Nandgaon Parikrama is a sacred circumambulation around Nandgaon, the hilltop village where Lord Krishna lived with Nanda Baba and Yashoda Maiya during his youth. It holds immense spiritual importance as many of Krishna’s leelas (divine pastimes), including cowherding and playing with the gopis, took place here. Devotees perform the parikrama seeking blessings, devotion, and divine connection with Krishna and his family.

A typical Nandgaon Parikrama tour includes Nand Bhavan (palace of Nanda Baba), Pavan Sarovar, Charan Pahadi, Yashoda Kund, and other nearby leela sthals. The parikrama path circles the sacred Nandishwar Hill, and many packages also include spiritual narration, bhajan-kirtan sessions, and visits to nearby Barsana or Javat.

The Nandgaon Parikrama is a moderately short route of about 3 to 4 kilometers, which can be completed in 2 to 3 hours. While some uphill walking is involved to reach Nand Bhavan, the overall path is manageable and often guided with devotional stops along the way.

Most packages include round-trip transportation from Mathura, Vrindavan, or Govardhan, guided parikrama, temple darshan, and sometimes Satvik meals or prasad. Premium packages may also include spiritual guides, narration of Krishna’s pastimes, and customized options for families or senior citizens.

The best time for Nandgaon Parikrama is between October and March, when the climate is pleasant for walking and outdoor temple visits. The most auspicious times are during Holi (Lathmar Holi in Barsana/Nandgaon), Krishna Janmashtami, and Kartik month, when the entire Braj region vibrates with devotional energy.