Heritage Tour Cultural And Theme Tours
| Cultural and Theme Tours Heritage Tour Get your bearings in Amsterdam on this comprehensive, 2.5-hour introductory tour. Perfect for first-time visitors, the tours run in the morning leaving you free time to explore Amsterdam on your own in the afternoon. You also have the option of combining the tour with a delightful one-hour canal cruise for an all-inclusive introduction to this magical city of canals and gabled houses. The in-depth city tour offers you the opportunity to experience some of the highlights of Amsterdam, and help you get to grips with the city layout. With more than 6,800 monumental houses and buildings, Amsterdam has the largest historical city center in Europe. The city is best-known for its three rings of canals lined by elaborately decorated merchants' residences and warehouses built in the 17th century, the Dutch 'Golden Age'. Ninety islands were created when the canals were built, connected by hundreds of charming bridges. Special Offer - Book and travel before March 17, 2010 and save 50% off the recommended retail price - BOOK NOW! City: Amsterdam Region: Noord-Holland Country: Netherlands Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes Continent: Europe |
| Cultural and Theme Tours Heritage Tour Explore Chicago's international, modern and postmodern movements, from the powerful, minimalist work of Mies van der Rohe's to contemporary styles that incorporate new, environmentally-sustainable technology. A great 2 hour tour for architecture buffs as well as anyone with a simple interest in the buildings of Chicago. Learn about post-WWII developments and the impact of technological and zoning changes. Admire the stainless steel cladding on the Inland Steel Building, the whimsical post-modern designs of the Harold Washington Library and 190 S. LaSalle, and contemporary buildings like One South Dearborn, Blue Cross-Blue Shield and the Art Institute's Modern Wing. City: Chicago Region: Illinois Country: United States of America Duration: 2 hours Continent: North America |
| Cultural and Theme Tours Heritage Tour Discover the opulent exteriors and interiors of the Roaring '20s Jazz Deco and the classic finishes of Art Moderne buildings in this 2 hour tour. Learn of Chicago's influence on the international Art Deco movement, and trace the history of lively architectural heritage. During the period between the two World Wars, an eclectic design style developed that later became known as Art Deco, used to refer to a mix of styles from the 1920s and 1930s. Through the Roaring Twenties and the Great Depression of the 1930s, the Art Deco style infused the everyday world with an elegant style of cool sophistication. What characterizes Art Deco design most is its geometry and simplicity, often combined with vibrant colors and simple shapes that celebrate the rise of commerce and technology. From luxurious objects made from exotic materials to mass produced, streamlined items. Chicago's Jazz Age architecture was simply called Modernistic when it was created in the 1920s, and Moderne as it evolved into the Swing era of the 1930s. Whether starkly cubistic or smoothly streamlined, the new office and apartment buildings that redefined the skyline embodied the new language of building until the 1950s. On this tour you will discover the opulent exteriors and interiors of the Roaring '20s Jazz Deco buildings and the classic finishes of Art Moderne buildings. Learn of Chicago's influence on the international Art Deco movement, and trace the history of this short-lived but lively architectural heritage. Come and experience the very essence of Art Deco! City: Chicago Region: Illinois Country: United States of America Duration: 2 hours Continent: North America |
| Cultural and Theme Tours Heritage Tour The Johore Bahru Malaysia Half-Day Tour from Singapore starts with a visit to a handicraft center to observe batik painting. This is followed by a visit to Sultan Abu Bakar Mosque before arriving at a Kampong. Drive across the causeway linking Singapore and Malaysia. After immigration formalities, we commence our tour of Johore Bahru with a visit to a handicraft center to observe batik painting. This is followed by a visit to Sultan Abu Bakar Mosque, a Moorish-styled mosque that is strategically positioned on top of a hill overlooking the Straits of Johore Bahru. Built in 1900 and is one of the most beautiful mosques in Malaysia, before arriving at a Kampong. |
