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63 Night Capitals of Culture Expedition

July 10, 2024

Royal Caribbean International®: Serenade of the Seas

Barcelona/Miami

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Destination	Arrival	Departure
Barcelona Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! Barcelona: Walking Tour with Picasso Museum and Medieval Quarter <p><span><span><strong>A walking tour through the Ribera quarter of the city with the Santa Caterina Market, Palau de la Musica, Santa Maria del Mar church, the Born Cultural Center, the Montcada street with medieval mansions and visit the Picasso museum.</strong><br /> <br /> <strong>4 hour tour<br /> Morning or afternoon tour<br /> No wheelchair<br /> Moderate physical activity<br /> Pick up and drop off at the Port</strong></span></span></p> <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Included: </strong></font><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Guided Tour; Entrance Fees</font></p> <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""></p> <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Not Included: </strong>Any meals, Taxis or other services not specified</font></p> <p><br /> <br /> <span><span> <br /> La Ribera quarter was in Roman times a place for country homes. In the 6<sup>th</sup> century, the area was dominated by a Christian necropolis. The first monastery was raised here in the 11<sup>th</sup> century. In the 13<sup>th</sup> century it was a busy tradesmen’s district and Passeig del Born was Barcelona’ s main square from the 13<sup>th</sup> to the 18<sup>th</sup> centuries. Jousting tournaments, executions and other public entertainments took place in the Middle Ages.<br /> The Santa María del Mar church is one of the best examples of 14th century Catalonian Gothic architecture. It is the work of the architect Berenguer de Montagut and was the templeof the shipowners and merchants in Gothic Barcelona. Seen from the outside, its appearance is solid and robust, dominated by straight lines. The inside consists of three naves, an ambulatory and is without a transept. The amazing height of the central nave with its majestic octagonal columns stands out.<br /> The Palau de la Música Catalana was built between 1905 and 1908 by the architect Lluís Domènech i Montaner and it is an architectural jewel of Catalan Art Nouveau, the only concert venue in this style to be listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO (4th December 1997), which today represents an essential landmark in the cultural and social life of Catalonia.<br />  <br /> The Santa Caterina market building was constructed on the former site of the Convent of Santa Caterina, from which it takes its name. The refurbishment of Barcelona’s first covered food market by the architectural practice of Enric Miralles and Benedetta Tagliabue was completed in 2005. The food market revealed a gleaming, undulating and brightly coloured roof designed to be seen from the air. The roof is attached to the building by a wooden structure, and a vast mosaic of coloured ceramic pieces, representing fruit and vegetables, boldly breaks with the traditional look of a market.<br />  <br /> The Picasso Museum in Barcelona is a clear example of the ties Pablo Picasso had with the city of Barcelona. Here, he not only received sound academic training but also the artistic effervescence that lit the fire and opened the doors towards modernism.<br /> Inaugurated in 1963, the Picasso Museum not only owns the most important and exhaustive collection of the works of art from Pablo Picasso's youth and period of training but also holds temporary exhibitions of other artists related to this artistic figurehead.</span></span></p> <p></p> Barcelona: Walking Tour of the Gothic and Jewish Quarters <p><span><span><span><strong>A walking tour through the gothic and Jewish quarters of the city with the San Felipe Neri and Santa Maria del Pi churches, Plaça del Rei, Palau Reial Major, Plaça Reial, Sant Jaume square, roman ruins, City Hall, Governor Palace and a visit to the gothic cathedral and the old synagogue.</strong></span><br /> <br /> <strong>4 hour tour<br /> Morning or afternoon tour<br /> No wheelchair<br /> Moderate physical activity<br /> Pick up and drop off at the Port</strong><strong> </strong></span></span></p> <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Included: </strong></font><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Guided Tour; Entrance Fees</font></p> <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""></p> <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Not Included: </strong>Any meals, Taxis or other services not specified</font></p> <p><br /> <br /> <span><span>Its early city centre, which was surrounded by walls during Roman times, makes up what today is the Gothic and Jewish Quarter. Narrow streets, with quiet squares and attractive corners, are home to an abundant collection of Gothic buildings, both civil and religious. Surrounding Barcelona's impressive gothic Cathedral, medieval palaces emerge, such as Casa dels Canonges and Casa d´Ardiaca. The Plaça del Rei brings together another labyrinth of marvellous buildings, such as the Palau Reial Mayor and the Chapel of Santa Ágata. The Plaça Sant Jaume holds the Palau de la Generalitat (headquarters of the Catalan government) and the City Hall.<br /> <span>The oldest</span> <span>synagogue in Europe dating back to 1306 is in Barcelona. </span>The site of the older Call of Barcelona –the Call Major– is located between l’Arc de Santamon, Call, Bisbe and Sant Sever Streets. In the mid-13th century, the geographic space designated to the Jewish community was amplified. On the outskirts of what is today the Church of Sant Jaume, the Call Menor (Minor) sprouted and thrived.</span></span></p>   <p></p> Barcelona: Montserrat Half Day Excursion <p><strong><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Drive through countryside villages to the Benedictine abbey of Montserrat Monastery which contains the most revered image in Catalonia, the Virgin of Montserrat, patron saint of the catalan people. You will be able to attend to a recital by the Escolania, one of the oldest choirs in Europe and visit the museum.</font></strong></p> <strong>5 hours tour<br /> Morning tour<br /> No wheelchair<br /> Light physical activity<br /> Pick up and drop off at the Port</strong> <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Included: </strong></font><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Transportation by Deluxe Vehicle; Guided Tour; Entrance Fees</font></p> <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""></p> <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Not Included: </strong>Any meals or other services not specified</font></p> <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">The moreneta of Montserrat. The adoration of this Virgin extended all over South America when the monk Bernat Boil accompanied Christopher Columbus to the New World. </font></p>   <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">It is said that an image of the Virgen de Montserrat appeared in a cave in the mountain. Situated 45 kilometres Northwest of Barcelona, the monastery was founded by Abbot Oliba in 1025, although there is evidence that in the year 888, there was a chapel dedicated to the Mother of God. In the 12th century the Romanesque church was built and in 1223, the first European School for child singers. Leon XIII declared the Virgin of Montserrat patron saint of Catalunya. In the year 1500, San Ignacio de Loyola arrived as a pilgrim. The library has over 300,000 books. We have a choir school. There is a museum with paintings by artists such as El Greco, Picasso and Dalí. There are even treasures from ancient Egypt, amongst which one of the most outstanding treasures is a mummy. Montserrat lost most of its heritage during the Napoleonic Wars. However, since the Monastery was restored in 1844, the Museum has formed a valuable collection of artistic works. Private donations, from the artists themselves, and the sensitivity of the monks have made this possible. The Museum is divided into different sections organised in an instructive way. There are 13th century documents that prove that a choir school already existed in Montserrat. It was a religious and musical institution, made up by choir boys. </font></p> Barcelona: Girona Full Day Excursion <p><strong><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Drive along the highway to visit this important medieval city, with the Call Jewish quarter, the Bonastruc ça Porta jewish center, located in the emblematic building that housed the last synagogue of Girona, it is currently the home of the Museum of the History of the Jews and the Nahmanides Institute for Jewish studies. The Arab baths, the gothic Cathedral and the Monastery of Sant Pere de Galligants. </font></strong></p> <strong>7 hours tour<br /> Morning tour<br /> No wheelchair<br /> Light physical activity<br /> Pick up and drop off at the Port </strong><br />   <p background-color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Included: </strong></font><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Transportation by Deluxe Vehicle; Guided Tour; Entrance Fees</font></p> <p background-color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source=""></p> <p background-color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Not Included: </strong>Any meals or other services not specified.</font></p> <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">The so-called "City of the Four Rivers", shows us a historic centre dominated by medieval buildings and reminders of Romans, Arabs and Jews. Inside the walled enclosure of "La Força Vella" you can find the culiminating works of its historical destiny. One of the rivers, the Onyar, divides the historic centre from the modern city. </font></p>   <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">The old centre of this Catalan city preserves remains of its long history, from the time it was founded by the Romans in the 1st century B. C. To them we owe its original wall, whose remains stretch from the Archaeological Walk to the Wall Gardens. </font></p>   <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Set in this walled enclosure (La Força Vella), stands the Cathedral. Its Romanesque origin is shown in its fortress-like appearance and strategic location, although the most outstanding aspect is an immense Gothic nave, the widest in Medieval European architecture. Inside, it preserves one of the textile jewels of Catalan Romanesque, the Creation Tapestry. </font></p>   <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Girona has other key pieces of religious architecture, like the Benedictine monastery of Sant Pere de Galligants. The convent of Sant Doménech, built in Gothic style and a clear example of the importance of the religious orders in the colonisation and repopulation of Catalonia during the Middle Ages, stands amid gardens. </font></p>   <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Also to this historical period belong important displays of Arab and Jewish art, the result of these cultures living side-by-side with Christianity for centuries. So, you will discover the multitude of small streets making up El Call, the Jewish quarter of Girona. Calle Força is the heart of this district, which had a synagogue and centres of cabbalistic study. The Call is currently one of the best preserved Jewish quarters in Spain.</font></p>   <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">In the 12th century, Jews moved to a lower part of the city. In 1160 they were already inhabiting the Call, the name given to Jewish quarters in Catalonia. It is a name coming from Latin callis (street), which would become carrer in Catalan and calle in Spanish. In medieval times, call meant a "group of narrow streets". These paved, narrow and labirynth streets constituted the urban space where most of the Jewish population in Girona settled in the 13th and 14th centuries. The community's main body was formed by tradesmen and craftsmen: tailors, shoemakers, weavers, barbers, furriers, blacksmiths, goldsmiths and silversmiths opened their workshops in the Call´s narrow streets. Others devoted their time to medicine and astrology, while those who had the means became money-lenders. In Girona there is The Bonastruc ça Porta Centre, located in the emblematic building that housed the last synagogue of Girona, is currently the home of the Museum of the History of the Jews and the Nahmanides Institute for Jewish studies.</font></p>   <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Not far from here, a Capuchin convent houses the Arab Baths, where we should point out a pavilion built on eight fine columns and crowned by an octagonal cupola.</font></p> Barcelona: Girona, Figueres & Dali Theater-Musem Full Day Excursion <p><strong><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Drive along the highway to Girona to visit this important medieval city, with the old Call Jewish quarter, the Bonastruc ça Porta jewish center, the arab baths & the gothic cathedral. Afterwards to Figueres to visit the Dali fascinating surrealist theater-museum, a monument to the artist´s fervid imagination. </font></strong></p> <strong>9 hours tour<br /> Morning tour<br /> No wheelchair<br /> Moderate physical activity<br /> Pick up and drop off at the Port</strong> <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Included: </strong></font><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Transportation by Deluxe Vehicle; Guided Tour; Entrance Fees</font></p> <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""></p> <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Not Included: </strong>Any meals or other services not specified</font></p> <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Set in this walled enclosure (La Força Vella), stands the Cathedral. Its Romanesque origin is shown in its fortress-like appearance and strategic location, although the most outstanding aspect is an immense Gothic nave, the widest in Medieval European architecture. Inside, it preserves one of the textile jewels of Catalan Romanesque, the Creation Tapestry. </font></p>   <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Also to this historical period belong important displays of Arab and Jewish art, the result of these cultures living side-by-side with Christianity for centuries. So, you will discover the multitude of small streets making up El Call, the Jewish quarter of Girona. Calle Força is the heart of this district, which had a synagogue and centres of cabbalistic study. The Call is currently one of the best preserved Jewish quarters in Spain. </font></p>   <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Not far from here, a Capuchin convent houses the Arab Baths, where we should point out a pavilion built on eight fine columns and crowned by an octagonal cupola. </font></p>   <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Figueres, county capital of Alt Empordà, extends over a river plain situated inland in the province of Girona. Known as the home of Salvador Dalí, this town with deep Catalan roots offers visitors the chance to go to the Dalí Theatre-Museum, dedicated to the genius of surrealist painting. </font></p>   <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">The Dalí Theatre-Museum is without doubt, however, one of the historical milestones that has left the greatest mark on the character of the town was the birth of Salvador Dalí. Situated in the old municipal theatre, has become one of the main cultural places to see in the city. Designed by the artist himself, it holds an important exhibition, which, through numerous works, allows you to take a trip through the career of the main considered a master of Surrealism. The site was extended with the Torre Galatea, where the artistic genius died. </font></p> Barcelona: Gaudi & Domenech Masterpieces Half Day City Tour <span><span><span><strong>Visit the Sagrada Familia magnificent church inside (The Temple of the Holy Family) Gaudi´s unfinished masterpiece, the Modernist Sant Pau Complex by Lluís Domènech.</strong></span><br /> <br /> <strong>3 hours tour<br /> Morning or afternoon tour<br /> No wheelchair<br /> Moderate physical activity<br /> Pick up and drop off at the Port</strong></span></span><br />   <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Included: </strong></font><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Transportation by Deluxe Vehicle; Guided Tour; Entrance Fees</font></p> <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""></p> <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Not Included: </strong>Any meals or other services not specified</font></p> <br /> <br /> <span><span><span>The urban development of the central area of Barcelona was defined, towards the end of the 19th century, by the Eixample (urban expansion). An extensive grid, with large avenues and chamfered corners, joined the irregular layouts of old districts and outlying towns to the surrounding hills. The emerging Catalonian bourgeoisie chose this place to build its mansions and palaces, following the most daring principles of Modernism. <br /> <br /> The Sagrada Familia great expiatory temple: in 1883 the brilliant Gaudí agreed to direct this work, succeeding Francisco de Paula. The artist worked on it until his death. Work to complete this great church still continues today. The first architect to work on this project planned a Neogothic building. However, following his death, Gaudí took over, respecting the original layout of the work, but soon leaving the mark of his personality and way of doing things. He finished only the chapel of San José, the crypt and the door of El Nacimiento. The façades and the entire exterior show extensive decorative elements in bright colours. La Pasión entrance has a cryptogram there.<br /> <br /> The Modernist Sant Pau Complex was built between 1905 and 1930 and designed by Lluís Domènech i Montaner as a garden city for nursing the sick. After being used as a public hospital for a century, its newly refurbished pavilions shine again in all their splendour. A visit to this exceptional architectural ensemble is a unique experience. This is Europe’s foremost art-nouveau complex and an icon among Barcelona’s dazzling array of landmarks which embodies the city’s innovative spirit. It was awarded World Heritage status by UNESCO in 1997 and now its architectural and artistic values have been brought to a wider audience with the new use of its pavilions.</span></span></span><br /> <br />   Barcelona: Tour of the Gaudi Houses <strong><span><span>A<span> walking tour in the city center to visit inside the Gaudi houses, </span></span></span><span><span><span>Casa Milá La Pedrera, a beautiful and charming monument of great fantasy with its famous roof-top chimneys resembling medieval knights and the incredible Casa Batlló, an architectural gem with a mosaic façade and a tiled roof.  From outside the art nouveau buildings, Amatller with ornamentation of polychrome tiles and the Lleo Morera in floral style and the Modernist museum inside (closed on Mondays). </span>  </span></span></strong><br /> <br /> <span><span><strong>3 hours tour<br /> Morning or afternoon tour<br /> No wheelchair<br /> Light physical activity<br /> Pick up and drop off at the Port</strong></span></span> <p background-color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Included: </strong></font><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Guided Tour; Entrance Fees</font></p> <p background-color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source=""></p> <p background-color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Not Included: </strong>Any meals, Taxis or other services not specified</font></p> <span><span><em>    </em><br />  <br /> The urban development of the central area of Barcelona was defined, towards the end of the 19th century, by the Eixample (urban expansion). An extensive grid, with large avenues and chamfered corners, joined the irregular layouts of old districts and outlying towns to the surrounding hills. The emerging Catalonian bourgeoisie chose this place to build its mansions and palaces, following the most daring principles of Modernism. Works by Gaudí, such Casa Milà “La Pedrera”, Casa Batlló and the temple of the Sagrada Familia (the Holy Family); Casa Amatller of Josep Puig i Cadalfach and Casa Lleó-Morera of Lluís Domènech I Montaner are just a few of the many modernist gems treasured by the city.<br />  <br /> Casa Milà, better known as La Pedrera (Catalan for “The Quarry”), is a building designed by the Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí. It is located in the Eixample district of Barcelona. It was built for Roger Segimon de Milà. It is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site “Works of Antoni Gaudí”. The building does not have any straight lines. Most people consider it magnificent and overwhelming; some say it is like waves of lava or a sand-dune. This building seems to break our understanding of conventional architecture. The most astonishing part is the roof with an almost lunar appearance and dreamlike landscape.<br /> Casa Batlló building looks very remarkable, like everything Gaudi designed, only identifiable as Modernisme or Art Nouveau in the broadest sense. The ground floor, in particular, is rather astonishing with tracery, irregular oval windows and flowing sculpted stone work. It seems that the goal of the designer was to avoid straight lines completely. Much of the façade is decorated with a mosaic made of broken ceramic tiles (trencadís) that starts in shades of golden orange moving into greenish blues. The roof is arched and was likened to the back of a dragon or dinosaur.<br /> The Museu de Modernisme Català is housed in a centrally located modernista building designed by the architect Enric Sagnier.n The top floor of the MMCat showcases the furniture and decorative arts and has a room dedicated to Antoni Gaudi. The ground floor displays paintings, sculptures and stained glass.</span></span> Barcelona: Gaudi’s Barcelona – 4 hours An architectural delight awaits you today in Barcelona. Receive a warm greeting at the port from your private guide and driver and commence your half-day tour with a visit to Catalan architect Antoni Gaudi’s masterpiece; the impressive, but unfinished Sagrada Familia. Although work started on this project in 1882, this iconic church is not expected to be completed until 2028!<br /> <br /> Continue on to Parc Guell, a beautiful municipal garden with a superb panoramic view over the city; the focal point is a colourful sea-serpent-shaped central terrace. Visit the gatehouse where Gaudi lived during his later years which is now a museum dedicated to him. Transfer back to the port at the end of your tour.<br /> <br /> <strong><span><span><span>Highlights: </span></span></span></strong> <ul> <li><font color="#484848">Visit the impressive, but still unfinished Sagrada Familia, masterpiece of the Catalan architect</font></li> <li>Wander through Parc Guell, the UNESCO World Heritage Site considered Gaudi's most colourful creation</li> </ul> <div><br /> <strong><span><span><span>Tour Duration:</span></span></span></strong><span><span><span> 4 Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong> Morning/ Afternoon<br /> <br /> <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> Parc Guell is not recommended for people with mobility issues and is inaccessible for wheelchair users. Please enquire for more information<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Light<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong> </span></span></span></div> <ul> <li><span><span><span>Private transport by luxury car or minivan</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>An expert local driver and guide for 4 hours</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>Entrance fees to all sights and museums</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>All taxes</span></span></span></li> </ul> <div><strong><span><span><span>Exclusions:</span></span></span></strong></div> <ul> <li><span><span><span>All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs</span></span></span></li> <li>Gratuities</li> </ul> Barcelona: Art and Architecture in Barcelona – 8 hours An architectural delight awaits you today in Barcelona, one of the most exciting cities in Europe! Receive a warm greeting at the port by your private guide and driver and commence your full-day tour with a visit to Gaudi's masterpiece, the impressive, but unfinished Sagrada Familia.  Although work started on this project in 1882, this iconic church is not expected to be complete until 2028! <br /> <br /> Next, visit Parc Guell, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Catalan architect Antoni Gaudi's most colourful creations.  Continue along Passeig de Gracia, to view Gaudi's Casa Batlló and Casa Mila from the outside, with its brilliant wave-like façade.<br /> <br /> After lunch, lose yourself in the narrow streets of the true heart of the city - the medieval Gothic Quarter.  Here you will visit the magnificent 13th-century Cathedral, and the Picasso Museum, where some of the painter's earliest works are housed. At the end of your tour you are transferred back to the port.<br /> <br /> <strong><span><span><span>Highlights: </span></span></span></strong> <ul> <li><span><span><span>Walk the labyrinthine alleys of the medieval Gothic Quarter to find architectural gems like the Church of Santa Maria del Mar</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span>Admire the Sagrada Familia and the Picasso Museum, where some of the artist's earliest works are housed</span></span></li> </ul> <div><br /> <strong><span><span><span>Tour Duration:</span></span></span></strong><span><span><span> 8 Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong> Morning/ Afternoon<br /> <br /> <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> Please enquire for more information<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Light<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong> </span></span></span></div> <ul> <li><span><span><span>Private transport by luxury car or minivan</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>An expert local guide for 8 hours</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>Entrance fees to all sights and museums</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span><span><span>All taxes</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> <div><strong><span><span><span>Exclusions:</span></span></span></strong></div> <ul> <li><span><span><span>All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs</span></span></span></li> <li>Gratuities</li> </ul> Barcelona: A Walk Through Barcelona and The Sagrada Familia Park Guell for Families- 6 Hours Your chauffeur and your guide will<br /> be waiting for you at the port. They will be at disposal for 8 hours. Your chauffeur will drive you to the city center of Barcelona.<br /> <br /> <strong>A Walk Through Barcelona</strong><br /> You will start your day by an exciting 2-hour walking tour of the oldest parts of Barcelona: the Barri Gothic and Born neighborhoods. You will follow your guide as he/she leads you into the small, narrow streets to discover the vibrant, trendy ambiance of Born and the historical atmosphere of the Gothic Quarter. You will see the Santa Maria Del Mar church, the Royal Palace and the world famous “Las Ramblas” avenue. The fun facts and stories<br /> told by our guide will keep your children highly engaged. The children will each get a game booklet to keep them engaged and entertained. After this tour, you will enjoy a<br /> lunch break. Your guide will be there to give recommendations depending on your taste.<br /> <br /> <u>Included: </u> <ul> <li>A Walk Through Barcelona:</li> <li>Private certified guide</li> <li>2 hour walking tour</li> <li>Game booklet for</li> <li>each child</li> <li>2-hour experience</li> </ul> <br /> <strong>The Sagrada Familia and Park Güell</strong><br /> In the afternoon, you will enjoy a 3-hour tour inside the two iconic Gaudi sites in Barcelona, the Sagrada Familia and the Park Güell. You will follow your guide inside the<br /> jaw-dropping and daring church and listen to the stories about its architecture, construction and future. After 1,5 hours spent in the Sagrada Familia, you will head out to<br /> Park Güell. There you will witness the beauty of Gaudí’s mosaics as well as enjoy a beautiful panoramic view of Barcelona. To keep the children entertained during this 3-hour tour, they will all get their own fun-filled game booklet. A perfect way to combine both educational discovery and fun!<br /> <br /> <u>The Sagrada Familia and</u> <ul> <li>Park Güell:</li> <li>Private certified guide</li> <li>Skip-the-line tickets to</li> <li>Sagrada Familia and</li> <li>Park Güell</li> <li>Transfer in a private</li> <li>mini van</li> <li>Game booklet for</li> <li>each child</li> <li>3-hour experience</li> </ul> <br /> At the end of the tour, depending on your cruise departure time, your chauffeur will drive you back to the port. Art and Architecture in Barcelona (8 hours) <strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> An architectural delight awaits you today in Barcelona, one of the most exciting cities in Europe.  Receive a warm greeting at the port by your private guide and driver and commence your full-day tour with a visit to Gaudi's masterpiece, the impressive, but unfinished Sagrada Familia.  Although work started on this project in 1882, this iconic church is not expected to be complete until 2028! <br /> <br /> Next, visit Parc Guell, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Catalan architect Antoni Gaudi's most colourful creations.  Continue along Passeig de Gracia, to view Gaudi's Casa Batlló and Casa Mila from the outside, with its brilliant wave-like façade.<br /> <br /> After lunch, lose yourself in the narrow streets of the true heart of the city - the medieval Gothic Quarter.  Here you will visit the magnificent 13th-century Cathedral, and the Picasso Museum, where some of the painter's earliest works are housed. At the end of your tour you are transferred back to the port. <ul> <li>Walk the labyrinthine alleys of the medieval Gothic Quarter to find architectural gems like the Church of Santa Maria del Mar</li> <li>Admire the Sagrada Familia and the Picasso Museum, where some of the artist's earliest works are housed.</li> </ul> <strong>Tour Duration:</strong> 8 hours<br /> <strong>Tour can operate:</strong> Morning/Afternoon<br /> <br /> <strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please enquire for more information<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Light<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong> <ul> <li>Private transport by luxury car or minivan</li> <li>An expert local guide for 8 hours</li> <li>Entrance fees to all sights and museums</li> <li>All taxes</li> </ul> <strong>Not Included: </strong> <ul> <li>All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs</li> <li>Gratuities</li> </ul> Gaudi’s Barcelona (4 hours) <strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> Receive a warm greeting at the port from your private guide and driver and commence your half-day tour with a visit to Catalan architect Antoni Gaudi’s masterpiece; the impressive, but unfinished Sagrada Familia. Although work started on this project in 1882, this iconic church is not expected to be completed until 2028!<br /> <br /> Continue on to Parc Guell, a beautiful municipal garden with a superb panoramic view over the city; the focal point is a colourful sea-serpent-shaped central terrace. Visit the gatehouse where Gaudi lived during his later years which is now a museum dedicated to him. Transfer back to the port at the end of your tour. <ul> <li>Visit the impressive, but still unfinished Sagrada Familia, masterpiece of the Catalan architect</li> <li>Wander through Parc Guell, the UNESCO World Heritage Site considered Gaudi's most colourful creation</li> </ul> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>4 hours<br /> <strong>Tour can operate: </strong>Morning/Afternoon<br /> <br /> <strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please enquire for more information<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Light<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions: </strong> <ul> <li>Private transport by luxury car or minivan</li> <li>An expert local guide for 8 hours</li> <li>Entrance fees to all sights and museums</li> <li>All taxes</li> </ul> <strong>Not Included: </strong> <ul> <li>All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs</li> <li>Gratuities</li> </ul>	07/10/2024	07/10/2024
Valencia Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! Spain: Valencia Highlights Tour - 5 hours Nestled along the sunny Costa Azahar the orange blossom coast lies the beautiful, city of Valencia, where ancient history meets modern innovation and everything in between.<br /> <br /> Your private bilingual guide will pick you up and show you the secrets of the famous City of Arts and Sciences, taking you past the original, medieval city gates, among other historical and emblematic sites, before you enter the bustling, pedestrian historic city center where you’ll find ancient Roman ruins at the L’Almoina underground archeological museum. You’ll also visit La Lonja Silk Exchange, our prized UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the world’s greatest examples of gothic architecture.<br /> <br /> You´ll also see and hear the stories of the Basilica in the Plaza de la Virgen, as well as the Cathedral and many of our city plazas such as the main Plaza Ayuntamiento, where locals and tourists gather together for business and leisure. Your guide will help you expertly maneuver the busy Mercado Central, where locals buy and sell fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses, wines and more.<br /> <br /> After all that exploring, you’re sure to work up an appetite. it's time to stop to taste the famous Horchata drink with the sweet traditional fartons.<br /> <br /> <strong>What's Included?</strong> <ul> <li>5-hours private guided tour</li> <li>Entrance to 2 monuments</li> <li>Snack</li> <li>Transportation during the whole tour in private taxi</li> </ul> <strong>What Isn't Included? </strong> <ul> <li>Meals or drinks not mentioned</li> <li>Souvenirs</li> </ul> Highlights of Valencia (4 hours) <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Highlights:</span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <font color="#484848" face="Source Sans Pro, sans-serif"><span>Admire the remarkable riverside designs of renowned contemporary architect Calatrava en route to the 15th century Silk Exchange of the Llotja. Stop for a glass of horchata en route to the beautiful Gothic cathedral, where the supposed Holy Grail is treasured.</span></font><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <br /> <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Tour Duration: </span><span font-size:="" sans="" source="">4 hours</span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Tour can operate: </span><span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Morning/Afternoon</span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Wheelchair Accessible: </span><span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Please enquire for more information</span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Physical Activity Level:</span><span font-size:="" sans="" source=""> Light</span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Inclusions: </span> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li>Private transport by luxury car or minivan</li> <li>An expert local guide for 8 hours</li> <li>Entrance fees to all sights and museums</li> <li>All taxes</li> </ul> <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Not Included:</span> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li>All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs</li> <li>Gratuities</li> </ul>	07/11/2024	07/11/2024
Cartagena (Spain) Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! Ancient Cartagena (7 hours) <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Highlights:</span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <font color="#484848" face="Source Sans Pro, sans-serif"><span>Delve back into history to witness the original Punic Wall and the Roman Theatre. Venture out of town to see the country's largest lighthouse and the beautiful village of Cabo de Palos.</span></font><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <br /> <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Tour Duration: </span><span font-size:="" sans="" source="">7 hours</span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Tour can operate: </span><span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Morning/Afternoon</span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Wheelchair Accessible: </span><span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Please enquire for more information</span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Physical Activity Level:</span><span font-size:="" sans="" source=""> Light</span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Inclusions: </span> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li>Private transport by luxury car or minivan</li> <li>An expert local guide for 8 hours</li> <li>Entrance fees to all sights and museums</li> <li>All taxes</li> </ul> <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Not Included:</span> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li>All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs</li> <li>Gratuities</li> </ul>	07/12/2024	07/12/2024
Malaga Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! Spain: Malaga Walk & Taste Tour - 3 hours <u><strong>Highlights</strong></u><br /> Join for a fun and delicious evening and learn how Malaga has become one of the country’s top dining destinations!<br /> <br /> Have a stroll through the beautifully illuminated streets of Malaga, tasting some of the best local wines paired with delicious tidbits. From different typical Malaga sweet wines, to refreshing whites, fruity reds and even artisanal vermouth, you will really get to experience our diverse wine growing regions. Bars, taverns and restaurants will make you feel welcome, offering their tastiest treats like Iberian cold cuts, fresh seafood and other local specialties.<br /> You will pass by some of the most emblematic venues and hidden alleyways of Malaga by night in an enchanting tour that combines food, culture and history.<br /> <br /> <strong>What's Included?</strong> <ul> <li>3 hours private tour with an expert local guide</li> <li>4 Foodie Stops</li> <li>8 Tapas & 5 paired Wines.</li> </ul> <strong>What Isn't Included? </strong> <ul> <li>Meals & Drinks not mentioned</li> <li>Souvenirs</li> </ul> Gibralfaro (4 hours) <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Highlights:</span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <font color="#484848" face="Source Sans Pro, sans-serif"><span>Make your way to Mount Gibralfaro to kearn how the famed castle is intertwined with Malaga's millennia of history. Visit the Picasso Museum to witness the magnificent collection of paintings and sculptures from one of Spain's most famed creatives.</span></font><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <br /> <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Tour Duration: </span><span font-size:="" sans="" source="">4 hours</span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Tour can operate: </span><span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Morning/Afternoon</span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Wheelchair Accessible: </span><span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Please enquire for more information</span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Physical Activity Level:</span><span font-size:="" sans="" source=""> Light</span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Inclusions: </span> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li>Private transport by luxury car or minivan</li> <li>An expert local guide for 8 hours</li> <li>Entrance fees to all sights and museums</li> <li>All taxes</li> </ul> <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Not Included:</span> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li>All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs</li> <li>Gratuities</li> </ul>	07/13/2024	07/13/2024
Casablanca Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! Casablanca City Visit - 4/5 hours <span><span><span>Meet your car and driver at the Port of Casablanca near the gangway. <br /> <br /> <strong>Duration :</strong> Approximately <strong>4 / 5 hours</strong><br /> <br /> <strong>Points of Interest:</strong> The Place Mohammed V; the Central Market; the Mahakma Law Courts; the New Medina; the King’s Palace precinct; Notre Dame de Lourdes; Anfa and the Corniche; the outside of Hassan II Mosque; the Beth El Synagogue, The Jewish Museum, the United Nations Square.</span></span></span><br /> <br /> <span><span><span><strong>PRICES INCLUDE:</strong><br /> Private tour in an air-conditioned vehicle. Private guided sightseeing visit and all related entrance fees as listed in the itinerary. An English speaking Licensed National Guide.<br /> <br /> <strong>PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE:</strong><br /> Gratuities to guides and drivers. Any expenditure of a personal nature, nor anything not specifically mentioned in the itinerary.<br /> <br /> <strong>IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT TRAVELERS BRING:</strong> <br /> Day packs; hat, hygienic ‘wipes;’ camera and Ziploc bags for sensitive lenses; sunglasses, sunscreen.</span></span></span> Marrakech City Visit - 12 Hours <span><span><span><strong>Meet your car and driver at the port of Casablanca. Transfer to Marrakech for a day... <br /> <br /> Duration:</strong> Minimum 12 hours.<br /> <br /> <strong>Points of Interest:</strong> The Ramparts (City Walls), The Koutoubia Mosque, The minaret of the Koutoubia, The Souks (Bazaars), Majorelle's garden, Djamaa El-Fna Square...</span></span></span><br /> <br /> <span><span><span><strong>PRICES INCLUDE:</strong><br />  Private tour in an air-conditioned vehicle. Private guided sightseeing visit and all related entrance fees as listed in the itinerary. Typical lunch in local restaurant. An English speaking Licensed National Guide.<br /> <br /> <strong>PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE: </strong><br /> Gratuities to guides and drivers. Any expenditure of a personal nature, nor anything not specifically mentioned in the itinerary.<br />  <br /> <strong>IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT TRAVELERS BRING</strong>: Day packs; hat, hygienic ‘wipes;’ camera and Ziploc bags for sensitive lenses; sunglasses, sunscreen.</span></span></span> El Jadida & Azemmour - 8 hours <span><span>Meet your car and driver at the Port of Casablanca near the gangway. <br /> <br /> <strong>Duration :</strong> Approximately <strong>8 hours</strong><br /> <br /> <strong>Points of Interest:</strong> The outside of Hassan II Mosque, The Corniche, Residential quarter of Anfa, The Kasbah, The arabe Medina and Jewish Mellah, Portuguese Cisterns, ... <br /> <br /> <strong>PRICES INCLUDE:</strong><br /> Private tour in an air-conditioned vehicle. Private guided sightseeing visit and all related entrance fees as listed in the itinerary. An English speaking Licensed National Guide. Lunch at El Jadida <br /> <br /> <strong>PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE:</strong><br /> Gratuities to guides and drivers. Any expenditure of a personal nature, nor anything not specifically mentioned in the itinerary.<br /> <br /> <strong>IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT TRAVELERS BRING:</strong> <br /> Day packs; hat, hygienic ‘wipes;’ camera and Ziploc bags for sensitive lenses; sunglasses, sunscreen</span></span>	07/14/2024	07/14/2024
Agadir Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! Agadir City Visit - 4/5 Hours <span><span><font>Meet your Car and Guide at the port of Agadir near the gangway.</font><br /> <br /> <span><strong><u>Duration : 4 Hours </u></strong><br /> <br /> <strong><u>Points of Interest</u></strong><strong>:</strong> Kasbah, Corniche, the Souq Bab El Had, New Medina...<br /> <br /> <u><strong>PRICES INCLUDE</strong>:</u><br /> Private circle trip transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle - according to family or group size - from the ship in Agadir. Private guided sightseeing excursion and all related entrance fees as listed in the itinerary. An English-speaking Licensed National Guide throughout. Light refreshment.<br /> <br /> <u><strong>PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE:</strong></u><br /> Medical or accident insurance outside of the vehicle. Gratuities to guide and driver. Any expenditure of a personal nature. Bottled or gaseous water en-route, nor anything not specifically mentioned in the itinerary.<br />  <br /> <u><strong>IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT TRAVELERS BRING:</strong></u><br /> Hygienic ‘wipes;’ camera and ziplock bags for sensitive lenses; sunglasses, sunscreen. </span></span></span><br />   Taroudant City Visit - 5/6 Hours <span><span><span><span>Meet your Car and Guide at the port Agadir near the gangway. Transfer to Taroudant for a day trip. </span><br /> <br /> <strong><u>Duration: 5/6 Hours</u></strong><br /> <br /> <strong><u>Points of Interest</u></strong><strong>:</strong> Ramparts, Bab El Qasba, Dar El Baroud, The Place Assaraq, souks, Argan Oil cooperative.... </span></span></span><br />   <div></div> <span> <span><span><strong>PRICES INCLUDE</strong>:<br /> Private circle trip transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle - according to family or group size - from the ship in Agadir. Private guided sightseeing excursion and all related entrance fees as listed in the itinerary. An English-speaking Licensed National Guide throughout. Light refreshment.<br /> <br /> <strong>PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE</strong>: <br /> Medical or accident insurance outside of the vehicle. Gratuities to guide and driver. Any expenditure of a personal nature. Bottled or gaseous water en-route, nor anything not specifically mentioned in the itinerary.<br />  <br /> <strong>IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT TRAVELERS BRING: </strong>Hygienic ‘wipes;’ camera and ziplock bags for sensitive lenses; sunglasses, sunscreen.</span></span></span>	07/15/2024	07/15/2024
At Sea	07/16/2024	07/16/2024
Lisbon Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! Lisbon: Artistic Half Day City Tour <p><strong><span>Visit the Jeronimo’s Monastery of Manueline architecture, the Monument of Discoveries, the Belen Tower, Baixa quarter, the National tile museum and the Church of Nossa Senhora da Conceiçao Velha,</span></strong><br />  <br /> <strong><span><span><span><span>4 hours tour</span></span></span></span></strong><br /> <strong><span><span><span><span><strong>Morning or afternoon tour</strong><br /> <strong>No wheelchair</strong><br /> <strong>Light physical activity</strong><br /> <strong>Pick up and drop off at the Port</strong></span></span></span></span></strong></p> <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Included: </strong></font><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Transportation by Deluxe Vehicle; Guided Tour; Entrance Fees</font></p> <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""></p> <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Not Included: </strong>Any meals or other services not specified</font></p> <p><br /> <br /> <span><span><span>The Jerónimos Monastery, masterpiece of the Manueline style and a tribute to the king that welcomed and protected the Jews that fled from Spain and then expelled them in 1496. The Monument to the Discoveries </span>where you will have the opportunity to see the faces of Jewish men that participated actively in the Portuguese Golden Age of the Discoveries.</span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span>The Monument to the Discoveries celebrates the Portuguese who took part in the Age of Discovery. It is located on the estuary of the Tagus river. The monument consists of a 52 metre-high slab of concrete, carved into the shape of the prow of a caravel with its sails unfurled.</span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span>Belém Tower is a fortified tower located in the Belém district of Lisbon. It was built in the early 16th century in the Portuguese late gothic style, the manueline, and is one of the symbols of the city. </span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span>The Commerce Square with the beautiful façade of the Church of Nossa Senhora da Conceiçao Velha. <span>The Church’s greatest highlight is its Manueline Portal representing Our Lady of Mercy, which was part of the ancient Misericórdia Church, featuring a tympanum with the images of the king D. Manuel the 1st, the Queen D. Leonor (sister of King Manuel and founder of the Order of Mercy) and Pope Leo X</span>, the Rossio square and the gothic revival elevator de Santa Justa. The heart of the city is the Baixa or city centre; this area is being considered for UNESCO World Heritage Site status.</span></span><br /> <span><span><span>The Museu Nacional do Azulejo or National tile museum is renowned for not only for its Azulejo (tile) collection but also for its location. Azulejo is a cherished Portuguese tradition that has enjoyed uninterrupted production for five centuries. Azulejo is glazed, ceramic tilework that is usually blue. It is a major component of Portuguese architecture and is found throughout the country on ceilings, floors, walls of churches, palaces, and homes. This museum occupies the ancient Convent of Madre de Deus (Mother of God), built in 1509 by Queen D. Leonor, and adjoining buildings including Saint Antony’s Chapel and a church noted for its Baroque style.</span></span></span></p> Lisbon: Historical Half Day City Tour <p><strong><span><span>Visit the Saint George’s Castle with a magnificent view over the city, the medieval and old Jewish quarter of Alfama, the Church of Sao Domingos, the Cathedral and the Shaaré Tikvá synagogue if available. </span></span><br /> <br /> <span><span><span><span>4 hours tour</span></span></span></span></strong><br /> <strong><span><span><span><span><strong>Morning or afternoon tour</strong><br /> <strong>No wheelchair</strong><br /> <strong>Light physical activity</strong><br /> <strong>Pick up and drop off at the Port</strong></span></span></span></span></strong><br />  </p> <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Included: </strong></font><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Transportation by Deluxe Vehicle; Guided Tour; Entrance Fees</font></p> <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""></p> <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Not Included: </strong>Any meals or other services not specified</font></p> <p><br /> <br />  <br /> <span><span>The castle of Sao George is located on one of the seven hills of Lisbon, to the east of the Baixa. In the context of the Christian Reconquista the castle and the city of Lisbon were retaken from the Moors by King Alfonso Henriques</span></span> <span><span>with the help of Northern European crusaders taking part on the Second Crusade. The castle was dedicated to Saint George in the late 14<sup>th</sup> century by King John I.</span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span>Lisbon's ancient cathedral was built by Portugal's first king on the site of an old mosque in 1150 for the city's first bishop, the English crusader Gilbert of Hastings. From outside (with two bell towers and a splendid rose window) it resembles a medieval fortress, while inside it appears predominantly Romanesque, with a Gothic choir and ambulatory.</span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span>Jewish people were the advisors of Kings and Queens, doctors and even some of the explorers, geographers and mathematicians. The tour will start with a general introduction to the Jewish presence of the city, followed by a nice walk in the city centre passing by the site of the 1506 Jewish Massacre</span></span></span> <span><span><span>near the </span></span></span><span><span><span>Church of Sao Domingos</span></span></span><span><span><span> and the most well preserved Alfama </span></span></span><span><span><span>Jewish and medieval Quarter. Alfama </span></span></span><span><span><span>is a village within a city still made up of narrow streets, tiny squares, churches, and whitewashed houses with tile panels and wrought-iron balconies adorned with pots of flowers, drying laundry, and caged birds.</span></span></span> <br />  <br /> <span><span><span>With the abolition of the Inquisition in 1821, families of Sephardic Jews decided to return to Portugal. Most of these Jews were merchants from Morocco and Gibraltar. These were people with a cultural level greatly above average. They could read, speak and write in liturgical Hebrew, Arabic, English and Hakitia, the Moroccan judeo-hispanic dialect.</span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span>We will continue our tour with a visit to the only </span></span></span><span><span><span>Synagogue of Lisbon (Shaaré Tikvá), passing by the Commerce Square, the place where thousands of Jews were forced to be baptized in the 15th century. </span></span></span></p> Lisbon: Half Day Excursion to Sintra, Cascais & Estoril <p><strong><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Visit the pretty and charming village of Sintra, former residence of the Portuguese Kings and aristocracy<br /> with the National Palace and continue to the fishing village of Cascais and the famous cosmopolitan town of Estoril. </font></strong></p> <strong><span><span><span><span>5 hours tour</span></span></span></span></strong><br /> <strong><span><span><span><span><strong>Morning tour</strong><br /> <strong>No wheelchair</strong><br /> <strong>Light physical activity</strong><br /> <strong>Pick up and drop off at the Port</strong></span></span></span></span></strong> <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Included: </strong></font><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Transportation by Deluxe Vehicle; Guided Tour; Entrance Fees</font></p> <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""></p> <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Not Included: </strong>Any meals or other services not specified</font></p>   <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Sintra is one of the most<br /> delightful places to be found in Portugal. With its extensive range of green<br /> bills with its crags - the Serra de Sintra - so picturesquely situated and offering<br /> stupendous views of the coastline with its impressive beauty, Sintra is indeed<br /> "a garden of the earthly paradise". The artistic heritage of the Old Town, described<br /> by Byron as "the most pleasing in Europe", also include valuable archaeological<br /> remains, particularly from the Roman period, ancient manor houses, churches<br /> of personalised artistic value and characteristic villages. </font></p>   <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">The National Palace is consisting<br /> of various bodies built during the course of successive epochs on the so-called<br /> "Chão da Oliva", the Paço da Vila de Sintra is one of the most important examples<br /> of regal architecture in Portugal and for that reason is classified as a National<br /> Monument. This gradual multiplication of buildings, with different styles, is<br /> largely responsible for the enigmatic enchantment of this ancient palace, dominated<br /> by great twin chimneys atop the kitchen that constitute as authentic ex-libris<br /> of Sintra.</font></p>   <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Cascais was a small fishing<br /> port throughout early history as it lies protected from nature's elements at<br /> the mouth of the Rio Tejo. When in 1870 the King, Luís I, chose to convert the<br /> 17th Century building of the Citadela into his summer residence Cascais soon<br /> became a very fashionable town and aristocratic palaces and mansions followed.<br /> The Citadel or Fort of Cascais is a 16th century fortress built to protect the<br /> Bay of Cascais. Today, Cascais now boasts smart new Marina with lovely yachts. </font></p>   <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Just outside the town is<br /> the famous Boca do Inferno in which the sea on rougher days hammers into the<br /> rock and creates a booming noise and a spectacular spray thus creating its name<br /> which in English means "mouth of hell". </font></p>   <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Estoril town was really<br /> created from the curious needs of the two World Wars. It became a prime location<br /> for European royal exiles forced to leave their own countries. It has been the<br /> residence of King Umberto II of Italy, Juan de Bourbon of Spain, Karl Hapsburg<br /> of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and King Carol of Rumania. The many modest yet<br /> architecturally interesting mansions still remain to indicate their royal owners.<br /> At its height its visitors referred to Estoril as the "Portuguese Riviera".<br /> A Casino with wide surrounding avenues and spacious gardens, a golf course,<br /> all of which soon appeared and then flanked by large hotels and impressive private<br /> homes. </font></p> Lisbon: Full Day to Sintra, Cascais & Estoril <span><span><strong>Visit the pretty and charming village of Sintra, former residence of the Portuguese Kings and aristocracy with the beautiful Pena Palace, drive to Boca do Inferno, and continue to the fishing village of Cascais and the famous cosmopolitan town of Estoril.<br /> <br /> <span><span>8 hour tour</span></span></strong><br /> <strong><span><span><strong>Morning tour</strong><br /> <strong>No wheelchair</strong><br /> <strong>Moderate physical activity</strong><br /> <strong>Pick up and drop off at the Port </strong></span></span></strong></span></span> <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Included: </strong></font><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Transportation by Deluxe Vehicle; Guided Tour; Entrance Fees</font></p> <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""></p> <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Not Included: </strong>Any meals or other services not specified</font></p> <br /> <span><span>Sintra is one of the most delightful places to be found in Portugal. With its extensive range of green bills with its crags - the Serra de Sintra - so picturesquely situated and offering stupendous views of the coastline with its impressive beauty, Sintra is indeed "a garden of the earthly paradise". The artistic heritage of the Old Town, described by Byron as "the most pleasing in Europe", also include valuable archaeological remains, particularly from the Roman period, ancient manor houses, churches of personalized artistic value and characteristic villages.<br /> <br /> <span>It will be time to visit to one of the highlights of the day: the</span> <span>Pena Palace. Driving around the mountain passing by amazing chalets and aristocratic residences you will reach the 19th century Pena Palace in the most incredible combination of architectural styles, colors and shapes that you will find in Portugal.</span><br /> <br /> Cascais was a small fishing port throughout early history as it lies protected from nature’s elements at the mouth of the Rio Tejo. When in 1870 the King, Luís I, chose to convert the 17th Century building of the Citadela into his summer residence Cascais soon became a very fashionable town and aristocratic palaces and mansions followed. The Citadel or Fort of Cascais is a 16th century fortress built to protect the Bay of Cascais. Today, Cascais now boasts smart new Marina with lovely yachts.<br /> Just outside the town is the famous <em>Boca do Inferno</em> in which the sea on rougher days hammers into the rock and creates a booming noise and a spectacular spray, thus creating its name which in English means "mouth of hell".<br /> <br /> Estoril town was really created from the curious needs of the two World Wars. It became a prime location for European royal exiles forced to leave their own countries. It has been the residence of King Umberto II of Italy, Juan de Bourbon of Spain, Karl Hapsburg of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and King Carol of Rumania. The many modest yet architecturally interesting mansions still remain to indicate their royal owners. At its height its visitors referred to Estoril as the “Portuguese Riviera”. A Casino with wide surrounding avenues and spacious gardens, a golf course, all of which soon appeared and then flanked by large hotels and impressive private homes.</span></span> Lisbon: An Exploration of Lisbon - 8 Hours Lying north of the River Tagus estuary and stretching over seven hills, Portugal's capital city has much to offer.  Receive a warm welcome at the port by your private guide and driver and from here commence your engaging tour of Lisbon.<br /> <br /> Explore the Belem district with its magnificent Jerónimos Monastery, an extraordinary example of Portugal's 'Manueline' style of architecture. Once populated by monks, the UNESCO-listed monastery was commissioned by King Manuel I to celebrate Vasco da Gama's discovery of a sea route to India in 1498. Time permitting, visit Torre de Belém (Belém Tower), one of Lisbon's most iconic buildings and symbolic of Portugal's great Age of Expansion.<br /> <br /> Next, it's time for a refreshment stop, where you may wish to sample the famous and scrumptious Pastéis de Belém (custard tarts). From here you return to you cruise ship.<br /> <br /> <strong><span><span><span>Highlights: </span></span></span></strong> <ul> <li><span><span><span>Discover the beautiful Belem district with its magnificent Jeronimos Monastery</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>Behold the priceless treasures on display at the Calouste Gulbenkian Museum and try the exquisite <em>pasteis de nata</em> local pastries</span></span></span></li> </ul> <div><br /> <strong><span><span><span>Tour Duration:</span></span></span></strong><span><span><span> 8 Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong> Morning / Afternoon<br /> <br /> <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> Please enquire for more information<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Light<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong> </span></span></span></div> <ul> <li><span><span><span>Private transport by luxury car or minivan</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>An expert local guide for 8 hours</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>Entrance fees to all sights and museums<br /> <span><span><span>All taxes</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> <div><strong><span><span><span>Exclusions:</span></span></span></strong></div> <ul> <li><span><span><span>All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs</span></span></span></li> <li>Gratuities</li> </ul> Lisbon: Queluz, Sintra and Estoril – 8 hours <span font-size:="" mso-ansi-language:="" mso-bidi-language:="" mso-fareast-font-family:="" mso-fareast-language:="" mso-fareast-theme-font:=""><font color="#000000">Venture outside of Lisbon to explore Queluz, Sintra and Estoril during your private shore excursion. Take the short driver to the sumptuous 18th-century Queluz Palace, where you can admire the magnificent formal gardens and azulejo-lined canals.<br /> <br /> Afterwards visit Sintra, the summer retreat of Portuguese monarchs and Moorish emirs before them. Today, this town, nestling on the north side of the Sintra Mountain, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.<br /> <br /> Stroll through the town where charming streets are filled with fine handicraft shops. You then descend</font><font color="#000000"> to Guincho beach for a fabulous view of Cape Rock, the westernmost point of the European continent and continuing to the resort town of Estoril on the scenic coastal road with fantastic views, en route back to your cruise ship.</font></span><br /> <br /> <br /> <strong><span><span><span>Highlights: </span></span></span></strong> <ul> <li><span><span><span>Explore Queluz Palace, the summer residence of the Portugese Royal Family</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>Take a short drive to Sintra, the summer retreat of Portuguese monarchs and a UNESCO Word Heritage Site</span></span></span></li> </ul> <div></div> <div><strong><span><span><span>Tour Duration:</span></span></span></strong><span><span><span> 8 Hours</span></span></span></div> <div><br /> <span><span><span><strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong> Morning / Afternoon<br /> <br /> <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> Please enquire for more information<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Light<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong> </span></span></span></div> <ul> <li><span><span><span>Private transport by luxury car or minivan</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>An expert local guide for 8 hours</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>Entrance fees to all sights and museums</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>All taxes</span></span></span><br />  </li> </ul> <div><strong><span><span><span>Exclusions:</span></span></span></strong></div> <ul> <li><span><span><span>All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs</span></span></span></li> <li>Gratuities</li> </ul> An Exploration of Lisbon (8 hours) <strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> Lying north of the River Tagus estuary and stretching over seven hills, Portugal's capital city has much to offer.  Receive a warm welcome at the port by your private guide and driver and from here commence your engaging tour of Lisbon.<br /> <br /> Explore the Belem district with its magnificent Jerónimos Monastery, an extraordinary example of Portugal's 'Manueline' style of architecture. Once populated by monks, the UNESCO-listed monastery was commissioned by King Manuel I to celebrate Vasco da Gama's discovery of a sea route to India in 1498. Time permitting, visit Torre de Belém (Belém Tower), one of Lisbon's most iconic buildings and symbolic of Portugal's great Age of Expansion.<br /> <br /> Next, it's time for a refreshment stop, where you may wish to sample the famous and scrumptious Pastéis de Belém (Portuguese custard tarts). From here you return to your cruise ship. <ul> <li>Discover the beautiful Belem district with its magnificent Jeronimos Monastery</li> <li>Behold the priceless treasures on display at the Calouste Gulbenkian Museum and try the exquisite pasteis de nata local pastries</li> </ul> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>8 hours<br /> <strong>Tour can operate: </strong>Morning/Afternoon<br /> <br /> <strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please enquire for more information<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Light<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions: </strong> <ul> <li>Private transport by luxury car or minivan</li> <li>An expert local guide for 8 hours</li> <li>Entrance fees to all sights and museums</li> <li>All taxes</li> </ul> <strong>Not Included: </strong> <ul> <li>All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs</li> <li>Gratuities</li> </ul> Queluz, Sintra and Estoril (8 hours) <strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> Venture outside of Lisbon to explore Queluz, Sintra and Estoril during your private shore excursion. Take the short driver to the sumptuous 18th-century Queluz Palace, where you can admire the magnificent formal gardens and azulejo-lined canals.<br /> <br /> Afterwards visit Sintra, the summer retreat of Portuguese monarchs and Moorish emirs before them. Today, this town, nestling on the north side of the Sintra Mountain, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.<br /> <br /> Stroll through the town where charming streets are filled with fine handicraft shops. You then descend to Guincho beach for a fabulous view of Cape Rock, the westernmost point of the European continent and continuing to the resort town of Estoril on the scenic coastal road with fantastic views, en route back to your cruise ship. <ul> <li>Explore Queluz Palace, the summer residence of the Portugese Royal Family</li> <li>Take a short drive to Sintra, the summer retreat of Portuguese monarchs and a UNESCO Word Heritage Site</li> </ul> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>8 hours<br /> <strong>Tour can operate:</strong> Morning/Afternoon<br /> <br /> <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> Please enquire for more information<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Light<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions: </strong> <ul> <li>Private transport by luxury car or minivan</li> <li>An expert local guide for 8 hours</li> <li>Entrance fees to all sights and museums</li> <li>All taxes</li> </ul> <strong>Not Included: </strong> <ul> <li>All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs</li> <li>Gratuities</li> </ul> Highlights of Lisbon (4 hours) <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Highlights:</span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <font color="#484848" face="Source Sans Pro, sans-serif"><span>See Belem Tower, one of Lisbon's iconic buildings and symbolic of the nation's Age of Expansion. Admire the impressive collection of painted and gilded Baroque coaches at the National Coach Museum.</span></font><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <br /> <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Tour Duration: </span><span font-size:="" sans="" source="">4 hours</span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Tour can operate: </span><span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Morning/Afternoon</span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Wheelchair Accessible: </span><span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Please enquire for more information</span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Physical Activity Level:</span><span font-size:="" sans="" source=""> Light</span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Inclusions: </span> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li>Private transport by luxury car or minivan</li> <li>An expert local guide for 8 hours</li> <li>Entrance fees to all sights and museums</li> <li>All taxes</li> </ul> <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Not Included:</span> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li>All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs</li> <li>Gratuities</li> </ul>	07/17/2024	07/17/2024
Porto Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! Porto: Cultural Porto Walking City Tour <p><span><span>Visit the Church of São Francisco and its Catacombs, the Lello Bookshop store with an excellent neo-gothic façade, the Clerigos Tower, an architectural landmark of the city, Episcopal palace, Capela das Almas and the old Jewish quarter.</span></span></p> <span><strong><span><span><span>4 hours tour</span></span></span></strong><br /> <strong><span><span><span><strong>Morning or afternoon tour</strong><br /> <strong>No wheelchair</strong><br /> <strong>Light physical activity</strong><br /> <strong>Pick up and drop off at the Port </strong></span></span></span></strong></span> <p background-color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Included: </strong></font><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Guided Tour; Entrance Fees. </font></p> <p background-color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""></p> <p background-color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Not Included: </strong>Any meals or other services not specified</font></p>  <span><span>The Church of São Francisco and its Catacombs with its Gothic exterior reflects the modest, earthy mentality of the Franciscan order, while the extreme wealth of the patrons influenced the interior's gilded styling. Below the church's three interior chapels, catacombs hold tombs for members of the Franciscan order as they await judgment day. Discreetly tucked in a corner of the crypt, in front of an hellish door to nowhere lies a glass, grated window in the floor allowing visitors to view the piles of human bones below their feet. </span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span>The Lello Bookshop store has an excellent neo-gothic façade, where you can see two figures painted by José Bielman, representing the Science and the Art. This facade is only surpassed by its stunning interior, designed by Xavier Esteves. The building was inaugurated on January 13th, 1906, in an important social event for both Portuguese and Brazilian societies, attended by famous people from different spheres.</span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span>The Clerigos Tower is one of the paradigmatic architectural landmarks of Porto. The structure is, in fact, part of the Clerigos Church, representing its bell tower. The church proper was built between 1732 and 1750, but the construction works at the Clerigos Tower started no sooner than 1754, only to be completed in 1763.</span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span>Capela Das Almas is a charming blue and white chapel that was given a remarkable tiled decoration all over its exterior walls by painter and ceramist Eduardo Leite. </span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span>The Episcopal Palace is the former residence of the bishops of Porto. The palace is located on a high elevation and dominates the skyline of the city. The palace is an important example of late baroque and rococo civil architecture in the city.</span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span>The Rua Sant'ana, in the heart of the old Jewish quarter and where the first Synagogue was located. The Rua dos Mercadores where Jews began to live and trade beyond the limits of the old Jewish Quarter. The Praça da Riberia, the business center for more affluent Jews. The Rua do Comercio do Porto where the second Synagogue was located and Largo de S. Domingos  Square, where Jewish commerce shops and stalls existed in this area.</span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span>Don Luís I Bridge, in accordance with the Law of 11/02/1879, the government determined the opening of the competition for the "construction of a metal bridge over the Douro River, in the place considered the most convenient in front of the city of Porto, for the replacement of the current suspended bridge". The winning proposal was the project of engineer Teófilo Seyrig, from the Belgian company Societé de Willebroeck.</span></span> <p></p>   <p></p> Porto: Full Day Excursion to Braga and Guimarães <p><strong><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Drive north Porto to the city of Braga with the Cathedral, Palace do Raio and the Archbishop Palace. Continue to the lovely town of Guimarães to visit the Castle, the medieval quarter, the church of Sao Francisco and the fomer Monastery of our Lady of Oliveira.</font><br /> <br /> <span><span><span><span>8 hours tour</span></span></span></span></strong><br /> <strong><span><span><span><span><strong>Morning tour</strong><br /> <strong>No wheelchair</strong><br /> <strong>Light physical activity</strong><br /> <strong>Pick up and drop off at the Port </strong></span></span></span></span></strong></p> <p background-color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Included: </strong></font><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Transportation by Deluxe Vehicle; Guided Tour; Entrance Fees</font></p> <p background-color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""></p> <p background-color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Not Included: </strong>Any meals or other services not specified</font></p> <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Braga is a very important trading centre since recorded times and was given the name "Bracara Augusta" by the Romans in c.296 BC. During the 5th Century it was the capital of Suevian Kingdom but in 456 it was captured by Theodore II who later converted to Catholicism. The Moors took possession in about 730 and then later in 1040 Fernando I of Castile eventually liberated the city from these occupiers. In the 12th Century, Braga gained importance during the reign of King Dom Afonso Henriques.</font></p> <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">The 14th Century Torre de Menagem that stands in the City's square is all that remains of the original fortifications. The much altered and extended 12th Century Cathedral was built on the site of an older church destroyed in the 6th Century. Another building of note is the 16th Century Palácio dos Biscainhos that was originally an aristocratic lavish home with ornate interesting gardens. On display within the palace is a museum of Portuguese period furniture and many other ethnographic items. In one of the minor streets close to the 17th Century Baroque Church Santa Cruz is the ornate and blue tiled façade of the building known as Palácio do Raio. </font></p> <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">On the overlooking forested slope to the east of the town is one of Portugal's most famous tourist attraction, Igreja de Bom Jesus de Monte. Construction of this building was in 1776 and it's impressive Baroque staircase is symbolic of the Fourteen Stations of the Cross that lead the many visitors upwards to the Church. Archbishop's Palace (14th-18th centuries): Gothic, mannerist and baroque wings. Houses the Library of the City. </font></p> <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Guimarães, King Alfonso de León in 840 convened a Council of Bishops and Counts in this town. Some 28 years later a nobleman named Vimara Peres established the town as a centre to be ruled as a Burgh in Germanic tradition. In the 10th Century this town was said to be ruled by a woman named Mumadona. She constructed a wooden castle from which she successfully defended her surrounding large estate. In the 11th Century a Monastery was founded and a castle was built. </font></p> <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Between 1095-96 Count Henry of Burgundy the father of the first King of Portugal maintained his court in this town. It follows that when Dom Afonso Henriques was first proclaimed King of Portugal in 1139 he chose this attractive town as his capital. The elegant castle that has since always featured on the Portuguese coat of arms is reputed to have been his actual birthplace and within the small Romanesque church within its grounds is the font in which he was supposedly baptized. </font></p> <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">The Rua de Santa Maria in the old medieval quarter of the city declared World Heritage Site is still a tight narrow street with cobbles and lined with facades adorned with statues. The Palace of the Dukes of Bragança; the originally 14th Century church of São Francisco was reconstructed in the 18th Century and contains a chancel with impressive scenes from the life of "St Anthony". In the former monastery of Nossa Senhora da Oliveira there are excellent examples of religious artwork through the centuries. Other interesting exhibits are the battle tunic worn by Dom João I at the battle of Aljubarrota in 1385, and a 14th Century silver altarpiece said to be taken from the defeated Spanish King. </font></p> Porto: Historical Porto Walking City Tour <em><span><span>It is the second largest city in Portugal and a very important commercial and industrial area by the Douro river. Visit the Cathedral, the Stock Exchange Palace, the Ribeira medieval quarter and San Bento station</span></span></em><span><span>.</span></span><br /> <br /> <span><span><span><strong><span><span>4 hour tour</span></span></strong><br /> <strong><span><span><strong>Morning or afternoon tour</strong><br /> <strong>No wheelchair</strong><br /> <strong>Light physical activity</strong><br /> <strong>Pick up and drop off at the Port</strong></span></span></strong></span></span></span> <p background-color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><span><strong>Included:</strong> </span><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Guided Tour; Entrance Fees</font></p> <p background-color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""></p> <p background-color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Not Included: </strong>Any meals, Taxis or other services not specified</font></p> <span><span>Porto is the country´s second largest city. The cathedral was built in the 12th century, inside, it is worth admiring the paintings by Nicolau Nasoni, the silver altarpiece of the Holy Sacrament, the João Gordo ("Fat John") Chapel and the cloister.</span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span>San Bento Station built on the site of an ancient convent, it was completed in 1916. Now, only regional trains pass through here. Inside, the immense panels of tiles creted by Jorge Colaço, reproducing historical scenes, add a rare artistic beauty to the station.</span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span>The Stock Exchange Palace is a Baroque 18th century construction by Nicolau Nasoni. Worthy of notice are the church's interior decorated with Baroque-rococo gilt carvings, the polychromatic retable by Manuel Porto and the impressive 75.60-metres tower.</span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span>Don Luís I Bridge, in accordance with the Law of 11/02/1879, the government determined the opening of the competition for the "construction of a metal bridge over the Douro River, in the place considered the most convenient in front of the city of Porto, for the replacement of the current suspended bridge". The winning proposal was the project of engineer Teófilo Seyrig, from the Belgian company Societé de Willebroeck.</span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span>The genuine city is visible at the quarter of Ribeira ("River-bank"), right by the river. Narrow and winding streets, dark arcades, typical houses with colourful façades set in a place which preserves the charm of sites marked by history, full of contrasts and curious characteristics. This is the most picturesque spot in the city and declared a World Heritage Site. </span></span><br /> <br />   Porto: Full Day Excursion to Aveiro & Coimbra <br /> <strong><span><span>Visit the charming town of Aveiro, the Venice of Portugal and its Art Nouveau buildings, then we drive to Coimbra, once the capital of the country and famous World Heritage Site campus University.</span></span></strong><br /> <br /> <span><span><strong>Tour Details:</strong></span></span><br font-size:="" trebuchet="" /> <strong font-size:="" trebuchet="">8 hour tour<br /> Morning tour<br /> No wheelchair<br /> Light physical activity<br /> Pick up and drop off at the Port</strong> <p background-color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Included: </strong></font><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Transportation by Deluxe Vehicle; Guided Tour; Entrance Fees</font></p> <p background-color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""></p> <p background-color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Not Included: </strong>Any meals or other services not specified</font></p> <span><span>Charming Aveiro is commonly known as the Portuguese Venice, that gained this denomination because of the canals generated by the Vouga River estuary, with its colorful gondolas, natural lagoons, elegant 19th century architecture and traditional cobblestone passageways. In this water-dominated labyrinth your local guide will be sure to highlight the Art Nouveau influence on the city’s architecture, as well as the importance of the traditional and fascinating blue and white tile work in the 16th century Renaissance church. This is also the perfect opportunity for you to peek into one of Aveiro's pastry shop and taste the famous Ovos Moles (traditional sweet) that you really cannot miss.</span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span>Once the capital of Portugal, Coimbra is now a major cultural center and home to the University of Coimbra, an UNESCO World Heritage Site campus, Founded in 1290 by King Dinis it now displays a tremendous amount of history and knowledge that has been accumulated within its walls, with its old quarter, Roman aqueduct and cathedral. </span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span>A must see is the University's library with an incredible collection of over 200.000 books stored in incredible carved and gilded bookshelves. The chapel of Saint Michael next door is also worth the visit as well as a nice walk within the old medieval streets of Coimbra's ancient historical centre and Santa Clara Monastery.</span></span><br /> <br />   Portugal: Porto Wine Excursion - 4 hours <u><strong>Highlights</strong></u><br /> In this tour you’ll discover all about the wines from the city of Porto!<br /> <br /> You will start the tour by doing a sightseeing tour from the port (located in Matosinhos) to the city center. After that, you'll visit the first winery with high quality of Douro wines for a Douro red and white wines tasting as an exclusive experience.<br /> <br /> Then you'll visit a second Port Wine company (Real Companhia Velha) for another special Port Wine tasting. Real Companhia Velha is simply the oldest Port Wine company in Porto, established by a king in 1756. When this tour is finished you will return to Porto Pier.<br /> <br /> <strong>What's included?</strong> <ul> <li>Private guided tour (4h)</li> <li>Visit and wine tastings</li> <li>Transportation</li> </ul> <strong>What's not included? </strong> <ul> <li>Meals and drinks not mentioned</li> <li>Souvenirs</li> <li>Gratuities</li> </ul> Highlights of Porto (4 hours) <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Highlights:</span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <font color="#484848" face="Source Sans Pro, sans-serif"><span>Take in the attractive surrounding with visit to the opulent Stock Exchange Palace and St Francis Church. Enjoy a port wine tasting at one of the famous riverside lodges in the pretty Riberia district.</span></font><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <br /> <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Tour Duration: </span><span font-size:="" sans="" source="">4 hours</span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Tour can operate: </span><span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Morning/Afternoon</span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Wheelchair Accessible: </span><span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Please enquire for more information</span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Physical Activity Level:</span><span font-size:="" sans="" source=""> Light</span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Inclusions: </span> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li>Private transport by luxury car or minivan</li> <li>An expert local guide for 8 hours</li> <li>Entrance fees to all sights and museums</li> <li>All taxes</li> </ul> <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Not Included:</span> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li>All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs</li> <li>Gratuities</li> </ul>	07/18/2024	07/18/2024
Vigo	07/19/2024	07/19/2024
At Sea	07/20/2024	07/20/2024
Cork Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! Cork's Fabulous Food Trail - Half Day Tour Meet with your driver and enjoy the short scenic drive along the banks of the River Lee to the Food Capital of Ireland, Cork City where your <strong>Fabulous Food Trail</strong> begins.  <br /> <br /> On arrival meet your local food guide and embark on a gentle 2.5 hour culinary walk of the best this city has to offer. During your tour you will enjoy frequent stops and lots of generous tastings of local cheeses, pastries and savoury delights.   In this particular corner of Ireland, no self-respecting foodie would begin a culinary trail without first visiting the iconic English Market in the heart of Cork city. This Victorian gem has been faithfully serving food to the people of Cork for more than a century.<br /> <br /> A morning at the English Market immerses you in the unique cadence of life in Cork and caters for just about all culinary tastes and eating occasions. Amongst its many appetizing edible delights are chocolates and cakes, cheeses and pastas. There is time to  chat  with locals and food producers alike as  Cork people have a wonderful sense of humour and  simply love to chat!.<br /> <br /> As you stroll through the city your guide will point out Cork’s more interesting architectural features and recount some of it’s history.  <br /> <br /> After your walk there is some free time to explore this wonderful city on your own before meeting with your driver for transfer back to your ship.<br /> <br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions</strong> <ul> <li>Private Driver Guide</li> </ul> Cork - Blarney & Kinsale - Full Day Tour <span><span><strong><span>Today you will have the opportunity to visit the world famous Blarney Castle, Charles Fort, as well as Ireland’s Gourmet Restaurants Capital, the town of Kinsale.</span></strong><br /> <br /> <span>After your whistle-stop tour of Cork City, visit<strong> Blarney Castle</strong> (situated just north of Cork City). This castle was completed in 1446 by Cormac Mc Carthy, and is famous the world over for the Blarney Stone, which upon kissing, bestows the eternal gift of eloquence on those lucky enough to do so.</span><br /> <br /> <strong>About Kinsale:</strong><br /> Kinsale in County Cork is one of the most picturesque, popular and fashionable resorts of the south-west coast of Ireland and famous for its beautiful yachting, sea angling, gourmet restaurants and golf.  Art galleries in Kinsale can easily claim its place amongst Ireland's most historic locations for this has been a centre of population, commerce, trade and fishing far beyond memory and record.<br />  <br /> In its earliest days the estuary of the Bandon River gave Kinsale great importance as the river is tidal and water transport was dominant until the 18th Century. The estuary also provided excellent anchorage for ancient shipping which went in peril of the vagaries of the weather. The Town nestles between the hills and the shoreline, it is a maze of narrow streets and is never far from the water - little has changed in many hundreds of years. Amongst buildings of later periods are those of another age with historical links to the French, Spanish, British and Americans.<br /> <br /> <strong>Charles Fort, Kinsale</strong><br /> Perhaps the best-known historical attraction in Kinsale, Charles Fort, is on the road just beyond Summercove. It is open all year, and regular guided tours are available. Charles Fort is one of the finest surviving examples of a 17th Century star-shaped fort, and much of the construction begun in 1678 remains. The fort has two enormous bastions overlooking the estuary, and three facing inland. Within its walls were all the barracks and ancillary facilities to support the fort’s garrison. The fort continued in military use until 1922.<br /> <br /> <br /> Lunch included at Blarney Woollen Mills or Kinsale<br /> <br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions</strong></span></span> <ul> <li>Private Driver Guide</li> <li>Entrance to Blarney Castle</li> <li>Entrance to Charles Fort Kinsale</li> <li>Lunch</li> </ul> Cork - Guided Sightseeing Tour (4 hours) (Provided by Moloney & Kelly) <p><span class="style2"><span class="style3">Guided Sightseeing Option: </span>Please see below for details on this option.</span></p> <p>Enjoy a private chauffeur driven luxury sedan for <em>“Guided Sightseeing”</em> touring.</p> <p><strong>Cork </strong></p> <p>Meet your expert local driver/guide for the drive to Cork.</p> <p>Your first stop of the day is a visit to the Cobh Heritage Centre a dramatic exhibition of the origins, history and legacy of Cobh. Known previously as Queenstown this was the main port for Irish emigrants to Canada and the United States. The famine resulted as a consequence of widespread potato crop failure. In 1846, the potato crop failed completely and in the years 1847-1849, escape was seen by many as the only chance for survival - between 1845 and 1851 over 1,500,000 people emigrated from Ireland.</p> <p>On April 11, 1912, the newly built Titanic called to the port of Queenstown (now known as Cobh) on her maiden voyage. Titanic had set out from Southampton and called to Cherbourg before her final call to Queenstown (Cobh). The story of the Titanic and the White Star line is also told at the Cobh Heritage Centre.<br />  <br /> Leaving Cobh behind drive to Midleton. Visit The Jameson Old Midleton Distillery which is a wonderful, worthwhile excursion. Tour the distillery and learn how the world famous Irish whiskey is made. Here you will have the opportunity to taste the sample some of Ireland’s finest whiskies.</p> <p>Return to the ship.</p> <p><strong>Included:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking driver/guide for 4 hours</li> <li>Entrance fees for listed sights</li> <li>Bottled water in the vehicle</li> <li>Gratuities to driver/guide</li> </ul> <p><strong>Excluded:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water</li> <li>Items of personal nature</li> </ul> <p>Gratuities have been prepaid. Additional gratuities are at guest’s discretion.</p> Cork - Guided Sightseeing Tour - 4 Hours (Provided by Moloney & Kelly) <p class="style1"><strong>Guided Sightseeing Option:</strong> Please see below for details on this option.</p> <p>Meet your expert local guide for the drive to Cork.</p> <p>Your first stop of the day is a visit to the Cobh Heritage Centre, a dramatic exhibition of the origins, history and legacy of Cobh. Known previously as Queenstown, this was the main port for Irish emigrants to Canada and the United States. In 1846, the potato crop failed completely and in the years 1847-1849, escape was seen by many as the only chance for survival - between 1845 and 1851 over 1,500,000 people emigrated from Ireland.</p> <p>On the 11th April 1912, the newly built Titanic called to the port of Queenstown (now known as Cobh) on her maiden voyage. Titanic had set out from Southampton and called to Cherbourg before her final call to Queenstown (Cobh). The story of the Titanic and the White Star line is also told at the Cobh Heritage Centre.</p> <p>Then, leaving Cobh behind, enjoy the drive to Midleton. Here, you will visit The Jameson Old Midleton Distillery. You will tour the distillery and learn how the world famous Irish whiskey is made. You will have the opportunity to sample some of Ireland’s finest whiskies.</p> <p>Return to your ship.</p> <p><strong>Included:</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking driver-guide for 4 hours</li> <li>Entrance fees for listed sights</li> <li>Gratuities to driver-guide</li> <li>Bottled water in the vehicle</li> </ul> <p><strong>Excluded:</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water</li> <li>Items of personal nature</li> </ul> Gratuities have been prepaid. Additional gratuities are at guest’s discretion. Cork - Guided Sightseeing Tour - 8 Hours (Provided by Moloney & Kelly) <p class="style1"><strong>Guided Sightseeing Option:</strong> Please see below for details on this option.</p> <p>Meet your expert local guide for the drive to Cork.</p> <p>Enjoy the drive through the attractive City of Cork which hosts some fine Georgian architecture, the imposing St Finbarr’s Cathedral, great shopping and many pubs.   You will continue your journey into the Irish countryside to the pretty town of Blarney.<br /> In Blarney, you will visit the 15th Century Blarney Castle, famous for its stone, which is traditionally believed to have the power to bestow eloquence on all those who kiss it.  The stone itself is set in the wall below the battlements and to kiss it, one has to lean backwards (holding on to an iron railing) from the parapet walk. </p> <p>Then, enjoy some free time in the Blarney Woollen Mills store that sells Irish gifts including Waterford Crystal, Beleek China, Lladro, Aran Sweaters, Irish Crystal, Irish Linen, Irish Jewelry, and Celtic Gifts.</p> <p>You will have time for lunch on your own.</p> <p>Following lunch, you will visit the Cork City Gaol.  Here you can step back in time to see what 19th Century life was like in Cork – inside and outside prison walls. Amazingly life-like figures, furnished cells, sound effects, and fascinating exhibitions are to be seen.</p> <p>Return to your ship.</p> <p><strong>Included:</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking driver-guide for 8 hours</li> <li>Entrance fees for listed sights</li> <li>Gratuities to driver-guide</li> <li>Bottled water in the vehicle</li> </ul> <p><strong>Excluded:</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water</li> <li>Items of personal nature</li> </ul> Gratuities have been prepaid. Additional gratuities are at guest’s discretion. Cork’s Culture and Heritage – full day tour <span comic="" sans=""><span>This morning we visit to the Crawford Municipal Art Gallery, one of the most historic buildings in Cork, parts of which date back to the early eighteenth century. The gallery has an interesting frontage of red brick dressed with limestone and was built in 1724 as the Custom House. The permanent collection comprises over 2500 works, ranging from eighteenth century Irish and European painting and sculpture, through to contemporary video installations. At the heart of the collection is a collection of Greek and Roman sculpture casts, brought to Cork in 1818 from the Vatican Museum in Rome. We also visit Cork Museum, which houses very fine collections of Cork silver and glass as well as Youghal Needlepoint Lace.  <br /> <br /> Continuing on to Glanmire on the outskirts of Cork and visit Riverstown House, which was rebuilt in 1745 and is home to some fine plasterwork by the Francini brothers, of particular interest is the dining room ceiling which is adorned with allegorical figures and the Green Drawing Room which is notable for its exceptionally fine timber carved fireplace.</span></span><br /> <br /> <span comic="" sans=""><span>We conclude our Cork City tour with a visit to nearby Lakemount Gardens, a privately owned </span></span><span comic="" sans=""><span>garden on acid soil overlooking Cork Harbour. It has many flourishing ericaceous plants, including the more tender rhododendrons. Retaining walls and raised beds built from local stone provide a home for rock plants, choice dwarf shrubs and a collection of primulas. Hydrangeas are particularly good in late summer, whilst the many Japanese acers throughout the garden produce brilliant autumn colour. Unusual climbers can be seen on the walls of the conservatory, which shelters exotic varieties.</span></span><br /> <br /> <span comic="" sans=""><span>Your driver with then transfer you back to your ship.</span></span><br />	07/21/2024	07/21/2024
At Sea	07/22/2024	07/22/2024
Cherbourg	07/23/2024	07/23/2024
Paris/Normandy (Le Havre)	07/24/2024	07/24/2024
Paris/Normandy (Le Havre)	07/25/2024	07/25/2024
London (Southampton)	07/26/2024	07/26/2024
Bruges (Zeebrugge)	07/27/2024	07/27/2024
At Sea	07/28/2024	07/28/2024
Skagen	07/29/2024	07/29/2024
