Private tour in Mumbai Priya P

Understanding Mumbai (Private Tour in an AC Toyota Innova) | A Deep Dive into the 'Maximum City'

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Priya P.

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Hi, I'm Priya! I've lived in and loved Mumbai all of my life. I appreciate good food, a good book, animals, music, dancing, and loads of other stuff. I love travelling, and have been around quite a bit. . . seen India from corner-to-corner. I've lived in Sweden for a few months in Spring/Summer 2016 and been to parts of the US, UK, Canada, Australia, France, Italy, Germany, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Estonia, Hungary, the Czech Republic, Egypt, the UAE, Kenya, South Africa, Mauritius, Singapore, Japan, Malaysia, Thailand, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, The Philippines and China. I've worked as a lifestyle journalist for 25+ years, including an eight-year stint with the Times of India, India's leading English-language daily. I was also the Editor of two parenting magazines for seven years and later headed a successful digital publication dedicated to travel and food, before I pursued my career in freelance writing (which I currently do). But, I still have enough time, energy and enthusiasm to help visitors to Mumbai find their groove. I would love to show you around my city! ABOUT MY TOURS Take one of my tours if you want to feel the REAL flavour of the city or get to a know a particular Mumbai neighbourhood. Think of me as a friend who will take you around her fave places, share a lot of interesting anecdotes and give you the lowdown on local haunts and habits. I can guide you on where to eat, shop, find a clean loo. . . basically everything you need to know to say that you really 'know' Mumbai! * A decade of serving up a slice of the real Mumbai to international guests. * 25+ years as a lifestyle journalist, I know my city and its people even better than the back of my hand. * Having extensively interviewed India's top historians, film actors, business tycoons, designers, chefs, doctors and individuals from many other walks of life, I will give you a unique perspective that few other people can! *As one of the leading writers on food and travel in Mumbai, I will lead you to the best culinary experiences, be it curated fine-dining or popular street eats. I don't do slum tours (on principle) or visits to the Elephanta island and caves (as these are meant to be conducted ONLY by guides certified by the Archaeologicsl Survey of india - ASI).

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Overview of your Mumbai tour

How many tourists get a chance to experience Mumbai with a journalist who has been reporting on the city for more than 25 years? If there's one definitive tour of Mumbai that you should do, this is it! You won't just be seeing the sights but also getting a glimpse of the past and a slice of the present as I pepper my conversation with stories about the people and places that make the city what it is. I'll be taking you to a lot of diverse and interesting areas of South and Central Mumbai, covering the touristy 'must-dos' as well as some spots that are more off the beaten track, helping you to really get to know the city and its ways.

Recent Reviews

Nicholas P.United States
February 2026

Seeing Mumbai with our guide Priya was a great experience. Priya had a really good grasp of the city's history, the sights and showed us many wonderful points of interest. We were able to visit Gandhi's house and museum, shop some small antique stores, view a beautiful train station, walked the boardwalk by the water and more. Priya also took us to a beautiful restaurant where we enjoyed delicious high-end Indian foods and cocktails. We loved everything about our tour and recommend it to anyone visiting Mumbai, especially if you want to get acquainted with it. The driver also did a great job keeping us safe. Thank you to Priya, our most special guide.

Eric H.United States
January 2026

Hard to imagine a better guide to Mumbai than Priya. She is simply outstanding! We spent two informative and fun days touring Mumbai with her in comfort by air-conditioned car with her excellent driver, stopping to explore areas on foot. It was like having a most knowledgeable best friend show you her home town! We visited multiple neighborhoods, cultural and historic areas. She took us to two delightful, interesting lunch spots which we wouldn’t have found on our own, and guided the food ordering to our wishes. She filled us in on Mumbai history and Indian cultural, religious and class complexities. She addressed our many questions about Indian politics, culture and psychology. We did a lot! but she had a relaxing paces and it didn’t feel overwhelming. Priya is terrific fun, interesting and very well organized. Hard to imagine a better guide. We recommend her unreservedly.

Barbara H.United States
December 2025

Priya was so delightful and fun to be with. I’m afraid we didn’t utilize her knowledge of Mumbai as much as we could have but we did appreciate her knowledge of where to shop! Next time we come to Mumbai we’ll have Priya show us more of this interesting city.

Jo-Ann D.United States
June 2025

We had a wonderful day in Mumbai with Priya. She spent time in advance wanting to understand what our interests were and what we wanted to see in Mumbai, and then she customized the tour to our liking. For example, my daughter is interested in contemporary art, so we stopped at an art gallery to see their latest installation, which was an added treat! I can guarantee that you will enjoy your day with Priya!

Thomas S.United States
March 2025

We had spent a month in India with Mumbai as our last stop. We had only a day and wanted to experience as much of Mumbai as possible. We had no set 'must see' itinerary in mind and wanted someone to help us experience and savor the city . Priya was a joy! Well beyond the normal tourist stops, she immersed us into the complex and fascinating history of Mumbai and its reflection as the modern cosmopolitan city it is. we walked 15th century neighborhoods , learned the influence of all the peoples of Mumbai from Portuguese to English, Muslim, Hindu, Jain and Parsis , saw the posh and the no so posh living together, and even some Bollywood history and architecture ( who knew Mumbai had so many art deco buildings), She even taught us how to eat the famous Mumbai street food ! We greatly recommend seeing and savoring the masala that is Mumbai with Priya .

Jeffery H.United States
March 2025

Priya was an awesome tour guide! Extremely knowledgeable about Mumbai, super friendly and very happy to customize the tour that my wife and I wanted. We had a great day, top marks all around!

Your Mumbai tour itinerary

This tour will give you a detailed insight into Mumbai. Through the day, you will see the following buildings/places and several others: ● British colonial areas and landmarks such as the Gateway of India and the CST (erstwhile Victoria Terminus) Train Station and the BMC building ● Historically significant places such as Mani Bhawan (Mahatma Gandhi museum) ● Quintessentially Mumbai spots such as The open-air laundry (Dhobhi ghat), and Marine Drive ● Interesting neighbourhoods such as the Kala Ghoda Art & Heritage Precinct ● Unique aspects of Mumbai and its people

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv

I use only Toyota Innovas, as they are clean, modern, air-conditioned, with sufficient legroom and space for people of height and girth and good ground clearance to give you a smooth ride.

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation With Driver
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Entrance charges for museums, if any, are extra. Insurance of any kind is not included in the tour price.
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Meeting location

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

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Tour categories
City Highlights
History
Art And Culture
Architecture
Off The Beaten Path
Tour reference number
101289
Languages
English
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

5.0

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This private tour in Mumbai is perfect for travellers who want to explore the city with a local expert. Priya P., a journalist with over 25 years of experience reporting on Mumbai, offers a unique perspective on the city's history and culture. It's ideal for those interested in both the popular tourist spots and hidden gems, providing a comprehensive understanding of Mumbai's diverse areas.

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