| Cultural and Theme Tours Heritage Tour Visit the Malay Village of Singapore, which showcases the rich cultural heritage of the Malays and relives life in a Malay kampung in the 50's and 60's. Stop at Changi Chapel and visit the museum, here you will be able to see the history of World War II. Visit a Malay Ethnic Area of Singapore, listen as your english speaking guide recounts stories of collective spirit that rose through the darkest times of World War II as you continue your journey to visit the Changi Chapel and Museum. |
| Cultural and Theme Tours Heritage Tour This Boston Walking Tour is a trek along the Freedom Trail is a walk through Boston's past. Wind your way back into history and follow the trail traveled by the Patriots in their fight for independence. Visualize the scenes and listen to the echo of Patriots in their struggle to break away from British rule. As you walk the Freedom Trail, you'll discover many of the sites that played an important role in the American Revolution. You'll be at the actual sites where historic events took place. Find out which government building nearly went to Chicago, and which historic building was used as a British riding school. And, which U.S. president once defended British soldiers involved in the Boston Massacre? Every step you take on the Footsteps to Freedom walking tour gives you insight into Boston's colonial times. Some of the historic sites on this photographic journey are the Shaw Memorial, Park Street Church, Old Granary Burying Ground, King's Chapel, Old City Hall, Old Corner Bookstore, Old State House, Boston Massacre site and Faneuil Hall, Paul Revere's house, and Old North Church. Let your photographs reveal the stories of American history. City: Boston Region: Massachusetts Country: United States of America Duration: 90 minutes Continent: North America |
| Cultural and Theme Tours Heritage Tour Beacon Hill impresses locals and tourists alike with its charming streets, brick sidewalks lined with gas lamps, hidden houses, and parade of doors and doorknockers. This 18th century neighborhood is rich in history, elegant architecture and stately homes and is waiting for you to explore on this Boston Walking Tour. Discover the gems that make Beacon Hill sparkle, and hear fascinating stories about the residents who once lived there. How did Beacon Hill get its name? Why do the street names have a common theme? Learn that and more as you're transported to a different place and time on the Beacon Hill Masterpieces tour. This Boston Walking Tour is a photographic journey takes you from the Shaw Memorial to the picturesque streets of Beacon Hill. Stops along the way include Acorn Street and Louisburg Square. City: Boston Region: Massachusetts Country: United States of America Duration: 90 minutes Continent: North America |
| Cultural and Theme Tours Heritage Tour Learn about the traditional bamboo longhouses of Sarawak on this cultural three-hour tour from Kuching. Anah Rais is considered one of the largest Bidayuh longhouses and therefore one of the most popular. Previously known as the Land Dayak during the British colonial rule, this well preserved bamboo longhouse is home to many families. Anah Rais is a large Bidayuh (Land Dayak) village about 45 minutes from Kuching. Formerly known as the Land Dayak during the era of the Brookes and British colonial rule at Anah Rais. It is one of the many longhouses that dot the landscapes of Sarawak. The focal point of the village is a large and well-preserved traditional bamboo longhouse which is home to dozens of families. This guided tour introduces visitors to the unique architectural and cultural features of the longhouse and the traditional farming lifestyle of the Bidayuh people City: Sarawak Region: Sabah and Sarawak Country: Malaysia Duration: 3 hours Continent: Asia |
| Cultural and Theme Tours Heritage Tour Explore the Northeast Coast of Taipei and stroll through the Chiufen Village also known as Jiufen on this four-hour tour from Taipei. Drive to the east coast of Taipei to visit the Northeast Coast National Scenic Area, a popular swimming spot for the locals. Offering fascinating rock formations, lighthouses, fishing villages, pastoral farmlands and temples. You'll be picked up from your Taipei city hotel at 1:00pm, drive along the northeast coast of Taiwan to the National Scenic Area, popular location with the locals. The northeast coast scenic area is noted for its numerous capes and bays backed by green mountains. Visit Pitou Cape, tall abrasion caves and platforms and other eroded landforms which can be clearly seen on the cape's hanging cliff.
