4 h

Private

Instant confirmation

About this activity

At approximately 9am, a private vehicle will pick you up from your hotel for your short drive to La Martiniere.

Begin your walk of this iconic complex to discover the hidden treasures. An expert will take you around the history and architectural legacy of the prestigious school of India. With declining French influence, Frenchman Claude Martin started working with the East India Company and built this castle as his palatial home. He later bequeathed a large part of his fortune to build educational institutes.

Today, walk around this legendary structure, renowned as an emblem of French inheritance in Lucknow. Soak up the exciting stories about how Claude Martin, a Frenchman rose to prominence as an employee of a British establishment, while serving the then Nawab of Awadh or Oudh. Learn about many interesting facts about the school, how it became one of the most prestigious institutes of the country.

To end your visit, enjoy tea and snacks at the school’s cafeteria. After this experience of approximately two hours, you will be dropped back off to your city hotel.

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Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional art historian guide
Private transport by air-conditioned vehicle
Afternoon refreshments
Entry/Admission - La Martiniere College

Not included

Gratuities
Lunch

Additional

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Minimum age is 15 years
A maximum of 8 people per booking
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund

Features

Tourism

95%

Cultural

75%

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