Mumbai

Architecture

Based on the tour Option selected, you will get pickup from your hotel, you will head to the Gateway of India and the iconic Taj Mahal Palace Hotel. Next, see the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus Train Station, which has been made into a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then, explore the Crawford Market, a British-era market that has been standing for over a century and is a great place to see an array of spices. Next stop is Dhobi Ghat, one of Asia's largest open-air laundry. Then you will visit Mahatma Gandhi's residence before close time at 5:00 PM. You will head to Malabar Hill, before seeing the Banganga water tank and stopping at Kamala Nehru Park to take in the views. But no view will match the one at Marine Drive, where you'll see a spectacular panorama of Mumbai. After a day of exploring Mumbai, you will be dropped back to your hotel.

Explore the beautiful Elephanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site on a this tour from Mumbai. Marvel at the caves and learn about the history, artifacts, and structures from your guide.  First take the ferry to Elephanta Caves, which is a must-see destination for history buffs or archaeology aficionados. Climb 120 steps to the plateau where these caves can be entered. Dive into the history behind the artifacts and structures found in seven major excavation sites. Enter the hall, a masterpiece of 6th-century architecture that is supported by huge pillars. Explore 3 caves and learn interesting facts about India's religious history. Each cave has a unique feature. One is a large Hindu Cave, the other is a Buddhist cave, and the final cave is dedicated to the God Shiva, with an immense, three-headed Shiva sculpture. After the Elephanta Caves, you will go back to Mumbai by ferry.

Discover one of India’s most vibrant and multicultural cities with the help of a local guide. Go off the beaten path as you explore beyond the city's main sights. See the Gateway of India, embark on a guided tour of Dharavi, visit one of the world's largest open-air laundries, and more. Meet your guide at Churchgate train station to hop onto a train that will take you to your Dharavi. Follow your guide as you walk through Dharavi before visiting Dhobighat, stepping inside the fascinating open-air laundry. Finally, see the Dabbawallas near the Churchgate Railway Station in action. Dabbawallas are the lunchbox delivery guys. You will learn about how they operate so smoothly.

Explore the Dharavi Slum, the largest slum located in a megacity in Asia. The slum is now famous thanks to the Oscar-winning film "Slumdog Millionaire". The tour will open your eyes to this bustling area of small businesses and a thriving community. Start the journey by meeting your guide at Dharavi, and experiencing the everyday happenings of this unique area. Numerous small businesses are thriving in every corner, making anything from exotic soaps and handmade cosmetics, to pottery and textiles. Throughout the walking tour, benefit from being a small group. Stroll easily through the narrow alleys and see how locals live their life here. You'll have a chance to interact with many people in the community. You'll also learn how the local recycling industry works.  You'll also be amazed at how diverse Dharavi is, with many different traditions and beliefs gathered in the same place. Your 2-hour tour will end at a pottery factory, where you can ask the guide to get you a taxi. You can also add on a vegetarian meal in a local family's home if you would like to stay in the slum a bit longer.

You will see on this private or shared tour what people do here for living, where they stay, where family live, children play, relax, which type of business going on like plastic recycling, leather industry, garment/textile, etc as yearly income is about 1 billion US Dollar. see the place where Slumdog millionaire movie was filmed inside Dharavi, and more surprises wait and see! Go beyond depictions in the film and learn about what life is really like here. In fact, my tour actively breaks all stereotypical depictions of the slums. It is completely safe to visit inside and around and you will visit only by a residence of Dharavi as we are Locals!

Hop on the train for a 15-minute ride to Chowpatty beach. Considering the warm weather most locals spend evenings with their families on the beach enjoying the cool breeze after a long day of work and enjoying Mumbai's iconic street snack in a picnic setup and guess what we do the same on the tour. The other half of the tour will be spent walking around Mohamed Ali Road, Mumbai's oldest market area, which is also a predominantly Muslim area with mouth-watering desserts and non-vegetarian dishes. On this tour we cover two aspects, we make you try street food which is very popular amongst the locals while partnering with food vendors whom we know use proper hygienic ways to prepare food and we take you on a walk which is like a maze of market streets which are lit up during the evening. Please note the tour price includes all the transportation costs to get from one place to another, we use local trains and taxis to get around and also it covers all the food costs, we provide you with packaged water and sanitizers. We drop you back to the meeting point if it is close to where you are staying or we help you find an Uber or a local taxi from where we conclude the tour.