Berlin Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! Berlin: Historic Berlin - 12 Hours <span><span><font color="#000000"><span lang="EN">Explore Berlin’s </span><span>eclectic mix of celebrated architecture, gritty history and edgy culture. Upon arrival at Warnemünde Port you are met by your driver and privately transferred to Berlin centre, where you receive a warm welcome from your guide. </span></font><br /> <br /> <font color="#000000"><span>Highlights of your absorbing tour include the impressive Reichstag, complete with its stunning Norman Foster dome and the new home of the German Parliament. Lunch can be arranged for you in the spectacular setting of its roof terrace restaurant*. This afternoon’s touring includes </span><span lang="EN">the Brandenburg Gate, together with </span><span>the spectacularly redeveloped Potsdamer Platz and nearby Checkpoint Charlie, the famous crossing point between East and West Berlin. Time permitting also visit the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, whose ruin stands as a dramatic reminder of World War II. After your visit you are privately transferred back to your ship in Warnemünde. </span></font></span></span><br /> <br /> <strong><span><span><span>Highlights: </span></span></span></strong> <ul> <li><span><span>See some of Berlin's most impressive sights including the Reichstag and Brandenburg Gate</span></span></li> </ul> <div><strong><span><span><span>Tour Duration:</span></span></span></strong><span><span><span> 12 Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong> Morning<br /> <br /> <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> Please enquire for more information<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Light<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong> </span></span></span></div> <ul> <li><span><span><span>Private transport by luxury car or minivan</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>An expert local guide for 5 hours in Berlin</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>Entrance fees to all sights and museums</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>All taxes</span></span></span><br />  </li> <li><strong><span><span><span>Exclusions:</span></span></span></strong></li> <li><span><span><span>All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs</span></span></span></li> <li>Gratuities</li> </ul> Explore the Cultural Capital with focus on art (Full day excursion) <strong><span>Highlights:</span></strong><br /> <br /> <span>Experience the past, present and future of Berlin through its architecture, monuments and memorials</span><br />  <br /> <span>Excursion to be tailored to your interests, be it classical or contemporary art</span><br />  <br /> <span>Meet your Berlin expert and upon arrival in town and start with important cultural sites such as the Brandenburg Gate, the Berlin Dome, Unter den Linden, and Forum Fredericianum</span><br /> <span>Explore cultural highlights such as the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Museum Island for museum visits of your choice such as:  </span><br />  <br /> <span>PERGAMON MUSEUM which houses one of the greatest historic works of architecture the Pergamon Altar or the </span><br />  <br /> <span>NEUES MUSEUM with Berlin’s Egyptian and papyrus collection, artifacts of Pre- and Early History and other antiquities.  Must see: The Bust of Queen Nefertiti</span><br />  <br /> <span>Explore the <span>ScheunenviertEl</span>, Berlin's oldest and best preserved historic neighbourhoods, bustling with commercial galleries, boutiques and Berlin designer stores as well as site specific art hidden in courtyards</span><br />  <br /> <span>Optional further visit to other museum collections of interest such as the <span>Jewish Museum</span>, Hamburger Bahnhof- <span>Museum of Contemporary Art</span>, or other</span><br /> <br /> <strong><span>Tour Duration: </span></strong><span>10 hours</span><br /> <strong><span>Tour can operate:</span></strong><span> Full day</span><br /> <strong><span>Wheelchair Accessible:</span></strong><span> Yes </span><br /> <strong><span>Physical Activity Level: </span></strong><span>Light</span><br /> <br /> <strong><span>Inclusions:</span></strong> <ul> <li><span><span>Private transfer from/to the dock or take the cruise group transfer into town</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Privately led tour by art expert</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Transportation by luxury car</span></span></li> <li><span><span>All taxes</span></span></li> </ul> <span><strong><span>Not Included: </span></strong></span> <ul> <li><span><span>Meals </span></span></li> <li><span><span>Admissions and museum licensing fees (can be prepaid)</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Tipping at your discretion</span></span></li> </ul> Berlin visit with focus on Jewish heritage (Full day excursion) <strong><span><span>Highlights:</span></span></strong><br />  <br /> <span><span>Experience the past and present of Berlin through its architecture, monuments and memorials</span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span>Meet your Jewish Berlin expert upon arrival in town and start </span></span><span><span>with a visit at the memorial of the ‘Murdered Jews of Europe’ a field of stelae located next to Brandenburg Gate</span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span>Tour the Baroque city centre of Berlin with its grand squares and boulevards built in the 17th and 18th century under the Hohenzollern Kings of Prussia </span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span>Walk through the Forum Fredericianum – site of the infamous book burning during the Nazi regime </span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span>Stroll the ‘Scheunenviertel’, the former Jewish quarter with its narrow alleys, hidden courtyards and the famous ‘Neue Synagoge’</span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span>Visit memorials and site specific art dedicated to Jewish heritage</span></span><br /> <span><span>See the former Jewish Nursing home turned into a collection point for deportation of Berlin´s Jews</span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span>See the Reichstag and the ‘Topography of Terror’ located close to remains of the Wall</span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span>Private guided tour of the Jewish Museum, in the award winning architecture designed by Daniel Libeskind</span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span>En route back to the port visit the memorial, ‘Track 17’, a deportation ramp at the former Grunewald train station</span></span></span><br />  <br />  <br /> <strong><span><span>Tour Duration: </span></span></strong><span><span>10 hours</span></span><br /> <strong><span><span>Tour can operate:</span></span></strong><span><span> Full day</span></span><br /> <strong><span><span>Wheelchair Accessible:</span></span></strong><span><span> Yes </span></span><br /> <strong><span><span>Physical Activity Level: </span></span></strong><span><span>Light</span></span><br /> <br /> <strong><span><span>Inclusions:</span></span></strong> <ul> <li><span><span>Private transfer from/to the dock or take the cruise group transfer into town</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Privately led tour by Jewish expert</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Transportation by luxury car</span></span></li> <li><span><span>All taxes</span></span></li> </ul> <strong><span><span>Not Included: </span></span></strong> <ul> <li><span><span>Meals </span></span></li> <li><span><span>Admissions and museum licensing fees (can be prepaid)</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Tipping at your discretion</span></span></li> </ul> Explore Berlin with focus history and WWII (Full day excursion) <strong><span><span><span>Highlights:</span></span></span></strong><br />  <br /> <span><span><span>Experience Berlin´s past through its architecture, monuments and memorials</span></span></span><br /> <br /> <span><span><span>Day to be tailored to your interests</span></span></span><br /> <br /> <span><span><span>Experience Berlin´s past through its architecture, monuments and memorials</span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>Day to be tailored to your interests</span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span>Tour the Baroque city center with its grand squares and boulevards built in the 17th and 18th century under the Hohenzollern Kings of Prussia</span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span>Explore Pariser Platz, site of the world-renowned Berlin landmark, the Brandenburg Gate</span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span>Visit important cultural sites such as Museum Island, the Berlin Dome, Unter den Linden, Forum Fredericianum, and the Reichstag</span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span>See the ‘Topography of Terror’ former site of the Nazi headquarters</span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span>Stop at the memorial, ‘Track 17’, a</span></span></span><span><span><span> former deportation ramp at the Grunewald train station</span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span>Experience Bernauer Strasse</span></span></span> <span><span><span>memorial located on the former death strip and see remains of the Wall at East Side Gallery</span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span>Stroll through the Scheunenviertel, the former Jewish Quarter now filled with memorials and site specific art hidden in courtyards</span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span>Walk through</span></span></span><span><span><span> the ‘Memorial of the Murdered Jews of Europe’</span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span>See Tempelhof Airport, heart of the Berlin airlift during the Cold War blockade</span></span></span><br />  <br /> <strong><span><span>Tour Duration: </span></span></strong><span><span>10 hours</span></span><br /> <strong><span><span>Tour can operate:</span></span></strong><span><span> Full day</span></span><br /> <strong><span><span>Wheelchair Accessible:</span></span></strong><span><span> Yes </span></span><br /> <strong><span><span>Physical Activity Level: </span></span></strong><span><span>Light</span></span><br /> <br /> <strong><span><span>Inclusions:</span></span></strong> <ul> <li><span><span>Private transfer from/to the dock or take the cruise group transfer into town</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Transportation by luxury car </span></span></li> <li><span><span>Touring with one of our excellent driver-guides</span></span></li> <li><span><span>All taxes</span></span></li> </ul> <strong><span><span>Not Included: </span></span></strong> <ul> <li><span><span>Meals </span></span></li> <li><span><span>Optional admissions and museum licensing fees</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Tipping at your discretion</span></span></li> </ul> Highlights of Germany’s Capital City (Full day excursion) <strong><span><span>Highlights:</span></span></strong><br />  <br /> <span><span>Experience the past, present and future of Berlin through its architecture, monuments and memorials</span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span>Excursion to be tailored to your interests</span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span>Tour the Baroque city centre of Berlin with its grand squares and boulevards built in the 17th and 18th century under the Hohenzollern Kings of Prussia</span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span>Visit important cultural sites such as Brandenburg Gate, Museum Island, the Berlin Dome, Unter den Linden, Forum Fredericianum</span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span>Explore recent architectural developments since the Fall of the Wall, such as <strong><span><span>Potsdamer Platz and the new Government Quarter with the refurbished Reichsstag building </span></span></strong></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span>Witness Cold War sites such as remains of the Berlin wall, East Side Gallery, the former no-mans land, </span></span><span><span>Checkpoint Charlie</span></span><br />  <br /> <strong><span><span>Tour Duration: </span></span></strong><span><span>10 hours</span></span><br /> <strong><span><span>Tour can operate:</span></span></strong><span><span> Full day</span></span><br /> <strong><span><span>Wheelchair Accessible:</span></span></strong><span><span> Yes </span></span><br /> <strong><span><span>Physical Activity Level: </span></span></strong><span><span>Light</span></span><br /> <br /> <strong><span><span>Inclusions:</span></span></strong> <ul> <li><span><span>Private transfer from/to the dock or take the cruise group transfer into town</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Transportation by luxury car </span></span></li> <li><span><span>Touring with one of our excellent driver-guides</span></span></li> <li><span><span>All taxes</span></span></li> </ul> <strong><span><span>Not Included: </span></span></strong> <ul> <li><span><span>Meals </span></span></li> <li><span><span>Optional admissions and museum licensing fees</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Tipping at your discretion</span></span></li> </ul> Full Day Tour (10 - 11 hours) to Berlin - Shore Excursion to Berlin Our English speaking driver will await you at the harbor of Rostock and takes you to Berlin. The duration of the drive is max 3 hours.<br /> You will start the tour in Berlin at Charlottenburg palace where your personal guide is waiting for you and will show you the wonderful garden of the castle.<br /> Afterwards you will start with the theme tour “Berlin the city of contrasts”:<br /> <em>The historical Berlin </em><br /> includes the Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag, the boulevard Unter den Linden, the famous Gendarmenmarkt as well as Charlottenburg Palace, the largest and most beautiful Baroque palace in Berlin.<br /> <em>The cultural Berlin </em><br /> includes the city's three opera houses, two concert halls, numerous theaters and museums as well as the unique Museum Island with five important museum-buildings and the Kultur-Forum, where one of the world's most important collections of European paintings from the 13th till the 19th century is shown.<br /> <em>The political Berlin </em><br /> includes the government area around the Reichstag with the new Office of the Federal Chancellor and the Paul Löbe Building as well as the Embassy Quarter around Pariser Platz and Tiergarten.<br /> <em>The divided Berlin </em><br /> Checkpoint Charlie, the former border crossing between East and West Berlin, reminds us of the long period which Berlin was a divided city.<br /> <em>The new Berlin </em><br /> includes Potsdamer Platz – one of the most popular attractions with its mix of restaurants, stores, theaters, cinemas and business areas, which was predominantly designed by Sony and Daimler-Chrysler during the past 10 years.<br /> <em>The young Berlin </em><br /> Features exciting night life around the Hackescher Markt, located in Berlin Mitte, the concentrated trendy scene from Oranienburger Straße and its side streets to the courtyard ensemble at Hackesche Höfe. This area is also known as the former Jewish Quarter the Centrum Judaicum/New Synagogue.<br /> After up to 5 hours spend in Berlin, your private driver will bring you back to Warnemünde.<br />  <br /> <em>Itinerary</em><br /> 07:30 am: Pick Up by your private car at the port<br /> - 2,5 - 3h Transfer -<br /> 10:30am: You will start the tour in Berlin at Charlottenburg palace where your personal guide is waiting for you and will show you the wonderful garden of the castle.<br /> 11:00 am: Start of the theme tour “Berlin the city of contrasts"<br /> - 2 hours of guided tour -<br /> 12:30 pm: Free time for lunch<br /> 01:30 pm: Continue guided tour through Berlin<br /> 03:30 pm: End of guided tour & Departure to Warnemünde<br /> - 2,5 - 3 h Transfer -<br /> 06:30 pm: Arrival at the ship<br />	07/30/2024	07/30/2024
At Sea	07/31/2024	07/31/2024
Riga Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! Riga City tour – 4 Hours <span><span><img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-5369.png" />The history of Riga dates back more than 800 years ago. For hundreds of years it has been an important trade centre and a bridge between Western and Eastern Europe. It has attracted Germans, Russians, Poles, Swedes, and people of other nationalities, so it has always been a multilingual and cosmopolitan city which still reflects in city’s architecture and atmosphere. <br /> Discover the Old Town of Riga with narrow cobbled stone streets, old buildings dating back to the 15th century, squares, churches and inner yards: Dome Square and Cathedral, Riga Castle, Town Hall and the House of Blackheads, Swedish Gates, Jacob’s Barracks, Liivs’ Square etc.<br />  <br /> The City Centre boasts green parks and Boulevard Semi-circle around which you will see Latvian National Opera House, the Monument of Liberty, National Theatre, National Art Museum, Latvian University, as well as of course the charming Art Nouveau (Jugendstil) area with beautiful houses and Art Deco style.<br />  <br /> The tour will end with 1h shared river tour on wooden boat around the old town.<br />  <br /> <span><span>Basis:  Private tour.</span></span><br /> <span><span>Start:  City center Hotel or address. </span></span><br /> <span><span>End:            Boat Pier (not cruise pier).</span></span><br /> <span><span>Notes: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes. Passengers will go back to the hotel on their own or they can book an additional transfer pier-hotel which is not included in this tour.</span></span><br /> <br /> <span>Tour Duration: 4 hours in total (</span><span>  3 hours city tour + 1 hour river boat tour)</span><br /> <span>Tour can operate:</span> morning or afternoon<br /> <span>Wheelchair Accessible:</span> No<br /> <span>Physical Activity Level:</span> Light. <span>Walking required over uneven surfaces. </span><br /> <span>Inclusions:</span> <span>Dome Cathedral entrance and 1 hour boat tour, </span><span><span> 01<sup>st</sup> Class vehicle at disposal for 3 hours, </span></span><span><span>English-speaking guide (other languages on request).<br /> <strong>Not included: </strong>transfer from/to cruise pier</span></span></span></span> <p></p> <div font-size:="" sans="" source="">?</div> Riga and Rundale Palace – 7 Hours <span><span><img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-5370.png" />After a short tour of the city, the tour will lead you to the golden times of southern part of Latvia called Courland. During the tour you will visit magnificent Rundale Palace, charming Mezotne Manor House as well as we will make a stop at medieval Bauska Castle ruins. <br />  <br /> <strong>Rundale Palace </strong>is a magnificent masterpiece of Baroque and Rococo, and it is often called Latvia’s version of Versailles. It is the biggest palace in the Baltic States and one of the biggest in the northern part of Europe. The palace was built in the 18th century for Ernst Johan von Biron, the Duke of Courland. It was designed by the famous Russian Court architect Bartolomeo Rastrelli, who has also designed the world famous Winter Palace in St. Petersburg.<br />  <br /> Today this place is subtly restored and 40 of its more than 100 rooms and halls with original interior and furniture are opened for visitors in all their splendor. A French park that surrounds the palace also designed by F.B.Rastrelli lies in the southern part of the palace territory. It is newly made according to the original design of the 18th century.<br />  <br />  <br /> <span><span>Basis:  Private tour.</span></span><br /> <span><span>Start / End:   City center Hotel or address. </span></span><br /> <span><span>Duration:      </span></span><br /> <span><span>Notes: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span><br /> <br /> <span>Tour Duration:</span><span> 7 hours </span><br /> <span>Tour can operate:</span> morning or afternoon<br /> <span>Wheelchair Accessible:</span> No.<span> Walking required over uneven surfaces. </span><br /> <span>Physical Activity Level:</span> Light<br /> <span>Inclusions: Entrance </span></span></span><span><span><span> Rundale palace, English-speaking guide (Other languages on request), 1st class vehicle.</span></span></span><br />   Riga Jewish heritage tour – 6 Hours <span><span><img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-5371.png" /><br /> The tour starts in the Old Town with cobbled stone streets and medieval buildings, Riga Synagogue; charming Jugendstile (Art Nouveau) area many houses of which belonged with Jews before the World War II, the Jewish quarter, a memorial for the burnt Great Synagogue of Riga, the Jewish school founded in the XIX c. by Rav Dr. Max Liliental, the Synagogue, Ghetto Museum.<br /> Then the tour continues to Rambula and Salapilis memorial.<br /> At this site, obscured by dense forest, the Nazis herded thousands of victims to be executed and buried in the anonymity of mass graves. Jews were brought from as far away as Austria and Germany; many Latvians and Russians were killed at this site as well. The current monument was unveiled only in 2001, and it illustrates the persistent Jewish soul and its refusal to be forgotten.<br /> <span><span>Basis:  Private tour.</span></span><br /> <span><span>Start / End:   City center Hotel or address. </span></span><br /> <span><span>Notes: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span><br /> <br /> <span>Tour Duration:</span><span>6 hours </span><br /> <span>Tour can operate:</span> morning or afternoon<br /> <span>Wheelchair Accessible:</span>  No<br /> <span>Physical Activity Level:</span> Light. <span>Walking required over uneven surfaces. </span><br /> <span>Inclusions:</span> <span>English-speaking guide (other languages on request) and 1st class vehicle</span><br /> <strong>Not included</strong>: transportation to/from the Cruise ship </span></span><br />	08/01/2024	08/01/2024
Tallinn Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! Tallinn: Panoramic Tallinn - 8 hours Your local English-speaking guide will greet you at the port and take you on a private tour of Tallinn. Start with a visit to the historic Kadriorg Park, home to the stunning Catherine's Palace and surrounding gardens that were commissioned by the Russian Czar Peter I in the early 18th century. Continue on to the Song Festival Grounds, known as the venue for Estonia’s Song Festival that takes place every five years and can hold up to 300,000 spectators and 30,000 performers! Next visit Pirita, a beautiful beachside location where the yachting complex was built for the 1980 Olympic Games.<br /> <br /> Driving past ancient walls and tower gateways, see the national blue, black and white flag flying over the Tall Hermann Tower. Walk up Toompea Hill to Palace Square to view the Baroque Toompea Castle, now the residence of the Estonian Parliament, and to visit the Russian Orthodox Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. Stroll along medieval cobblestone streets to the scenic viewpoint over the Lower Town rooftops, passing St Mary’s Cathedral, the oldest church in Estonia, as well as the Stenbock House, the residence of the Estonian Prime Minister.<br /> <br /> The Great Guild Hall, the Holy Spirit Church, the Town Council’s Apothecary and the Town Hall can also be found in the labyrinth of streets. Make some time for shopping at the Müürivahe Street market, where traditional wool and linen products are sold.<br /> <br /> <strong>Highlights:</strong> <ul> <li>See the stunning Catherine's Palace, the Song Festival Grounds ans the beautiful beachside location of Pirita</li> </ul> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>8 hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour can Operate: </strong>Morning / Afternoon<br /> <br /> <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> Please enquire for more information<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Low<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong><br /> •    Luxury car or minivan at your disposal during the tour<br /> •    An expert A&K local guide (8 hours)<br /> •    Entrance fees<br /> •    All taxes<br /> <br /> <strong>Exclusions:</strong><br /> •    All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs<br /> •    Gratuities Tallinn city tour - 3 hours <p><span> </span><img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-5336.png" /><br /> <span>Tallinn city tour is a c</span><span>ombined tour by car / minivan and walking tour in the Old Town<br /> The tour starts by a tour circling around the Old Town and offering a fascinating view of the medieval town and the 16th century fortification wall with numerous red tile roofs. The tour also leads by the Pirita beach side passing by the Song Festival Grounds, St Birgitte's Convent ruins and Pirita Olympic yacht centre.<br /> The tour gives an overall impression about the city, its history and development. The walking tour in the Old Town takes you back to medieval times when Tallinn was an important trade centre and gathered merchants and traders of all nationalities. Enjoy the well preserved Old Town with buildings dating back even 16th<span> </span>century, narrow cobbled stone streets and small inner yards with charming art galleries and cafes. </span><br />  </p> <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><span><span>Basis </span></span></td> <td><span><span>Private tour</span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span>Duration </span></span></td> <td><span><span>3 hours</span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span>Start / End</span></span></td> <td> <p><span><span><span>City center Hotel or pier</span></span></span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span>Vehicle</span></span></td> <td><span><span>1st class</span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span>Guide</span></span></td> <td> <p><span><span><span>English-speaking. Other languages on request</span></span></span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span>Entrances</span></span></td> <td><span><span>Dome Cathedral</span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span>Meals</span></span></td> <td><span><span>None</span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span>Diifculty</span></span></td> <td> <p><span><span><span>Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces</span></span></span></p> <div></div> </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span>Notes</span></span></td> <td> <p><span><span><span>NOT AVAILABLE ON MONDAYS<br /> Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes</span></span></span></p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p></p> <div></div> Tallinn Jewish Heritage Tour – 4 Hours <p><img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-5337.png" /><br /> <span>The tour highlights the charming Old Town of Tallinn as well as Jewish Heritage in Tallinn.<br /> During the walking tour you will visit Tallinn’s Upper Town with Otrhodox St Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Toompea Castle and Estonian Parliament, Dome Church and a view platform to the Lower Town and the Bay of Tallinn. Most significan sites in Lower Town that you will visit will be Danish Kings Garden, Town Hall Square and Viru Gates<br /> The tour also includes a visit to Estonian Jewish Museum and Tallinn Synagogue. </span></p> <p></p> <p><span><b>Estonian Jewish Museum </b></span></p> <p><span>The museum gives a thorough overview of the Jewish community in Estonia during different times in history. This is where various materials concerning the destiny of Estonian Jews are stored. The exposition of the museum comprises of three sections: a permanent exhibition, a library with books written by or about Estonian Jews and a thematic electronic archive. The large paper archive is where the originals of the documents are stored.</span></p> <p></p> <p><span><b>Tallinn Synagogue </b></span></p> <p><span>Established in 2007, Tallinn's Synagogue is by far the most modern house of worship in the city.<br /> It was a long time coming. During World War II, the Jewish community that had existed in Tallinn was all but wiped out, and its Synagogue bombed. In the years following the war, a few native Jews returned to Tallinn, joined by many more Russian Jews, but the Soviet regime had outlawed any open observance of Judaism. It was only after Estonia regained independence in 1991 that a real Jewish religious community was re-established here. </span><br /> <br />  </p> <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><span><span>Basis</span></span></td> <td><span><span>Private tour</span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span>Duration</span></span></td> <td><span><span>4 hours</span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span>Start / End</span></span></td> <td><span><span><span>Hotel city center or pier</span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span>Vehicle</span></span></td> <td><span><span>1st class</span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span>Guide</span></span></td> <td><span><span><span>English-speaking. Other languages on request    </span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span>Entrances</span></span></td> <td><span><span><span>Estonian Jewish Museum and Tallinn Synagogue</span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span>Meals</span></span></td> <td><span><span>None</span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span>Difficulty</span></span></td> <td><span><span><span>Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces</span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span>Notes</span></span></td> <td><span><span><span>NOT AVAILABLE ON MONDAYS/ Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span></span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p></p> <div></div> Tallinn Full Day Family Fun - 5 to 6 hours <p><img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-5338.png" /><br /> <br /> <span>Start the day by an unconventional and fun way to discover the city. Your driver will pick you up at your hotel or pier to drive you to the starting point of your <b>2 hours Segway tour.</b></span></p> <p><span>The Segway Experience is very fun for everyone who would like to discover Tallinn from a different way. It allows you to see the most important and interesting sights of the city in only couple of hours.<br /> Riding a Segway is the most amazing experience. It gently moves you and keeps you balanced. Just step on and ride smoothly and almost silently away with a feeling of simple mobility and freedom.<br /> Segway ride is great way for getting together and having fun. Kids, teens, adults & oldies – everyone loves Segway rides.</span></p> <p><span>After the tour your driver will come pick you up and driver you to the <b>Estonian Open-air Museum in Rocca</b> <b>al Mare </b><i>(Recommeded for Families with Children).</i><br /> Rocca al Mare is Estonian Ethnography Open-air Museum located in a nice pine forest near the sea at a distance of about 20 min drive from the Old Town. This museum leads you back to the time of old rural Estonia. The vast, forested park is filled with thatched, 18-20th-century farm buildings, windmills, a wooden chapel and a village school, with staff demonstrating how people lived and worked in times past. Visitors can buy handicrafts and try out the traditional food served in the village tavern</span><br /> <br />  </p> <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><span><span>Basis</span></span></td> <td><span><span>Private tour</span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span>Duration</span></span></td> <td><span><span>5-6 hours</span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span>Start / End</span></span></td> <td> <p><span><span><span>City center Hotel or pier</span></span></span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span>Vehicle</span></span></td> <td> <p><span><span><span>1</span><span><sup>st</sup></span><span> class. Included for private transfers to the Segway tour and 4hrs vehicle at disposal afterwards. </span></span></span></p> <div></div> </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span>Guide</span></span></td> <td> <p><span><span><span>English-speaking for Segway tour. Rocca al Mare on your own.</span></span></span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span>Entrances</span></span></td> <td> <p><span><span><span>Estonian Open-air Museum at Rocca al Mare</span></span></span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span>Meals</span></span></td> <td><span><span>None</span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span>Difficulty</span></span></td> <td> <p><span><span><span>Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces</span></span></span></p> <div></div> </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span>Notes</span></span></td> <td> <p><span><span><span>Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes</span></span></span></p> <div></div> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p></p> Tallinn Food Tour – 3 Hours <p><img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-5339.png" /><br /> <span> <br /> What is the Estonian cuisine - Nordic with a twist, a touch from Russian kitchen and a bit of German? Take a glimpse into its surprisingly vivid culinary scene during our Tallinn Food Tour. You’ll have 6-7 food & wine- stops combined with strolls on historical cobblestone streets of Tallinn Old Town.<br /> Tallinn Food Tour combines city sightseeing with various food (and some drink) - stops. The walking tour route is based on Tallinn Old Town, so you will pass most of its main sights and churches on your way, as well as you’ll have a couple of entrances. </span></p> <p><span>Tallinn Food Tour includes food-stops like: at medieval thematic tavern, street sales, eco-food-store, deli- shop, typical Estonian cuisine restaurant, and at a secret wine terrace in the Old Town. There are also some surprise stops en route. During this food tour you will get the first impression on the variety of culinary scene in Estonia, where it came and where is it heading for, along with stories and legends told by our professional tour guides. </span><br /> <br />  </p> <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><span><span>Basis</span></span></td> <td> <p><span><span><span>Private transfers and Scheduled tour</span><br /> <span><i>Private tours: availability and price upon request!</i></span></span></span></p> <div></div> </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span>Duration</span></span></td> <td><span><span>3 hours</span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span>Start / End</span></span></td> <td><span><span>Meeting point in the Old Town. </span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span>Vehicle</span></span></td> <td> <p><span><span><span>none</span></span></span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span>Guide</span></span></td> <td> <p><span><span><span>English-speaking.</span></span></span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span>Entrances</span></span></td> <td><span><span>None</span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span>Meals</span></span></td> <td> <p><span><span><span>Various tastings making up for a full meal</span></span></span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span>Difficulty</span></span></td> <td> <p><span><span><span>Grade Easy to Medium. Walking required over uneven surfaces</span></span></span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span>Notes</span></span></td> <td> <p><span><span><span>AVAILABLE FROM MID-MAY TO MID-SEPTEMBER<br /> Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes</span></span></span></p> <div></div> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p></p> <div></div>	08/02/2024	08/02/2024
Helsinki Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! Helsinki City tour – 3 Hours <img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-4763.png" /><br /> <br /> <span><span>Helsinki was founded in 1550 by the Swedish King Gustav Vasa. As a result of the war of 1808-1809, Sweden was forced to cede Finland to Russia. In 1812 Tsar Alexander declared Helsinki the capital of autonomous Finland. In 1917 the city was to become the capital of the independent Republic of Finland. In safeguarding its historical heritage, Helsinki has again and again been forced to reassess the past. Cultural influences from both East and West have molded the life of the city, which has nevertheless preserved an outlook on life that is inherently Finnish. Over the years the city has spread, and its population multiplied, yet nature is still close at hand - the sea and islands are dominant features of the landscape.</span></span><br /> <span><span>Among the most striking features of the Helsinki architecture are the largish areas built in a uniform style. The city thus has whole blocks and even districts representing Neoclassical, Art Nouveau, National Romantic, functional or modern architecture. The oldest area in Helsinki that has been preserved intact is the Senate Square. Reminiscent of St. Petersburg in its neoclassical style. </span></span><br /> <span><span>In the 1970s Helsinki acquired some important new public buildings - e.g. the Finlandia Hall, the City Theatre, the new National Opera, the official residence of the Finnish President and the Temppeliaukio Church - which are now important landmarks on the Helsinki street scene. </span></span><br /> <span><span>A city tour includes all essential sights in the city center including the Sibelius Park with the Sibelius Monument, an unusual steel monument from 1967, commemorating the great Finnish composer Jean Sibelius. Pay a visit to <strong>Temppeliaukio Church</strong> (The Church in the Rock), completed in 1969 and carved out of a solid rock and topped with a copper dome.  Only the dome is visible from the outside. The pantheon-like interior is enhanced by the rugged granite walls and the copper-plated cupola. The excellent acoustics make this a favorite venue for concerts. </span></span><span><span><span>Please note that inside visits to the Rock Church cannot be guaranteed due to religious services and holidays.</span></span></span><br />   <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td>Basis:</td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Private tour.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td>Duration:</td> <td><span><span><span>City center Hotel or address.</span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td>Start/End:</td> <td><span><span><span>3 hours.</span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td>Vehicle:</td> <td><span lang="EN-US">01<sup>st</sup> Class.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td>Guide:</td> <td><span lang="EN-US">English-speaking. Other languages on request.    </span></td> </tr> <tr> <td>Entrances:</td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Temppeliaukio Rock Church.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td>Meals:</td> <td><span lang="EN-US">None.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td>Difficulty:</td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces. </span></td> </tr> <tr> <td>Notes:</td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> Helsinki Suomenlinna Fortress tour – 3 Hours <span><span><span><img alt="" src="https://edit.myhelsinki.fi/sites/default/files/styles/api_1980x1020/public/2018-09/suomenlinna_kesalla_suomen_ilmakuva_suomenlinnan_hoitokunta_location_only.jpg?h=deaec4b9&itok=fh-Wj_dU" /><br /> <br /> Built in the second half of the 18th century by Sweden on a group of islands located at the entrance of Helsinki's harbour, this fortress is an especially interesting example of European military architecture of the time. Suomenlinna, until 1918 Viapori (Finnish), or Sveaborg (Swedish), was an inhabited sea fortress built on six islands and which now forms part of the city of Helsinki, the capital of Finland. </span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>Suomenlinna is a UNESCO World Heritage site and popular with tourists and locals. </span></span></span><span><span><span>The guided walking tour takes you through the historic Susisaari and Kustaanmiekka areas and provides information on the colourful past of the fortress. The tour introduces, for example, the Great Courtyard and the dry dock, which once was one of the largest in the world.</span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>The tour includes a return ferry service to / from Suomenlina Maritime Fortress, a guided tour with an official Suomenlina guide and an entrance to </span></span></span><strong><span><span>Suomenlinna Museum</span></span></strong><span><span><span>. You will meet the guide at Suomenlina Maritime Fortress, after disembarking the ferry. Depending on your accommodation in Helsinki, city transfers to and from the ferry port may need to be considered. </span></span></span><br />   <div></div> <div> <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1" font-size:="" trebuchet="" width:=""> <tbody> <tr> <td>Basis:</td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Private tour.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td>Duration:</td> <td>3 hours.</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Start/End:</td> <td>Helsinki Harbour.</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Vehicle:</td> <td><span lang="EN-US">01<sup>st</sup> Class.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td>Guide:</td> <td>English speaking Soumenlinna Guide. <span lang="EN-US">Other languages on request.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td>Entrances:</td> <td>Suomenlinna Museum.</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Meals:</td> <td><span lang="EN-US">None.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td>Difficulty:</td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces. </span></td> </tr> <tr> <td>Notes:</td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div>   Helsinki Porvoo Tour – 5 Hours <img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-4765.png" /><br /> <span><span>Porvoo is Finland's second oldest town and the most picturesque one. In other words, a beautiful area full of history. The town of Porvoo was granted town status in the 14th century and is one of the treasures of traditional Finnish architecture. </span></span><br /> <span><span>The original town plan from the Middle Ages, features the low, small houses, picturesque yards and narrow streets and forms a historically unique wooden town environment.</span></span><br /> <span><span>The symbols of Porvoo – the red warehouses on the riverbanks – tell tall tales of seafaring and trading. The guest marina and ferry dock at Jokiranta are humming with life, especially during the summer months. </span></span><br /> <span><span>The bridge at Aleksanterinkatu, completed in autumn 2004, and the newly restored Jokiranta area now encourage locals to take an evening walk and enjoy the latest improvements to the downtown area. Flower beds, fountains, cafés and sundecks have turned the shore into an attractive gathering place. The Market Square is the heart of the city, surrounded by City Hall, the bus station, specialty boutiques and services. The range of products at the marketplace varies by season.</span></span><br />   <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td>Basis:</td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Private tour.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td>Start/End:</td> <td><span lang="EN-US">City center Hotel, Cruise Pier or address. </span></td> </tr> <tr> <td>Duration:</td> <td>5 hours.</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Vehicle:</td> <td><span lang="EN-US">01<sup>st</sup> Class.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td>Guide:</td> <td><span lang="EN-US">English-speaking. Other languages on request.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td>Entrances:</td> <td>None.</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Meals:</td> <td>None.</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Difficulty:</td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces. </span></td> </tr> <tr> <td>Notes:</td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> Helsinki Jewish City tour – 4 Hours <p><img alt="Interior of the Temppeliaukio Church, which was designed by ..." src="https://www.researchgate.net/publication/310659424/figure/fig6/AS:668253546356738@1536335469188/Interior-of-the-Temppeliaukio-Church-which-was-designed-by-architects-and-brothers-Timo.png" /><br /> <span>This tour allows you to see the best of Helsinki and also learn more about the past and present of its Jewish citizens.</span></p> <p><span>A city tour includes all essential sights in the city center including the Sibelius Park with the Sibelius Monument, an unusual steel monument from 1967, commemorating the great Finnish composer Jean Sibelius. Pay a visit to <b>Temppeliaukio Church</b> (The Church in the Rock), completed in 1969 and carved out of a solid rock and topped with a copper dome.  Only the dome is visible from the outside. The pantheon-like interior is enhanced by the rugged granite walls and the copper-plated cupola. The excellent acoustics make this a favorable venue for concerts. </span></p> <p><span>A visit to the local <b>Synagogue</b> is made during the tour. You will be able to see its rooms located in the local Jewish Community Center. </span></p> <p><span>The center of the Helsinki is majestic with its classical style Senate Square. It offers a view to the impressive Helsinki Cathedral, Helsinki University, National Library and the Government Palace. The statue to the Russian czar Alexander II is located in the middle of the square.</span></p> <p><span>Please note that inside visits to the Rock Church and Helsinki Synagogue cannot be guaranteed due to religious services and holidays. In the event of religious services. Tour order may be adjusted based on Rock Church and the opening hours of Helsinki Synagogue.</span></p> <p></p> <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><span><span><em>Basis</em></span></span></td> <td><span><span><em>Private</em></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><em>Start / End</em></span></span></td> <td><span><span><em><span>City center Hotel or address. </span></em></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><em>Duration</em></span></span></td> <td><span><span><em>4 hours</em></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><em>Vehicle</em></span></span></td> <td><span><span><em><span>01</span><span><sup>st</sup></span><span> Class.</span></em></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><em>Guide</em></span></span></td> <td><span><span><em><span>English-speaking. Other languages on request.  </span></em></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><em>Entrances</em></span></span></td> <td><span><span><em><span>Temppeliaukio Rock Church & Synagogue.</span></em></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><em>Meals</em></span></span></td> <td><span><span><em>None</em></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><em>Difficulty</em></span></span></td> <td><span><span><em><span>Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces. </span></em></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><em>Notes</em></span></span></td> <td><em><span><span><span>Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span></span></em></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p></p> <div></div> Hesinki City tour with Sauna Experience – 5 Hours <p><img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-5314.png" /><br /> <br /> <span>Among the most striking features of the Helsinki architecture are the largish areas built in a uniform style. The city thus has whole blocks and even districts representing Neoclassical, Art Nouveau, National Romantic, functional or modern architecture. The oldest area in Helsinki that has been preserved intact is the Senate Square. Reminiscent of St. Petersburg in its neoclassical style. </span></p> <p><span>In the 1970s Helsinki acquired some important new public buildings - e.g. the Finlandia Hall, the City Theatre, the new National Opera, the official residence of the Finnish President and the Temppeliaukio Church - which are now important landmarks on the Helsinki street scene. </span></p> <p><span>A city tour includes all essential sights in the city centre including the Sibelius Park with the Sibelius Monument, an unusual steel monument from 1967, commemorating the great Finnish composer Jean Sibelius. Pay a visit to <b>Temppeliaukio Church</b> (The Church in the Rock), completed in 1969 and carved out of a solid rock and topped with a copper dome.  Only the dome is visible from the outside. The pantheon-like interior is enhanced by the rugged granite walls and the copper-plated cupola. The excellent acoustics make this a favorite venue for concerts.</span></p> <p><span>Sauna bathing is an essential part of Finnish culture and national identity. There are only 5,4 million Finns but 3,3 million saunas. Public saunas used to be common in bigger cities but now that most new apartments have sauna of their own, public saunas have decreased dramatically in number. There are only a couple remaining. As a sense of community is becoming a more and more important part of new urban culture, many new public saunas are being planned. </span></p> <p><span>The <b>sauna</b> is open to the public and has separate locker rooms and showers for men and women – however the sauna rooms and other facilities are open to everyone. Please remember that appropriate swimwear must be worn in the shared sauna room.</span></p> <p><span>Towels and seat cover as well as soap and shampoo are included in the 2 hour sauna experience</span><span>. </span><span>Don’t forget your bathing costume.</span></p> <p></p> <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><em><span><span>Basis</span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span>Private tour</span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span>Start / End</span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span> City center Hotel or address. </span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span>Duration</span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span>5 hours</span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span>Vehicle</span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span>0<span>1</span><span><sup>st</sup></span><span> Class.</span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span>Guide</span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span>English-speaking. Other languages on request.</span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span>Entrances</span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span>Temppeliaukio Rock church & Sauna.</span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span>Meals</span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span>None</span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span>Difficulty </span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span>Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces</span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span>Notes</span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span>Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span></span></em></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p></p> <div></div> Helsinki Design tour - 6 hours <p><img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-5315.png" /><br /> <br /> <span>Helsinki offers you a unique and fascinating journey through the centuries and across cultures through its buildings and architecture. The city’s architecture is typified by Nordic minimalism and refinement, and with its modernism, functionalism it also encompasses the largest concentration of Art Nouveau buildings in Northern Europe. </span></p> <p><span>For many <b>Alvar Aalto</b> (1898-1976) is synonymous with Finland with architecture and with design.<br /> After qualifying as an architect from Helsinki Institute of Technology in 1921, Aalto set up his first architectural practice in Jyväskylä. His early works followed the tenets of Nordic Classicism, the predominant style at that time.</span></p> <p><span>During the tour, pay a visit to <b>Temppeliaukio Church</b> (The Church in the Rock), completed in 1969 and carved out of a solid rock and topped with a copper dome.  Only the dome is visible from the outside. The pantheon-like interior is enhanced by the rugged granite walls and the copper-plated cupola. The excellent acoustics make this a favorite venue for concerts.</span></p> <p><span>The Senate Square is dominated by four buildings designed by Carl Ludvig Engel between 1822 and 1852: Helsinki Cathedral, the Government Palace, the main building of the University of Helsinki and the National Library of Finland. </span></p> <p><span>The Central Railway Station was designed by Eliel Saarinen in 1909 and the station was opened in 1919. The station is mostly clad in Finnish granite, and its distinguishing features are its clock tower and the two pairs of statues holding the spherical lamps, lit at night-time, on either side of the main entrance.</span></p> <p><span>The City Hall was designed by C.L. Engel as a hotel in 1833, the building has been the City Hall since the 1930s. The Helsinki coat-of-arms can be seen on the tympanum. </span></p> <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><span><span><span><em>Basis</em></span></span></span></td> <td><span><span><span><em>Private tour</em></span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><span><em>Start / End</em></span></span></span></td> <td><span><span><span><em><span>City center Hotel or address. </span></em></span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><span><em>Duration</em></span></span></span></td> <td><span><span><span><em>6 hours</em></span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><span><em>Vehicle</em></span></span></span></td> <td><span><span><span><em><span>01</span><span><sup>st</sup></span><span> Class.</span></em></span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><span><em>Guide</em></span></span></span></td> <td><span><span><span><em><span>English-speaking. Other languages on request. </span></em></span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><span><em>Entrance</em></span></span></span></td> <td><span><span><span><em><span>Temppeliaukio Rock church & the Alvaro Aalto Studio & House tour (shared tour).</span></em></span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><span><em>Meals</em></span></span></span></td> <td><span><span><span><em><span>None</span></em></span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><span><em>Difficulty</em></span></span></span></td> <td><span><span><span><em><span>Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span></em></span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><span><em>Notes</em></span></span></span></td> <td><span><span><span><em><span>Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></em></span></span></span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p></p> <div></div> Helsinki by Kayak – 4,5 hours <img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-5377.png" /><br /> <span><span><span><span>Explore Helsinki as close to the sea as you can get! </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>We start the day with a transfer to the paddling center, once we get there our instructor will guide you on how to paddle in a safe way. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>After getting your kayaking equipment we start a 3-hour guided paddling trip in the archipelago of Helsinki. We will paddle in clear water, around rocky islands, and sandy beaches, enjoying the fresh air and beautiful surroundings of Finnish nature. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>We will also enjoy a sandwich during the excursion. Once the activity is over, we head back to the city center by car.</span></span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span><span>Basis:  Private tour.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Duration:       04:30 hours (3 hs paddling and time for transfers).</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Start / End:   City.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Vehicle:         01<sup>st</sup> Class for transfers. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Guide: English-speaking kayak instructor and guide.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Entrances:     None</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Meals: Water bottle and </span></span></span></span><span><span><span>snack (sandwich).</span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Physical Activity Level:      Grade Moderate. Kayaking at leisure pace, walking required over uneven surfaces. No experience required, but you should be able to swim. Our kayaks are stable and easy to paddle.<br /> Wheelchair accessible: no.<br /> Afternoon operates: morning or afternoon.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Notes: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes. Kayaking equipment will be provided.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>Please bring: Hat, Sun Cream, Sunglasses, Waterproof Clothes, Spare Clothes, Swimming Suit, Towel, Water Bottle.</span></span></span> Canoe and Hike in Nuuksio National Park - 4,5 hours <img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-5378.png" /><br /> <span><span><span><span>In this tour you will explore the area of Nuuksio Hawk Nest, in Nuuksio National Park. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Once we get to the national park, our guide will provide you the necessary equipment and introduce to you the basics of canoeing, an old Indian way of moving along the waterways of wild nature. This first part of the tour will take place on The Hawk Lake which is only a very small lake, so the paddling distance is not long. Canoes are stable and fit two people each.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>After canoeing we will go on a guided hike following the marked trails of Nuuksio National Park. The length of the guided hike is about 5km and the pace is easy. This tour is more about enjoying the Finnish nature than covering long distance. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>After the activities you will get a sandwich and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere while resting after having explored the forest like a true Finn! </span></span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span><span>Basis:  Private tour.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Duration:       04:30 hours (3 hs canoeing & hiking and time for transfers).</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Start / End:   City.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Vehicle:         01<sup>st</sup> Class for transfers. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Guide: English-speaking canoeing instructor and guide.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Entrances:     None.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Meals: Water bottle and </span></span></span></span><span><span><span>snack (sandwich).</span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Difficulty:      Grade Moderate. Canoeing at leisure pace, walking required over uneven surfaces. No experience required, but you should be able to swim. No previous paddling or hiking experience required. The canoes are stable and easy to paddle.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Notes: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes. Canoeing equipment will be provided.</span></span></span></span><span><span><span> Please bring: Hat, Sun Cream, Sunglasses, Waterproof Clothes, Spare Clothes, Swimming Suit, Towel, Water Bottle.</span></span></span> Food tour in Helsinki – 3 hs <span><span><span><span>Experience the best of the Finnish cuisine on this food walking tour. You will stroll around the streets of Helsinki´s center, getting a taste of the most traditional as well as fashionable flavors the city has to offer. </span></span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span><span>The tour includes the visit of some of the main gastronomical areas and spots of the Finnish capital, such as the Old Market Hall and the Market Square and also some bakeries and special food stores. You may taste some local bread, cheese, chocolate, fish, pastry, seasonal berry treat and famous Finnish salt licorice: salmiakki!</span></span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span><span>Basis: Private tour.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Duration:      3 hours walking tour.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Start / End:   City.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Vehicle:        None. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Guide: English-speaking. Other languages on request.    </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Entrances:     None.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Meals: The servings are equivalent to a light lunch/big snack. Veggie options available.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span background-attachment:="" background-clip:="" background-image:="" background-origin:="" background-position:="" background-repeat:="" background-size:="" font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span><span>Physical activity level:      Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span></span></span></span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <span>Wheelchair accessible: NO</span><br /> <span>Tour operates: morning, afternoon.</span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Notes: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes. This tour is offered everyday from May to September and on Mon-Sat during the rest of the year. </span></span></span></span>	08/03/2024	08/03/2024
Stockholm Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! Stockholm Drottingholm Castle tour - 4 Hours <strong><span><span><span><img alt="" src="https://www.visitstockholm.com/globalassets/see-and-do/attractionssevardheter/drottningholm-palace_rectangle.jpg?preset=detail_big_retina" /><br /> <br /> Drottningholm Palace</span></span></span></strong><span><span><span> is on the UNESCO's World Heritage List. It</span></span></span> <span><span><span>is the best-preserved royal castle built in Sweden during the 1600’s and it is representative of all European architecture that was to follow.<br /> <br /> The castle was built by architect Nicodemus Tessin the Elder and was clearly inspired by French architecture and since its construction many royals have left their mark on the palace. Hedvig Eleonora, Lovisa Ulrika and Gustav III left powerful examples of their style, especially in the decor of the reception rooms. Hedvig Eleonora’s state bedchamber was at the heart of their reception rooms in the 1600’s and was created by the country's foremost artists and craftsmen.<br /> There is also a series of rooms that were decorated for Gustav III during the 1700’s which includes the Chinese saloon, a very chic trend at that time. </span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>In 1991 Drottningholm Castle was included on UNESCO's World Heritage list of sites of outstanding universal value to humanity. The Royal family moved into the Drottningholm Palace in 1981 and still today the castle remains the primary residence of the King and Queen. The rooms in the castle's southern section are reserved for the royal couple. </span></span></span><br />   <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Basis:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Private tour.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Duration:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">4 hours.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Start / End:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">City center Hotel, address or Pier (excluding Nynäshamn Pier).</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Vehicle:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">01<sup>st</sup> Class.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Guide:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">English-speaking. Other languages on request.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Entrances:</span></td> <td><span><span>Drottingholm Castle.</span></span><br />  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Meals:</span></td> <td><span><span><span>None.</span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Difficulty:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Notes:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> Stockholm City tour – 5 Hours <span><span><img alt="" src="https://www.visitstockholm.com/globalassets/see-and-do/attractionssevardheter/gamla-stan_rectangle.jpg?preset=detail_big_retina" /><br /> Sweden’s magnificent capital Stockholm is a city renowned for its characteristic structure, built on 14 islands magnificently bathed by the waters of lake Mälaren. Your tour will introduce you to the most characteristic locations and the most architecturally significant buildings, the first of which is the imposing <strong>City Hall</strong>, the city's political centre and the location for the annual celebrations that follow the presentation of the Nobel Prizes.</span></span><br /> <span><span>Having admired its imposing exterior that is surrounded by water and topped with three golden crowns, the symbol of the kingdom of Sweden, you will visit the sumptuous Golden Hall whose walls are entirely covered with precious golden mosaics composed of over 19 million tiles. </span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span>Continuing on your itinerary takes you towards the green island of Djurgården with its numerous historic buildings, monuments, museums, galleries, an exciting theme park and a magnificent open-air museum.</span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span>While on the island, visit the museum of the Swedish warship ‘Vasa’, once considered one of the world’s largest and the pride of Sweden's mighty navy. The present <strong>Vasa Museum</strong> is built around the 17th century warship which sank in Stockholm's inner harbor on her maiden voyage in 1628. Its discovery in 1956 and subsequent salvage in 1961 is one of the most important events in marine archaeology. Painstakingly restored to much of its original magnificence, ‘Vasa’ represents an authentic piece of living history.</span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span>Stockholm's Old Town (Gamla Stan) is located on a small island in the very heart of the city. Within its bounds are a multitude of historical sights, including the Royal Palace, the Parliament, the House of Nobilities, as well as the world's longest established bank, the Bank of Sweden that was founded in 1656.</span></span></span><br />   <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Basis:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Private tour.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Duration:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">5 hours.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Start / End:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">City center Hotel, address or Pier (excluding Nynäshamn Pier).</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Vehicle:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">01<sup>st</sup> Class.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Guide:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">English-speaking. Other languages on request.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Entrances:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">City Hall and Vasa Museum.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Meals:</span></td> <td><span><span><span>None.</span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Difficulty:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Notes:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <span><span><span> </span></span></span> Uppsala and Sigtuna tour - 6 Hours <img alt="" src="https://www.dsb.dk/globalassets/produkter_og_services/produkttop/795_uppsala_341768270_800x400.jpg" /><br /> <br /> <span><span><span>Uppsala is located 72 kilometres north of Stockholm and as early as the 6th century it was a political and religious centre.  </span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>It was from here that the old pagan kings ruled. Legend has it that there was a splendid temple here that was decorated with gold. </span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>The large historical <strong>Uppsala Cathedral</strong> was consecrated in 1435. Several famous scientists and kings have their chapels here. There is a fine museum in the north tower full of ecclesiastical textiles and gold and silver objects. In one of the cathedral's chapels lie the holy relics of Sweden's patron saint, St. Erik, in a gold Casket.</span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>Uppsala University is the oldest University in Scandinavia. In the 17th and 18th centuries the university became a centre of research, mainly in the field of natural history. Many are the geniuses that have spread Uppsala's reputation worldwide and to date six Uppsala scientists have received the Nobel prize.</span></span></span><span><span> The <strong>Gustavianum museum</strong> is housed in Uppsala University's oldest preserved building. Exhibited at the museum are the Augsburg Art Cabinet, discoveries from the Viking period, the history of the University of Uppsala, mummies and much more.</span></span><br /> <span><span><span>Sigtuna is a town north of Stockholm that </span></span></span><span><span>sits beside Lake Mälaren, in the lush landscape of Uppland. The area prospered during the Viking Age, leaving a heritage of rune stones, graves and monuments, which to this day still stand in and around the town. Sigtuna is said to be home to the most rune stones in the world. They were erected during the Viking era to commemorate deceased men. </span></span><br /> <span><span>Sigtuna is Swedens first town and was founded in AD 980, as Christianity arrived, uniting Sweden as a single kingdom. With a royal mint and a bishop, Sigtuna was effectively the capital of Sweden until power shifted towards Stockholm and Uppsala in the 13th century. Three historic church ruins, St. Olof, St. Lars and St. Per, from the 12th and 13th century can be found in the medieval centre of Sigtuna. Here, you will also find the brick Church of Maria, which was built in 1247 as a Dominican monastery. </span></span><br /> <span><span>After three fires in the 17th century, Sigtuna was a ghost town for 250 years but was later revived in the 1910s as a nationalist project. The 18th century Town Hall can be found on Sweden's oldest street, Stora Gatan (over a thousand years old). It is allegedly the smallest town hall in Scandinavia and is nowadays used as a museum. At Stora Gatan, you will also find clusters of interesting little shops selling fashion, design and local handicrafts. </span></span><br />   <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Basis:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Private tour.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Duration:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">6 hours.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Start / End:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">City center Hotel, address or Pier (excluding Nynäshamn Pier).</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Vehicle:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">01<sup>st</sup> Class.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Guide:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">English-speaking. Other languages on request.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Entrances:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Uppsala Cathedral & Gustavianum Museum.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Meals:</span></td> <td><span><span><span>None.</span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Difficulty:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Notes:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> Stockholm Old Town walking tour – 3 Hours <p><img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-5310.png" /><br /> <br /> <span>Enjoy the old town of Stockholm with an enjoyable walk through it’s old narrow cobblestoned streets, the beating heart of the historic city that dates back to the 13th century.</span></p> <p></p> <p><span>Here you will be struck by the contrast between the small characteristic cobbled streets that wind between elegant historic buildings and picturesque squares, and the majestic and imposing Royal Palace that suddenly appears on the horizon. </span></p> <p></p> <p><span>When exploring these streets, it is easy to imagine that you have travelled back in time to a medieval city. In a constant game of contrasts, we'll investigate the entrance to the narrowest street in Stockholm, just 90 cm wide and with 36 steps, known as Mårten Trotzigs gränd, then visit the fascinating main square of Gamla Stan, as majestic as it is elegant, around which the city was developed back in the 1300s. </span></p> <p></p> <p><span>A walk through Gamla Stan is not complete without a visit to <b>Stockholm’s Cathedral.</b> Stockholm’s medieval Cathedral, built in 1279, houses unique objects such as the St George and the Dragon sculpture (1489), the legendary Vädersoltavlan (1535) and Lena Lervik’s sculpture ”Joseph and Mary” (2002).</span></p> <p></p> <p><span>Other points of interest during the tour are Stortorget and the Great Square, the hub of the Old Town which is dominated by the old Stock Exchange, today housing the Nobel Museum and the Swedish Academy.</span></p> <p></p> <p></p> <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Basis</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span>Private tour</span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Duration</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span>3 hours</span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Start / End</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span>Stockholm city center hotel or address</span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Vehicle</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span>None</span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Guide</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span><span>English-speaking. Other languages on request.</span></span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Entrances</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span><span>Stockholm Cathedral.</span></span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Meals</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span>none</span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Difficulty</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span><span>Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span></span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Notes</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span><span>Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span></span></span></em></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p></p> <div></div> Stockholm Bicycle tour – 3,5 Hours <img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-5311.png" /> <p><span>Starting from the elegant neighborhood of Östermalm, we will reach the Old Town, Gamla Stan and its most significant buildings such as the Royal Palace, Stockholm’s Cathedral and Stortorget Square.<br /> <br /> We will than continue to the historical and fascinating Island of Nobility, Riddarholmen and then on to Skeppsholem and Kastellholmen with their historic naval yards. </span></p> <p><span>In the second part of the tour, the emphasis will shift toward Stockholm’s incredible green spaces and parkland. </span></p> <p><span>Ride through the amazing Djurgården Island, through the enchanting Ekoparken whilst visiting some of the hidden gems such as the ancient Djurgårdsstaden area and the colourful botanical garden of Rosendals Trädgården. The tree lined canals, grand 18th Century residences and abundant wildlife that make ancient oak trees their home will prove a memorable experience.</span></p> <p></p> <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Basis</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span>Private tour</span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Duration</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span>3 hours</span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Start / End</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span><span>At your Stockholm city center based hotel (bicycles will be delivered).</span></span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Vehicle </span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span>None</span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Inclusions</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span><span>Bicycle and Helmet.</span></span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Guide</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span><span>English-speaking. Other languages on request. </span></span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Entrances</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span>None</span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Meals</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span>None</span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Difficulty</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span><span>Grade Easy/Medium. </span><span>Guests must be in good health and be comfortable riding a bicycle with hand brakes. The tour includes about 2½ hours of cycling, all at a leisurely pace.</span></span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Notes</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span><span>Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span></span></em></span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> Stockholm Jewish tour – 5 Hours <p><img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-5312.png" /><br /> <br /> <span>The northern city of Stockholm is one of the most stunning capitals in the world. It is situated on 14 islands and is surrounded by water so clean that you can swim and fish right in the heart of the city.  </span></p> <p><span>Sweden’s Jewish community holds a very unique place in the continental European Diaspora. During the mid-20th century, Sweden was one of the only European countries to actually witness a growth in their Jewish population. During the Second World War there was no systematic persecution by the neutral Swedish government, and, in fact, the country gave asylum to thousands of Jewish refugees from Denmark and Norway. The community has continued to exist relatively undisturbed over the generations. </span></p> <p><span>Today, the Swedish Jewish community is the largest in Scandinavia and is primarily composed of descendants of pre-war refugees and Shoah survivors who arrived after the war. Most Swedish Jews live in the capital Stockholm. It is a unified community and all three synagogues in the city belong to the same organization. </span></p> <p><span>Today’s first stop is at the impressive panoramic viewpoint Fjallgatan. Here you have the opportunity to take some photographs while your guide points out the main sights of the city before your scenic drive towards Gamla Stan (Old Town). </span></p> <p><span>Here you will get an insight into the long lasting German influence and the many attacks of the Danes during the Middle Ages. Due to the Swedish neutrality nothing has been destroyed here in the last 400 years. You will experience the narrow cobblestone streets of the Old Town, passing the Royal Palace and on to Tyska Brunnsplan square, named after the German community that once occupied this area. Here stands the building which was Stockholm's first synagogue, founded in 1790. </span></p> <p><span>Continue towards the Conservative Synagogue, otherwise known as the <b>Great Synagogue</b>. Inaugurated in 1870, it still has an active congregation with more than one thousand members. The Great Synagogue is built in an Assyrian style whose organ<b> </b>resembles an open Torah scroll.</span></p> <p><span>Leaving the Synagogue you pass by the beautiful Jewish cemetery whilst taking in the main sights and highlights of the city.</span><br />  </p> <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Basis</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span>Private tour</span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Duration</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span>5 hours</span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Start / End</span></span></span></em></td> <td> <p><em><span><span><span><span>City center Hotel, address or Pier (excluding Nynäshamn Pier).</span></span></span></span></em></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Vehicle</span></span></span></em></td> <td> <p><em><span><span><span><span>1</span><span><sup>st</sup></span><span> Class.</span></span></span></span></em></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Guide</span></span></span></em></td> <td> <p><em><span><span><span><span>English-speaking. Other languages on request.    </span></span></span></span></em></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Entrances</span></span></span></em></td> <td> <p><em><span><span><span><span>Stockholm Synagogue & Jewish Museum</span></span></span></span></em></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Meals</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span>None</span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Difficulty</span></span></span></em></td> <td> <p><em><span><span><span><span>Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span></span></span></span></em></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Notes</span></span></span></em></td> <td> <p><em><span><span><span><span>Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span></span></span></em></p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p></p> <div></div> Millesgården Museum and short Archipelago tour – 4 Hours <span>You start the day by meeting our local guide and taking a 20 minute transfer to the museum. </span><br /> <span><span><span>Millesgåarden was built in 1908 by sculptor Carl Milles and his wife painter Olga Milles. Today, the building became a well-renowned museum with an artist home, an antique collection, a vast sculpture garden, an art gallery with a museum shop and a restaurant. Millesgården is  a work of art in its own right, a nicely balanced stage design of terraces, fountains, stairways, sculptures and columns, coupled with a diversity of vegetation and an immense vista across the waters of Värtan from the rocky heights of Herserud.</span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>Once the visit of the museum is over you will go back to the city center in an alternative way: a boat that sails through the archipelago. The ride takes around 1 hour and will end in the city center. Meanwhile, relax and enjoy the stunning views of this nature area.</span></span></span><br /> <br />  <br /> <span><span><span><span>Basis:  Private tour (not available on Mondays).</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Duration:       4 hours.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Start / End:   City center Hotel, address or Pier (excluding Nynäshamn Pier).</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Inclusions:         01st Class vehicle transfer and boat transfer, </span></span></span></span><span><span><span><span>English-speaking. Other languages on request, </span></span></span></span><span><span><span><span>Entrance to Millesgården Museum.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Meals: None.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span>Physical Activity Level:</span><span><span><span><span>     Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span>Wheelchair accessible: No.</span><br /> <span>Tour operates: morning, afternoon. </span><span><span><span><span>Note: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span></span></span> Skoklosters castle and Sigtuna by car – 6 hours <p><span><span><span>This tour will offer you a unique insight in the history of Sweden. The tour starts with a visit to the historical city of Sigtuna where you will learn about the earliest days of the history of Sweden. Sigtuna is a town north of Stockholm that </span>sits beside Lake Mälaren, in the lush landscape of Uppland. The area prospered during the Viking Age, leaving a heritage of rune stones, graves and monuments, which to this day still stand in and around the town.<br /> Sigtuna is Sweden’s first town and was founded in AD 980, as Christianity arrived, uniting Sweden as a single kingdom. With a royal mint and a bishop, Sigtuna was effectively the capital of Sweden until power shifted towards Stockholm and Uppsala in the 13th century. Three historic church ruins, St. Olof, St. Lars and St. Per, from the 12th and 13th century can be found in the medieval center of Sigtuna. Here, you will also find the brick Church of Maria, which was built in 1247 as a Dominican monastery.<br /> After three fires in the 17th century, Sigtuna was a ghost town for 250 years but was later revived in the 1910s as a nationalist project. The 18th century Town Hall can be found on Sweden's oldest street, Stora Gatan (over a thousand years old). It is allegedly the smallest town hall in Scandinavia and is nowadays used as a museum. At Stora Gatan, you will also find clusters of interesting little shops selling fashion, design and local handicrafts.<br /> We continue the tour with a visit of Skoklosters Castle, one of the world's greatest baroque castles and probably one of the most beautiful castles in Sweden. Skoklosters is located in a beautiful natural setting by Mälaren's shore. This castle was built between 1654 and 1676 and it is a major monument from the period when Sweden was one of the most powerful countries in Europe. You will be welcomed and guided in a privately arranged tour of the entire castle, and not only the ground floor exhibition and the Wrangel state apartment which is open to the public. Your private tour offers a rare insight into the 17th and 18th Centuries through the extensive collection of weapons, books, silver and textiles among many thing<span>s</span><br />  <br /> <span><span><strong>Basis: </strong> Private tour.</span></span><br /> <span><span><strong>Duration: </strong>      6 hours.</span></span><br /> <span><span><strong>Start / End:</strong>   City center Hotel, address or Pier (excluding Nynäshamn Pier).</span></span><br /> <span><span>Inmclusions:         01<sup>st</sup> Class vechicle, </span></span><span><span>Guide English-speaking. Other languages on request,<strong> </strong></span></span><span><span>Entrance to Skoklosters Castle (</span></span><span>Arranged private tour of the collection and castle)</span><span><span>.  </span></span><br /> <span><span><strong>Meals:</strong> None.</span></span><br /> <span><span><strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong>      Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span></span><br /> <span>Tour can operate:</span> afternoon/evening<br /> <span>Wheelchair Accessible:</span> No<br /> <span><span>Notes: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes</span></span><br />  </span></span></p>	08/04/2024	08/04/2024
Stockholm Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! Stockholm Drottingholm Castle tour - 4 Hours <strong><span><span><span><img alt="" src="https://www.visitstockholm.com/globalassets/see-and-do/attractionssevardheter/drottningholm-palace_rectangle.jpg?preset=detail_big_retina" /><br /> <br /> Drottningholm Palace</span></span></span></strong><span><span><span> is on the UNESCO's World Heritage List. It</span></span></span> <span><span><span>is the best-preserved royal castle built in Sweden during the 1600’s and it is representative of all European architecture that was to follow.<br /> <br /> The castle was built by architect Nicodemus Tessin the Elder and was clearly inspired by French architecture and since its construction many royals have left their mark on the palace. Hedvig Eleonora, Lovisa Ulrika and Gustav III left powerful examples of their style, especially in the decor of the reception rooms. Hedvig Eleonora’s state bedchamber was at the heart of their reception rooms in the 1600’s and was created by the country's foremost artists and craftsmen.<br /> There is also a series of rooms that were decorated for Gustav III during the 1700’s which includes the Chinese saloon, a very chic trend at that time. </span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>In 1991 Drottningholm Castle was included on UNESCO's World Heritage list of sites of outstanding universal value to humanity. The Royal family moved into the Drottningholm Palace in 1981 and still today the castle remains the primary residence of the King and Queen. The rooms in the castle's southern section are reserved for the royal couple. </span></span></span><br />   <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Basis:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Private tour.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Duration:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">4 hours.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Start / End:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">City center Hotel, address or Pier (excluding Nynäshamn Pier).</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Vehicle:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">01<sup>st</sup> Class.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Guide:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">English-speaking. Other languages on request.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Entrances:</span></td> <td><span><span>Drottingholm Castle.</span></span><br />  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Meals:</span></td> <td><span><span><span>None.</span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Difficulty:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Notes:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> Stockholm City tour – 5 Hours <span><span><img alt="" src="https://www.visitstockholm.com/globalassets/see-and-do/attractionssevardheter/gamla-stan_rectangle.jpg?preset=detail_big_retina" /><br /> Sweden’s magnificent capital Stockholm is a city renowned for its characteristic structure, built on 14 islands magnificently bathed by the waters of lake Mälaren. Your tour will introduce you to the most characteristic locations and the most architecturally significant buildings, the first of which is the imposing <strong>City Hall</strong>, the city's political centre and the location for the annual celebrations that follow the presentation of the Nobel Prizes.</span></span><br /> <span><span>Having admired its imposing exterior that is surrounded by water and topped with three golden crowns, the symbol of the kingdom of Sweden, you will visit the sumptuous Golden Hall whose walls are entirely covered with precious golden mosaics composed of over 19 million tiles. </span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span>Continuing on your itinerary takes you towards the green island of Djurgården with its numerous historic buildings, monuments, museums, galleries, an exciting theme park and a magnificent open-air museum.</span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span>While on the island, visit the museum of the Swedish warship ‘Vasa’, once considered one of the world’s largest and the pride of Sweden's mighty navy. The present <strong>Vasa Museum</strong> is built around the 17th century warship which sank in Stockholm's inner harbor on her maiden voyage in 1628. Its discovery in 1956 and subsequent salvage in 1961 is one of the most important events in marine archaeology. Painstakingly restored to much of its original magnificence, ‘Vasa’ represents an authentic piece of living history.</span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span>Stockholm's Old Town (Gamla Stan) is located on a small island in the very heart of the city. Within its bounds are a multitude of historical sights, including the Royal Palace, the Parliament, the House of Nobilities, as well as the world's longest established bank, the Bank of Sweden that was founded in 1656.</span></span></span><br />   <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Basis:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Private tour.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Duration:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">5 hours.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Start / End:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">City center Hotel, address or Pier (excluding Nynäshamn Pier).</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Vehicle:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">01<sup>st</sup> Class.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Guide:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">English-speaking. Other languages on request.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Entrances:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">City Hall and Vasa Museum.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Meals:</span></td> <td><span><span><span>None.</span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Difficulty:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Notes:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <span><span><span> </span></span></span> Uppsala and Sigtuna tour - 6 Hours <img alt="" src="https://www.dsb.dk/globalassets/produkter_og_services/produkttop/795_uppsala_341768270_800x400.jpg" /><br /> <br /> <span><span><span>Uppsala is located 72 kilometres north of Stockholm and as early as the 6th century it was a political and religious centre.  </span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>It was from here that the old pagan kings ruled. Legend has it that there was a splendid temple here that was decorated with gold. </span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>The large historical <strong>Uppsala Cathedral</strong> was consecrated in 1435. Several famous scientists and kings have their chapels here. There is a fine museum in the north tower full of ecclesiastical textiles and gold and silver objects. In one of the cathedral's chapels lie the holy relics of Sweden's patron saint, St. Erik, in a gold Casket.</span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>Uppsala University is the oldest University in Scandinavia. In the 17th and 18th centuries the university became a centre of research, mainly in the field of natural history. Many are the geniuses that have spread Uppsala's reputation worldwide and to date six Uppsala scientists have received the Nobel prize.</span></span></span><span><span> The <strong>Gustavianum museum</strong> is housed in Uppsala University's oldest preserved building. Exhibited at the museum are the Augsburg Art Cabinet, discoveries from the Viking period, the history of the University of Uppsala, mummies and much more.</span></span><br /> <span><span><span>Sigtuna is a town north of Stockholm that </span></span></span><span><span>sits beside Lake Mälaren, in the lush landscape of Uppland. The area prospered during the Viking Age, leaving a heritage of rune stones, graves and monuments, which to this day still stand in and around the town. Sigtuna is said to be home to the most rune stones in the world. They were erected during the Viking era to commemorate deceased men. </span></span><br /> <span><span>Sigtuna is Swedens first town and was founded in AD 980, as Christianity arrived, uniting Sweden as a single kingdom. With a royal mint and a bishop, Sigtuna was effectively the capital of Sweden until power shifted towards Stockholm and Uppsala in the 13th century. Three historic church ruins, St. Olof, St. Lars and St. Per, from the 12th and 13th century can be found in the medieval centre of Sigtuna. Here, you will also find the brick Church of Maria, which was built in 1247 as a Dominican monastery. </span></span><br /> <span><span>After three fires in the 17th century, Sigtuna was a ghost town for 250 years but was later revived in the 1910s as a nationalist project. The 18th century Town Hall can be found on Sweden's oldest street, Stora Gatan (over a thousand years old). It is allegedly the smallest town hall in Scandinavia and is nowadays used as a museum. At Stora Gatan, you will also find clusters of interesting little shops selling fashion, design and local handicrafts. </span></span><br />   <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Basis:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Private tour.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Duration:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">6 hours.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Start / End:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">City center Hotel, address or Pier (excluding Nynäshamn Pier).</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Vehicle:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">01<sup>st</sup> Class.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Guide:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">English-speaking. Other languages on request.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Entrances:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Uppsala Cathedral & Gustavianum Museum.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Meals:</span></td> <td><span><span><span>None.</span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Difficulty:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Notes:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> Stockholm Old Town walking tour – 3 Hours <p><img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-5310.png" /><br /> <br /> <span>Enjoy the old town of Stockholm with an enjoyable walk through it’s old narrow cobblestoned streets, the beating heart of the historic city that dates back to the 13th century.</span></p> <p></p> <p><span>Here you will be struck by the contrast between the small characteristic cobbled streets that wind between elegant historic buildings and picturesque squares, and the majestic and imposing Royal Palace that suddenly appears on the horizon. </span></p> <p></p> <p><span>When exploring these streets, it is easy to imagine that you have travelled back in time to a medieval city. In a constant game of contrasts, we'll investigate the entrance to the narrowest street in Stockholm, just 90 cm wide and with 36 steps, known as Mårten Trotzigs gränd, then visit the fascinating main square of Gamla Stan, as majestic as it is elegant, around which the city was developed back in the 1300s. </span></p> <p></p> <p><span>A walk through Gamla Stan is not complete without a visit to <b>Stockholm’s Cathedral.</b> Stockholm’s medieval Cathedral, built in 1279, houses unique objects such as the St George and the Dragon sculpture (1489), the legendary Vädersoltavlan (1535) and Lena Lervik’s sculpture ”Joseph and Mary” (2002).</span></p> <p></p> <p><span>Other points of interest during the tour are Stortorget and the Great Square, the hub of the Old Town which is dominated by the old Stock Exchange, today housing the Nobel Museum and the Swedish Academy.</span></p> <p></p> <p></p> <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Basis</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span>Private tour</span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Duration</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span>3 hours</span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Start / End</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span>Stockholm city center hotel or address</span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Vehicle</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span>None</span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Guide</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span><span>English-speaking. Other languages on request.</span></span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Entrances</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span><span>Stockholm Cathedral.</span></span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Meals</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span>none</span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Difficulty</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span><span>Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span></span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Notes</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span><span>Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span></span></span></em></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p></p> <div></div> Stockholm Bicycle tour – 3,5 Hours <img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-5311.png" /> <p><span>Starting from the elegant neighborhood of Östermalm, we will reach the Old Town, Gamla Stan and its most significant buildings such as the Royal Palace, Stockholm’s Cathedral and Stortorget Square.<br /> <br /> We will than continue to the historical and fascinating Island of Nobility, Riddarholmen and then on to Skeppsholem and Kastellholmen with their historic naval yards. </span></p> <p><span>In the second part of the tour, the emphasis will shift toward Stockholm’s incredible green spaces and parkland. </span></p> <p><span>Ride through the amazing Djurgården Island, through the enchanting Ekoparken whilst visiting some of the hidden gems such as the ancient Djurgårdsstaden area and the colourful botanical garden of Rosendals Trädgården. The tree lined canals, grand 18th Century residences and abundant wildlife that make ancient oak trees their home will prove a memorable experience.</span></p> <p></p> <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Basis</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span>Private tour</span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Duration</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span>3 hours</span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Start / End</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span><span>At your Stockholm city center based hotel (bicycles will be delivered).</span></span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Vehicle </span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span>None</span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Inclusions</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span><span>Bicycle and Helmet.</span></span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Guide</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span><span>English-speaking. Other languages on request. </span></span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Entrances</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span>None</span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Meals</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span>None</span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Difficulty</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span><span>Grade Easy/Medium. </span><span>Guests must be in good health and be comfortable riding a bicycle with hand brakes. The tour includes about 2½ hours of cycling, all at a leisurely pace.</span></span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Notes</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span><span>Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span></span></em></span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> Stockholm Jewish tour – 5 Hours <p><img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-5312.png" /><br /> <br /> <span>The northern city of Stockholm is one of the most stunning capitals in the world. It is situated on 14 islands and is surrounded by water so clean that you can swim and fish right in the heart of the city.  </span></p> <p><span>Sweden’s Jewish community holds a very unique place in the continental European Diaspora. During the mid-20th century, Sweden was one of the only European countries to actually witness a growth in their Jewish population. During the Second World War there was no systematic persecution by the neutral Swedish government, and, in fact, the country gave asylum to thousands of Jewish refugees from Denmark and Norway. The community has continued to exist relatively undisturbed over the generations. </span></p> <p><span>Today, the Swedish Jewish community is the largest in Scandinavia and is primarily composed of descendants of pre-war refugees and Shoah survivors who arrived after the war. Most Swedish Jews live in the capital Stockholm. It is a unified community and all three synagogues in the city belong to the same organization. </span></p> <p><span>Today’s first stop is at the impressive panoramic viewpoint Fjallgatan. Here you have the opportunity to take some photographs while your guide points out the main sights of the city before your scenic drive towards Gamla Stan (Old Town). </span></p> <p><span>Here you will get an insight into the long lasting German influence and the many attacks of the Danes during the Middle Ages. Due to the Swedish neutrality nothing has been destroyed here in the last 400 years. You will experience the narrow cobblestone streets of the Old Town, passing the Royal Palace and on to Tyska Brunnsplan square, named after the German community that once occupied this area. Here stands the building which was Stockholm's first synagogue, founded in 1790. </span></p> <p><span>Continue towards the Conservative Synagogue, otherwise known as the <b>Great Synagogue</b>. Inaugurated in 1870, it still has an active congregation with more than one thousand members. The Great Synagogue is built in an Assyrian style whose organ<b> </b>resembles an open Torah scroll.</span></p> <p><span>Leaving the Synagogue you pass by the beautiful Jewish cemetery whilst taking in the main sights and highlights of the city.</span><br />  </p> <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Basis</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span>Private tour</span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Duration</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span>5 hours</span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Start / End</span></span></span></em></td> <td> <p><em><span><span><span><span>City center Hotel, address or Pier (excluding Nynäshamn Pier).</span></span></span></span></em></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Vehicle</span></span></span></em></td> <td> <p><em><span><span><span><span>1</span><span><sup>st</sup></span><span> Class.</span></span></span></span></em></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Guide</span></span></span></em></td> <td> <p><em><span><span><span><span>English-speaking. Other languages on request.    </span></span></span></span></em></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Entrances</span></span></span></em></td> <td> <p><em><span><span><span><span>Stockholm Synagogue & Jewish Museum</span></span></span></span></em></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Meals</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span>None</span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Difficulty</span></span></span></em></td> <td> <p><em><span><span><span><span>Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span></span></span></span></em></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Notes</span></span></span></em></td> <td> <p><em><span><span><span><span>Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span></span></span></em></p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p></p> <div></div> Millesgården Museum and short Archipelago tour – 4 Hours <span>You start the day by meeting our local guide and taking a 20 minute transfer to the museum. </span><br /> <span><span><span>Millesgåarden was built in 1908 by sculptor Carl Milles and his wife painter Olga Milles. Today, the building became a well-renowned museum with an artist home, an antique collection, a vast sculpture garden, an art gallery with a museum shop and a restaurant. Millesgården is  a work of art in its own right, a nicely balanced stage design of terraces, fountains, stairways, sculptures and columns, coupled with a diversity of vegetation and an immense vista across the waters of Värtan from the rocky heights of Herserud.</span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>Once the visit of the museum is over you will go back to the city center in an alternative way: a boat that sails through the archipelago. The ride takes around 1 hour and will end in the city center. Meanwhile, relax and enjoy the stunning views of this nature area.</span></span></span><br /> <br />  <br /> <span><span><span><span>Basis:  Private tour (not available on Mondays).</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Duration:       4 hours.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Start / End:   City center Hotel, address or Pier (excluding Nynäshamn Pier).</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Inclusions:         01st Class vehicle transfer and boat transfer, </span></span></span></span><span><span><span><span>English-speaking. Other languages on request, </span></span></span></span><span><span><span><span>Entrance to Millesgården Museum.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Meals: None.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span>Physical Activity Level:</span><span><span><span><span>     Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span>Wheelchair accessible: No.</span><br /> <span>Tour operates: morning, afternoon. </span><span><span><span><span>Note: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span></span></span> Skoklosters castle and Sigtuna by car – 6 hours <p><span><span><span>This tour will offer you a unique insight in the history of Sweden. The tour starts with a visit to the historical city of Sigtuna where you will learn about the earliest days of the history of Sweden. Sigtuna is a town north of Stockholm that </span>sits beside Lake Mälaren, in the lush landscape of Uppland. The area prospered during the Viking Age, leaving a heritage of rune stones, graves and monuments, which to this day still stand in and around the town.<br /> Sigtuna is Sweden’s first town and was founded in AD 980, as Christianity arrived, uniting Sweden as a single kingdom. With a royal mint and a bishop, Sigtuna was effectively the capital of Sweden until power shifted towards Stockholm and Uppsala in the 13th century. Three historic church ruins, St. Olof, St. Lars and St. Per, from the 12th and 13th century can be found in the medieval center of Sigtuna. Here, you will also find the brick Church of Maria, which was built in 1247 as a Dominican monastery.<br /> After three fires in the 17th century, Sigtuna was a ghost town for 250 years but was later revived in the 1910s as a nationalist project. The 18th century Town Hall can be found on Sweden's oldest street, Stora Gatan (over a thousand years old). It is allegedly the smallest town hall in Scandinavia and is nowadays used as a museum. At Stora Gatan, you will also find clusters of interesting little shops selling fashion, design and local handicrafts.<br /> We continue the tour with a visit of Skoklosters Castle, one of the world's greatest baroque castles and probably one of the most beautiful castles in Sweden. Skoklosters is located in a beautiful natural setting by Mälaren's shore. This castle was built between 1654 and 1676 and it is a major monument from the period when Sweden was one of the most powerful countries in Europe. You will be welcomed and guided in a privately arranged tour of the entire castle, and not only the ground floor exhibition and the Wrangel state apartment which is open to the public. Your private tour offers a rare insight into the 17th and 18th Centuries through the extensive collection of weapons, books, silver and textiles among many thing<span>s</span><br />  <br /> <span><span><strong>Basis: </strong> Private tour.</span></span><br /> <span><span><strong>Duration: </strong>      6 hours.</span></span><br /> <span><span><strong>Start / End:</strong>   City center Hotel, address or Pier (excluding Nynäshamn Pier).</span></span><br /> <span><span>Inmclusions:         01<sup>st</sup> Class vechicle, </span></span><span><span>Guide English-speaking. Other languages on request,<strong> </strong></span></span><span><span>Entrance to Skoklosters Castle (</span></span><span>Arranged private tour of the collection and castle)</span><span><span>.  </span></span><br /> <span><span><strong>Meals:</strong> None.</span></span><br /> <span><span><strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong>      Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span></span><br /> <span>Tour can operate:</span> afternoon/evening<br /> <span>Wheelchair Accessible:</span> No<br /> <span><span>Notes: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes</span></span><br />  </span></span></p>	08/05/2024	08/05/2024
