Overview
On this 3 hour tour, you will witness the remarkable work done by Mumbai's dabbawalas and Dhobis, and learn about these fascinating people from an expert guide. The word "dabbawala" can be interpreted as "box-carrier" or "lunch-pail man", and is a person in Mumbai who carries and delivers freshly made food from home to people in offices.
These workers have achieved 100% accuracy and their methods have been studied internationally. Dhobis are Mumbai's traditional laundrymen who have developed a fascinating system for washing their customers' clothes.
With this experience, you will see how two interesting groups of people earn their living in one of world’s most populous cities, and you will learn something about Mumbai that is beyond the experience of many travelers.
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- Free cancellation up to 6 days before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Train Tickets for Churchgate to Mahalaxmi Train Station.
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
Good to know
• Dress code is smart casual
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• The Tour will not operate on Saturdays, Sundays and any Public Holidays.
What to expect
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Churchgate Railway Station
30 min
Churchgate Railway Station, the starting point ofourtour. Here, you will see the dabbawalas disembarking the dabbas in their wooden carts from the local train. Watch these dabbawalas segregate the boxes and transfer them in trolleys for delivery. Don’t stop here as you will be escorted towards the platform to board the local train to Mahalaxmi Station.
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Dhobi Ghat
40 min
Moving ahead, you proceed to the open air laundry area firmly known as Dhobi Ghat. A unique feature of Mumbai apart from the rest of the world, a Dhobi is a traditional laundryman who collects your dirty linen, washes them in an open area andthen returns them neatly pressed to your doorstep. The massive area where the laundry is done is called a "Ghat". The clothes are soaked in sudsy water, thrashed on the flogging stones, then tossed into huge vats and hung out to dry. The process is non-stop and more than two hundred Dhobis and their families work together in what has always been a hereditary occupation. After your time here, you will be dropped back to your hotel.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 6 full days before the start time: 100% refund.
Cancel between 2 and 6 days before the start time: 50% refund.
Cancel within 2 days of the start time: 0% refund.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Kolkata).
Additional Information
- Dress code is smart casual
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Morning Life of Mumbai's Dabbawalas and Dhobis Tour
How long does Morning Life of Mumbai's Dabbawalas and Dhobis Tour take?
It takes about 3 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Train Tickets for Churchgate to Mahalaxmi Train Station.
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
Which places does it visit?
It visits Churchgate Railway Station, Dhobi Ghat.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by GeTS Holidays
