Excursion Mumbai at dawn tour at Bombay

Awaken to a burst of colour, spiritual calm and the splendid sights of Mumbai during this half-day, early-morning sightseeing excursion.

Flower Market

Depart the pier for the early-morning drive to a local flower market, whilst the roads of Mumbai are peaceful and quiet. Upon arrival, see a cavalcade of fresh, colourful flowers, and hear the cacophony of sellers and buyers. This temporary market comes alive as early as 4 a.m., and disappears by 9 a.m. Flowers are everywhere; orange and red marigolds heaped on tarpaulins and sold by weight, white champa in tiny baskets and sold by the number, and delicately-wrapped pink lotuses in broad leaves to be offered to the gods. During your visit, pick a garland to be offered by you at the next stop, one of the ISKCON temples or the Hara Rama Hare Krishna Temple.

ISKCON or Hara Rama Krisna Temple

Dedicated to Lord Krishna, the world-renowned ISKCON temples represent a tribute to Srila Parabhupada's perseverance to spread the Krishna consciousness. ISKCON is comprised of more than 400 temples worldwide, 40 rural communities and over 100 vegetarian restaurants. It also conducts special projects throughout the world, such as 'Food for Life', the only free vegetarian relief program in the world. After attending an early-morning prayer ceremony, re-board your coach and continue on to the Sassoon Docks.

Sassoon Docks, Fish Market, Taj Mahal Palace Hotel and Breakfast

The Sassoon Docks are among the oldest docks in Mumbai, and another local sight best-seen during the early hours of the day. Built on reclaimed land by David Sassoon and completed in 1905, the docks now play host to local fishing fleets, along with one of Mumbai's largest and most famous fish markets. Observe a sea of people, heaps of fish and shellfish, local fishermen bringing in their catches, and the local fisherwomen vying to sell and auction them. Leaving the Sassoon Docks, re-board your coach and proceed for breakfast at the iconic Taj Mahal Palace Hotel. After breakfast, re-board your coach and commence the short drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Mumbai, Flower Market, ISKCON Temple, Prayer Ceremony, Sassoon Docks, Fish Market, Taj Mahal Palace Hotel, Breakfast

Note

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking for approximately 0.5 miles (about 0.8 kilometres), at times over uneven and slippery surfaces, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach, six steps at the Taj Mahal Hotel and 20 steps at the ISCKON Temple. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes and sun protection are recommended. Please dress conservatively when going ashore. Proper attire is required to enter the temples; shorts and bare shoulders are not permitted. As a rule, women should not wear anything remotely revealing (miniskirts, shorts, capris, beachwear, and sleeveless or low-cut tops), and men should always wear a shirt and trousers in public. Shoes must be removed prior to entering the temples. Wear a thick pair of socks, as the pavement may be hot. Roads at the flower market are muddy and dirty; guests should wear shoes accordingly. Guests must be at least 12 years old to participate on this tour. Coaches and guides are the best-available in the area, but may not be up to the standards of those found on other excursions. Flash photography is prohibited inside the temples. Space on this tour is very limited; we suggest you book in advance to avoid disappointment.