Visby	08/06/2024	08/06/2024
Klaipeda	08/07/2024	08/07/2024
Ronne	08/08/2024	08/08/2024
Kiel	08/09/2024	08/09/2024
Copenhagen Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! Copenhagen City tour – 4 Hours <img alt="" src="https://gdkfiles.visitdenmark.com/files/382/172495_Nyhavn_Meng.jpg?width=1024" /><br /> <br /> <span><span>Your introduction to Copenhagen starts with its heart – centuries old buildings surround canals, royal palaces and the spine of Copenhagen which is the pedestrian precinct of “Strøget.” There is an incredible range of architecture within a small area, renaissance, medieval, baroque, Dutch style and the ultra-modern architecture with glass and steel. Your guide will also take you past the world-famous Tivoli Gardens, the inspiration for Walt Disney, before passing Christiansborg Palace, built on the site of the earliest fortifications of the city dating back to 1167, and now the seat of the Danish Parliament.</span></span> <ul> <li><span><span>Tivoli Gardens</span></span></li> <li><span><span>The Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek</span></span></li> <li><span><span>The colorful canal district</span></span></li> <li><span><span>The National Museum</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Christiansborg Palace, home to the Danish Parliament</span></span></li> <li><span><span>The old Stock Exchange</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Kongens Nytorv</span></span></li> <li><span><span>The Royal Theatre, world-famous for its Royal Ballet</span></span></li> <li><span><span>The colorful harbor district of Nyhavn</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Amalienborg Palace, winter residence of the Royal Family</span></span></li> <li><span><span>The Gefion Fountain</span></span></li> <li><span><span>The Little Mermaid, inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's fairytale</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Rosenborg Castle, where the crown jewels are protected by the Royal Guard – entrance included.</span></span></li> </ul> <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Basis:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Private tour.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Duration:</span></td> <td><span><span><span>4 hours.</span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Start / End:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">City center Hotel, Pier or address. </span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Vehicle:</span></td> <td><span><span><span>1<sup>st</sup> Class.</span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Guide:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">English-speaking. Other languages on request.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Entrances:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Rosenborg Castle.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Meals:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">None.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Difficulty:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Notes:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> Roskilde tour – 5 Hours <img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-4757.png" /><br /> <br /> <span><span><span>Roskilde is an old charming city dating back from the Viking age and is located approximately 1 hour drive outside of Copenhagen. </span></span></span><br /> <strong><span><span><span>The Viking Ship Museum</span></span></span></strong><span><span><span> in Roskilde is the Danish museum for ships, seafaring and boatbuilding culture from ancient and medieval times</span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>The large collection of traditional Nordic wooden boats is berthed at the harbor on Museum Island. Here you will also find the five reconstructions of the Skuldelev ships. This large collection of traditional Nordic wooden boats and Viking ships provide a unique perspective and helps create an image of what the Viking ships looked like a thousand years ago. </span></span></span><br /> <strong><span><span>Roskilde Cathedral</span></span></strong><span><span><span> is an architectural masterpiece. 1000 years of Danish history are gathered here under beautifully decorated vaults and in dark crypts. Here 40 kings and queens of Denmark are buried, so you can explore the entire Danish Royal history in one place. The Cathedral is a UNESCO World Heritage site an is the first Gothic cathedral in Scandinavia to be built in bricks. With its many unique Royal chapels, the Cathedral reflects a part of the changing European architectural history. </span></span></span><br />   <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><span><span>Basis:</span></span></td> <td><span><span>Private tour.</span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Duration:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">5 hours.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Start / End:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">City center Hotel or address.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Vehicle:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">1<sup>st</sup> Class.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Guide:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">English-speaking. Other languages on request.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Entrances:</span></td> <td><span><span><span>The Viking Ship Museum & Roskilde Cathedral.</span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Meals:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">None.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Difficulty:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces. </span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Notes:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purpose.</span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <br />   North Zealand Tour – 7 Hours <span><span><span><img alt="" src="https://thumbs-prod.si-cdn.com/669OGM7FrRIO4SKfK11Vqtq1f_w=/800x600/filters:no_upscale()/https://public-media.si-cdn.com/filer/84/65/84653b2a-60dc-4b77-908d-060b093e5735/shake.jpg" />Set off on an enjoyable narrated tour to <strong>Frederiksborg Castle</strong> in Hillerød. This elegant Dutch Renaissance structure straddles three small islands and has all the trappings of a fairytale castle, but it was gainfully employed as royal residence and setting for important ceremonial events from the 1600s to the 1850s. It now serves as the National Museum of History and is best known for its outstanding collection of portraits, the largest of its kind in Denmark. Your guided tour begins at the Neptune Fountain and visits the rooms of the King's Wing, the Church, and the impressive Knight's Hall, which boasts an intricate carved wooden ceiling.</span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>Take photos of the Royal Family's summer residence Fredensborg Palace during a brief stop on route.</span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>Heading further north through the picturesque countryside of Northern Zealand, you will find the town of Elsinore. Situated in Elsinore, the magnificent structure <strong>Kronborg Castle</strong> was chosen by William Shakespeare as the setting for his play, Hamlet</span>. It is a suitably dramatic Renaissance castle, built in 1420 and expanded in the 1500s, situated on the narrow sound between Denmark and Sweden. Kronborg Castle is a UNESCO listed World Heritage Site.</span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span>Continue back towards Copenhagen along the coastal road. Otherwise known as the Danish Rivera, the coastal road provides a lovely view of the sea between Denmark and Sweden, as well taking you through the </span></span></span><span><span><span>fashionable and exclusive residential areas </span></span></span><span><span><span>on the outskirts of Copenhagen.</span></span></span><br />   <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><span><span>Basis:</span></span></td> <td><span><span>Private tour.</span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Duration:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">7 hours.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Start / End:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">City center Hotel or address.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Vehicle:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">1<sup>st</sup> Class.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Guide:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">English-speaking. Other languages on request.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Entrances:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Frederiksborg Castle & Kronborg Castle.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Meals:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">None.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Difficulty:</span></td> <td><span><span><span>Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces. </span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Notes:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purpose.</span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> Malmö and Lund – 7 Hours <strong><span><span><img alt="" src="https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d8/Stortorget_in_Malm%C3%B6%2C_Sweden.jpg/1599px-Stortorget_in_Malm%C3%B6%2C_Sweden.jpg" /><br /> Malmö</span></span></strong><span><span> is Sweden’s third-largest city. Here, Scandinavia's tallest building twists its way skyward, gazing down over the vast Öresund bridge – both modern engineering marvels that reflect multicultural Malmö's</span></span><span><span> progressive outlook.</span></span><br /> <span><span>Focusing on the area around <strong><span>Stortorget</span></strong></span> (the town square) and lively <strong><span>Lilla Torget</span></strong></span> (the little square) Malmö's Old Town is a gorgeous warren of cobblestone streets, half-timbered houses.<br /> <span><span>Located about 2.5km northwest of the Old Town, buzzing, bayside Västra Hamnen represents the modern face of Malmö. It's a popular spot to stroll, sip coffee and browse boutiques, but mostly people come to marvel at the Öresund bridge and the Turning Torso</span></span><br /> <span><span><span>After Malmö we continue to <strong>Lund</strong>, f</span></span></span><span><span>ounded by the Danes around 1000 AD and once the seat of the largest archbishopric in Europe, Lund is the second-oldest city in Sweden. It's also one of its loveliest, surrounded by beech trees and glowing with an impressive architectural legacy. Its magnificent, medieval old town is centered on its strikingly beautiful cathedral. Radiating around it is the country's oldest, most prestigious university (c 1666). Perhaps ironically, the university keeps Lund young, its vibrant, engaged youth driving a lively arts and culinary scene. </span></span><br />   <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td>Basis:</td> <td>Private Tour.</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Duration:</td> <td>7 hours.</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Start/End:</td> <td><span lang="EN-US">City center Hotel or address.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td>Vehicle:</td> <td><span><span><span>1<sup>st</sup> Class.</span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td>Guide:</td> <td><span lang="EN-US">English-speaking. Other languages on request.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td>Entrances:</td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Lund Cathedral (Entrance to the crypt to be paid locally).</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td>Meals:</td> <td><span lang="EN-US">None.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td>Difficulty:</td> <td><span><span><span>Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces. </span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td>Notes:</td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purpose.</span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <br />   Copenhagen Walking tour – 3 Hours <p><img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-5316.png" /><br /> <span>Your introduction to Copenhagen starts with its heart – centuries old buildings surround canals, royal palaces and the spine of Copenhagen which is the pedestrian precinct of “Strøget.” There is an incredible range of architecture within a small area, renaissance, medieval, baroque, Dutch style and the ultra-modern architecture with glass and steel. Your guide will also take you past the world-famous Tivoli Gardens, the inspiration for Walt Disney, before passing Christiansborg Palace, built on the site of the earliest fortifications of the city dating back to 1167, and now the seat of the Danish Parliament.</span></p> <ul> <li><span>Town Hall Square</span></li> <li><span>The pedestrian Street Strøget </span></li> <li><span>Christiansborg Palace, home to the Danish Parliament</span></li> <li><span>The old Stock Exchange</span></li> <li><span>Kongens Have</span></li> <li><span>Rosenborg Castle, where the crown jewels are protected by the Royal Guard</span></li> <li><span>Amalienborg Castle </span></li> <li><span>The colorful harbor district of Nyhavn</span></li> <li><span>Kongens Nytorv</span></li> <li><span>The Royal Theatre, world-famous for its Royal Ballet</span></li> </ul> <p></p> <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><span><span><span><em>Basis</em></span></span></span></td> <td><span><span><span><em>Private tour</em></span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><span><em>Duration</em></span></span></span></td> <td><span><span><span><em>3 hours</em></span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><span><em>Start / End</em></span></span></span></td> <td><span><span><span><em><span>City center Hotel or address </span></em></span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><span><em>Vehicle</em></span></span></span></td> <td><span><span><span><em>None</em></span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><span><em>Guide</em></span></span></span></td> <td><span><span><span><em><span>English-speaking. Other languages on request </span></em></span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><span><em>Entrances</em></span></span></span></td> <td><span><span><span><em>None</em></span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><span><em>Meals </em></span></span></span></td> <td><span><span><span><em>None</em></span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><span><em>Difficulty</em></span></span></span></td> <td><span><span><span><em><span>Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces</span></em></span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><span><em>Notes</em></span></span></span></td> <td><span><span><span><em><span>Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes</span></em></span></span></span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p></p> <div></div> Copenhagen Walking food tour – 4 Hours <p><img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-5317.png" /><br /> <span><span><span><span>The Culinary Experience tour lets you explore Copenhagen on a food tour and learn about the Nordic country’s burgeoning cuisine and restaurant scene! Discover produce as fresh as the Scandinavian air and scout out the locals’ favourite eateries and market halls with an expert guide at your side.</span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span>You will start at Torvehallerne, the new covered market halls, where you will sample artisan cheese, developed in collaboration with the city’s Michelin-starred chefs. Try liquorice, caramels and preserves from some of the most interesting small producers. You will explore the city, wander through Copenhagen Botanical Gardens, relaxing in the beautiful green surroundings. All that while talking about produce and local foods.</span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span>During the Culinary Experience Tour you will pass several of the city’s greatest landmarks and discuss its history. Food being always the focus. Exclusive to this tour you will try the open sandwiches called smørrebrød as well as a microbrewery where you sample three different types of home-brewed beer.</span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span>The most classic and un-missable street food in Copenhagen is a hotdog, which is served in a gourmet version. Finally, you will end at Torvehallerne again and you will have a chance to explore further on your own, not to mention do some shopping. So, make sure you leave yourself plenty of time to explore the city and its food after the tour.</span></span></span></span><br />  </p> <p></p> <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Basis</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span>Private</span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Duration</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span>4 hours</span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Start / End</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span><span>City center Hotel or address</span></span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Vehicle</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span><span>01</span><span><sup>st</sup></span><span> class. Included for private transfers from/to City center Hotel / address</span></span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Guide</span></span></em></span></td> <td> <p><span><em><span><span><span>English-speaking. Other languages on request</span></span></span></em></span></p> <div></div> </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Entrances</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span>None</span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Meals</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span><span>Various tastings making up for a full meal</span></span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Difficulty </span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span><span>Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces</span></span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Notes</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span><span>Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes</span></span></span></em></span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p></p> <div></div> Copenhagen Bicycle tour – 3 Hours <p><img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-5318.png" /><br /> <span>If you want to get out and see the most of Copenhagen, a bike tour is a great choice. Be part of this tour and experience Copenhagen on two wheels as your guide will lead you around the city and to its sights in style.</span></p> <p></p> <p><span>The Danish cycle-culture is as old as the bicycle itself. Copenhageners have used bicycles to transport themselves to and from work since the 1880s. Back then, commuting by bike was the fastest, easiest and most environmentally friendly way to move around the city – and it still is. Copenhagen got its first bike lane in 1910 but most parts of the current network of bike lanes have been established within the last 25 years. Today 50% of the Copenhageners choose to commute by bike every day. Most of them do it all year round – rain, hail, snow or sunshine.</span></p> <p><span>?</span><span>During the tour you will see some of the famous landmarks of Copenhagen which include the beautiful Tivoli Gardens, The City Hall, Christiansborg Castle, The Royal Library, The Old Stock Exchange, Christianshavn, Our Saviours Church, The Opera, The National Bank,The Kings Square, Nyhavn, Amalienborg Castle, Langelinie, Kastellet, The little Mermaid, Rosenborg Castle, the Kings Garden, Strøget (The pedestrian street) to name a few. While riding backstreets and crossing bridges, your guide will also show you some of the hidden gems the city of Copenhagen has to offer. Discover hip neighborhood’s, secret gardens, courtyards and hidden churches.</span></p> <p></p> <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Basis</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span>Private</span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Duration</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span>3 hours</span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Start / End</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span><span>City center bicycle rental shop</span></span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Vehicle</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span><span>Bicycle – (Helmet included)</span></span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Guide</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span><span>English-speaking. Other languages on request</span></span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Entrances</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span>None</span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Meals</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span>None</span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Difficulty</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span><span>Grade Easy/Medium. </span><span>Guests must be in good health and be comfortable riding a bicycle with hand brakes. The tour includes about 2½ hours of cycling, all at a leisurely pace.</span></span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Notes</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span><span>Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span></span></em></span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p></p> <div></div> Copenhagen Walking tour in the pursuit of Hygge – 4 Hours <p><img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-5319.png" /><br /> <br /> <span>Hygge is as Danish as pork roast and it goes far in illuminating the Danish soul. In essence hygge means creating a warm atmosphere and enjoying the good things in life in the company of good people. The warm glow of candlelight is also hygge. Friends and family – well that’s hygge too. </span></p> <p><span>In the summertime, hygge is spending time in the sun, over a beer at the pier, a picnic in one of the city parks or just hanging out with good friends in one of Copenhagen’s many picturesque and historical back yards.</span></p> <p><span>This 4-hour walking tour will highlight what hygge is all about. The tour starts by exploring the area around the Latin quarters an around the pedestrian street Strøget. </span></p> <p><span>The Latin Quarter is one of the most entertaining areas of Denmark's capital city, with a young-spirited undertone around the vicinity of Copenhagen University. The Latin Quarter is well known for its hang-out spots, alternative shopping and 17th-century architecture. </span></p> <p><span>Part of Danish hygge is having coffee with friends, so we will pick up a cup of coffee to go and a cinnamon roll at Sankt Peders Bakery, Copenhagen oldest bakery which was founded in 1652. </span></p> <p><span>We continue our tour by visiting the church of our Lady. The Copenhagen Cathedral in its present shape is an unpretentious building in Neo-Classicist style designed by the architect C.F. Hansen</span><span><b>.</b></span><span> It is situated close to the University of Copenhagen. An inside visit to the Round Tower in included. It was built as part of the Trinity Complex, named after the Holy Trinity and designed to accommodate three things: the observatory at the top of the tower, the library on the floor above the Trinity Church and of course the church itself. From its vantage point you will be able to peak into some of Copenhagen’s old, historical and cozy court yards before we head over to the Kings Garden, a popular green spot in the city center.</span></p> <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Basis</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span>Private tour</span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Duration</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span>4 hours</span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Start / End</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span><span>City center Hotel or address</span></span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Vehicle</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span>None</span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Guide</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span><span>English-speaking. Other languages on request</span></span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Entrances</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span><span>Round Tower & The Church of our Lady</span></span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Meals</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span><span>Coffee & Cinnamon roll</span></span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Difficulty</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span><span>Grade Easy to Medium. Walking required over uneven surfaces and uphill in the Round Tower</span></span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Notes</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span><span>Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes</span></span></span></span></em></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p></p> <p></p> Copenhagen Jewish tour – 4 Hours <p><img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-5320.png" /><br /> <span>Although never large in numbers, the Jews in Denmark have nevertheless had a substantial and important influence on Danish culture and history. The sights on your tour includes The Round Tower with its golden Hebrew inscriptions; the statue of the world famous Danish Jewish Nobel Prize winner, Niels Bohr; and the Trinitatis church where the Torah scrolls from the Copenhagen Synagogue were hidden during the Second World War and were thus saved from destruction.</span></p> <p><span>You will be informed of the present day Jewish community, its size and the various components that went into its making. The story of the five dark years under Nazi occupation, the deeds of the Danes and their king, Christian X will not be forgotten.<br /> <br /> The Danish Jewish Museum, designed by world famous architect Daniel Libeskind, opened in 2004 and is a must-see for anyone interested in the Jews of Denmark. Located in the center of Copenhagen, the museum is a great starting point for exploring Jewish history in Denmark. The museum presents 400 years of Danish Jewish history, including the rescue and deportation of the Danish Jews in 1943. Copenhagen’s main synagogue, finished in 1833 is located in Krystalgade (Crystal Street) in the old part of Copenhagen and will be viewed from its exterior during the tour.</span></p> <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Basis</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span>Private tour</span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Duration</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span>4 hours</span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Start / End</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span><span>City center Hotel or address</span></span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Vehicle</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span><span>1</span><span><sup>st</sup></span><span> Class</span></span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Guide</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span><span>English-speaking. Other languages on request</span></span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Entrances</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span><span>The Jewish Museum</span></span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Meals</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span>None</span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Difficulty</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span><span>Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces </span></span></span></em></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><em><span><span>Notes</span></span></em></span></td> <td><span><em><span><span><span>Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes</span></span></span></em></span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p></p> <p></p> Christianshavn & Dragør tour – 4 Hours <p><img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-5321.png" /><br /> <br /> <span>Narrow cobbled streets, Michelin-starred restaurants and cozy cafes along the canal. Just across the bridge Knippels Bro is <b>Christianshavn</b>, officially part of Copenhagen city centre. Christianshavn is a much-desired area for Copenhageners to live. And it is easy to see why. It is central, full of bars and restaurants and has a unique maritime atmosphere. </span></p> <p><span><b>Dragør</b> was founded in the 12th century, and it grew quickly as a fishing port. During the medieval period it was an international marketplace for Hanseatic merchants who came each year to buy herring. In the early sixteenth century, King Christian II invited a group of farmers from the Netherlands - at the time, a more agriculturally advanced nation than Denmark - to settle here to produce food for the royal household. You still find many Dutch names on the doors in Dragør. The town center is very idyllic with its characteristic yellow painted houses, thatched straw roofs and cobblestone streets, plus a charming harbor that is still an active fishing port.</span></p> <p><span><b>Christiansborg Palace</b> is<b> </b>located on the tiny island of Slotsholmen</span><span> and houses Denmark's Parliament. It is the Prime Minister's residence and where the Queen of Denmark receives visiting royalty and heads of state in its royal reception rooms. In the Marble Hall, see the incredible, colorful tapestries displaying Danish and world history over the past 1,000 year.</span></p> <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Basis</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span>Private tour</span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Duration</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span>4 hours</span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Start / End</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span><span>City center Hotel or address</span></span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Vehicle</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span><span>1</span><span><sup>st</sup></span><span> Class</span></span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Guide</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span><span>English-speaking. Other languages on request</span></span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Entrances</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span><span>Christiansborg Palace</span></span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Meals</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span>None</span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Difficulty</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span><span>Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces</span></span></span></span></em></td> </tr> <tr> <td><em><span><span><span>Notes</span></span></span></em></td> <td><em><span><span><span><span>Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purpose</span></span></span></span></em></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p></p> <div></div> Copenhagen Sustainable boat tour- you are the captain! - 3 Hours <span><span><img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-5366.png" /> We start the tour on three wheels, going through the stress of Copenhagen in a rickshaw. This small vehicle has three wheels and is pushed by a bike. Our rickshaw driver will be in charge of taking us from the hotel in the city center or meeting point to the pier where a boat waits for us.<br /> After a brief introduction on how to sail the boat, you will start sailing around the canals of Copenhagen, doing it at your own pace and choosing your own route. The boat ride lasts 2 hours and will allow you to feel the maritime atmosphere of the city and be, at least for a while, like a real boat captain.<br /> Once on board you will enjoy some tapas while you discover the city from a different perspective and in a sustainable way. These boats work with solar energy, leaving as few carbon footprints as possible and protecting the sensitive harbour environment.<br /> Once the boat tour is over, you go back to the hotel in our rickshaw. After this tour you will have experienced a truly sustainable tourism activity.<br />  <br /> <span><span>Basis:  Private tour </span></span><br /> <span><span>Start / End:   City center</span></span><br /> <span><span>Notes: Tour program may be changed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span><br /> <span><span>Suitable for families with small children.</span></span><br /> <br /> <span>Tour Duration: 3 hours</span><br /> <span>Tour can operate:</span> morning or afternoon<br /> <span>Wheelchair Accessible:</span> No<br /> <span>Physical Activity Level:</span> Light. <span><span>Grade Easy/Medium. The boats are easy to control. Life jackets are included. </span></span>The tour includes about 2h boat tour, all at a leisurely pace. <br /> <span>Inclusions: </span><span>Tapas and 1 bottle of water per person. Rickshaw (max 2 pax per vehicle)  and electric boat.<br /> <strong>Not included:</strong> guide, entrances, transfers to/from pier.</span></span></span> Copenhagen Rickshaw tour – 3 Hours <p><span><span><img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-5367.png" /><br /> If you want to get out and see the most of Copenhagen <strong>effortlessly,</strong> a Rickshaw tour is a great choice. Be part of this tour and experience Copenhagen on three wheels as your driver guide will lead you around the city and to its sights in style.<br />  <br /> The Danish cycle-culture is as old as the bicycle itself. Copenhageners have used bicycles to transport themselves to and from work since the 1880s. Back then, commuting by bike was the fastest, easiest and most environmentally friendly way to move around the city – and it still is. Copenhagen got its first bike lane in 1910 but most parts of the current network of bike lanes have been established within the last 25 years. Today 50% of the Copenhageners choose to commute by bike every day. Most of them do it all year round – rain, hail, snow or sunshine.<br /> During the tour you will see some of the famous landmarks of Copenhagen which include The City Hall, Christiansborg Castle, The Old Stock Exchange, Christianshavn, Our Saviours Church, The Opera,  The Kings Square, Nyhavn, Amalienborg Castle, Kastellet, The little Mermaid,  to name a few. While riding backstreets and crossing bridges, your guide will also show you some of the hidden gems the city of Copenhagen has to offer. Discover hip neighborhood’s, secret gardens, courtyards, and hidden churches. Continuing along the way there is a convenient stop for a coffer break, just like a real Dane,  and you will  pass by Christiania and hear the story about the free state around the big canal on the 'havneringen' route, hitting the Green Bike Lane before returning to the city center.<br /> <span><span>Basis:  Private tour </span></span><span><span>  </span></span><br /> <span><span>Start / End:   As requested within central area of Copenhagen </span></span><span><span>     </span></span><br /> <span><span>Notes: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span><br /> <br /> <span>Tour Duration: </span><span>3 hours in total, incl a stop for coffee.</span><br /> <span>Tour can operate:</span> morning or afternoon<br /> <span>Wheelchair Accessible: <strong>No</strong></span><br /> <span>Physical Activity Level:</span> Light<br /> <span>Inclusions:</span> <span>Rickshaw (max 2 pax per vehicle) with </span><span>English-speaking. Other languages on request. </span><span>Coffee. </span><br /> <br /> <span><span>Not included: transfer from/to pier</span></span></span></span></p> Copenhagen Urban Dining - 4 hours <span><span><img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-5368.png" /> <br /> Your private tour will star at a centrally arranged spot in Copenhagen, where you meet the chef and guide for this unique tour of the city. It is much more than just a food or cycle tour. You will meet the locals firsthand, explore the secrets of the city cycling and following this talented chef, passionate about his culture, food, nature, sustainability and of course cycling. Every detail has been carefully thought to offer you a memorable and very different experience of the Danish lifestyle. You will be greeted by this family and experience the best Danish hospitality while you start with your aperitif, then you move on and follow your cycling chef. No matter the weather, you will enjoy a fantastic 5 course meal served and cooked for you in 2 or 3 strategic spots according to the weather. <br />  <br /> This is an outdoor experience, but logistically planned for you to enjoy every single step. You just need to dress with the appropriate gear, a bicycle, and your hunger for an exquisite experience. Whilst we cannot control the weather, if you come well prepared for this adventure nothing will spoil it, and you will end with an unforgettable memory, and better understanding of what Danish culture is about.<br />  <br /> <span><span>Basis:  Private tour </span></span></span></span> <strong>– AVAILABLE ONLY FOR LUNCH</strong><br /> <span><span><span><span>Start / End:  Meeting point can vary within central area of Copenhagen. To be confirmed at booking time</span></span><br /> <span><span>Notes: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span><br /> <br /> <span>Tour Duration: 4 hours</span><br /> <span>Tour can operate:</span> noon<br /> <span>Wheelchair Accessible:</span> No<br /> <span>Physical Activity Level: Easy/</span>Moderate.The tour includes about 2½ hours of cycling, all at a leisurely pace, and 2 or 3 stops to enjoy the meal!<br /> <span>Inclusions:</span> <span> 5 course meal and 1 drink (vegetarian available),  English-speaking guide (Other languages on request), transport by bike with helmet.<br /> <strong>Not included: </strong>transfer from/to pier.</span></span></span> Kayak Tour in Copenhagen channels with lunch and Rickshaw transfers – 4 hours <img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-5381.png" /><span><span><span>Discover Copenhagen from a different angle and in a sustainable way!</span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>We start our day with a ricksahw transfer. A rickshaw is a 3 wheels bike that allows you to move around in a “green way”. Your rickshaw driver will take you to Knippelsbro, where you will be instructed on how to safely kayaking around Copenhagen. </span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>Together with the instructor, you will be drifting by some of the most iconic buildings in town such as the National Bank, the Black Diamond, the Opera House and the colorful Nyhavn. We will enter the canals of historical Christianshavn and head towards Christiansborg, now home of the Danish parliament, through Frederiksholms canal, paddling under beautiful bridges and finding the secret underwater sculpture, Agnete og Havmanden. This is a fun and exciting way to explore Copenhagen.</span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>After kayaking you will enjoy a lunch at the Kayak Bar and then you will take your rickshaw transfer back to your hotel/address in the city center.</span></span></span><br /> <br /> <span><span><span><span>Basis:  Private tour.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Duration:       4 hours (incl. 2 hours kayak tour plus time for lunch and transfers)</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Start / End:   City.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Vehicle:         Rickshaw for transfers. NOTE: max 2 pax per rickshaw. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Guide: Kayak instructor will give instructions in English.   </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Entrances:     None</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Meals: Lunch (burger, or similar, with beverage. Veggie options available) </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Physical activity level:      Grade Moderate. Kayaking at leisure pace, walking required over uneven surfaces. No experience required, but you should be able to swim.<br /> Wheelchair accessible: no.<br /> Tour operates: morning or afternoon.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Notes: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes. Kayaking equipment will be provided.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>Please bring: Hat, Sun Cream, Sunglasses, Waterproof Clothes, Spare Clothes, Swimming Suit, Towel, Water Bottle.</span></span></span><br />   A classic Danish afternoon tea at Tivoli Gardens with rickshaw transfers - 4 hours <img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-5383.png" /><span><span><span>Tivoli Gardens is a famous amusement park and summer garden in the heart of Copenhagen. The park opened on August 15, 1843 and is the second oldest amusement park in the world. Tivoli is a unique and wonderful experience for everybody, in all ages and a must do when visiting Copenhagen.</span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>During your visit have a “hyggeligt” stop to enjoy a traditional Danish afternoon at Tivoli´s KaffeBar. There you will get the “Cake of the Day” with a filter coffee/tea.</span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>Instead of taking a traditional car transfer, we get you on a ”rickshaw” 3 wheels bike, moving around the city effortlessly and in a more sustainable way. Your rickshaw driver will take you to Tivoli and then back to the hotel/address in the city center.</span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Basis:  Private tour.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Duration:       4 hours.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Start / End:   City.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Vehicle:         Rickshaw for transfers. NOTE: up to 2 people per rickshaw.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Guide: None. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Entrances:     Tivoli Gardens. </span></span></span></span><span><span><span><span>NOTE: access to rides are not included in the entrance ticket but can be purchased separately at the park.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Meals: Danish cake and coffee/tea.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Physical activity Level:      Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.<br /> Wheelchair accessible: NO<br /> Tour operates: morning, afternoon. Subject to Tivoli opening hours and opening days.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Notes: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span></span></span><br />   Zealand Art Tour with visit of Karen Blixen Museum, Louisiana Museum and traditional Danish lunch – 6 hours <span><span><span><span>This tour is ideal for those who love culture, art, and literature, as we will visit two of the most emblematic museums in Copenhagen region, driving through the Danish Riviera.</span></span></span></span>  <br />  <br /> <span><span><span><span>We start our day heading towards <strong>Karen Blixen's Museum</strong>, located in Rungsted, only 30 mins by car from Copenhagen. Karen Blixen is one of Denmark's most famous authors. Among her best-known literary works are the novel Out of Africa, describing life in Kenya, where she ran a coffee plantation in the outskirts of Nairobi from 1914 to 1931. Out of Africa and the short story Babette's Feast, turned into Oscar-winning films. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>The museum occupies the rooms where Karen Blixen lived, and it also houses a gallery featuring Karen Blixen's drawings and paintings, a documentary exhibit on her life and work, a library, a film screening room, a café, a museum shop, and an auditorium used for lectures and special exhibitions.</span></span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span><span>After enjoying a traditional Danish lunch in a local restaurant, we continue our tour by visiting <strong>Louisiana Art Museum</strong>, in Humlebaek. </span></span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span><span>Louisiana is the most visited art museum in Denmark and has an extensive collection of modern and contemporary art, dating from World War II to the present day. In addition, it has a comprehensive program of special exhibitions all year around, achieving its  status as one of the world's most respected exhibition venues  The museum is also acknowledged as a milestone in modern Danish architecture, and is noted for its synthesis of art, architecture, and landscape. A walk in the Sculpture Park is an essential part of the Louisiana experience, offers a special interplay with stunning view over the Øresund and across Sweden ,and where nature, weather and the change of seasons, make the sculptures look very different from time to time</span></span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span><span><strong>Basis:</strong>  Private tour.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span><strong>Duration:</strong>       6 hours.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span><strong>Start / End:</strong>   City.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span><strong>Inclusions:  </strong>       01<sup>st</sup> Class vehicle, </span></span></span></span><span><span><span><span> English-speaking guide, Other languages on request, </span></span></span></span><span><span><span><span>Entrances to Karen Blixen Museum and Louisiana Museum, </span></span></span></span><span><span><span><span>Traditional Danish Lunch (warm dish + traditional “kransekage”) in local restaurant. Beverages not included, veggie option available.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span><strong>Physical Level Activity:</strong>      Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span>Tour can operate:</span><span> afternoon/evening</span><br /> <span>Wheelchair Accessible:</span><span> No</span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Notes: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span></span></span> Family day tour at Camp Adventure – 6 hours <span><span><span><span>Copenhagen is not only about Nordic food, Scandinavian design, and the Danish royals. It is also about fun and adventure! </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>A great alternative for a full day of excitement is Camp Adventure, a climbing park located in Rønnede, only 1 hour away from the capital. Camp Adventure offers 10 climbing courses to move in and out across a beech forest and is home of the very famous Forest Tower. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Once you get to the park, you are provided with safety equipment and will be taught by professional instructors in the use of the equipment and harnesses. Do not worry, the equipment is the best in the market, and it is safe and easy to use! There is no need to have previous experience.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>You will also be able to visit the 45-meter-tall Forest Tower, built with corten steel and local oak. The tower offers to enjoy a breathtaking 360-degree view over the beautiful southern Zealand nature. The trip through the beech forest, up into the Forest Tower and back is 3,2 km long.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Basis: Private tour.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Duration:      6 hours (incl transfer time approx. 1 hour each way) .</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Start / End:   City.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Vehicle:        01<sup>st</sup> Class for transfers. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Guide: None. Instructions to go around the climbing park will be given in by Camp Adventure staff in English.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Entrances:     Camp Adventure (Forest Tower and Climbing Park).</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Meals: Sandwich and soda.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span>Tour operates: morning, afternoon.</span><br /> <span>Physical activity level:</span><span><span><span><span> Grade Medium. Walking required over uneven surfaces, climbing, and going through different obstacles is necessary when visiting the climbing park.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Notes: The tour is offered from April to October. Wear practical and comfortable clothes that you can move well in, and wear shoes that are tightly fit to your foot.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Restrictions: For safety reasons, maximum weight is 120 kg. People with heart-, lung-, back- and neck problems as well as pregnant women and others with disorders that adversely affect the ability to climb, participates at their own risk. It is not allowed to be affected by alcohol or other drugs when staying on the courses.  </span></span></span></span><br /> <span>Wheelchair accessible: NO</span><br />   Historical Spa and visit to the Cistern of Copenhagen – 4 hours <span><span><span><span>This tour will take you on a journey of relaxation in a candlelit historical building. <strong>AIRE Spa</strong> is inspired by the tradition of baths from ancient Roman, Greek and Ottoman civilizations. Here you will go at your own pace through different baths at different temperatures.</span></span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span><span>You continue the excursion at the <strong>Cisternerne</strong>, an old water reservoir built in 1856-1859. The cisterns are located on Frederiksberg Hill, 31 meters above sea level, the highest point of the very flat Danish capital. The natural pressure, when the water was let out, allowed the water to travel all the way up into the new Copenhagen town houses contributing considerably to the improvement of the water supplied to locals.</span></span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span><span>In 1933 the cisterns stopped functioning as a water reservoir and for many decades these subterranean chambers were forgotten until 2013 when the building became a part of The Frederiksberg Museums.  Today, the old subterranean water reservoir of Soendermarken is home of events and art exhibitions that awaken all senses. The huge dripstone cave is sparsely lit, the climate is moist and cool, and a magical art experience is guaranteed.</span></span></span></span><br />  <span><span><span><span>Basis:  Private tour.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Duration:       Approx. 4 hours</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Start / End:   City Center.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Vehicle:         01st Class.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Guide: English-speaking guide for the tour at the Cisterne. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Entrances:     Spa Access (90 mins) and Cisterne entrance with guided tour.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Meals: None.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span background-attachment:="" background-clip:="" background-image:="" background-origin:="" background-position:="" background-repeat:="" background-size:="" font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span><span>Physical activity level:      Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span></span></span></span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <span>Wheelchair accessible: NO</span><br /> <span>Tour operates: morning, afternoon.</span><span><span><span><span> </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Notes: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes. This tour is not offered on Mondays.</span></span></span></span><br />	08/10/2024	08/10/2024
Aarhus	08/11/2024	08/11/2024
Oslo Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! Oslo City Tour - 4 hours <span><span><img alt="" src="https://www.msccroisieres.fr/-/media/global-contents/destinations/ports/norway/oslo/cruise-to-oslo-norway.jpg?bc=transparent&as=1&dmc=0&mh=537&mw=806&thn=0&mediamode=desktop&hash=E8A8559F8B0FBEEB9A9C79D82DE9401B11754834" /><br /> Drive through the center of Oslo, passing all of the main sights and highlights, including the Royal Palace and the Nobel Institute. View the City Hall, inaugurated in 1950 at Oslo's 900-year jubilee. Akershus Fortress, sitting boldly on the waterfront is today partly a museum and a military area.</span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span>Pass the Parliament Building before entering Karl Johan Street, named after the Swedish-Norwegian king in the early part of the 19th century. The oldest part of Oslo University, dating back to 1813, lines this street. It is famous for its interior decoration by the painter Edvard Munch.</span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span>You will also pass through attractive villa areas on the way to Vigeland Park. This enormous open-space was laid out in the first half of the 20th century by Norwegian sculptor Gustav Vigeland. Over a period of 30 years, he created his own world of human beings and animals from stone, iron and bronze. There are about 200 statue groups in all, which describe the course of human life from birth to death. The monolith, a 56-foot high granite block carved with 121 figures stands as the unequivocal centerpiece of this well-planned park.</span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span>On the Bygdøy Peninsula you will visit the <strong>Viking Ship Museum</strong>. It houses three authentic longboats dating from the Viking Age, around AD 900-1000, which were excavated from the mudbanks along Oslo fjord. The museum also holds a large collection of items found on board the ships, such as household goods, tools, jewelry and clothing.</span></span><br />   <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Basis:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Private tour.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Duration:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">4 hours.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Start / End:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">City center Hotel, address or Pier.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Vehicle:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">01<sup>st</sup> Class.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Guide:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">English-speaking. Other languages on request.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Entrances:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Viking Ship Museum.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Meals:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">None.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Difficulty:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Notes:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> Oslo Tour to Drøbak - 5 hours <img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-4750.png" /><br /> <br /> <span><span><span>Located 40 minutes outside of Oslo, on the east side of the Oslo Fjord, lies Drøbak. The narrow 18th- and 19th-century streets lined with small wooden houses give the town an idyllic touch. On an island just outside Drøbak you can visit the fortress Oscarsborg.</span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>The centre of Drøbak is the square Torget where you find the popular Tregaarden's Christmas House and Santa's Post Office. They have Norway's biggest permanent Christmas exhibition and a special Santa Claus post stamp. By the charming boat harbour there is also an Aquarium, with the world's only "lutefisk" museum, and Badeparken a little north of the centre is a great place for swimming.</span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>From Sjøtorget there are regular ferries to the <strong>Oscarsborg Fortress</strong>. The trip takes 5 minutes.<br /> The construction of the fortress was finished in 1853. It got the name Oscarsborg when king Oscar I visited the fortress in 1855. The fortress has a proud and dramatic history and is best known for the sinking of the German heavy cruiser Blücher on 9 April 1940 during World War II. </span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>Oscarsborg Fortress is a jewel in the Drøbak narrow. In summer, Oscarsborg is perfect for families and for those interested in nature, culture and history. Oscarsborg Fortress Museum presents the history of the place and organises guided tours. There are plenty of activities for children. A safari through the subterranean tunnels below the fortress, obstacle courses, bathing beaches and crab fishing.</span></span></span><br />   <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Basis:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Private tour.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Duration:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">5 hours.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Start / End:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">City center Hotel, address or Pier.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Vehicle:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">01<sup>st</sup> Class.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Guide:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">English-speaking. Other languages on request.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Entrances:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Oscarsborg Museum</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Meals:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">None.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Difficulty:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Notes:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> Oslo Bicycle tour – 3 Hours <p><img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-5322.png" /><br /> <br /> <span>Discover an alternative Oslo, full of street art, hip cafés, surprising waterfalls, great food and award winning coffee.<br /> <br /> During this approximately 3-hour bike tour, you will ride the path along the Akerselva River, with a stop at the heart of Oslo’s food scene, the indoor food market “Mathallen”. Mathallen is closed on Mondays.</span></p> <p><br /> <span>Be amazed by rushing waterfalls in the middle of the city, just blocks from the trendy Grünerløkka neighborhood.<br /> <br /> And an absolute must is a stop at the modern Opera and the exciting urban development around it, including a stop at Oslo's newest urban beach. </span></p> <p></p> <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><span><span><em><span>Basis</span></em></span></span></td> <td><span><span><em><span>Private tour</span></em></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><em><span>Duration</span></em></span></span></td> <td><span><span><em><span>3 hours</span></em></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><em><span>Start / End</span></em></span></span></td> <td><span><span><em><span><span>Bicycle rental shop.</span></span></em></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><em><span>Vehicle</span></em></span></span></td> <td>None</td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><em><span>Inclusions</span></em></span></span></td> <td><span><span><em><span><span>Bicycle and Helmet.</span></span></em></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><em><span>Guide</span></em></span></span></td> <td><span><span><em><span><span>English-speaking. Other languages on request.</span></span></em></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><em><span>Entrances</span></em></span></span></td> <td><span><span><em><span>None</span></em></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><em><span>Meals</span></em></span></span></td> <td><span><span><em><span>None</span></em></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><em><span>Difficulty</span></em></span></span></td> <td><span><span><em><span><span>Grade Easy/Medium. </span><span>Guests must be in good health and be comfortable riding a bicycle with hand brakes. The tour includes about 2½ hours of cycling, all at a leisurely pace.</span></span></em></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><em><span>Notes</span></em></span></span></td> <td><span><span><em><span><span>Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span></em></span></span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p><br /> <br />  </p> <div></div> Oslo Explorer tour – 5 Hours <p><img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-5323.png" /><br /> <br /> <span>We start with Vulkan - The area is a fusion of culture and creative industry with schools, hotels, food hall, restaurants and exciting tenants. It is the diversity and composition of the players that make Vulkan exciting.<br /> <br /> Mathallen Oslo is inspired by the great European food courts. Here you’ll find specialty shops, cafés and great places to eat. The food court will also put on a number of food-related activities like conferences, courses, fairs and competitions. Mathallen Oslo is the place to go for everyone who appreciates high quality food and bevergages and something unique. There will be time for light lunch at Mathallen during the tour.</span></p> <p><span>On the east side of the river Akerselva, behind the old industrial buildings, lies Grünerløkka. Here you will discover numerous little cafés, restaurants and bars. Grünerløkka is also a popular shopping district, with original design shops and many vintage and second-hand stores. </span></p> <p><span>During the tour we will have an outside visit to the Opera House. Officially opened in April 2008, the Oslo Opera House was designed by the acclaimed Norwegian architectural firm Snøhetta. The Opera House, which took five years to complete, sits on the bank of the Bjørvika district, near the stock exchange and the central station. </span></p> <p><span>A visit to Oslo is not complete without a brief wal through <b>Vigeland´</b>s Sculpture Park .The sculpture park is Gustav Vigeland's life work, comprising over 200 sculptures in granite, bronze and wrought iron. It was installed mainly in the period 1940-1949, but is nevertheless a result of over 40 years of work. It is located in a beuatiful park and natural setting in the city.</span></p> <p><span>Edvard Munch was one of Modernism's most significant artists and the other great Norgwian artist. The New <b>Edvard Munch Museum</b> will open at the end of 2020. </span></p> <p></p> <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><span><span><em><span>Basis</span></em></span></span></td> <td><span><span><em><span>Private tour</span></em></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><em><span>Duration</span></em></span></span></td> <td><span><span><em><span>5 hours</span></em></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><em><span>Start / End</span></em></span></span></td> <td><span><span><em><span><span>City center Hotel, address or Pier.</span></span></em></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><em><span>Vehicle</span></em></span></span></td> <td><span><span><em><span><span>1</span><span><sup>st</sup></span><span> Class. </span></span></em></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><em><span>Guide</span></em></span></span></td> <td><span><span><em><span><span>English-speaking. Other languages on request. </span></span></em></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><em><span>Entrances</span></em></span></span></td> <td><span><span><em><span><span>Edvard Munch Museum when it opens at the end 2020</span></span></em></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><em><span>Meals</span></em></span></span></td> <td><span><span><em><span>None</span></em></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><em><span>Difficulty</span></em></span></span></td> <td><span><span><em><span><span>Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span></span></em></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><em><span>Notes</span></em></span></span></td> <td><span><span><em><span><span>Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span></em></span></span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p></p> Oslo Holmenkollen tour – 6 Hours <p><img alt="" src="/extranet/images/extranet-tour-image-5324.png" /><br /> <span>The famous Holmenkollen ski-jump, located in the hills above Oslo afford a panorama view over the city and the fjord below. </span></p> <p><span><b>Holmenkollen Ski Jump</b> has been at the heart of Norwegian skiing for over 100 years. The first ski jumping competition took place on 31st January 1892 when 12,000 spectators were present. The Holmenkollen Ski Jump is world famous and represents an international symbol of ski jumping and ski sport generally.<br /> <br /> The <b>Norsk Folkemuseum</b> is Norway’s largest museum of cultural history. With collections from around the country, the museum shows how people lived in Norway from 1500 to the present. The 160 buildings in the Open-Air Museum represent different regions in Norway, different time periods, as well as differences between town, country and social classes. The Gol Stave Church dating from 1200 is one of five medieval buildings at the museum. The contemporary history is presented through exhibitions and documentation projects. Permanent indoor exhibitions include folk art, folk costumes, toys and Sami culture. There is also a variety of temporary exhibitions and audience programs all year round.</span></p> <p></p> <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><span><span><span><em>Basis</em></span></span></span></td> <td><span><span><span><em>Private tour</em></span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><span><em>Duration</em></span></span></span></td> <td><span><span><span><em>6 hours</em></span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><span><em>Start / End</em></span></span></span></td> <td><span><span><span><em><span>City center Hotel, address or Pier.</span></em></span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><span><em>Vehicle</em></span></span></span></td> <td><span><span><span><em><span>1</span><span><sup>st</sup></span><span> Class</span></em></span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><span><em>Guide</em></span></span></span></td> <td><span><span><span><em><span>English-speaking. Other languages on request.  </span></em></span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><span><em>Entrances</em></span></span></span></td> <td><span><span><span><em><span>Holmenkollen Ski Jump and the Norwegian Folksmuseum.</span></em></span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><span><em>Meals</em></span></span></span></td> <td><span><span><span><em>None</em></span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><span><em>Difficulty</em></span></span></span></td> <td><span><span><span><em><span>Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces</span></em></span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><span><span><em>Notes</em></span></span></span></td> <td><span><span><span><em><span>Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></em></span></span></span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p></p> <div></div> Art Tour with visit of Vigeland Sculpture Park and Opera House in Oslo with Rickshaw transfers – 4 hours This art tour starts on three wells, a more sustainable way of discovering the city!<br /> Your rickshaw driver will take you to Frogner Park, the famous sculpture park of Oslo. This enormous open space was laid out in the first half of the 20th century by Norwegian sculptor Gustav <strong>Vigeland</strong>. Over a period of 30 years, he created his own world of human beings and animals from stone, iron and bronze. There are about 200 statue groups in all, which describe the course of human life from birth to death. The monolith, a 56-foot-high granite block carved with 121 figures stands as the unequivocal centerpiece of this well-planned park.<br />  <br /> Along the ride your driver will tell you more about the Norwegian capital and one of the greatest artists in the country: <strong>Edvard Munch</strong>. The famous painter grew up in Oslo and started out as an artist in this city. Together with your driver you will follow his footsteps and pass by some of the places that have a significance in his life: his first studio, right in front of the Parliament Building, the Grand Café, a popular hangout for artists in the late 1800s, and Blomqvist art gallery, where he held several exhibitions. We continue towards Pilestredet 30, where Munch spent seven years of his childhood, and then to the campus of the University of Oslo where we will stop to learn about the Aula decorations.<br /> <br /> The last stop of the tour is at the <strong>Opera House</strong>, where you will say goodbye to the rickshaw driver and meet the Opera´s guide, who will show you around this emblematic building in a private tour lasting around 50 minutes.<br /> During the visit you are shown the theatre's unique rooms and stages, visit the backstage area, the Main Stage and talk about what happens behind the scenes before the curtain rises. You will also learn about the architecture, stage technology, opera and ballet.<br /> Basis: Private tour.<br /> Duration:      Approx. 4 hours (3 hours for rickshaw tour +  50 mins visit of National Theatre).<br /> Start / End:   City Center/National Theatre.<br /> Vehicle:        Ricksaw (2 pax per vehicle)<br /> Guide: English-speaking.<br /> Entrances:     Opera House.<br /> Meals: None.<br /> Physical activity level:      Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.<br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> Wheelchair accessible: NO<br /> Tour operates: morning, afternoon.<br /> Notes: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes. <br />	08/12/2024	08/12/2024
Kristiansand	08/13/2024	08/13/2024
Haugesund	08/14/2024	08/14/2024
Olden	08/15/2024	08/15/2024
Alesund Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! Ålesund Walking Tour – 3 Hours <img alt="" src="https://www.visitalesund.com/imageresizer/?image=%2Fdmsimgs%2FView_from_Mount_Aksla_lesund_Norway_Cred_Staale_Watt__1789553257.jpg&action=ProductDetailFullWidth" /><br /> <br /> <span><span><span>Ålesund differs from most other Norwegian cities with its large concentration of buildings in the Jugend style of architecture. The explanation for this is simple; the town burned to the ground during the Great Fire of 1904. Rebuilding the city took a full three years, aided by numerous local contributions and large donations from the German Kaiser Wilhelm II. </span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>The city planners agreed on consistently using the contemporary style of architecture, Jugend style (also known as Art Nouveau). It is a style characterized by artistic playfulness, fetching inspiration from organic forms and shapes in nature. </span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>This combination of fjords, mountains and a town centre built in so-called art nouveau-style are some of the factors that resulted in Ålesund pinching first place in a survey by the Norwegian daily newspaper Dagbladet. Larger cities like Bergen (second place) and Trondheim (fourth place) – perhaps more famous for their beauty – were not considered to be as scenic as Ålesund when the Norwegians themselves cast their votes.</span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Walking tour through the winding old city streets, you will learn about the town's historic past. </span></span></span></span><span><span><span>The tour takes in the Art Nouveau houses in the town itself, taking a stroll in the magnificent central district that displays beautiful houses with numerous and elaborate towers, spears and ornaments.</span></span></span><br />   <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Basis:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Private tour.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Duration:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">3 hours.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Start / End:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">City center Hotel or address.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Vehicle:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">None.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Guide:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">English-speaking. Other languages on request.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Entrances:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">None.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Meals:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">None.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Difficulty:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Notes:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> Ålesund City Tour – 4 Hours <img alt="" src="https://cdn.britannica.com/64/191964-050-F37A0BA4/Alesund-Norway.jpg" /><br /> <span><span><span>Experience the splendid beauty and history of Ålesund during this picturesque 4 hour excursion through the city and its surroundings, via private vehicle, driver and local English Speaking Guide. Ålesund, a city built in an Art Nouveau style following a catastrophic fire in 1904. One of a few Art Nouveau towns in the world (Jugend style), Ålesund is home to an atmospheric distinct character that is warmly embraced by the locals. </span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>Drive towards the Art Nouveau center of the town, marvel at the amazing decorations and colourful facades.<span> A brief walking tour through the winding old city streets follows where you will learn about the town's historic past. A stop is made on route to the Art Nouveau Centre for a fascinating insight into Art Nouveau through authentic interiors and objects, as well as a captivating multimedia program called “From Ashes to Art Nouveau”. Here </span>you can experience the devastating 1904 fire via film together with photographs and impressive sound and light effects. </span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Board your vehicle for the journey out of town towards Borgund, the </span></span></span></span><span><span><span>largest trading centre in Sunnmøre during the Viking Era. Here you will view the picturesque Borgund Church followed by a visit to the inviting Sunnmøre Open Air Folk Museum, focusing on Norwegian coastal culture. <span>Enjoy a stroll between the picturesque houses and the indoor exhibitions and get an insight into the cultural and architectural history of Sunnmøre and the Norwegian coastal culture. </span>Heading back towards the city center, we detour with a drive up Mount Aksla. <span>From this location, a panoramic view of the archipelago, the beautiful town center of Ålesund lying quietly below and the spectacular Sunnmøre Alps opens up in front of you.</span> Return journey back to the city center.</span></span></span><br />   <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><span><span>Basis: </span></span></td> <td><span><span>Private tour</span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Duration:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">4 hours.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Start / End:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">City center Hotel or address.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Vehicle:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">1<sup>st</sup> Class.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Guide:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">English-speaking. Other languages on request.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Entrances:</span></td> <td><span><span><span>Art Nouveau Centre, </span></span></span><span><span>Sunnmøre Open Air Folk Museum.</span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Meals:</span></td> <td><span><span><span>None.</span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Difficulty:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Notes:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <br />	08/16/2024	08/16/2024
Bergen Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! Bergen Walking Tour - 3 hours <img alt="" src="https://www.traveldailymedia.com/assets/2019/07/bergen.jpg" /><br /> <span><span><span>Bergen may perhaps be a relatively small city (population of 260,000) however it is overflowing with history (the first settlement here were over 900 years ago), culture, incredible nature, gourmet restaurants and cosy cafe’s</span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>Bryggen, the ancient Hanseatic Wharf, which is one of the best known European dwelling places from the Middle Ages, comprises a maze of characteristic wooden buildings with pointed gables facing the harbour.<br /> <br /> This unique architectural gem is now listed by UNESCO as one of the world's most significant examples of the history and culture of a medieval settlement. Bryggen thrives today as a honeycomb of painter’s and craftsmen’s workshops, plus access to the interior of some of the buildings themselves where history has been preserved as it was originally. </span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>The <strong>Fløibanen funicular</strong> in Bergen is one of Norway's best-known attractions. Fløibanen can be found in the heart of Bergen. Fløibanen is a funicular cable car that takes you 320 metres above sea level. In just a few minutes you find yourself on top of a mountain with a perfect view of the city and its surroundings. You have not seen Bergen before you have taken Fløibanen.</span></span></span><br />   <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Basis:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Private tour.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Duration:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">3 hours.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Start / End:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">City center Hotel or address.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Vehicle:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">01<sup>st</sup> Class.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Guide:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">English-speaking. Other languages on request.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Entrances:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Fløibanen funicular.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Meals:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">None.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Difficulty:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Notes:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> Bergen and its outskirts tour – 5 Hours <br /> <br /> <span><span><span><img alt="" src="https://en.visitbergen.com/imageresizer/?image=%2fdmsimgs%2f5D3A9E1E175B88AB3AB56623819F14730AED2458.jpg&action=ProductDetailExtraLargeNew" /></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>Experience the picturesque beauty and historical sights of Bergen during this leisurely 5 hour sightseeing excursion. </span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>We drive out of the city centre to <strong>Troldhaugen</strong>, the home of the famous Norwegian composer Edvard Grieg. The home, an unassuming wooden house stands amongst the trees at the Hill of the Trolls (Troldhaugen). </span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>Then it is a short drive to the <strong>Fantoft Stave Church</strong>, originally built in Fortun Sogn in 1150, it was relocated to Fantoft in 1883 where it was rebuilt after it was destroyed in a fire in 1992. In the Middle Ages there were approximately 800 stave churches throughout Norway, today only 30 are left standing. </span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span>On return back to the city centre of Bergen, explore by foot the famous Bryggen harbour front - the colorful old Hanseatic merchant buildings from the middle Ages. Destroyed by a large fire that wreaked havoc, the area was rebuilt in 1702. Now a protected area and listed on the Unesco World Heritage List, the narrow alleyways that run between the rows of houses made for an enchanting stroll that will take you back in time.<br /> <br /> <span>Your next stop is the Mt. Fløien Funicular station. The <strong>Fløibanen funicular</strong> takes you up to a height of 320 meters above sea level. It is a short journey up, on exit of the funicular a magnificent panorama over the city of Bergen, the surrounding mountains and sea awaits you. Return back to the harbor front district by funicular. Some free time has been set aside for you to peruse the Fish and Flower market at the Marbour front.</span></span></span></span><br />   <table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Basis:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Private tour.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Duration:</span></td> <td><span><span><span><span>5 hours.</span></span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Start / End:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">City center Hotel, address or Pier.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Vehicle:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">01<sup>st</sup> Class. </span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Guide:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">English-speaking. Other languages on request.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Entrances:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Edvard Grieg Museum Troldhaugen, Fantoft Stave Church, Fløibanen funicular.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Meals:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">None.</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Difficulty:</span></td> <td><span><span><span><span>Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span></span></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td><span lang="EN-US">Notes:</span></td> <td><span lang="EN-US">Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> Hike to Mount Fløien and lunch at Bergen´s Fish Market – 5 hours <span><span><span><span>You start this journey by meeting our guide and taking Bergen´s funicular, one of the trademarks of the city. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>The funicular railway is one of Norway's most famous attractions. The trip starts in the heart of the city and takes you 320 meters above sea level. In just 6 minutes, you will find yourself on top of Mount Fløyen. After enjoying a panoramic view of Bergen we will start our hike!</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Our guide will take you through the beautiful surroundings, enjoying the views of the city, the fjords and mountains while discovering the local nature. You will do this hiking at your own pace.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>You may walk down to the city center or take the funicular. The tour ends at Bergen´s Fish Market, a place that has a long history that dates to the 1200s. Since then, the market has been one of the most important places for trade between fishermen, farmers, and the inhabitants of the city.</span></span></span></span> <span><span><span><span>Here you will say goodbye to our guide and enjoy a delicious and traditional Norwegian lunch. You will be served a traditional fish platter that includes local delicacies such as king crab, lobster, langoustines, oysters, and creamy mussels. </span></span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span><span><strong>Basis: </strong> Private hiking/walking tour.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span><strong>Duration:</strong>       5 hours (incl 4 hours for funicular and hike, plus time for lunch on your own).</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span><strong>Start / End:</strong>   City/Fish Market.</span></span></span></span><br /> <strong><span><span><span><span>Inclusions</span></span></span></span><span>:</span></strong><span><span><span><span> English-speaking guide, Other languages on request, Entrance to  Funicular, Lunch at the Fish Market (Luxury platter: King crab, lobster and langoustines in garlic butter, oysters and creamy mussels. Served with salad, bread, aioli and tarragon dip, tap water). Vegetarian option available (Filled spicy portobello mushroom covered in melted local cheese, served on a bed of vegetables and sweet potato purée.)<br /> <strong>Not included</strong></span></span></span></span><strong><strong>:</strong></strong><span><span><span><span> </span></span></span></span><span>Vehicle</span><br /> <span><span><span><span><strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>     Grade Moderate. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span>Tour can operate:</span><span> afternoon/evening</span><br /> <span>Wheelchair Accessible:</span><span> No</span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Notes: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes. Bring appropriate clothing and shoes. </span></span></span></span><br />   Bergen Art & Design Walking Tour visiting KODE Art Museum and Arven silver factory – 4 hours <span><span><span><span>You start this walking tour with our guide, visiting two of the main attractions in Bergen for art and design lovers.</span></span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span><span>We will pay a visit to KODE 3 Museum, which The Rasmus Meyers Collection and a great compilation of works by Edvard Munch, one of the most renowned Norwegian painters. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Among the highlights of the collection are paintings from the Golden Age of Norwegian art, as well as historical interiors from the Bergen area. The presentation includes highlights from the careers of other famous Norwegian artists such as J.C. Dahl, Harriet Backer, Erik Werenskiold and Gerhard Munthe.</span></span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span><span>We continue our tour by visiting Arven´s workshops. In 1868 Theodor Olsen brought international expertise when he established his own sterling silversmithery and store and quickly became a leader in Bergen’s arts and crafts community. Following his death in 1890, the silver smithery and store continued under the name of Theodore Olsen managed by the Aase family for many generations until 2016 when it became Arven AS. Today, Arven is a modern and innovative factory which is constantly developing new and exciting products through bold design work in cooperation with contemporary designers but preserving traditional techniques and classic design.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>During your private visit you will be greeted by your host offering you a special welcome with a drink and a taste of delicious Norwegian local produce cheese and snacks, all served using their beautiful cheese slices and knives we create.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Your visit continues with a presentation about the story of silversmithing in Bergen, about Arven, our history, our products, and our way of working. Afterwards there will time for your questions and participation to “show and tell” how each visitor can make their own stamped pendant!</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>You are then guided to our workshop and witness where our silver cutlery and jewelries are crafted. There will be a little “ceremony” in the workshop where each visitor gets their own Arven medal.</span></span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span><span>Basis: Private tour.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Duration:      4 hours walking tour.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Start / End:   City.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Vehicle:        None. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Guide: English-speaking. Other languages on request.    </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Entrances:     KODE 3 Museum and Arven Silver Factory.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Meals: None.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span background-attachment:="" background-clip:="" background-image:="" background-origin:="" background-position:="" background-repeat:="" background-size:="" font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span><span>Physical activity level:      Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span></span></span></span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <span>Wheelchair accessible: NO</span><br /> <span>Tour operates: morning, afternoon. Tour not available on Mondays.</span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Notes: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes. The tour is not offered on Sunday and Monday.</span></span></span></span><br />	08/17/2024	08/17/2024
