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3,515 History trips. Tours from 490 tour companies. 19,257 reviews. 4.6/5 avg rating.

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Island of Hokkaido Winter (Sapporo Snow Festival)
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Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Visit Abashiri Prison Museum, opportunity to see the other world heritage sites
  • Unforgettable experiences await: Observe adorable penguins, polar bears, and other animals up close at the Asahiyama Zoo
  • Marvel at drift ice floating on the Okhotsk Sea from an icebreaker cruise and the Ryu-hyo Norokko train
  • Feel the chill in a -15c° room at the Okhotsk Ryu-hyo Museum
  • Hike in snowshoes
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Cultural, Relaxing Retreats, Small Ship Cruise, Transformative, Festivals & Special Events

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Imperial Cities Showcase
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

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Auschwitz, Budapest, Hofburg Imperial Palace, Krakow, Vienna, Warsaw

Highlights

  • Visit the Hofburg Palace and St. Stephen’s Cathedral
  • Explore Budapest
  • Visit to the Royal Cathedral
  • Visit to Auschwitz Concentration Camp
  • Visit the Yasna Gora Monastery

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Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

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A Circular Tour around the Peloponnese
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Athens, Corinth, Epidaurus, Mycenae

Highlights

  • Visit Elafonisos, the Caribbean of Greece! The island of the pirates, with the turquoise crystal clear waters, and it’s lost underwater city.
  • Travel back in time in Monemvasia,the uniquely preserved medieval city. Walk this carved in stone city of knights, crusaders emperors and pirates!
  • Walk into the narrow streets of the romantic Nauplion, the first capital of Greece.
  • Visit Ancient Epidaurus, where tragedy and comedy flourished in a theatre of exemplary acoustics.
  • Taste the exquisite Nemean wines in high quality boutique wineries.
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Cultural, Education / Learning, Family Friendly

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Atlantic Pacific
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Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Agra, Delhi, Fatehpur Sikri, Istanbul, Jaipur, Kyoto, Reykjavík, Stockholm, Tokyo

Highlights

  • Explore Kyoto opportunity to visit the picturesque Kinkakuji Temple, called the Golden Pavilion for its glittering walls
  • Explore Tokyo
  • Visit to Singapore includes a ticket for a cruise on the Singapore River
  • Visit Thian Hock Keng Temple, one of Singapore's oldest Buddhist-Taoist temples
  • Discover Singapore
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Around the World, Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Holy Land

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11 Days Belgrade to Zagreb
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Belgrade, Croatia, Dubrovnik, Montenegro, Plitvice Lakes National park, Positano, Split, Zagreb

Highlights

  • Explore Belgrade
  • Visits to Cetinje, Kotor
  • Discover the cities of Dubrovnik and Split
  • Explore the places like Plitvice Lakes, Postojna Cave, Bled, Ljubljana and Zagreb

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Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

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Colorado Mountain Crests & Craft Brews
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Denver, Mesa Verde

Highlights

  • Experiences include: Craft Brewery Tours and Tastings, Maroon Bells Hike or North Fork River Rafting, Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, Royal Gorge Bridge, Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine

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Culinary & Wine, Cultural, Family Friendly, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

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Tour of Ancient Sri Lanka
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Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Negombo

Highlights

  • Experience the mesmerizing sunrise from the top of the Pidurangala rock
  • Be amazed by climbing the 8th world wonder “Sigiriya Rock”
  • Witness the 2000 years old Buddha statues & paintings in a cave temple
  • Witness Sri Lanka’s most important Buddhist relic – a tooth of the Buddha
  • Meet the elephants rescued from aggressive mahouts at MEF

Themes

Cultural, Religious

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8 Days Independent Major Destinations Tour
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Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Hakone, Kyoto, Meiji Shrine, Mount Fuji

Highlights

  • Explore three nights in traditional Kyoto
  • See one night nestled under the gaze of Mt. Fuji; get a taste of Japan's incredible diversity
  • Visit Tokyo Tower and visit incredible Meiji Shrine
  • Visit Kiyomizu Temple and more while walking through the traditional and beautiful scenery of Kyoto

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Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, Singles Travel, Transformative

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Oct 2018

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History in the Heat

I've always been interested in Egyptian history and when friends suggested joining this holiday I booked straight away. And it didn't disappoint. Seeing & bein...

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Anonymous

Oct 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

postscript

Sorry, I meant to add that Exodus should perhaps delete the reference to the "library" on the cruise from the Trip Notes. The library consisted of 16 dog-eared bo...

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Anonymous

Oct 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

Nile Cruise

This was a wonderful trip - I enjoyed it enormously. Visit to the temples at Karnak & Luxor Khaled Lotfy was an excellent & inspirational group leader. He ...

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Feb 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

Nile Cruise

I do not have a very long 'bucket list', in fact Egypt is the only destination on it and this holiday did not disappoint. From the flight to Cairo to the flight ho...

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Anonymous

Jan 2018

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Egypt - Truly a Wonder of the Wordl

I have always dreamt of visiting Egypt and seeing for my self the many ancient wonders going back to the dawn of history. This trip was a dream come true. Having b...

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Travel Tips for Historical Travel Tours

A historical travel tour offers an exciting opportunity for those passionate about the past to explore ancient civilizations with a historian guide. To make the most of your journey, here are some practical tips to enhance your history trip:
  • Familiarize yourself with the historical significance of the sites you visit to deepen your understanding and appreciation.
  • Wear comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for walking and exploring historical sites, often involving uneven terrain and outdoor elements.
  • Carry a refillable water bottle to stay hydrated, especially in warmer climates where historical sites may lack amenities.
  • Be mindful of local customs and traditions when visiting historical sites, and adhere to any dress codes or etiquette guidelines.
  • Take advantage of the expertise of your tour guide, who can provide valuable insights and historical context during your exploration.
  • Bring extra storage and charging devices to ensure you can capture all the photos you want of the historical sites you visit.
  • Remember to be respectful of any photography restrictions.
  • Carry essentials such as sunscreen, insect repellent, and a hat to protect yourself from the elements during outdoor excursions.
  • Keep an open mind and be prepared for unexpected changes to the itinerary, as historical travel tours may encounter unforeseen challenges or delays.

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