Description
A 7-day tour package from Jaipur covering Haridwar, Rishikesh, Mathura, Vrindavan, and Agra offers a spiritually enriching and culturally diverse experience in North India. This itinerary combines the sacred atmosphere of the Himalayas with the land of Lord Krishna and the Mughal grandeur of Agra.
Best Time to Visit: The ideal time for this tour is from October to March. The weather is pleasant and conducive to sightseeing. Avoid the extreme heat of summer (April to June) and the monsoon season (July to September).
Travel Logistics from Jaipur:
• Jaipur to Mathura/Agra (Starting Point): It's generally most efficient to start the tour by traveling to Mathura or Agra.
Train: Several trains connect Jaipur (JP) to Mathura Junction (MTJ) and Agra Cantt (AGC). The journey to Mathura is typically 3-5 hours, and to Agra, 4-6 hours.
Car/Taxi: A private car from Jaipur to Mathura takes approximately 4-5 hours (220-250 km), and to Agra, about 4-6 hours (240-260 km).
• Inter-city Travel: A private air-conditioned car is highly recommended for comfortable and flexible travel between Mathura, Vrindavan, Agra, Haridwar, and Rishikesh.
• Mathura/Agra to Haridwar/Rishikesh: The drive from Mathura/Agra to Haridwar/Rishikesh is approximately 6-8 hours.
• Haridwar/Rishikesh to Delhi: The drive from Haridwar/Rishikesh to Delhi is approximately 4-5 hours. You'll likely need to travel to Delhi to catch your return train to Jaipur.
• Delhi to Jaipur (Return Journey):
Train: Numerous trains connect Delhi to Jaipur, with a journey time of 3.5-5 hours.
Car/Taxi: A private car takes about 4.5-6 hours.