Experience Mumbai according to your own interests with this full-day customized tour. Design your very own itinerary to spend 8 hours touring around the city to see Mumbai's top tourist attractions and areas.  Get picked up from your hotel and travel in comfort in a private air-conditioned vehicle. Choose to see major city attractions such as the Gateway of India, an arch-shaped monument built in the early 20th century, or the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus Train Station, which has been made into a UNESCO World Heritage site.  Other places to visit could be the Crawford Market, a British-era market with an array of spices, or the Dhobi Ghat, a large open-air laundry. At the end of your tour you will be dropped back to your hotel. If you would like to gain some insider knowledge, choose the option with a local guide. The recommended itinerary for a 6 hour tour is as follows: Gateway of IndiaColabaFort areaCsmt - UNESCO World Heritage siteBangangaKamala Nehru parkDhobighat - open air laundry bayMani bhavan 9Mahatma Gandhi’s home) The recommended itinerary for 8 hour is as follows: Above 6 hour itinerary plusBandra FortDadar Flower MarketDharavi Chor Bazaar

Experience the Asia's largest slum Dharavi situated in the heart of Mumbai, has topped the tourist list beating the iconic Taj Mahal and historical old Delhi tour. Our Dharavi slum tour is a 2 to 2.5 hours walking tour inside the slum by the first female tour guide of Dharavi. It is a perfect thing to do here on your first day in Mumbai. We take you to all the places that you wouldn't find on Google or by your own. We show you plastic recycling, paper recycling, aluminium recycling, Soap factories, Cloth manufacturing, Leather Industries, Pottery, Schools, Colleges, Markets, Commercial Places, Residential Areas and many more on the way. We tell you unique stories that you wouldn't find on Google or anywhere else.It's a truly local, authentic, eyeopening small group experience by the locals only. Book your Dharavi slum tour today, we would love to have you join in on our Dharavi slum tour here in Mumbai.

Private Mumbai Sightseeing Tour’ takes you through the city allowing you to see the various sites and spots that have a rich heritage and historic value. We take you to destinations like Hanging Garden, Dhobi Ghat, Gateway Of India, Rajabai Tower, Marine Drive, Chowpatty Beach, Mani Bhavan, Tower of Silence, cst station, Temples, Crowford Market, Colaba Causeway so you can enjoy and experience the real Mumbai. Which is not just a city but a feeling that is sure to give you lots of happy and beautiful memories to take back with you and cherish for a lifetime. The guests travel in well-maintained, air-conditioned cars and are accompanied by a skilled chauffeur, and well-informed tour guides to provide them with much-needed insights about the various spots they visit. “The best moment of life is when you travel carefree” Every hour of life indicates us to live more and explore more! At Linda Tours, We give you the pleasure to live life to the fullest. The pages of Mumbai determine historic events, serene coastal bay, charismatic beaches, phenomenal places, and ravishing religious places of the city. The Chapters of Mumbai also hold the beauty of understanding the art and culture of the place. When you sign up with us, we ensure that you get to learn even the minutest aspect of Mumbai. Though the city dwells in the cosmopolitan crowd, every festival here is celebrated with great joy and spirit. Mumbai is a perfect treat for a camera lens when it comes to going for market tours, shopping tours, caves excursions, and much more. At Linda Tours, we do offer you with unparallel solutions for all your travel needs

Arrive at the Gateway of India, the starting point for most Elephanta tours. You can either buy ferry tickets onsite or book in advance. Board the ferry to Elephanta Island. The ferry ride takes about 1 hours and offers beautiful views of Mumbai's coastline and the Arabian Sea. Arrival at Elephanta Island Disembark at Elephanta Island’s jetty. You can either walk to the base of the hill or take the mini toy train for a small fee. Walk up a series of steps to reach the caves. Along the way, there are shops and stalls selling souvenirs, drinks, and snacks. Exploring the Elephanta Caves Start exploring the Elephanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The caves, especially the main Cave 1, are filled with rockcut sculptures dedicated to Lord Buddha, particularly Buddha. The Trimurti sculpture, a 20foottall threefaced figure of Buddha, is the highlight. Spend time exploring other smaller caves, some of which have interesting carvings and courtyards. you can stroll around the island, visit the small museum that provides additional historical context, or just enjoy the scenic views. Optional: Explore the village area or take a short hike to the cannon hill, which offers panoramic views of the Mumbai harbor. Return to Mumbai: Return Ferry to Gateway of India Take the return ferry back to Mumbai. The last ferry typically leaves around 5:00 PM, but it's good to head back earlier to avoid crowds. Arrive back at the Gateway of India, concluding your Elephanta Island tour.