Four-day itinerary for Mumbai

1. Day 1: Gateway of India
   Not applicable (Starting Point)

   In the morning, visit the iconic Gateway of India. This 26-meter high archway was constructed in 1924 to commemorate the visit of King George V. Take a boat ride to the Elephanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site, located on the Elephanta Island. There are seven cave excavations on the island, with the main cave being dedicated to Lord Shiva. Explore the caves' unique architecture and sculptures. In the evening, visit the Colaba Causeway for some shopping and street food.

2. Day 2: Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (CST) and Marine Drive
   30 minutes (6.7 miles) from Gateway of India

   In the morning, visit the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (CST), a UNESCO World Heritage site. This railway station, formerly known as Victoria Terminus, is an example of Victorian Gothic Revival architecture in India. Then head to Crawford Market, one of Mumbai's oldest markets, for some shopping and street food. In the afternoon, take a walk along the scenic Marine Drive, also known as the Queen's Necklace, which is a 3.6 km-long promenade along the coast of the Arabian Sea. In the evening, visit the iconic Haji Ali Dargah, a mosque located on an islet off the coast of Worli.

3. Day 3: Siddhivinayak Temple and Bollywood Tour
   50 minutes (8.2 miles) from CST

   In the morning, visit the Siddhivinayak Temple, one of Mumbai's most famous temples dedicated to Lord Ganesha. This temple is known for granting wishes to its devotees. In the afternoon, take a Bollywood tour to explore the Hindi film industry, which is based in Mumbai. Visit a studio and watch a live shoot, meet Bollywood stars and dance to Bollywood tunes. In the evening, visit Bandra Bandstand for a beautiful sunset view.

4. Day 4: Sanjay Gandhi National Park and Juhu Beach
   1 hour 20 minutes (21.4 miles) from Siddhivinayak Temple

   In the morning, take a trip to Sanjay Gandhi National Park, the largest park in Mumbai. Go on a safari to see wildlife like tigers, leopards, and deer. Afternoon, visit the Juhu Beach, one of Mumbai's most popular beaches. Relax on the beach, try some street food, and enjoy the sunset. In the evening, visit the ISKCON Temple, dedicated to Lord Krishna.

Recommendations

Don't miss visiting the iconic Taj Mahal Palace Hotel and the Mahalaxmi Dhobi Ghat, the world's largest outdoor laundry. Take a day trip to the ancient Kanheri Caves located in the Sanjay Gandhi National Park. You can also take a ferry ride to the nearby islands of Alibaug and Mandwa for a relaxing getaway.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Gateway of India (2 hours, free)
• Elephanta Caves (3 hours, INR 1500)
• Colaba Causeway (2 hours, INR 500)
• Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (1 hour, free)
• Crawford Market (2 hours, INR 500)
• Marine Drive (2 hours, free)
• Haji Ali Dargah (2 hours, free)
• Siddhivinayak Temple (1 hour, free)
• Bollywood Tour (5 hours, INR 3000)
• Juhu Beach (2 hours, free)
• Sanjay Gandhi National Park (5 hours, INR 2000)
• ISKCON Temple (1 hour, free)
• Total Estimated Costs: INR 7500