People travel abroad for vacation for a variety of reasons. The humdrum, ho-hum every day existence disappears in a froth of history and fantasy as vacationers place themselves in a day in the life of another country. A taste of exotic foods, a cruise on historic rivers and walking in the footsteps of long ago legendary figures stretches the mind, touches the emotions and recharges the vitality strained by the ho-hum. There are too many cool, inspiring, classic and invigorating places to list, but we’ve chosen five of the best private guided tours you’ll ever go on. We think you’ll get a kick out of these.
Private guided tours are special for several reasons. Private guides lead less populated tours, therefore they consider your individual needs better than your everyday tour guide. Got a vegan in the group? Not a problem for a private guide. They know all the best places catering to any needs. Are children coming along? They’ve got you covered. Private guides know all sorts of fascinating things kids love to see and do. Is there a history guru, someone who secretly wanted to be an archaeologist, or a wine expert among the group? Private tour guides deliver personal experiences that you’ll never forget.
But it’s At Home!
People come from all over the world to walk the battlefields of the American Civil War. With the exception of the Crusades in the Holy Lands, no other battle in the history of man captures the imagination, stops the breath, if only for a moment, and touches the emotions like Gettysburg. Here, a desperate Confederate general gambled that his troops could curl around Washington, D. C. from the North, capture the capitol and win the war. An equally determined Yankee general was primed to prevent such an occurrence. The vicious battle decimated the Confederates, who retreated to Virginia, determined to try again.
A private tour guide will drive your car, while you listen to the high points of the battle. They have been doing this since 1915, and it is the most popular touring choice. The guides are very knowledgeable of the terrain, the battle and the people involved. You can relax while someone else drives your car, take pictures and visualize the charge up Little Round Top. This is by far the best private guided tour of all!
Mama Mia!
To many people, Italy means exquisite food and wines. They don’t think about the castles, villas and fishing villages on rocky coasts. That’s what a private guided tour is all about. Honeymooners, anniversaries and birthdays are all excellent occasions to celebrate a privately guided wine tour. Got a hankering to see the Italian Riviera? How about Rome or Italian lakes? Tailored private tours are available to those who want to experience an Italian vineyard, and taste authentic food and wine.
The Country, Not the Bird
As ancient as it is exotic, Turkey is the home of minarets, bazaars and wondrous food. Take a ferry to the Asian side of the area for a taste of the Far East. A private tour guide will explain the country’s history and culture in addition to fascinating facts that you won’t get on a classic tour. Closet archaeologists will appreciate the museums, while those who fancy architecture will enjoy the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sofia and the Sultan’s Palace. Water aficionados will love the Bosporus. The private guides speak English and tailor the tour to your needs.
Made in China
China is so much more than the manufacturing place of Barbie dolls, toasters and clothing. It’s the land of Shanghai, the romance of Xian and beauty that will make you gasp. Take a Yangtze River cruise, see the Great Wall and travel the famed Silk Road. Tibet with all its wonder awaits you, as do sampans and trading bazaars. Privately guided tours teach you about the history, peoples and culture of China as well as its growth into a 21st century nation. And the food is terrific!
The Glory of Russia
St. Petersburg, and we don’t mean Florida, is about poetry, incredible architecture and the arts. Faberge eggs, the ballet and heart-stopping classical music began here, but don’t end here. Palaces, museums, and other historic buildings have a personality all their own. Wait until winter to visit, and have a ride through ivory white streets in a Russian sled or a troika. Russia, too, has an ancient history that will fascinate and entrance all who visit her present. Private tour guides can show you the heartbeat of Russia, her people and her adventures.
Private tour guides are multi-lingual, interesting in their own right and knowledgeable about their country. Discover one today.
If you’re ready to book a private tour, contact a luxury travel agency today.
