Why book with us?

  • Immersive Historical Experiences:

    We offer immersive historical experiences where present-day worries are set aside, giving participants the chance to completely engage with the past, guided by knowledgeable and enthusiastic historians, in superb surroundings.

    For those seeking to dive deep into history, to feel its texture, understand its complexities, and appreciate its nuances, our immersive historical experiences are perfect!

  • Personal Service:

    Behind these unbelievable experiences is a philosophy of customer service, it's what sets these experiences apart and makes them memorable events that customers cherish and talk about long after they've happened. We have almost a decade of experience creating historical travel experiences for guests from all over the world and take our obligations very seriously.

  • Proven Track Record:

    Our re-booking reat is over 70% year-on-year with guests choosing us time and time again as their favoured historical tour operator. 

  • 5-star Reviews:

    You can see our google reviews or visit our 'Customer Reviews' page to see what our guests say about our tours. (hover over the titles for the links)

  • Award-winning:

    We are very proud to have beaten all other historic tour operators in our region to win 'Historic Tour Operator of the Year' at the Prestige 2024/25 awards.

  • Fully compliant with the regulations governing the travel industry:

    We comply with all relevant travel industry regulations, notably The Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018, and are members of the Travel Trust Association. 

    Be careful, the UK travel industry relies on companies following the rules voluntarily. Even if you decided not to travel with us, please make sure you ask your chosen tour operator by which method they are complaint with The Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations. 

  • Perfect for single travellers:

    We bring people of like mind together, and as a result we have found our tours to be the perfect place for the single traveller. Time with the group is balanced with time to yourself but you are never left alone or without support when you need it.

    We are honoured to have been the reason for the forging of many life-long friendships, which we often see when people return to a tour with a friend made on a previous one!

  • Meet your favourite historians:

    Guests get the opportunity to interact with historians who are deeply passionate about their field of expertise. Our historians not only share fascinating insights and stories but also engage with participants, answering questions and sparking discussions that make history feel alive and relevant.

Tour Director and Company Owner Philippa Lacey

Tour Director and Company Owner Philippa Lacey

We are award Winning!

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