket Prices :
- For foreign nationals the ticket is priced at 1100 rupees (15 USD) which includes a bottle of water, shoe covers & a tourist map of Agra.
- For Indian nationals the ticket is priced at 50 rupees. You will need to purchase shoe covers separately.
Note : During your visit you will be allowed to carry your camera & mobile phone with you. Edibles, torch & sharp objects are not allowed inside.
Opening Hours : Taj Mahal opens 6 days a week except on Fridays. The opening hours are as below;
- Day Time : 6 AM to 6 :30 PM
- Night Time : 8:30 PM to 12:30 AM
Agra Fort
The Agra Fort is another must visit attraction in Agra. It’s an incredible example of Mughal architecture when the forts were built of red sandstone and marble. This fort was built in the year 1573. Its huge complex consist of many palaces, gardens, lawns, courtyards, corridors, mosques, audience halls and chambers. Take a guided walking tour of this monument to know more about its fascinating history and architecture.
Tour Duration : 2 hours
Ticket Prices : For foreign nationals the ticket for Agra Fort is priced at 550 rupees (8 USD) while for Indian nationals the ticket is priced at 40 rupees.
Opening Hours : Agra fort remains open 6 AM to 6 PM everyday.
Note : The next stop would be Fatehpur Sikri which is located at a distance of 40 kms from Agra. Make sure you take a halt at any nearby restaurant in Agra for lunch before heading to Fatehpur Sikri. There are very limited food options in Fatehpur Sikri.
Fatehpur Sikri
Post lunch, visit the Fatehpur Sikri which is a palace city and has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built of red sandstone this palace city comprises of many popular structures such as the tomb of sufi saint Salim Chishti, Jama Masjid, Diwan-i-Aam (Hall of public audience), Birbal’s home, Hiran Minar (Elephant tower) and Paanch Mahal(five-storied pyramidal palace).
The most noteworthy thing about Fatehpur Sikri is its distinctive layout and the majestic entrance gate known as the Bulandh Darwaza.
Tour Duration : 2 Hours (Including the 45 minutes journey from Agra to Fatehpur Sikri)
Ticket Prices : For foreign nationals the ticket for Fatehpur Sikri is priced at 260 rupees (4 USD) while for Indian nationals the ticket is priced at 20 rupees.
Opening Hours : Fatehpur Sikri remains open from 6 AM to 6:30 PM everyday except on Fridays.
By the end of this tour, head back to Agra and have a good dinner at your hotel or at any of these top recommended restaurants.
If you are coming from Delhi, click here to book a 2 day tour to cover all the monuments in Agra (including sunset and sunrise views of Taj Mahal) inclusive of hotel accommodation, entrance fees to the monuments, tour guide and air conditioned car transport.
Day 2 : Mathura and Vrindavan
Mathura is located at a distance of about 60 kms from Agra. It would take 1 hour 30 mins to maximum 2 hours to reach Mathura from Agra depending upon traffic.
Have a good breakfast at your hotel and leave by 9 AM to make the most out of your trip to Mathura and Vrindavan. You will have to rent a car for this trip that might cost you up to maximum Rs. 3000 (USD 35). You can find a rental car for Mathura & Vrindavan here.
Shri Krishna Janambhoomi
Shri Krishna Janambhoomi is a magnificent and most significant holy place to visit in Mathura. This is the place where Lord Krishna was born. This place comprises caves depicting the stories of Lord Krishna, devotional areas and temples having beautiful idols of Lord Krishna and Radha.
You would not be allowed to take cameras, bags or cellphones inside the complex. Make sure you keep them in the safe lockers outside the temple’s complex.
Tour Duration : 1 hour
Opening Hours : The temple remains open from 5 AM to 12 Noon and 4 PM to 8 PM everyday.
Take a halt for lunch at Brijwasi restaurant which is located outside this temple’s complex.
Bankey Bihari Ji Temple
Bankey Bihari Ji Temple is the most renowned and holiest temple in Vrindavan. This temple is visited by millions of devotees every year with the hopes of wish fulfillment and to get a glimpse of the mesmerizing idol of Lord Krishna.
