Private Mumbai Sightseeing Tour Including Dharavi Slum
Overview
The 6-hour private tour includes a 2-hour walking tour of Dharavi Slum and a visit to the most iconic sights in Mumbai. Hear your guide discuss the insights, stories, and its present and future scope of existence.
Inclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- English-speaking guide
- Transported by private air-conditioned car
- Entry/Admission - Mani Bhavan Gandhi Museum
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Dharavi, Mumbai India
. Begin by visiting the Dharavi Slum. From here head straight to the plastic and metal recycling yard.
Walk through narrow lanes and by-lanes, taking in the wafting aromas from local bakeries and sweet shops. Exotic smells from soap and cosmetic making units are bound to make some heads turn. Dime sized cyber cafes, locals brushing past, mass-producing tailor shops all make up for an exciting trip.
Continue on listening to stories from your guide as you arrive at Kumbharwada, in Dharavi. Known to be the face of India’s largest slum dwelling, The tour through the slum's narrow alleys is quite an adventure, you will undoubtedly feel the strong sense of community and the special spirit that exists here.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, DN Road Mumbai CST Area, Mumbai 400001 India
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus train station (a UNESCO world heritage site), a magnificent bustling station made famous over the years with the many films portraying the train system.
Duration: 25 minutes
Pass By: Marine Drive, Chaupati, Mumbai 400021 India
Marine Drive also known as “Queens Necklace”.
Stop At: Rajabai Clock Tower, Bombay University, Mumbai 400001 India
observe the gothic style architecture of the University Bombay.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Gateway of India, Apollo Bandar, Colaba, Mumbai 400001 India
Mumbai's most famous monument, built to welcome King George V and Queen Mary into India
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Dhobi Ghat, Dr. E. Moses Rd. near Mahalakshmi Station, Mumbai India
Open air laundry area in Mumbai called Dhobi Ghat, this tremendous laundromat is full of dhobis who work and toil under the sky everyday to clean clothes and linens from hotels and hospitals.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai, Apollo Bandar, Colaba, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001, India
The hotel's original building was commissioned by Jamshedji Tata, and first opened its doors to guests on 16 December 1903.
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Bombay High Court, Fort Dr Kane Rd High Court Building, Mumbai 400032 India
Beautiful British Heritage Building.
Stop At: Mani Bhavan Gandhi Museum, 19 Laburnum Road Gamdevi, Mumbai 400007 India
Mani Bhavan was the focal point of Gandhi's political activities in Mumbai between 1917 and 1934
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Jain Temple - Mumbai, Ridge Road Walkeshwar, Mumbai India
Historic Jain place of worship with intricate stone carvings & a dome painted with the zodiac.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Kamala Nehru Park, BG Kher Rd, Malabar Hills, Mumbai, Mumbai 400006 India
Skyline view of the city & Old woman's shoe
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Hanging Gardens, Ridge Rd Simla Nagar, Malabar Hill, Mumbai 400006 India
Hanging Gardens built on top of water tanks near the Tower of Silence (Parsi burial place).
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, 159-161, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Lion Gate, Fort, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001, India
On November 1905, the then-Prince of Wales laid the foundation stone of the museum, and hence, it was named Prince of Wales Museum of Western India
Pass By: Flora Fountain, MG Rd at Veer Nariman Rd, Mumbai India
Flora Fountain, at the Hutatma Chowk, is an ornamentally and exquisitely sculpted architectural heritage monument.
Pass By: Kala Ghoda Art Precinct, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Mumbai 400001 India
Kala Ghoda is a hip, creative area with designer cafes, indie galleries and sidewalk art stalls.
Pass By: David Sassoon Library and Reading Room, 152, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Off David Sassoon, Library Marg, opposite Jehangir Art Gallery, Kala Ghoda, Fort, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001, India
The David Sassoon Library is the name of a famous library and heritage structure in Mumbai, India. The idea for a library to be situated in the center of the city was the brainchild of Albert Sassoon, son of the famous Baghdadi Jewish philanthropist, David Sassoon
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Dharavi, Mumbai India
. Begin by visiting the Dharavi Slum. From here head straight to the plastic and metal recycling yard.
