Looking for inspiration for your 2024 travel experience? From visiting the sacred battlefields of Europe, the Pacific and the Civil War, to following the path of America’s explorers and legendary figures, we’ve got 24 inspiring historical tours for you to choose from.
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AMERICAN HISTORY TOURS
Apache Wars of the Southwest
“The Tour was everything I had hoped for. I learned so much about the Apache Culture and history, as well as the Spanish presence in the early Southwest. ” – Jim Price More >
Crazy Horse & Custer Tour: War on the Great Plains
“From the many museums, The Little Bighorn, the Crazy Horse memorial and Mt. Rushmore. to the amazing landscapes, it was a history buffs fantasy come true.” – Jim Price More >
Lewis and Clark Tour: Undaunted Courage
“Marvelous. Terrific combination of history and nature and cultural background. Our historian was full of information and every day had a mix of hiking, viewing artwork, enjoying great food, on and on.” – Laura and Michael D. More >
Revolutionary War: Road to Yorktown
“Loved this tour! It started in one of my favorite southern cities, Charleston, SC, and ended in Colonial Williamsburg. Along the way we visited many battlefields and historic sites. Our historian made events come alive with his stories, and his explanations of battle tactics were fascinating.” – Helen S. More >
CIVIL WAR TOURS
Civil War: Mississippi River Campaign
“This is to thank you and your team for a great holiday discovering the complexities of the Civil War and of the South. ” – Jack and Nancy More >
Civil War: This Hallowed Ground
“There is no substitute for visiting the sites where history was made. My highlights were standing on Little Round Top, walking Pickett’s charge, and seeing the Union river crossing site at Fredericksburg. If you want to understand how our nation became one from many, this tour is for you.” – Thomas Sutton More >
Civil War: War on the Rivers, Rails and Mountains
“I loved everything about this tour – perhaps a highlight for me was being at the top of Lookout Mountain on a misty morning imagining how it would have been with the two armies clashing at the ‘Battle above the Clouds’. All Museums, Mansions and sites were extremely interesting, our Hotels exceptional!” – Christine Strachan More >
WWII, WWI AND MILITARY HISTORY TOURS
Band of Brothers® Tours: The Original!
“This tour is special. There is nothing else like it.” – Major Dick Winters, The Commander of Easy Company More >
Battle of Britain and Dunkirk: Their Finest Hour
Highlights include an exclusive tour of IWM Duxford and VIP seating for Battle of Britain Air show! More >
Battle of the Bulge
“Chris Anderson’s personal first hand knowledge of events made this tour very special indeed. A highlight for us was being at Dick Winter’s foxhole in the Ardennes.” – George and Cheryl Holt More >
D-Day to the Rhine: The Best!
Stephen E. Ambrose himself designed our D-Day tour. Our itinerary is based on thousands of hours of interviews with D-Day veterans, studying of the battlefields, and other WWII research. It is unmatched in its authenticity. More >
80th Anniversary of D-Day: Operation Overlord
This 80th Anniversary of D-Day Tour covers the planning and launch of the D-Day Invasion, Operation Overlord. During the 8-night tour we visit the invasion beaches of Omaha and Utah and the Normandy American Cemetery, as well as other key sites that will live in your memory. More >
80th Anniversary of D-Day: D-Day to the Rhine
Follow along the path where America’s best and brightest fought in World War II. Walk the sands of Omaha Beach stirred by the memories of the young men who came ashore under fire in June of 1944. Pay tribute to our fallen heroes at the official June 6 Commemorative ceremonies at the Normandy American Cemetery. Visit the town squares, woods, and fields where the paratroopers landed in the predawn hours on 6 June. More >
80th Anniversary of D-Day: The Airborne
This tour tells the story of this pivotal moment in WWII history from the perspective of the Airborne Divisions. On D-Day, June 6, 1944, paratroopers from the U.S. 82nd and 101st Airborne Divisions, along with the British 6th Airborne Division, were dropped behind enemy lines in Normandy. Throughout the war, airborne troops were utilized in various campaigns, such as Operation Market Garden and the Battle of the Bulge. This tour will be led by Senior Historian Chris Anderson who is an expert on the Normandy Invasion, Band of Brothers, and 101st Airborne. More >
80th Anniversary of D-Day: Churchill’s London to the Battle of the Bulge
In London, you will see where Winston Churchill led Great Britain through its “darkest hour,” and visit some of his favorite spots. In Normandy, France, you will walk the sands of Omaha Beach stirred by the memories of the young men who came ashore under fire in June of 1944. As we make our way to Bastogne, you will explore the town squares, woods, and fields where the paratroopers landed in the predawn hours on 6 June. The final part of this D-Day tour covers the Battle of the Bulge. More >
80th Anniversary of D-Day: Pattons’ 3rd Army
The first part of this tour covers the planning and launch of the D-Day Invasion, Operation Overlord. We will begin in England, visiting key sites in London, and then ferry to Normandy, where you will walk the sands of the invasion beaches. As we make our way to Patton’s Headquarters in Nehou, we will visit the town squares, woods, and fields significant to the Allied victory. We will then follow Patton’s Third Army across France, to its relief of Bastogne and invasion of Germany. Along the way, you will learn about Patton from Patton expert Kevin Hymel, who has authored three books on the Maverick General. More >
Italian Campaign Tour: Sicily to Rome
“The boot of Italy is a very tough place to get through even with a care. We went to some places where most tours would normally not go. It turned out to be a winner. Everybody was very pleased with it.” – Ford Murray More >
Manhattan Project: Journey through the Manhattan Project National Historic Park System
“It was an honor to walk in these historic places and contemplate how history changing they were. I highly recommend this tour.” – Susan Yu More >
Mighty Eighth Air Force
In honor of the 80th anniversary of the start of the Combined Bomber Offensive, we are excited to offer this new tour in 2024, studying this important WWII campaign, visiting the aircraft, and exploring the places that made history Highlights include an exclusive tour of IWM Duxford and VIP seating for Battle of Britain Air show. More >
Operation Overlord Tour: Planning and Launch of D-Day Invasion
“Honestly – everything was so great. I cannot imagine any improvement on the content of the info.” – Judy N More >
War in the Pacific Tour with Iwo Jima Reunion of Honor
“It so vastly exceeded my expectations on every level. The Crown Jewel Highlight, however was the Reunion of Honor flight and visit to Iwo Jima. Standing atop Mount Suribachi and walking along the Black Sand Invasion Beaches was a Lifetime Dream come true.” – Ron Huntington More >
WWII: Drive to Victory in Europe
Follow in the footsteps of the Allies as they marched through Europe, traveling from Paris to Arnhem, Bastogne, Luxembourg, Frankfurt, Nuremberg, Berchtesgaden, and Munich while you learn about the key events that led to the defeat of the Nazis. “It is fulfilling in some way to stand in the locations where history was made. The Battle of the Bulge sites, Nuremberg, including the 1930’s rally grounds, Dachau, Berchtesgaden and the Eagle’s Nest were all highlights for us.” – Mark and Linda Lettow More >
WWII Poland and Germany Tour: Beginning and End of the War
“This profoundly moving tour dramatically expanded my understanding of WWII in Europe, particularly the often over-looked (by Americans) heroism and resilience of the Polish people. ” – John Littlefield More >
WWI Tour: War to End All Wars
“It was an amazing 2-wk trip that began in Brussels then on to the Battle of Waterloo that re-drew the map of Europe in the early 19th century and set the stage for events leading up to WWI. Highly recommended!” – Gary Rohrer More >
