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Celebrating our 26th season! Truth is stranger than fiction. Who would have thought that a story about characters in a sleepy little southern town would have created such a stir? Shocking soirées! Scandalous affairs! Don’t let the Southern charm fool you! Even the rumors whispered beneath dripping Spanish mass are enough to make a man blush- and it’s all true! We are proud to present to you a lovely saunter through the pages of John Berendt’s runaway best seller Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil. If you love gossip, you’ll love his tour!!

“Mind Blowing” “The absolute best tour we've ever taken and we travel the world” “Great way to start the day and visit to Santa Fe” This performance and experience NOT to be missed and an absolute must do tour to not only get one of the most in-depth understanding of Santa Fe, the surrounding area, and the state of New Mexico at large. Victor Romero has deep family roots to northern New Mexico dating back before the arrival the of Spanish over 400 years ago. A truly outstanding New Mexican storyteller of his people, their culture and experience of New Mexico that will leave you in awe and laughing as you make your way through this historic and culturally packed city with a funny twist along the way. Victor is a true gem and ambassador of the city of Santa Fe. This tour is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED *A high paced tour as to help acclimate our guest to the 7,200 ft elevation. Drink plenty of WATER the week of travel to help. Best parking is along Nausbaum Street

My name is Chris, and I'll be your guide to Downtown. I've led tours for KTLA, Spectrum News1, and NHK Japan. There's a chance you've come across my other 5 star experiences, like the Sunset Strip True Crime tour. When you book with me, you're guaranteed to get the tour creator as your guide - not a person reading from a script. This isn't your average walking tour. Over 3 hours, you will dive deep into the history, architecture, and landmarks of Downtown Los Angeles! Our tour starts with a ride on historic Angels Flight. Your ticket for this 1901 train from La La Land and Bosch is included as a part of the experience! You'll see famous LA buildings, like the Walt Disney Concert Hall, Bradbury Building, and City Hall. We will discuss their film history, architects, and styles. From Art Deco to postmodern, there's amazing variety along our walk. We will also visit Little Tokyo for sample from LA's oldest candy store and explore the history of this fascinating part of Los Angeles.

Experience the real French Quarter at Shrimp Boil Cabaret Step away from the tourist crowds and join us for a private dinner party celebrating the flavors and sounds of the Quarter. The Shrimp is sourced from local shrimping families at their boat docks a few hours before your shrimp boil to choose the largest, freshest, wild-caught local shrimp available. Mister Gregory, "The Shrimp Boil King of New Orleans" grew up in the Gulf South shrimping and boiling and advocating for wild-caught Gulf Shrimp and the "eat it to save it" culinary approach. Please join us for live local music and a lovely dinner party, make some new friends and eat the very best shrimp in the world.

It is the official excursion from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon with a guide in Spanish. Transported by van no more than 14 people, VIP group and with direct access inside the Grand Canyon makes it the most exclusive tour in Las Vegas. A tour that takes us through Hoover Dam and Lake Mead and once in the Grand Canyon we proceed to the natural viewpoint: Eagle Point where the famous glass viewpoint is the Skywalk, and with free time in the Grand Canyon to take pictures and appreciate this natural wonder. Pickup from your hotel in Las Vegas. Lunch included. Professional photos by our guide. 8.5 hours approximately from hotel to hotel.

Step into Miami's Golden Era with this intimate small-group walk through the most beautiful & culturally significant examples of Art Deco architecture in Miami Beach and enjoy exclusive access to the interiors of historic hotels and other landmark gems where large groups are not allowed for a much more memorable experience! Get an in-depth introduction to Miami Beach history, architecture, art, and culture within the Miami Beach Art Deco Historic District. You'll be amazed to discover the brief but intense history of a city that transformed in 100 years from a swampy sandbar to a billion-dollar paradise, from a coconut plantation to an exclusive beach resort. This history is filled with hurricanes and mobsters, Jewish elders, Cuban refugees and drug dealers, Versace, Miami Vice, Scarface, and celebrities. You'll experience the magic and discover the glamour, vice, and secrets hidden in plain sight. Private & Spanish language tours available; inquire directly at Sobeach Tours website.

We put our guides together to select the most haunted stories and locations from their years of experience. The result is a "best of" ghost tour featuring our local guides' mysterious and frightening favorites. Want to find out why NOLA is considered America's most haunted city? Our guides will take you on a tour of their favorites in paranormal activity in New Orleans: from LaLaurie Mansion and throughout the French Quarter, be prepared to be terrified and thrilled by eerie presences still lying in wait around every corner. You'll hear stories of mysterious deaths, unspeakable tragedy, and twisted history that have left the spirits of these unfortunate souls to continue to walk amongst the very places you'll visit on this tour.

