Historical & Heritage Tours

Explore the highlights of the UNESCO-listed Buda Castle District in Budapest on this small-group walking tour. With an historian guide, stroll around cobbled Castle Hill, Budapest's oldest quarter, as you learn about its occupation by different nations and invaders down the centuries. Visit the Castle complex and Matthias Church; admire baroque and Gothic townhouses and churches; and enjoy panoramic views from the Fisherman's Bastion. Morning and afternoon departures available, with entrance fees at own expense.

Enjoy the personal attention of a private guide on this 3-hour tour of the Borghese Gallery. View masterpieces by Caravaggio, Raphael, Bernini and much more.

Explore Rome's Borghese Gallery with an art historian guide to make the most of your visit. With expert commentary about the artists on display, such as Caravaggio, Bernini, Titian and other Italian masters, you'll be able to fully appreciate the paintings and sculptures. After your tour, make sure to stroll through the tranquil gardens outside and enjoy a view of the city. Note: Your entrance fee to the gallery is not included.

If you love the pomp and theater of Britain's royal family, check off two regal residences with not even a thought of left-side driving on this convenient guided coach tour. Start by exploring Buckingham Palace's magnificent 19th-century staterooms, including the throne room. Then travel to Windsor, enjoy a 2-course lunch at the Harte and Garter Hotel, and tour Windsor Castle, including the chapel where Harry married Meghan.

Follow the legacy of Jewish life in Bucharest on this insightful walking heritage tour. See the city's former Jewish neighborhoods and most important spiritual landmarks while learning about the history of Romanian Jews, from medieval times through World War II and the Communist era. See synagogues both forgotten and restored to splendor, including the beautiful Choral Temple.

Get a comprehensive tour of Nassau's most important historical landmarks during this 90-minute excursion. Visit Pompey Square, the Government House, the British Colonial Hilton Fort Nassau, among other highlights. End up at Junkanoo Beach, where you can continue exploring on your own. Souvenir map and bottled water included.

The Frank Gehry-designed Guggenheim Museum features on most Bilbao sightseeing itineraries, but often only gets an exterior look. This tour lets you give this world-famous building and its contents the attention they deserve, with a guided exterior and interior tour. Admire the curved-steel facade, tour the outdoor artworks and interior art highlights, and take advantage of the included day-long admission to explore the permanent and rotating exhibitions independently.

Learn about the history of Budapest in the second half of the 20th century on this private 3-hour walking tour around the Erzs ebetváros and Józsefváros districts. With a guide, you'll visit locations related to the city's Jewish community and Communist rule.

Discover Rome's beautiful Baroque treasures on this small-group evening walking tour that takes you to famous 17th-century landmarks like the Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, and Piazza Navona. Learn about the architects and artistry that defined the Baroque period from an expert guide, and delve into the city's ancient history, too, with a visit inside the magnificent Pantheon.

Discover how 40 years of Communist rule rocked Romania on this half-day political heritage tour of Bucharest. Learn about the lofty ambitions and violent 1989 downfall of the country’s Communist government while visiting its most important remnants, like Revolution Square, the House of the Free Press and the burial place of former dictator Ceausescu. For the ultimate glimpse into the excesses of the regime, take a guided tour of the astounding Parliament Palace. 

Banska Stiavnica is a Slovak city which you can find on the list of UNESCO. And there is a reason why it is the part of the list- Banska Stiavnica is situated 2,5 hour from Bratislava but it offers unbelievable experience of history, open air mining museum and mint. Leap through time and experience medieval Slovakia.

This highlights of Ephesus tour gives you the opportunity to explore the capital city of the Romans in the Asia Province. Remarkable ruins and historical site attract millions of people every year. It is time to discover the Ancient City of Ephesus, House of Mother Mary and Temple of Artemis.It is going to be an experience that you will never forget.

Explore two of Northern Portugal's oldest cities - Braga and Guimaraes - on this full-day tour from Porto. Discover the spiritual heritage of Braga, visit the magnificent Braga Cathedral, and enjoy a lunch of traditional Portuguese cuisine at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, continue to Guimaraes, where highlights include the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza and Guimaraes Castle.

Maximize your time in Budapest on a customizable 4-hour private driving tour.  After pickup from your hotel, join your private guide on a historical sightseeing tour across the entire city. You'll enjoy the major points of interest from the comfort of a private car.  Get a closer look at St. Stephen Basilica, the Royal Castle District, and more on foot as your guide narrates. The tour conveniently concludes at your hotel.

Immerse yourself in communist-era history while exploring Memento Park in the company of a small group (15 people or fewer) and an historian guide. Spend a half-day learning about the rise and fall of communism in Budapest; a small group size means you'll have plenty of time to ask questions about the era.

Discover world-class art and stunning gardens on a 3-hour tour of the Borghese Gallery and estate, set in a breathtaking park at the heart of Rome. See master works by Bernini, Caravaggio, Raphael and Titian while exploring twenty rooms with sumptuous d ecor and design. Get a glimpse of Roman aristocratic life as you tour the sprawling home, then head outside to visit the gardens, where cool fountains, statues and an island temple are a haven from the noise and and congestion of the city.

Recall the days of communist Budapest from 1949 to 1989 on this private walking tour. With your own historian guide, set off to discover sites associated with Hungary's socialist rule, sometimes called 'goulash communism.' Learn about daily life during the period, why Hungary was dubbed the 'happiest Soviet barrack,' and see monuments and buildings still resonant with the oppression of the time. Choice of morning or afternoon departure, with public transport fares at own expense.

Boyana Church is a medieval Bulgarian Orthodox church situated in the Boyana village, near Sofia. The monument is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. This site is one of the most completely and perfectly preserved monuments of east European medieval art. The frescoes in the church, painted in 1259, make it one of the most important collections of medieval paintings.

Learn about the history of Bilbao and taste traditional pintxos (snacks) during this small-group walking tour. A local guide shares stories about the great palaces of the Gran Via and the development of Bilbao as you stroll through local streets. Visit traditional bars for a dose of culture.

Appreciating Bucharest's Jewish heritage can be difficult on a self-led tour. Explore the city's significant Jewish landmarks, such as the Holy Union Temple, State Jewish Theater, and the Great Synagogue, while benefiting from insights provided by a local guide. Discover the influence Romanian-Jewish inhabitants have had on the city's culture and architecture, and keep energized with a complimentary refreshment during your excursion.