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Mumbai Slum & City Tour

8 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Mumbai. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit Mumbai landmarks including the Gateway of India and Hanging Gardens
  • 02 Explore Mani Bhawan, dedicated to the life and work of Mahatma Gandhi
  • 03 See Dhobi Ghat, the world’s largest open-air laundry
  • 04 Take a guided walking tour through Dharavi
  • 05 Learn about small-scale industries and daily life in Dharavi
  • 06 Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant
  • 07 Visit Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya
  • 08 Hotel pickup and drop-off in a private AC car/van

Discover the many sides of Mumbai on this full-day tour that combines landmark sightseeing, local history, and a guided walk through Dharavi. From grand colonial-era monuments to everyday city life, the experience offers a broader perspective on one of India’s most dynamic cities.

Visit highlights including the Gateway of India, Hanging Gardens, Mani Bhawan, Dhobi Ghat, and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya. Along the way, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and explore Dharavi with a local guide to learn about its small-scale industries, community life, and resilience.

Discover the many sides of Mumbai on this full-day tour that combines landmark sightseeing, local history, and a guided walk through Dharavi.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
City Mumbai
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

9:00 am - Meet your tour guide at your hotel and start the day.Gateway of India - Your tour will begin with a visit to the iconic Gateway of India, a stunning monument built to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary in 1911. Admire the impressive architecture and soak up the lively atmosphere of this bustling area.Gateway of India - Your tour will begin with a visit to the iconic Gateway of India, a stunning monument built to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary in 1911. Admire the impressive architecture and soak up the lively atmosphere of this bustling area.Hanging Gardens - Our next stop will be the Hanging Gardens, a beautiful terraced garden perched on top of Malabar Hill. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings and take in the panoramic views of the city.Mani Bhawan - We will then head to Mani Bhawan, a museum dedicated to the life and work of Mahatma Gandhi. Explore the various exhibits and learn about the Father of the Nation's role in India's struggle for independence.Dhobi Ghat - From Mani Bhawan, we will visit Dhobi Ghat, the world's largest open-air laundry. Witness the unique sight of rows of concrete wash pens where clothes are soaked, beaten, and scrubbed by the washermen, known as dhobis.Lunch Break - Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.Dharavi Slum Tour - After lunch, we will head to Dharavi, one of the largest slums in Asia, located in the heart of Mumbai. A local guide will lead you on a walking tour through the narrow lanes and alleys of the slum, where you can see the small-scale industries in action and learn about the challenges and opportunities faced by the residents.Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya - We will end the day with a visit to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, formerly known as the Prince of Wales Museum. This magnificent building houses an impressive collection of art, artifacts, and archaeological finds that showcase the rich cultural heritage of India.At the end, we will drop you off at your hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Mumbai. 1 city · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private AC car/van for pick up and drop off from/to your hotel.
  • English speaking local guide, if option selected.
  • Entrance fees to monuments, if option selected.
  • Lunch, if option selected.
  • Bottled water in the car.
  • Government Taxes.

What's Not Included

  • Camera charges at monuments.
  • Gratuities and optional activities.
  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.

Know before you go

  • STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Please provide your hotel name and address at the time of booking or at least 3 days prior to the trip date. Our guide and driver will meet you in the hotel lobby at the scheduled time. Contact details will be shared one day prior to the tour.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Mumbai.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Mumbai.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Mumbai..

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