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| Cultural and Theme Tours Heritage Tour Experience the ancient City of the Gods on a visit to the archaeological site of Teotihuacan. Your full day guided tour will highlight the complexities of Aztec treasures. You'll have the opportunity to climb the magnificent Pyramids of the Sun and Moon and see the Butterflies Temple, the Avenue of the Dead and the Temple of Quetzalcoatl. Book now for a step back in time that you'll never forget! Few cities in the world have been considered worthy of being inhabited by Gods but Teotihuacan is such a city. Thousands of years of civilization, which today can still be felt along its wide avenues projecting out towards the cardinal points of the universe had to pass before this place could be elevated to the ranks of a mythical city. This half day tour will take you to the archaeological site of Teotihuacan, which is one of the most impressive sites of the Aztec World. Located only one hour outside of Mexico City, you'll have the chance to see the complexities of Aztec treasures. You'll also visit the Shrine of our Lady of Guadalupe, the most visited religious site in Latin America. Built in the 16th Century, this Shrine is a wonderful example of Spanish Baroque Art. In 1531, a 'Lady from Heaven' appeared to a poor Indian at Tepeyac, a hill northwest of Mexico City. She identified herself as the Mother of the True God, instructed him to have the bishop build a temple on the site and left an image of herself imprinted miraculously on his tilma. Special Offer - For a limited time only, save over 10% off the recommended retail rate - BOOK NOW! City: Mexico City Region: Distrito Federal Country: Mexico Duration: 7 hours Continent: North America |
| Cultural and Theme Tours Heritage Tour Stroll through traditional Balinese countryside then relax with refreshments. On to the Royal Temple of Mengwi - Pura Taman Ayun - complete with moat, shrines and carved gates. Visit the sacred Monkey Forest, a cluster of towering trees, home to hundreds of monkeys and experience the famous 16th century "Sunset Temple" of Tanah Lot to marvel at this sacred spot 200 meters off shore. On this tour you will take journey into the countryside by coach and make a stop to take a short walk (approx. 300 meters) through Scenic Terraced Rice Paddies. Cultivated in unique Balinese style, surrounded by coconut trees and tropical horticultural plants including sweet potatoes and tapioca. At the end of your stroll, relax in a Balinese pavilion and sample traditional Indonesian fried tapioca and sweet potato together with mineral water, tea or coffee. |
| Cultural and Theme Tours Heritage Tour Take an historical tour of Beijing through the narrow streets, known as Hutong on a traditional rickshaw. See the gardens at Prince Gong’s Mansion, Beijing’s largest and the best preserved royal mansion of Qing Dynasty. See the old Beijing that still exists for millions of people today. This 3-hour Beijing Hutongs and Rickshaw tour starts from the Drum and Bell Tower. Travel the streets of old Beijing by rickshaw, on the way, you will see the magnificent gardens at Prince Gong's Mansion, Beijing's largest and the best preserved Qing Dynasty royal mansion. Tour concludes with a visit to a local Chinese family home. City: Beijing Region: Beijing Country: China Duration: 3 hours Continent: Asia |
| Cultural and Theme Tours Heritage Tour The stop today will be Orange where you will be taken on a panoramic tour to discover its Arch of Triumph, a symbol of Roman imperialist glory and its Antic Theater, the most well-preserved theatre in the Roman Empire and the only one in Europe which still boasts its stage wall. Next you will visit Vaison-la-Romaine, a Provencal village and Roman city. The countless Roman remains include the theater, thermes, villas, mosaics, Notre Dame de Nazareth Cathedral and much more. The Roman Bridge leads to the Medieval city. On your return journey travel through the vineyards of the Cote du Rhone area. City: Avignon Region: Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur Country: France Duration: 4 hours Continent: Europe |
| Cultural and Theme Tours Heritage Tour Discover the history of the Salem Witch Trials! Travel north from
Boston to historic Marblehead, the birthplace of the American Navy.
Visit Abbott Hall to see Archibald M. Willard's famous painting, "The
Spirit of 76." In Salem, step back to 1692 and visit the Salem Witch Museum (admission not included). Learn about the history of witchcraft as well as some of the reasons why the witch trials occurred. Travel down Derby Street past Nathaniel Hawthorne's Custom House&the House of the Seven Gables. Time is allowed to stop at Pickering Wharf for Lunch and exploring. Whether it is witches or authors, museums or shopping, you will find it in Salem. This tour is seasonal and only operates from June to October. City: Boston Region: Massachusetts Country: United States of America Duration: 7 hours Continent: North America |
| Cultural and Theme Tours Heritage Tour Discover glorious Banff in the summertime on a 3-hour tour. Visit famous landmarks and historic places with your local guide and hear how the Cave and Basin were rediscovered. This small-group tour allows ample time to take photos and participate in short walks. Build a connection to this World Heritage Site on a trademark sightseeing tour as you visit Banff's landmarks and historic places. Hear how the 11,000 year old human history of the Bow Valley changed when three railway workers rediscovered the Cave and Basin, now a National Historic Site. Your time will be spent enjoying the sights, taking photos, and participating in short walks to view points. Tour Highlights:
This tour is seasonal and only operates from April through to November. City: Banff Region: Alberta Country: Canada Duration: 3 hours Continent: North America |