At Sea	08/18/2024	08/18/2024
Amsterdam Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! Amsterdam: An Introduction to Amsterdam – 4 hours <span><span><span new="" times=""><font color="#000000">Meet your driver at the Port in Amsterdam for a private transfer to the city centre where your guide is waiting to meet you for a walking tour of this beautiful city. Begin at Dam Square, bordered by the Royal Palace and enjoy wonderful views of the canals and gabled houses of the mercantile quarter before visiting the house in which Anne Frank wrote her celebrated diary during the last war. After your tour, transfer in the comfort of your own private vehicle back to your ship. </font></span></span></span><br /> <br /> <span>tickets for the Anne Frank House sell out very quickly and are subject to availability. Guides are not allowed to accompany you into the house itself, but will be waiting for you at the end of your visit (approx. 45-90 mins)</span><br /> <br /> <strong><span><span><span>Highlights: </span></span></span></strong> <ul> <li><span><span><span>Tour Anne Frank's house</span></span></span></li> </ul> <div><br /> <strong><span><span><span>Tour Duration:</span></span></span></strong><span><span><span> 4 Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong> Morning/ Afternoon<br /> <br /> <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> Please enquire for more information<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Light<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong> </span></span></span></div> <ul> <li><span><span><span>Private transport by luxury car or minivan</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>An expert local guide for 4 hours</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>Entrance fees to all sights and museums</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>All taxes</span></span></span></li> </ul> <div><strong><span><span><span>Exclusions:</span></span></span></strong></div> <ul> <li><span><span><span>All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs</span></span></span></li> <li>Gratuities</li> </ul> Amsterdam: Highlights of Amsterdam - 8 Hours <span font-size:="" mso-ansi-language:="" mso-bidi-language:="" mso-fareast-font-family:="" mso-fareast-language:="" mso-fareast-theme-font:="">Spend the day exploring Amsterdam in the hands of your expert guide. You are met at the port and transferred to Dam Square where your morning’s walking tour includes the notable Royal Palace.  Admire the views of the canals and the gabled houses of the Canal Ring district, where you will visit the house in which Anne Frank wrote her celebrated diary during the last war.<br /> <br /> After lunch explore the beautifully-restored Rijksmuseum, to admire the stunning collection of masterpieces from the seventeenth-century Golden Age, including works by Rembrandt and Vermeer. No visit to Amsterdam would be complete without seeing the delightful Van Gogh Museum, home to many of his famous works as well as those of other Impressionists and Post-Impressionists.<br /> <br /> tickets for the Anne Frank House sell out very quickly and are subject to availability. Guides are not allowed to accompany you into the house itself, but will be waiting for you at the end of your visit (approx. 45-90 mins)</span><br /> <br /> <strong><span><span><span>Highlights: </span></span></span></strong> <ul> <li><span><span><font color="#484848">Visit Anne Frank's House</font></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>Explore the Van Gogh Museum</span></span></span></li> </ul> <div><br /> <strong><span><span><span>Tour Duration:</span></span></span></strong><span><span><span> 8 Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong> Morning/ Afternoon<br /> <br /> <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> Please enquire for more information<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Light<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong> </span></span></span></div> <ul> <li><span><span><span>Private transport by luxury car or minivan</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>An expert local guide for 8 hours</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>Entrance fees to all sights and museums</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>All taxes</span></span></span></li> </ul> <div><strong><span><span><span>Exclusions:</span></span></span></strong></div> <ul> <li><span><span><span>All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs</span></span></span></li> <li>Gratuities</li> </ul> Amsterdam: The Three Sisters, Delft & Den Haag - 8 Hours <span>You are met at Amsterdam port for a full-day excursion outside of the city. </span><span><span>Head south into the countryside for a photo opportunity at the impressive Three Sisters Windmills in Stompwijk. As over a third of the Netherlands lies below sea level, windmills were initially designed to pump vast amount of water out, thus protecting land from flooding. Today, these silent giants draw many visitors every year for their charming appearances.<br /> <br /> From here, you travel on to Delft, world-renowned for its famous blue and white pottery and one of the most beautiful towns in the Netherlands. Take in the town’s architectural gems and charming ambience, which are best appreciated by walking along its small canals with their graceful humpbacked bridges.<br /> <br /> Following this, enjoy a privately-guided tour at the Royal Delft Experience, where a painter shares the passion behind the production of this stunning 17th-century earthenware during a special demonstration.</span></span><br /> <br /> <span><span>After lunch at leisure, you continue to the Hague, the home of the Dutch Royal Family and the administrative capital of the Netherlands; walk the Inner court past the Government buildings and take the opportunity for a photo stop at the International Court of Justice. </span></span><span><span>You may like to visit the Mauritshuis Museum, which holds one of the world's finest collections of paintings, including Rembrandt, Steen, Hals, Rubens and Van Dyck, or you may choose to visit the Panorama Mesdag, which hosts the Panorama, one of the largest canvas paintings in the world (subject to opening times).<br /> <br /> On your return journey, stop at Scheveningen beach for some spectacular views before continuing back. (8 hours, driver and guide)</span></span><br /> <br /> <br /> <strong><span><span><span>Highlights: </span></span></span></strong> <ul> <li><font color="#484848">Witness the majestic windmills known as the Three Sisters</font></li> <li>Delve into Delft's artistic heritage</li> </ul> <div><br /> <strong><span><span><span>Tour Duration:</span></span></span></strong><span><span><span> 8 Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong> Morning/ Afternoon<br /> <br /> <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> Please enquire for more information<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Light<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong> </span></span></span></div> <ul> <li><span><span><span>Private transport by luxury car or minivan</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>An expert local guide for 8 hours</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>Entrance fees to all sights and museums</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>All taxes</span></span></span></li> </ul> <div><strong><span><span><span>Exclusions:</span></span></span></strong></div> <ul> <li><span><span><span>All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs</span></span></span></li> <li>Gratuities</li> </ul>	08/19/2024	08/19/2024
At Sea	08/20/2024	08/20/2024
At Sea	08/21/2024	08/21/2024
At Sea	08/22/2024	08/22/2024
Reykjavik Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! Reykjavik - The Golden Circle - FD Tour <div> <p><span lang="EN-GB">Capture the ‘The Big Three’ on this classic excursion to Gullfoss Waterfall, Geysir Strokkur and Thingvellir National Park.</span></p> </div> <div>From Reykjavík you will drive over the Mosfellsheidi heath to beautiful Thingvellir National Park, a place of tremendous interest as a primary site of both Iceland’s geological and historical heritage. In 2004 the site of Thingvellir was inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. On this tour you get the opportunity to walk through the geological fault known as Almannagja - the place where Europe’s oldest national legislative assembly, the Icelandic Althing, was established in the year 930AD, and where it convened in grandiose surroundings every summer for nearly eight centuries. After your walk in Thingvellir, the tour continues over the Lyngdalsheidi heath into the fertile farmlands of the south, to visit the most beautiful waterfall of the country, Gullfoss. Nearby, you’ll also stop at the Geysir geothermal area with its multitude of hot springs, where the most active one, Strokkur, spouts every few minutes. Return to Reykjavik through the Grimsnes region.</div> <div></div> <div><strong>Tour Duration: </strong>7-8 hours</div> <div><strong>Tour can operate: </strong>Morning</div> <div><strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> Yes - however some rough grounds</div> <div><strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Moderate</div> <div><b>Included:</b> Private car with driver-guide <span>Pick up/drop off at the port. </span></div> <div><strong>Not Included:</strong> Meals<br /> <img alt="" src="https://bynder-public.s3.amazonaws.com/media/CB45056F-C6D2-4567-9C544C8463B36748/468/23F6A5E9-5CE2-4B41-9F1E5446696A122A/webimage-CC5F5637-CDCC-4424-B8CB08B82C314C1B.jpg" /> </div> <div></div> Reykjavik - Bathing in the Blue Lagoon - HD Tour <p>Here guests can enjoy a relaxing bathe in the surreal milky waters of Iceland’s most famous of geothermal Spas – The Blue Lagoon. So what exactly IS the Blue Lagoon? Well, it is Iceland's most unique and popular attraction. Guests will enjoy bathing and relaxing in Blue Lagoon geothermal seawater, known for its positive effects on the skin. A visit to the spa promotes harmony between body, mind and spirit, and enables one to soak away the stresses of modern life. The spa's guests rekindle their relationship with nature, soak up the scenic beauty and enjoy breathing the clean, fresh air. In addition to bathing in the lagoon guests have access to a sauna with a view of the lagoon, a sauna with white walls that resemble silica mud and a cozy steam bath carved into a lava cave. Of course, guests bathing in the milky waters of the lagoon have easy access to the famous white silica mud, an essential part of this ultimate in spa experiences.</p> <p><strong>Tour Duration: </strong>3-4 hours</p> <p><strong>Tour can operate: </strong>Morning or Afternoon</p> <p><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Yes</p> <p><strong>Physical Activy Level:</strong> Easy</p> <p><strong>Included:</strong> Private car with driver-guide,  Blue Lagoon Comfort Experience (entrance fee, towel rental, Silica Mud Mask, choice of one drink at the Lagoon.) <span>Pick up/drop off at the port. </span></p> <p><strong>Not Included: </strong>Meals<br /> <img alt="" src="https://bynder-public.s3.amazonaws.com/media/CB45056F-C6D2-4567-9C544C8463B36748/651/06DFBA7B-CD2D-4035-8E71808C655A1C00/webimage-954AFCC3-0335-4BB3-B09704662BE5EA8E.jpg" /></p> <p></p> Reykjavik - Langjökull Glacier & the Ice Tunnel <div><span><span>Experience Iceland's stunning natural topography in an exhilarating new way during this full-day, off-road adventure on the Langjökull Glacier. </span></span><span>Start out early morning on a four-wheel-drive tour into Reykjavík’s hinterland. We drive through the tunnel of Hvalfjordur to the Borgarfjordur area. Watch for the historical home of the famed Icelandic historian and law speaker Snorri Sturluson, author of </span><em>Snorra Edda</em><span>. Along the way you will see the lava waterfalls of Hraunfossar and Barnafoss. Turning off the paved road you will travel into the gravel desert of Kaldidalur to Langjökull glacier were your driver will drive out onto the icecap to the entrance of the ice tunnel. After about 50 minutes in the glacier our</span><span> return journey takes us through the Kaldidalur or “Cold Valley” which offers spectacular views of the surrounding glaciers and their imposing landscapes. Our last stop will be at Thingvellir, the most significant historical and geological site in Iceland where in 930 AD the Vikings formed Althingi - the oldest still-existing parliament in the world. In 2004 the site of Thingvellir was inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. We then drive directly from Thingvellir to Reykjavik.<br /> <strong>Wear/Bring:</strong> Warm clothes for cold weather, waterproof/warm coat and suitable footwear</span><br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong><span>11-12 hours</span></div> <div><span><span><strong>Tour can operate: </strong>Mornings </span></span></div> <div><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> No </span></span></div> <div><span><span><strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Moderate / Strenuous </span></span></div> <div><span><span><strong>Included: </strong>Transportation by private 4x4 super jeep with driver-guide. </span></span><span>Pick up/drop off at the port. </span></div> <div><span><span><strong>Not Included: </strong>Meals<br /> <br /> <img alt="" src="https://www.icelandtravel.is/_next/image/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ficetprodblue.wpengine.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2021%2F05%2FInto-the-glacier-3-scaled.jpg&w=1920&q=75" /></span></span></div> <div></div> Reykjavik Highlights - HD Tour <div> <div>Reykjavík is the world's most northerly capital, with more than one third of Iceland’s population.  Today Reykjavík is a modern city with a variety of restaurants, museums, galleries and theatres.  Visit the most important sights of the city, including the  Old Town, the city cathedral, Hallgrimskirkja church and the “Pearl” (no entrance fees included in this tour).<br /> <br /> Add ons:</div> <ul> <li><span><span>A <u>visit</u> to the open-air museum of Arbaer </span></span><span><span>Travel back to Reykjavik’s past with a visit to a fascinating collection of town and farm buildings from the last few centuries.    </span></span></li> <li><span><span>A <u>visit</u> to the Pearl vantage point. </span></span><span><span>The new Perlan is an exciting interactive exhibition about Iceland’s nature and geology.  Entrance includes the “Wonders of  Iceland Exhibit  (including Glaciers and Ice Cave) and the 360° Observation Deck.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Hallgrimskirkja Church </span></span><span><span>Climb the tower of this iconic church for a beautiful view over the city and sea.   (Tower access closed during church services and some events)</span></span></li> <li><span><span>A <u>visit</u> to the National museum </span></span><span><span>The National Museum of Iceland’s permanent exhibition, <em>Making of a Nation - Heritage and History in Iceland</em>, provides insight into the history of the Icelandic nation from the Norse Settlement to the present day. The exhibition includes about 2.000 objects.</span></span></li> </ul> <div><span><span><strong>Tour Duration:</strong> 3-4 hours</span></span></div> <div><span><span><strong>Tour can operate:</strong> Morning or Afternoon </span></span></div> <div><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> No - Arbaer museum is not accessible </span></span></div> <div><span><span><strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy </span></span></div> <div><span><span><strong>Included: </strong>Private car with driver-guide,  </span></span><span>Pick up/drop off at the port. </span></div> <div><span><span><strong>Not Included:</strong> Meals and entrance fees (optional)<br /> <img alt="" src="https://bynder-public.s3.amazonaws.com/media/CB45056F-C6D2-4567-9C544C8463B36748/157/BB676284-2009-4F29-97A82BA7DF0B8B91/webimage-57BDD595-EC1C-4061-BB7A887342859C82.jpg" /> </span></span></div> </div> <div></div> Blue Lagoon experience with transfers – 4 Hours <span><span>In the southwest corner of Iceland is the Reykjanes peninsula, less than 1-hour drive from the capital or 20-minute drive from Keflavik International Airport.</span></span><br /> <span><span>There the Mid-Atlantic Ridge comes ashore. The nature is magnificent. Various volcanic formations are found on Reykjanes Peninsula, such as mountains and hills chiefly made of volcanic tuff, large and small lava flows plus different types of volcanoes and volcanic edifices.</span></span> <span><span>The Reykjanes peninsula volcanic zone is a direct continuance of the North Atlantic Ridge that surfaces from the ocean at Reykjanes, and it is home to many important geological formations, some of which are utterly unique, including numerous types of volcanoes, naturally carved pools, craters, and geothermal pools. </span></span><br /> <span><span>Few things are cozier than relaxing in a hot pool in the middle of nature. Iceland has an abundance of easily accessible natural pools, but it is perhaps <strong>the Blue Lagoon</strong> the most spectacular of them all. </span></span><br /> <span><span>The Blue Lagoon was founded in 1992. Its specialty is the geothermal sea, which is two thirds of salt water and one third of fresh water. It is found at a depth of up to 2000 meters and is led by a pipe from the source to the lagoon where guests can enjoy it and relax. It is rich in minerals, silica, and algae, which is the basis of all skin products in the Blue Lagoon.</span></span><br /> <span><span>National Geographic has chosen the Blue Lagoon as one of the 25 wonders of the world. The Blue Lagoon has developed into an experience company based on spas, research and development, skin care, hotels, and restaurants</span></span><br /> <span><span>Treat yourself and experience it during your stay in Reykjavik. Alternatively, this is the ultimate way to unwind and chill after or prior a long-haul flight when you arrive of depart to / from Iceland. </span></span><br /> <strong><span><span><span><span>What to expect:</span></span></span></span></strong><span><span><span><span> Landmarks of natural wonders of the country, insight into geology, relaxation.   </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Basis: Private tour.</span></span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span><span>Start / End:   City center Hotel or address or Keflavik International Airport.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Duration:      4 hours.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Vehicle:        01<sup>st</sup> Class.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Guide: English-speaking driver guide. Other languages on request.      </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Entrances:     Comfort entrance to Blue Lagoon with use of the towel, mud mask and first drink at your choice.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Meals: None.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Physical activity level:      Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span>Wheelchair accessible: NO</span><br /> <span>Tour operates: morning, afternoon.</span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Notes: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span></span></span> Blue Lagoon & Reykjanes Peninsula – 8 Hours <span><span>In the southwest corner of Iceland is the Reykjanes peninsula, less than 1-hour drive from the capital or 20-minute drive from Keflavik International Airport.</span></span><br /> <span><span>Explore the Reykjanes peninsula and visit the <strong>Blue Lagoon</strong>. This geothermal area includes solfataras, fumaroles, mud pots and hot springs and sulphur was mined there early in the 18th century and then again in the 19th century. Gunnuhver is the largest mud geyser in Iceland, about 20 metres wide. <strong>Grindavik,</strong> the small fishing village with about 3000 inhabitants, has a long history, including when pirates from Morocco and Algeria arrived in the 17th century and took fifteen residents to sell as slaves. Additionally, we will take in the magnificent coastline and dramatic breaking waves by the Reykjanes lighthouse and “The Bridge Between the Continents” which connects the American and Eurasian tectonic plates.</span></span><br /> <span><span>Few things are cozier than relaxing in a hot pool in the middle of nature. Iceland has an abundance of easily accessible natural pools, but it is perhaps <strong>the Blue Lagoon</strong> the most spectacular of them all. </span></span><br /> <span><span>Treat yourself and experience it during your stay in Reykjavik. Alternatively, this is the ultimate way to unwind and chill after or prior a long-haul flight when you arrive of depart to / from Iceland.</span></span><br /> <span><span>,</span></span><br /> <strong><span><span><span><span>What to expect:</span></span></span></span></strong><span><span><span><span> Landmarks of natural wonders of the country, insight into local history and geology, relaxation. Coastal villages.</span></span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span><span>Basis: Private tour.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Start / End:   City center Hotel or address or Keflavik International Airport.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Duration:      8 hours.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Vehicle:        01<sup>st</sup> Class.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Guide: English-speaking driver guide. Other languages on request.      </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Entrances:     Comfort entrance to Blue Lagoon with use of the towel, mud mask and first drink at your choice.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Meals: None.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Physical activity level:      Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span>Wheelchair accessible: NO</span><br /> <span>Tour operates: morning, afternoon.</span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Notes: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span></span></span> Golden Circle Classic – 8 Hours <span><span>Iceland’s main attraction is the Golden Circle, it combines most of what Iceland has to offer, beautiful landscape, powerful geysers and the most magnificent waterfall. The highlights of the tour are Thingvellir National Park, the Geysir area and the Gullfoss waterfall.</span></span><br /> <span><span>This tour is designed to let you explore the highlights of Golden Circle route. We will show you sights that are not marked on a map, and only the locals know about. We will start the tour by heading to Þingvellir, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.</span></span><br /> <strong><span><span>Thingvellir</span></span></strong><span><span>, 50 km (31 miles) to the east of Reykjavík, is the national shrine of Iceland and its most historic site, and one of its most beautiful places. The oldest existing parliament in the world first met here in AD930. It has always been the focal point for the country, and whenever a major event is to be celebrated, thousands of people come here.</span></span><br /> <span><span>We continue the Golden Circle by heading to the famous <strong>Geysir </strong>geothermal area which is home to The Great Geysir and its active sidekick Strokkur! Although the original Geysir is not predictably active, its neighbour, Strokkur, will erupt every 5-7 minutes - so have your camera ready. </span></span><br /> <span><span>We then drive a few minutes down the road to the most famous part of the Golden Circle: <strong>Gullfoss</strong>, or “Golden Falls “. To stand at Gullfoss and bask in the beauty and the wonder of nature is an uplifting experience. One certainly feels energized after this tour and contact with stunning nature.</span></span><br /> <span><span>During the tour, a delicious lunch will be offered at the local geothermal tomato farm, a unique venue for a special lunch.</span></span><br /> <span><span>,</span></span><strong><span data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=""><span data-darkreader-inline-color=""><span><span>What to expect:</span></span></span></span></strong><span data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=""><span data-darkreader-inline-color=""><span><span> Stunning scenery, landmarks of the natural wonders of the country, insight into local history.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=""><span data-darkreader-inline-color=""><span><span>Basis: Private tour.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=""><span data-darkreader-inline-color=""><span><span>Start / End:   City center Hotel or address.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=""><span data-darkreader-inline-color=""><span><span>Duration:      8 hours.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=""><span data-darkreader-inline-color=""><span><span>Vehicle:        01<sup>st</sup> Class.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=""><span data-darkreader-inline-color=""><span><span>Guide: English-speaking driver guide. Other languages on request.      </span></span></span></span><br /> <span data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=""><span data-darkreader-inline-color=""><span><span>Entrances:     Greenhouse visit.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=""><span data-darkreader-inline-color=""><span><span>Meals: Lunch at Geothermal farm. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=""><span data-darkreader-inline-color=""><span><span>Physical activity level:      Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span data-darkreader-inline-color="">Wheelchair accessible: no</span><br data-darkreader-inline-color="" /> <span data-darkreader-inline-color="">Tour can operate: morning and afternoon.</span><br /> <span data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=""><span data-darkreader-inline-color=""><span><span>Notes: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span></span></span><br />   Golden Circle Classic and Aurora Chase – 10 Hours <span>This tour is designed to let you explore the highlights of Golden Circle route ending with a hunt of the Northern Lights. We will show you sights that are not marked on a map, and only the locals know about. We will start the tour by heading to Þingvellir, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.</span><br /> <strong><span><span>Thingvellir</span></span></strong><span><span>, 50 km (31 miles) to the east of Reykjavík, is the national shrine of Iceland and its most historic site, and one of its most beautiful places. The oldest existing parliament in the world first met here in AD930. It has always been the focal point for the country, and whenever a major event is to be celebrated, thousands of people come here.</span></span><br /> <span><span>We continue the Golden Circle by heading to the famous <strong>Geysir </strong>geothermal area which is home to The Great Geysir and its active sidekick Strokkur! Although the original Geysir is not predictably active, its neighbor, Strokkur, will erupt every 5-7 minutes - so have your camera ready. </span></span><br /> <span><span>We then drive a few minutes down the road to the most famous part of the Golden Circle: <strong>Gullfoss</strong>, or “Golden Falls “. To stand at Gullfoss and bask in the beauty and the wonder of nature is an uplifting experience. One certainly feels energized after this tour and contact with stunning nature.</span></span><br /> <span><span>Before chasing the lights, it will be possible to have a light dinner in a local restaurant.</span></span><br /> <span><span>The Northern Lights usually start showing up in the North. Although as the intensity increases, they can be seen further south. That is why the best places to see the Northern Lights in Iceland are those beaches, waterfalls or locations facing North. Many of them are a short drive from Reykjavik. You just need a clear sky, a place away from the light pollution. Our driver guide is an expert to find those best locations according to the forecast and chase the best sightings of the Green Lady.</span></span><br /> <span><span><span>,</span></span></span><strong><span><span><span><span>What to expect:</span></span></span></span></strong><span><span><span><span> Stunning scenery, landmarks of the natural wonders of the country, insight into local history. </span></span></span></span><strong><span><span><span><span>Auroras </span></span></span></span></strong><span><span><span><span>might be visible in the right weather conditions from late August to early April.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Basis: Private tour.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Start / End:   City center Hotel or address. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Duration:      10  hours.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Vehicle:        01<sup>st</sup> Class.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Guide: English-speaking driver guide. Other languages on request.      </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Entrances:     None.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Meals: Icelandic Soup. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Difficulty:      Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Notes: Tour only available from late August until early April.</span></span></span></span> South Shore Adventure – 10 Hours <span><span>We take you along the south coast of Iceland, one of the country’s most scenic regions, as far as Vík, a charming village surrounded by high beautiful bird cliffs.</span></span><br /> <span><span>Among the stops on this tour are at the gorgeous Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls, the Reynisfjara black sand beach, Dyrhólaey and Vik..</span></span><br /> <span><span>Driving through Vatnajökull National Park, established in 2008 covers 14,1% of Iceland and ranks as Europe's second largest. The unique qualities of Vatnajökull National Park are primarily its great variety of landscape features, created by the combined forces of rivers, glacial ice, and volcanic and geothermal activity. Vatnajökull is Europe's largest glacier.</span></span><br /> <span><span>The south side of Vatnajökull is characterized by many high, majestic mountain ridges, with outlet glaciers descending between them onto the lowlands. Sheltered by the high ice, the vegetated oasis of Skaftafell overlooks the black sands deposited to its west by the river Skeiðará.</span></span><br /> <span><span>Dyrhólaey is a 120-metre high promontory, not far from Vík. The place got its name from the massive arch that the sea has eroded from the headland. (The name literally means "door-hole"). There are also amazing rock formations all along the Birdlife here is abundant, with puffins and eider ducks being the most common species in the area. The lighthouse on the top of the cliff stands impressive and stoic in this often very windy area.</span></span><br /> <strong><span><span><span><span>What to expect:</span></span></span></span></strong><span><span><span><span> Stunning scenery, landmarks of the natural wonders of the country, insight into local history and geology. Coastal villages.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Basis: Private tour.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Start / End:   City center Hotel or address. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Duration:      10 hours.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Vehicle:        01<sup>st</sup> Class.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Guide: English-speaking driver guide. Other languages on request.      </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Entrances:     None.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Meals: None. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Physical activity level:      Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span>Wheelchair accessible: no</span><br /> <span>Tour can operate: morning and afternoon.</span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Notes: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span></span></span> South Shore including Jökulsárlón – 12 Hours <img align="right" height="232" hspace="12" src="file:///C:/Users/FLOREN~1/AppData/Local/Temp/msohtmlclip1/01/clip_image002.png" width="" /><span><span>We take you along the south coast of Iceland, one of the country’s most scenic regions, as far as Jökulsárlón and its Glacier lagoon. </span></span><br /> <span><span>Among the stops on this tour are at the gorgeous Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls, the Reynisfjara black sand beach, <strong>Vik,</strong> Dyrhólaey promontory and Jökulsárlón Glacier lagoon.</span></span><br /> <span><span>Driving through <strong>Vatnajökull National Park</strong>, established in 2008 covers 14,1% of Iceland and ranks as Europe's second largest. The unique qualities of Vatnajökull National Park are primarily its great variety of landscape features, created by the combined forces of rivers, glacial ice, and volcanic and geothermal activity. Vatnajökull is Europe's largest glacier.</span></span><br /> <span><span>The south side of Vatnajökull is characterized by many high, majestic mountain ridges, with outlet glaciers descending between them onto the lowlands. Sheltered by the high ice, the vegetated oasis of Skaftafell overlooks the black sands deposited to its west by the river Skeiðará.</span></span><br /> <strong><span><span>Dyrhólaey</span></span></strong><span><span> is a 120-metre high promontory, not far from Vík. The place got its name from the massive arch that the sea has eroded from the headland. There are also amazing rock formations all along the Birdlife here is abundant, with puffins and eider ducks being the most common species in the area. The lighthouse on the top of the cliff stands impressive and stoic in this often very windy area. </span></span><br /> <strong><span><span>Jökulsárlón </span></span></strong><span><span>has been a part of the Vatnajökull National Park since 1017. The <strong>Glacier lagoon</strong> is open to the sea and so contains a mixture of salt and freshwater, giving it a unique blue-green color. There are hundreds of seals here in the winter and the lagoon supports many species of fish including krill, herring, trout and, occasionally, salmon. During the excursion you sail among the huge icebergs in the picturesque scenery of Jökulsárlón.</span></span><br /> <span><span>When possible the Zodiac goes almost all the way up to the glacier (as close as safe).</span></span><br /> <strong><span><span><span><span>What to expect:</span></span></span></span></strong><span><span><span><span> Stunning scenery, landmarks of the natural wonders of the country, insight into local history and geology. Coastal villages. Wildlife and birdwatching.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Basis: Private tour.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Start / End:   City center Hotel or address. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Duration:      12 hours.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Vehicle:        01<sup>st</sup> Class.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Guide: English-speaking driver guide. Other languages on request.      </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Entrances:     Zodiac boat tour on the glacier</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Meals: None. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Physical activity level:      Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span>Wheelchair accessible: no</span><br /> <span>Tour can operate: morning and afternoon.</span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Notes: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span></span></span> Aurora Chase – 4,5 Hours <span><span>The northern lights are a truly spectacular natural phenomenon caused by the interaction of particles from the sun with the upper atmosphere near the Magnetic Pole. Our tour takes you to see this unique phenomenon from the best location possible on the day.</span></span><br /> <a name="_Hlk53064250"><span><span>The Northern Lights usually start showing up in the North. Although as the intensity increases, they can be seen further south. That is why the best places to see the Northern Lights in Iceland are those beaches, waterfalls or locations facing North. Many of them are a short drive from Reykjavik. You just need a clear sky, a place away from the light pollution. Although at times of high solar activity they can be widely visible even from the capital, our driver guide is an expert to find those best locations according to the forecast and chase the best sightings of the Green Lady. </span></span></a><br /> <span><span><span>,</span></span></span><strong><span><span><span><span>What to expect:</span></span></span></span></strong><span><span><span><span> Stunning scenery, insight into this rare and unique phenomenon. </span></span></span></span><strong><span><span><span><span>Northern Lights </span></span></span></span></strong><span><span><span><span>might be visible in the right weather conditions from late August to early April.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Basis: Private tour.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Start / End:   City center Hotel or address. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Duration:      4,5 hours.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Vehicle:        01<sup>st</sup> Class </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Guide: English-speaking driver guide. Other languages on request.      </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Entrances:     None.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Meals: None. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span>Physical activity Level:      Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span><br /> <span>Wheelchair accessible: no</span><br /> <span>Tour can operate: morning and afternoon.</span><span><span><span><span> </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Notes: Tour only available from late August until early April.</span></span></span></span> Food tour in Reykjavik – 3 hs <span><span><span><span>Experience the foodie side of the Icelandic capital! </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>On this food walking tour you will try the truly authentic food from Iceland and also get a nice orientation of Reykjavik city. </span></span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span><span>Some of the highlights of this tour are the visit of Reykjavik’s oldest restaurant, a stop at a gastropub, and of course, the possibility of trying a variety of local dishes. Among the specialties included in this tour, we can mention the special Lamb soup, the Unique Icelandic Lamb Hot dog, Lobster soup, and a Skyr Dessert.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>You also get tips on what to eat, drink and where to have fun for the rest of your stay in Reykjavik.</span></span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span><span>Basis: Private tour.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Duration:      3 hours walking tour.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Start / End:   Ingólfur Square/City Center.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Vehicle:        None. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Guide: English-speaking. Other languages on request.    </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Entrances:     None.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Meals: Tastings. Icelandic Traditional food is based on meat, fish and dairy, but other options may be available.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span background-attachment:="" background-clip:="" background-image:="" background-origin:="" background-position:="" background-repeat:="" background-size:="" font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span><span>Physical activity level:      Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span></span></span></span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <span>Wheelchair accessible: NO</span><br /> <span>Tour operates: morning, afternoon.</span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Notes: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes. This tour is not offered on public holidays.</span></span></span></span><br />   Walking tour in Reykjavik – 3,5 hs <span><span><span><span>Reykjavík is a city of bold contrasts. The capital of Iceland is small but cosmopolitan and small-town; vibrant and sophisticated; young-at-heart and yet full of history. In this tour you will walk around the city and discover the main sights. </span></span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span><span>Together with your local guide, you will pass by the Hallgímskirkja church, the highest and probably most iconic building in town, as well as the Dome Church, which is Reykjavik’s Lutheran Cathedral and the bishop’s place in Iceland. The Dome Church is located downtown, next to the Alþingi, house of parliament. </span></span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span><span>You will see other emblematic sites like the “Sun Voyager” sculpture created by Icelandic sculptor Jon Gunnar Arnason. This gleaming steel sculpture is located on Reykjavik’s splendid waterfront and resembles a Viking long-ship, the ‘Solfar’ or ‘Sun Voyager.’ You will also see the modern building Harpa, a cultural and social centre in the heart of the city, and the Old Harbour.</span></span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span><span>Basis: Private tour.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Duration:      3,5 hours walking tour. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Start / End:   City.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Vehicle:        None. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Guide: English-speaking. Other languages on request.    </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Entrances:     None.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Meals: None.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span background-attachment:="" background-clip:="" background-image:="" background-origin:="" background-position:="" background-repeat:="" background-size:="" font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span><span>Physical activity level:      Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span></span></span></span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <span>Wheelchair accessible: NO</span><br /> <span>Tour operates: morning, afternoon.</span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Notes: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span></span></span>	08/23/2024	08/23/2024
Reykjavik Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! Reykjavik - The Golden Circle - FD Tour <div> <p><span lang="EN-GB">Capture the ‘The Big Three’ on this classic excursion to Gullfoss Waterfall, Geysir Strokkur and Thingvellir National Park.</span></p> </div> <div>From Reykjavík you will drive over the Mosfellsheidi heath to beautiful Thingvellir National Park, a place of tremendous interest as a primary site of both Iceland’s geological and historical heritage. In 2004 the site of Thingvellir was inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. On this tour you get the opportunity to walk through the geological fault known as Almannagja - the place where Europe’s oldest national legislative assembly, the Icelandic Althing, was established in the year 930AD, and where it convened in grandiose surroundings every summer for nearly eight centuries. After your walk in Thingvellir, the tour continues over the Lyngdalsheidi heath into the fertile farmlands of the south, to visit the most beautiful waterfall of the country, Gullfoss. Nearby, you’ll also stop at the Geysir geothermal area with its multitude of hot springs, where the most active one, Strokkur, spouts every few minutes. Return to Reykjavik through the Grimsnes region.</div> <div></div> <div><strong>Tour Duration: </strong>7-8 hours</div> <div><strong>Tour can operate: </strong>Morning</div> <div><strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> Yes - however some rough grounds</div> <div><strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Moderate</div> <div><b>Included:</b> Private car with driver-guide <span>Pick up/drop off at the port. </span></div> <div><strong>Not Included:</strong> Meals<br /> <img alt="" src="https://bynder-public.s3.amazonaws.com/media/CB45056F-C6D2-4567-9C544C8463B36748/468/23F6A5E9-5CE2-4B41-9F1E5446696A122A/webimage-CC5F5637-CDCC-4424-B8CB08B82C314C1B.jpg" /> </div> <div></div> Reykjavik - Bathing in the Blue Lagoon - HD Tour <p>Here guests can enjoy a relaxing bathe in the surreal milky waters of Iceland’s most famous of geothermal Spas – The Blue Lagoon. So what exactly IS the Blue Lagoon? Well, it is Iceland's most unique and popular attraction. Guests will enjoy bathing and relaxing in Blue Lagoon geothermal seawater, known for its positive effects on the skin. A visit to the spa promotes harmony between body, mind and spirit, and enables one to soak away the stresses of modern life. The spa's guests rekindle their relationship with nature, soak up the scenic beauty and enjoy breathing the clean, fresh air. In addition to bathing in the lagoon guests have access to a sauna with a view of the lagoon, a sauna with white walls that resemble silica mud and a cozy steam bath carved into a lava cave. Of course, guests bathing in the milky waters of the lagoon have easy access to the famous white silica mud, an essential part of this ultimate in spa experiences.</p> <p><strong>Tour Duration: </strong>3-4 hours</p> <p><strong>Tour can operate: </strong>Morning or Afternoon</p> <p><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Yes</p> <p><strong>Physical Activy Level:</strong> Easy</p> <p><strong>Included:</strong> Private car with driver-guide,  Blue Lagoon Comfort Experience (entrance fee, towel rental, Silica Mud Mask, choice of one drink at the Lagoon.) <span>Pick up/drop off at the port. </span></p> <p><strong>Not Included: </strong>Meals<br /> <img alt="" src="https://bynder-public.s3.amazonaws.com/media/CB45056F-C6D2-4567-9C544C8463B36748/651/06DFBA7B-CD2D-4035-8E71808C655A1C00/webimage-954AFCC3-0335-4BB3-B09704662BE5EA8E.jpg" /></p> <p></p> Reykjavik - Langjökull Glacier & the Ice Tunnel <div><span><span>Experience Iceland's stunning natural topography in an exhilarating new way during this full-day, off-road adventure on the Langjökull Glacier. </span></span><span>Start out early morning on a four-wheel-drive tour into Reykjavík’s hinterland. We drive through the tunnel of Hvalfjordur to the Borgarfjordur area. Watch for the historical home of the famed Icelandic historian and law speaker Snorri Sturluson, author of </span><em>Snorra Edda</em><span>. Along the way you will see the lava waterfalls of Hraunfossar and Barnafoss. Turning off the paved road you will travel into the gravel desert of Kaldidalur to Langjökull glacier were your driver will drive out onto the icecap to the entrance of the ice tunnel. After about 50 minutes in the glacier our</span><span> return journey takes us through the Kaldidalur or “Cold Valley” which offers spectacular views of the surrounding glaciers and their imposing landscapes. Our last stop will be at Thingvellir, the most significant historical and geological site in Iceland where in 930 AD the Vikings formed Althingi - the oldest still-existing parliament in the world. In 2004 the site of Thingvellir was inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. We then drive directly from Thingvellir to Reykjavik.<br /> <strong>Wear/Bring:</strong> Warm clothes for cold weather, waterproof/warm coat and suitable footwear</span><br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong><span>11-12 hours</span></div> <div><span><span><strong>Tour can operate: </strong>Mornings </span></span></div> <div><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> No </span></span></div> <div><span><span><strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Moderate / Strenuous </span></span></div> <div><span><span><strong>Included: </strong>Transportation by private 4x4 super jeep with driver-guide. </span></span><span>Pick up/drop off at the port. </span></div> <div><span><span><strong>Not Included: </strong>Meals<br /> <br /> <img alt="" src="https://www.icelandtravel.is/_next/image/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ficetprodblue.wpengine.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2021%2F05%2FInto-the-glacier-3-scaled.jpg&w=1920&q=75" /></span></span></div> <div></div> Reykjavik Highlights - HD Tour <div> <div>Reykjavík is the world's most northerly capital, with more than one third of Iceland’s population.  Today Reykjavík is a modern city with a variety of restaurants, museums, galleries and theatres.  Visit the most important sights of the city, including the  Old Town, the city cathedral, Hallgrimskirkja church and the “Pearl” (no entrance fees included in this tour).<br /> <br /> Add ons:</div> <ul> <li><span><span>A <u>visit</u> to the open-air museum of Arbaer </span></span><span><span>Travel back to Reykjavik’s past with a visit to a fascinating collection of town and farm buildings from the last few centuries.    </span></span></li> <li><span><span>A <u>visit</u> to the Pearl vantage point. </span></span><span><span>The new Perlan is an exciting interactive exhibition about Iceland’s nature and geology.  Entrance includes the “Wonders of  Iceland Exhibit  (including Glaciers and Ice Cave) and the 360° Observation Deck.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Hallgrimskirkja Church </span></span><span><span>Climb the tower of this iconic church for a beautiful view over the city and sea.   (Tower access closed during church services and some events)</span></span></li> <li><span><span>A <u>visit</u> to the National museum </span></span><span><span>The National Museum of Iceland’s permanent exhibition, <em>Making of a Nation - Heritage and History in Iceland</em>, provides insight into the history of the Icelandic nation from the Norse Settlement to the present day. The exhibition includes about 2.000 objects.</span></span></li> </ul> <div><span><span><strong>Tour Duration:</strong> 3-4 hours</span></span></div> <div><span><span><strong>Tour can operate:</strong> Morning or Afternoon </span></span></div> <div><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> No - Arbaer museum is not accessible </span></span></div> <div><span><span><strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy </span></span></div> <div><span><span><strong>Included: </strong>Private car with driver-guide,  </span></span><span>Pick up/drop off at the port. </span></div> <div><span><span><strong>Not Included:</strong> Meals and entrance fees (optional)<br /> <img alt="" src="https://bynder-public.s3.amazonaws.com/media/CB45056F-C6D2-4567-9C544C8463B36748/157/BB676284-2009-4F29-97A82BA7DF0B8B91/webimage-57BDD595-EC1C-4061-BB7A887342859C82.jpg" /> </span></span></div> </div> <div></div> Blue Lagoon experience with transfers – 4 Hours <span><span>In the southwest corner of Iceland is the Reykjanes peninsula, less than 1-hour drive from the capital or 20-minute drive from Keflavik International Airport.</span></span><br /> <span><span>There the Mid-Atlantic Ridge comes ashore. The nature is magnificent. Various volcanic formations are found on Reykjanes Peninsula, such as mountains and hills chiefly made of volcanic tuff, large and small lava flows plus different types of volcanoes and volcanic edifices.</span></span> <span><span>The Reykjanes peninsula volcanic zone is a direct continuance of the North Atlantic Ridge that surfaces from the ocean at Reykjanes, and it is home to many important geological formations, some of which are utterly unique, including numerous types of volcanoes, naturally carved pools, craters, and geothermal pools. </span></span><br /> <span><span>Few things are cozier than relaxing in a hot pool in the middle of nature. Iceland has an abundance of easily accessible natural pools, but it is perhaps <strong>the Blue Lagoon</strong> the most spectacular of them all. </span></span><br /> <span><span>The Blue Lagoon was founded in 1992. Its specialty is the geothermal sea, which is two thirds of salt water and one third of fresh water. It is found at a depth of up to 2000 meters and is led by a pipe from the source to the lagoon where guests can enjoy it and relax. It is rich in minerals, silica, and algae, which is the basis of all skin products in the Blue Lagoon.</span></span><br /> <span><span>National Geographic has chosen the Blue Lagoon as one of the 25 wonders of the world. The Blue Lagoon has developed into an experience company based on spas, research and development, skin care, hotels, and restaurants</span></span><br /> <span><span>Treat yourself and experience it during your stay in Reykjavik. Alternatively, this is the ultimate way to unwind and chill after or prior a long-haul flight when you arrive of depart to / from Iceland. </span></span><br /> <strong><span><span><span><span>What to expect:</span></span></span></span></strong><span><span><span><span> Landmarks of natural wonders of the country, insight into geology, relaxation.   </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Basis: Private tour.</span></span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span><span>Start / End:   City center Hotel or address or Keflavik International Airport.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Duration:      4 hours.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Vehicle:        01<sup>st</sup> Class.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Guide: English-speaking driver guide. Other languages on request.      </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Entrances:     Comfort entrance to Blue Lagoon with use of the towel, mud mask and first drink at your choice.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Meals: None.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Physical activity level:      Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span>Wheelchair accessible: NO</span><br /> <span>Tour operates: morning, afternoon.</span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Notes: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span></span></span> Blue Lagoon & Reykjanes Peninsula – 8 Hours <span><span>In the southwest corner of Iceland is the Reykjanes peninsula, less than 1-hour drive from the capital or 20-minute drive from Keflavik International Airport.</span></span><br /> <span><span>Explore the Reykjanes peninsula and visit the <strong>Blue Lagoon</strong>. This geothermal area includes solfataras, fumaroles, mud pots and hot springs and sulphur was mined there early in the 18th century and then again in the 19th century. Gunnuhver is the largest mud geyser in Iceland, about 20 metres wide. <strong>Grindavik,</strong> the small fishing village with about 3000 inhabitants, has a long history, including when pirates from Morocco and Algeria arrived in the 17th century and took fifteen residents to sell as slaves. Additionally, we will take in the magnificent coastline and dramatic breaking waves by the Reykjanes lighthouse and “The Bridge Between the Continents” which connects the American and Eurasian tectonic plates.</span></span><br /> <span><span>Few things are cozier than relaxing in a hot pool in the middle of nature. Iceland has an abundance of easily accessible natural pools, but it is perhaps <strong>the Blue Lagoon</strong> the most spectacular of them all. </span></span><br /> <span><span>Treat yourself and experience it during your stay in Reykjavik. Alternatively, this is the ultimate way to unwind and chill after or prior a long-haul flight when you arrive of depart to / from Iceland.</span></span><br /> <span><span>,</span></span><br /> <strong><span><span><span><span>What to expect:</span></span></span></span></strong><span><span><span><span> Landmarks of natural wonders of the country, insight into local history and geology, relaxation. Coastal villages.</span></span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span><span>Basis: Private tour.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Start / End:   City center Hotel or address or Keflavik International Airport.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Duration:      8 hours.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Vehicle:        01<sup>st</sup> Class.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Guide: English-speaking driver guide. Other languages on request.      </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Entrances:     Comfort entrance to Blue Lagoon with use of the towel, mud mask and first drink at your choice.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Meals: None.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Physical activity level:      Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span>Wheelchair accessible: NO</span><br /> <span>Tour operates: morning, afternoon.</span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Notes: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span></span></span> Golden Circle Classic – 8 Hours <span><span>Iceland’s main attraction is the Golden Circle, it combines most of what Iceland has to offer, beautiful landscape, powerful geysers and the most magnificent waterfall. The highlights of the tour are Thingvellir National Park, the Geysir area and the Gullfoss waterfall.</span></span><br /> <span><span>This tour is designed to let you explore the highlights of Golden Circle route. We will show you sights that are not marked on a map, and only the locals know about. We will start the tour by heading to Þingvellir, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.</span></span><br /> <strong><span><span>Thingvellir</span></span></strong><span><span>, 50 km (31 miles) to the east of Reykjavík, is the national shrine of Iceland and its most historic site, and one of its most beautiful places. The oldest existing parliament in the world first met here in AD930. It has always been the focal point for the country, and whenever a major event is to be celebrated, thousands of people come here.</span></span><br /> <span><span>We continue the Golden Circle by heading to the famous <strong>Geysir </strong>geothermal area which is home to The Great Geysir and its active sidekick Strokkur! Although the original Geysir is not predictably active, its neighbour, Strokkur, will erupt every 5-7 minutes - so have your camera ready. </span></span><br /> <span><span>We then drive a few minutes down the road to the most famous part of the Golden Circle: <strong>Gullfoss</strong>, or “Golden Falls “. To stand at Gullfoss and bask in the beauty and the wonder of nature is an uplifting experience. One certainly feels energized after this tour and contact with stunning nature.</span></span><br /> <span><span>During the tour, a delicious lunch will be offered at the local geothermal tomato farm, a unique venue for a special lunch.</span></span><br /> <span><span>,</span></span><strong><span data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=""><span data-darkreader-inline-color=""><span><span>What to expect:</span></span></span></span></strong><span data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=""><span data-darkreader-inline-color=""><span><span> Stunning scenery, landmarks of the natural wonders of the country, insight into local history.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=""><span data-darkreader-inline-color=""><span><span>Basis: Private tour.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=""><span data-darkreader-inline-color=""><span><span>Start / End:   City center Hotel or address.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=""><span data-darkreader-inline-color=""><span><span>Duration:      8 hours.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=""><span data-darkreader-inline-color=""><span><span>Vehicle:        01<sup>st</sup> Class.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=""><span data-darkreader-inline-color=""><span><span>Guide: English-speaking driver guide. Other languages on request.      </span></span></span></span><br /> <span data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=""><span data-darkreader-inline-color=""><span><span>Entrances:     Greenhouse visit.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=""><span data-darkreader-inline-color=""><span><span>Meals: Lunch at Geothermal farm. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=""><span data-darkreader-inline-color=""><span><span>Physical activity level:      Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span data-darkreader-inline-color="">Wheelchair accessible: no</span><br data-darkreader-inline-color="" /> <span data-darkreader-inline-color="">Tour can operate: morning and afternoon.</span><br /> <span data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=""><span data-darkreader-inline-color=""><span><span>Notes: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span></span></span><br />   Golden Circle Classic and Aurora Chase – 10 Hours <span>This tour is designed to let you explore the highlights of Golden Circle route ending with a hunt of the Northern Lights. We will show you sights that are not marked on a map, and only the locals know about. We will start the tour by heading to Þingvellir, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.</span><br /> <strong><span><span>Thingvellir</span></span></strong><span><span>, 50 km (31 miles) to the east of Reykjavík, is the national shrine of Iceland and its most historic site, and one of its most beautiful places. The oldest existing parliament in the world first met here in AD930. It has always been the focal point for the country, and whenever a major event is to be celebrated, thousands of people come here.</span></span><br /> <span><span>We continue the Golden Circle by heading to the famous <strong>Geysir </strong>geothermal area which is home to The Great Geysir and its active sidekick Strokkur! Although the original Geysir is not predictably active, its neighbor, Strokkur, will erupt every 5-7 minutes - so have your camera ready. </span></span><br /> <span><span>We then drive a few minutes down the road to the most famous part of the Golden Circle: <strong>Gullfoss</strong>, or “Golden Falls “. To stand at Gullfoss and bask in the beauty and the wonder of nature is an uplifting experience. One certainly feels energized after this tour and contact with stunning nature.</span></span><br /> <span><span>Before chasing the lights, it will be possible to have a light dinner in a local restaurant.</span></span><br /> <span><span>The Northern Lights usually start showing up in the North. Although as the intensity increases, they can be seen further south. That is why the best places to see the Northern Lights in Iceland are those beaches, waterfalls or locations facing North. Many of them are a short drive from Reykjavik. You just need a clear sky, a place away from the light pollution. Our driver guide is an expert to find those best locations according to the forecast and chase the best sightings of the Green Lady.</span></span><br /> <span><span><span>,</span></span></span><strong><span><span><span><span>What to expect:</span></span></span></span></strong><span><span><span><span> Stunning scenery, landmarks of the natural wonders of the country, insight into local history. </span></span></span></span><strong><span><span><span><span>Auroras </span></span></span></span></strong><span><span><span><span>might be visible in the right weather conditions from late August to early April.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Basis: Private tour.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Start / End:   City center Hotel or address. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Duration:      10  hours.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Vehicle:        01<sup>st</sup> Class.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Guide: English-speaking driver guide. Other languages on request.      </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Entrances:     None.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Meals: Icelandic Soup. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Difficulty:      Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Notes: Tour only available from late August until early April.</span></span></span></span> South Shore Adventure – 10 Hours <span><span>We take you along the south coast of Iceland, one of the country’s most scenic regions, as far as Vík, a charming village surrounded by high beautiful bird cliffs.</span></span><br /> <span><span>Among the stops on this tour are at the gorgeous Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls, the Reynisfjara black sand beach, Dyrhólaey and Vik..</span></span><br /> <span><span>Driving through Vatnajökull National Park, established in 2008 covers 14,1% of Iceland and ranks as Europe's second largest. The unique qualities of Vatnajökull National Park are primarily its great variety of landscape features, created by the combined forces of rivers, glacial ice, and volcanic and geothermal activity. Vatnajökull is Europe's largest glacier.</span></span><br /> <span><span>The south side of Vatnajökull is characterized by many high, majestic mountain ridges, with outlet glaciers descending between them onto the lowlands. Sheltered by the high ice, the vegetated oasis of Skaftafell overlooks the black sands deposited to its west by the river Skeiðará.</span></span><br /> <span><span>Dyrhólaey is a 120-metre high promontory, not far from Vík. The place got its name from the massive arch that the sea has eroded from the headland. (The name literally means "door-hole"). There are also amazing rock formations all along the Birdlife here is abundant, with puffins and eider ducks being the most common species in the area. The lighthouse on the top of the cliff stands impressive and stoic in this often very windy area.</span></span><br /> <strong><span><span><span><span>What to expect:</span></span></span></span></strong><span><span><span><span> Stunning scenery, landmarks of the natural wonders of the country, insight into local history and geology. Coastal villages.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Basis: Private tour.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Start / End:   City center Hotel or address. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Duration:      10 hours.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Vehicle:        01<sup>st</sup> Class.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Guide: English-speaking driver guide. Other languages on request.      </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Entrances:     None.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Meals: None. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Physical activity level:      Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span>Wheelchair accessible: no</span><br /> <span>Tour can operate: morning and afternoon.</span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Notes: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span></span></span> South Shore including Jökulsárlón – 12 Hours <img align="right" height="232" hspace="12" src="file:///C:/Users/FLOREN~1/AppData/Local/Temp/msohtmlclip1/01/clip_image002.png" width="" /><span><span>We take you along the south coast of Iceland, one of the country’s most scenic regions, as far as Jökulsárlón and its Glacier lagoon. </span></span><br /> <span><span>Among the stops on this tour are at the gorgeous Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls, the Reynisfjara black sand beach, <strong>Vik,</strong> Dyrhólaey promontory and Jökulsárlón Glacier lagoon.</span></span><br /> <span><span>Driving through <strong>Vatnajökull National Park</strong>, established in 2008 covers 14,1% of Iceland and ranks as Europe's second largest. The unique qualities of Vatnajökull National Park are primarily its great variety of landscape features, created by the combined forces of rivers, glacial ice, and volcanic and geothermal activity. Vatnajökull is Europe's largest glacier.</span></span><br /> <span><span>The south side of Vatnajökull is characterized by many high, majestic mountain ridges, with outlet glaciers descending between them onto the lowlands. Sheltered by the high ice, the vegetated oasis of Skaftafell overlooks the black sands deposited to its west by the river Skeiðará.</span></span><br /> <strong><span><span>Dyrhólaey</span></span></strong><span><span> is a 120-metre high promontory, not far from Vík. The place got its name from the massive arch that the sea has eroded from the headland. There are also amazing rock formations all along the Birdlife here is abundant, with puffins and eider ducks being the most common species in the area. The lighthouse on the top of the cliff stands impressive and stoic in this often very windy area. </span></span><br /> <strong><span><span>Jökulsárlón </span></span></strong><span><span>has been a part of the Vatnajökull National Park since 1017. The <strong>Glacier lagoon</strong> is open to the sea and so contains a mixture of salt and freshwater, giving it a unique blue-green color. There are hundreds of seals here in the winter and the lagoon supports many species of fish including krill, herring, trout and, occasionally, salmon. During the excursion you sail among the huge icebergs in the picturesque scenery of Jökulsárlón.</span></span><br /> <span><span>When possible the Zodiac goes almost all the way up to the glacier (as close as safe).</span></span><br /> <strong><span><span><span><span>What to expect:</span></span></span></span></strong><span><span><span><span> Stunning scenery, landmarks of the natural wonders of the country, insight into local history and geology. Coastal villages. Wildlife and birdwatching.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Basis: Private tour.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Start / End:   City center Hotel or address. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Duration:      12 hours.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Vehicle:        01<sup>st</sup> Class.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Guide: English-speaking driver guide. Other languages on request.      </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Entrances:     Zodiac boat tour on the glacier</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Meals: None. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Physical activity level:      Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span>Wheelchair accessible: no</span><br /> <span>Tour can operate: morning and afternoon.</span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Notes: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span></span></span> Aurora Chase – 4,5 Hours <span><span>The northern lights are a truly spectacular natural phenomenon caused by the interaction of particles from the sun with the upper atmosphere near the Magnetic Pole. Our tour takes you to see this unique phenomenon from the best location possible on the day.</span></span><br /> <a name="_Hlk53064250"><span><span>The Northern Lights usually start showing up in the North. Although as the intensity increases, they can be seen further south. That is why the best places to see the Northern Lights in Iceland are those beaches, waterfalls or locations facing North. Many of them are a short drive from Reykjavik. You just need a clear sky, a place away from the light pollution. Although at times of high solar activity they can be widely visible even from the capital, our driver guide is an expert to find those best locations according to the forecast and chase the best sightings of the Green Lady. </span></span></a><br /> <span><span><span>,</span></span></span><strong><span><span><span><span>What to expect:</span></span></span></span></strong><span><span><span><span> Stunning scenery, insight into this rare and unique phenomenon. </span></span></span></span><strong><span><span><span><span>Northern Lights </span></span></span></span></strong><span><span><span><span>might be visible in the right weather conditions from late August to early April.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Basis: Private tour.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Start / End:   City center Hotel or address. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Duration:      4,5 hours.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Vehicle:        01<sup>st</sup> Class </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Guide: English-speaking driver guide. Other languages on request.      </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Entrances:     None.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Meals: None. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span>Physical activity Level:      Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span><br /> <span>Wheelchair accessible: no</span><br /> <span>Tour can operate: morning and afternoon.</span><span><span><span><span> </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Notes: Tour only available from late August until early April.</span></span></span></span> Food tour in Reykjavik – 3 hs <span><span><span><span>Experience the foodie side of the Icelandic capital! </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>On this food walking tour you will try the truly authentic food from Iceland and also get a nice orientation of Reykjavik city. </span></span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span><span>Some of the highlights of this tour are the visit of Reykjavik’s oldest restaurant, a stop at a gastropub, and of course, the possibility of trying a variety of local dishes. Among the specialties included in this tour, we can mention the special Lamb soup, the Unique Icelandic Lamb Hot dog, Lobster soup, and a Skyr Dessert.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>You also get tips on what to eat, drink and where to have fun for the rest of your stay in Reykjavik.</span></span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span><span>Basis: Private tour.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Duration:      3 hours walking tour.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Start / End:   Ingólfur Square/City Center.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Vehicle:        None. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Guide: English-speaking. Other languages on request.    </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Entrances:     None.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Meals: Tastings. Icelandic Traditional food is based on meat, fish and dairy, but other options may be available.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span background-attachment:="" background-clip:="" background-image:="" background-origin:="" background-position:="" background-repeat:="" background-size:="" font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span><span>Physical activity level:      Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span></span></span></span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <span>Wheelchair accessible: NO</span><br /> <span>Tour operates: morning, afternoon.</span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Notes: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes. This tour is not offered on public holidays.</span></span></span></span><br />   Walking tour in Reykjavik – 3,5 hs <span><span><span><span>Reykjavík is a city of bold contrasts. The capital of Iceland is small but cosmopolitan and small-town; vibrant and sophisticated; young-at-heart and yet full of history. In this tour you will walk around the city and discover the main sights. </span></span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span><span>Together with your local guide, you will pass by the Hallgímskirkja church, the highest and probably most iconic building in town, as well as the Dome Church, which is Reykjavik’s Lutheran Cathedral and the bishop’s place in Iceland. The Dome Church is located downtown, next to the Alþingi, house of parliament. </span></span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span><span>You will see other emblematic sites like the “Sun Voyager” sculpture created by Icelandic sculptor Jon Gunnar Arnason. This gleaming steel sculpture is located on Reykjavik’s splendid waterfront and resembles a Viking long-ship, the ‘Solfar’ or ‘Sun Voyager.’ You will also see the modern building Harpa, a cultural and social centre in the heart of the city, and the Old Harbour.</span></span></span></span><br />  <br /> <span><span><span><span>Basis: Private tour.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Duration:      3,5 hours walking tour. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Start / End:   City.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Vehicle:        None. </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Guide: English-speaking. Other languages on request.    </span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Entrances:     None.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Meals: None.</span></span></span></span><br /> <span background-attachment:="" background-clip:="" background-image:="" background-origin:="" background-position:="" background-repeat:="" background-size:="" font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span><span>Physical activity level:      Grade Easy. Walking required over uneven surfaces.</span></span></span></span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" /> <span>Wheelchair accessible: NO</span><br /> <span>Tour operates: morning, afternoon.</span><br /> <span><span><span><span>Notes: Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes.</span></span></span></span>	08/24/2024	08/24/2024
At Sea	08/25/2024	08/25/2024
Qaqortoq	08/26/2024	08/26/2024
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Nuuk	08/28/2024	08/28/2024
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New York City Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! New York City: Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island <span><span><strong><span>Statue of Liberty</span></strong><br /> <span>The Statue of Liberty was a gift of international friendship from the people of France to the people of the United States.  It is one of the most universal symbols of political freedom and democracy.  The views of the Statue from the water are breathtaking and reminiscent of what immigrants first saw entering New York Harbor.</span><br /> <br /> <strong><span>Ellis Island</span></strong><br /> <span>Ellis Island opened in 1892 and was the entry point for European immigrants for more than 60 years.  Twelve million people passed through the halls that are now the historical Ellis Island Immigration Museum.  Walk through the Great Hall as the new Americans once did – ancestors of more than half of the US population.  You can search for your family surname on the American Immigrant wall of Honor.  With over 600,000 entries, it is the longest wall of names in the world.<br /> <br /> <img alt="" src="https://www.signaturetravelnetwork.com/images/mckann/4317%20SOL%20&%20Ellis%20Island%20-%20Collage.jpg" /></span></span></span> <table border="" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"> <tbody> <tr> <td><span><span> <br /> <strong><u>Included:</u></strong></span></span></td> <td><span><span> <br /> <strong><u>Not Included:</u></strong></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td> <ul> <li><span><span>English speaking tour guide</span></span></li> </ul> <ul> <li><span><span>Driver, Vehicle, Driver Gratuity</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Ferry tickets</span></span></li> <li><span><span>24-Hour Emergency Phone Number</span></span></li> </ul> </td> <td> <ul> <li><span><span>Guide gratuity</span></span></li> </ul> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> New York City: Private Walking Tour of Central Park - 4 Hours <img alt="Private Walking Tour of Central Park" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/private-walking-tour-of-central-park.jpg" /><br /> <span><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong></span><br /> <br /> Where else can you see a castle, a sled dog, Alice in Wonderland, a pair of hawks, and a 4,000-year-old obelisk from Egypt in one place? You guessed it: Central Park is more than just a green space in the middle of Manhattan Island; it is an 843-acre oasis 150 years in the making and a favorite retreat for New Yorkers of all walks of life. An essential part of the urban landscape, Central Park is something that no New Yorker could live without. It fits into the Manhattan environment so naturally that many people never realize it is entirely man-made. Follow your guide on the winding paths and over the bridges and through the tunnels, and learn how the architects Olmsted and Vaux created New York’s “backyard.”</span></span> <ul> <li><span><span>4-hours with a private tour guide</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Meet your guide at your hotel or a custom location near Central Park. Experience Central by foot with your savvy local guide explaining the sites and telling stories to make the park come to life, and providing local insider tips.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Along the way, you may also see: The Upper West Side, the Upper East Side, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Museum of Natural History, Columbus Circle (indoor entrance tickets are not included for any locations).</span></span></li> <li><span><span>We can customize the tour and stops to fit your needs upon request.</span></span></li> </ul> <span><span><span>Tour Duration: </span>Four (4) Hours<br /> <br /> <span>Tour Can Operate:</span> </span></span> <ul> <li><span><span>The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>The recommended start time for this tour is between 7 am and 3 pm. In the spring and summer months, later start times can be accommodated.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7-days a week.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>The ideal seasons for this tour are the spring and fall due to comfortable temperatures for walking and being outdoors and foliage/horticulture in the park.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></li> </ul> <span><span><span>Wheelchair Accessible:</span> No<br /> <br /> <span>Physical Activity Level:</span> Light<br /> <br /> <span>Inclusions:</span> </span></span> <div></div> <div></div> <ul> <li><span><span>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Flexible Timing to fit your schedule</span></span></li> <li><span><span>This walking tour can accommodate up to 15 guests</span></span></li> <li><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></li> </ul> <span><span><span>Not Included:</span></span></span> <ul> <li><span><span>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</span></span></li> </ul> New York City: One World Observatory and 9/11 Memorial & Museum Private Tour - 4 Hours <div><span><span>Your private guide will take you to the 9/11 Memorial, a national tribute of remembrance and honor to those who perished in the attacks of September 11, 2001 and February 26, 1993. You will also explore the National September 11 Museum, the principal institution concerned with exploring the implications of the events of 9/11. </span></span></div>   <div><span><span>Now on the site is One World Trade and your tour will end by ascending to the top and experiencing One World Observatory. Look towards the horizon and feel the city’s invincible spirit. Take the iconic sights, surrounding waters, panoramic views of the skyline, and beyond from the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere. </span></span></div>   <div><span><span>Please note that this tour is for parties of four or less.<br /> <br /> <img alt="" src="https://www.signaturetravelnetwork.com/images/mckann/4322%20911%20+%20OWO%20-%20Collage.jpg" /></span></span><br />  </div> <table border="" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"> <tbody> <tr> <td> <br /> <strong><u><span><span>Included:</span></span></u></strong></td> <td> <br /> <strong><u><span><span>Not Included:</span></span></u></strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td> <ul> <li><span><span>English speaking tour guide</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Driver, Vehicle, Driver gratuity</span></span></li> </ul> <ul> <li><span><span>24-Hour Emergency Phone Number</span></span></li> </ul> </td> <td> <ul> <li><span><span>Guide gratuity</span></span></li> </ul> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> New York City: Brooklyn Essential Walking Tour - 4 Hours <p><span><strong><img alt="Brooklyn Essential Walking Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Brooklyn-Essential-Walking-Tour.jpg" /><br /> <br /> <br /> Highlights:</strong></span><br /> <br /> Brooklyn Bridge - Opened in 1883 after thirteen years of construction and was built across the East River to connect Manhattan with the then-rural city of Brooklyn. From the beginning, the bridge’s designer, John A. Roebling, planned not just a structure of convenience, but a great work of art that would stand the test of time. The Brooklyn Bridge is a fully accessible bridge, with a center lane above traffic open to bicycle and pedestrian traffic. Your fully guided tour takes you on a walk across the Brooklyn Bridge; a walk taken every day by commuters and tourists, and during times of crisis, such as after the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center on 9/11. Brooklyn Heights- One of the best-kept secrets of the City of New York is Brooklyn Heights, a beautiful district in Brooklyn. Some historians call it one of the first suburbs in the United States. Brooklyn Heights is unique as it radiates a hometown atmosphere while situated right next door to one of the most recognizable cityscapes in the world. In 1964, Brooklyn Heights was the first area designated as a New York City Historic District. You will understand why as you see Federal style homes built in the 1820s, brick and brownstone homes from the 1830s and 1840s, and two Italianate mansions that overlook Pierrepont Street. DUMBO- DUMBO’s name is an acronym for Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass, and the span gives the creatively oriented neighborhood much of its character—as do cobblestone streets and dramatic architecture left over from its industrial days. Today, DUMBO features art galleries, independent bookshops, boutiques, confectionaries, and waterfront parks where locals and tourists thrive. DUMBO offers some of the best photo ops including the Empire State Building framed by the Manhattan Bridge.</p> <ul> <li>4-Hours with a private guide.<br />  </li> <li>Guests will walk across the Brooklyn Bridge from the Manhattan side where they will learn the history and view the spectacular skyline. Guests will then venture into Brooklyn Heights which is a posh residential area filled with elegant brownstones. Here, guests will learn about the culture and the history of the area which is often referred to as the first suburb in the United States. Guests will also visit the waterfront park before heading to DUMBO and then back to Manhattan.<br />  </li> <li>During the tour you may also see: Dumbo Art Galleries, views of Lady Liberty, Manhattan Bridge and Empire State Building (indoor entrance tickets are not included for any locations).</li> <li> <p>All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.</p> </li> <li>We can customize the tour and stops to fit your needs upon request.</li> </ul> <p><span>Tour Duration: </span>Four (4) Hours<br /> <br /> <span>Tour Can Operate:</span> </p> <ul> <li> <p>The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</p> </li> <li> <p>This tour is offered all year round, 7-days a week.</p> </li> </ul> <p><span>Wheelchair Accessible:</span> No<br /> <br /> <span>Physical Activity Level:</span> Light<br /> <br /> <span>Inclusions:</span> </p> <p></p> <p></p> <ul> <li>Experience the Best of Brooklyn on foot and receive local tips from your savvy local guide</li> <li> <p>Guide's gratuity is not included</p> </li> <li>24-hour support phone number</li> </ul> <p><span>Not Included:</span></p> <ul> <li> <p>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</p> </li> </ul> New York City: SoHo <span><span><span>Like most of the developing city in the early years, SoHo (which stands for South of Houston Street – and by the way, it’s pronounced How-ston) started as a small village.  Over time, the neighborhood went from the wealthiest, to the most industrial, to a slum called “Hell’s 100 acres.”  Now it is back to trendy again.  SoHo is one of the most stylish neighborhoods in New York City, with clues of its past around every corner.  Several of its cast iron buildings built in the mid-1800s still stand.  As you explore the area, you will get the feel of its many cobblestone streets.  When artists arrived in SoHo in the 1970s, they began the revival of the neighborhood.  You’ll visit two of SoHo’s famed art galleries, including the <strong>Earth Room</strong>.  Next to SoHo is NoLIta – which is Northern Little Italy.  The area is home to the old <strong>St. Patrick’s Cathedral</strong>.  One story in particular your guide will impart is the 1799 murder of Elma Sands, the “Ghost of Spring Street.”</span></span></span><br /> <br /> <img alt="" src="https://www.signaturetravelnetwork.com/images/mckann/4339%20Soho%20-%20Collage.jpg" /><br />   <table border="" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"> <tbody> <tr> <td> <br /> <strong><u><span><span>Included:</span></span></u></strong></td> <td> <br /> <strong><u><span><span>Not Included:</span></span></u></strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td> <ul> <li><span><span>English speaking tour guide</span></span></li> <li><span><span>24-Hour Emergency Phone Number</span></span></li> </ul> </td> <td> <ul> <li><span><span>Transportation can be added</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Guide gratuity</span></span></li> </ul> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> New York City: Private Bike Tour of Central Park <table border="" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"> <tbody> <tr> <td colspan="2"><span><span>What could be better than a guided bike ride in Central Park, the first landscaped public park in the USA?  Your guide, a city-licensed professional, rides alongside you and shows you all that the park has to offer: Bethesda Fountain, hidden waterfalls, cast-iron bridges, movie scenes, celebrity homes, and skyscrapers, all while passing beneath many of the park’s 26,000 trees.  You’ll learn the history of New York City, told in terms of the development of the city and its parks.  You’ll bike right up to Strawberry Fields, the memorial to the life of John Lennon, to see the famous building where he lived, and much more! <br /> <br /> <img alt="" src="https://www.signaturetravelnetwork.com/images/mckann/4344%20Bike%20Tour%20in%20CP%20-%20Collage.jpg" /></span></span><br />  </td> </tr> <tr> <td> <br /> <strong><u><span><span>Included:</span></span></u></strong></td> <td> <br /> <strong><u><span><span>Not Included:</span></span></u></strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td> <ul> <li><span><span>English speaking licensed tour guide</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Comfort hybrid bike and helmet</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Bike lock & bike basket</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Bottle of water</span></span></li> <li><span><span>24-Hour Emergency Phone Number</span></span></li> </ul> </td> <td> <ul> <li><span><span>Guide gratuity</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Transportation can be added</span></span></li> </ul> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> New York City: The Origins of NYC Sightseeing Program <span><span>New York </span></span><span><span><span>traces its rich history to Lower Manhattan, the meeting point of the Hudson River and the East River.  Originally named Nieuw (New) Amsterdam, New York City began as a small Dutch settlement in what is now known as Lower Manhattan.  Broadway, which was then called Heere Straat (Gentleman Street), was nothing but a small road.  Wall Street actually had a wall back in 1653 to protect the settlers from attacks.  As the city grew, so did the nation.  New York was the first capital of the United States and the spot where George Washington was inaugurated is marked by his statue.  Over the years, Lower Manhattan has become the financial capital of the world.  Today, the streets are teeming with people and filled with stories of New York’s past, present, and future.  As you explore Lower Manhattan with your guide, you’ll see the <strong>9/11 Memorial</strong>, <strong>St. Paul’s Chapel</strong>, <strong>Battery Park</strong>, and <strong>Trinity Church</strong> as you learn about the history of the Native Americans, Dutch, and English.</span></span></span> <br /> <br /> <img alt="" src="https://www.signaturetravelnetwork.com/images/mckann/4348%20Origins%20of%20NYC_891C3738-B4B5-2F64-66BAFB655E5ACFB4.jpg" /> <table border="" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"> <tbody> <tr> <td> <br /> <strong><u><span><span>Included:</span></span></u></strong></td> <td> <br /> <strong><u><span><span>Not Included:</span></span></u></strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td> <ul> <li><span><span>English speaking tour guide</span></span></li> </ul> <ul> <li><span><span>24-Hour Emergency Phone Number</span></span></li> </ul> </td> <td> <ul> <li><span><span>Transportation can be added</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Guide gratuity</span></span></li> </ul> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> New York City: A Cultural Walk Through Little Italy and Chinatown - 4 Hours <img alt="" src="https://www.signaturetravelnetwork.com/images/mckann/4354%20A%20Cultural%20Walk%20Through%20Little%20Italy%20and%20Chinatown.jpg" /> <p><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> There are numerous ethnic groups in New York City, but only two have neighborhoods named after them: one is Little Italy, and the other is Chinatown. Little Italy was formed in the late 1800s as millions of Italian immigrants streamed into the United States. And although nowadays you do not hear much Italian on the street, there are still old school establishments that carry on the traditions. Chinatown on the other hand is still growing and when you enter it, it is like being transported to another country. All the signs are in Chinese, the languages spoken are all dialects of Chinese, the produce and food shops sell many items you will not recognize. It is a submersion into another culture. Join your guide on this walking tour and find out what is below the surface that makes both these neighborhoods even more unique and intriguing.</p> <ul> <li>Meet your guide on the corner of Lafayette and Broome Street in Little Italy.<br />  </li> <li>Walk the neighborhood including Mulberry Street, Mott Street, Canal Street, Five Points, Mahayana Buddhist Temple, Columbus Park, Chatham Square, First Shearith Israel Graveyard.<br />  </li> <li> <p>All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.</p> </li> <li>We can customize the tour and stops to fit your needs upon request.</li> </ul> <p><span>Tour Duration: </span>Four (4) Hours<br /> <br /> <span>Tour Can Operate:</span> </p> <ul> <li> <p>The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</p> </li> <li> <p>This tour is offered all year round, 7-days a week.</p> </li> </ul> <p><span>Wheelchair Accessible:</span> No<br /> <br /> <span>Physical Activity Level:</span> Light<br /> <br /> <span>Inclusions:</span> </p> <ul> <li> <p>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide</p> </li> <li> <p>Flexible timing </p> </li> <li> <p>Driver gratuity included (guide gratuity is not included)</p> </li> <li>24-hour support phone number</li> </ul> <p><span>Not Included:</span></p> <ul> <li> <p>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</p> </li> </ul> <div></div> New York City: Private NYC Pizza and Gelato Challenge - 4 Hours <img alt="Private NYC Pizza and Gelato Challenge" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/NYC-Private-Pizza-and-Gelato-Challenge.jpg" /> <div font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span><span>Highlights:</span><br /> <br /> Ciao Bella! Like pizza and love gelato? Then, this tour is for you! Experience three different downtown neighborhoods (South Village, West Village and Union Square) as you sample pizza from three (3) different slice joints/sit down pizzerias, rating them as you go. Learn about the history of pizza in NYC and what goes into making the finest pizza. For dessert, you will compare the offerings at two (2) different gelateries, discuss how gelato is made, and learn why it’s so different from American ice cream. You’ll use a scoring sheet, rating the pizza based on visual appeal, crust, sauce/topping and overall enjoyment. Gelato will be rated on case appeal, flavors offered, portion size/value ratio, flavor, texture and overall pleasure. What a great and yummy way to play a food critic!<br /> <br /> Your guide is a well-respected culinary historian, cookbook author and culinary educator with a specialty in fine chocolate and other artisanal foods. Her accolades include a certificate of outstanding achievement from The James Beard Foundation and a book award from The International Association of Culinary Professionals. From Jacques Pepin to Julia Child, Thomas Keller, Jacques Torres, Daniel Boulud and Padma Lakshmi, she has worked with the most distinguished culinary talent.</span></span></div> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li><span><span>4-hours with a private tour guide.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Meet your guide at the Arch at Washington Square Park where you will see the statue of Garibaldi and learn about the Italian immigrants in NYC.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>You’ll stop at three (3) different pizza joints and two (2) gelateries including Joe’s Pizza or Bleecker St Pizza, Rivoli Pizza, Ribalta (sit-down restaurant), Venchi and Amorino, rating each tasting as you go.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Along the way, you will learn about the different ethnic neighborhoods.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>We can customize the tour and stops to fit your needs upon request.</span></span></li> </ul> <div font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span><span>Tour Duration:  4 </span>Hours<br /> <br /> <span>Tour Can Operate:</span> </span></span></div> <ul> <li><span><span>This tour can begin any time between 11:30am and 3:00pm during summer hours and between 11:30 am and 2:00pm during winter hours.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, Thursdays thru Sundays only.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>The ideal seasons for this tour are the spring and fall due to comfortable temperatures for walking and being outdoors.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></li> </ul> <div font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span><span>Wheelchair Accessible:</span> No<br /> <br /> <span>Physical Activity Level:</span> Light<br /> <br /> <span>Inclusions:</span> </span></span></div> <div font-size:="" sans="" source=""></div> <div font-size:="" sans="" source=""></div> <ul> <li><span><span>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local culinary specialist guide.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Food tastings are included.