Discover the treasures of the world on an escorted tour to one of the many UNESCO World Heritage sites. History will come alive as you explore the ruins of the past. TravelWizard.com is featuring an eclectic selection of escorted tours to historical destinations from around the globe. Call 1-800-330-8820 to inquire about one the feature historical tours.
China to Tibet, the Roof of the World Tour
Visit Potala Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Climb to the rooftop of the world and cruise the Yangtze River downstream for three nights on this 19 day Explorations tour of China and Tibet. Travel aboard the "Sky Train" as it ascends through spectacular scenery to Lhasa, Tibet. Visit the iconic Potala Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tour the Giant Panda Breeding Sanctuary. Enjoy lunch with a farming family at home in rural Anwu Village, outside Xian.
Highlights include Beijing, Fengdu, Three Gorges Dam Project, Terracotta Warriors, Home Hosted Lunch, Train to Tibet, Potala Palace, Giant Panda Breeding Sanctuary, Cooking Class, Kite Master
Mexico's Colonial Jewels Tour
Visits 7 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Mexico
Vibrant Mexico is a swirling fiesta of native culture, archeological riches and Spanish flair. Explore its colonial treasures on this 12 day journey that visits 7 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Visit Guanajuato and Zacatecas resplendent with colorful and ornate colonial architecture built with silver mining wealth. Explore Morelia, rich in Baroque architecture and Indian handcrafts. Visit the shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe. See the ancient city of Teotihuacan. Visit the sprawling blue agave fields, and discover how tequila is made.
Highlights include Pyramids of Teotihuacan, National Folkloric Ballet Performance, Our Lady of Guadalupe, Granaditas Museum, San Miguel de Allende, Rafael Coronel Museum, El Eden Silver Mine, Hospicio Cabanas, Tequila Agave Fields, Patzcuaro, Morelia, National Museum of Anthropology, 7 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Glory & Ruins of the Maya Culture Tour
Visit 4 UNESCO World Heritage sites
Discover the glory of the Mayan empire on this 11 day Explorations tour of Guatemala with a 2 night stay in Honduras. Explore Tikal National Park the largest site in the Mayan World. Spend two nights in colonial Antigua, where pastel façades under terracotta roofs line cobblestone streets. Visit the colorful outdoor Chichicastenango Indian Market. Cruise Lake Atitlan. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of the Copan Ruins and Quirigua. Spend two nights in a rainforest resort.
Highlights include Archaeology Museum, Copán Ruins, Coffee Plantation, Quirigua, Banana Plantation, Rio Dulce, Tikal Ruins, Chichicastenango Indian Market, Lake Atitlán Cruise, Antigua, Jade Museum
Peru: Ancient Land of Mysteries Tour
Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites in Peru
Fantastic archeological treasures set amidst the soaring Andean peaks-this can only be Peru! Ride through the mountains to the fabled Incan city, Machu Picchu aboard the Vistadome train. Meet the indigenous Uros people of the floating islands on Lake Titicaca. Spend 2 nights in Paracas National Reserve, Peru's only coastal wildlife sanctuary. Cruise the Ballestas Islands and see the fantastic wildlife. Discover Lima's colonial heritage and see why it's a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Highlights include Lima, Sacred Valley of the Incas, Machu Picchu, Cuzco, Raqchi, Lake Titicaca, Ballestas Islands
Treasures of Spain Tour
Visit 6 UNESCO World Heritage sites in Spain
Discover an amazing cache of treasures in beautiful Spain - from the grandeur of the country’s unique paradors to its UNESCO World Heritage sites and cities on this 11 day Explorations tour. Draped in history and romance, paradors are former castles, monasteries, palaces and fortresses that now welcome travelers to stay the night. Enjoy a guided tour of the world famous Prado Museum. Visit fantastic Alcazar Castle. Explore Avila, Salamanca and Toledo. Spend two nights in Burgos, the birthplace of El Cid.
Highlights include Madrid, Prado Museum, Toledo, Segovia, Avila, Salamanca, León, Burgos, Alcala de Henares
Discover the Dalmatian Coast Tour
Visit Roman Palace of Diocletian, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Filled with medieval architecture, tranquil lakes and rolling green hills, this is one of today’s “must see” destinations. Your journey begins in the charming town of Oberammergau with reserved seats for a performance by local villagers of the world-renowned Passion Play, whose origins date back to 1634. During a two-night stay in Bled, Slovenia, you’ll take a “pletna” boat to the island on Lake Bled to visit its 17th century cathedral, and enjoy free time to explore this charming city. In Split, Croatia, you’ll experience the impressive Roman Palace of Diocletian, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Travel to the small parish of Medjugorje in Bosnia-Herzegovina where you can ascend Apparition Hill to pray before the cross that commemorates the spot where the Virgin Mary first appeared to the visionaries. Visit the birthplace of Marco Polo, the island of Korcula, before sampling local wines in the Peljesac region. During your visit to the medieval city of Dubrovnik, you’ll take a guided tour of “Old Dubrovnik” and see Europe’s oldest pharmacy at the Franciscan Monastery and enjoy a home-hosted dinner. Enjoy awe-inspiring scenery as you travel through Croatia’s most beautiful national park, Plitvice Lakes, a natural phenomenon of sixteen terraced lakes surrounded by forests and thick vegetation.
Highlights include Oberammergau, Passion Play, Bled, Pletna Boat Ride, Split, Diocletian Palace, Medjugorje, Dubrovnik, Korcula Island, Wine Tasting, Plitvice Lakes National Park
Magnificent Cities of Central Europe Tour
Visit the Wieliczka Salt Mines a UNESCO World Heritage Site
This tour showcases historic and culturally-rich cities in Germany, the Czech Republic, Austria, Hungary, and Poland. Enjoy two night stays and guided tours in Berlin, Prague, Vienna, Budapest, Krakow and Warsaw. See what remains of the Berlin wall at "Checkpoint Charlie." Go to the Wieliczka Salt Mines, a Polish UNESCO World Heritage Site, operating since the 13th century. See the sacred Black Madonna of Czestochowa. Visit the former concentration camp of Auschwitz.
Highlights include Germany, Potsdam, Sans Souci Palace, Czech Republic, Hradcany Castle, Austria, Schoenbrunn Palace, Hungary, Mathias Church, Poland, Wawel Castle, Salt Mines, Auschwitz, Black Madonna, Warsaw
