Historical Tours & Trips in USA
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10 best Historical USA tour packages
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- Georgia History Trail to Nashville
- New England Holiday featuring the historic Omni Mount Washington Resort (Boston, MA to Newport, RI)
- America's Historic Trail with New York add-on
- Gold Experience – 6 Days
- Magnificent West – 8 days
- Las Vegas, Sedona & Monument Valley – 5 days
- Gold Experience 7 days
- Historic Trains of the Old West with Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
- America's Musical Heritage
- Spotlight on South Dakota featuring Mount Rushmore & The Badlands (2027)
Duration 8 days Destinations Atlanta, Savannah, Charleston, Asheville, Nashville Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Travel From
- US$3,565
Duration 7 days Destinations Boston, Bretton Woods, Newport Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Collette From
- US$3,399
Immerse in America's founding at Philadelphia's Congress Hall and Christ Church where Washington worshipped. Tour Colonial Williamsburg's living history exhibits, visit Jamestown Settlement, and explore Monticello's mansion and gardens. Experience Amish culture in Lancaster County.
Duration 11 days Destinations Washington DC, Charlottesville, Richmond, Philadelphia, New York City Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Just You From $7,755
5% Off- US$7,354You save $401
Gold Experience – 6 Days
15 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Impressing landscapes! Well taktet and planed.”
Susanne, traveled in August
Duration 6 days Destinations San Francisco, Modesto, Yosemite National Park, Las Vegas, Grand Canyon National Park, Page, Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese Operator Empire Vacations From
5% Off- US$1,360
Magnificent West – 8 days
21 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I had a very good 8 days from 22nd of Jan till 29th 2024 with your team and literally suggest your company to all.”
Pedram, traveled in January
Duration 8 days Destinations Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, Carmel, San Francisco, Yosemite National Park, Las Vegas, Sedona, Monument Valley, Valley of Fire State Park Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese Operator Empire Vacations From
5% Off- US$1,570
Las Vegas, Sedona & Monument Valley – 5 days
10 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The places we saw made it all worth it. The coach was very comfortable, the tour was well organised.”
Philippa, traveled in December
Duration 5 days Destinations Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Sedona, Monument Valley, Zion National Park, Valley of Fire State Park Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese Operator Empire Vacations From
5% Off- US$1,045
Gold Experience 7 days
20 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour was a really good experience. Good Job!”
Angelina, traveled in October
Duration 7 days Destinations Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, Carmel, San Francisco, Modesto, Yosemite National Park, Grand Canyon National Park, Page, Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National ParkSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese Operator Empire Vacations From
5% Off- US$1,465
Historic Trains of the Old West with Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
212 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Our tour of the Historic Trains of the West and the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta was excellent.”
Polly, traveled in October
America's rich heritage comes alive at Mesa Verde National Park's 700-year-old cliff dwellings, Bandelier National Monument's ancestral pueblos, and Chimayo's historic sanctuary. The journey features three historic railways, including the Durango & Silverton through spectacular Rocky Mountain terrain.
Duration 11 days Destinations Denver, Breckenridge, Glenwood Springs, Ouray, Silverton, Durango, Mesa Verde National Park, Taos, Santa Fe, ChimayoSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Globus From
5% Off- US$5,199
America's Musical Heritage
152 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The different places we travelled to and the top class hotels we stayed in.”
Stephen, traveled in April
Musical heritage flows through Nashville's Country Music Hall of Fame, Memphis's Graceland, and New Orleans' French Quarter. Houmas House Plantation, Frogmore Cotton Plantation, and St. Martinville's Evangeline Oak reveal Southern history.
Duration 10 days Destinations Nashville, Memphis, Clarksdale, Greenwood, Indianola, Natchez, Lafayette, New Orleans Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Globus From $4,369
6% Off- US$4,119You save $250
Spotlight on South Dakota featuring Mount Rushmore & The Badlands (2027)
38 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Spotlight on South Dakota by Collette tours was a fantastic trip, 5 excellent day trips and entertaining dinner shows.”
