Lucknow Full Day Tour
Overview
Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh, is renowned as the City of Nawabs for its rich Mughal heritage, grand architecture, and refined culture. Known for its Imambaras, Rumi Darwaza, and Chikan embroidery, the city blends history with modernity while offering iconic Awadhi cuisine like kebabs and biryani.
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What's Included
✓ Included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle throughout the tour.
- 01 Litre Mineral water bottle per person.
- Professional English-speaking guide throughout the tour.
- All applicable taxes included.
- Pick-up and drop-off: Lucknow City Hotels Only.
✗ Not Included
- Tips and gratuities are optional, based on guest discretion and service satisfaction.
- Entrance fee for the monuments is charged directly at the site.
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Morning pick up from Lucknow city hotel and drive to visit following monuments: Bara Imambara is a grand 18th-century architectural marvel built by Nawab Asaf-ud-Daula, famous for its massive arched hall and the mysterious Bhool Bhulaiya (maze).
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Stop 2
Chotta Imambara built by Nawab Muhammad Ali Shah in 1838, is an ornate monument known for its stunning chandeliers, silver throne, and the golden dome that glows during festivals.
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Stop 3
Rumi Darwaza built in 1784 by Nawab Asaf-ud-Daula, is a 60-foot-high Mughal gateway, often called the Turkish Gate, symbolizing Lucknow's architectural grandeur.
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Stop 4
British Raj Residency (Closed on Mondays) is a historic complex of ruins that served as a key stronghold during the 1857 First War of Independence, now preserved as a memorial.
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Stop 5
Picture Gallery (Closed Mondays) showcases life-size oil portraits of Awadhi Nawabs, offering a glimpse into the royal heritage and artistry of the 18th and 19th centuries.
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Stop 6
Clock Tower built in 1881, stands as India's tallest clock tower at 221 feet, featuring Victorian-Gothic architecture and a massive 14-foot-long pendulum.
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Stop 7
Chhatar Manzil once the palace of Awadhi Nawabs, is known for its unique Indo-European architecture and distinctive umbrella-shaped dome overlooking the Gomti River.
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Stop 8
Moti Mahal (Closed Sundays) also known as the Palace of Pearls, was built by Nawab Saadat Ali Khan and served as a royal residence, offering stunning views of the Gomti River and its gardens.
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Stop 9
National Botanical Garden (Closed Sundays) is a lush green space dedicated to the conservation of rare and endangered plant species, featuring serene lakes, themed gardens, and a butterfly park.
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Stop 10
La Martiniere College (Drive Pass) established in 1845, is a historic institution known for its stunning Indo-European architecture, centered on the grand Constantia building, and its colonial legacy. Later drop back to your pickup location.
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Good to Know
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The entrance fees mentioned are approximate, as per government norms, and are subject to change in the future.
- If pickup from outside City / Airport / Railway Station, then it will inccur an additional cost, which will be pay directly.