Excursion Marvels of mumbai (tour & airport transfer) tour at Bombay

This tour is designed for disembarking guests who wish to go to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport with flights after 5:00 pm, taking into consideration 3 hours prior check-in time.

Experience the highlights of Mumbai during a scenic, half-day orientation tour of this fascinating city.

Gateway of India and Prince of Wales Museum

Depart the pier for the brief drive to the Gateway of India.  The city's most famous landmark, this Indo-Saracenic archway was built in 1911 to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary.

After a photo stop here, visit the Prince of Wales Museum, which is crowned by a white Mughal-style dome. Upon arrival, view jade work, weapons from the Mughal Empire, clay and terracotta figures from the 3rd century B.C., Greek-influenced 4th- and 5th-century heads and figures, superb Indian paintings, illustrated manuscripts, and exquisite miniatures.

Marine Drive and Mani Bhavan

Next, proceed along Marine Drive, Mumbai's seaside promenade. Its graceful curve sweeps from the skyscrapers at Nariman Point to the foot of Malabar Hill. At the northern end is the lively Chowpatty Beach, a Mumbai institution. From here, a visit is made to Mani Bhavan, Gandhi's Bombay base between 1917 and 1934. Now a permanent museum and memorial to the Mahatma, Mani Bhavan contains a research library of more than 20,000 volumes, along with personal artefacts, photos and letters. Gandhi's sitting room/bedroom is preserved behind glass.

Dhobi Ghat and Victoria Terminus

Your tour continues with a photo stop at Dhobi Ghat, an impressive operation where tons of clothing from all over Mumbai are laundered, pressed and bundled before being returned to their owners. Pass by the Victoria Terminus, a remarkable railway station built during the year of Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee. Inspired by St. Pancras Station in London, the Victoria Terminus features impressive domes, spires, Corinthian columns and minarets, and serves a half-million commuters daily.

Re-board your vehicle for the approximate 1.5 hour drive to the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Mumbai City, Gateway of India, Prince of Wales Museum, Marine Drive, Chowpatty Beach, Nariman Point, Malabar Hill, Mani Bhavan, Dhobhi Ghat, Victoria Terminus

Note

Please note: This tour requires a moderate amount of walking for approximately 0.8 miles (about 1.29 kilometres) over paved surfaces, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach, 50 steps at the Prince of Wales Museum (only the first floor is accessible by elevator) and 35 steps at Mani Bhavan. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility or those who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing and sunscreen, glasses and hat. Bring local currency for camera fees (200 INR for handheld still cameras without tripod, 5000 INR for video at the time of printing) and books about Mahatma Gandhi at Mani Bhavan. Tripods and selfie sticks are prohibited. Sites may also be crowded and guests need to exercise normal caution. The order of sites visited may vary.