Mother of Cities to me,

For I was born in her gate,

Between the palms and the sea,

Where the world-end steamers wait.


Rudyard Kipling on Mumbai (Bombay)
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Why tour with us?

Raconteur Walks Mumbai is without doubt the foremost tours company in Mumbai. The research that has gone into making Raconteur Walks Mumbai a reality has spanned over a year and a half and has covered over 110 books, 150 journals, magazines and periodicals and countless number of websites – we are thorough in what we do. Our extremely well trained guides speak immaculate English and are carefully handpicked based on their personal attributes and qualities –Language and formality will never be a problem if you tour with us. We restrict our group sizes to a maximum of 10 guests per group. This enables us to give each and every one of our guest’s personal attention and ensures that everyone can easily hear the narration and can understand what’s being said. Thereby we ensure that we provide the best value for your money – The quality of our tour and the smiles on our guest’s faces are what is most important to us. We want our guests to live breathe and feel the real Mumbai. Be it a historic tour or a cultural one we try our best to recreate the actual environment that relates to the tour – We don’t just take you for a tour; we take you on an experience which allows you to really LIVE THE CITY!

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What our guests have to say

"Excellent tour of Malabar Hill learnt so much about Mumbai even though I’ve
grown up here. Would recommend this for locals and tourists! Thanks a lot Viraat"

-Trishla S, India

"Raconteur Walks Mumbai is a very friendly and fantastically knowledgeable tour company which has
shown me the hidden gems of Mumbai I would have never even thought of going to on my own.
I would definitely recommend to all who arevisiting Mumbai and hope to bring friends and family for walks in the future. "

-Rishi Pancholi, UK

"I’ve had the pleasure in taking ‘The Apollo Gate and Front Bay’
street walking tour in the ‘Fort’ area of Mumbai.
Viraat and his team are fountains of knowledge that
the Lonely Planet guide can never match.
He organises a very professional tour and makes
sure you stay safe the entire time. He is fully recommended"

-Vinh Dao, North America

Had amazing 3 days in Mumbai with Raconteur Walks.Highly recommended.
They are flexible and adapt the private tour to your needs and interests. Always on time and flexible.

-Gabrysia G, Switzerland

Stunning Interiors, tour was very informative

-N'drew- N, China

I had a great experience on the Bandra walking tour.
Karishma was an amazing guide - I learned so much
about Mumbai, both about places that are on the tourist
trail and others that I never would have known
to visitif I hadn't been on the tour. Highly recommended
for anyone who's interested in the history and
cultures of the city!

-alexseattle, Washington

a different side of Mumbai

-hopelands, South Africa

I recently did a few hours walking tour with a guide called Karishma, through the streets of Bandra.
Karishma was wonderful. Very knowledgable and great company. The walk took us through a few
back streets, quiet verdant alleys, along the bandra coastline and in a couple of food stops. i thoroughly recommend
Bandra. Its a world apart from the usual madness of Mumbai. Also check out Birdsong Cafe, Taj Mahal tea
rooms and the Good Luck parsi cafe. The walk given by Karishma seemed to focus on the many churches and
touches on thehistory of the Portuguese and then British occupation. Shel also pointed out a couple of houses
owned by boillywood starts Salman Khanan and Shahruk Khan.

-Julian F, UAE

Brilliant: This remarkable city is lucky to be so
well served by Raconteur Walks.

-Wise_Alfonse, Japan

I rate this company highly. Communication for
booking was excellent and my guide for the
walk was a intelligent highly educated and
friendly university student full of interesting
information about the area. I really enjoyed
the walk and the complimentary water and energy
bar provided. I thought the gift of postcard pack of
historical photographs was a nice touch

-Rowena B, Australia

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We have collaborated with prestigious corporate clients, including YES Bank, ICICI Prudential, The Boston Consulting Group, Deutsche Bank, Axis Bank, and JPMorgan Chase. Our tours are carefully tailored to offer unique team-building experiences and deep cultural insights for corporate groups.

Yes, we offer customized and private tours to suit your preferences. Whether you want a bespoke heritage walk, a private Bollywood experience, or a tailored corporate outing, contact our team to create a personalized itinerary.

Our tours are designed for everyone, from first-time visitors to Mumbai to seasoned travelers seeking unique experiences. We cater to individuals, families, corporate groups, and international tourists interested in exploring Mumbai’s history, culture, and hidden gems.

Tour durations vary based on the experience:

  • Short tours, like the Dabbawala Experience, last 30–45 minutes.
  • Most walking tours, such as the Bandra Heritage Tour or Malabar Hill Tour, take 2–3 hours.
  • Full-day tours, like the Bollywood Experience or City Tour, last 7–8 hours.
  • Specialty tours, such as the Cloud Bashing Flying Tour, range from 30 minutes to 1.5 hours.

Raconteur Tours stands out due to:

  • Expert Guides: Led by knowledgeable professionals passionate about Mumbai’s history and culture.

  • Unique Experiences: From the Dabbawala Experience to Mallakhamba Yoga, we offer tours you won’t find elsewhere.

  • Trusted Partnerships: Recognized as a Trusted Partner by the Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation and awarded multiple Certificates of Excellence in 2015.

  • Focus on Quality: Our mission is to provide reliable, high-quality, organized tourism experiences.

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