Cruise Past

Rated 4.9 Stars, based on 1038 Reviews.

We are the only public walking tour in Bergen with licensed, trained guides and tours that guarantee small groups 🙂 We are all also local people who call this city home year-round. Join us for an authentic experience around Bergen. The first half of our tour focuses on the history of Bergen. We wander the fortress complex, covering Bergen’s medieval history and short period as the capital of Norway. After this crash course in Norwegian history, we make our way to Bryggen – Bergen’s UNESCO Site. Here you learn about 1,000 years of trade history and the reason for Bergen’s founding and growth. The second half of our tour is about life in Bergen. We leave the ‘touristy’ part behind and wander into the neighbourhood surrounding Bryggen. As you explore Bergen’s best kept secret, you’ll learn about everyday life. The tour ends by passing by our top picks for restaurants. Our group sizes are limited so you can ask questions!

Rated 4.9 Stars, based on 300 Reviews.

Walk in the footsteps of the historical characters of Winchester's past: the Romans, Alfred the Great, William the Conqueror, Oliver Cromwell, and Henry VIII Bring to life Winchester's great literary characters: Jane Austen, John Keats, Thomas Hardy, Sherlock Holmes, and King Arthur. Walk the streets of Winchester, with its mighty historical and literary characters. Groups limited to 10 Tour Starting Point: The Westgate. The medieval entrance to Winchester.

Rated 4.8 Stars, based on 40 Reviews.

This beautiful museum is considered one of the most important in Mexico City and the world. Its architecture and museography allow you to learn in an enjoyable way the history of cultures such as the Mexica, Teotihuacan and Mayan, always focusing on providing the best experience and providing a great experience within one of the most emblematic and beautiful museums in our country; The tour helps to better understand the worldview of the native peoples of Mesoamerica. As a policy our shared groups are limited to a maximum of 6 people in the language you have chosen.

Join Charleston Terrors for an adventure where the charming streets of Charleston take on a sinister edge. As you walk the cobblestone paths, you'll uncover eerie tales of hauntings that have lingered for generations, with each step bringing you closer to the spirits that still roam these grounds. Prepare for a mile-long exploration of one of South Carolina’s most haunted cities, where each stop is steeped in ghostly lore and historical significance. Even as we admire private buildings from the outside, the chilling atmosphere will make the supernatural feel strikingly real. As you wander through the historic district, stay alert—this isn’t just a tour; it’s an immersive experience that makes you a part of Charleston’s haunted history. Expect an evening filled with suspense, eerie stories, and moments that will leave you questioning what lies beyond the world of the living.

World class private tour, completely controlled by you! Come see the best sights in Venice, at your leisure! Commentary by Jeff Wynne, an experienced local tour guide! Visit the sights that makes Venice the most unique beach hotspot of Los Angeles! You'll learn about and see landmarks while hearing oral history highlights of the amazing story of Venice. Experience the legendary Venice boardwalk scene, skateboarding daredevils at the skate park continuing the 1970's skate culture originated by Dogtown and Z-Boys, and gawk at Muscle Beach made famous by Arnold Schwarzenegger. You'll visit the historic canals, and check out the local hipster shopping and restaurant flavor of of Abbot Kinney Boulevard. This tour can be walked in 2-3 hours, or you can drive to some spots. It easily combines with my similar tour of nearby Santa Monica for a full L.A. beach culture and history experience! Don't worry about other people, this tour is completely tailored to you with the Pintours App

Walk with local guides through Minneapolis! Learn the surprising and often untold history of Minneapolis and the state it's in, from before statehood and through to the present

This journey takes you through history and beauty, starting at Kourion, an ancient city with impressive ruins and an amphitheater overlooking Episkopi Bay. Next, explore the medieval Kolossi Castle, a Crusader fortress with rich history. Then, visit the lively Limassol Old Town, where you can shop, relax, and explore its medieval castle. The day ends at the Rock of Aphrodite, where the Goddess of Love is said to have been born, offering stunning coastal views.

Rated 5 Stars, based on 28 Reviews.

Join a local and enthusiastic guide on a classic stroll through historic downtown Aspen highlighting the legends and lore behind iconic landmarks.  This tour brings a deeper understanding to what makes Aspen one of the greatest mountain towns in the world. This is a great activity for either first time or long time visitors.

Discover Siam's incredible past, present and future with this amazing bicycle tour around Thailand’s historic districts within Bangkok. Experience the sights, sounds and aromas of this picturesque area of the city, with its vibrant colors and culture that never fail to amaze.

Rated 5 Stars, based on 1 Reviews.

Take a journey to pre-war Warsaw, one third of which was inhabited by Jews. Discover the places that were important to this community: streets, garden and squares; find out how everything changed for them with the start of the WWII. As we will walk beneath the former Jewish quarter of Muranów, we will pay tribute to its given inhabitants. We will stroll along the quiet, green streets that once bustled with the life and bustle of Jewish shops and manufactories. We will visit memorials created in the past and more recent ones, such as a mural on one of the walls of a rebuilt building. It will be a real journey into the past. Looking forward to meet you in Warsaw!

Rated 5 Stars, based on 1 Reviews.