Walk through narrow lanes and by-lanes, taking in the wafting aromas from local bakeries and sweet shops. Exotic smells from soap and cosmetic making units are bound to make some heads turn. Dime sized cyber cafes, locals brushing past, mass-producing tailor shops all make up for an exciting trip.
Continue on listening to stories from your guide as you arrive at Kumbharwada, in Dharavi. Known to be the face of India’s largest slum dwelling, The tour through the slum's narrow alleys is quite an adventure, you will undoubtedly feel the strong sense of community and the special spirit that exists here.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, DN Road Mumbai CST Area, Mumbai 400001 India
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus train station (a UNESCO world heritage site), a magnificent bustling station made famous over the years with the many films portraying the train system.
Duration: 25 minutes
Pass By: Marine Drive, Chaupati, Mumbai 400021 India
Marine Drive also known as “Queens Necklace”.
Stop At: Rajabai Clock Tower, Bombay University, Mumbai 400001 India
observe the gothic style architecture of the University Bombay.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Gateway of India, Apollo Bandar, Colaba, Mumbai 400001 India
Mumbai's most famous monument, built to welcome King George V and Queen Mary into India
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Dhobi Ghat, Dr. E. Moses Rd. near Mahalakshmi Station, Mumbai India
Open air laundry area in Mumbai called Dhobi Ghat, this tremendous laundromat is full of dhobis who work and toil under the sky everyday to clean clothes and linens from hotels and hospitals.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai, Apollo Bandar, Colaba, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001, India
The hotel's original building was commissioned by Jamshedji Tata, and first opened its doors to guests on 16 December 1903.
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Bombay High Court, Fort Dr Kane Rd High Court Building, Mumbai 400032 India
Beautiful British Heritage Building.
Stop At: Mani Bhavan Gandhi Museum, 19 Laburnum Road Gamdevi, Mumbai 400007 India
Mani Bhavan was the focal point of Gandhi's political activities in Mumbai between 1917 and 1934
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Jain Temple - Mumbai, Ridge Road Walkeshwar, Mumbai India
Historic Jain place of worship with intricate stone carvings & a dome painted with the zodiac.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Kamala Nehru Park, BG Kher Rd, Malabar Hills, Mumbai, Mumbai 400006 India
Skyline view of the city & Old woman's shoe
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Hanging Gardens, Ridge Rd Simla Nagar, Malabar Hill, Mumbai 400006 India
Hanging Gardens built on top of water tanks near the Tower of Silence (Parsi burial place).
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, 159-161, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Lion Gate, Fort, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001, India
On November 1905, the then-Prince of Wales laid the foundation stone of the museum, and hence, it was named Prince of Wales Museum of Western India
Pass By: Flora Fountain, MG Rd at Veer Nariman Rd, Mumbai India
Flora Fountain, at the Hutatma Chowk, is an ornamentally and exquisitely sculpted architectural heritage monument.
Pass By: Kala Ghoda Art Precinct, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Mumbai 400001 India
Kala Ghoda is a hip, creative area with designer cafes, indie galleries and sidewalk art stalls.
Pass By: David Sassoon Library and Reading Room, 152, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Off David Sassoon, Library Marg, opposite Jehangir Art Gallery, Kala Ghoda, Fort, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001, India
The David Sassoon Library is the name of a famous library and heritage structure in Mumbai, India. The idea for a library to be situated in the center of the city was the brainchild of Albert Sassoon, son of the famous Baghdadi Jewish philanthropist, David Sassoon
Additional information
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Price is per vehicle; A maximum of 5 people per booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Tammy0364
April 2019
We booked a full day tour for our son who was supposed to have a day's stopover in Mumbai. I did all the coordinating on whatsapp with the company's manager who was available and cooperative. The tour we arranged included a pickup at the airport, a stop at the hotel to drop off my son's luggage a...
