Literary, Art & Music Tours

Get out of the historical center for a little while and discover another side of Rome: the city's striking and dazzling modern architecture. See recent works by famed architects such as Zaha Hadid and Renzo Piano, among others, while cruising around in a comfortable car with your guide on this unconventional tour.

Get a fun, irreverent experience of Washington DC's National Gallery of Art on a 2-hour 'museum hack' tour with an amazing guide. Spot the highlights of the museum's world-class collection, but keep it high energy and subversive to beat museum fatigue and art overload. This is an unconventional tour of the National Gallery of Art and is not recommended for participants under 18.

Enjoy a taste of Xi'an's rich cultural life and history on this private day trip around the city. Start your day with a guided tour around the famous Terracotta Warriors; you won't have to fight for your questions to get answered with your private guide accompanying you around these expansive archaeological pits. Afterward, visit Tang Bo Art Museum, home to a remarkable collection of Shaanxi paintings and folk art, and try to master the traditional Chinese art of calligraphy in an on-site calligraphy class.

Skip the line to see Michelangelo's 'David' on this 1-hour tour through the Accademia Gallery in Florence. Accompanied by an expert guide, head straight inside the world-famous museum with your priority access ticket and learn about the impressive collection of artwork inside. Witness Michelangelo's masterpiece and hear about its fascinating history from your guide. You'll also have the chance to check out the artist's unfinished 'Prigioni', as well as works by Renaissance greats like Lippi and Botticelli.

Work with a guide to create a completely personalized art tour of Miami's Wynwood neighborhood, which is known for its eclectic collection of art from graffiti to galleries. This private tour can accommodate three to 15 guests and is ideal for art buyers, corporate teams, or private parties.

The Vatican Museums are among the most visited museums in the world and they often have queues to match. This 2.5-hour small-group express tour offers early access to the Vatican before the crowds arrive, so you can take in highlights such as the Hall of Tapestries and the Gallery of Maps; marvel at the Sistine Chapel; and enjoy skip-the-line entrance to St.Peter's Basilica.

Dive into the Rome of Dan Brown's bestselling novel on this 'Angels and Demons' tour. Inspired by the book, the tour takes you on a journey through the Eternal City as you search for messages from the secret society known as the Illuminati. Along the way, admire Rome's beautiful art and attractions like St Peter's Square, Piazza Navona and Castel Sant'Angelo. This walking tour is limited to 25 people.

See the colorful art that's hidden throughout Rio de Janeiro on a half-day walking tour of the Gloria neighborhood, Praça Mauá, Olympic Boulevard, and Pedra do Sal, using the metro to explore the city. You'll see a massive mosaic, landmark architecture, murals, Olympic art, and an area that overflows with samba and choro music. Walking through Rio with a local, art-loving guide means you'll learn the stories behind each place you see, and the group size is limited to 12 people for a fun, flexible experience.

Indulge your senses with two of Seville's most famous exports on the 3-hour art and tapas tour. First, explore the Seville Museum of Fine Arts (Museo de Bella Artes) and learn about its Renaissance and baroque masterpieces from your guide's insightful commentary. Then, move on to a popular tapas bar, where you'll savor two types of local specialties as you discuss the city's art and culinary scenes.

Get a glimpse into the local street art scene in Rio de Janeiro during this 4-hour arts and culture tour. Follow your local guide around the city, stopping to view popular works of art in unlikely places like a tunnel, a schoolyard and on the sides of buildings. Admire graffiti projects, murals and hit up a gallery/microbrewery in Leblon. Learn about the local arts scene and the cultural impact it has on the city through your guide's informative, engaging commentary. Snacks and transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle are included.

Get a renegade take on New York City's Metropolitan Museum of Art with an exciting 2-hour art tour through the Met's weirdest, most wonderful and scandalous displays. Enjoy exclusive skip-the-line access, then follow your guide through the museum's sprawling galleries to hear insider secrets about infamous artists and their creations. Make your museum visit a fun adventure with games, selfies and surprises as you experience the Met on your own terms.This is an unconventional tour of the Met. Not recommended for participants under 16 years old.

