Discover Small Group Travel Like Never Before with Our Tour Packages
We offer cultural tours for small friend and family groups both in the United States and internationally. These tours are designed to give guests a chance to learn about and experience the culture and history of their destination while focusing on a specific theme, such as gardens or history. We offer a variety of tour options, so everyone can choose the tour that best suits their needs.
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Tulips in the Netherlands - 10 day tour April 23-May 3, 2025
What is the connection between the Netherlands and the Pilgrims? Who is the “cheese father” and what is his job? How many tulip bulbs are planted at Keukenhof Garden each year? Is the correct name: Holland or the Netherlands? Discover the answer to all of these questions and more by joining us on a Netherlands family group tour!
On our family-friendly tour you will:
Visit Keukenhof Garden’s lovely flower displays.
Experience history at the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam and Corrie ten Boom House in Haarlem.
Sample different cheeses at the oldest and biggest cheese market in the Netherlands.
Enjoy a relaxing boat tour through the “Venice of the Netherlands” in Giethoorn.
See original paintings by one of the most famous Dutch painters at the Van Gogh Museum.
Watch the process of creating hand painted ceramic pieces at the Royal Delft Factory.
Eat an authentic stroopwafel.
Listen to the sounds of windmills and craftsmen using traditional methods to create various goods.
Reformation in Germany - 10 day tour June 17-27, 2025
What was life like during Luther’s time? How was Martin Luther able to stay at Wartburg Castle for so long without being discovered? Where are Martin and Katie Luther buried? What did music in Luther’s time period sound like? Why is Bach considered to be such a remarkable composer? Discover the answer to all of these questions and more by joining us on our next Lutheran Heritage family group tour in Germany!
Think church history is boring? Think again! When you are on our family-oriented tour you will:
Hear the amazing acoustics in beautiful churches.
Feel the breeze and take in the views from Wartburg Castle overlooking the countryside and town of Eisenach .
Sit in the church in Wittenberg where Martin Luther preached.
Enjoy German food and have a beer in an authentic Biergarten.
Smell the flowers at the oldest botanical garden in Germany.
Eat like in Luther’s time at the Augustinian monastery in Erfurt, where Martin Luther studied.
Listen to Bach pieces played on authentic instruments from his time period at the Bach Haus in Eisenach.
See the differences between Luther’s design of the first Lutheran church in Torgau.
Visit the burial place of Katie Luther in St. Mary’s Church in Torgau.
Learn about what life was like in the time of Luther at the Luther 1517 - Wittenberg 360° exhibit.
Walk the streets of Eisleben where Martin Luther was born and died.
New York City - 7 Day Tour May 11-17, 2025
What are some of New York City's nicknames? Where is Alexander Hamilton buried? What food is the city most famous for? How big is Central Park? How many miles of subway tracks does New York City have? What was the longest running Broadway show?
Think NYC is only for grownups? Think again! When you are on our kid-friendly, the family-oriented tour you will:
● Explore the Natural History Museum where the movie "Night at the Museum" was filmed.
● Discover some of the statues in Central Park.
● Visit the grave of Alexander Hamilton.
●Taste the famous New York City pizza.
● Walk across the famed Brooklyn Bridge.
● Experience a Broadway show.
● Stand on the site of 9/11.
● Marvel at the secrets of Grand Central Station.
● Stroll through the oldest park in the city.
● Learn about the birthplace of American government in Federal Hall.
● Get a bird's eye view of the city from Top of the Rock (Rockefeller Center) or the Empire State Building.
● Feel the breeze on a boat ride to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.
Boston and New England - 7 Days August 17-23, 2025
Who is the most famous person to come from Boston? Where in Boston did the largest property theft in the world take place? How many people run the Boston Marathon each year? What was the Great Molasses Flood? Which New England town was the birthplace of the American military? How long did the Salem witch trials last? What is the most famous Newport mansion located along the Cliff Walk? Which Massachusetts town is home to Henry David Thoreau, Nathaniel Hawthorne, and Ralph Waldo Emerson, as well as other famous authors? Discover the answer to all of these questions and more by joining us on our next family group tour in Boston and New England!
Think New England is just a scenic fall destination? Think again! When you are on our kid-friendly, the family-oriented tour you will:
● Learn American history at sites along the Freedom Trail in Boston.
● Feel the ocean breeze along the Cliff Walk in Newport, RI.
● Explore the Tea Party ship and the USS Constitution in Boston.
● Experience what life on the Mayflower would have been like.
● Visit Louisa May Alcott's orchard house in Concord.
● Find out what happened during the Salem witch trials.
● Discover pirates in Salem.
● See where Paul Revere lived in Boston.
Lavender Fields of France 10 Days July 23-August 2, 2025
Which gardens is also the largest open air sculpture museum in the world? Which French garden was the first to be influenced by the Italian Baroque style? Who said "I perhaps owe becoming a painter to flowers"? What kinds of Japanese influences can be found in Monet's Garden? Where is the oldest botanical garden in France? Find out the answers to these questions and more when you join us for this gardens and parks (and a few castles) tour of France!
Think France is only about croissants in Paris? Think again! When you are on our family-friendly tour you will:
● Wander through the elegance of the Palace of Versailles and its gardens.
● Observe how French pastries are made.
● Sample a fresh croissant.
● Visit the oldest botanical garden in France.
● Smell the scent of lavender on the breeze in the fields of Provence.
● Learn the science behind how perfume is made.
● Tour a monastery and gardens.
