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History tours

Our History tours focus on significant events, encounters and destinations, from Charlemagne's achievements and the revival of empire to an exploration of pre-Columbian civilisations in Peru; from forces that shaped the Western Balkans to the passion and politics of civil war Spain. Acclaimed historians provide context and analysis on in-depth journeys through place and time.

Central to all our history tours is the choice of lecturer; top academics and experts with first-hand experience of the places and detailed knowledge of the period in question. They include former diplomats, army officers and foreign correspondents – well placed through their myriad contacts to open doors onto the past.

Additionally, our UK based residential history symposia programme presents leading scholarship in digestible and entertaining ways. We run one of two of these events per year – contact us to register your interest.

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Vietnam: History, People, Food From Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh

Cruising the Douro Wine, gardens, history and architecture from Porto to the Spanish border

The Divine Office: Choral Music in Oxford A unique event of exceptional musical intensity and spiritual potency

Albania: Crossroads of Antiquity Archaeology, history, art and landscape

In Search of Alexander Classical sites in northern Greece

" Dana Healey's lectures informed us of the country's complex history and influences in a manner intelligible to all of us. Her willingness to be further grilled "after hours" was much appreciated. " Vietnam: History, People, Food - From Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh

" Having Martin as lecturer with such intimate knowledge of the region, with so many historic and current connections to the area, was a treat. " Cruising the Douro - Wine, gardens, history and architecture from Porto to the Spanish border

" The combination of an interesting and inspired musicians all brought together in such beautiful settings makes for a very special experience The festival really provided so many special moments that I will carry with me for years to come. " The Divine Office: Choral Music in Oxford - A unique event of exceptional musical intensity and spiritual potency

" My highlights featured more recent history, namely the UNESCO towns of Berat and Gjirokastra, the citadel at Kruja (excellent Ethnographic museum, intriguing and amusing Skanderbeg Museum) and Tirana. " Albania: Crossroads of Antiquity - Archaeology, history, art and landscape

" The itinerary was well thought out and was a nice balance between archaeological sites, museums and churches. " In Search of Alexander - Classical sites in northern Greece

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History tours in Italy

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