Ivory Trails

Culinary Journey with Lunch

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Fanstastic assortment of organic vegetables at a stall in Crawford Market, Mumbai, India.Fanstastic assortment of organic vegetables at a stall in Crawford Market, Mumbai, India.

Culinary Journey with Lunch


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Fanstastic assortment of organic vegetables at a stall in Crawford Market, Mumbai, India.Fanstastic assortment of organic vegetables at a stall in Crawford Market, Mumbai, India.

Culinary Journey with Lunch


Tour Info

Highlights

Home Cooking Session

Vegetable Market

Lunch

Government Licensed Guide

All Entrances & Fees

Private AC Car / Coach

Guide

Pickup & Drop Services

Schedule

08:00 AM Pickup from Hotel / Designated Point
Begin your journey with a comfortable AC vehicle and a friendly local guide.
08:30 AM – Gateway of India & Taj Mahal Palace Hotel
Explore Mumbai’s iconic colonial-era arch and admire the grandeur of the historic Taj Hotel.
09:00 AM – Marine Drive & Nariman Point
Drive along the “Queen’s Necklace” and soak in the coastal breeze and skyline views.
09:30 AM – Mani Bhavan (Gandhi Museum)
Visit the peaceful residence-turned-museum where Mahatma Gandhi stayed during his visits to Mumbai.
10:00 AM – Dhobi Ghat (Open-Air Laundry)
Witness the world’s largest open-air laundry—a fascinating slice of Mumbai’s working-class culture.
10:30 AM – Haji Ali Dargah (Drive Past / Quick Stop)
Get a glimpse of the sea-bound mosque and tomb, a spiritual landmark of the city.
11:00 AM – CST Station (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Admire the architecture of the historic Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus from the outside.
11:30 AM – Shopping/Leisure Stop (Optional)
Quick visit to a local market for souvenirs or refreshments.
12:00 PM – Drop Off at Hotel / Starting Point
End the tour with great memories and local stories to cherish.

Discover Mumbai through its rich and diverse flavors on this Culinary Journey Tour. Led by an expert guide, this tour takes you beyond restaurants to experience the city’s food culture at its roots. Begin at a bustling local vegetable market, where you’ll see colorful produce, fragrant spices, and the daily rhythm of shoppers and vendors. Your guide will help you identify key ingredients used in traditional dishes, sharing stories about their significance and use.

Next, step into the welcoming home of a local host for an authentic home cooking session. Roll up your sleeves and learn to prepare popular Mumbai dishes — from fluffy chapatis and spicy curries to tangy chutneys. You’ll gain insight into age-old techniques, family recipes, and the importance of food in Mumbai’s social fabric.

Finally, sit down with your host and enjoy the lunch you’ve helped create — a delicious, heartwarming meal that reflects the city’s vibrant culinary heritage.

This tour offers not just tastes, but meaningful connections and memories of Mumbai’s true flavors.

What to Expect

🍅 Vegetable Market Visit
Explore a lively local market filled with fresh produce, herbs, and spices. See how locals shop and discover key ingredients of Mumbai’s cuisine.

🍳 Interactive Home Cooking Session
Join a local family in their kitchen. Learn hands-on how to prepare classic Mumbai dishes, guided step-by-step by your host.

🍛 Authentic Home-Cooked Lunch
Enjoy the dishes you helped cook — served with warm hospitality in a traditional setting.

👩‍🍳 Cultural Insights
Hear stories about the role of food in daily life, festivals, and family traditions in Mumbai.

Ivory Trails’ Culinary Journey Tour is a delicious way to explore Mumbai — with your heart, hands, and taste buds.

  • Transportation 
  • Water
  • Entrances
  • Parking and Toll
  • Guide Costs
  • Interactions
  • The taxes are currently at 5%.

  • The taxes might be subject to change.

  • We work on a 100% advance payment before the tour.

  • The Start and End timing can be changed based on discretion and traffic situations.