Detailed Itinerary
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Seven evenings of Bhagwat Katha by Sarasvati Didi. Every morning: sacred darshan. Every evening: her discourse.
14 Nov – 25 Nov 2026 · Dev Deepawali
Detailed Itinerary
Seven evenings of Bhagwat Katha by Sarasvati Didi. Every morning: sacred darshan. Every evening: her discourse.
Sat 14 Nov
Group meet at London Heathrow Airport. Check-in assistance and group boarding.
Evening flight to Delhi. Travel together as a group.
Overnight flight. Rest, connect with fellow pilgrims, and prepare your heart for Vrindavan.
Sun 15 Nov
Arrive Delhi. Private AC coach transfer to Vrindavan (approx. 3.5 hours). Scenic drive through the heart of North India.
Check-in at hotel/dharamshala. Rest, freshen up, and settle in after overnight flight. Light prasadam lunch.
First Kartik deep daan (lamp offering) at Yamuna Ghat with the group. Welcome dinner and group introductions.
Mon 16 Nov
Early morning Mangala aarti at Banke Bihari Temple (one of the most powerful experiences in Vrindavan). Prem Mandir darshan with guided explanation of the carvings and their stories.
Nidhivan (the sacred grove where Radha and Krishna are believed to perform Ras Leela every night). Seva Kunj. Prasadam lunch together.
Bhagwat Katha Day 1 — Inauguration Ceremony. Sarasvati Didi opens the 7-day discourse. Deep daan at katha venue.
Tue 17 Nov
Radha Raman Temple. Radha Damodar Temple (where Rupa Goswami and Jiva Goswami lived and wrote).
ISKCON Sri Sri Krishna Balaram Mandir. Shahji Temple. Optional pitra services (pre-booked): Pitra Daan, Yagya, Havan, or Bhajan for departed ancestors. Performed by experienced pandits arranged through Sarasvati Didi.
Bhagwat Katha Day 2. Sarasvati Didi continues the discourse.
Wed 18 Nov
Travel to Mathura (15 km). Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi darshan: the prison cell where Lord Krishna was born. Guided walk through the complex.
Dwarkadhish Temple. Vishram Ghat: where Krishna rested after defeating Kansa. Boat ride on the Yamuna. Prasadam lunch at a local bhojanshala.
Bhagwat Katha Day 3.
Thu 19 Nov
Early start at 4:00 AM. 21 km sacred circumambulation of Govardhan Hill on foot. The hill that Krishna lifted on his little finger to protect the people of Vrindavan. Daan Ghati Temple, Manasi Ganga.
Mukut Mukharvind (the face of Govardhan). Kusum Sarovar. Rest and prasadam after the parikrama.
Full rest and recovery — no katha today. Those not doing parikrama have a free darshan day in Vrindavan.
Fri 20 Nov
Travel to Barsana: the village of Radha Rani. Climb to the hilltop Radha Rani Temple. Feel the energy of the place where Radha grew up.
Nandgaon: Nand Bhavan, the home of Krishna's foster father Nand Baba. Return to Vrindavan.
Bhagwat Katha Day 4.
Sat 21 Nov
Gokul: Raman Reti (the soft sand where baby Krishna played). Chaurasi Khamba.
Radha Kund and Shyam Kund: sacred bathing (snaan) in the holiest waters during Kartik month. Deep daan at Radha Kund.
Bhagwat Katha Day 5.
Sun 22 Nov
Free morning in Vrindavan. Return to your favourite temple for a final darshan. Shop for murtis, japa malas, Vrindavan sweets, and gifts for family.
Optional: second slot for Pitra Daan, Yagya, or Havan for those who missed Day 4. Visit the local markets.
Bhagwat Katha Day 6.
Mon 23 Nov
Seva activity at a local goshala (cow shelter): feed and care for the cows of Vrindavan. A chance to give back to the land that has given so much.
Farewell prasadam lunch together as a group. Exchange contacts, share photos.
Bhagwat Katha Day 7 — Sapthahik Completion Ceremony. Grand aarti, celebrations, group photo. Sarasvati Didi leads closing blessings.
Tue 24 Nov
Free darshan. Soak in the atmosphere of Kartik Purnima in Vrindavan.
Witness Dev Deepawali preparations across Vrindavan's ghats and temples. The city transforms.
Dev Deepawali — millions of diyas lighting up Vrindavan. The gods celebrate Diwali. The most spectacular night of the year. Late evening transfer to Delhi.
Wed 25 Nov
Early morning flight from Delhi. Arrive London Heathrow. Return home with blessings, memories, and a community of fellow devotees you will carry for life.
Everything taken care of. You just show up with an open heart.
Model A
Return flights London Heathrow to Delhi (group booking)
10 nights 3-star hotel or quality dharamshala (twin/double sharing)
All meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner (pure vegetarian, sattvic, no onion no garlic)
Private AC coach for all travel (Delhi to Vrindavan, all day trips, return to Delhi)
All temple visits, darshan, and guided tours with local pandits
Daily Kartik deep daan materials and lamp offerings
7-day Shrimad Bhagwat Katha by Sarasvati Didi (venue, stage, sound, flowers, musicians)
Daily satsang, kirtan, and deep daan during Kartik month
Kartik katha sessions by local Vrindavan scholars
Guided meditation sessions at Yamuna Ghat
Sunset boat ride on Yamuna at Mathura
Goshala seva (cow shelter visit and service)
Cultural programme: Ras Leela performance and folk music evening
Indian visa application assistance
Group travel insurance (medical and cancellation)
Dedicated tour coordinator with you 24/7
WhatsApp group for coordination and updates
Model B
For pilgrims arranging their own flights. We take over from Delhi airport.
10 nights 3-star hotel or quality dharamshala (twin/double sharing)
All meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner (pure vegetarian, sattvic, no onion no garlic)
Private AC coach for all travel (Delhi airport pickup, all day trips, Delhi airport drop)
All temple visits, darshan, and guided tours with local pandits
Daily Kartik deep daan materials and lamp offerings
7-day Shrimad Bhagwat Katha by Sarasvati Didi
Daily satsang, kirtan, and deep daan during Kartik month
Kartik katha sessions by local Vrindavan scholars
Guided meditation sessions at Yamuna Ghat
Sunset boat ride on Yamuna at Mathura
Goshala seva (cow shelter visit and service)
Cultural programme: Ras Leela performance and folk music evening
Dedicated tour coordinator with you 24/7
WhatsApp group for coordination and updates
Flights and visa not included. We can recommend flights for your dates.
Pitra Daan: sacred offering for departed ancestors
Yagya / Havan: fire ceremony for spiritual purification
Bhajan for Pitra: devotional singing in memory of ancestors
Personalised Puja: custom puja at a temple of your choice
VIP Katha Seating: priority front-row seating for all 7 days
Arranged through Sarasvati Didi with trusted local pandits. Costs confirmed after booking.
x Personal shopping and souvenirs
x Tips and gratuities (optional, at your discretion)
x Personal phone/data charges
x Any meals outside the group itinerary
x Pitra services (optional, separate cost)
x Flights (Model B only)
Itinerary is flexible and adjusted based on group energy, festival timings, and local conditions.
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