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Private Mumbai Sightseeing Tour Including Dharavi Slum

4.9(84)Mumbai1 hour
VIATOR4.8(11)TRIPADVISOR5.0(73)

Description

The 6-hour private tour includes a 2-hour walking tour of Dharavi Slum and a visit to the most iconic sights in Mumbai. Hear your guide discuss the insights, stories, and its present and future scope of existence.

Tour Options

Private Mumbai Sightseeing Tour Including Dharavi Slum
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

120 min

. Begin by visiting the Dharavi Slum. From here head straight to the plastic and metal recycling yard. Walk through narrow lanes and by-lanes, taking in the wafting aromas from local bakeries and sweet shops. Exotic smells from soap and cosmetic making units are bound to make some heads turn. Dime sized cyber cafes, locals brushing past, mass-producing tailor shops all make up for an exciting trip. Continue on listening to stories from your guide as you arrive at Kumbharwada, in Dharavi. Known to be the face of India’s largest slum dwelling, The tour through the slum's narrow alleys is quite an adventure, you will undoubtedly feel the strong sense of community and the special spirit that exists here.

25 min

Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus train station (a UNESCO world heritage site), a magnificent bustling station made famous over the years with the many films portraying the train system.

Pass by

Marine Drive also known as “Queens Necklace”.

20 min

observe the gothic style architecture of the University Bombay.

15 min

Mumbai's most famous monument, built to welcome King George V and Queen Mary into India

20 min

Open air laundry area in Mumbai called Dhobi Ghat, this tremendous laundromat is full of dhobis who work and toil under the sky everyday to clean clothes and linens from hotels and hospitals.

10 min

The hotel's original building was commissioned by Jamshedji Tata, and first opened its doors to guests on 16 December 1903.

Pass by

Beautiful British Heritage Building.

Admission included20 min

Mani Bhavan was the focal point of Gandhi's political activities in Mumbai between 1917 and 1934

10 min

Historic Jain place of worship with intricate stone carvings & a dome painted with the zodiac.

15 min

Skyline view of the city & Old woman's shoe

10 min

Hanging Gardens built on top of water tanks near the Tower of Silence (Parsi burial place).

Pass by

On November 1905, the then-Prince of Wales laid the foundation stone of the museum, and hence, it was named Prince of Wales Museum of Western India

Pass by

Flora Fountain, at the Hutatma Chowk, is an ornamentally and exquisitely sculpted architectural heritage monument.

Pass by

Kala Ghoda is a hip, creative area with designer cafes, indie galleries and sidewalk art stalls.

Pass by

The David Sassoon Library is the name of a famous library and heritage structure in Mumbai, India. The idea for a library to be situated in the center of the city was the brainchild of Albert Sassoon, son of the famous Baghdadi Jewish philanthropist, David Sassoon

Highlights

Transported by private air-conditioned car
Hotel pickup and drop-off
English-speaking guide

What's included

Included
Transported by private air-conditioned car
Hotel pickup and drop-off
English-speaking guide
Not included
Gratuities
Food or drinks

Pickup Locations & Times

We pick up from your accommodation

Traveller Ratings

4.9
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Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Price is per vehicle; A maximum of 5 people per booking

Reviews(84)

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Dennis L
April 27, 2026
Personalized experience, with incredible authentic experience

Great service and spectacular views. They customized the trip perfectly for my needs. As a photographer I wanted to explore authentic Mumbai and they did not disappoint, I always felt very well taken care of and safe. I didn’t had much time to prepare and research, but I didn’t need to because they had everything covered. Taking the local trains was such a fun experience.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your kind words! It was an absolute pleasure curating your Mumbai experience. We’re especially glad we could help you capture the authentic spirit of the city and make the most of your time here. Exploring Mumbai through a photographer’s lens is truly special, and we’re thrilled you enjoyed everything—from the vibrant streets to the local train rides! Your safety and comfort are always our top priorities, so it means a lot to hear that you felt well taken care of throughout. We hope your photos turned out amazing and that they bring back great memories. Looking forward to welcoming you again for another adventure soon!

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Jaq78220
April 10, 2026
Perfect discovery of Mumbai in one day!

A great way to discover Mumbai in one day and see the main sights stress-free. Anthony, our guide, as well as Prabkar, our driver, were absolutely outstanding: attentive, professional and always concerned with our comfort and pace. The organization was very good and the explanations very interesting. We spent a day full of discoveries. We highly recommend this experience!

