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This tour takes you on this religious sojourn, where you meet the different religions of Mumbai and observe and understand culture and tradition as they carry them out in a way quintessential to their religion. Be it the Hindus, Muslims, Jews, Christians or the Buddhist, this journey gives you a deep insight into the lives and beliefs of Mumbai and its people. this tour is not to be missed if you want to enjoy the religious aspect of Mumbai in its true sense

The Matunga walk through HopOn India app reveals the inner workings of the city’s humanity: where ancient communities preserve their cultures against the rising tide of Modernity, celebrate their festivals with much gusto and pursue their diverse paths to spiritual salvation alongside each other. It is a do-it-yourself app The most special features of this experience are : 1.The walk is crafted like a masterpiece to offer an immersive experience to the traveller with the correct mix of history,culture,myth,food,through professional narration 2.The traveller can take walk anytime as per will, at his/ her own pace 3.The content is developed by domain experts 4.You pay once for three months and need not pay the guide repeatedly. Discover a mini-South India in the Matunga flower market, a beautiful church dedicated to the Madonna and the curious fire-worshipping community known as the Parsis, ancient migrants to India from Iran. Don’t forget to try our delicious food recommendations.

India, the cradle of civilization, the land of multiple religions. Zoom in a bit and you spot Mumbai - a cosmopolitan urban city with a zeal unmatched anywhere else in the country. Yet in all the rushing of the city, there are plenty of places which offer you peace and serenity. We undertake a tour to all the major shrines of religions in the city!

Banganga Tank, on the tip of Malabar Hill, is one of the oldest and holiest sites in Mumbai. Follow in the footsteps of spiritual pilgrims as you join your private guide on a walking tour around the rectangular natural freshwater spring, surrounded by steps and temples, including the stone temples and shrines of the Walkeshwar Temple Complex.

Explore Mumbai without having to worry about getting lost by signing up for a heritage tour, led by an English-speaking guide. You'll visit landmarks in the southern part of the city, including the Gateway of India, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, and the Hanging Gardens while your guide provides live commentary.

Experience Mumbai like a local with this tour, designed to get you off the beaten path. You'll travel by public transportation, starting with a visit to the city's largest flower market before continuing to a traditional fishing community right in the heart of town. You'll also visit the famous Dhobi Ghat, a gargantuan open-air laundromat where around 100,000 articles of clothing are washed per day. Hotel pickup is included for your convenience.

Pull back the curtain on Mumbai’s Bollywood movie-making without having to plan any logistics or tickets yourself on this behind-the-scenes experience. Head to one of the city’s leading Bollywood studios, and embrace the magic as you experience a live shoot and dance show; watch a visual effects demo, trace the genre’s history, sing a musical number, and much more. Then, enjoy the perfect finale: a whistlestop tour of the Mumbai homes of top Bollywood stars (if option selected).

Explore South Mumbai and discover many of the city’s highlights with a private guide. This tour includes hotel pickup and takes you to several attractions, monuments, and landmarks in just a few hours without the chance of getting lost or feeling unsafe. Learn about the history of this colorful city as you traverse a central part of it.

The ‘Queen of the Suburbs’, Bandra is one of Mumbai’s most happening places - where the city's youth, creative professionals and expatriates love to hang out. Catch the Bandra vibe and learn about the land over which empires fought on this journey around Bandra.

Learn about life in the slums of Mumbai with this guided tour. You'll visit the Dharavi Slum of Slumdog Millionaire fame, where you'll get a chance to experience the day-to-day lives of its million-plus residents. Highlights include visits to factories producing everything from suitcases to Hindu shrines along with a residential area and even a school.

Rise early and beat the crowds to explore Mumbai at sunrise. Beginning with early morning pickup, head to the marketplace where you witness Mumbai coming to life. Meet the local vendors who make their living selling flowers, vegetables, newspapers, and more on this 4-hour tour.

This is one of the few walks giving you a complete, brief history of the city, woven with the food. Both are deeply connected, which you will see on this walk. Mumbaikars (those living in the city) and non-Mumbaikars can both come on the walk, as it is certain to tell you facts you didn't know about Mumbai.

The 26/11 Memorial & Museum offers visitors the ability to learn factual information about the incident, the unprecedented rescue and recovery operations and the rebuilding of both Mumbai and of people’s lives. Nariman Lighthouse is a one-of-its-kind memorial and museum built dedicated to all the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack victims.