Bonn's 2000-year history has not always been peaceful and pleasant. Stories of witch persecutions, ancient cemeteries and bloody conflicts await you. How did people cope with pandemics like the plague or cholera? How much did an executioner earn and why was the night watchman so unpopular? After the tour you will be happy to live in different times and will look at the achievements of modernity in a different light. We recommend booking this tour in the evening if you dare.

Rated 4.5 Stars, based on 16 Reviews.

Ghost stories are one of the most ancient holiday traditions with roots dating back to Solstice celebrations. Join us on our walk through Mystic to hear some of tales of scariest Christmas creatures, the most spine chilling Christmas games and spirits and the true meaning of the spirit of Christmas. From native tradition to Dickensian spirit, the tales will make you think of Christmas and Mystic in a whole new way. It's not just Saint Nicholas flying through the sky but plenty of other beings and spirits as well — some are good and some perhaps more nefarious….

Explore the Gondola’s Mystique: "Explore a genuine sectioned gondola to uncover its hidden secrets. Learn about the historical and cultural significance of this quintessential Venetian symbol." Time-Travel on the Grand Canal: "Embark on a VR journey aboard a gondola through the centuries. Experience the vibrant Carnival festivities of the 1700s, just as Casanova did, and glide beneath the historic wooden drawbridge of the Rialto Bridge." Cultural Immersion and Souvenir: "Immerse yourself in Venetian culture at our unique bookshop, rich with stories and artifacts. As a cherished memento of your visit, take home a wooden 3D puzzle of a gondola, keeping a piece of Venetian charm with you."

Rated 5 Stars, based on 3 Reviews.

Rewind in history to discover some of the bloodiest crimes in the very heart of Paris! From a man-eating princess, to public enemy number 1, not to mention the assassination of Henry IV. Experience a world unique audio guided tour that is, let's say somewhat ….disturbing! For sure you won’t run out of creepy stories to share ! The commentaries and fun facts trigger automatically as you stroll, right where they happened ! Leave your smartphone in your pocket ! A short stop at a terrace or a shop, a small craving? Resume the visit when you want, right where you paused. Impossible to get lost. The guide provides clear audio directions and a map indicates clear directions to follow in real time. And if you take a wrong turn, the integrated geo-localization feature will get you back on track in no time! Customize your itinerary as you wish, relax and enjoy a fun and entertaining walking tour of Paris, at your own pace.

This private tour tells the story of Vela Luka by a licensed local guide. You will learn about the town and its history and culture by walking through the town itself and seeing the landmarks, mosaics, churches and other things that make this town unique. Hear the story about it all. You will hear about the local way of life, both then and now. Why is Vela Luka both the oldest and the youngest town on the island? How did a small fishing settlement become the biggest town on the island? How did the town function during wartime? Why is it considered the "homeland of good song"? On this tour, you will hear the answers to all of these questions, and a lot more. This tour is perfect for people who love discovering new cultures, learning about history and especially those who like to fully experience the places they visit. Join us on a journey through space and time and see for yourself why falling in love with Vela Luka is easier than you could imagine!

Rated 5 Stars, based on 4 Reviews.

Come and get to learn about the pre-incas culture of Peru! Visit an outstanding pyramid built by the year 200 a.c and get to the top the learn with our guide about the offerings given to our native gods. We also include the visit to the local museum where art pieces found in the pyramid are exhibited. Then, we go towards the best museum in Peru and one of the 25 top museums in the whole world. Larco Museum with its more than 35,000 ceramics awaits for you to show you all the magic and knowledge of our ancient cultures!

Have you ever wondered how our modern Christmas traditions began? Join us for a 1-hour walking tour through the streets of Colonial Williamsburg, where your guide will reveal the colonial Christmas celebrations that shaped our current traditions. You'll also learn how the decorating style of Colonial Williamsburg influenced decorations across the nation. Shades of Our Past is not affiliated with Colonial Williamsburg; therefore, this tour does not include entry to any buildings owned by Colonial Williamsburg. The tour takes place through the streets of Colonial Williamsburg and is subject to weather conditions. Please be prepared for various weather scenarios. Additionally, the advertised tour route may change based on activities in the Historic Area. Please note that tours may be unavailable on certain days due to staff participating in other events. For more details about these programs, please visit our website.

There's gay life in Japan beyond Tokyo, no matter what those capital-dwelling naysayers might say. Osaka is the center of Japan's second biggest metropolitan area, with 17 million people or so… so, do the math and you'll see we've got plenty to offer the LGBT traveler! This experience shows you two distinct areas of Osaka with their handily bifurcated audiences. This all-inclusive tour includes a light dinner, 2 drinks, and the transit cost between the two LGBT hubs of Shinsekai in the south and Doyama in the north. We're not the judgmental types, so as the tour ends, we're happy to point you in any direction you may want to go. You are on vacation, after all!

'Dive into the Past' is our most popular tour of Tbilisi. This part of the town itself makes the tour unique and magical. Besides the planned attractions our guests experience a lot of surprises as well.

A fantastic way to dive straight in to the history of London from the old Roman Settlement of Londinium to the Great Financial City that it is today, 12th century churches stand dwarfed by the grand skyscraper neighbours they have. You will defiantly feel out of time as we go from one time period to the next street after street