Operator response

Merci beaucoup pour ce superbe retour ! Nous sommes ravis d’apprendre que votre journée à Mumbai a été une expérience aussi enrichissante et agréable. Anthony et Prabkar seront particulièrement touchés par vos compliments — ils mettent un point d’honneur à offrir un service attentionné et professionnel, et votre reconnaissance compte énormément pour eux. C’est un vrai plaisir de savoir que l’organisation, le rythme de la visite et les explications ont été à la hauteur de vos attentes. Nous espérons avoir le plaisir de vous accompagner à nouveau pour une prochaine découverte ! Merci encore pour votre recommandation chaleureuse 🙏

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Gabrielle_C
February 7, 2026
Exceptional Tour

What a fantastic tour we've had with Muckesh today.Muckesh was so informative & his English was superb he packed so much into the day but never rushed us it was brilliant. The tour of the slums was amazing everyone was so friendly we visited his family who made us very welcome & gave us chia which was very nice. The commercial side of the slums was interesting & eye opening .We would definitely recommend this tour & if you are lucky we hope you get Muckesh has your guide.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a fantastic day with Muckesh. He truly has a gift for sharing knowledge in a clear and engaging way, so it’s great to know his storytelling and pace made the experience both informative and comfortable. We’re especially happy that your visit felt welcoming and personal. Meeting local families and seeing daily life alongside the commercial industries is such an important part of understanding the community beyond common perceptions. It means a lot that you found it eye-opening and positive. Your kind words and recommendation really encourage our whole team. We’ll be sure to pass your appreciation on to Mukesh — he’ll be delighted! Thank you again for choosing to explore with us, and we hope to see you back in Mumbai someday.

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Upperdysart
February 1, 2026
Mumbai life ! Thanks Raj and Mukesh

We had an amazing tour with Raj and Mukesh. Visiting slum and site seeing They are very informative and we had a very personal view of life in Mumbai Paying cricket and motor bike ride may our time more fun. Lovely to meet Mukesh family. Highly recommend this tour

Operator response

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re truly delighted to hear that you had such a memorable experience with Raj and Mukesh. It’s great to know you enjoyed the slum visit, sightseeing, cricket, and the motorbike ride — we love sharing the real spirit of Mumbai. Meeting Mukesh’s family is always a special moment, and we’re glad it made your tour even more personal. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you again in the future!

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Erica_F
November 28, 2025
Great day tour

Great introduction to Mumbai especially if limited time. Saw all main sites. Guides Mukesh and Aarti excellent and informative especially about slum areas. We had a great day one if the best private tours we’ve had.

Operator response

Thank you so much for the review and for your kind words about Aarti and Mukesh. I’ll be sure to share your feedback with them — they’ll be delighted to hear it. Thank you again!

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cockliffe
November 27, 2025
Excellent day tour of mumbai

Excellent five stars. Guide and driver Mukesh and Aarti so lovely and knowledgeable especially about slum areas. Very enjoyable day and covered such a lot of the city. Ideal tour if limited time. Would highly recommend this tour and guides.

Operator response

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you had a seamless and stress-free experience with us. Your kind words serve as a great testament to the hard work and dedication we invest in each tours by our team Mukesh and Aarti !

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andrewfG6594AR
November 27, 2025
Excellent tour highly recommended

Mukesh and Aarti were lovely and provided an excellent tour for us. So knowledgeable about the city and especially the slum areas. So welcoming and proud to show off the area. We would highly recommend them for a tour.

Operator response

Dear Guest, your review means a lot to us. We always strive to give our best to help our clients and I’m glad that we exceeded your expectations. We hope to see you again soon!

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kdhl100
November 25, 2025
Amazing day well spent in Mumbai!

Our guide Mukesh was an excellent guide. I especially enjoyed his commentaries, explanations and patience with our group. He is a wonderful host of Mumbai!

Operator response

Thank you so much for writing a review and glad that you had good time with our chauffeur Mukesh I will pass this to Mukesh and sure he will be happy to read it and will reward him

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Carole_L
November 23, 2025
Great sightseeing in Mumbai

It shows all the main attractions of Mumbai . Aarti was a great guide and we had an excellant driver for the streets of Mumbai! Due to a nearby fire and fire engines - it was busy!! Walking tour of dvari slum showed us how so much is manufactured there

Operator response

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted that you enjoyed seeing all the main attractions of Mumbai. Aarti was thrilled to guide you, and we’re glad our driver helped you navigate the busy streets! We’re also happy to hear that the Dharavi walking tour gave you insight into the incredible amount of craftsmanship and manufacturing that happens there. Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience!

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Happiness763045
October 20, 2025
Incredible experience with perfect guides

Fantastic tour, full of incredible impressions! Thanks to our wonderful hosts Aardi and Mukesh, who not only guided us and explained the sights of Mumbai in detail but also shared insights from their private life!

Operator response

It thrilled us to see the five-star review you've given our company. We've worked very hard on sightseeing and slum tour and we're so happy that you're satisfied with out tour and will passed your message to our team member. Thank you

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