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Culture and History Tours

For history hounds and culture vultures there's never a shortage of locations to indulge your curiosity and immerse yourself in the traditions of days gone by. Vibrant living cultures infused with the olden times offer a window into the past, and hold a mirror up to our own world.

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MyGuide Beijing (TACMGB)

Asia China

There for you. There is no better way to explore a city than with your own guide. MyGuide is perfect for those looking for the knowledge and security offered by one of our CEOs (Chief Experience Officers). Build your own itinerary based on your interests and according to your own schedule. You can enjoy services of one of our CEOs up to a maximum of eight hours.

Highlights: The day is yours but some highlights in Beijing include The Forbidden City, The Temple of Heaven, National Grand Theatre, Silk Street Market, The Sumner Palace, Military Museum, and Tiananmen Square

1 days
From $149 USD
Trip Style:
Classic
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
1

MyGuide Bangkok (TATMGB)

Asia Thailand

There for you. There is no better way to explore a destination than with your own guide. MyGuide is perfect for those looking for the knowledge and security offered by one of our CEOs (Chief Experience Officers). Build your own itinerary based on your interests and according to your own schedule. You can enjoy services of one of our CEOs up to a maximum of eight hours.

Highlights: The day is yours, but some highlights in Bangkok include The Grand Palace & Wat Prakeaw, Chinatown (Yaowarat), Wat Arun, Wat Pho, Chao Phraya River & Waterways, Jim Thompson’s House, Bangkok National Museum, and Pratunam Market.

1 days
From $59 USD
Trip Style:
Classic
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
1

Alexandria Extension (TDPAXN)

North Africa / Middle East Egypt

Delve into legendary Alexandria, Egypt's capital for a millennium, and once home to one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Wander the Roman amphitheatres, palaces and catacombs of Egypt's gateway to the Mediterranean. Starting from Cairo, spend a day and a half exploring Alexandria's Greek, Roman and Byzantine history, in one of the greatest cities of the Hellenic world.

Highlights: Connecting with history in the streets of Alexandria, Visiting the impressive Qaitbay Fort and looking up—way up—at towering Pompey's Pillar, Getting out of the sun by going underground into the Catacombs of Komel-Shokafa.

2 days
From $349 USD
Trip Style:
Classic
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
1

Lima Fly & Stay (TSPFFN)

South America Peru

Add a night in Lima and a flight to Cuzco to complement your ongoing adventures in the Cuzco area. A perfect add-on to our 'The Inca Trail' tour (trip code SPIT), this provides peace of mind with those extra details organized for you and leaves more time for enjoying all that Peru has to offer.

Highlights: Sampling seafood in Lima, having your logistics organized before a trip starting in Cuzco.

2 days
From $299 USD
Trip Style:
Classic
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
1

ANZAC Day Memorial Tour (ETAD)

Europe Turkey

With symbolic links to the dawn landing at Gallipoli, stand in the morning breeze and pay respect to the fallen on ANZAC Day at a dawn vigil. This special 3-day trip takes you by private bus along the Dardanelles, from Istanbul to the memorial site commemorating the common sacrifice for all of the nations involved. This moving tour will also include visits to other important sites such as Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair and the war cemeteries, making your visit to Turkey a unique and beautiful experience.

Highlights: Witnessing the moving dawn service and accompanying memorials, exploring the ancient city of Troy.

3 days
From $249 USD
Trip Style:
Classic
Trip Type:
Small Group
Service Level:
Basic
Physical Grading:
2

MyStyle Bangkok 3 Day - Comfort (TATBM3C)

Asia Thailand

A tropical metropolis with a wealth of temples, museums, markets, and restaurants; Thailand’s capital is an assault on the senses. Well known and oft visited for its culture, nightlife and cuisine, a visit to this exciting city is a must. Jump in with both feet and experience the best of Bangkok for yourself. MyStyle allows you to experience this exciting city and it's surroundings in the way you want to with a wide range of day tours to choose from.

Highlights: Bangkok, Choice of one MyStyle tour.

3 days
From $249 USD
Trip Style:
G-Plus
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
1

MyStyle Bangkok 3 Day - Standard (TATBM3N)

Asia Thailand

A tropical metropolis with a wealth of temples, museums, markets, and restaurants; Thailand’s capital is an assault on the senses. Well known and oft visited for its culture, nightlife and cuisine, a visit to this exciting city is a must. Jump in with both feet and experience the best of Bangkok for yourself. MyStyle allows you to experience this exciting city and it's surroundings in the way you want to with a wide range of day tours to choose from.

Highlights: Bangkok, choice of two MyStyle tours.

3 days
From $199 USD
Trip Style:
Classic
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
1

MyStyle Cairo 3-Day - Comfort (TDPCM3C)

North Africa / Middle East Egypt

Do Cairo your way! Choose from various MyStyle optional activities and create an itinerary that's perfect for you. Some of the many options include: a day trip to Alexandria, one of the greatest cities of the Hellenic world; an exploration of Islamic Cairo's medieval citadel, markets and mosques; tours of Coptic Cairo, the world-renowned Egyptian Museum, the Great Pyramids of Giza or other lesser-known ruins; camel rides, Nile cruises and more. There's even a camel market!

