Mumbai 800 Year Worli Village: Talking Goddess, Old Fort & more Discount Tickets

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Overview

Situated in an area populated by state-of-the art architectural wonders and towering sky-scrapers, exists the picturesque Worli Fishing Village. The eight-hundred-year-old village is an important part of the 7 villages that form the island city of Mumbai and is a quintessential settlement of the original Inhabitants of Mumbai – the fishermen community. A walk through the Worli Village will transport you to a place that has several interesting stories about people, legends, folklores and superstitions to offer. Surprisingly, nothing has changed since the time of the first settlement of the fishermen here – Be it the way they make their nets, catch their fish, do their business, their beliefs or the age-old traditions. So join us to know more about the original inhabitants of Mumbai- the Kolis, and learn Mumbai's transformative story, of how it went from being a set of humble seven islands to a bustling megapolis.

Pickup Information

1) The driver will be at the hotel 5 mins before the start of the tour. 2) Start time of the tour for North Mumbai hotels will vary. 3) If you are staying at the ship at the Mumbai International Cruise Terminal and need a pick-up from outside the ship, there we be additional cost of Rs 1000/- per person. This amount is to be paid in cash to the guide or the driver at the start of the tour.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Worli Fort
Lost in the pages of history, this British watch tower still stands tall as it overlooks the beautiful Arabian Sea. Over its 350 year existence, this fort has scene pirate attacks, sea wars and has also served as a garrison. From the fort, you get to see the architectural masterpiece – Bandra Worli Sea Link on one side, and the birds-eye view of the vintage village on the other.
Duration: 20 mins
2. Nipponzan Myohoji Budha Temple
Following the Nicherin branch of Buddhism, this fifty year old temple has a beautiful Buddha statue – A rarity in Mumbai. People come here to worship not only the idol, but also the lion-hearted resident Monk.
Duration: 20 mins
3. Worli Koliwada Vailankanni Cross
Starting the walk with the temple of the talking Goddess, we go ahead into the market that transports you to the land of stories. What ‘s fascinating is that nothing has changed since the time of the first settlement – Be it the way they make their nets, catch their fish, do their business, their beliefs, the custom or age-old traditions.
Duration: 40 mins

Inclusion

Bottled water

Private tour

All Fees and Taxes

Driver

Refreshments

Professional Guide

Local taxes

Transport by private vehicle

Exclusion

Gratuities

Additional cost of transport for pick up from Mumbai Suburban hotels

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Please carry a hat

Please carry sunscreen

Special Note: Comfortable walking shoes are a must

Children below 9 years of age can do the tour free of cost

Please note, no other car other than an Innova can enter the village. It is to maintain the peaceful existence of the people inside, since the road is not navigable.

We do not conduct this tour on the day of the Mumbai Marathon

The sequence of the tour is at the discretion of No Footprints and its guide on-ground

The tour can be cancelled based on the discretion of No Footprints. The guests will be informed in advance of the same

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

Supplied by No Footprints

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