Mumbai Tour Packages
Mumbai is India's financial capital and the home of Bollywood, a city of Victorian Gothic and Art Deco buildings, sea-facing promenades and endless street food. Elephanta's rock-cut caves are an hour's ferry ride from the Gateway of India.
Mumbai at a glance
- LocationMaharashtra, India
- Time zoneIndian Standard Time (UTC+5:30)
- Driving sideLeft
- Calling code+91
- CurrencyIndian rupee (INR)
- LanguagesMarathi
- Ideal stay2 days
- Getting thereChhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International…
Best time to visit: November to February
Top Mumbai travel packages
A few of our Mumbai itineraries in different travel styles. Every one is private and can be changed to suit you.
Food and culinary holidaysMumbaiMumbai City Break3 Days | 2 Nights
Hill-station holidaysMumbai · Lonavala · MahabaleshwarMumbai, Lonavala & Mahabaleshwar5 Days | 4 Nights
Cultural holidaysMumbai · Aurangabad (Ajanta & Ellora) ·…Maharashtra Heritage Circuit6 Days | 5 Nights
Pilgrimage toursMumbai · ShirdiMumbai Siddhivinayak & Shirdi4 Days | 3 NightsEssential tips for travelling to Mumbai
UPI and cards are widely accepted in cities and hotels; keep some cash for small shops, rural areas, hill towns and tips.
Tipping is not compulsory; around 5–10% in restaurants and a small tip for drivers and guides is appreciated.
Drink bottled or filtered water; it is cheap and easy to find.
112 (all emergencies)
Languages spoken: Marathi.
Mumbai and Pune have the main airports; Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar) serves the caves. The Mumbai–Pune expressway connects to Lonavala.
Ajanta is closed on Mondays and Ellora on Tuesdays, so plan the caves on two different days.
Mumbai local trains are fast but crowded at rush hour; use a car for sightseeing.
Stay in South Mumbai for the heritage sights and keep the suburbs for shopping and nightlife.
General guidance. Local rules and services change; we confirm details for your dates.
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Everything you need to know about Mumbai
Mumbai is India's financial capital and the home of Bollywood, a city of Victorian Gothic and Art Deco buildings, sea-facing promenades and endless street food. Elephanta's rock-cut caves are an hour's ferry ride from the Gateway of India.
Highlights include Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, Elephanta Caves and Marine Drive. Local food worth trying: Vada pav, Pav bhaji, Bombay sandwich and Parsi berry pulao. Plan 2 days here; it suits city breaks, food lovers, first-time visitors. Our Mumbai itineraries run from 3 to 6 days and every one can be changed to suit you.
When to go
November to February. Cooler, dry months; the monsoon is heavy from June to September.
How to reach Mumbai
- By air: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM)
- By rail: CSMT, Mumbai Central and other major stations
- By road: Expressways to Pune and Nashik
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Private, customisable itineraries with prices quoted for your dates, hotel category and group size.
3D / 2NMumbaiMumbai City Break
Two days of Mumbai: the Gateway of India, CSMT, the Elephanta Caves, Marine Drive at sunset and a street-food trail.
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5D / 4NMumbai · Lonavala · MahabaleshwarMumbai, Lonavala & Mahabaleshwar
From the city to the Sahyadri: Mumbai's landmarks, Lonavala's caves and viewpoints, then Mahabaleshwar's strawberries and valley views.
View itinerary →6D / 5NMumbai · Aurangabad (Ajanta & Ellora) · Shirdi · PuneMaharashtra Heritage Circuit
Caves, shrines and Peshwa history: Mumbai, Ajanta and Ellora, Shirdi and Pune's Shaniwar Wada.
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4D / 3NMumbai · ShirdiMumbai Siddhivinayak & Shirdi
Siddhivinayak, Mahalaxmi and Haji Ali in Mumbai, then two nights in Shirdi for darshan and aarti at the Sai Baba Samadhi Mandir and a day trip to Shani Shingnapur.
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More places in Maharashtra
Top things to see in Mumbai
MumbaiWaterfront arch built in 1924
MumbaiOpen-air laundry
MaharashtraStreet market and cafés
Wildlife in Mumbai
MumbaiRock-cut Shiva cave temples on an island (closed Mondays)
MumbaiSeafront promenade known as the Queen's Necklace
Wildlife experiences
Sightings depend on season and luck and are never guaranteed. Keep your distance, stay with licensed guides and never feed wild animals.
Cultural experiences in Mumbai
Heritage and landmarks
MumbaiOpen-air laundry
MumbaiStreet market and cafés
Experiences
- Street food crawl
On the menuFood to try
- Vada pav
- Pav bhaji
- Bombay sandwich
- Parsi berry pulao
Outdoor activities in Mumbai
Many activities are seasonal. Best time for Mumbai: November to February. We check operating seasons for your dates.
Mumbai travel tips
Visa and entry
Indian citizens do not need a visa; carry a government photo ID such as Aadhaar or a passport for hotels and flights.
Health and safety
Travel insurance is a good idea, especially for adventure activities. Carry prescription medicines in their original packaging with a copy of the prescription.
Currency and tipping
The currency is the Indian rupee (INR). Tipping is not compulsory; around 5–10% in restaurants and a small tip for drivers and guides is appreciated.
Best time to visit
November to February. Cooler, dry months; the monsoon is heavy from June to September.
Getting around
Mumbai and Pune have the main airports; Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar) serves the caves. The Mumbai–Pune expressway connects to Lonavala.
Local etiquette
- Dress modestly at temples, churches and mosques, and remove footwear where asked.
- Ask before photographing people, and follow photography rules at religious sites and museums.
What to pack
Pack a light jacket or sweater for cool evenings, modest clothing that covers shoulders and knees for religious sites, a compact umbrella or rain jacket and comfortable walking shoes.
Phone and internet
Mobile data is good in towns and cities.
Budget
We don't publish fixed prices because the season, hotel category, flights and group size change the cost. Your written quote lists exactly what is included, so you can compare like for like.
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Destinations near Mumbai
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Palitana is the holiest place in the Jain faith.
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Gir is the last home of the Asiatic lion, whose numbers have grown steadily thanks to decades of protection.
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Ekta Nagar (Kevadia) is home to the Statue of Unity, the world's tallest statue at 182 metres, honouring Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
GujaratSomnath
Somnath is the first of the twelve jyotirlingas, a temple rebuilt many times through history and now standing on the Arabian Sea shore.
GujaratVadodara
Vadodara (Baroda) was the capital of the Gaekwad rulers, and its Laxmi Vilas Palace is said to be four times the size of Buckingham Palace.
KarnatakaVijayapura (Bijapur)
Vijayapura, long known as Bijapur, was the capital of the Adil Shahi sultans, and its skyline of domes and minarets is among the finest in the Deccan.
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