America · TOURS
The good tours & days out fill up early and the best go first. Below: the 15 to book ahead, what each includes and how they differ.
A 9-hour Oahu circle tour from Honolulu with Diamond Head views, Halona Blowhole, Hanauma Bay, Byodo-In Temple, Haleiwa, and Dole Plantation.
“Mainly it’s a bus ride around the island. You need to have a good tour guide to share the island’s stories and history. Our guide Marlon was excellent in telling stories about the island.”
A 2-hour Salem walking tour with historian guides, lantern light options, and outdoor stops from the Witch Trials Memorial to the Witch House.
“Very informative. This is great for learning history. The guide is very knowledgeable, friendly, and enthusiastic.”
Guided ferry tour to Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island with flexible options, included tickets, and self-guided museums starting at $69.
“The tour part is two hours, then you’re off in your own. It was pretty pricey for the service you get. We tipped him because he was working out in the cold, not because he gave amazing information. He seemed to avoid history that might be controversial.”
See Midtown icons, Central Park, the 9/11 Memorial, and the Staten Island Ferry in one day with included ferry tickets.
“Great tour they take to great places to visit and to get better way of knowing New York better. Recommend”
Nighttime New Orleans ghost, voodoo, and vampire walk in the French Quarter, with LaLaurie and Lafitte sites, led by local guides.
“William was a great guide. He made sure to stop and wait up for people, to answer questions of all kinds, and knew everyone we passed by on the street. His stories were great and he made sure to keep us all engaged in the tour.We got to meet the current owner of Marie Leveaus home and go into a beautiful private courtyard who’s owner came home as we were passing by.”
Ride 30 blocks of Charleston in a one-hour horse-drawn carriage, guided by Palmetto Guild experts, with Belgian or Percheron horses.
“The tour guide Wendy had great humour and is a beautiful story teller. Loved going through the charming streets of the city.”
A 90-minute Chicago River architecture cruise with Wendella, expert narration, and great views of Marina City, the Wrigley Building, and more.
“Loved loved this tour ! So much history and a funny host!! Really enjoyed hearing all about Chicago’s history and the history of the river ! Great views and lots to see !”
See Boston by amphibious duck boat on land and splash down the Charles River, with narrated sights via a GPS app. From $59.75.
“Heart of gold thought of pure diamond. This guy is precious. He obviously should be teaching everybody else to do the tour and his professionalism and personification made everybody feel at home the things in the little things that he poinRead more”
Little Havana on foot with Cuban food, cigar rolling, dominos and live culture, plus a full lunch of tastings for $69.99.
“Great food, great history of the area. Toni is a denizen of the area, so her history is both deep and personal.”
Niagara Falls from both sides in one 6-hour tour: Maid of the Mist or Journey Behind the Falls, Cave of the Winds, Skylon Tower.
“Exceptional David our tour guide was very knowledgeable and love the extra consumer tips he gave about the rides.”
Oahu in one day with 16 stops plus North Shore snorkeling, snacks, gear, and hotel pickup. Big sights, short times, $109.
“The whole tour was awesome given theweather situation. Kathleen our tour guide and Victor our bus driver did an amazing job to keep us engaged and safe. Plus the bus is comfortable 😊. The governor of hawaii literally ordered a State of Emergency” while were doing the tour. But it was perfect and i find it very relaxing actually compared to other tours ive bern that super hectic and super fast. I highly recommend this one if u guys in Waikiki. Giving this tour a 5/5. 👍👍👍”
Half-day Niagara Falls US tour with Maid of the Mist, Cave of the Winds, elevator views, and multiple photo stops. Fast and close.
“Wonderful day with our excellent guide Lenny! He was the best. Well planned trip with a nice variety of activities. Be sure to wear your rain ponchos.”
Pioneer Square’s 1890s underground passageways, Skid Row stories, and Klondike Gold Rush context in a funny, small-group walking tour.
“We had a super fun time learning about Seattle’s history and our guide did an incredible job. Thanks!”
Lower Antelope Canyon in Page, Arizona, with a Navajo guided walk and photo help. 1 hour, small groups, world-famous light.
“Kylie was so great at presenting, taking pictures as a professional photographer and even singing ! Thanks a lot for this wonderful memory and for the exceptionals pictures taken 😉”
Half-day Mojave Desert ATV tour from Las Vegas with a guided ride on a private track near Lake Mead, plus Strip-area transfers and gear.
“It was not a pleasant experience I have done ATV in many countries. This was my first time doing it at Vegas. I was extremely disappointed our tour guide was Harry. We started the day with leaving late. The van had poor AC conditions and the day was very HOT. There were comments made by the driver that were inappropriate. When we arrived there was only one truck with helmets and containers that had water. There should have been a tent where people can stand under due to the extreme weather. Some of us couldn’t handle the heat after 20 mins into the ride and told the tour guide we…”
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