Highlights: Cairo

3 days
From $349 USD
Trip Style:
G-Plus
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
1

MyStyle Cairo 3-Day - Standard (TDPCM3N)

North Africa / Middle East Egypt

Do Cairo your way! Choose from various MyStyle optional activities and create an itinerary that's perfect for you. Some of the many options include: a day trip to Alexandria, one of the greatest cities of the Hellenic world; an exploration of Islamic Cairo's medieval citadel, markets and mosques; tours of Coptic Cairo, the world-renowned Egyptian Museum, the Great Pyramids of Giza or other lesser-known ruins; camel rides, Nile cruises and more. There's even a camel market!

Highlights: Cairo

3 days
From $249 USD
Trip Style:
Classic
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
1

Explore Chobe National Park (TDZCHC)

Africa Zambia, Botswana

Before you leave Zambia and the wonders of Africa, keep your adventure rolling with a tour of Chobe National Park. Chobe has Africa’s highest population of elephants and our open-vehicle game drives ensure the best chance of seeing them. We’ll also take care of wildlife activities, so instead of wondering what to do at sunset you’ll be cruising the river, spotting crocodiles and more pachyderms. Like all tours in this class, you’ll stay in a lodge that leaves the rugged adventure at the door—inside it’s all comfort.

Highlights: Enjoying an African sunset on a Chobe River boat cruise, Exploring Chobe National Park by open safari vehicle.

3 days
From $699 USD
Trip Style:
G-Plus
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
3

Cloud Forest Experience (TSEFXC)

South America Ecuador

Head for the clouds—cloud forest, that is. Experience it from your lodge in the middle of the Mindo forest, sitting at a comfortable 1200m in altitude. Try river tubing, rappelling, hiking or horseback riding, or just take a more relaxed pace enjoying the jungle atmosphere. The Mindo area is known for its mind-boggling bird watching and more orchids than you thought possible.

Highlights: Exploring the cloud forest at Mindo, Encountering stunning flora and fauna unique to this area.

3 days
From $549 USD
Trip Style:
G-Plus
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
2

MyStyle Quito 3-Day - Comfort (TSEQM3C)

South America Ecuador

Do Ecuador’s capital your way! Choose from various MyStyle optional activities and create a Quito itinerary that's perfect for you. Some of the many options: Visit the equator and watch drain water switch directions; shop till you drop at the continent's biggest indigenous market; bike down from snow-covered Cotopaxi volcano; go wildlife and bird spotting in a cloud forest; pamper yourself at a natural hot spring spa; skirt volcanic craters by horseback; take Spanish lessons and much more!

Highlights: Quito

3 days
From $299 USD
Trip Style:
G-Plus
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
1

MyStyle Quito 3-Day - Standard (TSEQM3N)

South America Ecuador

Do Ecuador’s capital your way! Choose from various MyStyle optional activities and create a Quito itinerary that's perfect for you. Some of the many options: Visit the equator and watch drain water switch directions; shop till you drop at the continent's biggest indigenous market; bike down from snow-covered Cotopaxi volcano; go wildlife and bird spotting in a cloud forest; pamper yourself at a natural hot spring spa; skirt volcanic craters by horseback; take Spanish lessons and much more!

Highlights: Quito

3 days
From $279 USD
Trip Style:
Classic
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
1

MyStyle Cuzco 3-Day- Comfort (TSPCM3C)

South America Peru

See the oldest continuously inhabited city in the Americas your way! Choose from various MyStyle optional activities and create a Cuzco itinerary that's perfect for you. Choices in this fascinating city are almost endless. Looking for history? Take a tour of the city or Sacred Valley.Want to get active? Try white water rafting, rock climbing, cycling or horseback riding. Feel like going local? Take Spanish lessons or visit a Planeterra community service project. No matter what you choose, there’s no place quite like Cuzco.

Highlights: Exploring the Incan city of Cuzco your way.

3 days
From $229 USD
Trip Style:
G-Plus
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
1

MyStyle Cuzco 3-Day- Standard (TSPCM3N)

South America Peru

See the oldest continuously inhabited city in the Americas your way! Choose from various MyStyle optional activities and create a Cuzco itinerary that's perfect for you. Choices in this fascinating city are almost endless. Looking for history? Take a tour of the city or Sacred Valley. Want to get active? Try white water rafting, rock climbing, cycling or horseback riding. Feel like going local? Take Spanish lessons or visit a Planeterra community service project. No matter what you choose, there’s no place quite like Cuzco.

Highlights: Cuzco

3 days
From $199 USD
Trip Style:
Classic
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
1

Puno & Lake Titicaca (TSPLTC)

South America Peru

Lake Titicaca is not only the largest lake in South America, it's also overflowing with culture and history. Sitting at 3838m above sea level, this is the highest navigable lake in the world. Take a day trip on the lake to meet its most famous residents—the Uros people, who live on floating, man-made islands made of reeds collected from the lake. In the evening return to Puno, and enjoy some live music in this town famous for its festivals and dances.

