Mumbai to Elephanta Caves

Rewind to Mumbai’s pre-colonial days on a private half-day tour of the Elephanta Caves. With a private guide, ride a ferry to Elephanta Island in Mumbai Harbor, and explore its UNESCO-listed caves and rock art, believed to date from the 500s. Explore the main Shiva Cave with its huge sculptures of Shiva and Hindu mythologies, and admire the smaller Buddhist caves as your guide shares their history. Ferry and entrance tickets at own expense and option to include a family lunch.

Meet your fluent English speaking guide at your hotel lobby, then head on towards to Gateway of India, We will take a ferry boat to reach Elephanta island & start the guided tour there. You can customize this private tour according to your requirements.

Explore Mumbai and beyond on a private full-day tour that begins with an excursion to Elephanta Caves—a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After touring the rock-carved temple caves, return to Mumbai for a comprehensive city tour that includes the Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (Victoria Terminus), Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Mandai (Crawford Market), Marine Drive, the Hanging Gardens on Malabar Hill, the Gandhi Museum, Mahalaxmi Dhobi Ghat, and the Prince of Wales Museum. Includes private guide and vehicle, and pickup and drop-off.

1. Experience the Elephanta Caves located on Elephanta Island, seven major excavations in the area showcasing huge sculptures of Shiva, Hindu mythologies and Buddhist caves. 2. Take toy train ride and at the plateau admire the complex and astoundingly detailed reliefs and carvings depicting narratives of the goddess Shiva; unique experience for you to remember for life and share with your family and friends. 3. By the end of the tour, you will develop a great perspective of the city, its culture, the life of a local and you will also get some great insider tips and tricks to save money and to explore the best of the city."

The UNESCO–listed Elephanta Caves are widely considered among Mumbai’s must-see attractions, but exploring independently means missing their 7th-century history. On this tour, begin with pickup at your Mumbai hotel and visit the Elephanta Caves with your guide. Learn of powerful deities like Lord Shiva, and decipher panels depicting stages of his life. Along the way, find out how Mumbai’s hard-working dabbawalas keep the city ticking.

Get Ready to experience one of the amazing tours to Elephanta caves from Mumbai via a ferry ride. • Visit the Elephanta Caves; a UNESCO World Heritage site, accessible from the Gateway of India • Learn about the 7 cave excavations at Elephanta, all carved from solid basalt rock • Discover the temples which honor the Hindu God Shiva and contain many intricate sculptures • A fun journey to the caves, learning about each of their features and the story behind each one • An English speaking guide will be available to help you with your tour

Just a short boat ride away from Mumbai is the UNESCO-listed Elephant Island and its rock temples. Explore the caves that are dedicated to various Hindu gods and date as far back as the 5th century. After your ride back, take a tour of the Chor Bazaar, also known as the Thieves Market, and browse for items at rock bottom prices.

A cruise through Mumbai Harbor brings you to the rock cut cave temples on Elephanta Island. In 1987, the caves were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The rock cut temple complex covers an area of 60,000 square feet consisting of a main chamber, two lateral ones, courtyards and subsidiary shrines. The site of these magnificent caves contains beautiful reliefs, sculptures, and a temple to the Hindu god Shiva

Learn how over 1000 years ago Hindu craftsmen excavated the caves in the volcanic rock high up on the slopes Elephanta Caves are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a collection of cave temples predominantly dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. The Elephanta Caves contain rock cut stone sculptures that show syncretism of Hindu and Buddhist ideas and iconography. They were named Elefante – which morphed to Elephanta – by the colonial Portuguese when they found elephant statues on it. They established a base on the island, and its soldiers damaged the sculpture and caves. The island is 2.4 km (1.5 mi) in length with two hills that rise to a height of about 150 m (490 ft). A narrow deep ravine separates the two hills and runs from north to south. On the west, the hill rises gently from the sea and stretches east across the ravine and rises gradually to the extreme east to a height of 173 m (568 ft).

The Peripheral culture and heritage of Mumbai yet remain to be unaffected. Being just 34 km away from Gateway of Mumbai lays the hidden beauty of Elephanta Caves. These historic caves have attracted millions of tourist with its worthy while charming right from 7th Century AD. In order to reach here, it is required to take the help of ferry boats. Most fascinating spots that are worth exploring are enchanting caves of Lord Shiva and various sculpted forms of Natrajaya.

This tour is perfect for those who have enough time to spend in Mumbai. Explore  Mumbai completely. We will take you to the sightseeing spots, Markets, Elephanta caves, Dharavi slum and of course Bollywood studio Tour.

Mumbai or ‘The City that Never Sleeps’, is one of the marvellous cities to visit India. The heavily urbanised city of Maharashtra has something in store for everyone- from backpackers and devotees to tourists who love to spend on expensive hotels and restaurants.