Avoid the long lines at the Uffizi Gallery in Florence with this skip-the-line ticket and 1.5-hour tour. Led by an expert art guide, you'll head straight inside upon your arrival and discover the masterpieces of this expansive museum. See da Vinci's 'Annunciation', Botticelli's 'Birth of Venus' and Michelangelo's 'Doni Tondo' as your guide discusses their history and varying interpretations. Visit the rooftop terrace for a picturesque city view before concluding your tour. Numbers are limited to 20 to keep the experience intimate.

Explore some of the hidden treasures of the Venice with this tour of the city's churches and cloisters. Learn about the histories of some of the islands in the Venetian Lagoon. See churches on San Giorgio Maggiore island and San Lazzaro degli Armeni island among others to hear about how they were colonized by monks, nuns and religious communities in the past.

Delve into Spanish art with a 1.5-hour tour of the Reina Sofia Museum in Madrid. With a group of no more than 30 and guide whose specialism is art-history, you'll explore the museum's vaulted hallways to discover works by Picasso, Dalí, and more. Learn the history behind influential works such as 'El Guernica,' and learn about the modern period of artwork and the differing artistic styles.

Step into Nashville's musical history on a guided tour of RCA Studio B that includes admission the the Country Music Hall of Fame. Visit a recording studio that helped to shape the 'Nashville Sound,' then explore country music heritage with interactive exhibits and recordings. Multiple departure times are available for this 2-hour tour of RCA Studio B and the Country Music Hall of Fame, in the historic heart of Nashville.

Explore the ecuadorian art through museums, figures, paintings, sculptures, of art. You will learn about history and contemporary representations during the tour, it takes 5 hours in the Northern of the city, near the  most touristic area of Quito. First of all we will visit the best art expression in the city, this tour takes you to different places to appreciate art in different way in this city, the first stop is in a beautiful and colorful murals and streets in a traditional neighborhood of Quito, samples of the best chocolate of the country you will meet coffe shops, workshops of local artist and, then we will visit the Museum Capilla del Hombre where we can see indigenous art through paintings of Oswaldo Guayasamin and finally we will visit the Munna National Museum where shows you samples of precolombian, colonial art, aimed to make you feel like a local in the best art tour of the city. .

Spend the day learning about Russia's fascinating art history while touring the Tretyakov Art Gallery and Muzeon Art Park. Go beyond the famous Russian artists of Kandinsky, Chagall, and Malevich that appeared in the 20th century and see works from the 10th to the 19th centuries. Discover over 700 Soviet sculptures by notable communist artists at the Muzeon Art Park and how Russia has changed in the last 20 years.

Architecture aficionados will appreciate this custom-tailored Shanghai city tour, which covers the standout Art Deco gems. Unlike other cities, Art Deco-era buildings are scattered in different neighborhoods, making them tough to visit on your own. Know just where to go with your own personal guide as you cover lavish mansions like Woo Village and lesser-known backstreets. Upgrade to include a tasty lunch stop.

Tour Florence's famous Accademia Gallery (Galleria dell'Accademia) with a knowledgeable guide for a more in-depth exploration of its priceless art. Listen to expert commentary about the museum and its artists as you marvel at masterpieces like Michelangelo's 'David' statue. When the guided portion ends, you can stay at the museum to continue browsing independently.

From the port of Livorno this is a private shore excursion to Pisa and Florence. In Pisa you will be dropped by the main square where you will have time on your own to discover this Ancient Maritime Republic; the Cathedral, the Baptistery and of the course the Leaning Tower - for that all-important photo opportunity!A scenic, hour-long drive through the wonderful Tuscan countryside brings you to Florence centre of the city where you will meet your guide to explore Florence, including the Church of Santa Croce. You take a stroll towards the River Arno to see one of the most well-known bridges in Italy, the Ponte Vecchio and then to Florence's Cathedral, the Duomo. This breathtaking edifice is topped by Bruneleschi's magnificent Dome. You will also see the bronze doors of the Baptistery and Giotto's Bell Tower.You will be driven back to your cruise ship in time for the next part of your journey with fond memories of Italy.