Mathura Vrindavan Gokul Tour Package from Surat (3 Days)
3-day Mathura Vrindavan tour from Surat: Mathura, Vrindavan and Gokul. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹9,010 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
20° – 30°C
October in Mathura Vrindavan Gokul
Description
3-day Mathura Vrindavan tour from Surat: Mathura, Vrindavan and Gokul. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹9,010 per person.
This 3 days 2 nights itinerary covers 9 handpicked stops, including Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi, Dwarkadhish Temple, Vishram Ghat Aarti and more. October–March (Holi and Janmashtami are the festival peaks) is the best time to travel for pleasant weather. Your 2-night stay is arranged in a comfortable, well-reviewed hotel such as Itsy Hotels Krishna Residency, Govardhan Chauraha, Mathura. Every booking is backed by Trypdeals' 24x7 support team, from planning to the day you're back home.
Weather in Mathura Vrindavan Gokul
Best time: October to MarchAverage temperature range: 8°C – 39°C
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Surat to Mathura
Reach Mathura by train from Surat, where our driver meets you. Check in at your hotel in Mathura. Check in at Mathura and visit the Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi (phones and bags are not allowed inside), then the Dwarkadhish Temple in the old city. Attend the Yamuna aarti at Vishram Ghat in the evening. Overnight stay in Mathura.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Surat to Mathura
997 km · ~20h 56m · About 20h of driving split over 3 days, plus stops.
- Start from Surat
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
182 km · 3h 39m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 332Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 482Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
182 km · 3h 39m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 665Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 815Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
182 km · 3h 39m drive from previous stop
Arrive in MathuraMathura, Uttar Pradesh
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Surat to Mathura
997 km · ~22h 9m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Surat
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Surat. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Surat → Mathura
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~997 km
~22h 9m|Tentative fare ₹1,100–₹2,840
- Arrive in Mathura
Mathura, Uttar Pradesh
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Surat to Mathura
Nearest railway stations: Udhna Jn for Surat, Mathura Jn for Mathura.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
- 1
Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi
The temple complex at the birthplace of Lord Krishna.
- 2
Dwarkadhish Temple
The 19th-century temple of Krishna in the old city.
- 3
Vishram Ghat Aarti
The evening aarti on the Yamuna.
Mathura to Vrindavan
Today's travel: from Mathura to Vrindavan (about 11 km, 15 min). Drive to Vrindavan, about 12 km. Visit the Banke Bihari temple (very crowded at weekends, so go early), ISKCON and Nidhivan. In the evening, see the Prem Mandir lit up in changing colours. Overnight stay in Vrindavan.
- 1
Banke Bihari Temple
The most loved temple of Vrindavan, where the curtain is drawn every few minutes.
- 2
ISKCON Vrindavan
The Krishna Balaram Mandir with its kirtan.
- 3
Nidhivan
The grove where Krishna is believed to perform the Raas Leela each night.
- 4
Prem Mandir
The white marble temple lit in changing colours after dark.
Gokul and back to Surat
Drive to Gokul, where Krishna grew up, to see Nand Bhawan and the ghats, and Raman Reti, where devotees roll in the sand. Start home after lunch. Drive from Vrindavan to Gokul (about 22 km, 30 min) and from Gokul to Mathura (about 12 km, 15 min). Board the train from Mathura back to Surat (about 994 km), and the tour ends.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Vrindavan to Gokul
22 km · ~26m · About 0h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Vrindavan
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
22 km · 26m drive from previous stop
Arrive in GokulGokul, Uttar Pradesh
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Vrindavan to Gokul
22 km · ~29m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Vrindavan
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Vrindavan. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Vrindavan → Gokul
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~22 km
~29m|Tentative fare ₹20–₹110
- Arrive in Gokul
Gokul, Uttar Pradesh
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Vrindavan to Gokul
Nearest railway stations: Vrindaban Road for Vrindavan, Mathura Jn for Gokul.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Gokul to Mathura
12 km · ~14m · About 0h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Gokul
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
12 km · 14m drive from previous stop
Arrive in MathuraMathura, Uttar Pradesh
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Gokul to Mathura
12 km · ~16m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Gokul
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Gokul. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Arrive in Mathura
Mathura, Uttar Pradesh
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Gokul to Mathura
Nearest railway stations: Mathura Jn for Gokul, Mathura Jn for Mathura.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Mathura to Surat
994 km · ~20h 53m · About 20h of driving split over 3 days, plus stops.
- Start from Mathura
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
181 km · 3h 38m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 331Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 481Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
181 km · 3h 38m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 663Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 813Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
181 km · 3h 38m drive from previous stop
Arrive in SuratSurat, Gujarat
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Mathura to Surat
994 km · ~22h 5m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Mathura
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Mathura. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Mathura → Surat
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~994 km
~22h 5m|Tentative fare ₹1,090–₹2,830
- Arrive in Surat
Surat, Gujarat
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Mathura to Surat
Nearest railway stations: Mathura Jn for Mathura, Udhna Jn for Surat.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
- 1
Gokul
Nand Bhawan and the ghats where Krishna grew up.
