. Namaste, by joining this tour you will be seeing how people live in a slum and a hand on experience of how to prepare the Masala tea.
. You will be navigating the busy and crazy traffic in a Chauffeur driven aircondition car.
. Other highlights includes heritage and touristic places such as Dhobi Ghat a 150 year old open laundry, VT Station (CSTM) the oldest railway station in India built in 1888, Flora fountain built in 1869, St Thomas Cathedral built in 1718, Gateway of India built in 1924, Taj Palace Hotel built in 1903, Rajabai tower built in 1878, Nariman Point, Mani Bhavan the place where Mahatma Gandhi lived, Pannalal Jain temple and the Hanging Garden.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ In-vehicle air conditioning
✔ Tea and coffee
✔ Parking fees
✖ Food, water and drinks are not included
✖ Landing and facility fees
Pickup Locations
1. Hotel Airlines International
2. Deluxe Residency
3. OYO 72627 Hotel Green House
4. Hotel Red
5. West End Hotel
6. The St. Regis Mumbai
7. Hotel Azalea
8. Retreat Hotel
9. The Oberoi Mumbai
10. Hotel Golden Galaxy - Santacruz East
11. Trident Nariman Point, Mumbai
12. Hotel West Blue By WB Economy
13. JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar
14. Hotel Green House
15. Capital O 44163 Hotel Sai Inn
16. Air View Hotel
17. Chateau Windsor Hotel
18. The Orchid Hotel Mumbai Vile Parle
19. The Ambassador Mumbai
20. Hotel Apple Inn
Additional Info: Pickup and drop is free if you are staying on the Western side of Mumbai
Itinerary
1
Dhobi Ghat
This is place is 150 years old and one of the oldest and biggest open laundry in the world and is mentioned in the Guinness Book of World Record. In this place you will see how the laundry is washed and dried, how they live and the process of bringing the laundry and delivering back.
Duration: 30 minutes
2
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus
Earlier known as Victoria Terminus is the oldest railway station in India built in 1888 and one of the busiest station in India. It is also categorised as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The suburban trains are the back bone of Mumbai and thus you will see how we travel in Mumbai and experience the life of a Mumbaikar.
Duration: 45 minutes
3
Ballard Estate
This place used to be the office area during the British rule with buildings more than 100 years old. While we pass through one can get a feel of being in an European country.
4
Flora Fountain
This fountain was built by the British in 1869 and today it is called the heart of the City. It is dedicated to the Greek Goddess Flora and the place is surrounded by old Gothic architecture buildings.
Duration: 30 minutes
5
St. Thomas Cathedral Mumbai
This Cathedral was built in 1718 and used to be the Zero point of Mumbai. The distance at 16 locations in Mumbai was measured from here. Also Saint Mother Teresa attended a service in this Church.
Duration: 30 minutes
6
Town Hall (Asiatic Society Library)
This place was built in 1804 and still functioning. It also has some resemblance to the Greek architecture and a favourite place for youngsters to hang around.
7
Gateway of India
Built in 1924 was built to commemorate the arrival of King George V and Queen Mary in 1911. Also Mahatma Gandhi arrived here in 1915 to fight for India's independence and the last British army left India on 28th of February, 1948 from this place. It is said to be the most visited place in Mumbai by Indian and foreign tourists.
Duration: 45 minutes
8
This Hotel was built in 1903 and was the first Hotel in India with a electric bulb, fan and a elevator. Also it was converted to a Hospital during the second world war. Its architecture is one of the most beautiful in India. Many celebrities have stayed and enjoyed the hospitality.
9
Rajabai Clock Tower
Built in 1878 and has a westminster chime. It used to be the tallest structure built those days and has a beautiful surroundings.
Duration: 15 minutes
10
Oval Maidan
This place is a world heritage site with a play ground and surrounded by art deco buildings. Very famous for cricket lovers as on Sundays one can see thousands of youngsters playing cricket.
Duration: 15 minutes
11
High Court Principal Bench Bombay
This place was established in 1862 and has a beautiful Gothic architecture.
12
Cuffe Parade
Here we will be visiting a slum called Machimar colony and see how fishermen live in this neighborhood. Also you will be taught how Masala Tea is prepared in a house of a fisherman. It has a beautiful view of the sea and one can see different colours and sizes of fishing boats docked. If lucky one can get to see the catch of the day.
Duration: 45 minutes
13
Nariman Point
This place gives you a clear view of the skyline of Mumbai and the Marine Drive also called the 'Queen's Necklace'. After independence it was decided to reclaim the sea and build an office area for businesses and offices. Also we will be taking a drive along the Marine drive.
Duration: 15 minutes
14
Mani Bhavan Gandhi Museum
This is the place where Mahatma Gandhi lived from 1917 till 1934. Decisions like Satyagraha and Civil disobedience was taken in this house. It has lots of history about India's freedom struggle. Also a beautiful Diorama displaying the life of Mahatma Gandhi and the struggle and sacrifice of Indians to get freedom.
Duration: 45 minutes
15
Jain Temple - Mumbai
Babu Amichand Pannalal Jain Temple built 130 years ago is a temple built in Marble and a beautiful example of Indian architecture. Here you can experience and see how devotees perform their religious rituals.
Duration: 30 minutes
16
Hanging Gardens
This place was built by the British in 1880 and is one of the beautiful green space in Mumbai and also has a observatory to see the skyline of Mumbai. A green space is a blessing for the people, birds and animals in this city of concrete jungle.
Duration: 15 minutes
Additional info
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
