Overview:
This 3-day Mayapur ISKCON Temple Tour Package offers a serene retreat to the spiritual centre of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) in Mayapur, West Bengal. Located at the confluence of the Ganges and Jalangi rivers, Mayapur is a sacred pilgrimage site for devotees of Lord Krishna. This tour takes you around the beautiful temples, spiritual rituals, and the serene atmosphere offered by the ISKCON temple and its surroundings.
Itinerary Summary
Highlights
- Visit the ISKCON temple and experience a serene and spiritual atmosphere.
- Attend the soulful morning and evening aartis at the ISKCON complex.
- Explore Mayapur's vibrant spiritual culture and enjoy the scenic river views.
- Learn about the history of Gaudiya Vaishnavism and Srila Prabhupada's mission.
- Optional excursions to nearby religious sites like Nabadwip and Yoga Peeth.
Inclusions
- Accommodation in a 3-star hotel or ISKCON guest house.
- Daily breakfast.
- Round-trip transportation from Kolkata is by air-conditioned vehicle.
- Guided tours and entry to ISKCON and other temples.
- Toll taxes, driver allowance, and parking charges.
Exclusions
- Meals other than breakfast.
- Personal expenses such as tips, souvenirs, and additional activities.
- Travel insurance.
- Any activities or excursions not mentioned in the itinerary.
Itinerary
Arrival in Mumbai
- Depart from Kolkata in the morning and reach Mayapur by noon (approximately 4 hours by road).
- Check in to the hotel or guest house and relax.
- Visit the ISKCON Chandrodaya Temple and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.
- Attend the evening aarti (sandhya aarti), a mesmerizing experience that draws hundreds of devotees.
- Overnight stay in Mayapur.
- Begin your day with the Mangala Aarti in the early morning, a highly revered experience at the ISKCON temple.
- After breakfast, explore the Srila Prabhupada's Samadhi Mandir, a sacred spot dedicated to the ISKCON founder.
- Visit the Narasimha Temple and Radha Madhava Temple, marvelling at the beautiful idols and spiritual ambience.
- Enjoy a walk by the Ganges River, where you can meditate or relax.
- Return to the ISKCON campus for the evening kirtan and aarti.
- Overnight stay in Mayapur.
- After breakfast, take an optional excursion to Nabadwip, the birthplace of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu.
- Visit Yoga Peeth, the historical home of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, and explore local temples.
- Return to Mayapur by the afternoon.
- Depart for Kolkata, concluding the tour by evening.
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