Overview
Lucknow is the capital of Uttar Pradesh in North India. It is a historically important city and for centuries was at the heart of the North Indian culture. It is also famed throughout India for its elaborate cuisine and exquisite shadow work embroidery.
On your tour, you will learn about the fascinating history and culture of this city and enjoy an included lunch at a local restaurant.
Highlights
• La Martiniere
• Lucknow Residency
• Asafi Imambara
• Clock Tower
• Lunch at a local restaurant
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
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What's included
02 bottles of mineral water.
Snacks
Pick up / drop off within Lucknow city center.
Exclusive Guide to be with you all through the tour.
Private air-conditioned vehicle
Walking Bag that will contain a bottled water (1lt), a few refreshments etc.
Lunch at local restaurant (Beverage Excluded)
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
Good to know
Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
What to expect
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La Martiniere College
3 hours
You will be picked up from your hotel at 10:00 AM within the Lucknow city center. You will have an exclusive private guided city tour in an air conditioned vehicle. Lucknow is known for its history, culture and cuisine. The city has British Raj era buildings and two mausoleums. This capital of Uttar Pradesh is sometimes overlooked by travelers but it offers plenty of sights to visit and is famed throughout India for its food.
Visit the prestigious boarding school, La Martiniere. This was built by Frenchman Claude Martin as his palatial home.
You will also visit the Lucknow Residency. The gardens and ruins offer a glimpse into the beginning of the end for the British Raj. The Residency was the site of the dramatic events of the First War of Independence (Indian Uprising) in 1857. You can visit the museum and cemetery.
See the tombs of Nawab Sadat Ali Khan and his wife. The architecture is an example of Indo-Syrian style. -
Bara Imambara
1 hour
One of the well known sites of Lucknow is the Asafi Imambara. It was built in 1775 by Nawab Asaf-ud-Daula. At the time a famine broke out in the city. It is said that the people would not accept alms so the Nawab began the construction of this Imambara Complex to provide employment to his people. The complex has a hall. a mosque, gardens and a step well. Also you can find a labyrinth to the left of the central hall. It leads to a network of narrow passageways that wind their way inside the upper floors of the structure and lead out to rooftop balconies.
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Rumi Darwaza
2 hours
The Rumi Darwaza is said to be a copy of an entrance gate in Istanbul. You will have a photo stop at the 220 foot tall red brick Clock Tower. It is said to be the tallest in India, built in 1880 in memory of Sir George Couper.
This tour includes lunch at a local restaurant. At the conclusion of the tour, you will be driven back to your hotel in Lucknow.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Kolkata).
Additional Information
- Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Private Guided Tour of Lucknow with Lunch
Can I cancel Private Guided Tour of Lucknow with Lunch for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 6 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- 02 bottles of mineral water.
- Snacks
- Pick up / drop off within Lucknow city center.
- Exclusive Guide to be with you all through the tour.
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Walking Bag that will contain a bottled water (1lt), a few refreshments etc.
- Lunch at local restaurant (Beverage Excluded)
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Which places does it visit?
It visits La Martiniere College, Bara Imambara, Rumi Darwaza.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by SITA World Tours