Watch the city come to life on this private tour that highlights the incredible work done by Mumbai's dabbawalas and Dhobis. Your expert guide will share insight and information into how the lunch-pail men who deliver freshly made food from people's homes to offices with 100 percent accuracy. Then you'll see Dhobis--Mumbai's traditional laundrymen--washing customer's clothes in the massive open-air ghat. This unique tour showcases two of the city's most interesting professions and offers insight into the daily life of locals in this thriving city.

Ways to Experience Sanjay Gandhi National Park and Jungle Safari at The Kanheri Caves with Young Tours And Travel. Trip to the Sanjay Gandhi National Park from Mumbai Explore the wooded park and visit its Kanheri Caves Delve into some of the 109 Buddhist caves, hand-hewn in about 400 BC The park is also known as Borivali National Park since it is located in Borivali, a suburb of Mumbai. The famous Kanheri Caves are located within the park.

Skip the standard sightseeing tour and discover Mumbai through the eyes of a local. With Lokafy, every tour is private, unscripted, and personalized to you. Your Lokafyer is a passionate local who shares stories, hidden gems, and authentic tips you won’t find in a guidebook. They aren’t professional guides with memorized scripts, they're locals who love their city and want you to experience it like a friend would. Whether you’re interested in food, art, history, or simply exploring the neighborhoods beyond the tourist spots, your Lokafyer will adapt the walk to your interests. By the end, you’ll feel at home in the city, with insights to keep exploring on your own.

This tour takes you on this religious sojourn, where you meet the different religions of Mumbai and observe and understand culture and tradition as they carry them out in a way quintessential to their religion. Be it the Hindus, Muslims, Jews, Christians or the Buddhist, this journey gives you a deep insight into lives and beliefs of Mumbai and its people.

Simplify your sightseeing in massive Mumbai with a private tour and private transportation. Visit popular and lesser-known attractions including Bombay High Court and Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus. Witness local life at Dhobi Ghat and Crawford Market, and take a short city train ride to experience Mumbai’s rail system. Lunch is not included on this private tour.

Kanheri Caves is a day trip from Mumbai to a 2000 year old Buddhist university. Explore some of the Caves which served as a major centre for Buddhist learning between the 1st century BC and 10th century AD. Relive the life of the students who came from all over Asia to live in this ancient campus and learn from the Masters. Marvel at the unique architectural style, magnificent sculptures and novel engineering techniques that made Kanheri an incredible place to live and learn, 2000 years back. The tour also includes a visit to Golden Vipassana Pagoda to experience serenity and ancient Buddhist relics. This tour is organized by Five Senses Tours, a private limited company recognized by the Ministry of Tourism and a member of the Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO). The tour has been designed to support local livelihoods by way of employment of local guides, and supporting local businesses in line with the mission of the company to ensure travel dollars stay where they are spent.

Explore the city of Mumbai on a private sightseeing tour made from the LGBTQ community to feel safe, comfortable, and welcome in India. Visit key landmarks such as the Gateway of India, the Gandhi House, and the 150-year-old Crawford Market as you listen to commentary about the history of the country. Enjoy a delicious lunch at the famous Leopold Cafe & Bar and discover the hidden gems of Mumbai.

Get an in-depth look at the Bollywood film industry on this private half-day tour. After hotel pickup in Mumbai, enjoy an air-conditioned transfer to the studio, where you will learn about Bollywood history, special effects, and more from your guide. See a shooting set, a live dance performance, and a short film. Includes bottled water and snacks.

Explore Mumbai in comfort and style with your own chauffeur-driven luxury vehicle. This tour will take you to some of the city's best-known attractions, from the Hanging Gardens to the Gateway of India, Dhobi Ghat to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, all with a professional guide to lead the way.

The UNESCO–listed Elephanta Caves are widely considered among Mumbai’s must-see attractions, but exploring independently means missing their 7th-century history. On this tour, begin with pickup at your Mumbai hotel and visit the Elephanta Caves with your guide. Learn of powerful deities like Lord Shiva, and decipher panels depicting stages of his life. Along the way, find out how Mumbai’s hard-working dabbawalas keep the city ticking.

Take a behind-the-scenes tour of the famed Mumbai filmmaking industry on this Bollywood studio tour by private vehicle. Gain a deeper understanding of the process that takes script to screen and learn how the nation’s most popular form of entertainment is created from your informative local guide. Choose the 6-hour option, which offers up historical, creative and technical insight into an industry that produces some 1,000 movies per year. Or go for the 9-hour option, which includes a Bollywood film screening followed by a savory traditional Indian dinner.