You will have to go through narrow lanes to reach this temple. Beware of notorious monkeys too! They are known for snatching stuff from people, especially spectacles/sunglasses.
Tour Duration : 45 minutes
Timings : The temple remains open from 9 AM to 8:30 PM everyday.
Iskcon Temple
Get mesmerized by the tunes of Hare Rama Hare Krishna at the Iskcon Temple. This is the most well maintained temple in Vrindavan. Once inside the temple you will see devotees soulfully dancing and chanting Hare Rama Hare Krishna. There are many facilities within the temple premises for the visitors. You can buy a religious book, gifts, souvenirs, have food or visit the holy museum located upstairs in the temple.
Tour Duration : 1 hour
Timings : The temple remains open from 5 AM to 8:30 PM everyday.
Prem Mandir
The Prem Mandir is a must visit temple in Vrindavan. This architectural wonder is built of white Italian marble. The various sculptures, decorations and intricate carvings showcase the tales of Lord Krishna. It is highly recommended to visit the Prem Mandir during the evening to witness its impressive visual light effects. It can easily be termed as one of the most beautiful temples of Modern India.
Tour Duration : 1 hour
Timings : The temple remains open from 5:30 AM to 8:30 PM everyday.
After indulging in such positive and spiritual vibes, it’s time to get back to your hotel, have dinner and take some good sleep.
Make your plans according to this Agra Mathura Vrindavan itinerary and make the most out of your visit. Happy Travels!
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I was way young when I did the exactly tour with my parents, of course my parents too me to these places. And the itinerary looked pretty same. You just refreshed my memories. Somehow I do not have pictures to look at. Could relate to the pictures you posted here.
Thanks for sharing a detailed guide on Agra-Mathura-Vrindavan tour as many of tourists visit these places in North India. As these places are very popular but it is very difficult to plan what to see first and how to go from one city to another. But thankfully you have covered all these useful tips in your blog. I have been to Mathura and Vrindavan but not Agra and very soon planning for it.
I have been to Taj Mahal once and we were unlucky because the entire morning Taj Mahal was closed for some reason so all the visitor had to wait to the afternoon and it was crowded!
I wish we would have visit Mathura and Vrindavan as it looks as these places as a lot to offer! Thank you for a detailed guide of these places, very helpful!
I did this tour last year and had an amazing time. I was still very happy to read this article as it brought back a lot of amazing memories. Your pictures look amazing too! Thank you for sharing this lovely article.
I did not realise that Mathura and Vrindavan are so close to Agra, only 60 kms ahead! I visited those cities when I was a little child and don’t remember much from my trip except that my grandparents took me to several temples while we were there! Agra, however, was a more recent trip for me so I have to agree with Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri being the top 3 places to visit there.
I’ve always wanted to visit Agra because of the Taj Mahal! You’ve also given me enough inspiration to make it a worthwhile trek out of New Delhi to see. I think the fort would be a great historical aspect to understand Agra and the surrounding region and I love the temples that you included!
You will not believe how helpful this post is to us. I have a few friends coming in from US and wanted to cover Taj Mahal and a few places nearby and had asked me to draw up a plan for them. Now I can just ask them to see this post! Thanks for this 🙂
That’s awesome! I am sure they are going to have a great time 🙂
Its been a bit over a decade since I went on this trip. It was a super memorable one coz we took a day and half train from Chennai to Delhi! It was indeed super fun. Yeah, I did one of those coach tours from Delhi to Agra, Mathura & Vrindavan. We went to Fatehpur Sikri by ourselves later. Nostalgic…..
I have visit Mathura and Vrindavan these are amazing holy places in India. Agra is very nice too because of famous Taj Mahal and fatehpur sikri.
To be honest, never thought that the Agra area is that large. It needs two days, that is good to know.
Agra and Brindavan are my favortie places. I love the serenity and the beautiful buildings around this place. I think I’ll explore these places one more time.
Nice coverage of the place, Very informative blog and suggestion for travelers. I really like to this blog its very interesting and informative. Thanks for your amazing travel guide and your photos are mind-blowing.
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I have been to Agra thrice and explored all the major places and sites of the city. I am yet to visit Mathura and Vrindavan.
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