Cultural & Theme Tours

Lisbon's majestic Old Quarter - Alfama is a must-visit area. With its cobblestone alleyways, steep staircases, and historic buildings, there's so much to see and learn about its past. Explore Alfama on foot with a guide, who can educate you about area's history. By going on a walking tour, you'll access places that can't be reached by public transport. Highlights include Sao Jorge Cathedral, and the Miradouro Largo das Portas do Sol viewing point.

Follow the footsteps of Harry Potter in London on this private walking tour that takes you past city landmarks that appeared in the blockbuster films. You'll see places where movie scenes were filmed and enjoy plenty of photo ops to impress friends back home. Tour is limited to 10 travelers.

Take the Little Italy/Chinatown Gangsters Walking Tour with Family or Friends at a date and time of your choice! Booking approved upon scheduling of a guide!From the 1840's through 1920's, learn about the earlier era of street gangs of NYC and about the evolution from small packs of immigrant thugs with tightly knit loyalties to an evolved, corporate style American  syndicate. Mulberry Street, from Chinatown to Little Italy, was the spot where the notorious gangsters in New York came up, from the former Five Points, New York's most notorious slum, to the narrow alleys Chinatown's  "Bloody Angle." In Little Italy's Historic District we learn the ruthless tactics of the first Mafia bosses of New York, the proud efforts of NYPD Liutenant Joe Petrosino's fight against these thugs. Organized Crime as we know it was born on these streets. Private Small-Group Tour is limited to a maximum of 12 travelers.

Tolstoy's War and Peace or Anna Karenina might be impenetrable to many, but his Khamovniki country estate is wide open to the public. Take this literary walking tour and ramble upon the same paths he once did; contemplate existence in his garden; or just get a bit of exercise while exploring his sprawling and perfectly preserved 9,340 square-meter "country" estate. Tolstoy lived here with his family from 1882 to 1901, but if you seldom visit Moscow, then don't miss a rare chance to see how their literary lion lived and worked.

Get to know the old historical districts on an e-scooter. Begin by visiting Alfama, the most antique district and finish the tour off in Mouraria, craddle of Fado music. A guided tour where you're sure to discover many hidden gems.

If you're short on time in Lisbon, this is the ideal tour to cover a lot of areas in one day. By traveling with a guide, you'll get fascinating commentary about Lisbon's history, and you won't have to worry about getting lost. Visit Baixa, Praça Dom Pedro IV Square, Chiado, and Bairro Alto with a small group, and learn about their highlights.

Cycle the picturesque shores of Lake Biwa, enjoying jaw-dropping views and mouth-watering homemade food, during this this 6.5-hour bike trip. Pedal past sights like Shirahige Shrine and the nearby 'Torii' gate. Once you've worked up an appetite, take a scenic taxi ride to a mountain village in the nearby Hata district, enjoying a country-style lunch prepared by an 'Obaachan' (elderly woman), lively conversation and a chance to stroll the village's charming streets. A guide, bike and helmet, lunch and train from Kyoto are covered.

This first and only tour of its kind is the best experience Little Havana has to offer!  The Little Havana Paint, Taste & Sip Tour provides a unique interactive "edu-tainment" experience that will stimulate all of your senses. Come walk, paint, taste and sip with your friends and new ones you'll make along the way!

Taking a guided walking tour of Ljubljana is an excellent way to get to know the city especially if you're short on time. You'll pass by the most popular sights while learning about the city's history, architecture, and culture from your guide. The tour concludes with a tour of the medieval Ljubljana castle where you can climb to the top of the castle tower and enjoy panoramic views of the city.

We will explore the most alternative places and the oldest neighborhoods looking for the amazing old and new Street Art that is hidden in the most improbable places.

Flip through the pages of Paris' literary lore on this private, 3-hour walking tour that takes you to the famous former haunts of intellectual celebrities like Balzac, Sartre, Simone de Beauvoir, and Picasso. Follow in the footsteps of F. Scott Fitzgerald and Ernest Hemingway as you stroll through the Latin Quarter with a guide, see where Oscar Wilde died, and pass some of the city's most iconic literary caf es in the Saint-Germain-des-Pr es district. Drink up the modern Parisian caf e scene with an included coffee break, and browse the stacks at the legendary Shakespeare and Company bookstore.

Explore Cuban life in Miami on a 2-hour walking tour of Little Havana. Learn about local landmarks such as the Bay of Pigs monument, Marlins Park or the Freedom Tower, and visit a cigar factory. Enjoy a cup of strong Cuban coffee accompanied by a classic Cuban pastry, and stop into the Cuba Ocho cultural center to sip a mojito and browse the Cuban art collection. Check out the vibrant scene around SW 8th Street and Domino Park, and gain insight into local history from your knowledgeable guide.

Take a 2-hour walking tour through New York's oldest immigrant neighborhoods and learn about their rich histories. Stroll through the streets of these neighborhoods and listen to stories and legends of the city's gangster past. From Little Italy's Mafia and Five Points slum to Chinatown's 'Bloody Angle' this tour uncovers it all.

Head to the beautiful district of Belem for a 3-hour historical walking tour. Learn about Portugal's 'Age of Discovery' and visit key landmarks such as the Jeronimos Monastery, Belem Tower, the Age of Discoveries Monument, and, of course, the famous Pastel de Belem Cafe. Walk along the banks of the Tagus River and take in the beautiful scenery during your tour.

Just an hour from Nova Gorica you can visit the Capital of Slovenia. Ljubljana, The Green Europian Capital of 2016, will hoste us for a day. A nice walk along the river and pleasant atmosphere in old city center ... perfect combination for a day city break.

If you've ever wanted to try your hand at street art, this is the outing for you. Led by a local working artist, the class takes place at a studio in Little Haiti, and participants are welcome to bring wine or beer to get the creative juices flowing. Set up shop at your personal easel and prepare to learn the tricks of the trade: spray tips, blending colors, types of lines, drawing letters, and more. Your instructor offers tips on technique, how to make your work pop, and how to add your own unique flourishes. You'll be ready for Wynwood in no time.

Explore the vibrant culture of Miami's Cuban community on this walking tour of Little Havana. Led by a professional tour guide, learn about the community's history and how Cuban and African cultures blended. Visit the historic Tower Theater, Maximo Gomez Domino Park, Cubaocho Museum & Performing Arts Center, and venues where Billie Holliday performed in her prime. Along the way, taste traditional Cuban foods like empanadas, sugar cane juice, and guava pastries.

Explore Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle on a 4-hour cruise tour from Inverness. Board the 'Jacobite Rebel' cruise boat at Dochgarroch Lock, and sail down the Caledonian Canal and Loch Dochfour to Loch Ness, Britain's largest body of water by volume and famous for its mythical monster. Admire the scenery, hear stories about Loch Ness' history, and enjoy two hours to explore 13th-century Urquhart Castle on the lochside before another hour of cruising.

Experience the lively atmosphere of Little Haiti on this three-part adventure. First, take a walking tour of the neighborhood to see some of its cultural and social landmarks. Then, learn about Haitian music, drumming, and dancing with a chance to participate in the session. Finally, enjoy an authentic Caribbean or Creole-style lunch with traditional dishes like curry, plantains, and rice and beans. A minimum of two people is required for booking.

Exploring Bratislava independently may show you the sights, but won't provide an inside take on the city. This walking tour delivers: letting you experience its past, culture, and food through local eyes. Find the Old Town's secret places, discover crowd-free pubs and viewpoints, ride a trolleybus, enjoy a Bratislavan picnic, and more: all as your guide shares stories you'd otherwise miss. Entry fees and select foods and drinks are included.