Ivory Trails

Pagoda with meditation and yoga sessions

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Pagoda with meditation and yoga sessions


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Pagoda with meditation and yoga sessions


Tour Info

Highlights

Ferry Ride

All Entrances & Fees

Certified Trainer

Government Licensed Guide

Pickup & Drop Facility

Private AC Car / Coach

Yoga & Meditation Session

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.

Step away from Mumbai’s urban chaos into a sanctuary of silence and spiritual beauty with the Pagoda Tour by Ivory Trails. Located near Gorai Creek, the Global Vipassana Pagoda is a stunning monument dedicated to peace, meditation, and the teachings of the Buddha. This half-day experience is perfect for travelers seeking reflection, architectural grandeur, and cultural insight.

What to Expect:

  • Ferry Ride Across the Creek
    Begin your journey with a scenic ferry ride from Gorai Jetty to the Pagoda site. Enjoy views of Mumbai’s lesser-known coastline and mangroves along the way.

  • Guided Tour of the Pagoda Complex
    Marvel at the world’s largest stone dome built without supporting pillars, inspired by ancient Burmese architecture. Your guide will share stories behind the construction, symbolism, and vision of the monument.

  • Introduction to Vipassana Meditation
    Learn about Vipassana, the ancient Indian meditation technique revived by S.N. Goenka. Understand the philosophy and why silence and self-observation are central to the practice.

  • Peaceful Walk and Museum Visit
    Walk around the serene campus, visit the Museum of Vipassana, and take in teachings from Buddha’s life displayed through detailed dioramas and quotes.

  • Time for Reflection
    Take a quiet moment to sit and absorb the calm atmosphere, or light an offering lamp as a gesture of peace and gratitude.

  • Personalised Yoga & Meditation Session
    Join a calming session designed just for you, with easy yoga poses, mindful breathing, and soothing meditation in a serene setting.
  • Transportation
  • Water
  • Entrances
  • Parking and Toll
  • Guide Costs
  • Interactions
  • Certified Trainer
  • Wear comfortable shoes and clothes
  • 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.