Akshardham Temple and Princeton University Day Tour from New Jersey and New York
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Tour Overview
Highlights
Visit Princeton (Princeton University), Windsor (BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham).
- Two iconic stops, one easy day: Princeton University and Akshardham, the largest Hindu mandir in the U.S.
- Designed for visiting parents & grandparents: Relaxed pace, minimal walking, wheelchair-accessible.
- A living place of worship: Experience the serene mandir, not just a photo stop.
- Pickup in Flushing and at the Thomas Edison Service Area, NJ
Dates & Prices
Price in USD (per person)
Itinerary
Morning pickup in New York or at the Thomas Edison Service Area, NJ.
Visit Princeton University and BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham (the largest Hindu mandir in the U.S.) at a relaxed, elder-friendly pace. Pure-vegetarian lunch on site (at own expense).
*Dress code: All clothing must cover shoulders, chest, and knees. Wraps/sarongs are not permitted. Please refrain from wearing clothing with offensive language or graphics. Shoes must be removed before entering the Mandir.
Visit Princeton University and BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham (the largest Hindu mandir in the U.S.) at a relaxed, elder-friendly pace. Pure-vegetarian lunch on site (at own expense).
*Dress code: All clothing must cover shoulders, chest, and knees. Wraps/sarongs are not permitted. Please refrain from wearing clothing with offensive language or graphics. Shoes must be removed before entering the Mandir.
Princeton, NJ
Princeton is one of America's most prestigious college towns — elegant, walkable, and steeped in history. Stroll its tree-lined streets and Nassau Street shops before we step onto the storied Ivy League campus itself.
Princeton University
Princeton University is one of the nation's oldest Ivy League universities. Stroll the historic campus and take in its Gothic architecture and centuries of history at a relaxed pace.
Windsor, NJ
Robbinsville, New Jersey is home to BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham, the largest Hindu mandir in the United States.
BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham
A serene Hindu mandir of intricately hand-carved marble and stone, assembled by thousands of volunteers. Beyond its craftsmanship, it remains a living place of worship — a peaceful space to reflect and share a quiet moment with your elders.
Close on Tuesday
Departure & Return
| Location | Address | Departure | Return |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flushing, NY | 7:00am | 7:00pm | |
| Brooklyn, NY | Remark:Pickup only, no drop off | 8:00am | |
| New York, NY | 8:30am | 7:30pm | |
| Woodbridge, NJ | 9:00am | 6:30pm |
*Return time is an estimate and varies based on traffic and weather conditions.
Includes & Excludes
Price Includes
Price Excludes
Additional Notes
- Photo ID: Please bring a valid photo ID for verification at pickup.
- Child Seat: NY law requires children under 8 to use a car seat or booster in our vehicles. Customers must bring their own; we don't provide them. Without one, we can't carry the child.
- Temple dress code: Shoulders and knees must be covered — no sleeveless tops or shorts.
Policies
Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a receipt of booking by email. Within 36 hours of submitting your reservation you will receive a confirmation email confirming the booking status.
You will receive a confirmation email (e-ticket) after your order is received. Complete operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, is included on the e-ticket. You must print the e-tickets and take them along on your trip; they are your proof of purchase.
Booking and Reservation
The tour operator suggests each passenger book tours at least one day before the departure date. Yet, this product is available for last-minute booking as long as there is an inventory on the page. The seats will not be assigned until the reservation has been made. The passenger may be required to provide a name, phone number, and address and specify the designated tour and date of travel.
The tour operator suggests each passenger book tours at least one day before the departure date. Yet, this product is available for last-minute booking as long as there is an inventory on the page. The seats will not be assigned until the reservation has been made. The passenger may be required to provide a name, phone number, and address and specify the designated tour and date of travel.
Cancellation or Change Policy
(1) All cancellations or changes of date must comply 7 days before departure. The full refund will be credited directly to your TakeTours wallet as credits for future use. The refund can also be forwarded directly to your credit card with a 6% handling fee.
(1) All cancellations or changes of date must comply 7 days before departure. The full refund will be credited directly to your TakeTours wallet as credits for future use. The refund can also be forwarded directly to your credit card with a 6% handling fee.
(2) If cancel or fail to participate in any part of the itinerary for personal reasons (e.g., lack of travel documents, tardiness, illness, accidents, etc.) during the trip, the paid group fee will not be refunded, nor will any other services be provided as compensation.
Seat Assignment
All seats are pre-assigned on a first come first serve basis after the reservation.
All seats are pre-assigned on a first come first serve basis after the reservation.
Photo ID
Please bring a valid photo ID for verification at pickup.
Please bring a valid photo ID for verification at pickup.
