Tours and Excursions in Mumbai

There are several options for sightseeing in Mumbai - the following are some good options:

1. The Government of India's tourism department ITDC has an office next to Churchgate station, where you can walk in and ask for a guide for the day. The charges are something like US$20-25 for the guide. You need to arrange your own car.

2. Mumbai Magic Tours - these are personalised tours of Mumbai's must-see places. Several offbeat as well as standard tour options are available, with car, driver, guide, handouts, etc. Guides are knowledgeable and experienced. www.mumbaimagic.com

3. Bombay Heritage Walks - if you want a walking tour of Mumbai's heritage district, try these guys. They have an in-depth appreciation of Mumbai's architecture and the history of its buildings. www.bombayheritagewalks.com

4. Go by yourself! Get a map of Mumbai, read up about it, and take a taxi. Here's a recommended itinerary for the day:
http://www.tripadvisor.com/GoListDetail-i8250-A_woman_s_view_of_Mumbai.html

5. You can also visit Art galleries, Museums. Theatre and Dance is also quite vibrant in Mumbai and you must visit some of plays. NCPA in south Mumbai is one of the best theatres and a must in your itenerary. A complete event guide can be found at the following sites www.timeoutmumbai.net and www.kyakare.com

6. Be the local- Our Local Student based tour organization would like to welcome you to a tour in Dharavi, world most populated slum. www.bethelocaltoursandtravels.com