Speak with a pilgrimage advisor+91 7007 57 1938
WhatsApp us

Circuits

Braj Yatra

Krishna's Braj, arranged as a slower five-day pilgrimage through Mathura, Vrindavan, Gokul, Govardhan, Barsana and Nandgaon.

Available to arrange5 days6 sacred stopsGentle / Standard paceSeason: October to March, and around Janmashtami and Holi

The route

MathuraKrishna Janmabhoomi, Dwarkadhish Temple and Vishram Ghat on the Yamuna.
VrindavanBanke Bihari, Prem Mandir and the temples of the old town.
GokulThe riverside town associated with Krishna's childhood and Nanda's household.
GovardhanThe sacred hill of Krishna's story, with parikrama on foot or by vehicle.
BarsanaRadha Rani Temple on the hill, and Radha's village.
NandgaonThe village associated with Nanda and Krishna's childhood stories.

Day by day

  1. Day 1

    Arrive and settle in at Mathura

    • Meet your Journey Manager and the group.
    • Krishna Janmabhoomi, Dwarkadhish Temple and Vishram Ghat on the Yamuna.
  2. Day 2

    Vrindavan

    • Banke Bihari, Prem Mandir and the temples of the old town.
    • Travel from Mathura with breaks, and an easy evening.
  3. Day 3

    Govardhan

    • The sacred hill of Krishna’s story, with parikrama on foot or by vehicle.
    • Travel from Vrindavan with breaks, and an easy evening.
  4. Day 4

    Barsana and Nandgaon

    • Radha Rani Temple in Barsana, with help on the hill where needed.
    • Nandgaon and time for a quiet final evening.
  5. Day 5

    Departure

    • Breakfast and transfer for your onward journey.

Indicative itinerary. Timings depend on darshan slots, weather and traffic, and your Journey Manager adjusts the plan on the day.

Price sheet

From Pricing confirmed on enquiry. Here is exactly what that covers.

Included

  • Ground transport from the meeting point, with verified drivers
  • A StayNaut Journey Manager throughout
  • Local hosts at each place and, where needed, a licensed guide
  • 3 nights in stays we have visited and checked, with breakfast
  • A daily WhatsApp update to a family contact, if you wish

Paid at official counters

  • Only where a temple or monument itself charges for entry, an aarti seat or a special-entry ticket
  • Shown to you in advance, charged at cost, with a receipt

Optional extras

  • Photography session with a vetted photographer
  • Wheelchair or other assistance
  • Puja through a vetted pujari at published rates
  • Single-room supplement

Not included

  • Flights or train tickets to the meeting point (we can help you book)
  • Meals not shown in the itinerary
  • Personal expenses, donations and shopping

We do not sell “VIP darshan”. If anyone offers it to you on this journey, tell your Journey Manager.

Good to know

  • Vrindavan is crowded, and rules around Banke Bihari are strict. We brief the group each morning.
  • Dress modestly, and carry a light shawl or stole.
  • Wear comfortable footwear that is easy to remove. Shoes are left outside temples.
  • Carry a photo ID and any regular medicines.
  • Some temples do not allow phones, cameras or bags inside. We tell you which ones before you go and arrange safe storage.
  • Rules, timings and queues change around festivals and during VIP visits. Your Journey Manager checks on the day and adjusts the plan.
On enquiryprice confirmed on enquiry
Register interest

Talk to a pilgrimage advisor

Tell us where you want to go and who is travelling. An advisor will call you back, suggest a journey and tell you honestly if it is not right for your group.

Your enquiry is sent to StayNaut and stored securely so our team can respond to you.