A Ghost tour with a twist! See haunted sites in the French Quarter on this 2-hour small-group ghost tour of New Orleans (max of 22 per group.) This is the only one that features 2 augmented reality experiences created by artist Marcus Brown. Hear ghostly legends and lore from your entertaining guide, who shares eerie tales featured on the History Channel. With its colorful past and unique traditions, it’s no wonder that so many New Orleans’ homes and taverns have been investigated by paranormal investigators! This walking tour includes 2 augmented reality experiences with more in development. Gray Line commissioned native New Orleanian Marcus Brown, a sculptor, painter, inventor, musician and educator whose work includes national and international exhibits and performances. *The AR exhibits are compatible with iPhone or iPad. It is not necessary to download an app to participate. Guide will offer other viewing options to Android users. Standard data & internet usage required.*

From fiery deaths to watery graves: In this 1.5 mile cemetery walking tour, we weave what we know of the peoples who lived here for millennia with verifiable stories of recent centuries. We can only guess, based on our psychics’ readings and eerie coincidences we have observed, where people here before us feared to walk and canoe at night. As a wise person wrote, every story ends as a ghost story. Our ghosts are legion. We now call it Oregon; “ourigan” was ancestral home to hundreds of thousands. They have left a darkness here, expressed with stories from the earliest days of our written history to modern times. Starting with early disasters, we will tell ghost stories we have collected, from fiery deaths to those in the waters of nearby river; from self-inflicted to deaths brought by the state or a rich man’s guilt. Our route takes us through the inner eastside, where more of Portland’s disasters have happened than any other part of the city & where many early settlers are buried.

Travelers, at the moment of our meeting, our tour begins, providing you with information and interesting stories about the city of Las Vegas in Spanish, making our first stop at the famous and iconic Welcome to Las Vegas sign, then we will enter the Mojave desert making our next stop at the Seven Magic Mountains. ...after spending a great time there, we return to your hotel or any other place you prefer.

Pedicabs are the best and most efficient way to explore Central park, it has revolutionized the way tourists explore. Designed to transport up to three passengers, it gives the ability to hop on & hop off for photos. The driver is also your provate tour guide who will introduce you to the history of the park, show you movie scene locations, homes of the wealthiest and most famous American families and architecture design in and around the park. We also hold the most affordable prices in the industry. Our tours are offered in four different languages - English, Spanish, French and Russian.

Explore the city of New Orleans and the famous Oak Alley Plantation on this guided, bus tour in New Orleans. First head to the Grande Dame of the Great River Road, Oak Alley Plantation. See the historic grounds — 25 acres of history and romance, regret and rebirth, tragedy and triumph. Arguably nowhere in the south is there a more spectacular setting. All entry fees plus a New Orleans hotel pickup and drop-off are included. Next hop into an air-conditioned minibus and begin with a trek through the French Quarter, the Garden District, Katrina devastated area, and City Park. Southern Style Tours has one mission, to provide guests with accurate historical information for an authentic understanding of New Orleans.

Discover the sweet side of Philadelphia on the Underground Donut Tour, a delicious walking adventure through the city’s most iconic flavors. We’ll kick things off near Center City at Federal Donuts, a local Philadelphia favorite with both specialty donuts and hot and fresh daily specials. From there, we’ll visit a vibrant mochi donut shop, featuring global flavors like matcha, ube, and black sesame, each bite offering a chewy twist on a classic treat. Next, we’ll balance out the sweetness with a Philadelphia staple, the hot and fresh soft pretzel, a savory icon baked to perfection. Finally, we’ll head to the legendary Reading Terminal Market to visit Beiler’s Donuts, where handmade donuts are fried, filled, and glazed right before your eyes. This tour blends culture, flavor, and history into one unforgettable experience, showcasing the city’s best bakeries and its love for all things delicious.

Enjoy an unforgettable adventure with our exclusive group tour, designed for up to 14 people and lasting approximately 3.5 to 4 hours! Travel in comfort in our brand new, Sprinter vans, with the option of bilingual guides in both Spanish and English. Your experience promises to be thrilling and memorable! Join us for an exceptional exploration that captivates all your senses! starting with a scenic drive through the Art Deco Historic District of Miami Beach. Feel the pulse of the city as you hop off for an immersive walking tour through Wynwood, the celebrated Art District, guided by an expert who will reveal breathtaking murals and street art. Next, venture into the heart of Little Havana, where you will witness the intricate artistry of cigar-making and savor a shot of authentic Cuban coffee while soaking up the lively atmosphere of Domino Park. The grand finale? Enjoy leisurely time for lunch or shopping at the bustling Bayside Marketplace.