Geraldine, traveled in May
Wild Bill Hickok's grave anchors Deadwood's frontier sites. The Oglala Lakota Living History Village shares Native American culture, while Mount Rushmore's presidential carvings tower above. The historic 1936 Wall Drug Store remains frozen in time.
Duration 7 days Destinations Rapid City, Oglala, Badlands National Park, Deadwood, Custer State Park, Devils Tower Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Collette From
6% Off- US$2,899
What people love about Historical Tours in USA
- Gold Experience – 6 Days
Very nice tour allowing to see many places in only a couple days! Nice guides and nice groups who change in the middle of the trip (mix tours)! I was traveling alone and this tour was great to meet people and to discover wonderful places!
- Magnificent West – 8 days
Except the hotels and breakfast, rest of the tour was great.
- Las Vegas, Sedona & Monument Valley – 5 days
We really enjoyed this tour. The days on the bus are long as the distances travelled are vast but the places we saw made it all worth it. The coach was very comfortable, the tour was well organised and our guide Lorenzo & bus driver, Ozzie, kept us informed (about where we were going, an history of the places and what to expect next) and entertained throughout. The hotel accommodation was perfect for our needs. Definitely a tour worth doing. Family of four (including 2 teens)
What our customers ask about Historical Tours & Trips in USA
What are the must-see historical highlights on USA historical tours?
American history comes alive at essential sites across the country from Hawaii's Pearl Harbor National Memorial to Philadelphia's Independence Hall and Liberty Bell to Ellis Island in New York. Civil War battlefields dot the Southern landscape adding depth to the historical narrative. At Independence Hall one TourRadar traveler shared: "The history of America springs to life viewing the historically significant sites where the Declaration of Independence was written and signed in 1776. Even from outside you can feel the energy of this pivotal moment in history." Most tours include stops at presidential residences like Thomas Jefferson's Monticello with expert historians providing context.
When is the best time to take a historical tour in the USA?
Spring (April-May) and fall (September-October) offer the most pleasant conditions for exploring America's historical sites with moderate temperatures and fewer tourists. Washington DC welcomes visitors with cherry blossoms in spring while New England's historical landmarks are enhanced by fall colors. Summer brings heat and crowds particularly at popular spots like Philadelphia's Independence Hall. According to a TourRadar traveler: "We visited in October and the weather was perfect for walking the Freedom Trail in Boston and exploring outdoor historical sites."
What types of accommodations can I expect on USA historical tours?
Accommodations range from contemporary downtown hotels to properties rich in history. Boston visitors often stay at the Hyatt Regency Downtown while Virginia offers the historic Hotel Viking in Newport with its 95-year legacy. Some itineraries feature unique stays in converted historical buildings such as Mackinac Island's Grand Hotel on Collette's tours which maintains its Victorian character through the centuries.
Are meals included on USA historical tours?
Tour packages typically cover daily breakfast and select group dinners often featuring local historical cuisine. Colonial Williamsburg offers authentic 18th-century dining experiences in historic taverns. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The included dinners were a highlight especially the colonial-themed meal at City Tavern in Philadelphia where the staff wore period costumes and served authentic 18th-century recipes."
What historical themes are covered on these tours?
Tours explore the breadth of American history including Colonial America the Revolutionary War Civil War Civil Rights Movement and Native American heritage. Many focus on specific eras or regions such as New England's Colonial past or Southern Civil War sites. A TourRadar participant shared: "Our tour of Boston to Philadelphia covered everything from the first settlements through the Revolutionary War with expert guides bringing each period to life through stories and visits to preserved historical sites."
What's included in a typical historical tour package?
Standard packages cover lodging transportation between locations admission to historical sites professional guides and select meals. Colonial Williamsburg tours feature dedicated historical interpreters while Mount Vernon visits include expert local guides. As one TourRadar traveler commented: "Everything was well-organized - from the knowledgeable local guides to the authentic historical experiences and comfortable accommodations at the Emeline Hotel in Charleston."
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