Hidden Gems of Mumbai: Kanheri Caves and Dharavi Slum Tour
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Product Code : AGORA245
Discover the hidden treasures of Mumbai on this immersive day tour, beginning with a scenic drive from your hotel to the historic Kanheri Caves within Sanjay Gandhi National Park. Explore over 100 ancient rock-cut Buddhist monuments, temples, and monasteries, while learning about their rich heritage and intricate carvings. Enjoy a flavorsome lunch at a local restaurant, sampling Mumbai’s vibrant culinary offerings. In the afternoon, venture into Dharavi, one of Asia’s largest slums, for a guided walking tour showcasing the industrious spirit of its residents. Witness local workshops, homes, and community spaces, gaining insight into the resilience, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit of the community. Conclude the tour with a return to your hotel, reflecting on a day of history, culture, and social discovery in the heart of Mumbai.
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Hotel Pickup at 9:00 AM – Begin your day with a comfortable pick-up from your Mumbai hotel, ready to explore the city’s hidden gems and cultural treasures.
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Kanheri Caves – Enter the serene Sanjay Gandhi National Park to explore the Kanheri Caves, dating back to the 1st century BC. These rock-cut Buddhist monuments feature over 100 intricately carved caves, temples, and monasteries. Learn about the history, symbolism, and heritage behind these ancient structures as you wander through the labyrinthine pathways, marveling at the detailed sculptures, murals, and inscriptions reflecting Buddhist practices.
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Lunch at Local Restaurant – Enjoy a delicious lunch featuring Mumbai’s local flavors, from regional specialties to traditional street food, enriching your cultural and culinary experience.
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Dharavi Slum Walking Tour – Explore Dharavi, one of Asia’s largest slums, on a guided walking tour. Navigate through the narrow lanes to witness the thriving small-scale industries such as leatherwork, pottery, and textiles, while learning about the residents’ resilience, entrepreneurship, and community initiatives.
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Workshops, Homes, and Community Spaces – Encounter the daily life of Dharavi’s residents through visits to workshops, homes, and communal spaces, understanding their innovative initiatives, social enterprises, and efforts to empower the community.
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Return to Hotel at 5:30 PM – Conclude the tour with a drop-off at your hotel, reflecting on the unique cultural, historical, and social insights gained throughout the day.
Private AC car/van for pick up and drop off from/to your hotel.
English speaking local guide, if option selected.
Entrance fees to monuments, if option selected.
Lunch, if option selected.
Bottled water in the car.
Government Taxes.
Camera charges at monuments.
Gratuities and optional activities.
Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.