The great three-headed relief in the main cave at Elephanta

Itinerary · Mumbai, India

Elephanta by ferry

An early ferry from the Gateway to the UNESCO cave temples, and back for a late lunch.

Half a day (not Mondays)

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  1. 8:30

    1Ferries from the Gateway of India

    Colaba·Ferries

    About an hour each way.

  2. 9:30

    2Elephanta Caves

    Elephanta Island·UNESCO World Heritage Site

    Open 9am–5pm, closed Mondays.

  3. 13:30

    3Sea Lounge, The Taj Mahal Palace

    Colaba·Afternoon tea

    Tea over the harbour.

  4. 18:00

    4Harbour Bar, The Taj Mahal Palace

    Colaba·Hotel bar

    A drink at the bar that has served since 1933.

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