Private Tour of The Five Senses of Mumbai

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8 to 9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover Mumbai beyond its famous monuments on a private, full-day tour shaped around the city’s five senses. Explore the historic colonial precinct and see landmarks such as the Gateway of India, Victoria Terminus and the Taj Mahal Palace. Feel Mumbai’s lively rhythm during a Bollywood dance session and a ride on the city’s local train. Browse the aromatic spice market, watch a masala-making demonstration and sample local food at your own expense. With an English-speaking guide, private transport and hotel pick-up and drop-off, enjoy a personal introduction to Mumbai’s history, culture and everyday life.

What's Included

English-speaking guide throughout the sightseeing experience
Lunch, if the lunch option is selected
Visit with a local NGO, subject to availability
Bottled water in the vehicle
Entrance ticket to Victoria Terminus and a ride on Mumbai’s local train
Private, air-conditioned car with a driver for the tour
Visit to the spice market, including a demonstration of spice roasting and grinding
Guided exploration of Mumbai’s colonial precinct and the listed landmarks
Pick-up and drop-off at hotels within the selected Mumbai pickup area
Bollywood dance session led by a choreographer
Lunch, unless the lunch option is selected
Food and drinks during the culinary stop, except where included in the selected lunch option
Spices or other items purchased at the market
Tips and gratuities for the guide and driver
- Any services, activities or expenses not specifically listed under Price Includes

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pickup is available from hotels within the selected Mumbai pickup area. Please provide your hotel name and address when booking, or at least 3 days before the tour. Your driver’s contact details will be shared one day before the tour.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 to 9 hours (approximately)
  • Mumbai (Pass by)

    9:00 AM – Pick-up from your Mumbai hotel Meet your English-speaking guide and driver at your hotel. Travel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle as you begin your full-day exploration of Mumbai.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Gateway of India

    Sight – Discover Mumbai’s historic landmarks Explore Mumbai’s colonial precinct and hear stories about the city’s architecture, history and changing cultural influences. See the Gateway of India, Victoria Terminus, the Taj Mahal Palace and the Yacht Club, with time to appreciate the character of this historic district. Your guide will also introduce you to the dabbawalas and their renowned lunchbox delivery service. During the drive, enjoy views of the University of Mumbai, Bombay High Court, Rajabai Clock Tower, Oval Maidan, Flora Fountain and the Tower of Silence. The Victoria Terminus entrance ticket is included.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Sound – Feel the rhythm of Bollywood Visit a contemporary dance studio and step into the lively world of Bollywood music. A choreographer will introduce you to the rhythms and movements that bring Bollywood dance to life. Follow along, learn a few steps and join in as much or as little as you like. This is a fun, interactive way to experience one of Mumbai’s best-known cultural influences.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Mumbai

    Taste – Sample Mumbai’s food culture Pause for approximately 45 minutes to explore the flavours that make Mumbai’s food scene so distinctive. The city’s cuisine reflects the many communities and culinary traditions that come together here. Choose from the food available at the stop and try dishes or snacks that appeal to you. Food and drinks are not included in the tour price, so you can pay directly for anything you order.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Lalbaug Spice Market

    Smell – Explore the spice market Walk through a bustling Mumbai spice market, where the aromas of freshly handled spices fill the air. Browse the colourful stalls and learn about the ingredients commonly used in Indian cooking and masala blends. Watch a demonstration of spices being dry-roasted and ground, and see how different ingredients are combined to create customised masalas. You’ll have the opportunity to purchase spices directly from the market if you wish.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Churchgate Railway Station

    Connect – Experience the city and its people Ride Mumbai’s local train and experience a transport system used by millions of residents every day. Observe the energy of the stations and the rhythm of the city during the journey. If a visit with a local NGO is available on the day, you’ll also have the opportunity to learn about its community work and connect with its initiatives. The NGO visit is subject to availability.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • Mumbai (Pass by)

    Approximately 6:00–7:00 PM – Drop-off at your Mumbai hotel After the day’s experiences, return to your hotel by private vehicle. The drop-off time is approximate and may vary depending on traffic and local conditions.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Agora Voyages Pvt. Ltd.

Tags

Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Car Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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