Boarding
All passengers must arrive 30 minutes before departure time. All passengers must show a photo ID and boarding pass or tickets for boarding; absolutely no boarding without tickets. Departure time and boarding location will be confirmed after the reservation is made.
All passengers must arrive 30 minutes before departure time. All passengers must show a photo ID and boarding pass or tickets for boarding; absolutely no boarding without tickets. Departure time and boarding location will be confirmed after the reservation is made.
Tranvel Insurance
The tour operator is not responsible for any loss of or damage to personal items, or personal injury that may occur on or during the tour. It is optional for passengers to buy travel insurance.
The tour operator is not responsible for any loss of or damage to personal items, or personal injury that may occur on or during the tour. It is optional for passengers to buy travel insurance.
Responsibility
(1) Tour operator reserves the right to substitute hotels and alter the itinerary, withdraw any tour, and make any desirable alteration for the convenience of the operation of the tour.
(2) The Tour operator reserves the right to alter the tour program and the itinerary order may be different than displayed online, the tour guide will arrange it accordingly depending on the traffic, hotel arrangement, attractions opening time, etc.
(3) Tour operator reserves the right to cancel the tour prior to departure for any reason. By accepting our policy, the passenger must agree that the tour operator shall hold no responsibilities for itinerary alterations, delays or cancellation strikes, sickness, theft, loss, accidents, weather, bus issues, or any other causes.
(4) Each group requires a minimum number of passengers to operate a departure. The tour operator reserves the right to cancel a departure due to not meeting this basic requirement. Liability for such cancellation is limited to a full refund of the money received by us, and this will constitute a full settlement with the Tour Department.
(5) Tour operator reserves the right to decline to accept or retain any tour member for any reason before or during the tour.
(6) All prices are subject to change without prior notice.
(7) All itineraries are subject to change without notice.
(8) All passengers must obtain a valid passport and all entry/exit visas as required by immigration regulations.
(9) If the passenger has any special request to leave the tour in a certain place during the tour, it is their responsibility to notify the tour operator in advance to confirm upon booking the tour.
(10) Passengers must be self-reliant; those who require assistance must be accompanied by a friend or relative. Tour operators are NOT able to provide individual assistance for any passenger.
(11) Passengers should inform the escort or hotel reception if they are to use the hotel swimming pool. All children should be accompanied by their parents while using the pool. No lifeguard on premises, swim at your own risk.
(12) Passenger(s) are responsible for his or her belonging(s). Tour operators will no longer provide services to track or trace any personal item(s).
(1) Tour operator reserves the right to substitute hotels and alter the itinerary, withdraw any tour, and make any desirable alteration for the convenience of the operation of the tour.
(2) The Tour operator reserves the right to alter the tour program and the itinerary order may be different than displayed online, the tour guide will arrange it accordingly depending on the traffic, hotel arrangement, attractions opening time, etc.
(3) Tour operator reserves the right to cancel the tour prior to departure for any reason. By accepting our policy, the passenger must agree that the tour operator shall hold no responsibilities for itinerary alterations, delays or cancellation strikes, sickness, theft, loss, accidents, weather, bus issues, or any other causes.
(4) Each group requires a minimum number of passengers to operate a departure. The tour operator reserves the right to cancel a departure due to not meeting this basic requirement. Liability for such cancellation is limited to a full refund of the money received by us, and this will constitute a full settlement with the Tour Department.
(5) Tour operator reserves the right to decline to accept or retain any tour member for any reason before or during the tour.
(6) All prices are subject to change without prior notice.
(7) All itineraries are subject to change without notice.
(8) All passengers must obtain a valid passport and all entry/exit visas as required by immigration regulations.
(9) If the passenger has any special request to leave the tour in a certain place during the tour, it is their responsibility to notify the tour operator in advance to confirm upon booking the tour.
(10) Passengers must be self-reliant; those who require assistance must be accompanied by a friend or relative. Tour operators are NOT able to provide individual assistance for any passenger.
(11) Passengers should inform the escort or hotel reception if they are to use the hotel swimming pool. All children should be accompanied by their parents while using the pool. No lifeguard on premises, swim at your own risk.
(12) Passenger(s) are responsible for his or her belonging(s). Tour operators will no longer provide services to track or trace any personal item(s).
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Your tour guide will contact you one day prior to departure to reconfirm meeting details and provide important tour information. Hotel arrangements are also finalized and confirmed one day before departure.
No, meals are not included in the tour price. The tour guide will bring guests to dining locations during the tour, where you may choose and purchase meals based on your preference. Vegetarian options are available at these dining locations.
If airport transfer is not included, this tour departs from fixed pickup locations, which are listed on the product page at the time of booking.
If airport transfer is included, pickup will be arranged according to your flight arrival details.
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