Other Special Experiences & Tours
(Indicative List)
We also offer a variety of other experiences and tours, which are listed below. Please note that some of these are scheduled for specific dates, while others run during particular months or are available throughout the year. Our team of experts would also be delighted to create unique and exclusive tours tailored to your interests, covering a wide range of topics and events. Please don’t hesitate to contact us to discuss these customised options.
Walter Burley Griffin Tour
Did you know that Walter Burley Griffin, the architect renowned for designing Australia’s capital city, Canberra, spent a significant part of his life in Lucknow? He even contributed to the city’s architectural landscape before his passing in early 1937, and he is buried here. At Tornos, we offer a unique tour that delves into Walter Burley Griffin’s connection with Lucknow. This special itinerary includes visits to the buildings and locations that bear his influence, offering a glimpse into his work in the city. The tour also includes a visit to his restored grave. This is an opportunity to explore a lesser-known aspect of Lucknow’s history and discover the legacy of a significant architect.
Ramadan Night & Chaand Raat (Eid Moon Night) Tour
(2026 : 18Feb-19Mar ; 2027 : 8Feb-9Mar ; 2028 : 28Jan-26Feb ; 2029 : 16Jan-14Feb ; 2030 : 6Jan-4Feb)
During the auspicious month of Ramadan, Tornos offers unique culinary experiences with our special night food tours and early morning food walks. We guide guests through vibrant areas that truly come alive after midnight. Witness the transformation of Chowk, Aminabad, and Nazirabad. These localities, typically quiet by 9pm, burst with energy in the late hours. The excitement peaks on ‘Chand-Raat’, the eve of Eid-ul-Fitr, when Lucknow stays awake in joyful anticipation of the holiday. From bustling food stalls to lively garment shops, and from footwear stores to tiny button kiosks, the entire city teems with activity. Shoppers eagerly engage in last-minute preparations to make their Eid celebrations truly special.
Eid-ul-Fitr Experience
(2026: 20Mar ; 2027: 10Mar ; 2028: 27 Feb ; 2029: 15Feb ; 2030: 5Feb)
After a month of fasting, we invite you to witness the much-awaited celebration of Eid-ul-Fitr, a day filled with joyous feasting. Today, dining tables are adorned with essential ritualistic dishes, symbolizing the spirit of the festival. Following the special morning prayers, friends and families come together, and hosts graciously offer a festive array of dishes to their visiting guests. We would take you to a local family in Lucknow, where you can experience firsthand the beautiful celebrations and traditions of Eid-ul-Fitr. Join us as we partake a delicious Eid-ul-Fitr feast with the family and immerse ourselves in the festive atmosphere of Lucknow.
Mango Sojourn
(Mango harvest month June-July)
Just a short 40 km journey from Lucknow lies Malihabad, famously known as the mango belt of the region. This countryside produces a truly unique variety of mango called ‘Dushehri’, which flourishes in the specific climatic conditions found only around Lucknow. We invite you to immerse yourself in this distinctive mango culture, where mangoes are deeply ingrained in the local way of life. Picture yourself in the heart of the mango orchards, surrounded by the sweet scent of ripening fruit. You’ll have the opportunity to sit under the shade of the mango trees, perhaps relaxing on a traditional jute cot, and savour the exquisite taste of freshly picked Dushehri mangoes, naturally cooled in a bucket of water. This is a chance to experience the authentic mango lifestyle of Lucknow’s countryside.
Eid-ul-Adha Experience
(2026: 27May ; 2027: 17May ; 2028: 5May ; 2029: 24Apr ; 2030 14Apr)
Festival of the Sacrifice, also known as Bakri-Eid. This significant occasion, the holier of the two Eids, involves the symbolic sacrifice of a goat or lamb as an act of devotion. Following the morning prayers and the sacrifice, the day unfolds with joyful get-togethers and delicious feasts. Bakri-Eid is also known for its unique and rare dishes prepared specifically as part of the festive ritual. We plan to spend the day at a local family home, where you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the celebrations. You’ll be able to meet family members and visiting guests, accompany us on visits to relatives, and, of course, enjoy a wonderful festive lunch with us.
*Dates subject to change as per moon sighting – only by one or two days, plus or minus.