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Flexible Timing to fit your schedule.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>This walking/food tour can accommodate up to 8 guests.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></li> </ul> <div> <div font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span><span>Exclusions:</span><span> </span></span></span></div> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li> <div><span><span>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included.</span></span></div> </li> </ul> </div> New York City: Private Cupcake Tasting Tour - 4 Hours <p font-size:="" sans="" source=""></p> <div font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span><img alt="Private Cupcake Tasting Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Private-Cupcake-Tasting-Tour.jpg" /><br /> <br /> Highlights:</span></span></div> <div font-size:="" sans="" source=""><br /> <span>Since their creation, cupcakes have become a pop culture trend in the culinary world. In the early 21st century, a trend for cupcake shops, known as cupcakeries, which are specialized bakeries that sell little or nothing except cupcakes, developed in the United States, playing off the sense of nostalgia evoked by the cakes. There are dozens of upscale bakeries in New York City. Shops like Magnolia Bakery gained publicity in their appearance on popular television shows like Sex and the City. On the tour, you will taste and rate your way through some of the city's best cupcakes, ranking them on presentation, frosting quality/style, and moistness/crumb density. Learn about trends in the cupcake world, visit a commercial kitchen, and learn about the cupcake's unlikely origins.<br /> <br /> Your guide is a well-respected culinary historian, cookbook author and culinary educator with a specialty in fine chocolate and other artisanal foods. Her accolades include a certificate of outstanding achievement from The James Beard Foundation and a book award from The International Association of Culinary Professionals. From Jacques Pepin to Julia Child, Thomas Keller, Jacques Torres, Daniel Boulud and Padma Lakshmi, she has worked with the most distinguished culinary talent.</span></div>   <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li><span>4-hours with a private tour guide</span><br />  </li> <li><span>Meet your guide at the Arch at Washington Square Park (Washington Square North)</span><br />  </li> <li><span>You’ll stop at four (4) trendy bake shops for a taste and learn about the neighborhood along the way.</span><br />  </li> <li> <div><span>All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.</span></div> </li> <li><span>We can customize the tour and stops to fit your needs upon request.</span></li> </ul> <div></div> <div font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span>Tour Duration: </span>Three (3) Hours<br /> <br /> <span>Tour Can Operate:</span> </span></div> <ul> <li><span>The starting time and date of the tour is between 10:00am and 3:00pm</span></li> <li><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7-days a week (Mondays are typically avoided due to bakery hours)</span><br />  </li> <li><span>The ideal seasons for this tour are the spring and fall due to comfortable temperatures for walking and being outdoors.</span></li> </ul> <div font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span>Wheelchair Accessible:</span> No<br /> <br /> <span>Physical Activity Level:</span> Light<br /> <br /> <span>Inclusions:</span> </span></div> <div font-size:="" sans="" source=""></div> <div font-size:="" sans="" source=""></div> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li><span>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local culinary specialist guide</span><br />  </li> <li><span>Food tastings are included</span><br />  </li> <li><span>Flexible timing to fit your schedule</span><br />  </li> <li><span>24-hour support phone number</span></li> </ul> <div font-size:="" sans="" source=""><br /> <span><span>Not Included:</span></span></div> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li> <div><span>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</span></div> </li> </ul> New York City: Treasures of the MET - 2 Hours <p font-size:="" sans="" source=""></p> <div font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span><span><img alt="Treasures of the MET" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Treasures-of-the-MET.jpg" /></span></span></span></div> <p font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span>Highlights:</span><br /> <br /> This tour introduces visitors to the most important works in the permanent collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art such as the outstanding collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings including works by Van Gogh, Monet, Renoir and Degas, the inspiring American Wing featuring the iconic painting of Washington Crossing the Delaware and spectacular examples of Tiffany stained glass, the extraordinary sculpture of the ancient Greeks, the world of Ancient Egypt including the Temple of Dendur, and much more.</span></p> <p font-size:="" sans="" source=""></p> <p font-size:="" sans="" source=""></p> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li> <p><span>2-hours with a private art specialist tour guide.</span></p> </li> </ul> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li> <p><span>Meet your guide at the main entrance of the Museum to begin your experience. Your guide will take you through the permanent collection with commentary along the way. Your guide is a true expert that will make the museum come to life and be able to answer your questions in depth.</span></p> </li> </ul> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li> <p><span>All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.</span></p> </li> <li> <p><span>We can customize the tour and stops to fit your needs upon request.</span></p> </li> </ul> <p font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span>Tour Duration: </span>2 Hours<br /> <br /> <span>Tour Can Operate:</span> </span></p> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li> <p><span>The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></p> </li> <li> <p><span>The start time of this tour can be between 1:001am and 2:00pm. The MET closes at 5:00pm midweek.</span></p> </li> </ul> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li> <p><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7-days a week (currently the museum is closed on Wednesdays and major holidays).</span></p> </li> </ul> <p font-size:="" sans="" source=""><br /> <span><span>Wheelchair Accessible:</span> No<br /> <br /> <span>Physical Activity Level:</span> Light<br /> <br /> <span>Inclusions:</span> </span></p> <p font-size:="" sans="" source=""></p> <p font-size:="" sans="" source=""></p> <p font-size:="" sans="" source=""></p> <p font-size:="" sans="" source=""></p> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li> <p><span>Experience this iconic museum with your savvy art specialist guide</span></p> </li> </ul> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li> <p><span>Flexible Timing to fit your schedule</span></p> </li> </ul> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li> <p><span>This private tour can accommodate up to 15 guests</span></p> </li> <li> <p><span>Admission to the Metropolitan Museum of Art</span></p> </li> <li> <p><span>24-hour support phone number</span></p> </li> </ul> <div 0px="" font-size:="" margin:="" sans="" source=""> <p><span><span>Exclusions:</span><span> </span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</span></p> </li> </ul> </div> New York City: Home Alone 2: Christmas in New York Private Tour - 5 Hours <img alt="Home Alone 2: Christmas in New York Private Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Home-Alone-2-Christmas-in-New-York-Private-Tour-162-1.jpg" /> <p font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span><span>Highlights:</span></span></span><br /> <br /> <span>Prepare to unleash your inner Kevin McAllister in the heart of NYC on an exclusive private tour that takes you into the world of the iconic holiday film Home Alone 2. You'll walk in Kevin's footsteps as you explore the locations that made the movie unforgettable. Picture yourself at the elegant Plaza Hotel, immersing yourself in the allure of Central Park, basking in electrifying Times Square & more. That's not all - you'll also visit an observation deck to take in breathtaking holiday views from above for an unforgettable scene in your own NYC adventure! With us, you'll never be lost in New York!</span></p> <p font-size:="" sans="" source=""></p> <p font-size:="" sans="" source=""></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li> <p><span><span><b>Your Ride Awaits: </b><span>Your five-hour holiday experience begins when you’re picked up in your private luxury vehicle by a professional driver, along with an expert tour guide at a designated location in Manhattan of your choice.</span></span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span><b>Ready, Set, Action:</b> </span></span></p> <ul type="disc"> <li> <p><span><span>Your first stop is the legendary Plaza Hotel, where Kevin's escapades began. You’ll immerse yourself in the opulence of this iconic establishment, where Kevin transformed the prestigious property into his personal playground, indulged in extravagant experiences and outsmarted the staff along the way.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Next, prepare to be enchanted as you step into the magical wonderland of FAO Schwarz, famously known as Duncan's Closet in the movie. This whimsical destination becomes a prime target for the mischievous antics of the notorious "Wet Bandits."</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>You’ll then head to always enchanting Central Park, the very place where Kevin formed an extraordinary bond with the captivating "Pigeon Lady," visit the Empire Diner where a towering Santa on stilts startled Kevin, adding a dash of whimsy to his escapades, marvel at the awe-inspiring views of Lady Liberty from Battery Park, soak in the excitement of Times Square and end up at the iconic Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, the symbol of joy and hope, where Kevin's heartwarming reunion with his mom took place.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>After you’ve “scene” all of these iconic – and sentimental – filming spots, you’ll head to one of the city’s awe-inspiring observation decks where you’ll be treated to a view of New York City’s skyline all dressed up in its holiday best. Your choices? The Empire State Building (an NYC classic!), Rockefeller Center’s very own Top of the Rock, Hudson Yard’s unique EDGE or the dazzling SUMMIT One Vanderbilt.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span><i>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included.</i></span></span></p> </li> </ul> </li> <li> <p><span><span><b>And…Cut:</b> When your unforgettable journey through Manhattan ala Kevin McAllister draws to a close, your luxury vehicle will transport you back to your hotel (or another predetermined drop-off location) in style as you reminisce about the day’s adventures.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span><span>Tour Duration: 5-</span>Hours<br /> <br /> <span>Tour Can Operate:</span> </span></span></p> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li> <p><span><span>We recommend an early start time to beat the traffic.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered 7 days a week from mid-November through December.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span><span>Wheelchair Accessible:</span> No<br /> <br /> <span>Physical Activity Level:</span> Light<br /> <br /> <span>Inclusions:</span> </span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Ride in comfort in our luxury vehicles with professional drivers and bottled water.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Door-to-door service and flexible timing (additional charge for outside of Manhattan).</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Driver gratuity included.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Tour can be customized based on your interests.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <div 0px="" font-size:="" margin:="" sans="" source=""> <p><span><span><span>Exclusions:</span><span> </span></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Indoor admissions (with the exception of the Observation Deck chosen) not included.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div></div> <div></div> <div></div> New York City: Private Bagel Making, Cragel and Donut Deluxe NYC Food Tour - 4 Hours <p><img alt="Private Bagel Making, Cragel and Donut Deluxe NYC Food Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Private-Bagel-Cragel-and-Donut-Deluxe-Tour-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> When you think of New York City – what food comes to mind? If you said bagels, you’d most likely be in the majority. There’s nothing like a NYC bagel for breakfast, brunch, lunch - and heck for dinner too! Now you can experience the best of the best thanks to our EXCLUSIVE Private Bagel Making, Cragel and Donut Deluxe NYC Food Tour.<br />  <br /> Now, this is not your ordinary NYC bagel tour. Why? Because on our exclusive NYC private tour, you’ll have the rare opportunity to get hands-on by helping to make authentic New York bagels at the best bagel shop in the city! And no food tour would be complete without sampling the fare – meaning you get to taste the best bagels, cream cheeses and lox the Big Apple has to offer as well!  And it’s not just bagels you get to learn about – you’ll also visit the bagel shop that makes the world’s only “cragel” – a half-bagel, half-croissant, that combines the dense chewiness of the bagel with the buttery flakiness of the croissant. Finally, as you may have surmised by the title of this experience, you’ll finish on a sweet note with a donut from a famous donut shop that’s been a Brooklyn staple for over 60 years - and was featured in the latest Spider-Man movie!</span></span><br />  </p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Your exclusive bagel adventure begins when your professional driver and expert, licensed tour guide pick you up at your hotel in a private luxury vehicle. </span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>From there you’ll head to your first stop, Utopia Bagels in Whitestone, Queens. Here you’ll not only discover the history of this iconic food and how it’s made, but you’ll also get a unique hands-on bagel rolling and baking experience! And of course, you’ll also get to sample those delicious hot fresh bagels, a variety of spreads, and a luxurious lox sandwich.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>After that amazing experience you’ll get back into your luxury vehicle and continue to the next stop on the tour, which is Bagel Point in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. This particular bagel shop is home to the famous “cragel” which is a pastry that combines a bagel and a croissant for one tasty treat. Here you will also get to sample the fare and if you would like, you can also take part in another hands-on rolling experience.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>And if that isn’t enough yumminess for one day, after your cragel expedition you’ll take a short stroll down the block to Brooklyn’s best donut shop, Peter Pan Donuts, where you’ll finish the day off with a sweet treat of your choice.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>When your NYC food tour comes to an end, and you are now officially a “bagel expert,” your luxury transfer will be waiting to take you back to your hotel or other predetermined drop-off location.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span><strong><em>All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions. </em></strong></span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><br /> <br /> <span><span><strong>Tour Duration:</strong> 4-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule. </span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>This exclusive experience is offered daily, year-round, subject to availability. However, the best days to experience this tour would be Monday through Thursday.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Recommended starting time is between 8:00am and 1:00pm.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour. </span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><br /> <span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Ride in comfort in our luxury vehicles with professional drivers and bottled water</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Door-to-door service and flexible timing (additional charge for outside of Manhattan)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>4-Hours with a bagel expert on a guided tour of “the bagel capital of the world” including:</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Private demonstration and class</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Hands-on bagel rolling and baking experience</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Learn the dos and don’ts of New York’s bagel culture </span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Sample the best bagels, spreads, cragels and donuts NYC has to offer</span></span></p> </li> </ul> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Driver gratuity included </span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><br /> <span><span><strong>Exclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span><em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</em></span></span></p> </li> </ul> New York City: History Highlights Private NYC History Tour - 8 Hours <img alt="History Highlights Private NYC History Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/History-Highlights-Private-NYC-History-Tour-1.jpg" /> <p><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> Beyond Times Square’s History Highlights Private NYC History Tour is an absolute must if you are a fan of history - in particular the history of New York City. Created just for history buffs, this look at the rich history of the Big Apple is led by one of our local licensed tour guides - who, of course, is a history specialist.<br /> Your full-day specialty experience will start in Brooklyn and end at the iconic Empire State Building - with plenty of stops along the way. You'll start your New York history tour in Brooklyn with a walk over the world-famous Brooklyn Bridge into Manhattan. From there you'll embark on our Origins of New York Private Walking Tour to see where it all started as "New Amsterdam" - a small Dutch settlement that today is known as Lower Manhattan. After taking in various historical sites, your tour will end and you get to enjoy lunch at NYC's most historic - and oldest - bar and restaurant. But it's not over yet, because after lunch you'll be treated to a private 90-minute tour of the iconic Empire State Building with one of their Official Ambassadors! Don't miss out on this fabulous opportunity to delve into the history of America's Melting Pot!<br /> <br /> • Your historical tour of NYC begins when your private driver picks you up at your hotel in a luxury vehicle to take you to the start of your tour in Brooklyn.<br /> <br /> • Here you'll meet your expert tour guide and start your journey with a walk over the infamous Brooklyn Bridge, taking in breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline, the Statue of Liberty and other sites along the East River. Your step back into history commences as you disembark the bridge's walkway into Lower Manhattan - which you will see like never before - through history.<br /> <br /> • Walking in the footsteps of early settlers, you'll be enchanted by stories and little-known facts your tour guide will share. As you wind your way through Lower Manhattan, you'll see the spot where George Washington was inaugurated, St. Paul’s Chapel - which is the oldest church building in Manhattan, Trinity Church - where you will find out why it was an important site during the American Revolution, the infinity pools of the 9/11 Memorial and more.<br /> <br /> • At the conclusion of your tour, it's time for a scrumptious lunch. You'll have premade reservations at the historical Fraunces Tavern, which is a National Landmark building that once served as a watering hole for many of the Founding Fathers of the US!<br /> <br /> • After lunch your private luxury vehicle will pick you up to head to the Empire State Building in Midtown Manhattan. Upon arrival, you'll meet up with one of the building's Official Ambassadors who'll take you on a fun and informative 90-minute tour. Here you'll get VIP treatment, hear about the history of the building and be treated to insider access.<br /> <br /> • When your time at the Empire State Building comes to an end your luxury transfer will be waiting to take you back to your hotel or other drop-off location of your choice.<br /> <br /> •<em><strong> All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.</strong></em><br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>Approximately 8 Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>We recommend a start time of between 8:00am and 11:00am.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><br /> <span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong><br /> <br /> • Private Local History Specialist Tour Guide for 4-hours (for the walk over the Brooklyn Bridge and the Origins of NY Private Walking Tour)<br /> <br /> • Lunch reservation at Fraunces Tavern (the cost of the meal is not included)<br /> <br /> • 90-minute official private tour of the Empire State Building - including access to the 86th-floor observation deck<br /> <br /> • One-way transfer via luxury vehicle from your hotel to Brooklyn for the start of the tour<br /> <br /> • One-way transfer via luxury vehicle from Fraunces Tavern to the Empire State Building<br /> <br /> • Driver gratuities are included<br /> <br /> • 24-hour support phone number<br /> <br /> <strong>Exclusions:</strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuities for the tour guides are not included<br /> <br /> Cost of lunch at Fraunces Tavern is not included</em></span></span></p> New York City: A Day Well Spent in Brooklyn Tour - 8 Hours <p><img alt="A Day Well Spent in Brooklyn Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/A-Day-Well-Spent-in-Brooklyn-Tour-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> Over the years the borough of Brooklyn has become increasingly popular and, like Manhattan, contains many must-see and do experiences. Our “A Day Well Spent in Brooklyn Tour” showcases two of its main attractions - sensational street art and fabulous ethnic foods – which you’ll get to explore through a Private Graffiti Walking Tour and Workshop and a Brooklyn Neighborhoods Highlights Tour.<br /> <br /> First, our private graffiti tour offers a very unique experience. This tour is an amazing opportunity to get up-close views of Brooklyn's incredible street art. But that's not all! You also get to attend a private graffiti workshop with a local artist where you can create your own work of art. Afterward, it’s time to explore some of Brooklyn's most famous - and historic - neighborhoods. Your local expert tour guide will introduce you to areas such as Williamsburg, Greenpoint, Brooklyn Heights and DUMBO. As you walk you'll hear about their history, learn little-known facts and see hidden gems. And - since it's also a Brooklyn food tour - you'll be treated to three delectable food tastings along the way. Join us for this two-part private Brooklyn walking tour that's sure to be a highlight of your NYC vacation!<br /> <br /> • Your A Day Well Spent in Brooklyn Tour begins when our professional driver picks you up at your hotel or another pre-determined location to start your adventure in a private luxury vehicle.<br /> <br /> • You’ll then embark on your first walking tour – our Private Graffiti Walking Tour & Workshop that takes place in Bushwick, an up-and-coming neighborhood in northern Brooklyn. Here the larger-than-life street art will enchant you as you hear about the origins of the Bushwick Collective, which has become the most famous street art exhibition in NYC.<br /> <br /> • But that is not the end of your graffiti experience! Part of the tour is also a private workshop where a graffiti artist will provide a lesson, paint, tarps, stencils and a canvas for you and your guests to create a mural to take home.<br /> <br /> • Next up is Brooklyn Neighborhoods Highlights Tour. Here you’ll explore Williamsburg, Greenpoint, DUMBO (which is an acronym for Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass) and more in your luxury vehicle with your expert local tour guide. Perhaps the best part of the tour? You also get to partake in three ethnic food tastings such as a delicious slice of Brooklyn pizza. And no worries - there will be more than enough food to count as a super scrumptious lunch!<br /> <br /> • When your Brooklyn adventure is over your professional driver will drive you back to Manhattan and drop you off at a location of your choosing.<br /> <br /> <em><strong>• All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.</strong></em><br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration:</strong> Approximately 8 Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>We recommend a start time of between 8:00am and 11:00am.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions: </strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>One-way transfer via luxury vehicle to Brooklyn (with bottled water)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Hourly car service for 5 hours (including bottled water) that ends in Manhattan at your hotel (or a custom location of your choice)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Private Graffiti Walking Tour & Workshop in one of the premier mural districts in the US with a specialist guide (2 hours)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Private local tour guide for 4 hours</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>4-Hour Brooklyn Neighborhoods Highlights Tour with ethnic food tastings along the way (3 tastings included with enough food for lunch)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Driver gratuity is included</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions: </strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuities for the tour guides are not included.</em></span></span></p> New York City: All Things Kids Family Friendly NYC Private Tour - 8 Hours <p><img alt="All Things Kids Family Friendly NYC Private Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/All-Things-Kids-Family-Friendly-NYC-Private-Tour-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong></span></span><br />  </p> <p><span><span><span>Embark on a fun-filled NYC day with our All Things Kids Private Tour. This exclusive experience is a kid-centered day filled with memories for the whole family. You'll start with your private vehicle and driver who will take you to FAO Schwarz where a Toy Soldier will welcome you for a private tour before opening to the public. After your tour, your vehicle and private tour guide will be waiting to take you to the American Museum of Natural History, where you'll enjoy a self-guided scavenger hunt that uncovers museum secrets. After that it's time for lunch then you're off to stroll through the enchanting Central Park Zoo! </span></span></span></p> <p><br /> <span><span>• Your family-friendly adventure begins when you get picked up in a private luxury vehicle by a professional driver.<br /> <br /> • Then it’s off to FAO Schwarz for your 9:00 am private tour - before the store opens to the public!<br /> <br /> • Upon arrival you’ll meet your personal guide for the behind-the-scenes tour, one of their famous Toy Soldiers! Here you’ll learn about the history of FAO Schwarz, raid the Candy Bar, receive a plush souvenir and have your own personal shopper!<br /> <br /> • At the completion of your tour, your expert tour guide will meet you at the store - along with your private luxury vehicle - to take you to your next adventure.<br /> <br /> • Next, you’ll head to the American Museum of Natural History where you'll meet up with a scavenger hunt host who'll give you instructions and send you on your 90-minute fun and educational scavenger hunt.<br /> <br /> • By now you’re all sure to have worked up an appetite and your tour guide will be happy to make some suggestions that has something on the menu for everyone’s taste. Perhaps Shake Shack or Milk Bar?<br /> <br /> • After lunch it’s time to take a stroll to the next stop – the Central Park Zoo! Here you'll spot snow monkeys, sea lions, grizzly bears, penguins and more.<br /> <br /> • After your family fun day, you can opt to spend more time in Central Park or book a private luxury vehicle to take you back to your hotel or location of your choice for an additional cost.</span></span></p> <p><span><span><em><strong>• All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.</strong></em><br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>Approximately 8 Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting date of the tour is customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Tour starts at 9:00am (starting times may change based on time of the year).</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Luxury transportation (Hotel to FAO Schwarz and FAO Schwarz to American Museum of Natural History)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>1-hour FAO Schwarz Behind-The-Scenes Tour </span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Full Day Private BTSQ tour guide</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>2-hour self-guided scavenger hunt at the American Museum of Natural History (includes museum admission)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>A stop for lunch</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Central Park Zoo admission</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number </span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions:</strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included.<br /> <br /> Lunch is not included in the cost of the experience.<br /> <br /> Additional charge for pick-up or drop-off outside of Manhattan.</em></span></span><br /> <br /> <em></em><em><span>The scavenger hunt is designed for kids ages 7 and up.  There is a lot of reading and walking and younger children may lose interest.</span></em></p> New York City: Art & Architecture Wonders of NYC Tour - 8 Hours <p><img alt="Art & Architecture Wonders of NYC Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Wonders-of-NYC-Art-Tour-Architecture-Cruise-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> Attention art and architecture enthusiasts! Beyond Times Square has created a full-day specialty experience with you in mind - our Art & Architecture Wonders of NYC Tour. Combining an NYC art tour with an NYC architecture tour, this adventure allows you to partake in both, courtesy of industry experts.<br /> <br /> Your Manhattan art journey begins with a private tour of the Metropolitan Museum of Art with an art specialist tour guide. Afterward, you'll enjoy a delicious lunch with a view atop the Museum of Arts and Design. After lunch, it's time to start the architecture aspect of the experience with an NYC architecture boat tour around Manhattan. Taking place on a climate-controlled 1920’s style yacht, your professional American Institute of Architects guide will help you to see the skyline from a whole new perspective.<br /> <br /> Thanks to private, luxury transportation included to get you from place to place, and the assistance of our Destination Experts to plan the timing of the day, all you have to do is enjoy the beauty that will surround you from start to finish.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Your day begins when you get picked up in a private luxury vehicle and head to the Metropolitan Museum of Art – or the MET – where you will experience it like never before.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Here you’ll meet your private tour guide – an art specialist – who will introduce you to the Met’s most important works in its permanent collection such as the outstanding collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>As you take in the collection of rare and beautiful objects that are housed in this iconic museum, you’ll also learn more about their significance.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>When your two hours at the MET are over, you’ll be picked up by your private driver for a short ride to the elegant ROBERT that sits atop The Museum of Arts and Design at Columbus Circle.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Thanks to pre-made reservations your table will be ready and waiting for you. Once seated you'll enjoy breathtaking views of Central Park as you dine on the finest of fare at this modern classic. You’ll also be surrounded by intriguing artwork from renowned artists including Johanna Grawunder’s Tangerines and Cherry Blossom, Phillip Michael Wolfson’s Sounds Wave and Teresita Fernandez's Night Writing.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>After a scrumptious lunch your luxury vehicle will be waiting to take you to Chelsea Piers. Here you’ll board an elegant 1920’s style yacht complete with teak decks and private tables.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Onboard you’ll be treated to narration from a member of the American Institute of Architects who will educate and entertain you as you circumnavigate the island of Manhattan.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Topics of conversation, while you’re enjoying your cruise, may include the Beaux-Arts style buildings you spot along the way, the iconic spires of the Chrysler Building and the Woolworth Building, the waterfront monuments of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and Roosevelt Island, engineering masterpieces like the Brooklyn Bridge and the George Washington Bridge and much more!</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span><em><strong>All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.</strong></em></span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><br /> <span><span><strong>Tour Duration: </strong>Approximately 8 Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>We recommend a start time between 8:00am and 11:00am.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.<strong> </strong></span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>4-hour service via luxury vehicle + a one-way transfer within Manhattan via luxury vehicle</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Treasures of the MET Private Tour - A 2-hour tour of the Metropolitan Museum of Art with our Art Specialist Tour guide (museum admission included)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>AIA Around Manhattan Architecture Cruise – A 2.75-hour cruise on a climate-controlled 1920’s style yacht led by an official American Institute of Architects guide</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Lunch or dinner reservation at ROBERT (window view table if available)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Driver gratuity is included</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number<strong> </strong></span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions: </strong><br /> <br /> <em>* Cost of the meal at ROBERT is not included.<br /> Alternate restaurant to be suggested if ROBERT is not available.<br /> Gratuities for the tour guides are not included.</em></span></span></p> New York City: Build Your Own Full-Day NYC Private Tour - 8 Hours <p><img alt="Build Your Own Full-Day NYC Private Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Build-Your-Own-Full-Day-NYC-Private-Tour-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> Heading to New York City and not sure what your options are for topics of interest to you? Perhaps you love to wander through gardens, taking in all the flora and fauna when visiting new cities. Maybe you're a huge fan of motion pictures and/or television shows and would love to see where some of them were filmed. Possibly you're a wine or beer connoisseur who enjoys discovering new vintages and brews. Or it could be that you don't have a theme at all and just know that you want a fabulous day of touring that covers everything that interests you in the Big Apple.<br /> <br /> Whatever your interests may be, chances are NYC has options for you to explore them further. And that is where our Build Your Own Full-Day NYC Private Tour comes in! With this full-day specialty experience, you'll work with our Destination Experts to curate a customized day of private tours, experiences and attractions. Thanks to our team's knowledge, along with an extensive network of local experts and vendors, the sky is truly the limit. From private guide services to luxury transfer services to attraction entrances, restaurant reservations, Broadway tickets and more - BTSQ has you covered with this NYC tour package!<br /> <br /> • If gardens are your passion, there are plenty of opportunities to wander through them within the five boroughs. For instance, Mount Prospect Park is home to the Brooklyn Botanic Gardens. Staten Island offers Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden. You'll find the Queens Botanical Garden in Flushing. In the Bronx, you can visit Wave Hill Public Garden & Cultural Center. And Manhattan has a host of options, many located in Central Park.<br /> <br /> • New York City is home to world-class performing arts, museums, art galleries and more, meaning if you're into the arts, you've certainly come to the right place! Some of the finest examples of these forms of the arts would be The Metropolitan Museum of Art or the Met, the Museum of Modern Art aka MoMA, The Guggenheim Museum, The New York Public Library, Broadway, The Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, The Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM), The High Line and The Chelsea Galleries - just to name a few!<br /> <br /> • Are you a "foodie" who loves to try the cuisine when visiting a new city? Restaurants, food tours and culinary experiences abound in NYC! Some fabulous food tours include our Pizza & Gelato Food Tasting Walking Tour, our Private Bagel, Cragel and Donut Deluxe Tour and our Cupcake Food Tasting Walking Tour. Culinary experiences could encompass a Bateaux Dinner Cruise, a picnic lunch in Central Park and reservations at some of NYC's finest restaurants for breakfast, lunch, dinner and perhaps NYC's favorite meal - brunch!<br /> <br /> • Even if you have no "one" particular interest - or are interested in all kinds of topics, are celebrating a birthday or an anniversary or are just looking to get the most out of your time in the city, no worries, our Destination Experts can develop a customized package for you that includes a little bit of everything!<br /> <br /> • And of course - all of our NYC custom tours come with expert, local tour guides and can be set up as private walking tours or in a private luxury vehicle with a professional driver. Luxury transfers are also available as well as helicopter tours, bike tours and more!<br /> <br /> • <em><strong>All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.</strong></em><br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>Approximately 8 to 9-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate: </strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>We recommend a start time of between 8:00am and 11:00am.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Ride in comfort in our luxury vehicles with professional drivers and bottled water</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Door-to-door service and flexible timing (additional charge for outside of Manhattan)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>A curated full-day tour of New York City customized to your interests</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Driver gratuity included</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions:</strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</em></span></span></p> New York City: Central Park Fun Private NYC Central Park Tour - 8 Hours <img alt="Central Park Fun Private NYC Central Park Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Central-Park-Fun-Private-NYC-Central-Park-Tour-1.jpg" /> <p><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> It's the fifth-largest park in New York City. New Yorkers refer to it as their "backyard." It is one of the top tourist attractions that visitors flock to when visiting the city. It is 843 acres of a myriad of things to see and do between the Upper West and Upper East Sides of Manhattan. It is Central Park.<br /> <br /> Now you can enjoy a fabulous day of engaging activities thanks to our Central Park Fun Private NYC Central Park Tour! From a visit to the American Museum of Natural History with a licensed tour guide to a private walking tour of the park's highlights to a gourmet picnic lunch in the park - we have got it covered! But that's not all! This NYC private tour also comes with your choice of a private Central Park bike tour, horse and carriage tour or pedicab tour. Top that off with luxury roundtrip transportation to and from the park and your experience is seamless!<br /> <br /> <em>Note: This NYC tour package is offered year-round, however, the best seasons are spring, summer and early autumn. During the winter, or in the case of rain during any season, adjustments may be made to the program and alternatives or refunds will be offered.</em><br /> <br /> • Your Central Park Fun Day begins with your private driver picking you up in a luxury vehicle to take you to your first stop – the American Museum of Natural History.<br /> <br /> • At the American Museum of Natural History, you’ll meet up with your BTSQ private tour guide who will introduce you to museum must-sees and highlights. These highlights may include the Dinosaur Lab, the Gem and Mineral Hall, the Rose Center for Earth and Space and the Age of Mammals.<br /> <br /> • Once your museum adventure is complete it’s on to your private walking tour of world-famous Central Park. Here your expert tour guide will introduce you to hidden gems as well as well-known spots in the park. Possible stops include Bethesda Fountain, Strawberry Fields, Belvedere Castle and the Central Park Carousel – just to name a few!<br /> <br /> • By now you’re sure to have worked up an appetite but no worries – your guided tour includes a gourmet Central Park picnic. This delicious meal will consist of assorted baguette sandwiches, local cheese platters, salads, crudité, local sweet treats and bottled water.<br /> <br /> • Should the weather not cooperate with a picnic lunch, we’ll make sure you’re still fed thanks to a $50 gift card to be used at a local restaurant such as Barney Green Grass, Jacobs Pickles, Friedmans or Tavern on the Green.<br /> <br /> • After lunch it’s time to see all the park offers in a different way! You can choose to add some wellness to this package by pedaling around the park via a bike tour, you can have someone else do the pedaling for you on a pedicab tour or you can just sit back and relax in a horse carriage ride. The choice is yours!<br /> <br /> • When your time in this enchanting wide-open space comes to a close, you’ll be met by your private driver who will take you back to your hotel via luxury transfer.<br /> <br /> <em><strong>• All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.</strong></em><br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>Approximately 8-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>We recommend a start time of between 8:00am and 11:00am.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Roundtrip Transfers via luxury vehicle from the guest’s hotel to Central Park and back.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Private Highlights Tour at the American Museum of Natural History (including admission tickets)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Private Walking Tour of Central Park</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Gourmet Picnic Lunch in Central Park including:</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Full service high-end picnic set up with blankets, pillows, and silverware and full set up and clean up service</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Note: In the case of inclement weather, a gift card valued at $50 per guest will be provided for a local lunch near Central Park</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Your Choice of ONE (1) of the following in Central Park :</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Private 2-hour bike tour</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Private 45-minute horse and carriage ride</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Private 45-minute pedicab tour</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Driver gratuity is included</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions:</strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuities for the tour guides are not included</em></span></span></p> New York City: Statue of Liberty Tour & Ellis Island and 9/11 Memorial Museum - 8 Hours <p><img alt="Statue of Liberty Tour & Ellis Island and 9/11 Memorial Museum" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/STATUE2.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> We are excited to share that we’ve brought together three attractions that tell the history - both the good and the bad - of Lower Manhattan into one complete package with our Statue of Liberty Tour & Ellis Island and 9/11 Memorial Museum experience.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span><strong>Statue of Liberty:</strong> For as long as she's been standing over New York Harbor, the Statue of Liberty is synonymous with New York City. It is the number one landmark that people think of when they think of the city and the one place most people head to as first-time visitors.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span><strong>Ellis Island:</strong> Ellis Island is synonymous with Lady Liberty. And for most people, when taking the ferry over to Liberty Island, a stop at Ellis Island is a must.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span><strong>9/11 Memorial & Museum:</strong> Since its opening in 2014, the 9/11 Memorial Museum has also become a top ten must-see, along with the 9/11 Memorial itself.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span>On this full-day tour, your expert private tour guide will escort you to all three for one unforgettable day. Join us for an immersive history lesson that embodies travel as a living classroom.<br /> <br /> • Your Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and 9/11 Memorial Museum experience begins when you’re picked up by our professional driver in a private luxury vehicle.<br /> <br /> • Your driver will take you downtown to Battery Park where you’ll meet your private, professional tour guide to begin the journey to your first destination.<br /> <br /> • Upon your arrival at Battery Park, you’ll board a ferry run by Statue Cruises to head across the New York Harbor for an up close and personal look at Lady Liberty.<br /> <br /> • Once on Liberty Island, you’ll get to go inside this magnificent statue where you can access the pedestal for amazing outside views. You’ll also visit the new Statue of Liberty museum where you’ll get a peek at her original torch, an opportunity to measure your foot against Lady Liberties, enjoy an immersive theater experience and learn everything you always wanted to know about this symbol of American freedom.<br /> <br /> • After departing Liberty Island your next stop is Ellis Island where over 12 million immigrants arrived on US shores.<br /> <br /> • Your Ellis Island tour will consist of a visit to the National Museum of Immigration where you’ll learn about how immigrants were processed as they arrived – and have the opportunity to learn more about your family history.<br /> <br /> • After your time on these two islands, you’ll board the ferry for the ride back to Lower Manhattan. Once you have disembarked the ferry your guide will walk you through Battery Park where you’ll continue until you reach the 9/11 Memorial & Museum.<br /> <br /> • Here you’ll tour the grounds of the 9/11 Memorial where you’ll encounter the two reflecting pools created to honor those we lost on that fateful day. Among the other things you’ll see are two items that survived the attacks that day - the Survivor Tree (a Callery pear tree) and The Sphere (the world's largest bronze sculpture of modern times).<br /> <br /> • After paying your respects on the grounds where the Twin Towers once stood, you’ll head into the 9/11 Memorial Museum. Here you’ll learn the history of not only the 9/11 attacks – but of the 1993 World Trade Center bombing as well. Since private guided tours cannot be conducted within the museum, your private tour guide will give a brief synopsis of what you are about to see before entering the building. Your 9 11 museum tour is surely one you will never forget and a must-do for anyone coming to New York City.<br /> <br /> • Upon completion of these three pieces of American history your private driver will pick you up in your luxury vehicle and drop you off at your requested end destination.<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>Approximately 8 to 9-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate: </strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>We recommend a start time of between 8:00am and 11:00am.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Roundtrip Transfers via private luxury vehicle to/from guest’s hotel (or other pre-determined location) including bottled water</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Private expert tour guide for 8 hours</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Admission Tickets to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island ferry ride and museums</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Admission Tickets to the 9/11 Museum</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Driver gratuity is included</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Special Welcome Gift</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions</strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</em></span></span></p> New York City: What’s Up in the Air - 8 Hours <p><img alt="What’s Up in the Air" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Whats-Up-in-the-Air-NYC-Helicopter-Tour-Skyscraper-Experience-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> Want to check out New York City from an entirely different perspective? Join us for our What’s Up in the Air specialty experience! Featuring a private NYC Helicopter Tour, NYC Architecture Tour and more, this is a full day of sky-high adventures.</span></span><br />  </p> <p><span><span>Your first stop is at one of the Big Apple's jaw-dropping observation desks. You get to choose from a VIP private guided tour of Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Center or an Express Pass to the Empire State Building.</span></span><span><span> No matter which you select you won’t be disappointed! After you take in the magnificent views from high above Manhattan, you’ll meet up with your expert BTSQ licensed tour guide who’ll take you on a skyscraper tour featuring some of the tallest buildings in the city.</span></span></p> <p><br /> <span><span>Before embarking on the last part of this unique journey you’ll have time to grab some lunch. Beyond Times Square will secure a reservation at your choice of restaurant and will happily offer suggestions based on your personal tastes. (Cost of lunch is not included.) After lunch, it’s time for the grand finale – a private helicopter tour over the Manhattan skyline where you'll get an overhead view of everything you looked out from - and up at - throughout the day!<br /> <br /> • Your adventure begins when you’re picked up in your private luxury vehicle at your hotel to head to either the Top of the Rock for your 45-minute guided tour or to the Empire State Building for your Express Pass. (NOTE: There is no tour included with the ESB Express Pass.) No matter which you choose you’ll enjoy panoramic views with plenty of photo opportunities.<br /> <br /> • After your observation deck excursion your expert tour guide will meet you for the next leg of your day – a private architecture tour focused on skyscrapers. On this tour, you’ll see all types of structures - many of which once held the title of the world’s tallest building, and may include some of the following:</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>One World Trade Center: Fun fact - Its height is 1,776 feet which is symbolic of the year the US Declaration of Independence was signed.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Central Park Tower: This is the tallest residential tower on the planet at 1,550 feet!</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>111 West 57th Street on Billionaires Row: Soaring to a height of 1,428 feet it’s the skinniest building in the world.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>One Vanderbilt: At 1,401 feet it has the distinction of being the first super skyscraper in Midtown-East Manhattan.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>432 Park Avenue: This 1,397-foot residential tower is the tallest in the Western Hemisphere.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>30 Hudson Yards: This building is LEED Gold certified meaning the 1,270-foot structure is cost-effective, efficient and better for occupants and the environment.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Empire State Building: When it was built it was the first building in the world to have more than 100 floors and comes in at 1,250 feet</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Bank of America Tower: At 1,200 feet, this one is unique as it was built to use 45% less water than buildings similar in size.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>3 World Trade Center: Defined by its stainless steel-clad exterior frame it stands at 1.079 feet tall.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Brooklyn Tower: This 1,073-foot-tall tower is the tallest in the borough.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>53 West 53rd Street: A 1,050-foot architectural wonder designed by Jean Nouvel.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Chrysler Building: Briefly holding the crown as the tallest building in the world and known for its terraced crown – its height is 1,046 feet.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>NY Times Building: At 1,046 feet it’s tied with the Chrysler Building as the 12th tallest building in the city.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span>• After your sensational skyscraper tour, it’s time for lunch at a pre-determined venue - perhaps even a rooftop restaurant to keep with the theme.<br /> <br /> • After lunch it’s time for the grand finale – a 30-minute deluxe private helicopter tour over Manhattan! Your guide will take you to the Heliport at 6 East River Piers (on South Street between the Seaport District and the Staten Island Ferry Terminal downtown) 30 minutes prior to your flight time, where he’ll get you checked in before saying goodbye.<br /> <br /> • Your private helicopter tour will have you soaring above New York City’s iconic landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, the Brooklyn Bridge, New York Harbor and many, many more.<br /> <br /> • Upon completion of your helicopter tour your private driver will pick you up in your luxury vehicle and drop you off at your requested end destination.<br /> <br /> • All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions. In case of inclement weather determined by the pilot, guests will get the opportunity to re-schedule their flight.<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>Approximately 8-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>We recommend a start time between 8:00am and 9:00am.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, Monday through Saturday.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Luxury transfer in a private vehicle with a professional driver and bottled water</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Private expert tour guide for 6 hours</span></span></p> </li> <li><span><span>Admission to either Top of the Rock for a VIP guided experience OR an Express Ticket to the 86th floor of the Empire State Building</span></span></li> <li> <p><span><span>Tour of some of the world’s tallest skyscrapers</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Private helicopter tour</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Driver gratuity included</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-Hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions</strong><br /> <br /> Cost of lunch is not included<br /> ESB VIP Express Pass does not include a tour<br /> Gratuities for the tour guide and the pilot are not included</span></span></p> New York City: Full Day Manhattan Highlights Experience - 8 Hours <p><img alt="Full Day Manhattan Highlights Experience" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Full-Day-Manhattan-Highlights-NYC-Private-Tour-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> New York City is home to what seems like an infinite number of things to see and do. Understandably, this can be overwhelming to first-time visitors – but it doesn’t have to be! With Beyond Times Square’s highly recommended flagship NYC VIP tour – our Full Day Manhattan Highlights Experience – you’ll experience all of the Big Apple’s highlights courtesy of your expert, licensed tour guide!<br /> <br /> This comprehensive NYC private tour takes you from Battery Park in Lower Manhattan all the way up to Central Park – which lies in between the Upper West Side and Upper East Side – and includes plenty of stops along the way! Your private tour guide will introduce you to the city’s most popular neighborhoods, iconic attractions and infamous squares that can be found wherever Broadway intersects with two or more major streets or avenues.<br /> <br /> Your day spent exploring Manhattan also includes a choice of general admission to one of NYC’s jaw-dropping observation decks! You can pick from The Edge, Summit One, Top of the Rock, or the iconic Empire State Building. Also included? Admission to the Statue of Liberty Super Express Cruise – aka the fastest and easiest way to get up close to Lady Liberty!<br /> <br /> • Your Full Day Manhattan Highlights Experience begins when our professional driver picks you up at your hotel or chosen location to start your adventure in a private luxury vehicle.<br /> <br /> • During the tour, your private guide will show you around the city's most popular neighborhoods, including the Flatiron District, Little Italy, Chinatown, and more.<br /> <br /> • You’ll also see iconic attractions like the Brooklyn Bridge, Grand Central Terminal and Rockefeller Center – as well as the somber 9/11 Memorial.<br /> <br /> • And don’t forget those infamous squares that can be found wherever Broadway intersects with two or more major streets or avenues – such as Times Square, Washington Square, and Herald Square – just to name a few.<br /> <br /> • Your general admission ticket inclusion allows you to choose and visit one of several stunning observation decks in NYC, such as The Edge in Hudson Yards, Summit One Vanderbilt (the newest observation deck in the city), Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Center, or the iconic Empire State Building.<br /> <br /> • No trip to New York City is complete without getting an up-close look at Lady Liberty – and you’ll do just that thanks to your ticket to the Statue of Liberty Super Express 50-minute cruise that is also included in this whirlwind day! Get your camera ready for the perfect photo opportunity as the cruise slows down as it sails past the Statue of Liberty.<br /> <br /> • When your Manhattan adventure comes to an end, your professional driver will drop you off at your hotel or another location of your choosing.<br /> <br /> • All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>Full Day<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>We recommend a start time of between 8:00am and 11:00am.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7-days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Ride in comfort in our luxury vehicles with professional drivers and bottled water (additional charge for pick-up or drop-off outside of Manhattan)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Door-to-door service and flexible timing</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Private guided tour with a professional tour guide for 8 hours</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>General Admission tickets to one of four observation decks – choose from The Edge, Summit One Vanderbilt, Top of the Rock or Empire State Building</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Statue of Liberty Super Express Cruise</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Driver Gratuity included</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions:</strong><br /> <br /> <em>* Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</em></span></span></p> New York City: Build Your Own Half-Day NYC Private Tour - 2 to 6 Hours <p><img alt="Build Your Own Half-Day NYC Private Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Build-Your-Own-Half-Day-NYC-Program-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> Heading to New York City and not sure what your options are for topics of interest to you? Perhaps you love to wander through gardens, taking in all the flora and fauna when visiting new cities. Maybe you're a huge fan of motion pictures and/or television shows and would love to see where some of them were filmed. Possibly you're a wine or beer connoisseur who enjoys discovering new vintages and brews. Or it could be that you don't have a theme at all and just know that you have four free hours to tour something of interest to you in the Big Apple.<br /> <br /> Whatever your interests may be, chances are NYC has options for you to explore them further. And that is where our Build Your Own Half-Day NYC Private Tour comes in! With this half-day specialty experience, you'll work with our Destination Experts to curate a customized private tour, experience or attraction. Thanks to our team's knowledge, along with an extensive network of local experts and vendors, the sky is truly the limit.<br /> <br /> From private guide services to luxury transfer services to walking tours, attraction entrances, restaurant reservations, Broadway tickets and more - BTSQ has you covered with this custom NYC tour package!<br /> <br /> • If gardens are your passion, there are plenty of opportunities to wander through them within the five boroughs. For instance, Mount Prospect Park is home to the Brooklyn Botanic Gardens. Staten Island offers Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden. You'll find the Queens Botanical Garden in Flushing. In the Bronx, you can visit Wave Hill Public Garden & Cultural Center. And Manhattan has a host of options, many located in Central Park.<br /> <br /> • New York City is home to world-class performing arts, museums, art galleries and more, meaning if you're into the arts, you've certainly come to the right place! Some of the finest examples of these forms of the arts would be The Metropolitan Museum of Art or the Met, the Museum of Modern Art aka MoMA, The Guggenheim Museum, The New York Public Library, Broadway, The Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, The Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM), The High Line and The Chelsea Galleries - just to name a few!<br /> <br /> • Are you a "foodie" who loves to try the cuisine when visiting a new city? Restaurants, food tours and culinary experiences abound in NYC! Some fabulous food tours include our Pizza & Gelato Food Tasting Walking Tour, our Private Bagel, Cragel and Donut Deluxe Tour and our Cupcake Food Tasting Walking Tour. Culinary experiences could encompass a Bateaux Dinner Cruise, a picnic lunch in Central Park and reservations at some of NYC's finest restaurants for breakfast, lunch, dinner and perhaps NYC's favorite meal - brunch!<br /> <br /> • Even if you have no "one" particular interest - or are interested in a variety of topics, are celebrating a birthday or an anniversary or are just looking to get the most out of your time in the city, no worries! Our Destination Experts can develop a customized experience just for you - based on your input.<br /> <br /> • And of course - all of our NYC custom tours come with expert, local tour guides and can be set up as private walking tours or in a private luxury vehicle with a professional driver. Luxury transfers are also available as well as helicopter tours, bike tours and more!<br /> <br /> • All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>Approximately 2 to 6-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Ride in comfort in our luxury vehicles with professional drivers and bottled water</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Door-to-door service and flexible timing (additional charge for outside of Manhattan)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>A curated half-day tour of New York City customized to your interests</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Driver gratuity included</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions:</strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</em></span></span></p> New York City: Your Way Through Manhattan NYC Food Tour - 4 Hours <p><img alt="Your Way Through Manhattan NYC Food Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Eating-Your-Way-Through-Manhattan-Private-Food-Tasting-Tour-162-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> Ask any food lover – there’s no better way to get to know a city than to eat its food. And there’s no food tour more comprehensive than Beyond Times Square’s Eating Your Way Through Manhattan NYC Food Tour.<br /> <br /> Starting in Midtown Manhattan you’ll work your way down the island to what’s referred to as Downtown with your private, licensed tour guide. This half-day experience covers all of the NYC neighborhoods that are known for their great food – from Hell’s Kitchen to Little Italy to Greenwich Village to the Lower East Side. And, since the experience spans from Midtown down through LES, it comes with a private luxury vehicle to get you from one tasty neighborhood treat to the next – learning about the island and the landmarks you pass along the way. As for the fare – it varies – but you’ll hit a total of four or five stops including one of the trendy, ethnic restaurants found on Ninth Avenue in Hell’s Kitchen, and one of the many trattorias, pizzerias and delis The Big Apple is famous for as you eat your way through some of the most popular neighborhoods in Manhattan. The delectable delights on this NYC private tour will excite your stomach and are more than enough for lunch.<br /> <br /> • Your food and culture experience begins when your expert tour guide and driver arrive to pick you up in your private luxury vehicle.<br /> <br /> • Your tour may start with a bite in Hell’s Kitchen, which is the home of various international cuisines and numerous trendy popular restaurants.<br /> <br /> • From there it’s on to a tasting in Greenwich Village which is often referred to as just “The Village” or “West Village” and is home to many popular cafes, bars, and restaurants.<br /> <br /> • No NYC food tour would be complete without a visit to Little Italy, so that is where you are off to next! Here you’ll enjoy an authentic Italian treat from one of the seemingly infinite dining options.<br /> <br /> • Next stop is the Lower East Village, aka LES. LES has a fabulous food scene and is the home to a plethora of delis – many of Jewish heritage - among various other dining options.<br /> <br /> • In total you’ll make four to five food stops along your journey. At each stop, you’ll step out of the vehicle while your tour guide gets your tastings. As you are enjoying your fare, you’ll not only learn about the food you are sampling, but also about the history, hidden gems and little-known facts of the neighborhoods you are visiting.<br /> <br /> • Some examples of what you might be sampling include a cheesy slice of NYC pizza, one of those famous NYC hotdogs, oh-so-decadent homemade Sicilian cannoli, Norwegian smoked salmon (an NYC favorite) on, yes, the equally famous NYC bagel, spanakopita which is Greek spinach pie, a mozzarella and prosciutto sandwich and a delicious Chinese dumpling.<br /> <br /> • Along the way you may see some of New York City’s most well-known attractions and locales including Chinatown, Tribeca, Madison Square Garden, the Empire State Building, Grand Central Terminal, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Hall and more!<br /> <br /> • When your NYC food tour comes to an end, your luxury transfer will be waiting to take you back to your hotel or other predetermined drop-off location.<br /> <br /> • Tastings are subject to change based on guests’ food restrictions, itinerary and restaurant opening hours.<br /> <br /> • All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.<br /> <br /> • The itinerary is subject to change based on starting point of the tour as well as any restrictions on that day such as traffic, road closures, etc.<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>4-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>We recommend a start time of between 10:00am and 2:00 pm.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Ride in comfort in our luxury vehicles with professional drivers and bottled water</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Door-to-door service and flexible timing (additional charge for outside of Manhattan)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Driver gratuity included</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>All tastings, taxes and gratuities on food are included in the food-tasting fee</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions:</strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included<br /> Indoor entrance tickets are not included for any locations</em></span></span></p> New York City: Eating Your Way Through Manhattan NYC Food Tour - 4 Hours <p><img alt="Your Way Through Manhattan NYC Food Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Eating-Your-Way-Through-Manhattan-Private-Food-Tasting-Tour-162-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> Ask any food lover – there’s no better way to get to know a city than to eat its food. And there’s no food tour more comprehensive than Beyond Times Square’s Eating Your Way Through Manhattan NYC Food Tour.<br /> <br /> Starting in Midtown Manhattan you’ll work your way down the island to what’s referred to as Downtown with your private, licensed tour guide. This half-day experience covers all of the NYC neighborhoods that are known for their great food – from Hell’s Kitchen to Little Italy to Greenwich Village to the Lower East Side. And, since the experience spans from Midtown down through LES, it comes with a private luxury vehicle to get you from one tasty neighborhood treat to the next – learning about the island and the landmarks you pass along the way. As for the fare – it varies – but you’ll hit a total of four or five stops including one of the trendy, ethnic restaurants found on Ninth Avenue in Hell’s Kitchen, and one of the many trattorias, pizzerias and delis The Big Apple is famous for as you eat your way through some of the most popular neighborhoods in Manhattan. The delectable delights on this NYC private tour will excite your stomach and are more than enough for lunch.<br /> <br /> • Your food and culture experience begins when your expert tour guide and driver arrive to pick you up in your private luxury vehicle.<br /> <br /> • Your tour may start with a bite in Hell’s Kitchen, which is the home of various international cuisines and numerous trendy popular restaurants.<br /> <br /> • From there it’s on to a tasting in Greenwich Village which is often referred to as just “The Village” or “West Village” and is home to many popular cafes, bars, and restaurants.<br /> <br /> • No NYC food tour would be complete without a visit to Little Italy, so that is where you are off to next! Here you’ll enjoy an authentic Italian treat from one of the seemingly infinite dining options.<br /> <br /> • Next stop is the Lower East Village, aka LES. LES has a fabulous food scene and is the home to a plethora of delis – many of Jewish heritage - among various other dining options.<br /> <br /> • In total you’ll make four to five food stops along your journey. At each stop, you’ll step out of the vehicle while your tour guide gets your tastings. As you are enjoying your fare, you’ll not only learn about the food you are sampling, but also about the history, hidden gems and little-known facts of the neighborhoods you are visiting.<br /> <br /> • Some examples of what you might be sampling include a cheesy slice of NYC pizza, one of those famous NYC hotdogs, oh-so-decadent homemade Sicilian cannoli, Norwegian smoked salmon (an NYC favorite) on, yes, the equally famous NYC bagel, spanakopita which is Greek spinach pie, a mozzarella and prosciutto sandwich and a delicious Chinese dumpling.<br /> <br /> • Along the way you may see some of New York City’s most well-known attractions and locales including Chinatown, Tribeca, Madison Square Garden, the Empire State Building, Grand Central Terminal, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Hall and more!<br /> <br /> • When your NYC food tour comes to an end, your luxury transfer will be waiting to take you back to your hotel or other predetermined drop-off location.<br /> <br /> • Tastings are subject to change based on guests’ food restrictions, itinerary and restaurant opening hours.<br /> <br /> • All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.<br /> <br /> • The itinerary is subject to change based on starting point of the tour as well as any restrictions on that day such as traffic, road closures, etc.<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>4-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>We recommend a start time of between 10:00am and 2:00 pm.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Ride in comfort in our luxury vehicles with professional drivers and bottled water</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Door-to-door service and flexible timing (additional charge for outside of Manhattan)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Driver gratuity included</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>All tastings, taxes and gratuities on food are included in the food-tasting fee</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions:</strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included<br /> Indoor entrance tickets are not included for any locations</em></span></span></p> New York City: 9/11 Memorial and Museum Tour & One World Observatory Half-Day Experience - 5 Hours <p><img alt="9/11 Memorial and Museum Tour & One World Observatory Half-Day Experience" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Half-Day-911-Memorial-and-Museum-and-One-World-Observatory-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> The land where NYC’s Twin Towers once stood is now home to a solemn yet beautiful tribute to those that lost their lives that horrific September morning. Our 9/11 Memorial and Museum Tour & One World Observatory half-day experience gives you a glimpse into that morning and those lives, as well as the February 1993 World Trade Center bombing.<br /> <br /> Your experience starts on the memorial grounds outside of the museum. As you walk through what was once referred to as Ground Zero, you’ll view the twin reflecting pools that sit in the footprints of the former North and South Towers and are surrounded by bronze parapets that list the names of the victims. After you’ve paid your respects, you’ll continue into the 9/11 Museum. For parties of over four guests, prior to entering, your expert tour guide will provide commentary on what you are about to experience. Once inside, they’ll be able to answer one on one questions only. The final part of your tour is your ascension to the top of One World Trade Center – also known as the Freedom Tower - to experience the beautiful One World Observatory observation deck and take in stunning panoramic views.<br /> <br /> • Your experience begins when your private luxury vehicle and tour guide pick you up at your hotel to take you to Downtown / Lower Manhattan.<br /> <br /> • As you drive towards your destination, your guide will point out popular attractions in the area including the Brooklyn Bridge, Trinity Church, the Oculus, the FDNY Memorial Wall and more.<br /> <br /> • Upon arrival at the 9/11 Memorial, you’ll tour the grounds where you’ll encounter the two reflecting pools created to honor those we lost on that fateful day. Among the other things you’ll see are two items that survived the attacks that day - the Survivor Tree (a Callery pear tree) and The Sphere (the world's largest bronze sculpture of modern times).<br /> <br /> • You’ll also see the newest addition to the memorial, the 9/11 Memorial Glade. The Glade represents the workers, first responders, survivors and residents who were exposed to harmful toxins and who have died or are currently living with a chronic illness.<br /> <br /> • After paying your respects on the grounds where the Twin Towers once stood, you’ll head into the 9/11 Memorial Museum, which is divided into three main exhibitions, located 70 feet underground. Since private guided tours cannot be conducted within the museum, your private tour guide will give a brief synopsis of what you are about to see before entering the building.<br /> <br /> • Once inside you’ll learn the history of not only the September 11th attacks – but of the 1993 World Trade Center bombing as well. Thanks to the 9 11 Museum’s dynamic blend of architecture, archaeology and history you’ll experience an unforgettable encounter that includes the story of the attacks, the aftermath, and the people who experienced these events. Your visit to the 9/11 museum is surely one you will never forget and a must-do for anyone coming to New York City.<br /> <br /> • Your final stop on your private tour will be the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere, One World Trade Center, where you’ll get priority access. After a fascinating elevator ride that has you ascending over 100 stories to the observatory, you’ll be treated to 360-degree views of the New York City skyline and beyond. And that’s not all! You also get $15 to use on food, beverages or merchandise.<br /> <br /> • When your time at the One World Trade Center Observatory comes to an end, your luxury transfer will be waiting to take you back to your hotel or other predetermined location.<br /> <br /> • All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>5-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>This experience is offered daily, year-round, subject to availability. Currently, the 9/11 Museum is closed on Tuesdays.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy <br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Ride in comfort in our luxury vehicles with professional drivers and bottled water</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Door-to-door service and flexible timing (additional charge for outside of Manhattan)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Driver gratuity included</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Admission into the 9/11 Memorial Museum</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>All-Inclusive Experience at One World Observatory with priority access and $15 to use on merchandise or beverages</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions:</strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</em></span></span></p> New York City: Half-Day Manhattan Highlights NYC Private Tour - 4 Hours <p><img alt="Half-Day Manhattan Highlights NYC Private Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Half-Day-Manhattan-Highlights-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> Don’t have an entire day to explore Manhattan? No worries! We’ve taken our full-day highlights experience and shortened it so that now you can cover the most famous sites in the Big Apple in just four hours. With our Half-Day Manhattan Highlights NYC Private Tour, you’ll experience the most popular and sought-out Midtown and Lower Manhattan destinations courtesy of your expert, licensed tour guide!<br /> <br /> This comprehensive NYC custom tour takes you from the South Street Seaport in Lower Manhattan, through Little Italy and Chinatown, into the Flatiron District and continues all the way up to Rockefeller Center in Midtown Manhattan. Plus, it includes plenty of other iconic places along the way! Your private tour guide will introduce you to the city’s most popular neighborhoods, well-known attractions and infamous squares that can be found wherever Broadway intersects with two or more major streets or avenues – Times Square anyone?<br /> <br /> This NYC VIP tour is perfect for first-time visitors of all ages and return visitors wishing to acclimate themselves to the city!<br /> <br /> • Your Half-Day Manhattan Highlights NYC Private Tour begins when our professional driver picks you up at your hotel or other pre-determined location to start your adventure in a private luxury vehicle.<br /> <br /> • During the tour, your private guide will show you around the city's most popular neighborhoods, including the Flatiron District, Little Italy, Chinatown and more.<br /> <br /> • You’ll also see iconic attractions such as the Brooklyn Bridge, the Washington Square Arch, the Empire State Building, Grand Central Terminal and Madison Square Garden – as well as the somber 9/11 Memorial.<br /> <br /> • And don’t forget those infamous squares that can be found wherever Broadway intersects with two or more major streets or avenues – such as Times Square, Washington Square, and Herald Square – just to name a few.<br /> <br /> • When your Manhattan adventure comes to an end, your professional driver will drop you off at your hotel or another location of your choosing.<br /> <br /> • All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>4-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate: </strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Ride in comfort in our luxury vehicles with professional drivers and bottled water (additional charge for pick-up or drop-off outside of Manhattan)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Door-to-door service and flexible timing (additional charge for outside of Manhattan)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Private guided tour with a professional tour guide for 4 hours</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Driver gratuity included</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions:</strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</em></span></span></p> New York City: Half-Day Statue of Liberty Tour & Ellis Island Tour - 5 Hours <p><img alt="Half-Day Statue of Liberty Tour & Ellis Island Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Half-Day-Statue-of-Liberty-Ellis-Island-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> No trip to New York City is complete without a stop at two of its most iconic attractions – the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. And with Beyond Times Square, you don’t have to navigate the journey to Battery Park or the Statue Cruises ferry ride to visit these iconic islands on your own thanks to our Half-Day Statue of Liberty Tour & Ellis Island Tour.<br /> <br /> Your journey begins when you’re picked up in a luxury vehicle for the ride to Battery Park. Once there your private, licensed tour guide will escort you onto the ferry to Lady Liberty, while offering commentary along the way. Upon arrival, your guide will tour Liberty Island with you and then leave you to explore the Statue of Liberty Museum at your leisure. From there you'll re-board the ferry to Ellis Island, where your history lesson begins with an introduction from your guide and continues as you enter the historical National Museum of Immigration. Upon completion of your time at Ellis Island your guide will escort you to the ferry back to Battery Park where your luxury transfer awaits for the journey back to your hotel or drop-off point of your choice.<br /> <br /> There is no better way to take it all in than in the hands of an expert!<br /> <br /> • Your stress-free adventure begins when your professional driver and expert tour guide meet you at your hotel or other predetermined location within Manhattan and accompany you to Clinton Castle in Battery Park.<br /> <br /> • Upon arrival you’ll be escorted through check-in and security in order to board the public ferry ride to Liberty Island which takes approximately 15 minutes.<br /> <br /> • As you take in breathtaking views of the Statue from the water, you’ll realize that you are witnessing what millions of immigrants first saw when they entered New York Harbor.<br /> <br /> • During your voyage your guide will explain the sites along the way in anticipation for your arrival on Liberty Island, home of the Statue of Liberty.<br /> <br /> • Once on Liberty Island, you’ll explore the grounds with your private guide before your entry into the majestic Lady Liberty. Audio tours are included. Based on availability, pedestal access will be included as well. You’ll also be able to explore the exciting new Statue of Liberty Museum at your leisure.<br /> <br /> • After your visit to Liberty Island, you’ll re-board the ferry for the approximately 10-minute trip to historic Ellis Island, while your private guide will continue to provide commentary along the way.<br /> <br /> • Once on Ellis Island, your guide will give you a brief history of Ellis Island before you explore the National Immigration Museum. Here you’ll walk through the Great Hall as twelve million people once did, who just so happen to be the ancestors of more than half of the US population. Audio tours are included here as well. While there, you’ll also have the chance to search for your family surname on the American Immigrant Wall of Honor.<br /> <br /> • Afterwards, you’ll meet your guide for the ferry back to Manhattan. Once you arrive at Battery Park your guide will escort you to your private vehicle where your driver will be waiting to take you back to your location in Manhattan.<br /> <br /> • All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>Approximately 5-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>We recommend a start time of between 8:00am and 11:00am.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy to Moderate<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Ride in comfort in our luxury vehicles with professional drivers and bottled water</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Door-to-door service and flexible timing (additional charge for outside of Manhattan)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Private expert tour guide for 5 hours</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Admission tickets to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Ferry and Museums</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Driver gratuity included</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions:</strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</em></span></span></p> New York City: Pizza and Gelato Challenge Private NYC Food Tour - 4 Hours <p><img alt="Pizza and Gelato Challenge Private NYC Food Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Private-NYC-Pizza-and-Gelato-Challenge-115-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> Ciao Bella! Like pizza and love gelato? Then our Pizza and Gelato Challenge Private NYC Food Tour is perfect for you! This private walking tour combines food and culture and is led by a well-respected culinary historian, cookbook author and culinary educator with a specialty in artisanal foods.<br /> <br /> On this NYC pizza tour, you’ll experience three different downtown neighborhoods as you sample delicious pizza from three different slice joints/sit-down pizzerias, rating them as you go. While you’re tasting you’ll also be learning about the history of pizza in NYC, the types of pizza offered in the city and what goes into making the finest pizza. You’ll be given a scoring sheet so that you can rate the pizza based on visual appeal, crust, sauce/topping and overall enjoyment. Then for dessert, you’ll compare the offerings at two different gelaterias where you'll also discuss how gelato is made and learn why this frozen dessert is so different from American ice cream. The gelato samples will be rated on case appeal, flavors offered, portion size/value ratio, flavor, texture and overall pleasure. What a great and yummy way to play a food critic in the Big Apple!<br /> <br /> • Your walking food tour begins when you meet your expert tour guide at the Arch at Washington Square Park. And when we say expert, we mean expert! Her accolades include a certificate of outstanding achievement from The James Beard Foundation and a book award from The International Association of Culinary Professionals. From Jacques Pepin to Julia Child, Thomas Keller, Jacques Torres, Daniel Boulud and Padma Lakshmi, she has worked with the most distinguished culinary talent.<br /> <br /> • While at Washington Square Park you’ll gather around the statue of Giuseppe Garibaldi, one of the leaders of Italian unification, where you’ll learn about Italian immigrants in New York City.<br /> <br /> • From there you’ll head to three different neighborhoods - South Village, the West Village (aka Greenwich Village) and Union Square. In each one, you’ll stop at a pizzeria for a slice of pizza to enjoy and rate. They may include Joe’s Pizza, Bleecker Street Pizza, Rivoli Pizza and/or Ribalta, (which is a sit-down restaurant) for Neapolitan pizza.<br /> <br /> • Also among your scrumptious stops with be two gelateries – aka gelato shops – to sample and rate different gelato flavors. These include Gentile Gelateria in the West Village and Amorino between Union Square and Washington Square.<br /> <br /> • But you're not only eating great food on this tour! As you wander through Lower Manhattan you’ll also learn about the different ethnic neighborhoods, their food scenes, hidden gems and more!<br /> <br /> • All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>4-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour:</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>This tour can begin any time between 11:30am and 3:00pm during summer hours and between 11:30am and 2:00pm during winter hours.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, Thursday through Sunday only.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>The ideal seasons for this tour are spring and fall due to comfortable temperatures for walking and being outdoors.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Pizza tastings and gelato tastings are included</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Flexible timing to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions:</strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</em></span></span></p> New York City: Private Cupcake Tasting NYC Food Tour - 4 Hours <p><img alt="Private Cupcake Tasting NYC Food Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Private-Cupcake-Tasting-Tour-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> If you have a sweet tooth – or just an appreciation for delicious desserts – you’re going to love our Private Cupcake Tasting NYC Food Tour! This NYC cupcake tour combines the oh-so-tasty treat with food history and is led by a well-respected culinary historian, cookbook author and culinary educator with a specialty in fine chocolate and other artisanal foods.<br /> <br /> And those cupcakes? Although they originated in the late 19th century, it wasn’t until early in the 21st century that trendy cupcake shops (also known as cupcakeries) started popping up in the United States. These specialized bakeries sell little or nothing but cupcakes and there are dozens of upscale cupcake bakeries in the Big Apple. In fact, cupcakes have now become a pop culture trend in the culinary world, with shops like Magnolia Bakery gaining publicity thanks to their appearance on popular television shows like Sex and the City. As you visit four of the best cupcake shops in Lower Manhattan, not only will you get to taste a diversity of heavenly cupcakes, you’ll also get to rate them! From presentation to frosting quality and style to moistness and crumb density – you get to play food critic in the yummiest of ways!<br /> <br /> • Your walking food tour begins when you meet your expert tour guide at the Arch at Washington Square Park. And when we say expert, we mean expert! Her accolades include a certificate of outstanding achievement from The James Beard Foundation and a book award from The International Association of Culinary Professionals. From Jacques Pepin to Julia Child, Thomas Keller, Jacques Torres, Daniel Boulud and Padma Lakshmi, she has worked with the most distinguished culinary talent.<br /> <br /> • While at Washington Square Park you’ll gather around the statue of Giuseppe Garibaldi, one of the leaders of Italian unification, where you’ll learn about Italian immigrants in New York City.<br /> <br /> • After that it’s time to get down to business! As you make your way to four highly recommended cupcake shops, you’ll also learn about the neighborhoods that you stroll through along the way – making this a private walking tour that combines food and culture.<br /> <br /> • Your culinary cupcake and culture adventure stops include the aforementioned Magnolia Bakery, Molly's Cupcakes, Little Cupcake Bake Shop and Butter Lane. At each you’ll sample one of their specialty customized cupcakes and then play food critic by rating them on pre-determined criteria.<br /> <br /> • But that’s not all! Along the way you’ll also learn about the cupcake's unlikely origins and hear about trends in the world of cupcakes. You’ll even get to visit a commercial kitchen where these elaborate sweet treats are created!<br /> <br /> • All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>4-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:<br /> <br />  </strong>The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7 days a week. NOTE: Mondays are typically avoided due to bakery hours.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>The ideal seasons for this tour are spring and fall due to comfortable temperatures for walking and being outdoors.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local culinary specialist guide</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Flexible timing to fit your schedule</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Food tastings are included</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><br /> <span><span><strong>Exclusions: </strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</em></span></span></p> New York City: Private NYC Bike Tour of Central Park - 2 Hours <p><img alt="Private NYC Bike Tour of Central Park" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Private-Bike-Tour-in-Central-Park-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> New York City’s “backyard” is worth exploring when you’re in the Big Apple, but there’s a lot of ground to cover during a Central Park Tour. As the fifth largest park in the city, it covers an impressive 843 acres and has much to offer. If you don't feel like walking we have a great alternative! How about pedaling instead, courtesy of our Private NYC Bike Tour of Central Park?<br /> <br /> On this scenic two-hour adventure through bike-friendly Central Park, your expert, licensed tour guide will ride alongside you as they relate the history of New York City, told in terms of the development of the city and its parks. They’ll also share little-known, interesting facts about the park – which just so happens to be the first landscaped public park in the United States.<br /> <br /> From the familiar Bethesda Fountain – it has appeared in numerous movies and tv shows, to the regal Belvedere Castle with its fabulous views, from the Central Park Zoo – home to many different species of animals to Sheep Meadow – once home to, well, sheep – you’ll see all this and more while making your way around the park on this private guided bike tour.<br /> <br /> • Your Central Park bike tour begins when you meet your expert local tour guide at 56 West 56th Street between 5th and 6th Avenues. Here you’ll get set up with your bike and your helmet. You’ll also get an overview of what lies ahead as well as basic safety instructions.<br /> <br /> • From there your guide will escort you to Central Park to begin your exploration of this remarkable slice of tranquility in the heart of Manhattan.<br /> <br /> • As you pedal through the park, and pass beneath many of its 26,000 trees, you’ll be in awe as you catch glimpses of the NYC skyscrapers peeking out from this peaceful haven.<br /> <br /> • Your NYC custom tour will include in-depth narration and will allow you the chance to stop several times during your ride to get up close to some of the park’s most famous attractions - as well as its hidden gems - for photo opportunities.<br /> <br /> • Among those sites and stops will be Bethesda Terrace, where you’ll get a great view of those classic rowboats, Strawberry Fields, where you’ll see the Imagine mosaic which is the memorial dedicated to the late John Lennon and a ride around the scenic Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir.<br /> <br /> • Along the way you may also see the winding paths and lush vegetation of The Ramble, the stunningly picturesque Conservatory Garden, hidden waterfalls, cast-iron bridges and much, much more!<br /> <br /> • All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>2-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Private guided bike ride through Central Park with a licensed tour guide for 2 hours</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Cannondale Bike with basket/bike bag, helmet and a map of Central Park</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions:</strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</em></span></span></p> New York City: Private NYC Helicopter Tour - 30 Minutes <p><img alt="Private NYC Helicopter Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Private-Manhattan-NYC-Helicopter-Tour-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> You’ve seen New York City on foot. You’ve seen it from the water. Now you can see New York City like never before, in style, from the air with our Private NYC Helicopter Tour!<br /> <br /> On this NYC private tour, you’ll experience a luxurious new perspective of this incomparable city from a state-of-the-art Bell 407 private helicopter that features fabulous custom floor-to-ceiling glass windows. For 30 minutes you’ll have a bird’s eye view of Manhattan as well as its surrounding boroughs. Your fantastic flight will start in Lower Manhattan at the Pier 6 Heliport. Once you’re up in the air your professional pilot will point out all of the iconic landmarks and top attractions that the Big Apple is famous for. As you make your way over the New York Harbor and up the Hudson River you’ll see everything from the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, to the Chrysler Building and Empire State Building to Rockefeller Center and Central Park – and everything in between! Bonus – this flight also takes you over areas outside of Manhattan! This extensive sightseeing tour is filled with jaw-dropping views of New York and plenty of photo ops. It's guaranteed to be the highlight of your visit to New York City!<br /> <br /> • Your adventure begins when you arrive at the Downtown Manhattan Heliport at 6 East River Piers for your extravagant and exhilarating sightseeing excursion.<br /> <br /> • As you lift off, you’ll head south, where you’ll glide past the longest suspension bridge in the US - the Verrazano Bridge – which connects Brooklyn and Staten Island. At this point, you get a glimpse of Coney Island before making a U-turn to witness the magnificent views of Lady Liberty and the Manhattan skyline across the New York Harbor.