Historical & Heritage Tours

Discover the birthplace of America on this 90-minute guided walking tour through the country's most historic area in Philadelphia. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the Independence National Historical Park and more than 20 other historic sites on this 1.25-mile trek, including the National Constitution Center, where the tour begins (and ends), plus Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell Center, Betsy Ross House and Declaration House, and many more. This seasonal tour operates rain or shine, but only during the warmer months of April to November.

Verona is best known as the setting for Shakespeare's play, Romeo and Juliet, but it also has a complex history on par with any Italian city. This tour offers a unique way to learn about the darker sides of Verona's past while taking a guided walk through its historic center. The goal is to make visitors step back in time and learn about the notorious murders, torture stories, family tombs, and beheaded skeletons of one of the world's most romantic towns.

Visit top Dallas highlights on a small-group tour that explores local history, colorful neighborhoods, and the tragic story of President John F. Kennedy's assassination. You'll tick off a long list of highlights, then follow the paths of the Kennedys and John Harvey Oswald, the man accused of killing the president. Group size is limited to 11 people to ensure personal service, with a guide to share Dallas facts and stories throughout the day.

Spend the day visiting Pearl Harbor where you see other WWII monuments, museums, and cemeteries honoring America's war heroes. Avoid the hassles of driving, waiting in line, or missing any key sights with a comprehensive itinerary that insures stops at top locations, priority entrance to sights and convenient round-trip transportation.

Discover Como town's history and architecture during a morning walking tour. As you stroll with a local guide, you'll check out the landmarks that bear testament to the city's reputation as a site of art and culture. Hear the romanesque history behind the churches of San Fedele and Sant'Abbondio, and visit the city walls, which skirt the centro storico.

Combine visits to the Pacific Historic Park, Punchbowl, and downtown Honolulu on this deluxe 9.5-hour tour. Hit all the important historic sites, including the Pacific Aviation Museum, the USS Battleship Missouri, the USS Bowfin, and the USS Arizona Memorial, with skip-the-line tickets and reserved shuttle and movie times. Lunch and round-trip hotel transportation included.

See firsthand how some of Australia's finest natural fiber products are made on a guided tour of the historic Creswick Woollen Mills. Meet and feed resident alpacas, and then follow the journey of yarn, from shearing through processing and weaving into luxurious products prized throughout the country. It's a great way to appreciate Australian-made craftsmanship and makes an easy excursion from Ballarat or Daylesford.

Enjoy a history tour from a unique angle: the seat of a World War II truck. The vehicle sets the scene for many of the places you'll drive past and the stories your guide will tell you. See important wartime sites and get the chance to visit a military museum (extra cost). An ideal tour for history buffs and travelers curious to learn more about Darwin.

Explora la increíble Medina Azahara de Córdoba con un tour de 3 horas en compañía de un guía arqueólogo. Descubre la historia del califato en el palacio y admira los lugares más simbólicos.

Take a look inside the elaborate network of tunnels created by Viet Cong guerrilla fighters during the Vietnam War. Stretching all the way to the Cambodian border, the Cu Chi Tunnels served as a base and included living quarters, meeting rooms, kitchens, weapons and supplies. Learn about the poor conditions underground, see handmade booby traps and consider the tunnels' place in Vietnam's history. This small-group tour includes round-trip transport from Ho Chi Minh City.

Unravel the complicated history of communist Budapest and learn about life in Hungary during the Cold War era on this 3-hour walking tour. Visit the sites of important moments in history from Bem József Square to the People's Stadium; see the Soviet War Memorial on Freedom Square; and stroll down Dozsa György Street.

Explore Pensacola's Civil War history on this guided, 2-hour sightseeing tour. Travel back in time to the days of the Civil War and hear how the town became the most militarized and hotly contested city in Florida. Visit the battle lines and see how events unfolded with maps and music from the era. This tour includes a visit to the top of the Pensacola Lighthouse and Museum, a structure that survived Federal bombardments during the war.

Take advantage of skip-the-line access to the Colosseum in Rome during this 1.5-hour express tour in Rome. Walk past the long lines and through the Gladiator's Entrance, then explore the Arena Floor with your guide.

Matching city landmarks to their significance in modern history can be difficult on a self-led tour. Discover Bucharest's communist history on a private tour led by a local, and hear first-hand accounts of life under the Socialist Republic of Romania as you explore sights such as Revolution Square and the Palace of the Parliament. Choose between a morning or afternoon tour to suit your schedule.

Find relics of Romania's Communist regime on this tour of Bucharest that explores the country's oppressive modern history. Learn about the Communist Party's rise and fall and daily life under the watchful eye of Nicolae Ceaușescu's government. See buildings that remain from this dark period, including the supersized Palace of the Parliament, an old Communist canteen, and the headquarters of the state-sponsored TV station.

Explore Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site and take a Third Reich walking tour of Munich on this full-day, small-group tour. Visit Dachau, the first Nazi concentration camp in Germany during the Holocaust. Learn how it served as a model for all the other camps that followed it and listen to the heart-wrenching stories of Dachau's many prisoners. Then, return to Munich to see sites associated with Adolf Hitler and the Nazi Party, and gain insight into this dark period of Munich's past. This tour includes transport and the services of a guide.

Take the opportunity to explore Ancient Rome with this special private kid-friendly tour!Your private kid-friendly guide Donato will allow you to discover both the Colosseum and Saint Clement from a special perspective: Donato is not just a top-rated guide, he is also an expert archaeologist who will make sure you have an amazing experience!The tour will start at the Colosseum, and your skip-the line tickets mean you won't have to wait in long queues.Then you will discover the lesser-known jewel of Saint Clement's Church, a four-layered venue where you can explore different underground levels in a journey back through the centuries.Your private guide will engage you and your kids with tailored activities and games, and he will use visual tools and techniques to show you how the sites looked in the past.Don't miss the chance to travel back in time and have a great experience with our tour!

Set off from Beijing to see the historical village of Cuandixia and Tanzhe Temple on this private 9-hour tour. First go to the village and explore the area that dates back to the Ming dynasty. Then, make your way to the Western Hills to see the Tanzhe Temple, which is one of the city's oldest temples.

Realize the true impact of the Byzantine Empire on Turkey during this 3-hour guided history of Constantinople tour in Istanbul. Step back in time almost 1700 years and discover how Istanbul's famous religious architecture and monuments took shape during this age of Christianity. Explore prime examples such as the Holy Virgin at the Church of St Mary of Blachernae, the Walls of Constantinople, and the ruins of Blachernae Palace. The legacy created by the Byzantine empire is uncovered on this tour.

Discover the architecture and history of Cordoba on a 2-hour walking tour of the Historic Centre, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Take in landmarks such as the Roman Bridge, the Jewish Quarter, and the Mosque-Cathedral (Mezquita), and benefit from your guide's commentary about the sites and the different cultures that have shaped southern Spain.