Top Mumbai Cultural Tours

Take a trip out to the Elephanta Caves, a group of rock-hewn cave temples believed to have been carved some 1500 years ago, with this guided tour. Your driver will pick you up and take you to the port, where you'll take a boat ride out to the famous caves. You'll then spend time visiting and learning about the caves' history from your guide before returning to shore.

The Elephanta Caves are a network of ancient rock-cut temples located on Elephanta Island, near Mumbai, India. Dating back to between the 5th and 8thyears centuries, these caves are renowned for their elaborate sculptures dedicated primarily to Hindu deities, including the impressive Trimurti, a 20-foot sculpture of a three-headed Shiva. The caves feature intricate carvings and elaborate artwork that reflect the artistic and religious significance of the period. They are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a popular destination for visitors interested in history, architecture, and religious art.

Mumbai is known for its glamorous film industry but many locals live in very different circumstances, and it can be hard for visitors to explore that side of the city. Tour one of the largest slums in the world, Dharavi, with a local guide. Follow your guide so you don’t get lost, and learn about Dharavi’s history and culture. Get access to both the residential and commercial sides of Dharavi.

Explore one of the world's largest slums, the Dharavi slum area in Mumbai, with a resident guide on this tour. Learn about the history and culture of this area and the daily lives of the inhabitants through your guide's enlightening commentary.

Agra’s Taj Mahal is a must-visit attraction but getting there independently from Delhi can be a hassle—especially if you want to arrive in time for sunrise, arguably the most beautiful time of day. This private tour by car makes it simple, with an early-morning pickup and all transportation. Enjoy a guided tour of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed monument to love, plus other local attractions, such as Agra Fort.

Mumbai is known for its film industry but travelers often don’t know how to experience this first-hand. Get an in-depth look at Bollywood on this private half-day tour. Your actor-guide leads you to a working studio, where you watch a live dance show, explore the Bollywood museum, and possibly see filming in action. The tour includes a private vehicle, entrance fees, and hotel transfers for a seamless experience.

There’s so much to see and do in Mumbai but it’s a huge city, so navigating alone can cut into your sightseeing time. Enjoy personalized attention and a flexible itinerary on this private half-day tour. Visit highlights including the Gateway of India and Chowpatty Beach while traveling in an air-conditioned vehicle. Listen to engaging commentary on the history, culture, and architecture of Mumbai as you explore.

Spend the day exploring the different sides of Mumbai. At Dharavi Slum, learn about local life and the many small-scale industries within, then visit one of the world’s largest open-air laundromats at Dhobi Ghat. Afterwards, see top landmarks like the Gateway of India, Jain temple, Mani Bhavan Gandhi Museum, and Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus.

See the top attractions of Mumbai in one day on a private tour with your own driver-guide. Learn about India's history and culture as you visit landmarks such as the Gateway of India, Victoria Terminus, the Hanging Gardens, Mumbai University, and Marine Drive. Your tour includes an authentic lunch and refreshments, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Learn about the rich Jewish history of Mumbai. Listen to the mesmerizing stories of Jews who lived peacefully with their Hindu and Muslim neighbors. Tour Highlights: Experience Jewish life and culture. Meet members of the Jewish community to hear their stories first hand. Easy access to the Synagogues. Visit the Synagogues and instituitions that have played an integral role in Jewish life. Local Jewish guide (subject to availability).

Enjoy an immersive yet sensitive visit of Asia’s largest slum area on this engaging Mumbai walking tour, led by a resident. Follow your guide through the streets and alleys of Dharavi, learning about local industries and meeting residents along the way. Then visit Mahalaxmi Dhobi Ghat—a massive laundry operation—and meet the busy dabbawallas who deliver thousands of packed lunches across the city every day.

See a different side of Mumbai on this walking tour of the Dharavi slum area. Visit the community center and tour the textiles, recycling, and leather tanning businesses run by the local residents. Proceeds from your tour go back into the local community to support a variety of projects on education, health, and livelihood.

Morning is one of the best times to tour Mumbai, when the air is cooler, the roads less crowded, and many locals perform their religious rituals. On this convenient morning tour you’ll see aspects of the city and its people that you may miss later in the day. Visit flower markets, the fishing docks, and several Hindu temples, where you’ll learn all about Hinduism from your guide.

Situated on an island a short boat ride from Mumbai's Gateway of India, the Elephanta Caves feature some beautiful and well-preserved cave structures from the 6th and 7th centuries. On this tour, take a ferry out to the caves, where you'll tour three caves featuring Hindu and Buddhist religious sculptures, including a huge, unusual three-headed Shiva. Ferry and entry tickets are included.

Make the most of a day in Mumbai to see both sides of the city — its colonial-era grandeur and Dharavi slum — on this private tour. Walk through Dharavi’s lanes to see the dilapidated huts, cottage industries, recycling projects, and clay potters. Then, explore modern and colonial Mumbai, seeing landmarks including the Gateway of India, Bombay High Court, and others. Includes private transportation from your hotel, or Mumbai port, or railway station.

Explore Mumbai by night with a local storyteller by booking this evening walking tour. You'll get the chance to see the city in a different light, literally, as you pass by attractions such as the oft-illuminated Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and gorgeous Marine Drive. As you go, your guide will regale you with stories about local life and give you pointers about other things to do during your time in the city.

Explore Mumbai's “khau gullies”, or food alleys, that you might miss on your own on this private street food tour. Discover local and regional treats such as vada pav and Gujarati dishes. Sample foods that you don’t typically find in sit-down tourist restaurants, and feel confident that the food stops are hygienic. Bottled water is included to keep you hydrated as you taste your way through popular food alleys.

If you wish to see Mumbai in a day,then this tour is a best option for you. You can call this all in one tour, this tour is a tour of Mumbai including the Dhobi Ghat (Mumbai's Laundry Men), the Dhabbawala (the person who carries the lunch box) & the Dharavi Slum Tour. Practically you get a feel of all these tours in one glance.

See Mumbai's highlights without worrying about getting lost—and pay a visit to the historic Elephanta Caves—on this tour. You and your guide will take a ferry out to the UNESCO-listed Elephanta Caves, where you'll have time to learn about their history and significance. Return to Mumbai to visit key sights such as the Gateway of India and the Colaba Causeway.

2 Day Taj Mahal tour from Mumbai is a very Interesting tour package specially designed for travelers who want to explore the Beauty of the Taj Mahal from Mumbai in very little time. Mumbai-Delhi-Mumbai Flight will be included 1-night Accommodation in 4-star Hotel Airport Pick up and drop from any hotel in Mumbai.

Eat your way through Mumbai on this private tour focusing on the city's many delicious delicacies. You'll use local trains to get around, stopping for chaat snacks, dosas, curries, and sweets as you go. A local guide will be there to show you off-the-beaten-path spots and explain ingredients as you go.

Stop by three UNESCO World Heritage Sites on this private 3-day tour of Agra and Delhi. Highlights include a visit to the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort and a tour of top Delhi attractions, including Humayun's Tomb, India Gate, and the Qutub Minar. For added convenience, all accommodations and admission fees are included.

Mumbai is one of India’s most vibrant and multicultural cities, but first-time visitors often only see the main sights. This half-day small-group tour will give you an insight into real Mumbai life, as you ride a local train, see washermen at work at Dhobi Ghat, see the lunchbox delivery people (dabbawalas) at work, and visit Dharavi, Asia’s largest informal settlement, in the company of a knowledgeable guide.