- 2
Raman Reti
The sandy grove where devotees roll in the sand Krishna played on.
Tour Overview
Mathura is the birthplace of Lord Krishna, Vrindavan is where he spent his childhood among the gopis, and Gokul is where he was raised by Nand and Yashoda. The Braj towns are full of temples, ghats and evening aartis.
This 3-day, 2-night package starts and ends in Surat. The route runs Surat → Mathura → Vrindavan → Gokul → Mathura → Surat, about 2,036 km in all. Choose how you travel: cab, train or bus. Every price includes 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Highlights of the Mathura Vrindavan Tour from Surat
- Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi
- Dwarkadhish Temple
- Vishram Ghat Aarti
- Banke Bihari Temple
- ISKCON Vrindavan
- Nidhivan
- Prem Mandir
- Gokul
Inclusions in the Mathura Vrindavan Tour Package
- 2 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Surat for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- AC 3-tier train tickets both ways with the train option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions in the Mathura Vrindavan Tour Package
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Child Policy
Child up to 6 years: free (no extra bed)
Child 6 to 8 years: half charge
Child above 8 years: full charge
Payment Policy
20 percent advance at the time of booking
20 percent after you receive the hotel booking voucher
60 percent during the tour
For tours between 15 December and 2 January, 50 percent advance is required.
Cancellation Policy
Minimum cancellation charge: Rs. 3000 per person, or 10 percent of the tour cost, whichever is higher
25 percent between 46 and 30 days before departure
50 percent between 30 and 15 days before departure
75 percent between 15 and 5 days before departure
100 percent within 5 days of departure or on no-show
Important Travel Information for the Mathura Vrindavan Tour
Best time to visit: October–March (Holi and Janmashtami are the festival peaks)
Route: Surat → Mathura → Vrindavan → Gokul → Mathura → Surat (about 2,036 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Mathura and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.
Hotels: Itsy Hotels Krishna Residency, Govardhan Chauraha, Mathura; Treebo Brij Kaushal, Near Prem Mandir, Vrindavan, or similar.
Package Price: Cab, Bus or Train
Per-person price by group size and how you travel from Surat. Every price includes 3-star hotels (twin sharing), breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
| PersonsGroup size | By Cab | By Bus | By Train |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Persons | ₹33,960 | ₹14,350 | ₹12,260 |
| 33 Persons | ₹28,400 | ₹13,320 | ₹11,240 |
| 4–74–7 Persons | ₹24,970 | ₹12,200 | ₹10,110 |
| 8–108–10 Persons | ₹23,120 | ₹11,690 | ₹9,600 |
| 11–1211–12 Persons | ₹20,090 | ₹11,090 | ₹9,010 |
Prices are per person in rupees. The highlighted price is the lowest for that group size.
By cab from Surat the drive is about 997 km each way, so the cab option adds about 2 travel days each way; hotel stays on the way are included in its price.
With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Mathura and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.
Route Map
Places Covered
- Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi
- Dwarkadhish Temple
- Vishram Ghat Aarti
- Banke Bihari Temple
- ISKCON Vrindavan
- Nidhivan
- Prem Mandir
- Gokul
- Raman Reti
Who Is This Tour For
Best Time to Visit
October–March (Holi and Janmashtami are the festival peaks) is the ideal window for this trip, with the most pleasant weather for sightseeing.
What's Included / Excluded
Inclusions
- 2 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Surat for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- AC 3-tier train tickets both ways with the train option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Hotels for This Tour
Handpicked stays for a comfortable trip
Packing Checklist
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
- ID proof (for hotel check-in)
- Basic first-aid/medication
- Modest, traditional clothing for temple visits
- A shawl or stole to cover shoulders
Important Travel Information
Best time to visit: October–March (Holi and Janmashtami are the festival peaks)
Route: Surat → Mathura → Vrindavan → Gokul → Mathura → Surat (about 2,036 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Mathura and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.
Hotels: Itsy Hotels Krishna Residency, Govardhan Chauraha, Mathura; Treebo Brij Kaushal, Near Prem Mandir, Vrindavan, or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go
3 days and 2 nights. It starts from Surat on day 1 and you are back in Surat on day 3. With the train option, the train journey is in addition to these days.
Surat → Mathura → Vrindavan → Gokul → Mathura → Surat. That is about 2,036 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.
For 2 persons it is ₹12,260 per person (train); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹9,010 per person. Prices include 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Yes. This package is offered by cab, train or bus. By cab, the same AC car takes you from Surat and back. By cab from Surat the drive is about 997 km each way, so the cab option adds about 2 travel days each way; hotel stays on the way are included in its price. By bus, you take an AC bus to the first stop and back, and a cab covers the sightseeing. With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Mathura and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days. The price table shows each option for your group size.
October–March (Holi and Janmashtami are the festival peaks).
Destinations Covered in This Tour
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