Private Tour: Customizable Mumbai Sightseeing Including Elephanta Caves or Kanheri Caves
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Is Private Tour: Customizable Mumbai Sightseeing Including Elephanta Caves or Kanheri Caves worth booking?
Private Tour: Customizable Mumbai Sightseeing Including Elephanta Caves or Kanheri Caves is a 8-hour experience in Mumbai, India, from $65 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 59 / 100
- Rating
- 3.5/5 (2)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $65 per person
Cruise around Mumbai in an air-conditioned private vehicle during a customizable sightseeing tour. Choose up to five main attractions and lesser-known gems to see with a private guide, including the option to visit the E
What you get
About this experience
Cruise around Mumbai in an air-conditioned private vehicle during a customizable sightseeing tour. Choose up to five main attractions and lesser-known gems to see with a private guide, including the option to visit the Elephanta Caves or Kanheri Caves. Create your own day-long itinerary, hitting highlights such as the Gateway to India, Mahalaxmi Temple, the hanging gardens and Victoria Terminus, or checking out offbeat sites like a traditional laundry.
What's included
Included
- One bottle of water per customer
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Government-licensed private guide
- Carbon offset certificate
- Transportation by private air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
What you'll see and do
Elephanta Caves
The 'City of Caves', on an island in the Sea of Oman close to Bombay, contains a collection of rock art linked to the cult of Shiva. Here, Indian art has found one of its most perfect expressions, particularly the huge high reliefs in the main cave.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Gateway Of India
The Gateway of India is an arch monument built during the 20th century in Mumbai, India. The monument was erected to commemorate the landing of King-Emperor George V and Queen-Empress Mary at Apollo Bunder on their visit to India in 1911
30 minutes here
Haji Ali Mosque
The Haji Ali Dargah is a mosque and dargah or the monument of Pir Haji Ali Shah Bukhari located on an islet off the coast of Worli in the southern part of Mumbai. Pir Haji Ali Shah Bukhari was a kind Sufi saint with a wealthy merchant from Uzbekistan
30 minutes here
Mani Bhavan Gandhi Museum
Mani Bhavan is a museum and historical building dedicated to Gandhi, situated at Laburnum Road in the Gamdevi precinct of Mumbai. Mani Bhavan was the focal point of Gandhi's political activities in Mumbai between 1917 and 1934
30 minutes here · Admission included
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya
The Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, abbreviated CSMVS and formerly named the Prince of Wales Museum of Western India, is the main museum in Mumbai, Maharashtra
120 minutes here · Admission included
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, formerly known as Victoria Terminus, is a historic railway station and a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India which serves as the headquarters of the Central Railways.
60 minutes here
Marine Drive
Marine Drive is a 3.6-kilometre-long Boulevard in South Mumbai in the city of Mumbai, India. The road was constructed by late philanthropist Bhagojisheth Keer & Pallonji Mistry. It is a 'C'-shaped six-lane concrete road along the coast, which is a natural bay
30 minutes here · Admission included
Dhobi Ghat
Dhobi Ghat (Mahalaxmi Dhobi Ghat) is an open air laundromat (lavoir) in Mumbai, India.[ The washers, known as dhobis, work in the open to clean clothes and linens from Mumbai's hotels and hospitals. It was constructed in 1890.
60 minutes here
Shree Siddhivinayak
The Shree Siddhivinayak Ganapati Mandir is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shri Ganesh. It is located in Prabhadevi, Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was originally built by Laxman Vithu and Deubai Patil on 19 November 1801. It is one of the richest temples in Mumbai
30 minutes here
Kanheri Caves
The Kanheri Caves are a group of caves and rock-cut monuments cut into a massive basalt outcrop in the forests of the Sanjay Gandhi National Park, on the island of Salsette in the western outskirts of Mumbai, India.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Hanging Gardens
The Hanging Gardens, in Mumbai, also known as Pherozeshah Mehta Gardens, are terraced gardens perched at the top of Malabar Hill, on its western side, just opposite the Kamala Nehru Park. They provide sunset views over the Arabian Sea and feature numerous hedges carved into the shapes of animals.
30 minutes here
Mahalakshmi Temple
Mahalaxmi Temple is one of the most famous temples of Mumbai situated on Bhulabhai Desai Road in Mahalaxmi area. It is dedicated to Mahalakshmi the central deity of Devi Mahatmyam. The temple was built in 1831 by Dhakji Dadaji (1760–1846), a Hindu merchant
30 minutes here · Admission included
Dharavi
Dharavi is a locality in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, considered to be one of world's largest slums. Dharavi has an area of just over 2.1 square kilometres and a population of about 700,000. With a population density of over 277,136/km², Dharavi is one of the most densely populated areas in the world
60 minutes here
Mount Mary Basilica
St. Mary's Basilica is located in the Archdiocese of Bangalore in the Indian state of Karnataka. It is among the oldest churches in Bangalore and the first church in the state that has been elevated to the status of a minor basilica.
