Elephanta Caves: Private Half-Day Tour from Mumbai Tour with Meeting Point at Gateway of India
ID: GYG388226-702913
Category:
Country: India
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Discover the ancient culture, architecture, and stories surrounding the unmissable UNESCO site, the Elephanta Caves, with a local guide.
Start the day with an optional pickup from your hotel or meet your guide at the Gateway of India. First take the ferry to Elephanta Caves, which is a must-see destination for history buffs or archaeology aficionados.
After an hour-long ferry ride, climb 120 steps to the plateau where these caves can be entered. Dive into the history behind the artifacts and structures found in seven major excavation sites. Enter the hall, a masterpiece of 6th-century architecture which is supported by huge pillars.
Explore 3 caves and learn interesting facts about India's religious history. Each cave is has a unique feature: one is a large Hindu Cave, the other is a Buddhist cave, and the final cave is dedicated to the God Shiva, with an immense, three-headed Shiva sculpture.
After the Elephanta Caves, you'll go back to Mumbai by ferry. If you've opted for the accommodation option, you will be dropped back off at your specified address.
Highlights
- Visit to the Elephanta Caves, a must-see UNESCO site
- Learn about the 7 cave excavations at Elephanta, all carved from solid basalt rock
- Discover the Buddhist and Hindu temples built into the caves
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour is not operational during Monsoon season on rainy days.
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
The guide will wait for you at the entrance of Pizza Express, right in front of the Gateway of India with a GetYourGuide sign.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
