The Original Mumbai by Dawn - Recommended by Nigella Lawson & Nat Geo Traveller!
This 3-hour long tour pioneered by No Footprints gives you an insider's access into the soul of Mumbai! You will be prive to the backbone of the city's trade and what makes it truly tick. From exploring community trade and auction of 50 tonnes of fish at the docks, to the sorting of 7 different languages of newspapers; from flower markets to the story of the mills; this tour pays homage to the people of Mumbai- restless, hardworking and affluent.
From the markets to the communities who make it possible, get a chance to see all the action for yourself.
Witness a unique side of Mumbai, almost like secret, unfold as you you explore the city at Dawn.
Needless to say, it comes at a price – Waking up at 5.15 for one!
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The Original Mumbai by Dawn - Recommended by Nigella Lawson & Nat Geo Traveller!
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What's included in The Original Mumbai by Dawn - Recommended by Nigella Lawson & Nat Geo Traveller!
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus
Possibly the most architectural stunning building in India, Victoria Terminus Railway Station, now CST, sees a record of six hundred and sixty thousand footfalls daily, making it the busiest station in Mumbai. At dawn, the CST station also serves as the city's largest newspaper sorting area.
Sassoon Dock
Travelers understand the life of the Koli fisherfolk (the original inhabitants of Mumbai) and also witness the arrival and grading of 50 tonnes of fish. They also witness a one-of-its-kind fish auction of the famous Bombay Duck.
Witness the early morning colour and fragrance of this market.
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Private tour
- Professional guide
- Driver and private transport
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Shoe Covers at docks
- A fruit
- Gratuities
- Additional transport cost for pick-up from suburban Mumbai hotels
- Additional cost for the services of a language guide (besides English)
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The docks are shut in June and July
- The newspaper vendors are not available on the day after a public holiday
- We do not conduct this tour on the day of the Mumbai Marathon
- The sequence of the tour is at the discretion of No Footprints and its guide on-ground
- The tour can be cancelled based on the discretion of No Footprints, the guests will be informed in advance of the same
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 5 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
1) We pick up our guests from their given pick up location. Please note that the time of the tour will vary based on the pick up point. Else, guests can meet us directly at the entry of Sassoon Docks, Colaba. 2) The driver will be at the hotel 5 mins before the start of the tour. 3) If you are staying at the ship at the Mumbai International Cruise Terminal and need a pick-up from outside the ship, there we be additional cost of Rs 1000/- per person. This amount is to be paid in cash to the guide or the driver at the start of the tour.