Cultural Tours

Hit the highlights of both cutting-edge Dubai and culture-filled Sharjah in one day. On this full-day sightseeing tour, you'll experience the perfect blend of traditional and modern, from the 9th-century fortress of Al Fahidi to the glittering Dubai coastline. Tours include private air-conditioned transportation and your own personal guide. Upgrade to include a professional photographer to capture all your favorite travel moments.

Drive a semi-automatic scooter — known as a ‘moto’ — through the Vietnamese countryside on an off-road route with a professional guide. This full-day tour for experienced riders offers an authentic experience that’s hard to beat. Travel as the locals do and ride past stunning landscapes, including scenic Hai Van Pass, en route to the Son Tra Peninsula. You’ll visit Tra Que Village and stop for lunch at a beach to relax.

Explore the beaches, bays, and beauty spots of Thailand's famous Phi Phi Islands on this Gold Package tour and visit six islands in one day. Dive in to swim and snorkel around Bamboo and Khai islands; spot wild monkeys on Phi Phi Don Island; see Maya Bay, where The Beach was filmed; and visit Viking Cave and Pileh Cove on Phi Phi Lea Island.

If you only have time for one day tour from Barcelona, a visit to the mountaintop Montserrat Monastery should be top of your list. On this full-day tour, you can explore the Royal Basilica, see the sacred Black Madonna, and enjoy an exclusive tour of the Sacristy. Finish off the experience with a delicious brunch of traditional Tapas, accompanied by wine tasting.

Discover Bali's cultural heart on this private full-day tour of Ubud. Explore the handicrafts villages around Ubud, marvel at the sacred temple of Tirta Empul, visit a traditional coffee plantation, and enjoy stunning views of Tegenungan Waterfall and the Ceking rice terraces.

Take a break from the bustle of New Orleans without the hassle of navigating on your own on a full-day tour to a handful of the region's historic plantations and a Cajun-area swamp. Going with a guide ensures you leave with a deeper understanding of the history of slavery in Louisiana, as well as new knowledge about its natural landscape. A traditional Cajun lunch and round-trip transport from are included.

Explore a series of historic towns on a full-day, private tour of Lisbon, Cascais, and Sintra, stopping to discover parks, palaces, and local treats along the way. You'll take in key Lisbon landmarks, from the Lisbon Cathedral to Jeronimos Monastery and the Belem Tower, then sip traditional coffee alongside a sweet pastel de Bel em. Leave the city behind on a trip to Cascais, Cabo da Roca, and Sintra, where you'll see the Pena Palace and walk the historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Experience Malaysia's diverse cultures with a 7-hour tour to Mah Meri Cultural Village, an Indian enclave, and some of Kuala Lumpur's most important sites. Meet members of the Mah Meri community, and learn about the group's religious practices, history and traditional wood carving. Browse colorful shops in Klang town before enjoying an Indian lunch at a local restaurant, and return to Kuala Lumpur by public train. Visit the atmospheric Old Railway Station, then stroll to the National Mosque, Central Market and Merdeka Square, a landmark of colonial-era architecture.

Have only a limited amount of time to explore New York? Make the most of your stay on this seamless, full-day tour. Meet in the morning at a convenient Midtown location, and set off. Traveling via comfortable coach, you'll see a number of highlights across Manhattan, from Fifth Avenue and Rockefeller Center to Central Park, Wall Street, and the 9/11 Memorial. The tour also includes round-trip ferry transit to Liberty Island (where entry to the Statue of Liberty's pedestal is included) and Ellis Island, plus several guided walking stops.

Follow in the footsteps of Chilean poet and Nobel Prize winner Pablo Neruda on this full-day small-group tour, including hotel pick-up. Journey from the city to the coast as you follow the 'Route of Neruda' to three of Neruda's former homes, now preserved as museums. Explore the exhibitions at the Casa de Isla Negra; admire the views from the hilltop La Sebastiana in Viña del Mar; and uncover the poet's life with his secret lover at La Chascona in Santiago's Bellavista neighborhood.