<br /> <br /> • Next up are magnificent architectural masterpieces like the Chrysler Building and the Empire State Building and the most spectacular view of Midtown Manhattan you could ask for! As you soar up to the northernmost tip of the borough, you’ll see the George Washington Bridge that links Manhattan and New Jersey.<br /> <br /> • Upon turning south, you’ll take in the grandeur of all five boroughs while heading down the Hudson River, passing by iconic landmarks such as Yankee Stadium, Central Park, the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, and One World Trade Center, before landing back at the heliport with photos and memories to last a lifetime!<br /> <br /> • Timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions. In case of inclement weather determined by the pilot, guests will get the opportunity to re-schedule their flight.<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>30-Minutes<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable but need to be during regular operational hours.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, daily. except for Sunday.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>30-minute private helicopter tour with an expert pilot</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Informative narration from your knowledgeable pilot regarding sites you encounter during the flight</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions: </strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuity for the pilot is not included</em></span></span></p> New York City: Private Horse & Carriage Ride in Central Park Tour - 45 Minutes <p><img alt="Private Horse & Carriage Ride in Central Park Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Private-Horse-Carriage-Ride-in-Central-Park-115-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> New York City’s Central Park is 843 acres of pure Zen in the heart of bustling Manhattan. And there are many ways to take it all in while you’re visiting. You can walk through it. You can jog through it. You can bike through it. You can pedicab through it. Or you can do what New Yorkers and tourists alike have been doing since the park opened in 1858 – you can see it via a horse and carriage thanks to our Private Horse & Carriage Ride in Central Park Tour.<br /> <br /> On this leisurely ride through Central Park, you can sit back and relax as your driver points out a myriad of iconic attractions, well-known locations and hidden gems. From Columbus Circle to Cherry Hill, from Balto’s Statue to Bethesda Terrace and Fountain, from Strawberry Fields to Sheep Meadow and more – your Central Park horse and carriage excursion is filled with photo ops and memories you’ll cherish forever!<br /> <br /> Bonus – this NYC private tour is a fabulous option for any season! In winter when you’re wrapped up in a blanket snuggled with loved ones, in spring as the cherry blossoms and other beautiful buds are coming to life, in summer when it’s full-on with lush greenery and in fall when the foliage takes over as the star of the show!</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Your enchanting 45-minute private horse carriage ride through Central Park begins when you meet your professional coachman at 59th Street and 7th Avenue, across the street from the JW Marriott.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>From there it’s on to the South End Quadrant, which is the area of the park that covers Central Park South to The Lake (which is the unifying body of water that links the Ramble, Bethesda Terrace and several landscapes) to just north of Terrace Drive.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>What can you expect to see? Well in addition to everything listed above…</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>With the children in mind - you may see the beloved Conservatory Water, which is the pond that lies within a natural basin in the park and whose main focus is attractions geared towards the kiddos.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>If you’re into the arts – think music, dance, theater, etc. – then you’ll be excited to see SummerStage. This is that very popular performing arts festival that takes place each summer not only in Central Park – but throughout neighborhood parks in all five boroughs.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Fan of John Lennon? In addition to a glimpse at Strawberry Fields, you may also catch sight of the famous Dakota Building, which is where the Beatle once lived.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>But that’s certainly not all – your NYC custom tour may also include such well-known sites as the famous Tavern on the Green restaurant, Wollman Rink (one of the city’s most popular ice skating venues), the often photographed and thus easily recognizable Bow Bridge and much more!</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Tour Duration: </strong>45-Minutes<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour. Please note that carriages are not allowed inside Central Park before 10:00am Friday through Sunday.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Summer restrictions: No carriage may operate above 89 degrees Fahrenheit.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Winter restrictions: No carriage may operate below 19 degrees Fahrenheit or during blizzards.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Private horse and carriage with a coachman</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>45-minute tour of Central Park</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Coachman’s gratuity included</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <br />   New York City: Treasures of the Met Guided Tour - 2 Hours <p><img alt="Treasures of the Met Guided Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Treasures-of-the-Met-Guide-Tour-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights: </strong><br /> <br /> Question – where can you find over 5,000 years of art from around the globe?<br /> Answer – New York City’s own Metropolitan Museum of Art!<br /> <br /> We admit that's a lot of art to take in, but we also have a solution. With our Treasures of the Met Guided Tour, you’ll be introduced to the Met’s most important works in its permanent collection, with one of our savvy art specialists serving as your licensed tour guide. Plus, this private tour can be customized based on your interests.<br /> <br /> What can you expect to see? Well, there’s the inspiring American Wing featuring the iconic painting of Washington Crossing the Delaware, a breathtaking atrium featuring a replica of a Tiffany stained-glass window, and art and artifacts spanning the colonial period to the early 20th century. Then there's an outstanding collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings including works by some of the greatest artists to walk the earth - Van Gogh, Monet, Renoir and Degas. And that just touches on what this Met highlights tour can offer. There are many NYC art tours as well as Met tours available, but this highly recommended experience is one that will leave you feeling like a specialist in art history yourself!</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Your Met customized - and private - guided tour begins when you meet your expert fine art guide in the Great Hall of the Metropolitan Museum of Art at a pre-designated time.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>From there it’s off to check out the permanent collection with plenty of commentary along the way - and you get to decide what you specifically want to focus on.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>The Met’s exhibition areas are varied. You’ll find ones centered on Greek and Roman Art, Egyptian Art, Medieval Art, Modern and Contemporary Art, European Sculpture and Decorative Arts and more.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Some other fascinating exhibits that you can take in include the following:</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>The Temple of Dendur - an ancient Egyptian temple that was relocated to the Met in the 1960s.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>The Arms and Armor Wing - a fascinating exhibit that provides visitors with a glimpse into the history of weapons and armor from around the world.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>The European Sculpture and Decorative Arts Wing – home to an impressive range of Italian Renaissance sculpture, including works by artists such as Michelangelo, Donatello and Verrocchio</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>As you take in the collection of rare and beautiful objects that are housed in this iconic museum, you’ll also learn more about their significance and feel the excitement as your guide makes the museum come to life and happily answers your questions in depth.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Yes – your choices are many, but your guide can assist in simplifying the many options available to you.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Tour Duration: </strong>2-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>We recommend the start time to be between 11:00am and 2:00pm. The MET closes at 5:00pm midweek.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 6 days a week (currently the museum is closed on Wednesdays and major holidays).</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Experience the iconic Metropolitan Museum of Art with your private art specialist guide</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Flexible timing to fit your schedule</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Admission ticket to the Metropolitan Museum of Art (AKA The MET)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions: </strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</em></span></span></p> New York City: Private NYC Walking Tour – Choose Your Neighborhood - 4 Hours <p><img alt="Private NYC Walking Tour – Choose Your Neighborhood" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Private-NYC-Walking-Tour-–-Choose-Your-Neighborhood-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> Ready to focus in on one particular area in New York City that’s always intrigued you? Or perhaps there’s an area that you are not familiar with at all, and would like to get to know better? Our Private NYC Walking Tour – Choose Your Neighborhood is the perfect choice for you! For this NYC private tour, you choose the neighborhood, borough or park and our local expert tour guide leads the way! They’ll tell you about the history and the culture of the area. They’ll tell stories and share little-known facts about the area. They’ll point out all of its most popular attractions as well as its hidden gems. In short – our licensed tour guide will help you see that neighborhood, borough or park like never before!<br /> <br /> Choose from the following private walking tours:</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Central Park</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Origins of NY (Lower Manhattan)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>High Line, Chelsea & Meatpacking District</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>High Line & Hudson Yards</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Midtown Highlights (Times Square, Rockefeller Plaza, Grand Central Terminal)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Lower East Side</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Little Italy & Chinatown</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Brooklyn Essentials</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>SoHo</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Custom Neighborhood of Your Choice (Within NYC)</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span>Pick one, two - or more - and let the city come to life as you experience these different areas in a whole new light!<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>4-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>These tours are offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Services of a Private Guide for 4 hours</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Choose from areas within or highlights of any of the 5 boroughs: Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens and Staten Island</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions:</strong><br /> <br /> Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</span></span></p> New York City: Private Brooklyn Graffiti Tour and Workshop - 1.5 Hours <p><img alt="Private Brooklyn Graffiti Tour and Workshop" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Private-Graffiti-Tour-and-Workshop-in-Brooklyn-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> Whether you’re a fan of graffiti – or simply desire to learn more about this form of artistic expression – our Private Brooklyn Graffiti Tour and Workshop is the perfect opportunity to delve deeper into this often-misunderstood craft.<br /> <br /> This Brooklyn art tour takes place in Bushwick, an up-and-coming neighborhood in northern Brooklyn and the most famous and exciting area in the country for street art today. Here you’ll discover walls of massive warehouses covered with street art by the world’s best artists – including Ramiro, Iena Cruz, Nepo, Don Rimx, Dasic and more! Known as the Bushwick Collective, it serves to bring together artists from around the world, legendary NYC graffiti artists and longtime local Bushwick talent. This experience, guided by a real NYC graffiti artist, gives you a look at some of the most talked about artwork in New York City and takes you on a walking tour of a neighborhood where real street artists live. Bonus – you can also add on a private art workshop before or after your private guided tour that will teach you the technical skills graffiti artists need to create graffiti art. Plus, it also lets you get hands-on, creating a mural that you can keep!</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Your graffiti adventure begins when your art tour guide meets you at the designated meeting location at 282 Meserole Street in Bushwick Brooklyn to start this fun and educational tour.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>From there your Brooklyn walking tour guide will take you through the streets of the Bushwick neighborhood where you’ll see over 50 murals come to life as your expert guide relays their stories and experiences.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>In between these works of art you’ll also hear about how, In just a few years, the Bushwick Collective has become the most famous street art exhibition in New York City, and one of the premier mural districts in the United States.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Should you decide to participate in the Brooklyn graffiti workshop (either before or after the walking tour) you’ll also get to see the inside of a beautiful art studio in Bushwick where you can immerse yourself further in graffiti art culture.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>During the workshop you’ll participate in a unique hands-on experience where you’ll learn tips and techniques of aerosol art, from fill-ins to masterpieces. You’ll also get to create your own mural masterpiece to take home with the help of a working graffiti artist!</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Tour Duration: </strong>1.5-Hours -Walking Tour Only<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local graffiti artist guide</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>One-and-a-half-hour walking tour filled with dazzling Brooklyn street art</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Optional workshop where you’ll learn the skills of graffiti art while creating a mural to take home</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Workshop includes lesson, paint, tarps, stencils and a canvas</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions:</strong><br /> <br /> Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</span></span></p> New York City: Premium NYC Private Custom Tour Package - 4 Hours <p><span><span><strong><img alt="Premium NYC Hotel Inclusive Private Custom Tour Package" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Premium-NYC-Private-Custom-Tour-Package-1.jpg" />Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> Whether it’s your first time in New York City or you’re a repeat visitor – our Premium NYC Hotel Inclusive Private Custom Tour Package is a fabulous addition to your time in the Big Apple. Filled with all the components that make our NYC private custom tours so popular, this NYC tour package provides a worry-free experience customized and curated to your unique interests.<br /> <br /> Just what can you expect from this NYC tour package? A comprehensive experience that allows you the flexibility to select your own itinerary. It starts and ends with luxury roundtrip airport transfers to and from the airport of your choice and includes hotel accommodations at the luxurious, timeless and oh-so-elegant five-star property The Pierre, a Taj Hotel – which is situated on NYC’s famous Fifth Avenue and right across the street from Central Park. In between, you get to choose one of the many private vehicle tours we offer, complete with a local and licensed tour guide, a Broadway show – musical or play (you pick!) and admission to one of four New York City museums that interests you the most.<br /> <br /> That’s not all – you can also opt to add on additional full-day and/or half-day NYC VIP tours and experiences, attraction tickets and more. Secure this premium package as the base of your New York City dream vacation today! Tip: This package is great for couples and families alike. It can also be booked for both small and large groups.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Your Premium NYC Private Custom Package starts with airport pick-up in a private luxury vehicle to the Pierre Hotel. From there you get to choose the rest – in no particular order! (But don’t worry – our Destination experts will help you create the perfect itinerary based on your choices!)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>First there’s the private vehicle tour. Our 4-hour vehicle tours take place in a luxury vehicle complete with an expert, professional and licensed tour guide. Plus - our guided tours cover all the most popular attractions in the city – from Lower Manhattan’s Brooklyn Bridge and Wall Street to the city’s most popular buildings such as the Empire State Building and the Chrysler Building to the Upper East Side’s Museum Mile to Harlem’s famed Apollo Theater and much more!</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Next, it’s time to hit the Great White Way with Premium Tickets to a Broadway show of your choice! From comedies to dramas, from musicals to plays – there is always something for every taste playing on Broadway!</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Last but not least is general admission to one of four of the most popular museums in NYC. For this inclusion, you choose the museum and then you explore it at your own pace!</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>When your time in New York City comes to an end you’ll enjoy a comfortable ride back to the airport in your private luxury vehicle while reminiscing about all the amazing experiences you had.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Tour Duration: </strong>4-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the package are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>This package is offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Roundtrip Airport Transfers (from LGA, EWR or JFK) to Manhattan via luxury vehicle including driver gratuity and inside meet & greet upon arrival</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Hotel accommodations at The Pierre including all taxes and facility fees</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Broadway Show Tickets (Premium Tickets)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Choice of a 4-hour Private Vehicle Tour with Luxury Vehicle and Guide (Our NYC Private Tours and NYC VIP Tours are plentiful and cover all five boroughs - from the Brooklyn Bridge to the High Line to Central Park and more!)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Choice of General Admission to the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), American Museum of Natural History, Metropolitan Museum of Art or the Museum of Broadway</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Special Welcome Gift</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions: </strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included.<br /> 4-Hour Tour does not include indoor admissions but can be added for additional cost.<br /> Airport Meet and Greet available with sedans and SUVs. Not available for LGA Airport arrivals.</em></span></span></p> New York City: Best of NYC - 3 Days <img alt="Best of NYC" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Best-of-New-York-City-3-Day-NYC-Private-Tour-1.jpg" /> <p><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong> <br /> <br /> <span>Our Best of NYC package is a luxurious treat for those seeking to make the most of their trip to the Big Apple. Imagine being met at the airport & whisked away in a luxurious private car. Feeling the emotions of the city’s history on a private tour of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island & the 9/11 Memorial & Museum. Taking in the city’s highlights as your expert guide unveils fascinating history & hidden gems. Witnessing the spectacular skyline from high above. Satisfying your thirst for arts & culture at a renowned museum. Savoring the thrill of premium Broadway seats. All this & more awaits!</span></span></span><br /> <br /> <em>Note: This is a suggested itinerary – you can customize the timing of the inclusions based on your preferences.</em></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span><span>Your Ride Awaits: </span>Your luxury experience starts when you’re met inside the airport with a smile by your friendly driver – who’ll be holding a sign with your name on it. <em>Driver gratuity included. Meet & greet available with sedans & SUVs only and are not available for LGA Airport arrivals.</em></span></span></p> </li> </ul> <ul> <li> <p><span><span><span>Day 1 – Time To Explore:</span> Embark on a 4-hour private tour via luxury vehicle complete with a professional driver and an expert tour guide who’ll enlighten you with historical facts, entertain you with fun antidotes, share little-known secrets and point out hidden gems. Your magical day takes you on our popular Central Park and Midtown Highlights Tour which includes the infamous, flashy and always entertaining Times Square, the grandeur of the architectural landmark Grand Central Terminal, the sprawling cultural hub that is Rockefeller Center – and much, much more. <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included.</em></span></span></p> </li> </ul> <ul> <li> <p><span><span><span>Day 2 – NYC History 101:</span> Today finds you heading out once again with your expert tour guide for an 8-hour experience where you’ll discover Lower Manhattan’s most significant landmarks. <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included.</em></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>You’re first stop is historical Battery Park where you will board a ferry for a scenic ride that will transport you to a time and place where millions of hopeful European immigrants arrived starry-eyed and ready to take on new lives in America.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Upon arrival you’ll proudly stand in the shadow of the majestic Lady Liberty, explore her story in the Statue of Liberty Museum and then board the ferry to Ellis Island where you’re sure to be overcome with emotion when you realize you very well could be following the footsteps of your ancestors.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Afterward, the ferry will return you back to the beautifully landscaped Battery Park where you’ll walk through its winding paths as you continue on to the hallowed grounds of the 9/11 Memorial and Museum for a somber yet oh-so-powerful experience.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> </li> <li> <p><span><span><span>Day 3 – Let’s Go For A Walk (And Perhaps A Bite To Eat): </span>Today you’ll join your expert tour guide on a fun and informative 4-hour private walking tour of your choice. Check out your choices below – or – we can customize a tour based on your interests and passions. <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included.</em></span></span></p> <ul> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="3" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Courier New" data-leveltext="o" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":1451,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Courier New","469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"o","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="9"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Arthur Avenue Food Tasting Tour </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="3" data-aria-posinset="2" data-font="Courier New" data-leveltext="o" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":1451,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Courier New","469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"o","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="9"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Greenwich Village Food Tasting Walking Tour </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="3" data-aria-posinset="3" data-font="Courier New" data-leveltext="o" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":1451,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Courier New","469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"o","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="9"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Brooklyn Food Tasting Tour </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="3" data-aria-posinset="4" data-font="Courier New" data-leveltext="o" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":1451,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Courier New","469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"o","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="9"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Half-Day Midtown Manhattan Private Walking Tour </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="3" data-aria-posinset="5" data-font="Courier New" data-leveltext="o" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":1451,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Courier New","469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"o","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="9"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">High Line & Hudson Yards Private Walking Tour </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="3" data-aria-posinset="6" data-font="Courier New" data-leveltext="o" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":1451,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Courier New","469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"o","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="9"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">High Line, Chelsea Market & Meatpacking District Private Walking Tour </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="3" data-aria-posinset="7" data-font="Courier New" data-leveltext="o" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":1451,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Courier New","469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"o","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="9"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Lower East Side Private Walking Tour</span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="3" data-aria-posinset="8" data-font="Courier New" data-leveltext="o" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":1451,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Courier New","469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"o","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="9"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">NYC Skyscrapers Private Walking Tour</span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="3" data-aria-posinset="9" data-font="Courier New" data-leveltext="o" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":1451,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Courier New","469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"o","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="9"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Origins of New York Private Walking Tour</span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="3" data-aria-posinset="10" data-font="Courier New" data-leveltext="o" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":1451,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Courier New","469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"o","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="9"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Private Cultural Walk through Little Italy & Chinatown</span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="3" data-aria-posinset="11" data-font="Courier New" data-leveltext="o" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":1451,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Courier New","469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"o","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="9"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Private Walking Tour of Central Park </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="3" data-aria-posinset="12" data-font="Courier New" data-leveltext="o" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":1451,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Courier New","469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"o","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="9"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">SoHo Private Walking Tour </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="3" data-aria-posinset="13" data-font="Courier New" data-leveltext="o" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":1451,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Courier New","469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"o","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="9"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Private Walking Tour of Prospect Park </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="3" data-aria-posinset="14" data-font="Courier New" data-leveltext="o" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":1451,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Courier New","469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"o","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="9"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Essential Walking Tour of Brooklyn</span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="3" data-aria-posinset="15" data-font="Courier New" data-leveltext="o" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":1451,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Courier New","469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"o","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="9"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Choose your own Neighborhood Private Walking Tour </span><br /> <span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> </ul> </li> <li> <p><span><span><span>The Show Must Go On: </span>You pick the Broadway show – and what a fabulous selection of musicals and plays it is! – and then we get you premium seats to enjoy the performance from!</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <ul> <li> <p><span><span><span>A Museum Is A Must:</span> Your experience also includes general admission to one of four of NYC’s most popular museums – which you can stroll through at your leisure. Choose from the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), the American Museum of Natural History, the Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met) or the all-new Museum of Broadway. Or – if a totally different kind of art experience intrigues you – you can choose admission to the Artechouse which is billed as “an intimate digital arts space and one of the most unique art locations in New York City!”</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span><span>Until We Meet Again:</span> When your unforgettable experience in New York City comes to an end, you’ll be met at your hotel by your driver for your private transfer back to the airport via luxury vehicle.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><br /> <span><span><strong>Tour Duration: </strong>Multiday<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate: </strong></span></span></p> <p><span><span>The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered year round, 7-days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p></p> <p><span><span>The starting location of the tour is customizable to fit your schedule. The tour can start at your hotel doorstep, at a restaurant where you just finished breakfast or custom location of your liking. Pick up or drop off locations outside of Manhattan may accrue additional time & cost.</span></span></p> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> Please inquire with your sales representative. <br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:  </strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Roundtrip Airport Transfers</span><span data-contrast="auto"> (from LGA, EWR or JFK) to Manhattan via luxury vehicle including bottled water, driver gratuity and inside meet & greet upon arrival</span><br /> <span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="2" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Full-Day Private Tour to Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and 9/11 Memorial & Museum</span><span data-contrast="auto">– Includes private tour guide for 8 hours, 2 one-way transfers to and from guest’s hotel., Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Ferry plus admission into the 9/11 Museum</span></span></span></p> <p></p> </li> </ul> <ul> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="3" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Half Day Private Manhattan Highlights Tour</span><span data-contrast="auto"> – Includes private licensed tour guide and luxury vehicle for 4 hours: Central Park and Midtown Highlights (Times Square, Grand Central Terminal, Rockefeller Plaza, and surrounding areas). Can also be customized.</span></span></span></p> </li> </ul> <ul> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Half Day Private Walking Tour</span><span data-contrast="auto"> – Includes private licensed tour guide. Choose from: </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> <ul> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Arthur Avenue Food Tasting Tour (4 hours)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Greenwich Village Food Tasting Walking Tour (3 hours) </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Brooklyn Food Tasting Tour (4 hours)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Half-Day Midtown Manhattan Private Walking Tour (4 hours)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">High Line & Hudson Yards Private Walking Tour (4 hours)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">High Line, Chelsea Market & Meatpacking District Private Walking Tour (4 hours)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Lower East Side Private Walking Tour (4 hours)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">NYC Skyscrapers Private Walking Tour (4 hours)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Origins of New York Private Walking Tour (4 hours)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Private Cultural Walk through Little Italy & Chinatown (4 hours)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Private Walking Tour of Central Park (4 hours)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">SoHo Private Walking Tour (4 hours)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Private Walking Tour of Prospect Park (4 hours)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Essential Walking Tour of Brooklyn (4 hours)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Choose your own Neighborhood Private Walking Tour (4 hours)</span></span></span></p> </li> </ul> </li> </ul> <ul> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":11,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Broadway Show Tickets</span><span data-contrast="auto"> (Premium Tickets)</span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":11,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">General Admission ticket to an </span><span data-contrast="auto">Observation Deck</span><span data-contrast="auto">. Choice of: Empire State Building, Top of the Rock, the EDGE, or SUMMIT One Vanderbilt</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":11,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Choice of One (1) </span><span data-contrast="auto">Museum Entry</span><span data-contrast="auto">: Museum of Natural History, Metropolitan Museum of Art, Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) or The Museum of Broadway</span></span></span></p> </li> </ul> <ul> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":11,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Restaurant Reservation Concierge Service</span><br /> <span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559685":993,"335559737":4,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="3" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":11,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">24-hour support phone number</span></span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions:</strong></span></span><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included.</em></p> <p><span><span><span class="TextRun SCXW110592556 BCX0" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW110592556 BCX0">Specialty food tours (not mentioned above) will incur </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW110592556 BCX0">additional</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW110592556 BCX0"> costs.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW110592556 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559685":11,"335559731":622,"335559737":-705,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><em>*Airport Meet and Greet available with sedans and SUVs.  Not available for LGA Airport arrivals.</em></span></span></p>	09/03/2024	09/03/2024
New York City Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! New York City: Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island <span><span><strong><span>Statue of Liberty</span></strong><br /> <span>The Statue of Liberty was a gift of international friendship from the people of France to the people of the United States.  It is one of the most universal symbols of political freedom and democracy.  The views of the Statue from the water are breathtaking and reminiscent of what immigrants first saw entering New York Harbor.</span><br /> <br /> <strong><span>Ellis Island</span></strong><br /> <span>Ellis Island opened in 1892 and was the entry point for European immigrants for more than 60 years.  Twelve million people passed through the halls that are now the historical Ellis Island Immigration Museum.  Walk through the Great Hall as the new Americans once did – ancestors of more than half of the US population.  You can search for your family surname on the American Immigrant wall of Honor.  With over 600,000 entries, it is the longest wall of names in the world.<br /> <br /> <img alt="" src="https://www.signaturetravelnetwork.com/images/mckann/4317%20SOL%20&%20Ellis%20Island%20-%20Collage.jpg" /></span></span></span> <table border="" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"> <tbody> <tr> <td><span><span> <br /> <strong><u>Included:</u></strong></span></span></td> <td><span><span> <br /> <strong><u>Not Included:</u></strong></span></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td> <ul> <li><span><span>English speaking tour guide</span></span></li> </ul> <ul> <li><span><span>Driver, Vehicle, Driver Gratuity</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Ferry tickets</span></span></li> <li><span><span>24-Hour Emergency Phone Number</span></span></li> </ul> </td> <td> <ul> <li><span><span>Guide gratuity</span></span></li> </ul> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> New York City: Private Walking Tour of Central Park - 4 Hours <img alt="Private Walking Tour of Central Park" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/private-walking-tour-of-central-park.jpg" /><br /> <span><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong></span><br /> <br /> Where else can you see a castle, a sled dog, Alice in Wonderland, a pair of hawks, and a 4,000-year-old obelisk from Egypt in one place? You guessed it: Central Park is more than just a green space in the middle of Manhattan Island; it is an 843-acre oasis 150 years in the making and a favorite retreat for New Yorkers of all walks of life. An essential part of the urban landscape, Central Park is something that no New Yorker could live without. It fits into the Manhattan environment so naturally that many people never realize it is entirely man-made. Follow your guide on the winding paths and over the bridges and through the tunnels, and learn how the architects Olmsted and Vaux created New York’s “backyard.”</span></span> <ul> <li><span><span>4-hours with a private tour guide</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Meet your guide at your hotel or a custom location near Central Park. Experience Central by foot with your savvy local guide explaining the sites and telling stories to make the park come to life, and providing local insider tips.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Along the way, you may also see: The Upper West Side, the Upper East Side, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Museum of Natural History, Columbus Circle (indoor entrance tickets are not included for any locations).</span></span></li> <li><span><span>We can customize the tour and stops to fit your needs upon request.</span></span></li> </ul> <span><span><span>Tour Duration: </span>Four (4) Hours<br /> <br /> <span>Tour Can Operate:</span> </span></span> <ul> <li><span><span>The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>The recommended start time for this tour is between 7 am and 3 pm. In the spring and summer months, later start times can be accommodated.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7-days a week.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>The ideal seasons for this tour are the spring and fall due to comfortable temperatures for walking and being outdoors and foliage/horticulture in the park.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></li> </ul> <span><span><span>Wheelchair Accessible:</span> No<br /> <br /> <span>Physical Activity Level:</span> Light<br /> <br /> <span>Inclusions:</span> </span></span> <div></div> <div></div> <ul> <li><span><span>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Flexible Timing to fit your schedule</span></span></li> <li><span><span>This walking tour can accommodate up to 15 guests</span></span></li> <li><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></li> </ul> <span><span><span>Not Included:</span></span></span> <ul> <li><span><span>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</span></span></li> </ul> New York City: One World Observatory and 9/11 Memorial & Museum Private Tour - 4 Hours <div><span><span>Your private guide will take you to the 9/11 Memorial, a national tribute of remembrance and honor to those who perished in the attacks of September 11, 2001 and February 26, 1993. You will also explore the National September 11 Museum, the principal institution concerned with exploring the implications of the events of 9/11. </span></span></div>   <div><span><span>Now on the site is One World Trade and your tour will end by ascending to the top and experiencing One World Observatory. Look towards the horizon and feel the city’s invincible spirit. Take the iconic sights, surrounding waters, panoramic views of the skyline, and beyond from the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere. </span></span></div>   <div><span><span>Please note that this tour is for parties of four or less.<br /> <br /> <img alt="" src="https://www.signaturetravelnetwork.com/images/mckann/4322%20911%20+%20OWO%20-%20Collage.jpg" /></span></span><br />  </div> <table border="" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"> <tbody> <tr> <td> <br /> <strong><u><span><span>Included:</span></span></u></strong></td> <td> <br /> <strong><u><span><span>Not Included:</span></span></u></strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td> <ul> <li><span><span>English speaking tour guide</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Driver, Vehicle, Driver gratuity</span></span></li> </ul> <ul> <li><span><span>24-Hour Emergency Phone Number</span></span></li> </ul> </td> <td> <ul> <li><span><span>Guide gratuity</span></span></li> </ul> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> New York City: Brooklyn Essential Walking Tour - 4 Hours <p><span><strong><img alt="Brooklyn Essential Walking Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Brooklyn-Essential-Walking-Tour.jpg" /><br /> <br /> <br /> Highlights:</strong></span><br /> <br /> Brooklyn Bridge - Opened in 1883 after thirteen years of construction and was built across the East River to connect Manhattan with the then-rural city of Brooklyn. From the beginning, the bridge’s designer, John A. Roebling, planned not just a structure of convenience, but a great work of art that would stand the test of time. The Brooklyn Bridge is a fully accessible bridge, with a center lane above traffic open to bicycle and pedestrian traffic. Your fully guided tour takes you on a walk across the Brooklyn Bridge; a walk taken every day by commuters and tourists, and during times of crisis, such as after the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center on 9/11. Brooklyn Heights- One of the best-kept secrets of the City of New York is Brooklyn Heights, a beautiful district in Brooklyn. Some historians call it one of the first suburbs in the United States. Brooklyn Heights is unique as it radiates a hometown atmosphere while situated right next door to one of the most recognizable cityscapes in the world. In 1964, Brooklyn Heights was the first area designated as a New York City Historic District. You will understand why as you see Federal style homes built in the 1820s, brick and brownstone homes from the 1830s and 1840s, and two Italianate mansions that overlook Pierrepont Street. DUMBO- DUMBO’s name is an acronym for Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass, and the span gives the creatively oriented neighborhood much of its character—as do cobblestone streets and dramatic architecture left over from its industrial days. Today, DUMBO features art galleries, independent bookshops, boutiques, confectionaries, and waterfront parks where locals and tourists thrive. DUMBO offers some of the best photo ops including the Empire State Building framed by the Manhattan Bridge.</p> <ul> <li>4-Hours with a private guide.<br />  </li> <li>Guests will walk across the Brooklyn Bridge from the Manhattan side where they will learn the history and view the spectacular skyline. Guests will then venture into Brooklyn Heights which is a posh residential area filled with elegant brownstones. Here, guests will learn about the culture and the history of the area which is often referred to as the first suburb in the United States. Guests will also visit the waterfront park before heading to DUMBO and then back to Manhattan.<br />  </li> <li>During the tour you may also see: Dumbo Art Galleries, views of Lady Liberty, Manhattan Bridge and Empire State Building (indoor entrance tickets are not included for any locations).</li> <li> <p>All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.</p> </li> <li>We can customize the tour and stops to fit your needs upon request.</li> </ul> <p><span>Tour Duration: </span>Four (4) Hours<br /> <br /> <span>Tour Can Operate:</span> </p> <ul> <li> <p>The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</p> </li> <li> <p>This tour is offered all year round, 7-days a week.</p> </li> </ul> <p><span>Wheelchair Accessible:</span> No<br /> <br /> <span>Physical Activity Level:</span> Light<br /> <br /> <span>Inclusions:</span> </p> <p></p> <p></p> <ul> <li>Experience the Best of Brooklyn on foot and receive local tips from your savvy local guide</li> <li> <p>Guide's gratuity is not included</p> </li> <li>24-hour support phone number</li> </ul> <p><span>Not Included:</span></p> <ul> <li> <p>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</p> </li> </ul> New York City: SoHo <span><span><span>Like most of the developing city in the early years, SoHo (which stands for South of Houston Street – and by the way, it’s pronounced How-ston) started as a small village.  Over time, the neighborhood went from the wealthiest, to the most industrial, to a slum called “Hell’s 100 acres.”  Now it is back to trendy again.  SoHo is one of the most stylish neighborhoods in New York City, with clues of its past around every corner.  Several of its cast iron buildings built in the mid-1800s still stand.  As you explore the area, you will get the feel of its many cobblestone streets.  When artists arrived in SoHo in the 1970s, they began the revival of the neighborhood.  You’ll visit two of SoHo’s famed art galleries, including the <strong>Earth Room</strong>.  Next to SoHo is NoLIta – which is Northern Little Italy.  The area is home to the old <strong>St. Patrick’s Cathedral</strong>.  One story in particular your guide will impart is the 1799 murder of Elma Sands, the “Ghost of Spring Street.”</span></span></span><br /> <br /> <img alt="" src="https://www.signaturetravelnetwork.com/images/mckann/4339%20Soho%20-%20Collage.jpg" /><br />   <table border="" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"> <tbody> <tr> <td> <br /> <strong><u><span><span>Included:</span></span></u></strong></td> <td> <br /> <strong><u><span><span>Not Included:</span></span></u></strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td> <ul> <li><span><span>English speaking tour guide</span></span></li> <li><span><span>24-Hour Emergency Phone Number</span></span></li> </ul> </td> <td> <ul> <li><span><span>Transportation can be added</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Guide gratuity</span></span></li> </ul> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> New York City: Private Bike Tour of Central Park <table border="" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"> <tbody> <tr> <td colspan="2"><span><span>What could be better than a guided bike ride in Central Park, the first landscaped public park in the USA?  Your guide, a city-licensed professional, rides alongside you and shows you all that the park has to offer: Bethesda Fountain, hidden waterfalls, cast-iron bridges, movie scenes, celebrity homes, and skyscrapers, all while passing beneath many of the park’s 26,000 trees.  You’ll learn the history of New York City, told in terms of the development of the city and its parks.  You’ll bike right up to Strawberry Fields, the memorial to the life of John Lennon, to see the famous building where he lived, and much more! <br /> <br /> <img alt="" src="https://www.signaturetravelnetwork.com/images/mckann/4344%20Bike%20Tour%20in%20CP%20-%20Collage.jpg" /></span></span><br />  </td> </tr> <tr> <td> <br /> <strong><u><span><span>Included:</span></span></u></strong></td> <td> <br /> <strong><u><span><span>Not Included:</span></span></u></strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td> <ul> <li><span><span>English speaking licensed tour guide</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Comfort hybrid bike and helmet</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Bike lock & bike basket</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Bottle of water</span></span></li> <li><span><span>24-Hour Emergency Phone Number</span></span></li> </ul> </td> <td> <ul> <li><span><span>Guide gratuity</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Transportation can be added</span></span></li> </ul> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> New York City: The Origins of NYC Sightseeing Program <span><span>New York </span></span><span><span><span>traces its rich history to Lower Manhattan, the meeting point of the Hudson River and the East River.  Originally named Nieuw (New) Amsterdam, New York City began as a small Dutch settlement in what is now known as Lower Manhattan.  Broadway, which was then called Heere Straat (Gentleman Street), was nothing but a small road.  Wall Street actually had a wall back in 1653 to protect the settlers from attacks.  As the city grew, so did the nation.  New York was the first capital of the United States and the spot where George Washington was inaugurated is marked by his statue.  Over the years, Lower Manhattan has become the financial capital of the world.  Today, the streets are teeming with people and filled with stories of New York’s past, present, and future.  As you explore Lower Manhattan with your guide, you’ll see the <strong>9/11 Memorial</strong>, <strong>St. Paul’s Chapel</strong>, <strong>Battery Park</strong>, and <strong>Trinity Church</strong> as you learn about the history of the Native Americans, Dutch, and English.</span></span></span> <br /> <br /> <img alt="" src="https://www.signaturetravelnetwork.com/images/mckann/4348%20Origins%20of%20NYC_891C3738-B4B5-2F64-66BAFB655E5ACFB4.jpg" /> <table border="" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"> <tbody> <tr> <td> <br /> <strong><u><span><span>Included:</span></span></u></strong></td> <td> <br /> <strong><u><span><span>Not Included:</span></span></u></strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td> <ul> <li><span><span>English speaking tour guide</span></span></li> </ul> <ul> <li><span><span>24-Hour Emergency Phone Number</span></span></li> </ul> </td> <td> <ul> <li><span><span>Transportation can be added</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Guide gratuity</span></span></li> </ul> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> New York City: A Cultural Walk Through Little Italy and Chinatown - 4 Hours <img alt="" src="https://www.signaturetravelnetwork.com/images/mckann/4354%20A%20Cultural%20Walk%20Through%20Little%20Italy%20and%20Chinatown.jpg" /> <p><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> There are numerous ethnic groups in New York City, but only two have neighborhoods named after them: one is Little Italy, and the other is Chinatown. Little Italy was formed in the late 1800s as millions of Italian immigrants streamed into the United States. And although nowadays you do not hear much Italian on the street, there are still old school establishments that carry on the traditions. Chinatown on the other hand is still growing and when you enter it, it is like being transported to another country. All the signs are in Chinese, the languages spoken are all dialects of Chinese, the produce and food shops sell many items you will not recognize. It is a submersion into another culture. Join your guide on this walking tour and find out what is below the surface that makes both these neighborhoods even more unique and intriguing.</p> <ul> <li>Meet your guide on the corner of Lafayette and Broome Street in Little Italy.<br />  </li> <li>Walk the neighborhood including Mulberry Street, Mott Street, Canal Street, Five Points, Mahayana Buddhist Temple, Columbus Park, Chatham Square, First Shearith Israel Graveyard.<br />  </li> <li> <p>All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.</p> </li> <li>We can customize the tour and stops to fit your needs upon request.</li> </ul> <p><span>Tour Duration: </span>Four (4) Hours<br /> <br /> <span>Tour Can Operate:</span> </p> <ul> <li> <p>The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</p> </li> <li> <p>This tour is offered all year round, 7-days a week.</p> </li> </ul> <p><span>Wheelchair Accessible:</span> No<br /> <br /> <span>Physical Activity Level:</span> Light<br /> <br /> <span>Inclusions:</span> </p> <ul> <li> <p>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide</p> </li> <li> <p>Flexible timing </p> </li> <li> <p>Driver gratuity included (guide gratuity is not included)</p> </li> <li>24-hour support phone number</li> </ul> <p><span>Not Included:</span></p> <ul> <li> <p>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</p> </li> </ul> <div></div> New York City: Private NYC Pizza and Gelato Challenge - 4 Hours <img alt="Private NYC Pizza and Gelato Challenge" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/NYC-Private-Pizza-and-Gelato-Challenge.jpg" /> <div font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span><span>Highlights:</span><br /> <br /> Ciao Bella! Like pizza and love gelato? Then, this tour is for you! Experience three different downtown neighborhoods (South Village, West Village and Union Square) as you sample pizza from three (3) different slice joints/sit down pizzerias, rating them as you go. Learn about the history of pizza in NYC and what goes into making the finest pizza. For dessert, you will compare the offerings at two (2) different gelateries, discuss how gelato is made, and learn why it’s so different from American ice cream. You’ll use a scoring sheet, rating the pizza based on visual appeal, crust, sauce/topping and overall enjoyment. Gelato will be rated on case appeal, flavors offered, portion size/value ratio, flavor, texture and overall pleasure. What a great and yummy way to play a food critic!<br /> <br /> Your guide is a well-respected culinary historian, cookbook author and culinary educator with a specialty in fine chocolate and other artisanal foods. Her accolades include a certificate of outstanding achievement from The James Beard Foundation and a book award from The International Association of Culinary Professionals. From Jacques Pepin to Julia Child, Thomas Keller, Jacques Torres, Daniel Boulud and Padma Lakshmi, she has worked with the most distinguished culinary talent.</span></span></div> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li><span><span>4-hours with a private tour guide.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Meet your guide at the Arch at Washington Square Park where you will see the statue of Garibaldi and learn about the Italian immigrants in NYC.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>You’ll stop at three (3) different pizza joints and two (2) gelateries including Joe’s Pizza or Bleecker St Pizza, Rivoli Pizza, Ribalta (sit-down restaurant), Venchi and Amorino, rating each tasting as you go.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Along the way, you will learn about the different ethnic neighborhoods.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>We can customize the tour and stops to fit your needs upon request.</span></span></li> </ul> <div font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span><span>Tour Duration:  4 </span>Hours<br /> <br /> <span>Tour Can Operate:</span> </span></span></div> <ul> <li><span><span>This tour can begin any time between 11:30am and 3:00pm during summer hours and between 11:30 am and 2:00pm during winter hours.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, Thursdays thru Sundays only.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>The ideal seasons for this tour are the spring and fall due to comfortable temperatures for walking and being outdoors.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></li> </ul> <div font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span><span>Wheelchair Accessible:</span> No<br /> <br /> <span>Physical Activity Level:</span> Light<br /> <br /> <span>Inclusions:</span> </span></span></div> <div font-size:="" sans="" source=""></div> <div font-size:="" sans="" source=""></div> <ul> <li><span><span>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local culinary specialist guide.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Food tastings are included.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Flexible Timing to fit your schedule.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>This walking/food tour can accommodate up to 8 guests.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></li> </ul> <div> <div font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span><span>Exclusions:</span><span> </span></span></span></div> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li> <div><span><span>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included.</span></span></div> </li> </ul> </div> New York City: Private Cupcake Tasting Tour - 4 Hours <p font-size:="" sans="" source=""></p> <div font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span><img alt="Private Cupcake Tasting Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Private-Cupcake-Tasting-Tour.jpg" /><br /> <br /> Highlights:</span></span></div> <div font-size:="" sans="" source=""><br /> <span>Since their creation, cupcakes have become a pop culture trend in the culinary world. In the early 21st century, a trend for cupcake shops, known as cupcakeries, which are specialized bakeries that sell little or nothing except cupcakes, developed in the United States, playing off the sense of nostalgia evoked by the cakes. There are dozens of upscale bakeries in New York City. Shops like Magnolia Bakery gained publicity in their appearance on popular television shows like Sex and the City. On the tour, you will taste and rate your way through some of the city's best cupcakes, ranking them on presentation, frosting quality/style, and moistness/crumb density. Learn about trends in the cupcake world, visit a commercial kitchen, and learn about the cupcake's unlikely origins.<br /> <br /> Your guide is a well-respected culinary historian, cookbook author and culinary educator with a specialty in fine chocolate and other artisanal foods. Her accolades include a certificate of outstanding achievement from The James Beard Foundation and a book award from The International Association of Culinary Professionals. From Jacques Pepin to Julia Child, Thomas Keller, Jacques Torres, Daniel Boulud and Padma Lakshmi, she has worked with the most distinguished culinary talent.</span></div>   <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li><span>4-hours with a private tour guide</span><br />  </li> <li><span>Meet your guide at the Arch at Washington Square Park (Washington Square North)</span><br />  </li> <li><span>You’ll stop at four (4) trendy bake shops for a taste and learn about the neighborhood along the way.</span><br />  </li> <li> <div><span>All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.</span></div> </li> <li><span>We can customize the tour and stops to fit your needs upon request.</span></li> </ul> <div></div> <div font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span>Tour Duration: </span>Three (3) Hours<br /> <br /> <span>Tour Can Operate:</span> </span></div> <ul> <li><span>The starting time and date of the tour is between 10:00am and 3:00pm</span></li> <li><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7-days a week (Mondays are typically avoided due to bakery hours)</span><br />  </li> <li><span>The ideal seasons for this tour are the spring and fall due to comfortable temperatures for walking and being outdoors.</span></li> </ul> <div font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span>Wheelchair Accessible:</span> No<br /> <br /> <span>Physical Activity Level:</span> Light<br /> <br /> <span>Inclusions:</span> </span></div> <div font-size:="" sans="" source=""></div> <div font-size:="" sans="" source=""></div> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li><span>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local culinary specialist guide</span><br />  </li> <li><span>Food tastings are included</span><br />  </li> <li><span>Flexible timing to fit your schedule</span><br />  </li> <li><span>24-hour support phone number</span></li> </ul> <div font-size:="" sans="" source=""><br /> <span><span>Not Included:</span></span></div> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li> <div><span>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</span></div> </li> </ul> New York City: Treasures of the MET - 2 Hours <p font-size:="" sans="" source=""></p> <div font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span><span><img alt="Treasures of the MET" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Treasures-of-the-MET.jpg" /></span></span></span></div> <p font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span>Highlights:</span><br /> <br /> This tour introduces visitors to the most important works in the permanent collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art such as the outstanding collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings including works by Van Gogh, Monet, Renoir and Degas, the inspiring American Wing featuring the iconic painting of Washington Crossing the Delaware and spectacular examples of Tiffany stained glass, the extraordinary sculpture of the ancient Greeks, the world of Ancient Egypt including the Temple of Dendur, and much more.</span></p> <p font-size:="" sans="" source=""></p> <p font-size:="" sans="" source=""></p> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li> <p><span>2-hours with a private art specialist tour guide.</span></p> </li> </ul> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li> <p><span>Meet your guide at the main entrance of the Museum to begin your experience. Your guide will take you through the permanent collection with commentary along the way. Your guide is a true expert that will make the museum come to life and be able to answer your questions in depth.</span></p> </li> </ul> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li> <p><span>All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.</span></p> </li> <li> <p><span>We can customize the tour and stops to fit your needs upon request.</span></p> </li> </ul> <p font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span>Tour Duration: </span>2 Hours<br /> <br /> <span>Tour Can Operate:</span> </span></p> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li> <p><span>The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></p> </li> <li> <p><span>The start time of this tour can be between 1:001am and 2:00pm. The MET closes at 5:00pm midweek.</span></p> </li> </ul> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li> <p><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7-days a week (currently the museum is closed on Wednesdays and major holidays).</span></p> </li> </ul> <p font-size:="" sans="" source=""><br /> <span><span>Wheelchair Accessible:</span> No<br /> <br /> <span>Physical Activity Level:</span> Light<br /> <br /> <span>Inclusions:</span> </span></p> <p font-size:="" sans="" source=""></p> <p font-size:="" sans="" source=""></p> <p font-size:="" sans="" source=""></p> <p font-size:="" sans="" source=""></p> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li> <p><span>Experience this iconic museum with your savvy art specialist guide</span></p> </li> </ul> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li> <p><span>Flexible Timing to fit your schedule</span></p> </li> </ul> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li> <p><span>This private tour can accommodate up to 15 guests</span></p> </li> <li> <p><span>Admission to the Metropolitan Museum of Art</span></p> </li> <li> <p><span>24-hour support phone number</span></p> </li> </ul> <div 0px="" font-size:="" margin:="" sans="" source=""> <p><span><span>Exclusions:</span><span> </span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</span></p> </li> </ul> </div> New York City: Home Alone 2: Christmas in New York Private Tour - 5 Hours <img alt="Home Alone 2: Christmas in New York Private Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Home-Alone-2-Christmas-in-New-York-Private-Tour-162-1.jpg" /> <p font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span><span>Highlights:</span></span></span><br /> <br /> <span>Prepare to unleash your inner Kevin McAllister in the heart of NYC on an exclusive private tour that takes you into the world of the iconic holiday film Home Alone 2. You'll walk in Kevin's footsteps as you explore the locations that made the movie unforgettable. Picture yourself at the elegant Plaza Hotel, immersing yourself in the allure of Central Park, basking in electrifying Times Square & more. That's not all - you'll also visit an observation deck to take in breathtaking holiday views from above for an unforgettable scene in your own NYC adventure! With us, you'll never be lost in New York!</span></p> <p font-size:="" sans="" source=""></p> <p font-size:="" sans="" source=""></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li> <p><span><span><b>Your Ride Awaits: </b><span>Your five-hour holiday experience begins when you’re picked up in your private luxury vehicle by a professional driver, along with an expert tour guide at a designated location in Manhattan of your choice.</span></span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span><b>Ready, Set, Action:</b> </span></span></p> <ul type="disc"> <li> <p><span><span>Your first stop is the legendary Plaza Hotel, where Kevin's escapades began. You’ll immerse yourself in the opulence of this iconic establishment, where Kevin transformed the prestigious property into his personal playground, indulged in extravagant experiences and outsmarted the staff along the way.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Next, prepare to be enchanted as you step into the magical wonderland of FAO Schwarz, famously known as Duncan's Closet in the movie. This whimsical destination becomes a prime target for the mischievous antics of the notorious "Wet Bandits."</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>You’ll then head to always enchanting Central Park, the very place where Kevin formed an extraordinary bond with the captivating "Pigeon Lady," visit the Empire Diner where a towering Santa on stilts startled Kevin, adding a dash of whimsy to his escapades, marvel at the awe-inspiring views of Lady Liberty from Battery Park, soak in the excitement of Times Square and end up at the iconic Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, the symbol of joy and hope, where Kevin's heartwarming reunion with his mom took place.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>After you’ve “scene” all of these iconic – and sentimental – filming spots, you’ll head to one of the city’s awe-inspiring observation decks where you’ll be treated to a view of New York City’s skyline all dressed up in its holiday best. Your choices? The Empire State Building (an NYC classic!), Rockefeller Center’s very own Top of the Rock, Hudson Yard’s unique EDGE or the dazzling SUMMIT One Vanderbilt.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span><i>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included.</i></span></span></p> </li> </ul> </li> <li> <p><span><span><b>And…Cut:</b> When your unforgettable journey through Manhattan ala Kevin McAllister draws to a close, your luxury vehicle will transport you back to your hotel (or another predetermined drop-off location) in style as you reminisce about the day’s adventures.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span><span>Tour Duration: 5-</span>Hours<br /> <br /> <span>Tour Can Operate:</span> </span></span></p> <ul font-size:="" sans="" source=""> <li> <p><span><span>We recommend an early start time to beat the traffic.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered 7 days a week from mid-November through December.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p font-size:="" sans="" source=""><span><span><span>Wheelchair Accessible:</span> No<br /> <br /> <span>Physical Activity Level:</span> Light<br /> <br /> <span>Inclusions:</span> </span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Ride in comfort in our luxury vehicles with professional drivers and bottled water.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Door-to-door service and flexible timing (additional charge for outside of Manhattan).</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Driver gratuity included.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Tour can be customized based on your interests.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <div 0px="" font-size:="" margin:="" sans="" source=""> <p><span><span><span>Exclusions:</span><span> </span></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Indoor admissions (with the exception of the Observation Deck chosen) not included.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div></div> <div></div> <div></div> New York City: Private Bagel Making, Cragel and Donut Deluxe NYC Food Tour - 4 Hours <p><img alt="Private Bagel Making, Cragel and Donut Deluxe NYC Food Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Private-Bagel-Cragel-and-Donut-Deluxe-Tour-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> When you think of New York City – what food comes to mind? If you said bagels, you’d most likely be in the majority. There’s nothing like a NYC bagel for breakfast, brunch, lunch - and heck for dinner too! Now you can experience the best of the best thanks to our EXCLUSIVE Private Bagel Making, Cragel and Donut Deluxe NYC Food Tour.<br />  <br /> Now, this is not your ordinary NYC bagel tour. Why? Because on our exclusive NYC private tour, you’ll have the rare opportunity to get hands-on by helping to make authentic New York bagels at the best bagel shop in the city! And no food tour would be complete without sampling the fare – meaning you get to taste the best bagels, cream cheeses and lox the Big Apple has to offer as well!  And it’s not just bagels you get to learn about – you’ll also visit the bagel shop that makes the world’s only “cragel” – a half-bagel, half-croissant, that combines the dense chewiness of the bagel with the buttery flakiness of the croissant. Finally, as you may have surmised by the title of this experience, you’ll finish on a sweet note with a donut from a famous donut shop that’s been a Brooklyn staple for over 60 years - and was featured in the latest Spider-Man movie!</span></span><br />  </p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Your exclusive bagel adventure begins when your professional driver and expert, licensed tour guide pick you up at your hotel in a private luxury vehicle. </span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>From there you’ll head to your first stop, Utopia Bagels in Whitestone, Queens. Here you’ll not only discover the history of this iconic food and how it’s made, but you’ll also get a unique hands-on bagel rolling and baking experience! And of course, you’ll also get to sample those delicious hot fresh bagels, a variety of spreads, and a luxurious lox sandwich.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>After that amazing experience you’ll get back into your luxury vehicle and continue to the next stop on the tour, which is Bagel Point in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. This particular bagel shop is home to the famous “cragel” which is a pastry that combines a bagel and a croissant for one tasty treat. Here you will also get to sample the fare and if you would like, you can also take part in another hands-on rolling experience.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>And if that isn’t enough yumminess for one day, after your cragel expedition you’ll take a short stroll down the block to Brooklyn’s best donut shop, Peter Pan Donuts, where you’ll finish the day off with a sweet treat of your choice.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>When your NYC food tour comes to an end, and you are now officially a “bagel expert,” your luxury transfer will be waiting to take you back to your hotel or other predetermined drop-off location.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span><strong><em>All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions. </em></strong></span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><br /> <br /> <span><span><strong>Tour Duration:</strong> 4-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule. </span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>This exclusive experience is offered daily, year-round, subject to availability. However, the best days to experience this tour would be Monday through Thursday.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Recommended starting time is between 8:00am and 1:00pm.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour. </span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><br /> <span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Ride in comfort in our luxury vehicles with professional drivers and bottled water</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Door-to-door service and flexible timing (additional charge for outside of Manhattan)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>4-Hours with a bagel expert on a guided tour of “the bagel capital of the world” including:</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Private demonstration and class</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Hands-on bagel rolling and baking experience</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Learn the dos and don’ts of New York’s bagel culture </span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Sample the best bagels, spreads, cragels and donuts NYC has to offer</span></span></p> </li> </ul> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Driver gratuity included </span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><br /> <span><span><strong>Exclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span><em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</em></span></span></p> </li> </ul> New York City: History Highlights Private NYC History Tour - 8 Hours <img alt="History Highlights Private NYC History Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/History-Highlights-Private-NYC-History-Tour-1.jpg" /> <p><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> Beyond Times Square’s History Highlights Private NYC History Tour is an absolute must if you are a fan of history - in particular the history of New York City. Created just for history buffs, this look at the rich history of the Big Apple is led by one of our local licensed tour guides - who, of course, is a history specialist.<br /> Your full-day specialty experience will start in Brooklyn and end at the iconic Empire State Building - with plenty of stops along the way. You'll start your New York history tour in Brooklyn with a walk over the world-famous Brooklyn Bridge into Manhattan. From there you'll embark on our Origins of New York Private Walking Tour to see where it all started as "New Amsterdam" - a small Dutch settlement that today is known as Lower Manhattan. After taking in various historical sites, your tour will end and you get to enjoy lunch at NYC's most historic - and oldest - bar and restaurant. But it's not over yet, because after lunch you'll be treated to a private 90-minute tour of the iconic Empire State Building with one of their Official Ambassadors! Don't miss out on this fabulous opportunity to delve into the history of America's Melting Pot!<br /> <br /> • Your historical tour of NYC begins when your private driver picks you up at your hotel in a luxury vehicle to take you to the start of your tour in Brooklyn.<br /> <br /> • Here you'll meet your expert tour guide and start your journey with a walk over the infamous Brooklyn Bridge, taking in breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline, the Statue of Liberty and other sites along the East River. Your step back into history commences as you disembark the bridge's walkway into Lower Manhattan - which you will see like never before - through history.<br /> <br /> • Walking in the footsteps of early settlers, you'll be enchanted by stories and little-known facts your tour guide will share. As you wind your way through Lower Manhattan, you'll see the spot where George Washington was inaugurated, St. Paul’s Chapel - which is the oldest church building in Manhattan, Trinity Church - where you will find out why it was an important site during the American Revolution, the infinity pools of the 9/11 Memorial and more.<br /> <br /> • At the conclusion of your tour, it's time for a scrumptious lunch. You'll have premade reservations at the historical Fraunces Tavern, which is a National Landmark building that once served as a watering hole for many of the Founding Fathers of the US!<br /> <br /> • After lunch your private luxury vehicle will pick you up to head to the Empire State Building in Midtown Manhattan. Upon arrival, you'll meet up with one of the building's Official Ambassadors who'll take you on a fun and informative 90-minute tour. Here you'll get VIP treatment, hear about the history of the building and be treated to insider access.<br /> <br /> • When your time at the Empire State Building comes to an end your luxury transfer will be waiting to take you back to your hotel or other drop-off location of your choice.<br /> <br /> •<em><strong> All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.</strong></em><br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>Approximately 8 Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>We recommend a start time of between 8:00am and 11:00am.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><br /> <span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong><br /> <br /> • Private Local History Specialist Tour Guide for 4-hours (for the walk over the Brooklyn Bridge and the Origins of NY Private Walking Tour)<br /> <br /> • Lunch reservation at Fraunces Tavern (the cost of the meal is not included)<br /> <br /> • 90-minute official private tour of the Empire State Building - including access to the 86th-floor observation deck<br /> <br /> • One-way transfer via luxury vehicle from your hotel to Brooklyn for the start of the tour<br /> <br /> • One-way transfer via luxury vehicle from Fraunces Tavern to the Empire State Building<br /> <br /> • Driver gratuities are included<br /> <br /> • 24-hour support phone number<br /> <br /> <strong>Exclusions:</strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuities for the tour guides are not included<br /> <br /> Cost of lunch at Fraunces Tavern is not included</em></span></span></p> New York City: A Day Well Spent in Brooklyn Tour - 8 Hours <p><img alt="A Day Well Spent in Brooklyn Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/A-Day-Well-Spent-in-Brooklyn-Tour-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> Over the years the borough of Brooklyn has become increasingly popular and, like Manhattan, contains many must-see and do experiences. Our “A Day Well Spent in Brooklyn Tour” showcases two of its main attractions - sensational street art and fabulous ethnic foods – which you’ll get to explore through a Private Graffiti Walking Tour and Workshop and a Brooklyn Neighborhoods Highlights Tour.<br /> <br /> First, our private graffiti tour offers a very unique experience. This tour is an amazing opportunity to get up-close views of Brooklyn's incredible street art. But that's not all! You also get to attend a private graffiti workshop with a local artist where you can create your own work of art. Afterward, it’s time to explore some of Brooklyn's most famous - and historic - neighborhoods. Your local expert tour guide will introduce you to areas such as Williamsburg, Greenpoint, Brooklyn Heights and DUMBO. As you walk you'll hear about their history, learn little-known facts and see hidden gems. And - since it's also a Brooklyn food tour - you'll be treated to three delectable food tastings along the way. Join us for this two-part private Brooklyn walking tour that's sure to be a highlight of your NYC vacation!<br /> <br /> • Your A Day Well Spent in Brooklyn Tour begins when our professional driver picks you up at your hotel or another pre-determined location to start your adventure in a private luxury vehicle.<br /> <br /> • You’ll then embark on your first walking tour – our Private Graffiti Walking Tour & Workshop that takes place in Bushwick, an up-and-coming neighborhood in northern Brooklyn. Here the larger-than-life street art will enchant you as you hear about the origins of the Bushwick Collective, which has become the most famous street art exhibition in NYC.<br /> <br /> • But that is not the end of your graffiti experience! Part of the tour is also a private workshop where a graffiti artist will provide a lesson, paint, tarps, stencils and a canvas for you and your guests to create a mural to take home.<br /> <br /> • Next up is Brooklyn Neighborhoods Highlights Tour. Here you’ll explore Williamsburg, Greenpoint, DUMBO (which is an acronym for Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass) and more in your luxury vehicle with your expert local tour guide. Perhaps the best part of the tour? You also get to partake in three ethnic food tastings such as a delicious slice of Brooklyn pizza. And no worries - there will be more than enough food to count as a super scrumptious lunch!<br /> <br /> • When your Brooklyn adventure is over your professional driver will drive you back to Manhattan and drop you off at a location of your choosing.<br /> <br /> <em><strong>• All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.</strong></em><br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration:</strong> Approximately 8 Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>We recommend a start time of between 8:00am and 11:00am.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions: </strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>One-way transfer via luxury vehicle to Brooklyn (with bottled water)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Hourly car service for 5 hours (including bottled water) that ends in Manhattan at your hotel (or a custom location of your choice)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Private Graffiti Walking Tour & Workshop in one of the premier mural districts in the US with a specialist guide (2 hours)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Private local tour guide for 4 hours</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>4-Hour Brooklyn Neighborhoods Highlights Tour with ethnic food tastings along the way (3 tastings included with enough food for lunch)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Driver gratuity is included</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions: </strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuities for the tour guides are not included.</em></span></span></p> New York City: All Things Kids Family Friendly NYC Private Tour - 8 Hours <p><img alt="All Things Kids Family Friendly NYC Private Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/All-Things-Kids-Family-Friendly-NYC-Private-Tour-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong></span></span><br />  </p> <p><span><span><span>Embark on a fun-filled NYC day with our All Things Kids Private Tour. This exclusive experience is a kid-centered day filled with memories for the whole family. You'll start with your private vehicle and driver who will take you to FAO Schwarz where a Toy Soldier will welcome you for a private tour before opening to the public. After your tour, your vehicle and private tour guide will be waiting to take you to the American Museum of Natural History, where you'll enjoy a self-guided scavenger hunt that uncovers museum secrets. After that it's time for lunch then you're off to stroll through the enchanting Central Park Zoo! </span></span></span></p> <p><br /> <span><span>• Your family-friendly adventure begins when you get picked up in a private luxury vehicle by a professional driver.<br /> <br /> • Then it’s off to FAO Schwarz for your 9:00 am private tour - before the store opens to the public!<br /> <br /> • Upon arrival you’ll meet your personal guide for the behind-the-scenes tour, one of their famous Toy Soldiers! Here you’ll learn about the history of FAO Schwarz, raid the Candy Bar, receive a plush souvenir and have your own personal shopper!<br /> <br /> • At the completion of your tour, your expert tour guide will meet you at the store - along with your private luxury vehicle - to take you to your next adventure.<br /> <br /> • Next, you’ll head to the American Museum of Natural History where you'll meet up with a scavenger hunt host who'll give you instructions and send you on your 90-minute fun and educational scavenger hunt.<br /> <br /> • By now you’re all sure to have worked up an appetite and your tour guide will be happy to make some suggestions that has something on the menu for everyone’s taste. Perhaps Shake Shack or Milk Bar?<br /> <br /> • After lunch it’s time to take a stroll to the next stop – the Central Park Zoo! Here you'll spot snow monkeys, sea lions, grizzly bears, penguins and more.<br /> <br /> • After your family fun day, you can opt to spend more time in Central Park or book a private luxury vehicle to take you back to your hotel or location of your choice for an additional cost.</span></span></p> <p><span><span><em><strong>• All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.</strong></em><br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>Approximately 8 Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting date of the tour is customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Tour starts at 9:00am (starting times may change based on time of the year).</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Luxury transportation (Hotel to FAO Schwarz and FAO Schwarz to American Museum of Natural History)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>1-hour FAO Schwarz Behind-The-Scenes Tour </span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Full Day Private BTSQ tour guide</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>2-hour self-guided scavenger hunt at the American Museum of Natural History (includes museum admission)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>A stop for lunch</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Central Park Zoo admission</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number </span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions:</strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included.<br /> <br /> Lunch is not included in the cost of the experience.<br /> <br /> Additional charge for pick-up or drop-off outside of Manhattan.</em></span></span><br /> <br /> <em></em><em><span>The scavenger hunt is designed for kids ages 7 and up.  There is a lot of reading and walking and younger children may lose interest.</span></em></p> New York City: Art & Architecture Wonders of NYC Tour - 8 Hours <p><img alt="Art & Architecture Wonders of NYC Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Wonders-of-NYC-Art-Tour-Architecture-Cruise-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> Attention art and architecture enthusiasts! Beyond Times Square has created a full-day specialty experience with you in mind - our Art & Architecture Wonders of NYC Tour. Combining an NYC art tour with an NYC architecture tour, this adventure allows you to partake in both, courtesy of industry experts.<br /> <br /> Your Manhattan art journey begins with a private tour of the Metropolitan Museum of Art with an art specialist tour guide. Afterward, you'll enjoy a delicious lunch with a view atop the Museum of Arts and Design. After lunch, it's time to start the architecture aspect of the experience with an NYC architecture boat tour around Manhattan. Taking place on a climate-controlled 1920’s style yacht, your professional American Institute of Architects guide will help you to see the skyline from a whole new perspective.<br /> <br /> Thanks to private, luxury transportation included to get you from place to place, and the assistance of our Destination Experts to plan the timing of the day, all you have to do is enjoy the beauty that will surround you from start to finish.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Your day begins when you get picked up in a private luxury vehicle and head to the Metropolitan Museum of Art – or the MET – where you will experience it like never before.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Here you’ll meet your private tour guide – an art specialist – who will introduce you to the Met’s most important works in its permanent collection such as the outstanding collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>As you take in the collection of rare and beautiful objects that are housed in this iconic museum, you’ll also learn more about their significance.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>When your two hours at the MET are over, you’ll be picked up by your private driver for a short ride to the elegant ROBERT that sits atop The Museum of Arts and Design at Columbus Circle.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Thanks to pre-made reservations your table will be ready and waiting for you. Once seated you'll enjoy breathtaking views of Central Park as you dine on the finest of fare at this modern classic. You’ll also be surrounded by intriguing artwork from renowned artists including Johanna Grawunder’s Tangerines and Cherry Blossom, Phillip Michael Wolfson’s Sounds Wave and Teresita Fernandez's Night Writing.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>After a scrumptious lunch your luxury vehicle will be waiting to take you to Chelsea Piers. Here you’ll board an elegant 1920’s style yacht complete with teak decks and private tables.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Onboard you’ll be treated to narration from a member of the American Institute of Architects who will educate and entertain you as you circumnavigate the island of Manhattan.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Topics of conversation, while you’re enjoying your cruise, may include the Beaux-Arts style buildings you spot along the way, the iconic spires of the Chrysler Building and the Woolworth Building, the waterfront monuments of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and Roosevelt Island, engineering masterpieces like the Brooklyn Bridge and the George Washington Bridge and much more!</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span><em><strong>All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.</strong></em></span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><br /> <span><span><strong>Tour Duration: </strong>Approximately 8 Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>We recommend a start time between 8:00am and 11:00am.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.<strong> </strong></span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>4-hour service via luxury vehicle + a one-way transfer within Manhattan via luxury vehicle</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Treasures of the MET Private Tour - A 2-hour tour of the Metropolitan Museum of Art with our Art Specialist Tour guide (museum admission included)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>AIA Around Manhattan Architecture Cruise – A 2.75-hour cruise on a climate-controlled 1920’s style yacht led by an official American Institute of Architects guide</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Lunch or dinner reservation at ROBERT (window view table if available)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Driver gratuity is included</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number<strong> </strong></span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions: </strong><br /> <br /> <em>* Cost of the meal at ROBERT is not included.<br /> Alternate restaurant to be suggested if ROBERT is not available.<br /> Gratuities for the tour guides are not included.</em></span></span></p> New York City: Build Your Own Full-Day NYC Private Tour - 8 Hours <p><img alt="Build Your Own Full-Day NYC Private Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Build-Your-Own-Full-Day-NYC-Private-Tour-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> Heading to New York City and not sure what your options are for topics of interest to you? Perhaps you love to wander through gardens, taking in all the flora and fauna when visiting new cities. Maybe you're a huge fan of motion pictures and/or television shows and would love to see where some of them were filmed. Possibly you're a wine or beer connoisseur who enjoys discovering new vintages and brews. Or it could be that you don't have a theme at all and just know that you want a fabulous day of touring that covers everything that interests you in the Big Apple.<br /> <br /> Whatever your interests may be, chances are NYC has options for you to explore them further. And that is where our Build Your Own Full-Day NYC Private Tour comes in! With this full-day specialty experience, you'll work with our Destination Experts to curate a customized day of private tours, experiences and attractions. Thanks to our team's knowledge, along with an extensive network of local experts and vendors, the sky is truly the limit. From private guide services to luxury transfer services to attraction entrances, restaurant reservations, Broadway tickets and more - BTSQ has you covered with this NYC tour package!<br /> <br /> • If gardens are your passion, there are plenty of opportunities to wander through them within the five boroughs. For instance, Mount Prospect Park is home to the Brooklyn Botanic Gardens. Staten Island offers Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden. You'll find the Queens Botanical Garden in Flushing. In the Bronx, you can visit Wave Hill Public Garden & Cultural Center. And Manhattan has a host of options, many located in Central Park.<br /> <br /> • New York City is home to world-class performing arts, museums, art galleries and more, meaning if you're into the arts, you've certainly come to the right place! Some of the finest examples of these forms of the arts would be The Metropolitan Museum of Art or the Met, the Museum of Modern Art aka MoMA, The Guggenheim Museum, The New York Public Library, Broadway, The Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, The Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM), The High Line and The Chelsea Galleries - just to name a few!<br /> <br /> • Are you a "foodie" who loves to try the cuisine when visiting a new city? Restaurants, food tours and culinary experiences abound in NYC! Some fabulous food tours include our Pizza & Gelato Food Tasting Walking Tour, our Private Bagel, Cragel and Donut Deluxe Tour and our Cupcake Food Tasting Walking Tour. Culinary experiences could encompass a Bateaux Dinner Cruise, a picnic lunch in Central Park and reservations at some of NYC's finest restaurants for breakfast, lunch, dinner and perhaps NYC's favorite meal - brunch!<br /> <br /> • Even if you have no "one" particular interest - or are interested in all kinds of topics, are celebrating a birthday or an anniversary or are just looking to get the most out of your time in the city, no worries, our Destination Experts can develop a customized package for you that includes a little bit of everything!<br /> <br /> • And of course - all of our NYC custom tours come with expert, local tour guides and can be set up as private walking tours or in a private luxury vehicle with a professional driver. Luxury transfers are also available as well as helicopter tours, bike tours and more!<br /> <br /> • <em><strong>All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.</strong></em><br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>Approximately 8 to 9-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate: </strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>We recommend a start time of between 8:00am and 11:00am.