● Enjoy a picnic lunch in one of the most beautiful botanical gardens in the country.
Why choose us?
There are many reasons to take our company's multi-day cultural tours for small groups. Our tours are designed to provide a great overview of the destination and its many attractions while still giving you plenty of free time to explore on your own. All of our tour leaders are highly skilled and can answer questions about the destination and help you with anything you need during your tour. Our itineraries are designed with groups of all ages in mind so you can bond with other group members while experiencing the best that your destination has to offer. Finally, our tour pricing is tour-inclusive, so there are no surprises or hidden costs - once you arrive at your destination, everything from airport transfers to meals to entrance fees is taken care of for you.
Family-friendly
Our company specializes in providing multi-day cultural tours that are designed with all different ages and interests in mind. All our tour itineraries are family friendly and we work hard to ensu...
Our company specializes in providing multi-day cultural tours that are designed with all different ages and interests in mind. All our tour itineraries are family friendly and we work hard to ensure you are with a group that fits what you are looking for. We welcome all different kinds of friend and family groups: homeschoolers, garden clubs, social clubs, those with young children or teens, adult siblings traveling with or without their own families, single parents, married parents, and blended families, multigenerational families, and grandparents or grandchildren wanting to take a trip together, special interest groups, groups from America or groups from other countries. We can't wait to meet you all!
Small Group Size
We keep our group sizes small so that everyone can get the most out of their experience and create lasting memories with their loved ones. These small groups also allow us flexibility and the abili...
We keep our group sizes small so that everyone can get the most out of their experience and create lasting memories with their loved ones. These small groups also allow us flexibility and the ability to see and do things bigger groups can't. Plus, it's easier to make new friends in a smaller group!
Tour-inclusive
When we say tour-inclusive, we mean it. From your arrival to departure, the only extra expense will be your souvenirs to remember your trip by. All tour inclusions are clearly stated so you can se...
When we say tour-inclusive, we mean it. From your arrival to departure, the only extra expense will be your souvenirs to remember your trip by. All tour inclusions are clearly stated so you can see exactly what your tour price includes (everything except airfare to and from your destination - we even include your travel insurance!).
Frequently asked questions
You can book a tour on our website or by calling us directly.
All meals and some snacks and drinks are provided for you, but you are welcome to bring your own additional food or drinks on the tour if you wish.
We recommend wearing comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and footwear.
Our group tour dates tend to be during less busy times of the year. Our tour destinations are popular places, but by choosing dates that are mostly off-peak, the weather tends to be more moderate and therefore more comfortable for everyone. There also tend to be fewer people during these seasons as well, which makes for a more enjoyable experience for everyone.
Our itineraries are designed to appeal to all ages and our group leaders will tailor each tour to the ages of the guests on it.
All of our tour leaders go through training before leading any tours. They are also industry certified and/or licensed. Because your safety is our priority, all tour leaders are also background checked and are first aid/CPR certified.
Our tour leaders are first aid and CPR certified in case of an emergency. If an injury or medical event is beyond their training, they will call for emergency services and/or get the guest to the nearest appropriate medical facility. In the case of illness, tour leaders can refer you to the nearest urgent care or hospital.
It is important to us that you get plenty of free time to spend however you want without missing out on anything. So our itineraries are structured for a few hours of free time each day and our scheduled days end around 7-7:30 pm most evenings so that you can spend the rest of the evening as you choose and go to bed when you want.
Generally, all activities and sightseeing will take place as scheduled, rain or shine, so be sure to bring appropriate clothes and shoes as well as an umbrella, just in case they are needed. In the event that the weather is severe enough that it is unsafe to be out, the tour leader may make changes to the itinerary to accommodate the situation.
It is very common for guests who join us to become friends over the course of the tour. They often find that they have a lot in common. We offer several opportunities for our tour guests to get to know each other prior to their trip so that no one feels like a stranger when we all finally meet in person that first day. We certainly want everyone to look forward to their trip, so If you feel more comfortable doing a tour with just people you know, please contact us about creating a closed/private or custom tour just for you.
There are two options if you wish to travel with just people you know. The first is a closed group or private tour. As long as you choose a destination and itinerary that is used for public group tours, the price will be the same (a minimum of 6 people still applies), we would just set a date for your private tour to begin. The other option is a custom tour, which could be anywhere and does not need to follow an existing itinerary. Just contact us and we will be happy to get that scheduled and designed for you. Please note there is an additional charge for custom tours which will be discussed with you when you contact us.
We do our best to minimize any standing in line or wait times. We pre-book any sites that require tickets for entry and most are for a specific time, so there is generally minimal waiting. We also try to schedule tours during less busy times of the year so that security lines, etc. are shorter. While we can’t always avoid waiting, we do our best to make it as short as possible.
Breakfasts are provided at your hotel. Lunches will generally be at food courts or box lunches. Dinners will be at family-friendly restaurants. We do try to have some variety in the types of restaurants we use in order to appeal to everyone. We also make sure that the restaurants we choose can meet any dietary restrictions that you or your family members might have. Generally, you will be able to see the menu for the restaurant prior to arrival so you will know what they offer ahead of time.
Most places we go are accessible. In the rare situation where it is not, your tour leader will let you know ahead of time so you can be prepared.
For our Washington DC tours, we get around by metro and by foot. You will be provided with metro cards during your stay. While there is a lot of walking, we do try to minimize it when possible, so that your little ones don’t wear out too fast.
Yes! If you would like us to design a custom tour for your family to any destination, please contact us and we will be happy to help make your vacation dreams come true!
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