Celebrate Tin Hau, the Chinese goddess of the sea, in Hong Kong. Taking place on the 23rd day of the third month of the lunar calendar, the Tin Hau festivities are loved by locals who celebrate with colorful processions and dragon dancing. Soak up the excitement from a reserved seat at the Yuen Long Stadium, visit a local restaurant for lunch, then check out Yuen Long and Tai Shu Ha to see a vibrantly decorated Tin Hau temple. A visit to the Lam Tsuen Wishing Tree is also included in the 8-hour tour.

The Golden Temple of Dambulla and the Ancient City of Sigiriya are two of Sri Lanka's most impressive UNESCO World Heritage sites and this private tour from Kandy visits both in one day. Climb the dramatic rock fortress of Sigiriya, tuck into a delicious curry lunch (optional), then explore the Buddhist cave complex of Dambulla with its gigantic rock-carved Buddha.

Discover rural life in Luang Prabang with this full-day farm experience. Travel from the city to Ban Phong Van, where you'll stop at the Living Land Farm. Learn about how locals cultivate rice and participate in seasonal activities on the farm alongside locals. This is the perfect tour for travelers who want to experience the life of locals and learn more about the culture, traditions and practices in Laos. 

Visit one of Sabah's traditional markets and a Rungus longhouse on a 9-hour, small-group tour from Kota Kinabalu that includes coach transportation and lunch. See Borneo's diverse cultures first hand at the Sunday market and Bavanggazo village, where locals raise bees and crafts traditional gongs.

From ancient ruins to cinematic landscapes, Loch Ness to Ben Nevis, see the Scottish Highlands' key sights in the space of a single day. With just a small group for company, you'll travel by climate-controlled bus, and will trade the bustle of Inverness for the beauty of the countryside. Visit the ruins of Urquhart Castle, see the Glenfinnan Viaduct (made famous in the Harry Potter films), and more.

Explore Bali's UNESCO-listed rice terraces and magnificent temples on a full-day private tour and benefit from the undivided attention of a private guide. Marvel at sacred temples such as Ulundanu Beratan and Tanah Lot; visit a Luwak coffee plantation; and discover the unique 'subak' irrigation system on a walk around the Jatiluwih Rice Terraces.

Discover the rich Jewish heritage of one of the world's most culturally diverse cities on this full-day private tour of Istanbul's historic districts. Wander around the old Jewish quarter of Galata and tour the fascinating Jewish Museum, then visit some of Istanbul's most impressive synagogues. Finish by admiring the mesmerising architecture of Hagia Sophia and exploring the lively shops of the Grand Bazaar.

Ideal for first-time visitors to Paris, this full-day tour bus tour of the City of Lights covers all the standout sights. Cruise by the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Eiffel Tower, and the Arc de Triomphe - all from the comfort of a climate-controlled vehicle. Tours include priority admission to the Louvre Museum, so you can get a peek at the famous Mona Lisa without the hours-long wait.

Follow in the footsteps of countless Buddhist pilgrims on this day tour to the Perfume Pagoda, a sprawling mountainside complex of temples and shrines. Led by your guide, start with a rowing boat trip down the Yen Stream, then trek to the Huong Tich Cave. After lunch, view the Thien Tru Pagoda before you hop back in your boat and return to Hanoi.

Explore Antigua's ecology and agriculture during this 5-hour small-group tour. With a knowledgeable local guide, stroll through St John's to visit sites like the Museum of Antigua and Barbuda and St John's Cathedral. Pick up some fresh produce at the local veggie stand, then continue on to a local potter and a fishery. Visit a donkey sanctuary, drive down a fruit tree-lined road and end your day on one of the island's most beautiful beaches. Lunch and round-trip transportation from Antigua hotels are included.