This tour includes two iconic UNESCO World Heritage sites, the Elephanta Caves and the Chhatrapati Shivaji Railway Terminus, previously known as Victoria Terminus. Get a breathtaking view of the Arabian Sea and the iconic buildings near the Gateway of India - the Taj Mahal Hotel and Air India’s Headquarters to name a few. Also visit Dharavi, of Slumdog Millionaire fame, home to a million people and small scale enterprises. Highlights • Gateway of India, a UNESCO World Heritage site • The 2nd century B.C. Elephanta Caves • Chhatrapati Shivaji Railway Terminus, another UNESCO World Heritage site • Asia’s largest slum, Dharavi

The private tour will begin in Mumbai a city famous as the heart of the Bollywood film industry & the country's financial powerhouse. Get up close look at the stunning Ajanta and Ellora Caves two unique UNESCO World Heritage sites. Explore 34 caves at Ellora, dating between the 6th & 11th centuries AD, as well as 29 caves at Ajanta, dating between 2nd century BC to 6th century AD. Experience a taste of India by exploring the Golden Triangle, traveling from the country’s capital city Delhi to the wondrous sites of the Mughal capital of Agra, the legendary Fatehpur Sikri, Abhaneri and the Pink City of Jaipur. We can operate the tour in reverse order and guest can arrive in Delhi and depart from Mumbai

The tour will begin in Mumbai a city famous as the heart of the Bollywood film industry. Fly to Aurangabad and explore the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Ajanta and Ellora. Fly to Hyderabad and visit Golconda Fort that was once the Qutb Shahi dynastic capital. Fly to Vidyanagar and begin the driving tour till Goa exploring the the architecture wonder and UNESCO World Heritage sites of Hampi, Aihole & Pattadakal. At the end unwind on the sun-kissed beaches of Goa and enjoy the never ending beach parties that make night brighter than the days.

Elephanta Caves are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a collection of cave temples predominantly dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. They are located on Elephanta Island, or Gharapuri in Mumbai Harbour, 10 kilometres to the east of the city of Mumbai in the Indian state of Mahārāshtra. Trimurti is the most renowned sculpture in mandapa of the Great Cave is Trimurti (Trimurthy) – sculpture with three faces of Shiva. It is located on the south wall of mandapa and is 6.1 m high. Trimurti resembles a Trinity of Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh (Shiva) – royal insignia of Rashtrakutas.

The private tour will begin in Mumbai a city famous as the heart of the Bollywood film industry & the country's financial powerhouse. The heart of the city contains some of the grandest colonial-era architecture on the planet, unique bazaars, hidden temples, hipster enclaves and India’s premier restaurants and nightlife. Fly to Kolkata & witness the culture that fused European philosophies with Indian tradition & discover colonial buildings the British left behind. Then drive to Sundarbans to explore world's largest coastal mangrove forest by cruising in buffer zone. The delta is densely covered by mangrove forests, and is one of the largest reserves for the Bengal tiger. It is also home to a variety of bird, reptile and invertebrate species, including the salt-water crocodile.

The Incredible Tour of India will begin in Mumbai a city famous as the heart of the Bollywood film industry & country's financial powerhouse. Fly to Aurangabad & get up close look at the stunning Ajanta and Ellora Caves two unique UNESCO World Heritage sites dating from between 2nd century BC and 6th century AD. Then fly to Goa & unwind yourself on the renowned endless beaches. Visit intrinsically Hindu collection of temples at Badami, Aihole, Pattadakal & Hampi to see some of India's most intricate historical stone carvings. Next fly to Cochin & witness the unparalleled natural, historical and heritage charm of Kerala while visiting Cochin, Munnar & Thekkady & cruising on backwaters in Alleppey.

It is a tour that gives you a peek into Mumbai's hidden architecture, food and community stories. The guest will get to see a part of Mumbai which is famous but stories that are untold.

Elephanta caves are one of the most Enigmatic, fascinating and Extraordinary heritage sites in India as these caves are surrounded by water on all sides. The peaceful Elephanta island stands in stark contrast to the hectic and noisy Mumbai City. It is a 60 minutes enjoyable boat journey / Ferry ride from the Gateway of India.

6 Days private tour include sightseeing & leisure activities in Mumbai & Goa. Explore Mumbai a densely populated city with landmark monuments built by the British Raj & ancient cave temples. Then fly to Goa a state in western India with coastlines stretching along the Arabian Sea. Known for its beaches, ranging from popular stretches at Baga and Palolem to those in laid-back fishing villages such as Agonda. Private airport transfer, sightseeing with guide, accommodation & monuments entrances are part of your package tour.

Discover the wonders of Mumbai - some of the city's most popular destinations Including excursion to the intricate rock carved temples of Elephanta Caves and Mumbai city highlights like The Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (CST) formerly Victoria Terminus, Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Mandai Market (Crawford Market) earlier named after Arthur Crawford, Marine Drive also known as Queens Necklace, The Hanging Gardens also known as Pherozeshah Mehta Gardens, Mani Bhawan Highlighting Gandhi's life, Dhobi Ghat is a well known open air laundromat in Mumbai and Prince of Wales Museum.

The private tour will begin in Mumbai the commercial capital of India. Explore magnificent monuments of colonial era and Elephanta cave. Thereafter fly to Aurangabad gateway to Ajanta & Ellora Caves. Next fly to Cochin and tour the lush green natural land of Kerala. Here you will explore tea estate, spice plantation, wildlife, backwater. Private transport, local guide in each cities & monuments entrances are part of our package price.

Mumbai to Indore Ancient Caves & Temples Tour will begin with pick up from Mumbai airport. Explore Mumbai India financial powerhouse, dotted with colonial l l era buildings & cave temples. Then head to Nashik a spiritual city with a Jyorirlinga temple & numerous other temple associated with epic Ramayana. Next drive to Aurangabad and explore the archaeological monuments and caves of Ajanta & Ellora two unique UNESCO WHS dating from 2nd century BC to and 11th centuries AD. Continue to Burhanpur which house few magnificent Mughal monuments and an ancient fort. Then visit two jotirlinga temples at Omkareshwar & Ujjain. You will also visit Maheshwar & Mandu the historic cities. Tour will end with drop off at Indore airport.