We booked a full day tour for our son who was supposed to have a day's stopover in Mumbai. I did all the coordinating on whatsapp with the company's manager who was available and cooperative. The tour we arranged included a pickup at the airport, a stop at the hotel to drop off my son's luggage and a return to the hotel. Convenient, tailor made, perfect for our needs. At the very last minute, or even after (in the small hours of the morning) it transpired that my son's flights have been totally messed up with unexpected cancellations, due to Jet Airways's financial downfall. I whatsapped my contact explaining the situation, early in the morning India time he saw the message and answered that he would hold the booking until further information was available, either postponing or even cancelling the tour. We landed up canceling the tour late that morning. He did not charge us! Fantastic flexibility, fantastic service, and a really good experience in the midst of an unpleasant flight crisis.ellend270
April 2019
We didn’t k ow what to expect but we were very impressed with the tour itself and our guide. The company was very organized and very responsive. We actually booked another tour. With regards to the slum- do not hesitate to visit. It was enlightening and educational. Western society has a lot to l...
We didn’t k ow what to expect but we were very impressed with the tour itself and our guide. The company was very organized and very responsive. We actually booked another tour. With regards to the slum- do not hesitate to visit. It was enlightening and educational. Western society has a lot to learn about hard work and the innovative way the dense population makes this small area work. Very eye opening.kasperp2016
March 2019
Really interesting experience!! Walked through all the areas and saw how they worked around the place
Really interesting experience!! Walked through all the areas and saw how they worked around the placejohnk9073
March 2019
We were very pleased with this tour that brought a new appreciation and understanding to the activity inside the Dharavi Slum. The tour was professional and comprehensive, and after the first part (Dharavi) included a whirlwind tour of highlights of Mumbai. Even though it is many hours, it moves ...
We were very pleased with this tour that brought a new appreciation and understanding to the activity inside the Dharavi Slum. The tour was professional and comprehensive, and after the first part (Dharavi) included a whirlwind tour of highlights of Mumbai. Even though it is many hours, it moves fast, and allowed us to quickly see some top attractions and gave us great foundation perspective of the city. The guide was informative and friendly. I would highly recommend this tour!JATOLondon
February 2019
We (family 2 adults, 6, 3 and 0 year old) had a fantastic day in Mumbai thanks to Raunak who took us through Dharavi and Siddhi who showed us the sites of Mumbai city. Raunak was eloquent and thoughtful in his explanations about Dharavi, he allowed us to learn a little about his life and his fu...
We (family 2 adults, 6, 3 and 0 year old) had a fantastic day in Mumbai thanks to Raunak who took us through Dharavi and Siddhi who showed us the sites of Mumbai city. Raunak was eloquent and thoughtful in his explanations about Dharavi, he allowed us to learn a little about his life and his future dreams. He gave us an insight on the hardworking community within the intensely populated area of Dharavi and we felt privileged to learn about a life so different from anything we’ve ever known. Siddhi was open, refreshingly honest and funny in his descriptions of Mumbai and we enjoyed the second part of the tour as well. I’d definitely recommend this tour, especially if you have little time, or want to get the lay of the land early in your Mumbai stay. It was really enjoyable and helped us understand more about the dichotomy within this amazing city.John G
December 2018
We were apprehensive booking this tour in advance of arriving in Mumbai. we were on Celibrity Constellation and had just one day in Mumbai. The owner Shailesh was there to greet us, we went on to enjoy one of the most enjoyable days we have ever had, Anthony our guide was great and looked after ...
We were apprehensive booking this tour in advance of arriving in Mumbai. we were on Celibrity Constellation and had just one day in Mumbai. The owner Shailesh was there to greet us, we went on to enjoy one of the most enjoyable days we have ever had, Anthony our guide was great and looked after us all day, the highlight was the visit to the Mumbai slums, not what you would expect really poor people working hard but super people, we felt totally safe and met some really nice people. I would advise anyone to book this private tour.