A Day at BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham NYC Dep

A Day of peace and spiritual reflection at BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham

 

NYC Departure

 

Thursday February 12, 2026

 

 

Join A-1 Tours for a visit to BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham in Robbinsville NJ. One of the newest and most breathtaking attractions in the Garden State.

 

Born from a grand vision and an ambitious plan, the magnificent BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple  stands as a hidden gem in central New Jersey attracting thousands of visitors each year from across the globe.

This awe-inspiring campus is home to several architectural masterpieces, thoughtfully designed to offer a sanctuary of peace and spiritual reflection.

Visitors are greeted by a striking 49-foot sacred image of Bhagwan Swaminarayan as a young yogi, setting the tone for the journey ahead.

 

You will enjoy a guides tour of the campus  where you will learn the story of how it all started and how it all come together.  As you tour through the welcome center across the ground and into the temple you will be explore the meticulously carved details, majestic fountains and exquisite art work. The tour offers deep insight into the temple’s architecture, its purpose and see  several historic artifacts on display.

 

Completed in 2023, the temple was brought to life by the dedication of 12,500 volunteers. A-1 Tours offers you a unique opportunity to take part in this serene & spiritual outing that we fill you with energy & new impressions.

 

After the tour you will enjoy a fresh made vegetarian lunch in the cafeteria before spending some time exploring on your own and  perhaps take a peek in the giftshop.

 

 

Pick-ups:

09:00am B&H Photo Video 420 9th Ave, New York, NY 10001  (corner of 34^tr and 9 Ave)

09:45am Newark International Airport Station 88-98 Station Road, Newark, NJ 07114

Departure times may slightly change. Final departure times TBA

 

Approx. itinerary

Departure from selected pick up points

11:00am approx. arrival at BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham

11:30am-1:30pm Guided tour by foot

1:45pm Lunch in the cafeteria

3:00pm depart

4:00pm approx. drop off in Newark

5:00pm approx. drop off in Manhattan

 

Day at leisure

11:00pm approx. departure from DC

 

 

Package includes:

§  Motor coach transfer roundtrip

§  1.5-2 hour guided tour

§  Temple donation

§  Lunch, entrée, beverage tax & gratuity

 

If there are any questions or if you need assistance making the booking place contact A-1 Tours

General Manger: Josefin Lagnelius

Email: jlagnelius@a1tours.com

Phone: 609-919-2037

Cell: 347-340-9259

 

All tours are subject to availability until you have received firm confirmation from your A1 Tours Travel Planner.

 

Please arrive 15 mins prior to estimated departure time at your selected pick-up point.

All timings are approximate.

Some of the pick-up locations we use require a parking fee for your vehicle. Guests are responsible for their own parking fees.

Tour runs in rain or shine.

 

IF you have purchased “cancel for any reason” insurance. You may cancel up to 24 hours prior to time of estimated departure for any reason.

If you cancel you MUST notify A-1 Tours in writing or by phone and receive a cancellation confirmation back.

 

A-1 Tours reserves the right to cancel the tour with full refund to guests in case of low participation numbers.