Mumbai: Elephanta Caves Tour with Cruise Group
ID: GYG823450-1308726
Category:
Country: India
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Discover the Elephanta Caves on a guided tour from the Gateway of India. Learn about the Hindu God Lord Shiva and see statues dating back to the 4th-5th century BC.
Discover the Elephanta Caves on a guided tour from the International Cruise Terminal in Mumbai. Explore the rock-cut temples and see the exquisite stone sculptures of Hindu gods and goddesses.
Meet your guide at the International Cruise Terminal and board a chauffeur-driven, air-conditioned vehicle. Drive to the Gateway of India and board a boat to Elephanta Island.
Admire the rock-cut temples dating back to the 5th century. The Elephanta Island has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987 to preserve the artwork.
Climb the 120 steps to the caves. If you do not wish to climb, there are porter chairs available for a small cost at the start of the tour.
Explore the collection of shrines, courtyards, inner cells, great halls, and porticoes arranged in the magnificent symmetry of Indian rock-cut architecture. See the exquisite stone sculptures of Hindu gods and goddesses.
After your tour, return to the Gateway of India by boat and drive back to the International Cruise Terminal.
Highlights
- Discover the Elephanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on a guided tour
- Explore the rock-cut temples,
- Enjoy a scenic boat ride to Elephanta Island from the Gateway of India
- Benefit from the convenience of a chauffeur-driven vehicle
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
There are about 120 steps to climb
Porter chairs available for a small cost for those who do not wish to climb
Recommended to stay in South Mumbai (Colaba/Fort) for convenience
Can combine this tour with other tours offered by the same provider for a comprehensive Mumbai experience
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 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 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.
