Mumbai · DABBAWALA TOURS
16 tours
Five thousand dabbawalas move two hundred thousand hot lunches across Mumbai every working day using coloured code marks and the suburban railway, and the handover outside Churchgate happens on the minute. These 15 tours put you at the right platform at the right time, with the timings, the walking and the price for each.
Mumbai in 3 to 4.5 hours via train with a local guide, exploring Dharavi, Dhobi Ghat laundry, and the Dabbawallas lunchbox system.
“The tour was great. We would highly recommend it and would do it again anytime.”
Private Mumbai tour with a guide: dabbawallas at Churchgate, Gateway and Dhobi Ghat sights, then a Dharavi walk. Snacks and water included.
“A great tour. Mr. Nisar’s a professional. He introduced the historical sites and scenery along the way with great passion. Took me inside working areas in Dharavi and explained in detail. It touched my heart in many ways. Some places are not regular tour guide would take you to. A plus. highly recommended.”
Mumbai in 3 hours: a guided walk through Dharavi, inside Dhobi Ghat laundry, and a Churchgate dabbawalla lunchbox ride.
“It was terrible experience overall. It was wrong from beginning starting from pick up to end. I didn’t get a chance to participate in whole trip but even in partial trip, I was disappointed and didn’t expect this terrible. I and other foreign touriRead more”
A small-group Dharavi walk, Mahalaxmi Dhobi Ghat laundry visit, and dabbawala stop, plus a local train ride in Mumbai.
“This was one of the best tours I did in India. Rakesh is an excellent guide. He is knowledgeable and fun. The laundry tour was really fascinating and gave a real insight into its operation. The same with the Dabbawallas. Seeing how industrious people are in Dharavi was an eye opener. It was just a great tour.”
A private 2-day Mumbai tour pairing dabbawallah lunchbox runs, Dharavi and Dhobi Ghat, plus Elephanta Caves and village, with transfers.
“Sahil was an outstanding tour guide! We saw so much in a short period of time. His details about the history, the city and the culture was incredible. The tour of the slums was so detailed and Sahil was able to share his personal experiences frRead more”
Small-group Mumbai tour of dabbawalas, Dhobi Ghat laundry, and Dharavi. Learn daily routines, see real work, and get local-guided insight.
“We had an absolutely wonderful experience with Subhan as our tour guide today. From the moment we met, he made us feel welcomed and at ease. His knowledge of the area was impressive, and he shared fascinating stories and insights Read more”
Ride Mumbai by train, bus, and taxi with a guide, then see Dhobi Ghat, Chor Bazaar, and dabbawallas at lunch. Transport fares included.
“This trip set us up virtually straight off the plane to enjoy moving around using public transport with ease and confidence. Great guides. Excellent value.”
Private Mumbai city and slum tour with hotel pickup, Dharavi walk, Dhobi Ghat laundry, and key landmarks.
“This tour was a great experience to see the basic Mumbai tourist spots before venturing out on your own. Lawrence was the perfect guide - friendly, talkative and knowledgeable. He allowed for flexibility on the tour and pointed out a good lunch spot and another for purchasing souvenirs. I highly recommend him!”
Private Mumbai day tour with a local guide, lunch, Dhobi Ghat laundry, Dharavi slum walk, dabbawallas, and Bollywood studio time.
“Great guide - knowledgeable-friendly- gave a good overview of Mumbai- driver was great as well. Indian food stop & Bollywood we’re highlights.”
See Mumbai’s dabbawallas, Dhobi Ghat, and Dharavi recycling on a private half-day tour with transport, guide, and bottled water.
“Excellent in depth tour of the three areas of Mumbai very knowledgeable and friendly guide called Sajid Would highly recommend”
Private Mumbai tour with Dharavi and Dhobi Ghat plus South Mumbai icons, guided by Siddhi. Pickup, mobile ticket, 6 to 7 hours.
“There aren’t enough stars available to accurately reflect the private tour we had today with Siddhi of Namaste. Prior to the booking, communication via email and WhatsApp was excellent, confirming the booking and giving full details of meRead more”
Join a 3.5-hour Mumbai tour of **Dharavi**, **Dhobi Ghat**, and the **dabbawala** lunch system for $17, with local guide and transport.
“Jay was excellent and the tour was pretty awesome and we covered indepth and through out the tour he was helpful and guiding all the way. He was knowlegable and know his job well.”
Mumbai by train, bus, taxi and markets, plus dabbawallah lunchbox delivery in action. Small-group guided tour, 3.5 hours.
“This is by far the best the best tour I've been to throughout India. I really got to see and get a taste of Mumbai. My guide was very knowledgeable and was able to give me in-depth information, spoke English very well. My only regret is that I didn't get to book more tours with them.”
See Mumbai dabbawalas and Dhobis at Churchgate and Dhobi Ghat, with hotel pickup, guide, train tickets, and a 3-hour morning.
“Tour didn’t feel like private at all. Minimum attention to client, minimum info given, not one word spoken in 50 minutes of driving. Not worth paying 170$ for 20 minutes of unwanted took: this is temple; that is mosque; l don’t know.... do not waste your time and money, look for the better company”
Private Mumbai tour with Churchgate train ride, dabbawalas and dhobi ghat, Gandhi Museum, and top landmarks, plus drinks and pickup.
“A great way to discover the city in one day. I only had a day to sight see and this was a good introduction.”
