What to do and see in Lucknow District, Uttar Pradesh: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours

Agra is just a 3.5 hrs to 4 hrs drive from Lucknow through an express-way which is considered as the most superior and safest highways in India. Agra is the most convenient drive from Lucknow. On this day trip to Agra one can see Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, enjoy some snacks in the car or opt for lunch in Agra. Drive back to Lucknow in the late afternoon/evening, reaching back by late dinner. Most friendly drivers and the guide in Agra make this trip a great experience.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Bottled water, Light refreshments, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Snacks

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Lunch

Feel the experience of Luxury in this Rajasthan Agra and Varanasi Art & Craft Tour. A special crafted tour for art and culture lovers. Our tour include not only the touristic attractions but also what nobody else offers like the local culture, Walks, Handicrafts work of different destinations, Street Food, By night tours and offbeat on the road attractions. Our Tour will start from Delhi and then you will fly to Udaipur, the lake city of India also known as Venice of east. Jodhpur, the blue city. Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan and the pink city. Agra, city of love and Tajmahal. Lucknow, the city of Nawabs, a less known but must visit city and Finally you will reach the Varanasi, the oldest city of world. Tour Package include the hotels, all transports and transfers except flights, Professional City Guides, Family lunches at Agra & Jaipur, 2 Water Bottles each day, Free Wifi and many more.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, 2 Bottles of Water per person per day

Exclusions: Gratuities, International Flights, Visa and Insurance, Anything Not mentioned in program and in inclusions

An 8 hour tour of all major attractions of Lucknow. You will be picked from your hotel in an AC car and will be taken to all major attractions of Lucknow. At the end of the tour you will be dropped back to your Hotel. The attractions covered include Bara Imambara, Chota Imambara, Rumi Darwaja, Husianabad Clock Tower, The Residency and many other attractions. In between you can have lunch at famous kabab shops of Lucknow.

Inclusions: AC Car (for 8 hours), One bottle of mineral water, Guidebook

Exclusions: Tickets for monuments, Guide inside the monuments, Anything not covered in inclusions

During the mid 18th century, with the Mughals at Delhi in decline, Lucknow gained prominence as the brightest star on the Indian cultural firmament – its rise fueled by the immense wealth of the Avadh and the matching extravagance of its Nawabs! This walk takes you through some of Old Lucknow’s most stupendous buildings, reveling in the stories of their makers. A short Tonga ride (horse-drawn carriage) will take you into the heart of this epicenter of culture. We explore across its bustling medieval markets, tasting sumptuous delicacies of its refined cuisine and interact with the carriers of the city’s suave mannerisms, whose friendly vibes will make you fall in love with this romantic city.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Private transportation

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Lucknow is not just any other city, but a chapter that folds and unfolds itself each time one visits this epicenter of culture. We have exclusively designed a Heritage Walk for you, taking you into the lanes and by-lanes of Chowk, exploring the unexplored and explaining how vast a history, this city of superlatives holds. They say each building in the old city has an anecdote and a gamut of tales connected to it, our expert Heritage Guides take you into the bygone era of this city that is a world unto itself. This walking tour helps you discover and rediscover this city and every time you visit it you will stumble upon a new piece of history. Heritage Walk is our endeavour of sharing our discoveries and knowledge that make Lucknow look so new and fresh every time.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Bottled water, Light refreshments, Professional guide

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off. This can be arranged at an extra cost.

A castle that could never be used to live, is a French imprint in Lucknow and narrates a story of how a Frenchman, Claude Martin rose to become Maj General in the British East India Company. This magnificent architecture stands on the banks of river Gomti and has absolutely no equal in India. Believe it or not, this is a school that received many honours, including ‘The Battle Honours’ for the defence of Residency in 1857. We would explore La Martiniere on this curated tour and we would get a chance to enjoy tea and snacks at the school canteen or a specially arranged session at the school. On this very exclusive tour – ‘La Martiniere Decoded’, we take you on a walk through the campus of La Martiniere, visit the hidden corners to understand not only its history, but also to understand the education and administrative systems followed by the school. Decode La Martiniere with us !

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Bottled water, Light refreshments, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Snacks

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

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. Highlights • La Martiniere • Lucknow Residency  • Asafi Imambara • Clock Tower

Inclusions: An air-conditioned car/coach (seat-in-car/coach basis), Tour Guide throughout the tour., Hotel pick up / drop off within Lucknow city center., 02 bottles of mineral water., Walking Bag that would contain a bottled water (1lt), a few refreshments etc

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified., Entrances at the monuments

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

Inclusions: Private air-conditioned vehicle, Exclusive Guide to be with you all through the tour., Lunch at local restaurant (Beverage Excluded), Pick up / drop off within Lucknow city center., 02 bottles of mineral water., Walking Bag that will contain a bottled water (1lt), a few refreshments etc., Snacks

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified

This is a 3 hour curated walking tour of the Lucknow Residency.  The gardens and ruins offer a glimpse into the beginning of the end for the British Rule. Your guide will explain the history and dramatic events of 1857-58 and the Siege of Lucknow.  Choice of a 10:30 AM or 2:30 PM tour. Highlights:-   • The Residency • History of the Siege of Lucknow • Curated Walking Tour • Mutiny Specialist Guide

Inclusions: Private Air conditioned Vehicle., Pick up / drop within Lucknow city center., Wet-tissues, exclusive notes, map,, Light refreshments during the tour., Mutiny related reference material shown on tour., 02 bottles of mineral water.

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified.

The center story in this excursion is one of the largest shopping malls in India. Its history goes back to the early 19th century and the Victorian era, when India was the crown jewel in the British colonial empire. You will take a guided walk and learn about the unique history of Hazratgunge(Hazratganj) market. Highlights:-  • Hazratganj Market History • Tea session • Glitzy Shops

Inclusions: Private Air conditioned Vehicle, Pick up / drop off within city center, Wet-tissues, exclusive notes, map, Services of a heritage walk leader/guide, Seated afternoon tea session, 02 bottles of mineral water

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified.