Cultural & Theme Tours

Beat the crowds with this 2-hour tour of the Royal Palace of Madrid before public opening hours. Breeze in and follow your expert guide through parts of the 'Palacio de Oriente' that most visitors don't get to see. Marvel at the fearsome collection of weapons in the Royal Armory, take in the jaw-dropping Throne Room and get a peek into ancient medicinal practices in the Royal Pharmacy. Amble through the meticulously groomed English-style gardens, the Campo del Moro. Along the way, learn about the history of the Spanish royal family through your guide's engaging narrative.

Experience the vibrance of Dublin's traditional drink and Irish music scene on this evening pub crawl through Temple Bar - the city's cultural quarter! Accompany two friendly musicians on a fun and educational tour through the hip yet historic district, where you'll visit classic pubs and bars, witness local drinking culture, and encounter Irish storytelling and music at its best. Sláinte!

Enjoy personalized attention and an intimate atmosphere on this small-group tour of the Dutch countryside from Amsterdam. You'll spend the day in the company of a guide who provides all navigation, transportation, and commentary on the sights; you'll be able to relax and enjoy the experience as all the details are arranged for you. Highlights include a Dutch cheese tasting, views of the windmills at Zaanse Schans, and a stop in the fishing village of Volendam.

Discover an alternative side of Dubrovnik on this small-group, evening walking tour. Setting off from the Boninovo cliffs after dark, you'll visit some of the city's spookiest corners, from a historical graveyard and Gradac Park to Renaissance-era palaces. As you go, your guide will share macabre stories and centuries-old legends from the city's long history. The tour concludes in the Old Town, at the centrally located Pile Gate.

You can stroll down the Stradun and walk the wall of Dubrovnik but it's much more meaningful if you know what you're looking at. Which is why this informative and fun walking tour is a must for any visitor to the 'Pearl of the Adriatic.' Learn what makes this UNESCO World Heritage site so amazing and special. Learn about the architecture - Gothic, Renaissance and baroque - and the history behind the palaces, fountains, monasteries and churches. Walk the high walls and get a different perspective of the city.

Enhance your experience at the Seville Cathedral with this tour, including early morning access before public opening hours. During this 2-hour tour with a local guide, enjoy the ambiance of the largest Gothic cathedral in the world when it is nearly empty. Admire the enormous central nave, the four side aisles, the 15th-century stained glass windows and the largest altarpiece in the world. Listen to your guide's commentary while exploring this UNESCO World Heritage Site to gain insight into Spain's history, religion, and culture.

Discover the city-state of Vatican City on an early morning small-group tour. Beat the crowds and start exploring the Vatican a full hour before the general public with special early access tickets. Follow your guide through the Vatican museums, the Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica and listen to informative commentary about the history of each place.

Leave London with a private guide to visit IWM Duxford, a historic airfield and museum in Cambridgeshire that's dedicated to aviation history. Departing from your hotel, the convenient day trip includes private transport to the airfield and a personal tour from your own guide. Learn about the Battle of Britain, see the Spitfires, and visit the Operations Room where the pilots were directed from the ground.

Be mesmerized by the artistic treasures of the Vatican in silence and peace before the throngs of daytime visitors arrive. After starting the day with a traditional Italian breakfast (if option selected), enter the Vatican Museums 1 hour before they open to the public. Admire world-famous attractions including the Raphael Rooms and Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel while your guide shares the stories behind the art. You'll also skip the long line to step inside the magnificent St Peter's Basilica. Tour size is limited for a more personalized experience.

Dubrovnik may be like a giant stone museum but within its tall walls there are some actual intriguing museums to explore. This guided tour of Dubrovnik's museum's takes you to some places you may have never thought to wander, thus enriching your experience here. Stroll around the medieval Franciscan Monastery, for example, and check out one of Europe's oldest still-functioning pharmacies. Gawk at Renaissance art in the Rector's Palace and learn about the city's rich sailing history at the Maritime Museum, among other museums the guide will take you to.

Discover Dubrovnik's ancient history and hidden charms on a walking tour through the famous Old City. Avoiding aimless wandering and let a guide lead you through the maze-like medieval streets, revealing the stories behind the city's most important landmarks. At just 2 hours, it's a great introduction to Dubrovnik's history that can easily fit in to most itineraries.

Get a head-start on your sightseeing and avoid the crowds with early access to the Vatican Museums before the doors open to the public. Start with VIP entry to the Sistine Chapel to experience this gorgeous space in peace. Continue on to see the rest of the Vatican Museums ahead of the general public. Choose a tour with an art history expert guide or a self-guided audioguide tour.

Discover Rome's key ancient landmarks - and set off before the crowds and the heat are at their peak - on this small-group, early-morning tour. Meet your guide near to the Colosseum and head straight inside, thanks to your skip-the-line tickets. The tour continues next with a stop at the Palatine Hill - which offers exceptional views overlooking the city - before concluding at the Roman Forum. Audio headsets are included so you can hear your guide's every word.

The Vatican Museums are among the most visited museums in the world, so it's no surprise that it can get crowded. This 3-hour early bird tour lets you visit the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica before the crowds arrive, with skip-the-line entrance and a small group of up to 12 people.

Get an early start to your sightseeing at the Vatican Museums with admission before opening hours. Follow an expert guide through the complex before the general public and avoid the crowds during your 3-hour tour. Marvel at Michelangelo's world-renowned works at the Sistine Chapel and enjoy privileged, skip-the-line access to the awe-inspiring St Peter's Basilica.

Join a small group for a full-day tour of Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula. During the city tour, see landmarks such as the University of Otago, Baldwin Street, and Scottish heritage sites. Next explore the Otago Peninsula, including Otago Harbour, Sandfly Bay, Tunnel Beach, and historic Larnach Castle. Your tour includes pickup and drop-off in central Dunedin or the port.

Visit the superb Sistine Chapel before the crowds arrive with early admission to the Vatican Museums and a guided tour of the Sistine Chapel. You'll learn about this history and context of the brilliant artwork that covers the interior of the Sistine Chapel, then follow an interior passage to St. Peter's Basilica, finishing the tour just as the general public arrives. This hour-long Sistine Chapel tour includes early admission tickets, with a personal headset so you don't miss a word.

Get a night in Edinburgh off to a spooky start on an early evening 75-minute walking tour of the Old Town's lanes and underground vaults. Led by a costumed guide, explore the old quarter's secret 'wynds' (alleys) and closes, hearing tales of their 18th-century slums and stories of murders and crimes. Then, head into the city's underground vaults where ghosts and spirits are still said to lurk.

See masterpiece of Ancient Rome on a carefully planned 1.5 hour private guided tour of the Colosseum. Skip the lines to enjoy fast track entry, and stay inside as long as you want once the tour is finish.Continue towards Palatine Hill and Roman Forum and explore them both at your own pace.

DC can be overwhelming; your walking tour shouldn't be.Our tours are like a stroll while chit-chatting with a knowledgeable friend.Dupont Circle is full of hidden gems -- in just an hour, we'll show you our 5 favorites, including a mansion with 70 secret doors and DC's most fire-proof residence. After the tour, at 1pm, we'll head to a local bar for lunch (everyone takes care of his own bill).Stay as long as you'd like. Sometimes the conversation is so good, lunch goes several hours :)