Mosques and Dargahs of Mumbai Half-Day Tour

  • Starting price : 35
  • Duration : 1 Day
  • Start city : Delhi 
Overview

Pick up Location:City's hotels only

Pick up 9:30 AM

Explore the dargahs and mosques of Mumbai during this half-day tour geared toward a deeper understanding of Islam. Learn about the dargahs, or shrines built over the graves of revered religious leaders, such as the Haji Ali Dargah Shariff. Listen to your guide's enlightening narrative about the role of Islam in Mumbai and finish up with a stroll down one of the city's most popular shopping streets. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

 

Highlights
  • Half-day tour focused on the dargahs and mosques of Mumbai
  • Learn about Islamic traditions in this bustling Indian city
  • Round-trip hotel transport
Itinerary

Day 1: Mosques and Dargahs of Mumbai Half-Day Tour

At 9:30 a.m., after breakfast at hotel, meet your guide and together drive towards the Haji Ali Dargah where your tour starts. Visit Haji Ali Dargah an 18th century mosque housing the tomb of Saint Pir Haji Ali Shah Bukhari. The dargah is situated in an islet, 500 meters off the coast of Worli in the southern part of Mumbai. Legend has it that, Haji Ali was a rich businessman who gave up his worldly life to become a saint. The shrine was built in 1431 AD, stands as a beautiful example of Indo-Islamic architecture.

After Haji Ali Dargah, drive to The Saint Ma Hajiani Dargah, a place of worship for women, located nearby to the Haji Ali Dargah. Next, drive straight to Makhdoom Shah Dargah located at Mahim. This dargah was built in honour of Muslim saint Makhdoom Ali Mahimi who lived from 1372 to 1431 A.D. The Dargah Sharif is the only dargah in Mumbai to have more than one dome, it has five domes.

Next, drive straight to Makhdoom Shah Dargah located at Mahim. This dargah was built in honour of Muslim saint Makhdoom Ali Mahimi who lived from 1372 to 1431 A.D. The Dargah Sharif is the only dargah in Mumbai to have more than one dome, it has five domes.

Post dargah trips, you will drive straight to Bandra Linking Road where you will get an hour of free time for shopping. Bandra is a famous shopping haven in Mumbai where you will find fusion of both modern and traditional fashion. The street stalls are lined with variety of stuff including clothes, shoes, bags, belts and a lot more. Before buying anything, it’s advisable to have a good look of the market. Bargain smart and hard to get stuff in it’s half the quoted price, as is the case often seen in street side markets. At around 1:30 p.m., your tour ends and drop-off at the hotel.

 

Inclusions
  • English-speaking guide
  • Transport to/from all site locations by air-conditioned vehicle\
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Mineral water
Exclusions
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements 
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate


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Duration : 1 Day
Starting price : 35 Per Person
Route : Delhi Delhi
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