Highlights: Enjoying the festive city of Puno, Cruising on famed Lake Titicaca, Explore the floating reed islands of the Uros people.

3 days
From $199 USD
Trip Style:
G-Plus
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
2

MyStyle Lima 3-Day (TSPMM3C)

South America Peru

Do the City of Kings your way! Choose from various MyStyle optional activities and create a Lima itinerary that's perfect for you. There's something for everyone, from a city tour, to ancient ruins, to some of the best museums in the country. Not your style? How about surf lessons? Or a night of Latin music and dancing? See how Latinos play "futbol" (soccer) at a local match, take a local shopping trip, or hop in a speedboat to a nearby island filled with birds and sea lions. Trust us, you’ll never run out of choices.

Highlights: Exploring the vibrant city of Lima your way.

3 days
From $309 USD
Trip Style:
G-Plus
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
1

MyStyle Lima 3-Day (TSPMM3N)

South America Peru

Do the City of Kings your way! Choose from various MyStyle optional activities and create a Lima itinerary that's perfect for you. There's something for everyone, from a city tour, to ancient ruins, to some of the best museums in the country. Not your style? How about surf lessons? Or a night of Latin music and dancing? See how Latinos play "futbol" (soccer) at a local match, take a local shopping trip, or hop in a speedboat to a nearby island filled with birds and sea lions. Trust us, you’ll never run out of choices.

Highlights: Lima

3 days
From $279 USD
Trip Style:
Classic
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
1

Nazca Lines (TSPNLN)

South America Peru

Discover the Nazca Lines, one of the world's great enigmas. The Nazca Lines, 1,000 year-old figures etched into the desert floor, are visible in their entirety from the air. Travel to the plains near Nazca, board the included flight and marvel at the ever-changing desert landscape. You'll witness incredible stylized figures, including a monkey and a hummingbird. Other activities include visiting a pottery workshop and a cemetery containing ancient mummies.

Highlights: Viewing the incredible Nazca Lines from the air, visiting the city of Nazca and the Chauchilla cemetery.

3 days
From $549 USD
Trip Style:
Classic
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
2

Kruger Camping Safari (DAKS)

Africa South Africa

Short and to the point, if you're already in Joburg or simply hungry for a taste of South Africa's exceptional wildlife and culture, this 4-day safari adventure will certainly hit the spot. Starting in Johannesburg, you'll head into world-renowned Kruger National Park—one of the largest and most diverse wildlife areas in Africa and home to zebras, elephants and lions. Travel is via a small 16-seat minibus. Participatory camping keeps you under the stars and, thanks to our long-standing community ties, you'll get plenty of invigorating local interaction as you meet the people of Shalati. The African wilderness is closer than you ever imagined.

Highlights: Encountering exotic wildlife in Kruger National Park, getting off the mainstream tourist trail while spending a night in the community of Shalati, witnessing a traditional dance, getting around in a nimble 16-seat minibus, doing it all in just four days.

4 days
From $499 USD
Trip Style:
Yolo
Trip Type:
Small Group
Service Level:
Camping
Physical Grading:
2
Trip Length Style Service Level Starting Price
MyGuide Beijing (TACMGB) 1 days Classic Standard
From $149 USD
MyGuide Bangkok (TATMGB) 1 days Classic Standard
From $59 USD
Alexandria Extension (TDPAXN) 2 days Classic Standard
From $349 USD
Lima Fly & Stay (TSPFFN) 2 days Classic Standard
From $299 USD
ANZAC Day Memorial Tour (ETAD) 3 days Classic Basic
From $249 USD
MyStyle Bangkok 3 Day - Comfort (TATBM3C) 3 days G-Plus Comfort
From $249 USD
MyStyle Bangkok 3 Day - Standard (TATBM3N) 3 days Classic Standard
From $199 USD
MyStyle Cairo 3-Day - Comfort (TDPCM3C) 3 days G-Plus Comfort
From $349 USD
MyStyle Cairo 3-Day - Standard (TDPCM3N) 3 days Classic Standard
From $249 USD
Explore Chobe National Park (TDZCHC) 3 days G-Plus Comfort
From $699 USD
Cloud Forest Experience (TSEFXC) 3 days G-Plus Comfort
From $549 USD
MyStyle Quito 3-Day - Comfort (TSEQM3C) 3 days G-Plus Comfort
From $299 USD
MyStyle Quito 3-Day - Standard (TSEQM3N) 3 days Classic Standard
From $279 USD
MyStyle Cuzco 3-Day- Comfort (TSPCM3C) 3 days G-Plus Comfort
From $229 USD
MyStyle Cuzco 3-Day- Standard (TSPCM3N) 3 days Classic Standard
From $199 USD
Puno & Lake Titicaca (TSPLTC) 3 days G-Plus Comfort
From $199 USD
MyStyle Lima 3-Day (TSPMM3C) 3 days G-Plus Comfort
From $309 USD
MyStyle Lima 3-Day (TSPMM3N) 3 days Classic Standard
From $279 USD
Nazca Lines (TSPNLN) 3 days Classic Standard
From $549 USD
Kruger Camping Safari (DAKS) 4 days Yolo Camping
From $499 USD