A Day with the Dabbawalas

Duration: 4hrs (excluding travel and traffic time)
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Meeting point
Rizvi College
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Private Tour This tour pays an ode to the spirited Dabbawalas (tiffin men) and their contribution to the city of Mumbai. Walk with these 6 Sigma workers, and pick up a Mumbai tiffin box.

Highlights

  • Meet the 6-Sigma workers of Mumbai.
  • Insight into the best delivery system in the world.
  • Local Train Ride with exclusive access to a special compartment.
  • Shadow the people who were studied by Harvard and FedEx.

USP

Listed among the Best Tours in the world by Wall Street Journal

Ideal for

Frequent travellers, Adventure seekers, People interested in large scale supply operations

Itinerary
1

Dabbawala International Experience Center

2

Bandra Railway Station

3

Churchgate Railway Staion

How about immersing yourself in the vibrant world of Mumbai’s famed Dabbawalas for a day? This unique tour pays tribute to the spirited Dabbawalas and their invaluable contribution to the city. Begin your day with an engaging talk by the spokesperson of the Dabbawala Association (only for 20 people and above, otherwise, our expert guides take this conversation) where you’ll delve into the fascinating intricacies of this iconic tiffin service that has thrived for over 130 years.

Following the talk at a pre-booked conference venue (exclusively available for groups of 20 or more), we’ll head straight to the Dabbawala Association’s Headquarters in Dadar. Here you’ll personally sort the tiffins or dabbas, experiencing the process firsthand.

Next, brace yourself for a journey on the local trains, where you’ll have the opportunity to interact with the dedicated tiffin men along the way.

At 12:30 PM, after the activity concludes, we’ll enjoy a scrumptious lunch at a renowned restaurant serving authentic vegetarian local cuisine, with a delightful Gujarati Thali as the highlight.

What's included
  • Refreshments
  • Interactions
  • Guide(s) Fees
  • Transport Cost (if Transport Chosen)
  • Lunch
  • Donation to Dabbawalas
  • Train Tickets

Add-ons

If you have a group larger than 20, feel free to get in touch for pricing details of the Dabbawala Talk.
Please note that the talk and presentation with the representative of the Dabbawala Association can only be arranged for a group of 20 or more participants.
If you want to do a Dabbawala-style lunch, get in touch with us.

Physical activity

Moderate

Points to be noted
  • Comfortable shoes are a must.
  • If the guests have any allergies, please let us know.
  • Billing is based on the number of guests booked, not actual attendance (if the number is lower), and any changes must be communicated at least 24 hours prior to the tour as all experience components are pre-booked on confirmed pax.
Cancellation policy
  • If the tour is cancelled within 7 days of the commencement of the tour: we will charge a 100% cancellation fee.
  • If the tour is cancelled within 8 to 14 days of the commencement of the tour: we will charge a 50% cancellation fee.
  • If the tour is cancelled 15 days before the commencement of the tour: there will be no retention.

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