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Elephanta Island Tour

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Namaste, My name is Shailendra Pandey. I am a big Liverpool Fan and a Crazy Cricket Lover. . . I am a Commerce Graduate from Mumbai University, and a freelance local tour guide in Mumbai, India. I've been in the tour guide field for the past 8 years, and I also have experience of more than 1000+ tours within Mumbai. I became a tour guide because I like meeting new people, making friends, and most of all I love my city, and like to share and show Mumbai to other people who are also interested and do not know much about it. I love my job, and I am very lucky to be working in this profession. Let me tell you something about my City Mumbai. . . Mumbai (formerly called Bombay) is a densely populated city on India's west coast. A financial center, it's India's largest city. On the Mumbai Harbour waterfront stands the iconic Gateway of India stone arch, built by the British Raj in 1924. Offshore, nearby Elephanta Island holds ancient cave temples dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. The city's also famous as the heart of the Bollywood film industry. Mumbai also have many name like, City of Dream, City Never Sleeps, City of Bollywood, City of History and City of Love. . These are just some of the interesting facts about Mumbai. If you want to know more, do book your tour with me, and give me a chance to tell you more about my City Mumbai. . . I've been in the tour guide field for the past 8 years, and I also have experience of more than 1000+ tours within Mumbai. My previous experience, my love towards my City and my friendly Nature makes me energetic and knowledgeable... • I am not a driver. I can accompany you in your vehicle or I can arrange for a separate car and driver.

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Overview of your Mumbai tour

The Elephanta Caves are a great tourist attraction in the vicinity of the large Mumbai meteropolis. The Elephanta island is located 10 km away from the Gateway of India at Mumbai. These caves house rock cut temples dating back to the 5th century CE. The Elephanta island was so named by the Portuguese, after the statue of an elephant near the landing area of the island. These rock cut temples dedicated to Shiva Mahadeva are rich in sculptural content. . .

Your Mumbai tour itinerary

You will be picked up from your hotel or pickup point and taken to the Gateway of India in Mumbai. From here, cruise by ferry to reach the Elephanta Caves. On your arrival at the island you will proceed to the Elephanta Caves, which contain a collection of rock art linked to the sect of Shiva. At Elephanta, Indian art found one of its most perfect expressions, particularly in the huge and high reliefs of the main cave. There are 7 cave excavations in the Elephanta group, all craved from solid basalt rock and dating from approximately the 6th through 7th-Centuries A. D. Among the cave excavations, Cave 1 is the most impressive, representing a superb example of evolved Brahmanical rock-cut architecture. . . Later back to Mumbai via Ferry & Drop back to hotel for Relaxation. . .

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv

Aircon Car & Ferry

What's included
Other: • Ferry Charges
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Caves Entrance fees and Parsonal Expenses
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Airport, Cruise Port or Guest Hotel in Mumbai

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Tour categories
Architecture
Religious Sites
History
Art And Culture
Tour reference number
408019
Languages
English
Hindi
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
4.6

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This private tour is perfect for travellers interested in exploring historical and cultural sites, particularly those dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. It's also suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly, and for those who prefer a moderate level of activity. Additionally, cruise ship passengers can enjoy this tour as a shore excursion.

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