Mumbai City Tour Including Gateway of India and Elephanta Caves
During this tour, Veena World guests will visit some of the most unique sights of the city of Mumbai (formerly called Bombay). Since this is a private tour, there will be a tour manager/guide with you all through the day ensuring that you not only visit these sights but get the most updated information, and fun stories and get immersed in the history and culture of Mumbai. Another advantage of this private tour is that it is completely customisable to your interests and the role of the tour manager is to ensure that you enjoy the day fully without having to rush from one place to another. Veena World tour managers are a part of a team of 350 tour managers who are trained to exclusively conduct tours in India. Their experience has played a crucial role in our growth story of the last 10 years. Come, Celebrate Life with us in the city of Mumbai.
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Mumbai City Tour Including Gateway of India and Elephanta Caves
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What's included in Mumbai City Tour Including Gateway of India and Elephanta Caves
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Gateway of India
The Gateway of India is one of India's most iconic landmarks, located on the waterfront in the Apollo Bunder area in South Mumbai. The Gateway was originally built to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to India in 1911.
Elephanta Caves
The Elephant Caves, also known as Gharapuri, are a network of sculpted caves located on Elephanta Island in Mumbai Harbour, off the coast of Mumbai, India. These rock-cut temples are primarily dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva and date back to the mid-5th to 6th centuries AD. It remains an important testament to India’s rich cultural and religious heritage, attracting visitors from around the world who come to marvel at their artistic and architectural grandeur.
Town Hall (Asiatic Society Library)
The Asiatic Society of Mumbai, housed in the iconic Town Hall, is home to the Asiatic Library, one of the oldest public libraries in India. Established in 1804, this neoclassical edifice is a landmark in the bustling city center of Mumbai, characterized by its majestic flight of 30 steps and the stately white columns that frame its façade. The library boasts a collection of over 100,000 books, with a treasure trove of rare manuscripts and ancient texts, including a first edition copy of Dante's Divine Comedy and an original manuscript of Dante's Inferno. The library also holds a gold-plated copy of Dante's works gifted by Italy. Beyond books, the Asiatic Society is a center of cultural and literary activity, hosting various events, talks, and seminars that contribute to the intellectual milieu of Mumbai. This historic library not only serves as a repository of knowledge but also as a symbol of the rich literary heritage and educational pursuit in India.
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- Ferry ticket to & fro from Elephanta Caves
- Bottled water
- Pickup & Drop from Hotel
- Lunch
- Fixed lunch at a local restaurant
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- 01 Tea/Coffee
- All Fees and Taxes
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Entrance fee to Elephanta Caves, CSM Vaastu Sangrahalaya Museum, Mani Bhavan
- Brunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 120 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
The tour includes pickup and drop from the travellers hotel in Mumbai. We request you to update the correct pick up and drop details which can be passed on to the driver.
Meeting Points
- For guests who do not require a pickup and drop service, the tour will start and end at the start point and end point respectively. At the start point, our tour manager in a Yellow Veena World TShirt will be waiting for you.
End Points
- For guests who do not require a pickup and drop service, the tour will start and end at the start point and end point respectively. At the start point, our tour manager in a Yellow Veena World TShirt will be waiting for you.