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Ride in comfort in our luxury vehicles with professional drivers and bottled water</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Door-to-door service and flexible timing (additional charge for outside of Manhattan)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>A curated full-day tour of New York City customized to your interests</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Driver gratuity included</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions:</strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</em></span></span></p> New York City: Central Park Fun Private NYC Central Park Tour - 8 Hours <img alt="Central Park Fun Private NYC Central Park Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Central-Park-Fun-Private-NYC-Central-Park-Tour-1.jpg" /> <p><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> It's the fifth-largest park in New York City. New Yorkers refer to it as their "backyard." It is one of the top tourist attractions that visitors flock to when visiting the city. It is 843 acres of a myriad of things to see and do between the Upper West and Upper East Sides of Manhattan. It is Central Park.<br /> <br /> Now you can enjoy a fabulous day of engaging activities thanks to our Central Park Fun Private NYC Central Park Tour! From a visit to the American Museum of Natural History with a licensed tour guide to a private walking tour of the park's highlights to a gourmet picnic lunch in the park - we have got it covered! But that's not all! This NYC private tour also comes with your choice of a private Central Park bike tour, horse and carriage tour or pedicab tour. Top that off with luxury roundtrip transportation to and from the park and your experience is seamless!<br /> <br /> <em>Note: This NYC tour package is offered year-round, however, the best seasons are spring, summer and early autumn. During the winter, or in the case of rain during any season, adjustments may be made to the program and alternatives or refunds will be offered.</em><br /> <br /> • Your Central Park Fun Day begins with your private driver picking you up in a luxury vehicle to take you to your first stop – the American Museum of Natural History.<br /> <br /> • At the American Museum of Natural History, you’ll meet up with your BTSQ private tour guide who will introduce you to museum must-sees and highlights. These highlights may include the Dinosaur Lab, the Gem and Mineral Hall, the Rose Center for Earth and Space and the Age of Mammals.<br /> <br /> • Once your museum adventure is complete it’s on to your private walking tour of world-famous Central Park. Here your expert tour guide will introduce you to hidden gems as well as well-known spots in the park. Possible stops include Bethesda Fountain, Strawberry Fields, Belvedere Castle and the Central Park Carousel – just to name a few!<br /> <br /> • By now you’re sure to have worked up an appetite but no worries – your guided tour includes a gourmet Central Park picnic. This delicious meal will consist of assorted baguette sandwiches, local cheese platters, salads, crudité, local sweet treats and bottled water.<br /> <br /> • Should the weather not cooperate with a picnic lunch, we’ll make sure you’re still fed thanks to a $50 gift card to be used at a local restaurant such as Barney Green Grass, Jacobs Pickles, Friedmans or Tavern on the Green.<br /> <br /> • After lunch it’s time to see all the park offers in a different way! You can choose to add some wellness to this package by pedaling around the park via a bike tour, you can have someone else do the pedaling for you on a pedicab tour or you can just sit back and relax in a horse carriage ride. The choice is yours!<br /> <br /> • When your time in this enchanting wide-open space comes to a close, you’ll be met by your private driver who will take you back to your hotel via luxury transfer.<br /> <br /> <em><strong>• All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.</strong></em><br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>Approximately 8-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>We recommend a start time of between 8:00am and 11:00am.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Roundtrip Transfers via luxury vehicle from the guest’s hotel to Central Park and back.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Private Highlights Tour at the American Museum of Natural History (including admission tickets)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Private Walking Tour of Central Park</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Gourmet Picnic Lunch in Central Park including:</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Full service high-end picnic set up with blankets, pillows, and silverware and full set up and clean up service</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Note: In the case of inclement weather, a gift card valued at $50 per guest will be provided for a local lunch near Central Park</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Your Choice of ONE (1) of the following in Central Park :</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Private 2-hour bike tour</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Private 45-minute horse and carriage ride</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Private 45-minute pedicab tour</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Driver gratuity is included</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions:</strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuities for the tour guides are not included</em></span></span></p> New York City: Statue of Liberty Tour & Ellis Island and 9/11 Memorial Museum - 8 Hours <p><img alt="Statue of Liberty Tour & Ellis Island and 9/11 Memorial Museum" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/STATUE2.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> We are excited to share that we’ve brought together three attractions that tell the history - both the good and the bad - of Lower Manhattan into one complete package with our Statue of Liberty Tour & Ellis Island and 9/11 Memorial Museum experience.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span><strong>Statue of Liberty:</strong> For as long as she's been standing over New York Harbor, the Statue of Liberty is synonymous with New York City. It is the number one landmark that people think of when they think of the city and the one place most people head to as first-time visitors.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span><strong>Ellis Island:</strong> Ellis Island is synonymous with Lady Liberty. And for most people, when taking the ferry over to Liberty Island, a stop at Ellis Island is a must.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span><strong>9/11 Memorial & Museum:</strong> Since its opening in 2014, the 9/11 Memorial Museum has also become a top ten must-see, along with the 9/11 Memorial itself.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span>On this full-day tour, your expert private tour guide will escort you to all three for one unforgettable day. Join us for an immersive history lesson that embodies travel as a living classroom.<br /> <br /> • Your Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and 9/11 Memorial Museum experience begins when you’re picked up by our professional driver in a private luxury vehicle.<br /> <br /> • Your driver will take you downtown to Battery Park where you’ll meet your private, professional tour guide to begin the journey to your first destination.<br /> <br /> • Upon your arrival at Battery Park, you’ll board a ferry run by Statue Cruises to head across the New York Harbor for an up close and personal look at Lady Liberty.<br /> <br /> • Once on Liberty Island, you’ll get to go inside this magnificent statue where you can access the pedestal for amazing outside views. You’ll also visit the new Statue of Liberty museum where you’ll get a peek at her original torch, an opportunity to measure your foot against Lady Liberties, enjoy an immersive theater experience and learn everything you always wanted to know about this symbol of American freedom.<br /> <br /> • After departing Liberty Island your next stop is Ellis Island where over 12 million immigrants arrived on US shores.<br /> <br /> • Your Ellis Island tour will consist of a visit to the National Museum of Immigration where you’ll learn about how immigrants were processed as they arrived – and have the opportunity to learn more about your family history.<br /> <br /> • After your time on these two islands, you’ll board the ferry for the ride back to Lower Manhattan. Once you have disembarked the ferry your guide will walk you through Battery Park where you’ll continue until you reach the 9/11 Memorial & Museum.<br /> <br /> • Here you’ll tour the grounds of the 9/11 Memorial where you’ll encounter the two reflecting pools created to honor those we lost on that fateful day. Among the other things you’ll see are two items that survived the attacks that day - the Survivor Tree (a Callery pear tree) and The Sphere (the world's largest bronze sculpture of modern times).<br /> <br /> • After paying your respects on the grounds where the Twin Towers once stood, you’ll head into the 9/11 Memorial Museum. Here you’ll learn the history of not only the 9/11 attacks – but of the 1993 World Trade Center bombing as well. Since private guided tours cannot be conducted within the museum, your private tour guide will give a brief synopsis of what you are about to see before entering the building. Your 9 11 museum tour is surely one you will never forget and a must-do for anyone coming to New York City.<br /> <br /> • Upon completion of these three pieces of American history your private driver will pick you up in your luxury vehicle and drop you off at your requested end destination.<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>Approximately 8 to 9-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate: </strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>We recommend a start time of between 8:00am and 11:00am.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Roundtrip Transfers via private luxury vehicle to/from guest’s hotel (or other pre-determined location) including bottled water</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Private expert tour guide for 8 hours</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Admission Tickets to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island ferry ride and museums</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Admission Tickets to the 9/11 Museum</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Driver gratuity is included</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Special Welcome Gift</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions</strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</em></span></span></p> New York City: What’s Up in the Air - 8 Hours <p><img alt="What’s Up in the Air" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Whats-Up-in-the-Air-NYC-Helicopter-Tour-Skyscraper-Experience-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> Want to check out New York City from an entirely different perspective? Join us for our What’s Up in the Air specialty experience! Featuring a private NYC Helicopter Tour, NYC Architecture Tour and more, this is a full day of sky-high adventures.</span></span><br />  </p> <p><span><span>Your first stop is at one of the Big Apple's jaw-dropping observation desks. You get to choose from a VIP private guided tour of Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Center or an Express Pass to the Empire State Building.</span></span><span><span> No matter which you select you won’t be disappointed! After you take in the magnificent views from high above Manhattan, you’ll meet up with your expert BTSQ licensed tour guide who’ll take you on a skyscraper tour featuring some of the tallest buildings in the city.</span></span></p> <p><br /> <span><span>Before embarking on the last part of this unique journey you’ll have time to grab some lunch. Beyond Times Square will secure a reservation at your choice of restaurant and will happily offer suggestions based on your personal tastes. (Cost of lunch is not included.) After lunch, it’s time for the grand finale – a private helicopter tour over the Manhattan skyline where you'll get an overhead view of everything you looked out from - and up at - throughout the day!<br /> <br /> • Your adventure begins when you’re picked up in your private luxury vehicle at your hotel to head to either the Top of the Rock for your 45-minute guided tour or to the Empire State Building for your Express Pass. (NOTE: There is no tour included with the ESB Express Pass.) No matter which you choose you’ll enjoy panoramic views with plenty of photo opportunities.<br /> <br /> • After your observation deck excursion your expert tour guide will meet you for the next leg of your day – a private architecture tour focused on skyscrapers. On this tour, you’ll see all types of structures - many of which once held the title of the world’s tallest building, and may include some of the following:</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>One World Trade Center: Fun fact - Its height is 1,776 feet which is symbolic of the year the US Declaration of Independence was signed.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Central Park Tower: This is the tallest residential tower on the planet at 1,550 feet!</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>111 West 57th Street on Billionaires Row: Soaring to a height of 1,428 feet it’s the skinniest building in the world.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>One Vanderbilt: At 1,401 feet it has the distinction of being the first super skyscraper in Midtown-East Manhattan.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>432 Park Avenue: This 1,397-foot residential tower is the tallest in the Western Hemisphere.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>30 Hudson Yards: This building is LEED Gold certified meaning the 1,270-foot structure is cost-effective, efficient and better for occupants and the environment.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Empire State Building: When it was built it was the first building in the world to have more than 100 floors and comes in at 1,250 feet</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Bank of America Tower: At 1,200 feet, this one is unique as it was built to use 45% less water than buildings similar in size.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>3 World Trade Center: Defined by its stainless steel-clad exterior frame it stands at 1.079 feet tall.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Brooklyn Tower: This 1,073-foot-tall tower is the tallest in the borough.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>53 West 53rd Street: A 1,050-foot architectural wonder designed by Jean Nouvel.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Chrysler Building: Briefly holding the crown as the tallest building in the world and known for its terraced crown – its height is 1,046 feet.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>NY Times Building: At 1,046 feet it’s tied with the Chrysler Building as the 12th tallest building in the city.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span>• After your sensational skyscraper tour, it’s time for lunch at a pre-determined venue - perhaps even a rooftop restaurant to keep with the theme.<br /> <br /> • After lunch it’s time for the grand finale – a 30-minute deluxe private helicopter tour over Manhattan! Your guide will take you to the Heliport at 6 East River Piers (on South Street between the Seaport District and the Staten Island Ferry Terminal downtown) 30 minutes prior to your flight time, where he’ll get you checked in before saying goodbye.<br /> <br /> • Your private helicopter tour will have you soaring above New York City’s iconic landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, the Brooklyn Bridge, New York Harbor and many, many more.<br /> <br /> • Upon completion of your helicopter tour your private driver will pick you up in your luxury vehicle and drop you off at your requested end destination.<br /> <br /> • All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions. In case of inclement weather determined by the pilot, guests will get the opportunity to re-schedule their flight.<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>Approximately 8-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>We recommend a start time between 8:00am and 9:00am.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, Monday through Saturday.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Luxury transfer in a private vehicle with a professional driver and bottled water</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Private expert tour guide for 6 hours</span></span></p> </li> <li><span><span>Admission to either Top of the Rock for a VIP guided experience OR an Express Ticket to the 86th floor of the Empire State Building</span></span></li> <li> <p><span><span>Tour of some of the world’s tallest skyscrapers</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Private helicopter tour</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Driver gratuity included</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-Hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions</strong><br /> <br /> Cost of lunch is not included<br /> ESB VIP Express Pass does not include a tour<br /> Gratuities for the tour guide and the pilot are not included</span></span></p> New York City: Full Day Manhattan Highlights Experience - 8 Hours <p><img alt="Full Day Manhattan Highlights Experience" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Full-Day-Manhattan-Highlights-NYC-Private-Tour-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> New York City is home to what seems like an infinite number of things to see and do. Understandably, this can be overwhelming to first-time visitors – but it doesn’t have to be! With Beyond Times Square’s highly recommended flagship NYC VIP tour – our Full Day Manhattan Highlights Experience – you’ll experience all of the Big Apple’s highlights courtesy of your expert, licensed tour guide!<br /> <br /> This comprehensive NYC private tour takes you from Battery Park in Lower Manhattan all the way up to Central Park – which lies in between the Upper West Side and Upper East Side – and includes plenty of stops along the way! Your private tour guide will introduce you to the city’s most popular neighborhoods, iconic attractions and infamous squares that can be found wherever Broadway intersects with two or more major streets or avenues.<br /> <br /> Your day spent exploring Manhattan also includes a choice of general admission to one of NYC’s jaw-dropping observation decks! You can pick from The Edge, Summit One, Top of the Rock, or the iconic Empire State Building. Also included? Admission to the Statue of Liberty Super Express Cruise – aka the fastest and easiest way to get up close to Lady Liberty!<br /> <br /> • Your Full Day Manhattan Highlights Experience begins when our professional driver picks you up at your hotel or chosen location to start your adventure in a private luxury vehicle.<br /> <br /> • During the tour, your private guide will show you around the city's most popular neighborhoods, including the Flatiron District, Little Italy, Chinatown, and more.<br /> <br /> • You’ll also see iconic attractions like the Brooklyn Bridge, Grand Central Terminal and Rockefeller Center – as well as the somber 9/11 Memorial.<br /> <br /> • And don’t forget those infamous squares that can be found wherever Broadway intersects with two or more major streets or avenues – such as Times Square, Washington Square, and Herald Square – just to name a few.<br /> <br /> • Your general admission ticket inclusion allows you to choose and visit one of several stunning observation decks in NYC, such as The Edge in Hudson Yards, Summit One Vanderbilt (the newest observation deck in the city), Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Center, or the iconic Empire State Building.<br /> <br /> • No trip to New York City is complete without getting an up-close look at Lady Liberty – and you’ll do just that thanks to your ticket to the Statue of Liberty Super Express 50-minute cruise that is also included in this whirlwind day! Get your camera ready for the perfect photo opportunity as the cruise slows down as it sails past the Statue of Liberty.<br /> <br /> • When your Manhattan adventure comes to an end, your professional driver will drop you off at your hotel or another location of your choosing.<br /> <br /> • All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>Full Day<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>We recommend a start time of between 8:00am and 11:00am.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7-days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Ride in comfort in our luxury vehicles with professional drivers and bottled water (additional charge for pick-up or drop-off outside of Manhattan)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Door-to-door service and flexible timing</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Private guided tour with a professional tour guide for 8 hours</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>General Admission tickets to one of four observation decks – choose from The Edge, Summit One Vanderbilt, Top of the Rock or Empire State Building</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Statue of Liberty Super Express Cruise</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Driver Gratuity included</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions:</strong><br /> <br /> <em>* Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</em></span></span></p> New York City: Build Your Own Half-Day NYC Private Tour - 2 to 6 Hours <p><img alt="Build Your Own Half-Day NYC Private Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Build-Your-Own-Half-Day-NYC-Program-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> Heading to New York City and not sure what your options are for topics of interest to you? Perhaps you love to wander through gardens, taking in all the flora and fauna when visiting new cities. Maybe you're a huge fan of motion pictures and/or television shows and would love to see where some of them were filmed. Possibly you're a wine or beer connoisseur who enjoys discovering new vintages and brews. Or it could be that you don't have a theme at all and just know that you have four free hours to tour something of interest to you in the Big Apple.<br /> <br /> Whatever your interests may be, chances are NYC has options for you to explore them further. And that is where our Build Your Own Half-Day NYC Private Tour comes in! With this half-day specialty experience, you'll work with our Destination Experts to curate a customized private tour, experience or attraction. Thanks to our team's knowledge, along with an extensive network of local experts and vendors, the sky is truly the limit.<br /> <br /> From private guide services to luxury transfer services to walking tours, attraction entrances, restaurant reservations, Broadway tickets and more - BTSQ has you covered with this custom NYC tour package!<br /> <br /> • If gardens are your passion, there are plenty of opportunities to wander through them within the five boroughs. For instance, Mount Prospect Park is home to the Brooklyn Botanic Gardens. Staten Island offers Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden. You'll find the Queens Botanical Garden in Flushing. In the Bronx, you can visit Wave Hill Public Garden & Cultural Center. And Manhattan has a host of options, many located in Central Park.<br /> <br /> • New York City is home to world-class performing arts, museums, art galleries and more, meaning if you're into the arts, you've certainly come to the right place! Some of the finest examples of these forms of the arts would be The Metropolitan Museum of Art or the Met, the Museum of Modern Art aka MoMA, The Guggenheim Museum, The New York Public Library, Broadway, The Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, The Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM), The High Line and The Chelsea Galleries - just to name a few!<br /> <br /> • Are you a "foodie" who loves to try the cuisine when visiting a new city? Restaurants, food tours and culinary experiences abound in NYC! Some fabulous food tours include our Pizza & Gelato Food Tasting Walking Tour, our Private Bagel, Cragel and Donut Deluxe Tour and our Cupcake Food Tasting Walking Tour. Culinary experiences could encompass a Bateaux Dinner Cruise, a picnic lunch in Central Park and reservations at some of NYC's finest restaurants for breakfast, lunch, dinner and perhaps NYC's favorite meal - brunch!<br /> <br /> • Even if you have no "one" particular interest - or are interested in a variety of topics, are celebrating a birthday or an anniversary or are just looking to get the most out of your time in the city, no worries! Our Destination Experts can develop a customized experience just for you - based on your input.<br /> <br /> • And of course - all of our NYC custom tours come with expert, local tour guides and can be set up as private walking tours or in a private luxury vehicle with a professional driver. Luxury transfers are also available as well as helicopter tours, bike tours and more!<br /> <br /> • All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>Approximately 2 to 6-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Ride in comfort in our luxury vehicles with professional drivers and bottled water</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Door-to-door service and flexible timing (additional charge for outside of Manhattan)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>A curated half-day tour of New York City customized to your interests</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Driver gratuity included</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions:</strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</em></span></span></p> New York City: Your Way Through Manhattan NYC Food Tour - 4 Hours <p><img alt="Your Way Through Manhattan NYC Food Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Eating-Your-Way-Through-Manhattan-Private-Food-Tasting-Tour-162-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> Ask any food lover – there’s no better way to get to know a city than to eat its food. And there’s no food tour more comprehensive than Beyond Times Square’s Eating Your Way Through Manhattan NYC Food Tour.<br /> <br /> Starting in Midtown Manhattan you’ll work your way down the island to what’s referred to as Downtown with your private, licensed tour guide. This half-day experience covers all of the NYC neighborhoods that are known for their great food – from Hell’s Kitchen to Little Italy to Greenwich Village to the Lower East Side. And, since the experience spans from Midtown down through LES, it comes with a private luxury vehicle to get you from one tasty neighborhood treat to the next – learning about the island and the landmarks you pass along the way. As for the fare – it varies – but you’ll hit a total of four or five stops including one of the trendy, ethnic restaurants found on Ninth Avenue in Hell’s Kitchen, and one of the many trattorias, pizzerias and delis The Big Apple is famous for as you eat your way through some of the most popular neighborhoods in Manhattan. The delectable delights on this NYC private tour will excite your stomach and are more than enough for lunch.<br /> <br /> • Your food and culture experience begins when your expert tour guide and driver arrive to pick you up in your private luxury vehicle.<br /> <br /> • Your tour may start with a bite in Hell’s Kitchen, which is the home of various international cuisines and numerous trendy popular restaurants.<br /> <br /> • From there it’s on to a tasting in Greenwich Village which is often referred to as just “The Village” or “West Village” and is home to many popular cafes, bars, and restaurants.<br /> <br /> • No NYC food tour would be complete without a visit to Little Italy, so that is where you are off to next! Here you’ll enjoy an authentic Italian treat from one of the seemingly infinite dining options.<br /> <br /> • Next stop is the Lower East Village, aka LES. LES has a fabulous food scene and is the home to a plethora of delis – many of Jewish heritage - among various other dining options.<br /> <br /> • In total you’ll make four to five food stops along your journey. At each stop, you’ll step out of the vehicle while your tour guide gets your tastings. As you are enjoying your fare, you’ll not only learn about the food you are sampling, but also about the history, hidden gems and little-known facts of the neighborhoods you are visiting.<br /> <br /> • Some examples of what you might be sampling include a cheesy slice of NYC pizza, one of those famous NYC hotdogs, oh-so-decadent homemade Sicilian cannoli, Norwegian smoked salmon (an NYC favorite) on, yes, the equally famous NYC bagel, spanakopita which is Greek spinach pie, a mozzarella and prosciutto sandwich and a delicious Chinese dumpling.<br /> <br /> • Along the way you may see some of New York City’s most well-known attractions and locales including Chinatown, Tribeca, Madison Square Garden, the Empire State Building, Grand Central Terminal, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Hall and more!<br /> <br /> • When your NYC food tour comes to an end, your luxury transfer will be waiting to take you back to your hotel or other predetermined drop-off location.<br /> <br /> • Tastings are subject to change based on guests’ food restrictions, itinerary and restaurant opening hours.<br /> <br /> • All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.<br /> <br /> • The itinerary is subject to change based on starting point of the tour as well as any restrictions on that day such as traffic, road closures, etc.<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>4-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>We recommend a start time of between 10:00am and 2:00 pm.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Ride in comfort in our luxury vehicles with professional drivers and bottled water</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Door-to-door service and flexible timing (additional charge for outside of Manhattan)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Driver gratuity included</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>All tastings, taxes and gratuities on food are included in the food-tasting fee</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions:</strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included<br /> Indoor entrance tickets are not included for any locations</em></span></span></p> New York City: Eating Your Way Through Manhattan NYC Food Tour - 4 Hours <p><img alt="Your Way Through Manhattan NYC Food Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Eating-Your-Way-Through-Manhattan-Private-Food-Tasting-Tour-162-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> Ask any food lover – there’s no better way to get to know a city than to eat its food. And there’s no food tour more comprehensive than Beyond Times Square’s Eating Your Way Through Manhattan NYC Food Tour.<br /> <br /> Starting in Midtown Manhattan you’ll work your way down the island to what’s referred to as Downtown with your private, licensed tour guide. This half-day experience covers all of the NYC neighborhoods that are known for their great food – from Hell’s Kitchen to Little Italy to Greenwich Village to the Lower East Side. And, since the experience spans from Midtown down through LES, it comes with a private luxury vehicle to get you from one tasty neighborhood treat to the next – learning about the island and the landmarks you pass along the way. As for the fare – it varies – but you’ll hit a total of four or five stops including one of the trendy, ethnic restaurants found on Ninth Avenue in Hell’s Kitchen, and one of the many trattorias, pizzerias and delis The Big Apple is famous for as you eat your way through some of the most popular neighborhoods in Manhattan. The delectable delights on this NYC private tour will excite your stomach and are more than enough for lunch.<br /> <br /> • Your food and culture experience begins when your expert tour guide and driver arrive to pick you up in your private luxury vehicle.<br /> <br /> • Your tour may start with a bite in Hell’s Kitchen, which is the home of various international cuisines and numerous trendy popular restaurants.<br /> <br /> • From there it’s on to a tasting in Greenwich Village which is often referred to as just “The Village” or “West Village” and is home to many popular cafes, bars, and restaurants.<br /> <br /> • No NYC food tour would be complete without a visit to Little Italy, so that is where you are off to next! Here you’ll enjoy an authentic Italian treat from one of the seemingly infinite dining options.<br /> <br /> • Next stop is the Lower East Village, aka LES. LES has a fabulous food scene and is the home to a plethora of delis – many of Jewish heritage - among various other dining options.<br /> <br /> • In total you’ll make four to five food stops along your journey. At each stop, you’ll step out of the vehicle while your tour guide gets your tastings. As you are enjoying your fare, you’ll not only learn about the food you are sampling, but also about the history, hidden gems and little-known facts of the neighborhoods you are visiting.<br /> <br /> • Some examples of what you might be sampling include a cheesy slice of NYC pizza, one of those famous NYC hotdogs, oh-so-decadent homemade Sicilian cannoli, Norwegian smoked salmon (an NYC favorite) on, yes, the equally famous NYC bagel, spanakopita which is Greek spinach pie, a mozzarella and prosciutto sandwich and a delicious Chinese dumpling.<br /> <br /> • Along the way you may see some of New York City’s most well-known attractions and locales including Chinatown, Tribeca, Madison Square Garden, the Empire State Building, Grand Central Terminal, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Hall and more!<br /> <br /> • When your NYC food tour comes to an end, your luxury transfer will be waiting to take you back to your hotel or other predetermined drop-off location.<br /> <br /> • Tastings are subject to change based on guests’ food restrictions, itinerary and restaurant opening hours.<br /> <br /> • All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.<br /> <br /> • The itinerary is subject to change based on starting point of the tour as well as any restrictions on that day such as traffic, road closures, etc.<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>4-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>We recommend a start time of between 10:00am and 2:00 pm.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Ride in comfort in our luxury vehicles with professional drivers and bottled water</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Door-to-door service and flexible timing (additional charge for outside of Manhattan)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Driver gratuity included</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>All tastings, taxes and gratuities on food are included in the food-tasting fee</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions:</strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included<br /> Indoor entrance tickets are not included for any locations</em></span></span></p> New York City: 9/11 Memorial and Museum Tour & One World Observatory Half-Day Experience - 5 Hours <p><img alt="9/11 Memorial and Museum Tour & One World Observatory Half-Day Experience" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Half-Day-911-Memorial-and-Museum-and-One-World-Observatory-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> The land where NYC’s Twin Towers once stood is now home to a solemn yet beautiful tribute to those that lost their lives that horrific September morning. Our 9/11 Memorial and Museum Tour & One World Observatory half-day experience gives you a glimpse into that morning and those lives, as well as the February 1993 World Trade Center bombing.<br /> <br /> Your experience starts on the memorial grounds outside of the museum. As you walk through what was once referred to as Ground Zero, you’ll view the twin reflecting pools that sit in the footprints of the former North and South Towers and are surrounded by bronze parapets that list the names of the victims. After you’ve paid your respects, you’ll continue into the 9/11 Museum. For parties of over four guests, prior to entering, your expert tour guide will provide commentary on what you are about to experience. Once inside, they’ll be able to answer one on one questions only. The final part of your tour is your ascension to the top of One World Trade Center – also known as the Freedom Tower - to experience the beautiful One World Observatory observation deck and take in stunning panoramic views.<br /> <br /> • Your experience begins when your private luxury vehicle and tour guide pick you up at your hotel to take you to Downtown / Lower Manhattan.<br /> <br /> • As you drive towards your destination, your guide will point out popular attractions in the area including the Brooklyn Bridge, Trinity Church, the Oculus, the FDNY Memorial Wall and more.<br /> <br /> • Upon arrival at the 9/11 Memorial, you’ll tour the grounds where you’ll encounter the two reflecting pools created to honor those we lost on that fateful day. Among the other things you’ll see are two items that survived the attacks that day - the Survivor Tree (a Callery pear tree) and The Sphere (the world's largest bronze sculpture of modern times).<br /> <br /> • You’ll also see the newest addition to the memorial, the 9/11 Memorial Glade. The Glade represents the workers, first responders, survivors and residents who were exposed to harmful toxins and who have died or are currently living with a chronic illness.<br /> <br /> • After paying your respects on the grounds where the Twin Towers once stood, you’ll head into the 9/11 Memorial Museum, which is divided into three main exhibitions, located 70 feet underground. Since private guided tours cannot be conducted within the museum, your private tour guide will give a brief synopsis of what you are about to see before entering the building.<br /> <br /> • Once inside you’ll learn the history of not only the September 11th attacks – but of the 1993 World Trade Center bombing as well. Thanks to the 9 11 Museum’s dynamic blend of architecture, archaeology and history you’ll experience an unforgettable encounter that includes the story of the attacks, the aftermath, and the people who experienced these events. Your visit to the 9/11 museum is surely one you will never forget and a must-do for anyone coming to New York City.<br /> <br /> • Your final stop on your private tour will be the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere, One World Trade Center, where you’ll get priority access. After a fascinating elevator ride that has you ascending over 100 stories to the observatory, you’ll be treated to 360-degree views of the New York City skyline and beyond. And that’s not all! You also get $15 to use on food, beverages or merchandise.<br /> <br /> • When your time at the One World Trade Center Observatory comes to an end, your luxury transfer will be waiting to take you back to your hotel or other predetermined location.<br /> <br /> • All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>5-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>This experience is offered daily, year-round, subject to availability. Currently, the 9/11 Museum is closed on Tuesdays.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy <br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Ride in comfort in our luxury vehicles with professional drivers and bottled water</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Door-to-door service and flexible timing (additional charge for outside of Manhattan)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Driver gratuity included</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Admission into the 9/11 Memorial Museum</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>All-Inclusive Experience at One World Observatory with priority access and $15 to use on merchandise or beverages</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions:</strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</em></span></span></p> New York City: Half-Day Manhattan Highlights NYC Private Tour - 4 Hours <p><img alt="Half-Day Manhattan Highlights NYC Private Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Half-Day-Manhattan-Highlights-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> Don’t have an entire day to explore Manhattan? No worries! We’ve taken our full-day highlights experience and shortened it so that now you can cover the most famous sites in the Big Apple in just four hours. With our Half-Day Manhattan Highlights NYC Private Tour, you’ll experience the most popular and sought-out Midtown and Lower Manhattan destinations courtesy of your expert, licensed tour guide!<br /> <br /> This comprehensive NYC custom tour takes you from the South Street Seaport in Lower Manhattan, through Little Italy and Chinatown, into the Flatiron District and continues all the way up to Rockefeller Center in Midtown Manhattan. Plus, it includes plenty of other iconic places along the way! Your private tour guide will introduce you to the city’s most popular neighborhoods, well-known attractions and infamous squares that can be found wherever Broadway intersects with two or more major streets or avenues – Times Square anyone?<br /> <br /> This NYC VIP tour is perfect for first-time visitors of all ages and return visitors wishing to acclimate themselves to the city!<br /> <br /> • Your Half-Day Manhattan Highlights NYC Private Tour begins when our professional driver picks you up at your hotel or other pre-determined location to start your adventure in a private luxury vehicle.<br /> <br /> • During the tour, your private guide will show you around the city's most popular neighborhoods, including the Flatiron District, Little Italy, Chinatown and more.<br /> <br /> • You’ll also see iconic attractions such as the Brooklyn Bridge, the Washington Square Arch, the Empire State Building, Grand Central Terminal and Madison Square Garden – as well as the somber 9/11 Memorial.<br /> <br /> • And don’t forget those infamous squares that can be found wherever Broadway intersects with two or more major streets or avenues – such as Times Square, Washington Square, and Herald Square – just to name a few.<br /> <br /> • When your Manhattan adventure comes to an end, your professional driver will drop you off at your hotel or another location of your choosing.<br /> <br /> • All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>4-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate: </strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Ride in comfort in our luxury vehicles with professional drivers and bottled water (additional charge for pick-up or drop-off outside of Manhattan)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Door-to-door service and flexible timing (additional charge for outside of Manhattan)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Private guided tour with a professional tour guide for 4 hours</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Driver gratuity included</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions:</strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</em></span></span></p> New York City: Half-Day Statue of Liberty Tour & Ellis Island Tour - 5 Hours <p><img alt="Half-Day Statue of Liberty Tour & Ellis Island Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Half-Day-Statue-of-Liberty-Ellis-Island-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> No trip to New York City is complete without a stop at two of its most iconic attractions – the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. And with Beyond Times Square, you don’t have to navigate the journey to Battery Park or the Statue Cruises ferry ride to visit these iconic islands on your own thanks to our Half-Day Statue of Liberty Tour & Ellis Island Tour.<br /> <br /> Your journey begins when you’re picked up in a luxury vehicle for the ride to Battery Park. Once there your private, licensed tour guide will escort you onto the ferry to Lady Liberty, while offering commentary along the way. Upon arrival, your guide will tour Liberty Island with you and then leave you to explore the Statue of Liberty Museum at your leisure. From there you'll re-board the ferry to Ellis Island, where your history lesson begins with an introduction from your guide and continues as you enter the historical National Museum of Immigration. Upon completion of your time at Ellis Island your guide will escort you to the ferry back to Battery Park where your luxury transfer awaits for the journey back to your hotel or drop-off point of your choice.<br /> <br /> There is no better way to take it all in than in the hands of an expert!<br /> <br /> • Your stress-free adventure begins when your professional driver and expert tour guide meet you at your hotel or other predetermined location within Manhattan and accompany you to Clinton Castle in Battery Park.<br /> <br /> • Upon arrival you’ll be escorted through check-in and security in order to board the public ferry ride to Liberty Island which takes approximately 15 minutes.<br /> <br /> • As you take in breathtaking views of the Statue from the water, you’ll realize that you are witnessing what millions of immigrants first saw when they entered New York Harbor.<br /> <br /> • During your voyage your guide will explain the sites along the way in anticipation for your arrival on Liberty Island, home of the Statue of Liberty.<br /> <br /> • Once on Liberty Island, you’ll explore the grounds with your private guide before your entry into the majestic Lady Liberty. Audio tours are included. Based on availability, pedestal access will be included as well. You’ll also be able to explore the exciting new Statue of Liberty Museum at your leisure.<br /> <br /> • After your visit to Liberty Island, you’ll re-board the ferry for the approximately 10-minute trip to historic Ellis Island, while your private guide will continue to provide commentary along the way.<br /> <br /> • Once on Ellis Island, your guide will give you a brief history of Ellis Island before you explore the National Immigration Museum. Here you’ll walk through the Great Hall as twelve million people once did, who just so happen to be the ancestors of more than half of the US population. Audio tours are included here as well. While there, you’ll also have the chance to search for your family surname on the American Immigrant Wall of Honor.<br /> <br /> • Afterwards, you’ll meet your guide for the ferry back to Manhattan. Once you arrive at Battery Park your guide will escort you to your private vehicle where your driver will be waiting to take you back to your location in Manhattan.<br /> <br /> • All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>Approximately 5-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>We recommend a start time of between 8:00am and 11:00am.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy to Moderate<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Ride in comfort in our luxury vehicles with professional drivers and bottled water</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Door-to-door service and flexible timing (additional charge for outside of Manhattan)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Private expert tour guide for 5 hours</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Admission tickets to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Ferry and Museums</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Driver gratuity included</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions:</strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</em></span></span></p> New York City: Pizza and Gelato Challenge Private NYC Food Tour - 4 Hours <p><img alt="Pizza and Gelato Challenge Private NYC Food Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Private-NYC-Pizza-and-Gelato-Challenge-115-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> Ciao Bella! Like pizza and love gelato? Then our Pizza and Gelato Challenge Private NYC Food Tour is perfect for you! This private walking tour combines food and culture and is led by a well-respected culinary historian, cookbook author and culinary educator with a specialty in artisanal foods.<br /> <br /> On this NYC pizza tour, you’ll experience three different downtown neighborhoods as you sample delicious pizza from three different slice joints/sit-down pizzerias, rating them as you go. While you’re tasting you’ll also be learning about the history of pizza in NYC, the types of pizza offered in the city and what goes into making the finest pizza. You’ll be given a scoring sheet so that you can rate the pizza based on visual appeal, crust, sauce/topping and overall enjoyment. Then for dessert, you’ll compare the offerings at two different gelaterias where you'll also discuss how gelato is made and learn why this frozen dessert is so different from American ice cream. The gelato samples will be rated on case appeal, flavors offered, portion size/value ratio, flavor, texture and overall pleasure. What a great and yummy way to play a food critic in the Big Apple!<br /> <br /> • Your walking food tour begins when you meet your expert tour guide at the Arch at Washington Square Park. And when we say expert, we mean expert! Her accolades include a certificate of outstanding achievement from The James Beard Foundation and a book award from The International Association of Culinary Professionals. From Jacques Pepin to Julia Child, Thomas Keller, Jacques Torres, Daniel Boulud and Padma Lakshmi, she has worked with the most distinguished culinary talent.<br /> <br /> • While at Washington Square Park you’ll gather around the statue of Giuseppe Garibaldi, one of the leaders of Italian unification, where you’ll learn about Italian immigrants in New York City.<br /> <br /> • From there you’ll head to three different neighborhoods - South Village, the West Village (aka Greenwich Village) and Union Square. In each one, you’ll stop at a pizzeria for a slice of pizza to enjoy and rate. They may include Joe’s Pizza, Bleecker Street Pizza, Rivoli Pizza and/or Ribalta, (which is a sit-down restaurant) for Neapolitan pizza.<br /> <br /> • Also among your scrumptious stops with be two gelateries – aka gelato shops – to sample and rate different gelato flavors. These include Gentile Gelateria in the West Village and Amorino between Union Square and Washington Square.<br /> <br /> • But you're not only eating great food on this tour! As you wander through Lower Manhattan you’ll also learn about the different ethnic neighborhoods, their food scenes, hidden gems and more!<br /> <br /> • All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>4-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour:</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>This tour can begin any time between 11:30am and 3:00pm during summer hours and between 11:30am and 2:00pm during winter hours.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, Thursday through Sunday only.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>The ideal seasons for this tour are spring and fall due to comfortable temperatures for walking and being outdoors.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Pizza tastings and gelato tastings are included</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Flexible timing to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions:</strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</em></span></span></p> New York City: Private Cupcake Tasting NYC Food Tour - 4 Hours <p><img alt="Private Cupcake Tasting NYC Food Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Private-Cupcake-Tasting-Tour-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> If you have a sweet tooth – or just an appreciation for delicious desserts – you’re going to love our Private Cupcake Tasting NYC Food Tour! This NYC cupcake tour combines the oh-so-tasty treat with food history and is led by a well-respected culinary historian, cookbook author and culinary educator with a specialty in fine chocolate and other artisanal foods.<br /> <br /> And those cupcakes? Although they originated in the late 19th century, it wasn’t until early in the 21st century that trendy cupcake shops (also known as cupcakeries) started popping up in the United States. These specialized bakeries sell little or nothing but cupcakes and there are dozens of upscale cupcake bakeries in the Big Apple. In fact, cupcakes have now become a pop culture trend in the culinary world, with shops like Magnolia Bakery gaining publicity thanks to their appearance on popular television shows like Sex and the City. As you visit four of the best cupcake shops in Lower Manhattan, not only will you get to taste a diversity of heavenly cupcakes, you’ll also get to rate them! From presentation to frosting quality and style to moistness and crumb density – you get to play food critic in the yummiest of ways!<br /> <br /> • Your walking food tour begins when you meet your expert tour guide at the Arch at Washington Square Park. And when we say expert, we mean expert! Her accolades include a certificate of outstanding achievement from The James Beard Foundation and a book award from The International Association of Culinary Professionals. From Jacques Pepin to Julia Child, Thomas Keller, Jacques Torres, Daniel Boulud and Padma Lakshmi, she has worked with the most distinguished culinary talent.<br /> <br /> • While at Washington Square Park you’ll gather around the statue of Giuseppe Garibaldi, one of the leaders of Italian unification, where you’ll learn about Italian immigrants in New York City.<br /> <br /> • After that it’s time to get down to business! As you make your way to four highly recommended cupcake shops, you’ll also learn about the neighborhoods that you stroll through along the way – making this a private walking tour that combines food and culture.<br /> <br /> • Your culinary cupcake and culture adventure stops include the aforementioned Magnolia Bakery, Molly's Cupcakes, Little Cupcake Bake Shop and Butter Lane. At each you’ll sample one of their specialty customized cupcakes and then play food critic by rating them on pre-determined criteria.<br /> <br /> • But that’s not all! Along the way you’ll also learn about the cupcake's unlikely origins and hear about trends in the world of cupcakes. You’ll even get to visit a commercial kitchen where these elaborate sweet treats are created!<br /> <br /> • All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>4-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:<br /> <br />  </strong>The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7 days a week. NOTE: Mondays are typically avoided due to bakery hours.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>The ideal seasons for this tour are spring and fall due to comfortable temperatures for walking and being outdoors.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local culinary specialist guide</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Flexible timing to fit your schedule</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Food tastings are included</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><br /> <span><span><strong>Exclusions: </strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</em></span></span></p> New York City: Private NYC Bike Tour of Central Park - 2 Hours <p><img alt="Private NYC Bike Tour of Central Park" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Private-Bike-Tour-in-Central-Park-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> New York City’s “backyard” is worth exploring when you’re in the Big Apple, but there’s a lot of ground to cover during a Central Park Tour. As the fifth largest park in the city, it covers an impressive 843 acres and has much to offer. If you don't feel like walking we have a great alternative! How about pedaling instead, courtesy of our Private NYC Bike Tour of Central Park?<br /> <br /> On this scenic two-hour adventure through bike-friendly Central Park, your expert, licensed tour guide will ride alongside you as they relate the history of New York City, told in terms of the development of the city and its parks. They’ll also share little-known, interesting facts about the park – which just so happens to be the first landscaped public park in the United States.<br /> <br /> From the familiar Bethesda Fountain – it has appeared in numerous movies and tv shows, to the regal Belvedere Castle with its fabulous views, from the Central Park Zoo – home to many different species of animals to Sheep Meadow – once home to, well, sheep – you’ll see all this and more while making your way around the park on this private guided bike tour.<br /> <br /> • Your Central Park bike tour begins when you meet your expert local tour guide at 56 West 56th Street between 5th and 6th Avenues. Here you’ll get set up with your bike and your helmet. You’ll also get an overview of what lies ahead as well as basic safety instructions.<br /> <br /> • From there your guide will escort you to Central Park to begin your exploration of this remarkable slice of tranquility in the heart of Manhattan.<br /> <br /> • As you pedal through the park, and pass beneath many of its 26,000 trees, you’ll be in awe as you catch glimpses of the NYC skyscrapers peeking out from this peaceful haven.<br /> <br /> • Your NYC custom tour will include in-depth narration and will allow you the chance to stop several times during your ride to get up close to some of the park’s most famous attractions - as well as its hidden gems - for photo opportunities.<br /> <br /> • Among those sites and stops will be Bethesda Terrace, where you’ll get a great view of those classic rowboats, Strawberry Fields, where you’ll see the Imagine mosaic which is the memorial dedicated to the late John Lennon and a ride around the scenic Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir.<br /> <br /> • Along the way you may also see the winding paths and lush vegetation of The Ramble, the stunningly picturesque Conservatory Garden, hidden waterfalls, cast-iron bridges and much, much more!<br /> <br /> • All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>2-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Private guided bike ride through Central Park with a licensed tour guide for 2 hours</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Cannondale Bike with basket/bike bag, helmet and a map of Central Park</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions:</strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</em></span></span></p> New York City: Private NYC Helicopter Tour - 30 Minutes <p><img alt="Private NYC Helicopter Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Private-Manhattan-NYC-Helicopter-Tour-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> You’ve seen New York City on foot. You’ve seen it from the water. Now you can see New York City like never before, in style, from the air with our Private NYC Helicopter Tour!<br /> <br /> On this NYC private tour, you’ll experience a luxurious new perspective of this incomparable city from a state-of-the-art Bell 407 private helicopter that features fabulous custom floor-to-ceiling glass windows. For 30 minutes you’ll have a bird’s eye view of Manhattan as well as its surrounding boroughs. Your fantastic flight will start in Lower Manhattan at the Pier 6 Heliport. Once you’re up in the air your professional pilot will point out all of the iconic landmarks and top attractions that the Big Apple is famous for. As you make your way over the New York Harbor and up the Hudson River you’ll see everything from the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, to the Chrysler Building and Empire State Building to Rockefeller Center and Central Park – and everything in between! Bonus – this flight also takes you over areas outside of Manhattan! This extensive sightseeing tour is filled with jaw-dropping views of New York and plenty of photo ops. It's guaranteed to be the highlight of your visit to New York City!<br /> <br /> • Your adventure begins when you arrive at the Downtown Manhattan Heliport at 6 East River Piers for your extravagant and exhilarating sightseeing excursion.<br /> <br /> • As you lift off, you’ll head south, where you’ll glide past the longest suspension bridge in the US - the Verrazano Bridge – which connects Brooklyn and Staten Island. At this point, you get a glimpse of Coney Island before making a U-turn to witness the magnificent views of Lady Liberty and the Manhattan skyline across the New York Harbor.<br /> <br /> • Next up are magnificent architectural masterpieces like the Chrysler Building and the Empire State Building and the most spectacular view of Midtown Manhattan you could ask for! As you soar up to the northernmost tip of the borough, you’ll see the George Washington Bridge that links Manhattan and New Jersey.<br /> <br /> • Upon turning south, you’ll take in the grandeur of all five boroughs while heading down the Hudson River, passing by iconic landmarks such as Yankee Stadium, Central Park, the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, and One World Trade Center, before landing back at the heliport with photos and memories to last a lifetime!<br /> <br /> • Timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions. In case of inclement weather determined by the pilot, guests will get the opportunity to re-schedule their flight.<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>30-Minutes<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable but need to be during regular operational hours.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, daily. except for Sunday.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>30-minute private helicopter tour with an expert pilot</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Informative narration from your knowledgeable pilot regarding sites you encounter during the flight</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions: </strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuity for the pilot is not included</em></span></span></p> New York City: Private Horse & Carriage Ride in Central Park Tour - 45 Minutes <p><img alt="Private Horse & Carriage Ride in Central Park Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Private-Horse-Carriage-Ride-in-Central-Park-115-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> New York City’s Central Park is 843 acres of pure Zen in the heart of bustling Manhattan. And there are many ways to take it all in while you’re visiting. You can walk through it. You can jog through it. You can bike through it. You can pedicab through it. Or you can do what New Yorkers and tourists alike have been doing since the park opened in 1858 – you can see it via a horse and carriage thanks to our Private Horse & Carriage Ride in Central Park Tour.<br /> <br /> On this leisurely ride through Central Park, you can sit back and relax as your driver points out a myriad of iconic attractions, well-known locations and hidden gems. From Columbus Circle to Cherry Hill, from Balto’s Statue to Bethesda Terrace and Fountain, from Strawberry Fields to Sheep Meadow and more – your Central Park horse and carriage excursion is filled with photo ops and memories you’ll cherish forever!<br /> <br /> Bonus – this NYC private tour is a fabulous option for any season! In winter when you’re wrapped up in a blanket snuggled with loved ones, in spring as the cherry blossoms and other beautiful buds are coming to life, in summer when it’s full-on with lush greenery and in fall when the foliage takes over as the star of the show!</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Your enchanting 45-minute private horse carriage ride through Central Park begins when you meet your professional coachman at 59th Street and 7th Avenue, across the street from the JW Marriott.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>From there it’s on to the South End Quadrant, which is the area of the park that covers Central Park South to The Lake (which is the unifying body of water that links the Ramble, Bethesda Terrace and several landscapes) to just north of Terrace Drive.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>What can you expect to see? Well in addition to everything listed above…</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>With the children in mind - you may see the beloved Conservatory Water, which is the pond that lies within a natural basin in the park and whose main focus is attractions geared towards the kiddos.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>If you’re into the arts – think music, dance, theater, etc. – then you’ll be excited to see SummerStage. This is that very popular performing arts festival that takes place each summer not only in Central Park – but throughout neighborhood parks in all five boroughs.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Fan of John Lennon? In addition to a glimpse at Strawberry Fields, you may also catch sight of the famous Dakota Building, which is where the Beatle once lived.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>But that’s certainly not all – your NYC custom tour may also include such well-known sites as the famous Tavern on the Green restaurant, Wollman Rink (one of the city’s most popular ice skating venues), the often photographed and thus easily recognizable Bow Bridge and much more!</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Tour Duration: </strong>45-Minutes<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour. Please note that carriages are not allowed inside Central Park before 10:00am Friday through Sunday.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Summer restrictions: No carriage may operate above 89 degrees Fahrenheit.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Winter restrictions: No carriage may operate below 19 degrees Fahrenheit or during blizzards.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Private horse and carriage with a coachman</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>45-minute tour of Central Park</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Coachman’s gratuity included</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <br />   New York City: Treasures of the Met Guided Tour - 2 Hours <p><img alt="Treasures of the Met Guided Tour" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Treasures-of-the-Met-Guide-Tour-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights: </strong><br /> <br /> Question – where can you find over 5,000 years of art from around the globe?<br /> Answer – New York City’s own Metropolitan Museum of Art!<br /> <br /> We admit that's a lot of art to take in, but we also have a solution. With our Treasures of the Met Guided Tour, you’ll be introduced to the Met’s most important works in its permanent collection, with one of our savvy art specialists serving as your licensed tour guide. Plus, this private tour can be customized based on your interests.<br /> <br /> What can you expect to see? Well, there’s the inspiring American Wing featuring the iconic painting of Washington Crossing the Delaware, a breathtaking atrium featuring a replica of a Tiffany stained-glass window, and art and artifacts spanning the colonial period to the early 20th century. Then there's an outstanding collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings including works by some of the greatest artists to walk the earth - Van Gogh, Monet, Renoir and Degas. And that just touches on what this Met highlights tour can offer. There are many NYC art tours as well as Met tours available, but this highly recommended experience is one that will leave you feeling like a specialist in art history yourself!</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Your Met customized - and private - guided tour begins when you meet your expert fine art guide in the Great Hall of the Metropolitan Museum of Art at a pre-designated time.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>From there it’s off to check out the permanent collection with plenty of commentary along the way - and you get to decide what you specifically want to focus on.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>The Met’s exhibition areas are varied. You’ll find ones centered on Greek and Roman Art, Egyptian Art, Medieval Art, Modern and Contemporary Art, European Sculpture and Decorative Arts and more.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Some other fascinating exhibits that you can take in include the following:</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>The Temple of Dendur - an ancient Egyptian temple that was relocated to the Met in the 1960s.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>The Arms and Armor Wing - a fascinating exhibit that provides visitors with a glimpse into the history of weapons and armor from around the world.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>The European Sculpture and Decorative Arts Wing – home to an impressive range of Italian Renaissance sculpture, including works by artists such as Michelangelo, Donatello and Verrocchio</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>As you take in the collection of rare and beautiful objects that are housed in this iconic museum, you’ll also learn more about their significance and feel the excitement as your guide makes the museum come to life and happily answers your questions in depth.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Yes – your choices are many, but your guide can assist in simplifying the many options available to you.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Tour Duration: </strong>2-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>We recommend the start time to be between 11:00am and 2:00pm. The MET closes at 5:00pm midweek.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 6 days a week (currently the museum is closed on Wednesdays and major holidays).</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Experience the iconic Metropolitan Museum of Art with your private art specialist guide</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Flexible timing to fit your schedule</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Admission ticket to the Metropolitan Museum of Art (AKA The MET)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions: </strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</em></span></span></p> New York City: Private NYC Walking Tour – Choose Your Neighborhood - 4 Hours <p><img alt="Private NYC Walking Tour – Choose Your Neighborhood" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Private-NYC-Walking-Tour-–-Choose-Your-Neighborhood-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> Ready to focus in on one particular area in New York City that’s always intrigued you? Or perhaps there’s an area that you are not familiar with at all, and would like to get to know better? Our Private NYC Walking Tour – Choose Your Neighborhood is the perfect choice for you! For this NYC private tour, you choose the neighborhood, borough or park and our local expert tour guide leads the way! They’ll tell you about the history and the culture of the area. They’ll tell stories and share little-known facts about the area. They’ll point out all of its most popular attractions as well as its hidden gems. In short – our licensed tour guide will help you see that neighborhood, borough or park like never before!<br /> <br /> Choose from the following private walking tours:</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Central Park</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Origins of NY (Lower Manhattan)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>High Line, Chelsea & Meatpacking District</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>High Line & Hudson Yards</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Midtown Highlights (Times Square, Rockefeller Plaza, Grand Central Terminal)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Lower East Side</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Little Italy & Chinatown</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Brooklyn Essentials</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>SoHo</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Custom Neighborhood of Your Choice (Within NYC)</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span>Pick one, two - or more - and let the city come to life as you experience these different areas in a whole new light!<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>4-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>These tours are offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Services of a Private Guide for 4 hours</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Choose from areas within or highlights of any of the 5 boroughs: Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens and Staten Island</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions:</strong><br /> <br /> Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</span></span></p> New York City: Private Brooklyn Graffiti Tour and Workshop - 1.5 Hours <p><img alt="Private Brooklyn Graffiti Tour and Workshop" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Private-Graffiti-Tour-and-Workshop-in-Brooklyn-1.jpg" /><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> Whether you’re a fan of graffiti – or simply desire to learn more about this form of artistic expression – our Private Brooklyn Graffiti Tour and Workshop is the perfect opportunity to delve deeper into this often-misunderstood craft.<br /> <br /> This Brooklyn art tour takes place in Bushwick, an up-and-coming neighborhood in northern Brooklyn and the most famous and exciting area in the country for street art today. Here you’ll discover walls of massive warehouses covered with street art by the world’s best artists – including Ramiro, Iena Cruz, Nepo, Don Rimx, Dasic and more! Known as the Bushwick Collective, it serves to bring together artists from around the world, legendary NYC graffiti artists and longtime local Bushwick talent. This experience, guided by a real NYC graffiti artist, gives you a look at some of the most talked about artwork in New York City and takes you on a walking tour of a neighborhood where real street artists live. Bonus – you can also add on a private art workshop before or after your private guided tour that will teach you the technical skills graffiti artists need to create graffiti art. Plus, it also lets you get hands-on, creating a mural that you can keep!</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Your graffiti adventure begins when your art tour guide meets you at the designated meeting location at 282 Meserole Street in Bushwick Brooklyn to start this fun and educational tour.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>From there your Brooklyn walking tour guide will take you through the streets of the Bushwick neighborhood where you’ll see over 50 murals come to life as your expert guide relays their stories and experiences.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>In between these works of art you’ll also hear about how, In just a few years, the Bushwick Collective has become the most famous street art exhibition in New York City, and one of the premier mural districts in the United States.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Should you decide to participate in the Brooklyn graffiti workshop (either before or after the walking tour) you’ll also get to see the inside of a beautiful art studio in Bushwick where you can immerse yourself further in graffiti art culture.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>During the workshop you’ll participate in a unique hands-on experience where you’ll learn tips and techniques of aerosol art, from fill-ins to masterpieces. You’ll also get to create your own mural masterpiece to take home with the help of a working graffiti artist!</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Tour Duration: </strong>1.5-Hours -Walking Tour Only<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local graffiti artist guide</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>One-and-a-half-hour walking tour filled with dazzling Brooklyn street art</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Optional workshop where you’ll learn the skills of graffiti art while creating a mural to take home</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Workshop includes lesson, paint, tarps, stencils and a canvas</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions:</strong><br /> <br /> Gratuity for the tour guide is not included</span></span></p> New York City: Premium NYC Private Custom Tour Package - 4 Hours <p><span><span><strong><img alt="Premium NYC Hotel Inclusive Private Custom Tour Package" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Premium-NYC-Private-Custom-Tour-Package-1.jpg" />Highlights:</strong><br /> <br /> Whether it’s your first time in New York City or you’re a repeat visitor – our Premium NYC Hotel Inclusive Private Custom Tour Package is a fabulous addition to your time in the Big Apple. Filled with all the components that make our NYC private custom tours so popular, this NYC tour package provides a worry-free experience customized and curated to your unique interests.<br /> <br /> Just what can you expect from this NYC tour package? A comprehensive experience that allows you the flexibility to select your own itinerary. It starts and ends with luxury roundtrip airport transfers to and from the airport of your choice and includes hotel accommodations at the luxurious, timeless and oh-so-elegant five-star property The Pierre, a Taj Hotel – which is situated on NYC’s famous Fifth Avenue and right across the street from Central Park. In between, you get to choose one of the many private vehicle tours we offer, complete with a local and licensed tour guide, a Broadway show – musical or play (you pick!) and admission to one of four New York City museums that interests you the most.<br /> <br /> That’s not all – you can also opt to add on additional full-day and/or half-day NYC VIP tours and experiences, attraction tickets and more. Secure this premium package as the base of your New York City dream vacation today! Tip: This package is great for couples and families alike. It can also be booked for both small and large groups.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Your Premium NYC Private Custom Package starts with airport pick-up in a private luxury vehicle to the Pierre Hotel. From there you get to choose the rest – in no particular order! (But don’t worry – our Destination experts will help you create the perfect itinerary based on your choices!)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>First there’s the private vehicle tour. Our 4-hour vehicle tours take place in a luxury vehicle complete with an expert, professional and licensed tour guide. Plus - our guided tours cover all the most popular attractions in the city – from Lower Manhattan’s Brooklyn Bridge and Wall Street to the city’s most popular buildings such as the Empire State Building and the Chrysler Building to the Upper East Side’s Museum Mile to Harlem’s famed Apollo Theater and much more!</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Next, it’s time to hit the Great White Way with Premium Tickets to a Broadway show of your choice! From comedies to dramas, from musicals to plays – there is always something for every taste playing on Broadway!</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Last but not least is general admission to one of four of the most popular museums in NYC. For this inclusion, you choose the museum and then you explore it at your own pace!</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>When your time in New York City comes to an end you’ll enjoy a comfortable ride back to the airport in your private luxury vehicle while reminiscing about all the amazing experiences you had.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Tour Duration: </strong>4-Hours<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate:</strong><br /> <br /> The starting time and date of the package are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>This package is offered all year round, 7 days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Please inquire with your sales representative.<br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>Roundtrip Airport Transfers (from LGA, EWR or JFK) to Manhattan via luxury vehicle including driver gratuity and inside meet & greet upon arrival</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Hotel accommodations at The Pierre including all taxes and facility fees</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Broadway Show Tickets (Premium Tickets)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Choice of a 4-hour Private Vehicle Tour with Luxury Vehicle and Guide (Our NYC Private Tours and NYC VIP Tours are plentiful and cover all five boroughs - from the Brooklyn Bridge to the High Line to Central Park and more!)</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Choice of General Admission to the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), American Museum of Natural History, Metropolitan Museum of Art or the Museum of Broadway</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>24-hour support phone number</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Special Welcome Gift</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions: </strong><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included.<br /> 4-Hour Tour does not include indoor admissions but can be added for additional cost.<br /> Airport Meet and Greet available with sedans and SUVs. Not available for LGA Airport arrivals.</em></span></span></p> New York City: Best of NYC - 3 Days <img alt="Best of NYC" src="https://btsq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Best-of-New-York-City-3-Day-NYC-Private-Tour-1.jpg" /> <p><span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong> <br /> <br /> <span>Our Best of NYC package is a luxurious treat for those seeking to make the most of their trip to the Big Apple. Imagine being met at the airport & whisked away in a luxurious private car. Feeling the emotions of the city’s history on a private tour of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island & the 9/11 Memorial & Museum. Taking in the city’s highlights as your expert guide unveils fascinating history & hidden gems. Witnessing the spectacular skyline from high above. Satisfying your thirst for arts & culture at a renowned museum. Savoring the thrill of premium Broadway seats. All this & more awaits!</span></span></span><br /> <br /> <em>Note: This is a suggested itinerary – you can customize the timing of the inclusions based on your preferences.</em></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span><span>Your Ride Awaits: </span>Your luxury experience starts when you’re met inside the airport with a smile by your friendly driver – who’ll be holding a sign with your name on it. <em>Driver gratuity included. Meet & greet available with sedans & SUVs only and are not available for LGA Airport arrivals.</em></span></span></p> </li> </ul> <ul> <li> <p><span><span><span>Day 1 – Time To Explore:</span> Embark on a 4-hour private tour via luxury vehicle complete with a professional driver and an expert tour guide who’ll enlighten you with historical facts, entertain you with fun antidotes, share little-known secrets and point out hidden gems. Your magical day takes you on our popular Central Park and Midtown Highlights Tour which includes the infamous, flashy and always entertaining Times Square, the grandeur of the architectural landmark Grand Central Terminal, the sprawling cultural hub that is Rockefeller Center – and much, much more. <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included.</em></span></span></p> </li> </ul> <ul> <li> <p><span><span><span>Day 2 – NYC History 101:</span> Today finds you heading out once again with your expert tour guide for an 8-hour experience where you’ll discover Lower Manhattan’s most significant landmarks. <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included.</em></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>You’re first stop is historical Battery Park where you will board a ferry for a scenic ride that will transport you to a time and place where millions of hopeful European immigrants arrived starry-eyed and ready to take on new lives in America.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Upon arrival you’ll proudly stand in the shadow of the majestic Lady Liberty, explore her story in the Statue of Liberty Museum and then board the ferry to Ellis Island where you’re sure to be overcome with emotion when you realize you very well could be following the footsteps of your ancestors.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Afterward, the ferry will return you back to the beautifully landscaped Battery Park where you’ll walk through its winding paths as you continue on to the hallowed grounds of the 9/11 Memorial and Museum for a somber yet oh-so-powerful experience.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> </li> <li> <p><span><span><span>Day 3 – Let’s Go For A Walk (And Perhaps A Bite To Eat): </span>Today you’ll join your expert tour guide on a fun and informative 4-hour private walking tour of your choice. Check out your choices below – or – we can customize a tour based on your interests and passions. <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included.</em></span></span></p> <ul> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="3" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Courier New" data-leveltext="o" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":1451,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Courier New","469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"o","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="9"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Arthur Avenue Food Tasting Tour </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="3" data-aria-posinset="2" data-font="Courier New" data-leveltext="o" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":1451,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Courier New","469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"o","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="9"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Greenwich Village Food Tasting Walking Tour </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="3" data-aria-posinset="3" data-font="Courier New" data-leveltext="o" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":1451,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Courier New","469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"o","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="9"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Brooklyn Food Tasting Tour </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="3" data-aria-posinset="4" data-font="Courier New" data-leveltext="o" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":1451,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Courier New","469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"o","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="9"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Half-Day Midtown Manhattan Private Walking Tour </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="3" data-aria-posinset="5" data-font="Courier New" data-leveltext="o" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":1451,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Courier New","469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"o","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="9"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">High Line & Hudson Yards Private Walking Tour </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="3" data-aria-posinset="6" data-font="Courier New" data-leveltext="o" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":1451,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Courier New","469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"o","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="9"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">High Line, Chelsea Market & Meatpacking District Private Walking Tour </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="3" data-aria-posinset="7" data-font="Courier New" data-leveltext="o" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":1451,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Courier New","469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"o","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="9"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Lower East Side Private Walking Tour</span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="3" data-aria-posinset="8" data-font="Courier New" data-leveltext="o" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":1451,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Courier New","469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"o","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="9"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">NYC Skyscrapers Private Walking Tour</span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="3" data-aria-posinset="9" data-font="Courier New" data-leveltext="o" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":1451,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Courier New","469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"o","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="9"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Origins of New York Private Walking Tour</span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="3" data-aria-posinset="10" data-font="Courier New" data-leveltext="o" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":1451,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Courier New","469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"o","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="9"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Private Cultural Walk through Little Italy & Chinatown</span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="3" data-aria-posinset="11" data-font="Courier New" data-leveltext="o" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":1451,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Courier New","469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"o","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="9"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Private Walking Tour of Central Park </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="3" data-aria-posinset="12" data-font="Courier New" data-leveltext="o" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":1451,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Courier New","469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"o","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="9"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">SoHo Private Walking Tour </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="3" data-aria-posinset="13" data-font="Courier New" data-leveltext="o" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":1451,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Courier New","469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"o","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="9"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Private Walking Tour of Prospect Park </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="3" data-aria-posinset="14" data-font="Courier New" data-leveltext="o" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":1451,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Courier New","469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"o","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="9"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Essential Walking Tour of Brooklyn</span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="3" data-aria-posinset="15" data-font="Courier New" data-leveltext="o" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":1451,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Courier New","469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"o","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="9"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Choose your own Neighborhood Private Walking Tour </span><br /> <span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> </ul> </li> <li> <p><span><span><span>The Show Must Go On: </span>You pick the Broadway show – and what a fabulous selection of musicals and plays it is! – and then we get you premium seats to enjoy the performance from!</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <ul> <li> <p><span><span><span>A Museum Is A Must:</span> Your experience also includes general admission to one of four of NYC’s most popular museums – which you can stroll through at your leisure. Choose from the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), the American Museum of Natural History, the Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met) or the all-new Museum of Broadway. Or – if a totally different kind of art experience intrigues you – you can choose admission to the Artechouse which is billed as “an intimate digital arts space and one of the most unique art locations in New York City!”</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span><span>Until We Meet Again:</span> When your unforgettable experience in New York City comes to an end, you’ll be met at your hotel by your driver for your private transfer back to the airport via luxury vehicle.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><br /> <span><span><strong>Tour Duration: </strong>Multiday<br /> <br /> <strong>Tour Can Operate: </strong></span></span></p> <p><span><span>The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.</span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span>This tour is offered year round, 7-days a week.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><span>Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.</span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p></p> <p><span><span>The starting location of the tour is customizable to fit your schedule. The tour can start at your hotel doorstep, at a restaurant where you just finished breakfast or custom location of your liking. Pick up or drop off locations outside of Manhattan may accrue additional time & cost.</span></span></p> <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> Please inquire with your sales representative. <br /> <br /> <strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Easy<br /> <br /> <strong>Inclusions:  </strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Roundtrip Airport Transfers</span><span data-contrast="auto"> (from LGA, EWR or JFK) to Manhattan via luxury vehicle including bottled water, driver gratuity and inside meet & greet upon arrival</span><br /> <span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="2" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Full-Day Private Tour to Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and 9/11 Memorial & Museum</span><span data-contrast="auto">– Includes private tour guide for 8 hours, 2 one-way transfers to and from guest’s hotel., Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Ferry plus admission into the 9/11 Museum</span></span></span></p> <p></p> </li> </ul> <ul> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="3" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Half Day Private Manhattan Highlights Tour</span><span data-contrast="auto"> – Includes private licensed tour guide and luxury vehicle for 4 hours: Central Park and Midtown Highlights (Times Square, Grand Central Terminal, Rockefeller Plaza, and surrounding areas). Can also be customized.</span></span></span></p> </li> </ul> <ul> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Half Day Private Walking Tour</span><span data-contrast="auto"> – Includes private licensed tour guide. Choose from: </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> <ul> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Arthur Avenue Food Tasting Tour (4 hours)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Greenwich Village Food Tasting Walking Tour (3 hours) </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Brooklyn Food Tasting Tour (4 hours)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Half-Day Midtown Manhattan Private Walking Tour (4 hours)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">High Line & Hudson Yards Private Walking Tour (4 hours)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">High Line, Chelsea Market & Meatpacking District Private Walking Tour (4 hours)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Lower East Side Private Walking Tour (4 hours)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">NYC Skyscrapers Private Walking Tour (4 hours)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Origins of New York Private Walking Tour (4 hours)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Private Cultural Walk through Little Italy & Chinatown (4 hours)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Private Walking Tour of Central Park (4 hours)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">SoHo Private Walking Tour (4 hours)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Private Walking Tour of Prospect Park (4 hours)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Essential Walking Tour of Brooklyn (4 hours)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":731,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Choose your own Neighborhood Private Walking Tour (4 hours)</span></span></span></p> </li> </ul> </li> </ul> <ul> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":11,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Broadway Show Tickets</span><span data-contrast="auto"> (Premium Tickets)</span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":11,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">General Admission ticket to an </span><span data-contrast="auto">Observation Deck</span><span data-contrast="auto">. Choice of: Empire State Building, Top of the Rock, the EDGE, or SUMMIT One Vanderbilt</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":11,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Choice of One (1) </span><span data-contrast="auto">Museum Entry</span><span data-contrast="auto">: Museum of Natural History, Metropolitan Museum of Art, Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) or The Museum of Broadway</span></span></span></p> </li> </ul> <ul> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":11,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">Restaurant Reservation Concierge Service</span><br /> <span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559685":993,"335559737":4,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></span></span></p> </li> <li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="3" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="?" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":11,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"?","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2"> <p><span><span><span data-contrast="auto">24-hour support phone number</span></span></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span><span><strong>Exclusions:</strong></span></span><br /> <br /> <em>Gratuity for the tour guide is not included.</em></p> <p><span><span><span class="TextRun SCXW110592556 BCX0" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW110592556 BCX0">Specialty food tours (not mentioned above) will incur </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW110592556 BCX0">additional</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW110592556 BCX0"> costs.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW110592556 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559685":11,"335559731":622,"335559737":-705,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><em>*Airport Meet and Greet available with sedans and SUVs.  Not available for LGA Airport arrivals.</em></span></span></p>	09/04/2024	09/04/2024
At Sea	09/05/2024	09/05/2024
Royal Naval Dockyard	09/06/2024	09/06/2024
At Sea	09/07/2024	09/07/2024
At Sea	09/08/2024	09/08/2024
Perfect Day at CocoCay	09/09/2024	09/09/2024
Miami	09/10/2024	09/10/2024