30 minutes here
Sri Sri Radha Gopinath Temple
Modeled after the temples of Vrindavan, that were influenced by the architecture of Rajasthan, this epicenter of spiritual activity accommodates over 140 monks and a growing community of 5000. See Indian culture, art, and design at its finest in the form of hand-carved indoor teak-wood balconies, precious stone & marble inlays, large original paintings, and classical dioramas. Stroll around and visit one of Gandhi's places of worship, idyllic temple garden, vegetarian restaurant, gift shop, and Govardhan Eco-village shop. Experience a clean, welcoming, joyful ambiance imbued with constant meditation and prayer. We hope you will feel at home in our simple Krishna temple.
30 minutes here
Jogeshwari Caves
The Jogeshwari Caves are some of the earliest Buddhist cave temples sculptures located in the Mumbai suburb of Jogeshwari, India. The caves date back to 520 to 550 CE. These caves belongs to the last stage of the Mahayana Buddhist architecture, which was later taken over by the Hindus.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Elephanta Caves + 4 Sites
Private tour to the Elephanta Caves and four other sites (excluding the Kanheri Caves) Pickup included
Kanheri Caves + 4 Sites
Private tour to the Kanheri Caves and four other sites (excluding the Elephanta Caves) Pickup included
No Caves; 5 Sites
Private tour to five sites excluding the Elephanta Caves and the Kanheri Caves Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 9 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Delhi Airport Service
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- After booking, you may choose up to 5 sites from the sample list; the local tour operator will then create a route, keeping in mind the opening and closing times of different sites, the distances of different locations from one another, overall traveling times and peak periods
- Please contact the local tour operator at least 48 hours before your tour to advise which destinations you would like to go to; contact information will be provided on your confirmation voucher
- The Elephanta Caves and the Kanheri Caves are far away from each other and cannot be visited on the same day
- The Elephanta Caves and the Kanheri Caves are closed every Monday
- Comfortable walking shoes and sunscreen are recommended
- Shoes must be removed at most places of worship, namely Mahalaxmi Temple, Shree Siddhivinayak Ganapati Mandir, ISKCON Temple and Haji Ali Dargah; at most temples, you can enter the compound without removing your shoes, but your shoes must be removed when entering the sanctum of that particular place of worship; you may carry or wear your own socks so that your feet do not get dirty, or the tour operator can arrange slip-ons for you
- You must wear clothing that covers your arms and legs at religious sites
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those in wheelchairs or with walking disabilities, particularly in the Elephanta Caves and the Kanheri Caves
- Children ages 2 and younger are free of charge
- Your guide can recommend places to eat lunch and snacks (own expense)
- The Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya (Prince of Wales Museum) and Mani Bhavan Gandhi Museum are both closed on January 26, May 1, August 15 and October 2
- During the monsoon months from June to August, the tour might be cut short if there is heavy rain
- The Elephanta Caves are on an island and can be accessed by boat only; during the monsoon months from June to August the boat service may not operate if the ocean is unsafe
- The Haaji Ali is located on an island and is connected to the mainland by a path that is submerged in water during monsoons; during the monsoon months from June to August it may not be possible to visit the Haaji Ali due to high tides
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Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for Private Tour: Customizable Mumbai Sightseeing Including Elephanta Caves or Kanheri Caves. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Our guide was guide Sangita was a...
<p>Our guide was guide Sangita was a total delight. Totally recommend this...Mumbai is a fascinating and complex city, definitely suggest a tour to catch a glimpse into this area.</p>
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Our guide was very friendly and...
<p>Our guide was very friendly and extremely knowledgable about politics and current events. He knew little to nothing, however, about the Kanheri Caves- the very thing we'd signed up to see. To make matters worse, he simply made up facts when he didn't know the answer. A quick check on Wikipedia was more enlightening than our tour. We would have been better off on our own with just the driver.</p>
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $65 to $450
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 59
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Private Tour: Customizable Mumbai Sightseeing Including Elephanta Caves or Kanheri Caves: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Mumbai.
How much does Private Tour: Customizable Mumbai Sightseeing Including Elephanta Caves or Kanheri Caves cost?
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Prices start at $65 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Mumbai usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Tour: Customizable Mumbai Sightseeing Including Elephanta Caves or Kanheri Caves take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Mumbai is not rushed.
Is Private Tour: Customizable Mumbai Sightseeing Including Elephanta Caves or Kanheri Caves worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Mumbai, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Tour: Customizable Mumbai Sightseeing Including Elephanta Caves or Kanheri Caves?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Tour: Customizable Mumbai Sightseeing Including Elephanta Caves or Kanheri Caves suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Tour: Customizable Mumbai Sightseeing Including Elephanta Caves or Kanheri Caves?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Mumbai can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Mumbai and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Tour: Customizable Mumbai Sightseeing Including Elephanta Caves or Kanheri Caves start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Mumbai within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Mumbai?
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On Outty we rank every Mumbai experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Elephanta Caves & Island Guided Private Tour, Dharavi Slum Tour, Mumbai: Dharavi Slum & Dhobi Ghat Laundry Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Mumbai?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Mumbai?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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