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Mumbai is one of the major cosmopolitan cities in India and one of the most vibrant cities in the world. It’s often referred to as the ‘City of Dreams’ as Indians from all over the country move to Mumbai every day in search of a better life.
Famous for its art, history, culture, street food & lively atmosphere it’s so vast it has something for everyone. The hustle & bustle of the city will keep you entertained for hours and with so much going on you won’t know which way to look. Mumbai is the richest city & home to the most billionaires in India, however the contrast between the rich & the poor is evident to see with almost half of its population living in slums.
Dharavi as featured in the film ‘Slumdog Millionaire’ is the biggest slum in India but also considered to be the biggest slum in Asia. It’s endearing to see how happy the residents are & going about their daily lives in such poor conditions. Many of the residents live and work in the slums as there as so many make shift factories making things like pottery, soaps, bags, leather goods & fabrics.
You’ll get to see some of the factories in action but we also take you through recycling hub where you’ll be shocked to so many materials that are used again & again - absolutely nothing goes to waste here.
Dhobi Ghat is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Mumbai. It’s the world’s largest open air laundry where clothes are washed & dried by hand. At first it looks like a chaotic scene but on closer look you will see order in the madness. Lines and lines of clothes are hung out to dry in a manner that optimizes both space & time. It’s a labor intensive process but a system is in place that takes care of the washing, sorting & ironing. A code is written on the back of each garment that allows the correct piece of laundry to get back to its owner. You’ll be mesmerized watching the workers in action & gobsmacked at the sheer amount of laundry you will see here. It appears in the Guinness Book of World Records for the most people hand washing clothes at a single location but the simplicity and amazingly efficient system is so fascinating it’s the reason why it’s so popular and attracts so many visitors each year.
The Hanging Gardens is a park in Mumbai and a place of serenity right in the middle of the bustling city. Because Mumbai is so densely populated places like this are few & far between. The Hanging Gardens is a place where you can escape the ever-buzzing city for a moment and be close to nature in tranquil surroundings. Perched at the top of Malabar Hill you can capture the most spectacular views of the Arabian Sea and Mumbai’s Skyline.
Gandhi, also known as Father of the Nation is the most famous Indian of all time so a trip to his residence is a must when visiting Mumbai. Most famous for leading his country to freedom from the British colonial rule in 1947, however he was assassinated a month later at the age of 78. Gandhi was born on the 2nd October 1869. His birthday ‘Gandhi Jayanti’ is still celebrated every year with a national holiday and observed by all states and territories in India. It’s also a dry day in India which means the sale of alcohol is strictly prohibited.
Indian Railways has one of the largest and busiest railway networks in the world operating both long distance and suburban train systems. However the most beautiful Railway Station in India has to be the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, previously known as the Victoria Station, named after Queen Victoria. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is a UNESCO world heritage site and is the most photographed Railway Station in India. It’s one of the most important landmarks and recognized structures, not only in Mumbai but in the whole country.
Chor Bazar used be called the ‘Thieves Market’ because anything stolen in Mumbai would usually end up here within 48 hours. It’s one of the largest, bustling second hand markets in India with the most random stuff on offer. A great place to practice your battering skills and an opportunity to buy some trash or treasure.
The Gateway of India is one the most iconic monuments in Mumbai in Mumbai, located opposite the Taj Mahal Hotel overlooking the Arabian Sean. It was built to commemorate the landing of King-Emperor George V, the first British monarch to visit India. It’s also where the last British troops left India in 1948, following Indian independence. It’s the first sight visitors see when approaching Mumbai and is the place where the terrorists entered India from Pakistan causing destruction to the city in the Terror Attacks in 2008. The true story of the attacks were later made into a film ‘Hotel Mumbai’ which is a must watch if you haven’t already seen it. Join us on this tour and experience the magic of Mumbai in a day.
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