Royal Caribbean International®: Serenade of the Seas

Dive into new discoveries as you sail onboard Serenade of the Seas®.No matter where in the world you’re sailing, Serenade of the Seas® keeps you close to all the natural splendor. Once onboard, panoramic views and acres of glass ensure you’ll never miss a moment of the surrounding scenery. In between adventures onshore, you can soak up the sun poolside, tee off on the mini golf green, and dig into world-class flavors that will take you from Tuscany to Tokyo.

Ship Statistics

Year Built: 2003
Year Refurbished: 2017
Year Entered Present Fleet: 2003
Previous Name: –
Country of Registry: Bahamas
Tonnage (GRT): 90,090
Guests (Lowers): 2,146
Total Guests: 2,476
Passenger Decks: 12
Number of Crew: 884
Officers' Nationality: International
Cruise/Hotel Staff Nationality: International

Total Rooms: 1073
Suites: –
Balconies: 577
Ocean/River View: 247
Interior: 249
Accessible: 19

From sunrise to sunset and around every corner, there's something exciting for you to do on a Royal Caribbean International cruise vacation. Onboard, try the rock-climbing wall, or work out with one of the fitness trainers. How about a swim or a relaxing massage? Better yet, try your luck at Caribbean Stud Poker, attend an art auction, or turn it out dancing in a nightclub. There are even supervised activities for kids.

Tipping Policy

Royal Caribbean will add a daily US$14.50 gratuity (US$17.50 for suite guests) to each guest's onboard SeaPass account. The gratuities are shared by the Dining Services Staff, Stateroom Attendants, and other Housekeeping Services personnel. Alternatively, guests may prepay gratuities prior to boarding by calling Royal Caribbean. Guests who prepay gratuities will not have an automatic daily gratuity added to their SeaPass account.

An 18% gratuity is also automatically added to beverages, minibar items, spa and salon purchases. If guests wish to reward exceptional service by providing additional gratuities, they may do so by providing an additional gratuity to their SeaPass account or a cash gratuity at their discretion.

Shipboard Policies

Medical Emergencies
Should a guest become sick or injured while onboard, they should visit the medical facility immediately. The doctor will diagnose the illness/injury and advise accordingly.
Pregnancy Policy
Royal Caribbean International cannot accept guests who will have entered their 24th week of pregnancy by the beginning of, or at any time during the cruise or cruisetour. A physician's "Fit to Travel" note is required prior to sailing, stating how far along (in weeks) the pregnancy will be at the beginning of the cruise and confirming that the guest is in good health and not experiencing a high-risk pregnancy. The "Fit to Travel" note should be faxed to the Access Department at 1-954-628-9622. Guests should contact Royal Caribbean at 1-866-592-7225 or at special_needs@rccl.com if they have already booked a cruise or cruisetour and do not meet this requirement.
Smoking Policy
For the comfort and enjoyment of all guests, Royal Caribbean ships are designated as non-smoking. However, there are certain public and private areas where smoking is allowed.
Smoking in public areas is only permitted in designated smoking sections, which vary by ship. Generally, smoking is permitted outdoors on only one side of the ship, and on all private oceanfront balconies, including Loft Suite balconies. To assist in locating areas where smoking is permitted,you will find visible signage posted within all smoking areas and ashtrays that are provided for your use.
For safety reasons smoking is NOT permitted inside any stateroom or on private balconies that overlook The Boardwalk or Central Park. Smoking is NOT permitted in any dining venues, food outlet, theater, hallway, corridor, Central Park, The Boardwalk or the Jogging Track.
Pipe or cigar smoking is only permitted within the Cigar Lounge on applicable ships.
Special Dietary Needs - Advance Notice Required
Royal Caribbean will make every effort to accommodate guests' dietary requirements whenever possible. They can accommodate dietary needs such as:
- Food allergies
- Gluten-free
- Kosher
- Low-fat
- Low-sodium
Vegetarian Meals (including Indian-style vegetarian) are available on all menus in the Dining Room and Windjammer Cafe every day. Guests do not need to make a special request for these meals.
Lactose-free/soy milk, Ensure, and kosher meals are available at no extra charge. Guests will need to notify RCCL at least 45 days prior to sailing (90 days for European/South American Itineraries).
Kosher for Passover meal requests MUST be received 90 days in advance in order to be accommodated.
Guests should contact their travel agent and request that special meal requests be noted in their reservation details. Special meal requests that are received less than 45 days prior to sailing (90 days for European/South American itineraries) are dependent on the ship's product availability. Royal Caribbean will try to accommodate requests to the best of their ability.
Please note: Baby food is available via the Gifts and Gear page via the Babies To Go program and infant formula is not provided on board.
Guests may not bring on board any food items other than baby food and/or dry, nonperishable snack items (cookies, crackers, chips, energy bars, etc).
Wheelchair Access & Special Needs
While guests are not required to provide information about the extent of their disability, the more information they can share with Royal Caribbean about specific needs, they better they will be able to accommodate those needs.
Guests are encouraged to notify Royal Caribbean of special needs at the time of booking, in order to guarantee availability of specific equipment or services. Please provide:
- 60 days advance notice if you need sign language interpreting services during your cruise.
- 30 days advance notice if you need special equipment or services (see list below) to accommodate your disability during the cruise.
- If Royal Caribbean does not receive enough advance notice, they will make reasonable efforts to provide requested equipment and/or services within the timeframe allotted.
Guests must provide 72 hours advance notice if they are traveling with a group of 10 or more passengers with disabilities.
Equipment and Services Requiring Advance Notice:
- 60 days prior to sailing
- Sign language interpreting services
- 30 days prior to sailing
- Raised toilet seat
- Commode chair
- Shower stool
- Transfer bench
- Service animal relief area
- Large print materials
- TTY
- Visual-tactile alert system
- Assistive listening device
- Medical refrigerator
- Sharp's container
- Distilled water
- Extension cord
- Oxygen supply delivery
- Dialysis supply delivery

Public Rooms

Art Gallery
Bar(s)/Lounge(s)
Card Room
Casino
Game Arcade
Internet Café
Library
Multi-Level Atrium
Nightclub
Show Lounge
Sports Bar

Stateroom Amenities

Direct Dial Phone
Hair Dryer
In-Stateroom Movies
Minibar and/or Refrigerator
Private Safe
Showers and/or Bath Tubs
Sitting Area
Suites
Television / Radio

Entertainment

Art Auctions
Classes and Workshops
Internet Access
There is wireless internet access in selected areas onboard. Wi-Fi service provides internet access 24 hours a day through guests' own Internet Service Provider. The service is available fleetwide at a nominal charge. More information available onboard.
Live Bands

Dining

24-hour Room Service
Alternative Specialty Restaurant(s)
Café/Coffee Bar
Dining Style: Flexible Dining Options
Dining Style: Formal Nights and Casual Evenings
Traditional Assigned Seating

Other Facilities

ATM
Beauty Salon
Boutique(s) (duty-free)
Business Services
Concierge Desk
Dry Cleaning/Laundry
Elevators
Infirmary / Medical Center
Each Royal Caribbean is equipped with a medical facility. At least one licensed physician and two nurses are normally in attendance on all Royal Caribbean cruises. Guests will be charged for medical services and medications are available onboard for a fee. The types of medications kept onboard are limited and guests must bring an adequate supply of any specific medications they need. Royal Caribbean is not responsible for the diagnosis, treatment or services furnished by shipboard medical personnel.

Sports, Health and Fitness

Aerobics and/or Cardio Instruction
Basketball
Cardio Equipment
Fitness Center
Free Weights
Full Service Spa
Jogging Track
Mini-Golf
Outdoor Swimming Pool(s)
Ping Pong
Putting Greens
Rock-Climbing Wall
Sauna
Shuffleboard
Steam Room
Volleyball
Weight Machines
Whirlpool(s)
Yoga and/or Pilates Instruction

Children and Teens

Babysitters Available
Children's Pool
Dedicated Children's Center
Dedicated Teen Center
Outdoor Children's Play Area
Teen Programs
Youth Counselor Staff
Youth Programs

Suite

Suite Guarantee (WS) Call for Price

Category: WS

With this selection, you are guaranteed to receive a stateroom within a selected category, anywhere on the ship. However, the actual room assignment and location on the ship may be determined at any time after your reservation has been completed and paid in full up to the day of sailing.

Junior Suite (J3) Call for Price

Category: J3
Deck 10

Size approx: 293 sq. ft. Balcony: 41 sq. ft. An incredible intimate suite with a great view. Up to 5 guests. Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed. One bathroom with tub. Some staterooms have obstructed view, please check for square shape key legend on cabin number. Accessible Stateroom Size approx: 362 sq. ft. Balcony: 86 sq. ft. Up to 4 guests. Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One single sofa bed in staterooms with up to 3 guests. One double spa bed in staterooms with up to 4 guests.

Ocean View Suite - 2 Bed Room (No Balcony) (VT) Call for Price

Category: VT
Deck 10

Size approx: 584 sq. ft. Enjoy this incredibly spacious room with your family. Up to 8 guests. Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed. One Pullman bed and one twin bed or two Pullman beds.

Grand Suite - 1 Bedroom (GS) Call for Price

Category: GS
Deck 10

Size approx: 293 sq. ft. Balcony: 106 sq. ft. Enjoy a comfortable suite and the extra perks. Up to 5 guests. Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed. Some staterooms have obstructed view, please check for square shape key legend on cabin number.

Owner's Suite - 1 Bedroom (OS) Call for Price

Category: OS
Deck 10

Size approx: 582 sq. ft. Balcony: 154 sq. ft. Enjoy the ultimate suite for a perfect vacation. Up to 4 guests. One queen size bed. One double sofa bed. Living area with double sofa bed. Private balcony. One bathroom with whirlpool tub, double sink and bidet.

Royal Suite - 1 Bedroom (RS) Call for Price

Category: RS
Deck 10

Size approx: 1,001 sq. ft. Balcony: 106 sq. ft. Relish an extraordinary vacation in this luxurious suite. Up to 4 guests. One King bed. One double sofa bed. Private balcony. One bathroom with tub, double sink and bidet.

Owner's Suite 2 Bedrooms (OT) Call for Price

Category: OT
Deck 9
Deck 8
Deck 7

Size approx: 584 sq. ft. Balcony: 151 sq. ft. Enjoy the ultimate suite for a perfect vacation with family and friends. Up to 8 guests. Two sets of two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed. Two Pullman beds. Two bedrooms. Living area. Private balcony. Two bathrooms (master bathroom with tub).

Balcony

Balcony Stateroom Guarantee (XB) Call for Price

Category: XB

Spa Balcony Stateroom Guarantee (XS) Call for Price

Category: XS

Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (1D) Call for Price

Category: 1D
Deck 8
Deck 7
Deck 9

Size approx: 179 sq. ft. Balcony: 20 sq. ft. Experience a spectacular view for a memorable vacation. Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King. One single sofa bed in staterooms with up to 3 and 4 guests. One Pullman bed in staterooms with up to 3 or 4 guests. Private balcony. One bathroom. Some staterooms have obstructed view, please check for square shape key legend on cabin number.

Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (2D) Call for Price

Category: 2D
Deck 10
Deck 8
Deck 7
Deck 9

Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (3D) Call for Price

Category: 3D
Deck 10
Deck 8
Deck 7
Deck 9

Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (4D) Call for Price

Category: 4D
Deck 10
Deck 8
Deck 7
Deck 9

Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (5D) Call for Price

Category: 5D
Deck 9
Deck 7
Deck 8
Deck 10

Spacious Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (1B) Call for Price

Category: 1B
Deck 10
Deck 9

Size approx: 204 sq. ft. Balcony: 41 sq. ft. Immerse yourself in a gorgeous view for a memorable vacation. Up to 5 guests. Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One Pullman bed in staterooms with up to 3 guests. One double sofa bed or one single sofa bed and one Pullman bed in staterooms with up to 4 guests. One double sofa bed and one Pullman bed in staterooms with up to 5 guests. One bathroom. Some staterooms have obstructed view, please check for square shape key legend on cabin number.

Spacious Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (2B) Call for Price

Category: 2B
Deck 9
Deck 10

Spacious Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (3B) Call for Price

Category: 3B
Deck 10
Deck 9

Spacious Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (4B) Call for Price

Category: 4B
Deck 10
Deck 9
Deck 8
Deck 7

Connecting Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (CB) Call for Price

Category: CB
Deck 10
Deck 9
Deck 8
Deck 7

Size approx: 179 sq. ft. Balcony: 20 sq. ft. Experience a spectacular view for a memorable vacation. Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King. Up to 2 Guests. Private balcony. One bathroom.

Oceanview

Ocean View Stateroom Guarantee (YO) Call for Price

Category: YO

Ocean View Stateroom (1N) Call for Price

Category: 1N
Deck 4
Deck 3
Deck 2

Size approx: 169 sq. ft. Gaze into the beautiful views from your cozy room. Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One Pullman bed in staterooms with up to 3 guests. One double sofa bed or two Pullman beds in staterooms with up to 4 guests. One bathroom. Accessible Stateroom Size approx: 258 sq. ft. Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One or two Pullman beds in staterooms with up to 3 or 4 guests. Note: Some staterooms on Deck 2 have porthole instead of window.

Ocean View Stateroom (2N) Call for Price

Category: 2N
Deck 4
Deck 3
Deck 2

Ocean View Stateroom (3N) Call for Price

Category: 3N
Deck 8
Deck 7
Deck 4
Deck 3

Ocean View Stateroom (4N) Call for Price

Category: 4N
Deck 4
Deck 3

Ultra Spacious Ocean View Stateroom (1K) Call for Price

Category: 1K
Deck 8
Deck 7

Size approx: 265 sq. ft. Have a spectacular view in an immense space with family. Up to 6 guests. Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed. One Pullman bed and one twin bed or two Pullman beds.

Spacious Ocean View Stateroom (4M) Call for Price

Category: 4M
Deck 7

Size approx: 169 sq. ft. Have a spectacular view for a memorable vacation. Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One Pullman bed in staterooms with up to 3 guests. One double sofa bed or two Pullman beds in staterooms with up to 4 guests. One bathroom.

Connecting Ocean View Stateroom (CO) Call for Price

Category: CO
Deck 4
Deck 3

Stateroom Size approx: 155 sq. ft. Experience a spectacular view for a memorable vacation. Up to 2 guests. Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed.

Inside

Interior Stateroom Guarantee (ZI) Call for Price

Category: ZI

Interior Stateroom (1V) Call for Price

Category: 1V
Deck 10
Deck 9
Deck 8
Deck 7
Deck 4
Deck 3
Deck 2

Size approx: 160 sq. ft. Enjoy your vacation in the perfect space. Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One Pullman bed in staterooms with up to 3 guests. Two Pullman beds in staterooms with up to 4 guests. One bathroom.Accessible Stateroom Size approx: 258 sq. ft. Up to 3 guests. Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One Pullman bed in staterooms with up to 3 guests.

Interior Stateroom (2V) Call for Price

Category: 2V
Deck 9
Deck 8
Deck 7
Deck 4
Deck 3
Deck 2

Interior Stateroom (3V) Call for Price

Category: 3V
Deck 10
Deck 9
Deck 8
Deck 7
Deck 3
Deck 4

Interior Stateroom (4V) Call for Price

Category: 4V
Deck 10
Deck 9
Deck 8
Deck 7
Deck 3
Deck 4

Rates are cruise only, per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses additional for all guests (unless otherwise stated). Rates are subject to availability and may change without notice. Restrictions may apply.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Airfare, Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses are additional for all guests. Pricing for 3rd and 4th guests are available upon request and are subject to stateroom category availability. Prices change frequently and are subject to availability at time of booking. Pricing listed may not be combinable with promotions/amenities. Rates shown already include applicable discounts such as buy one, get one half off or other promotions.

All fares are quoted in US Dollars.

Deck 10

Stateroom Key

Interior Stateroom (1V)
Interior Stateroom (3V)
Interior Stateroom (4V)
Spacious Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (1B)
Spacious Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (3B)
Spacious Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (4B)
Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (2D)
Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (3D)
Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (4D)
Connecting Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (CB)
Royal Suite - 1 Bedroom (RS)
Ocean View Suite - 2 Bed Room (No Balcony) (VT)
Owner's Suite - 1 Bedroom (OS)
Grand Suite - 1 Bedroom (GS)
Junior Suite (J3)
Spacious Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (2B)
Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (5D)

Deck 9

Stateroom Key

Interior Stateroom (1V)
Interior Stateroom (2V)
Interior Stateroom (3V)
Interior Stateroom (4V)
Spacious Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (1B)
Spacious Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (2B)
Spacious Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (3B)
Spacious Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (4B)
Connecting Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (CB)
Owner's Suite 2 Bedrooms (OT)
Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (4D)
Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (1D)
Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (5D)
Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (3D)
Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (2D)

Deck 8

Stateroom Key

Interior Stateroom (1V)
Interior Stateroom (2V)
Interior Stateroom (3V)
Interior Stateroom (4V)
Ultra Spacious Ocean View Stateroom (1K)
Ocean View Stateroom (3N)
Spacious Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (4B)
Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (1D)
Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (2D)
Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (3D)
Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (4D)
Connecting Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (CB)
Owner's Suite 2 Bedrooms (OT)
Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (5D)

Deck 7

Stateroom Key

Interior Stateroom (1V)
Interior Stateroom (2V)
Interior Stateroom (3V)
Interior Stateroom (4V)
Ultra Spacious Ocean View Stateroom (1K)
Spacious Ocean View Stateroom (4M)
Ocean View Stateroom (3N)
Spacious Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (4B)
Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (1D)
Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (2D)
Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (3D)
Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (4D)
Owner's Suite 2 Bedrooms (OT)
Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (5D)
Connecting Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony (CB)

Deck 4

Stateroom Key

Studio Interior Stateroom (2W)
Interior Stateroom (1V)
Interior Stateroom (2V)
Ocean View Stateroom (1N)
Ocean View Stateroom (2N)
Ocean View Stateroom (3N)
Ocean View Stateroom (4N)
Connecting Ocean View Stateroom (CO)
Interior Stateroom (4V)
Interior Stateroom (3V)

Deck 3

Stateroom Key

Interior Stateroom (1V)
Interior Stateroom (2V)
Interior Stateroom (3V)
Interior Stateroom (4V)
Ocean View Stateroom (1N)
Ocean View Stateroom (2N)
Ocean View Stateroom (3N)
Ocean View Stateroom (4N)
Connecting Ocean View Stateroom (CO)

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