Your tour will take you through the historic downtown area known as Old Towne, where Victorian-style buildings and century-old businesses tell the incredible story of the "Petticoat Regime"—the pioneering women who owned and operated 30 out of 32 hotels by 1926. We'll start at the Ocean City Life-Saving Museum near the inlet and walk north along the Boardwalk and Baltimore Avenue, ending at the famous Thrasher's French Fries stand.You will hear stories about remarkable businesswomen like Zipporah "Zippy" Lewis, who lived in a house made from shipwreck wood and left her land to her daughters instead of her sons, and Ella Phillips Dennis, who along with other women, created one of America's most successful female-dominated business communities during an era when women weren't even allowed to vote. Go at your own pace, anytime. This tour is smartphone guided and never expires. It's all on your walking tour app.

Drink your way through one of the oldest, most cultured and historic neighborhoods in the United States on this innovative, interactive tour complete with stories of New Orleans history, dark history, legends of ghosts, voodoo, vampires, comedy, and, of course, drinks. A real EMF Meter - Ghost/Paranormal Detector will be used during this tour. Follow the guide through the magical streets of the Vieux Carre (French Quarter) and visit historic and cultural landmarks. This 2‐hour approx. walking tour is centered around New Orleans' history and the detailed events of it's past. Learn how New Orleans has developed into the magnificent city that it is today from a knowledgeable local guide. Boozers, history buffs, and paranormal enthusiasts alike are sure to have a blast on the drunk history of New Orleans walking tour, surely a memorable experience. Rewrite history by putting your own spin on some of New Orleans most talked about historical events and haunted locations.

Discover New Orleans' heritage and the beauty of its period homes during this historical tour. Ride along the city’s stately streets, passing jewels of architectural styles in the French Quarter, Bayou St John and the Garden District, and enjoy guided walking tours of St Louis Cemetery #3. This small-group tour with a maximum of 14 people ensures a more personalized experience.

New Orleans a city founded in 1718 by Jean Baptist Le Moyne de Bienville. This city sets at the edge of a river in the middle of the swamps and is older than the United States. The tour will explore the historical landmarks, sites, and monuments within the VIEUX CARRE . Join us for an exclusive journey into the history of a people, a city, a culture, and the traditions that contributed to every aspect of the development of what became known as the city of New Orleans. Witness a Creole Culture that still exist to this day. From the dawn of the Louisiana Colony to the historic Orleans Ballroom and beyond, the contributions of the Indigenous, French, Africans, Germans, Spain, Cajuns, Haitians, Irish, Italians.... are world renown and visible throughout New Orleans. Come and explore the beauty of the Creole French Quarters.

Spanish-speaking Tour. Learn about the historical, shocking, and very interesting Salem Witch Trials from a local Spanish-speaking tour guide. Hear the stories of the victims, the accusers, and the powerful people who make the Witch trials happen. Walk through the streets that have history that is still alive in our hearts.

This is a Plantation & swamp tour experience. The Destrehan Plantation. Established in 1787 and listed on the national registry of historic places remains the oldest documented plantation home in the lower Mississippi Valley. You will find Yourself immersed in the rich history of Louisiana when French was the language and the white gold of sugar was the economy. Family stories of those free and enslaved people set against the fabric of history will intrigue every visitor to this site. you will have a 30 to 45 min guided tour of the mansion and about another 45min of self guided tour to experience exhibits and pictures. And for the finale we will head to the swamp tour. Travelers will get the Cajun experience as you travel at high speeds to your tour site by airboat. Where then our Licensed Tour Guide will amaze you with the wealth of knowledge of Cajun life and the Louisiana swamp. Gators and all the wildlife the Louisiana have to offer

Indulge in a sweet symphony in the heart of New Orleans. Picture strolling through the iconic French Quarter, where cobblestone streets lead to hidden gems and historic landmarks. This tour unfolds against the backdrop of charming architecture, live jazz melodies, and the lively atmosphere that defines the city. More than a gastronomic delight, the tour immerses you in New Orleans' cultural riches. Engage with street musicians, witness vibrant art scenes, and experience the city's lively energy. As you savor each delightful bite, the tour weaves through historic landmarks like the St. Louis Cathedral and the French Market. This sweet celebration is more than a tour; it's an exploration of flavors, culture, and the vibrant spirit of New Orleans. Whether you're a local rediscovering your roots or a visitor eager to taste the essence of the city, join us on this culinary journey that promises to be the highlight of your sweet adventures. Book your ticket now!