Bombay Express Mumbai Food Tour with 15+ Tastings
Join us on our Mumbai foodie adventure. Prepare yourself, because there is nothing quite like the energy and personality of this city. Home to the Bollywood elite, soaring buildings, sprawling slums, the call of the chaiwalla, and the lunch-delivering dabbawallas. Over the course of the evening, you'll experience 3 distinct districts, strolling with an expert local guide, and a short ride on the famous commuter line.
You'll enjoy mopping up curries with crispy papads and delicious dosas, hitting up one of the few remaining Parsi communities, digging into chaat snacks, and countless other dishes along the way. You’ll be entertained with stories of old Bombay, rich in character and culinary history. Just get your taste buds ready for the ride.
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Bombay Express Mumbai Food Tour with 15+ Tastings
What's included in Bombay Express Mumbai Food Tour with 15+ Tastings
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Churchgate
This is like no other Mumbai food tour. This small-group culinary adventure takes you to the heart of the city's gastronomy. Treat your taste buds to 15+ tastings, as we experience three different districts. Your expert storytelling guide will bring the local food scene to life, whilst you discover the secrets of the city's flavours. Learn to eat like the locals with South Indian delicacies. Ride the iconic commuter train that keeps Mumbai moving. Discover why crispy papads tastes infinitely better grilled over charcoal. We'll enjoy street food specialities that have been feeding hungry locals for decades. We'll start at Chaayos cafe at Churchgate, near the Fort area, convenient to all the city's hotel and accommodation options. **Suitable for vegetarians & pescatarians. For any other dietary concerns, please contact us before booking.**
Churchgate Railway Station
We'll venture onto the famous commuter train, hopping on for a short 10 minute ride to experience the daily life for locals in the city. Trains are every 5 minutes, so you won't wait long, and don't worry we've got you covered for the ticket. Your local guide will expertly navigate you to our next stop. Bring your camera!
Marine Lines
Stepping off the train platform, you'll discover another side of the city that foreign visitors rarely venture to. Whilst you are mopping up slow-cooked kheema with freshly baked bread, we reveal the stories behind some of the last remaining Parsi communities in the city, dating back to the Persian families that moved to India over a century ago. Some tasty food awaits us in this district, as we continue to explore more of the street food scene.
Inclusions
- Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award 2023 and Badge of Excellence
- All 15+ food tastings included - more than any other Mumbai food tour
- Featured in National Geographic "Where to eat in Mumbai, India"
- Small-group tour capped at only 8 exclusive guests
- An expert foodie guide leading your culinary adventure
- Included local drinks and bottled water
- Train tickets included
- Pick up / drop off to hotel is not included (guide will help you with taxi home)
- Alcoholic beverages are not included on the tour
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The tour is suitable for vegetarians and pescatarians
- There is a moderate amount of walking so wear comfortable shoes
- The tours operate come rain or shine, please bring an umbrella if rain is likely
- Infant meals not included
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- We'll meet at Chaayos Cafe at Churchgate, next to Churchgate train station, close to the popular Fort district. Address: Chaayos Cafe at Churchgate चायोस कैफे एट चर्चगेट, Express Building, Shop No. 1, Ground Floor, Part B, 14, IMC Marg, opposite Govt. Law College, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400020
End Points
- The tour ends opposite the Shree Mumbadevi Temple, your guide will be on hand to help you find a taxi home (Uber is recommended in India). Address: Shree Mumbadevi Temple मुंबादेवी मंदिर., 45/47, Dhanji St, Mumbadevi Area, Kalbadevi, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400003.
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Please wear comfortable shoes as there is a moderate amount of walking. The tour is not suitable for those with gluten intolerance, lactose intolerance or vegans.
