- Duration
- 2 nights / 3 days
- Pickup → drop
- Mumbai → Mumbai
- Best time
- Nov – Feb
- Activity level
- 1/4 · Relaxed
- Group size
- 1–10
Activity level 1 of 4: Relaxed.City walks of 2 hours, plus the Elephanta ferry and about 120 steps.What the levels mean
- 1 · RelaxedSightseeing by car with short walks, under 2 hours on foot a day.All ages and fitness levels, including parents and young children.
- 2 · Light2–4 hours on foot a day, with stairs, uneven ground or some long drives.Anyone in normal health who can walk 30 minutes comfortably.
- 3 · Active4–6 hours of walking or a few long rough drives, some days at altitude.Regular walkers. Start walking 30–45 minutes a day a month before.
- 4 · ChallengingLong days, steep climbs or high altitude (above 4,000 m).Good fitness; check with your doctor if you have heart, lung or blood-pressure conditions.
Quick answer
A 3-day Mumbai tour covers the Fort heritage walk (CSMT, Kala Ghoda, Gateway of India), a ferry to the UNESCO Elephanta Caves, the dabbawalas, Dhobi Ghat, Haji Ali and Bandra's street art. It costs from ₹13,500 per person. November to February is best, and Elephanta is closed on Mondays.
Trip Overview
India's biggest city has two UNESCO sites in its centre, the Victorian Gothic and Art Deco ensemble and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, and a third by ferry, the Elephanta Caves. This three-day plan walks them with a licensed guide, then adds the dabbawalas, Dhobi Ghat and Mani Bhavan.
Evenings go to food: a guided walk on Mohammed Ali Road or in Girgaon, then Marine Drive at night. Day three crosses the Sea Link to Bandra's street art. It works as an arrival stopover for international visitors or a long weekend.
- Stays included
- Meals included
- Transfers included
- Sightseeing included
Trip highlights
- Gateway of India and the Taj Mahal Palace
- CSMT and the Fort heritage walk
- Elephanta Caves by ferry
- Dabbawalas at Churchgate and Dhobi Ghat
- Bandra street art and the Sea Link
- Marine Drive at night
Day by day
Itinerary
Mumbai → Mumbai · 2N/3D
3 days · tap a day to open or close it
- 1
Day 1Fort and South Mumbai+
Pickup from the airport. A guided heritage walk: CSMT, Flora Fountain, the High Court, Kala Ghoda and the Gateway of India. Sunset on Marine Drive.
- CSMT
- Kala Ghoda
- Gateway of India
- Marine Drive
Hotel, Colaba or Fort D
- 2
Day 2Elephanta and the dabbawalasGateway ↔ Elephanta · 1 hr by ferry each way+
An early ferry to the Elephanta Caves (closed Mondays). Back by lunchtime for the dabbawalas, then Dhobi Ghat, Mani Bhavan and an evening food walk on Mohammed Ali Road or in Girgaon.
- Elephanta Caves
- Dhobi Ghat
- Mani Bhavan
- Food walk
Hotel, Colaba or Fort B · D (food walk)
- 3
Day 3Bandra and departure+
Haji Ali Dargah (tide permitting), across the Sea Link to Bandra's Chapel Road street art, Bandstand and Mount Mary Church. Drop at the airport.
- Haji Ali
- Sea Link
- Bandra street art
Trip ends B
Meals: B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner. Drive times are typical and exclude stops.
What's included
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- 2 nights in a 3-star hotel in Colaba or Fort
- Daily breakfast plus a guided food walk
- Private air-conditioned cab for sightseeing and transfers
- Licensed guide for the Fort walk and Elephanta
- Elephanta ferry tickets
Not Included
- ✕ Flights or trains to the start point and from the end point
- ✕ Monument, temple-darshan and camera fees unless listed
- ✕ Lunches unless listed, tips, laundry and personal expenses
- ✕ 5% GST (added to the final quote)
- ✕ Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
Before you go
Good to Know
- Elephanta is closed on Mondays and ferries stop in rough monsoon seas (roughly June to September).
- Haji Ali Dargah is reached by a causeway that floods at high tide; we time it with the tide chart.
- Mumbai traffic is heavy. We plan sightseeing by neighbourhood to keep drives short.
Packing list
Things to Pack
- Light cotton clothes
- Swimwear for pools
- Sandals plus closed shoes
- Mosquito repellent
- Sunscreen and hat
- Comfortable walking shoes
Places on this trip
Destination Guides
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3 packages · from ₹13,500
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Gothic railway stations, Elephanta Caves and the sea face.
India's biggest city has two UNESCO sites in its centre: the Victorian Gothic and Art Deco ensemble around the Oval Maidan, and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus. A third, the Elephanta Caves, is an hour away by ferry.
- Best time
- November to February
- Ideal trip
- 2–3 days
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How much does the Mumbai City Tour cost?+
The Mumbai City Tour starts from ₹13,500 per person on twin sharing, land only: stays, private transport, guides and the meals listed. The exact price depends on your dates, hotel category and group size, so send your dates for a written quote.
What is the best time to take the Mumbai City Tour?+
The best time is Nov – Feb. Closures, festivals and seasonal notes are listed under Good to Know on this page.
How many days does the Mumbai City Tour take?+
It runs 3 days and 2 nights from Mumbai to Mumbai. We can add or remove nights to suit your time.
Is the Mumbai City Tour suitable for solo travellers?+
Yes. It is one of our Solo trips, rated activity level 1 of 4 (Relaxed). City walks of 2 hours, plus the Elephanta ferry and about 120 steps.
Is a Dharavi visit respectful?+
Yes, with a resident-run tour that shares its income locally and doesn't allow photography in homes. It's optional.
Can we add Lonavala or Alibaug?+
Yes. Lonavala is 2 hours by road; Alibaug is an hour by ferry from the Gateway.
Can I change the itinerary?+
Yes. Dates, hotels, pace and stops can all be changed; we'll re-quote.
Do I pay anything to enquire?+
No. You'll get a written plan and quote first. Payment only happens after you approve it.
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