Top Asia Historical & Heritage Tours

Angkor Temples Small-Group Tour

• 258 Reviews
• Discover the mysteries of Angkor on this full-day, small-group temples tour from Siem Reap. See the iconic Angkor Wat and the enigmatic faces of Bayon temple. Wander around Ta Prohm, where the trees are intertwined among the ruins, and enjoy a traditional lunch at Sras Srang -- the Royal Baths. This is a perfect tour for those who want to see the highlights of the Angkor temples in one day.
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Kyoto Rail Tour by Bullet Train from Tokyo

• 324 Reviews
• See the highlights of Kyoto on a full-day tour from Tokyo. Learn about the history of the region from your guide as you visit top attractions including Mt Fuji, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Sanjusangen-do Hall, and Kioyomizu-dera Temple. Enjoy a delicious lunch in Kyoto, and take a round-trip ride on the super-speed bullet train.
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Bridge on the River Kwai and Thailand-Burma Railway Tour

• 496 Reviews
• Take a memorable ride on the Thailand–Burma Railway, also known as the Death Railway for the thousands of POWs and forced laborers who lost their lives building it during World War II. On this day trip from Bangkok, you’ll visit the Kanchanaburi War Cemetery and the Jeath War Museum, and hear moving war stories from your guide. Then ride a long-tailed speedboat down the River Kwai where you’ll have a view of the famous bridge. Lunch and hotel transport by coach are included.
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Full-Day South Korean DMZ and Joint Security Area from Seoul

• 3 Reviews
• Get to know the Joint Security Area (JSA) and the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) that mark the border between North and South Korea during this 8-hour coach tour from Seoul. Along with your guide and group, make stops at important landmarks such as the Dora Observatory, the Dorasan Station, the DMZ Theater, and Imjingak Park, among others. Traditional Korean lunch and round-trip transportation from Seoul are included.
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Watch Morning Practice at a Sumo Stable in Tokyo

• 114 Reviews
• Visit a sumo training center in Tokyo to observe the morning practice. Spend approximately two hours watching the sumo wrestlers train and observe the rules and regulations of sumo. It’s a rare chance for visitors to glimpse this exclusive world, and a fascinating window into a Japanese tradition.
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All Inclusive Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Private Day Tour

• 90 Reviews
• Visit the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu and the Summer Palace (Yiheyuan), both UNESCO World Heritage sites, on a full-day private tour from Beijing. The Great Wall of China is one of the most popular attractions in China, yet the Mutianyu section attracts fewer visitors, which means you get a less crowded experience of this world-famous landmark. Then learn about the history of the majestic Summer Palace as you stroll through its lavish gardens, sprinkled with temples and other eye-catching features. Includes guide, lunch, entrance fees, Great Wall cable car ticket, private vehicle, and hotel pickup and drop-off.
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Private All-Inclusive Day Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Mutianyu Great Wall

• 35 Reviews
• See three of the top attractions in and around Beijing with a guide on this 8-hour private tour to Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu. Private transportation with hotel pickup and drop-off is included, as well as entrance fees, lunch, and a ticket for the round-trip cable car or toboggan ride at the Great Wall.
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Private Tour: Full-Day Ayutthaya Tour from Bangkok

• 24 Reviews
• Explore ruined temples and a Siamese royal palace on a full-day private tour from Bangkok to Ayutthaya Historical Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With a personal guide to lead the way, you’ll see temples, a Buddhist monastery, towers, and architecture that brings ancient Siam to life. This 9-hour, private Ayutthaya tour includes pickup and drop-off at Bangkok hotels, entrance fees, and a Thai lunch, as well as the fun, flexible experience of a private guide.
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WWII and Corregidor Island: Historical Sightseeing Tour from Manila

• 38 Reviews
• Visit Corregidor Island, where one of the most celebrated battles of World War II took place, on this full-day sightseeing tour from Manila. This island provided the first line of defense for the Filipino and American soldiers from the invading Japanese forces during World War II. Learn about the role the Philippines played and explore the barrack ruins and secret passageways. Then relive history at the Malinta Tunnel Light and Sound Show, which chronicles the events that shaped the center of American operations during the war. Transportation and lunch are included.
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Chiang Rai Day Trip from Chiang Mai City

• 65 Reviews
• Take a day trip to Chiang Rai and see the modern architectural marvel of Wat Rong Khun (White Temple). Explore the ancient royal city of Chiang Saen and take a long-tail boat ride on the Khong River. Your full-day itinerary includes a restaurant lunch plus round-trip hotel transport from Chiang Mai. Numbers are limited to a maximum of nine people to ensure a small-group experience with your professional guide.
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Private Tour: Thai–Burma Death Railway Bridge on the River Kwai Tour from Bangkok

• 110 Reviews
• Travel back in time on this private Thai Burma Death Railway Bridge on the River Kwai Tour from Bangkok. You’ll gain insight and deeper understanding about some of the nation’s top attractions as you follow your expert local guide on this memorable excursion. Pay a visit to the nation’s most famous bridge that spans the River Kwai and listen to stories about the notorious history of this Thai landmark. Listen as your guide explains how this impressive structure still serves as a memorial to the thousands of prisoners of war and forced laborers who died building the railway. Your private guide will take you on an all access tour of the bridge, through the JEATH War Museum and Allied War Grave, and transport you on a thrilling long-tailed boat ride along the river. Lunch is included on this memorable tour.
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Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Miyajima Island Tour from Hiroshima

• 146 Reviews
• Discover two of Japan’s most spectacular sights on a captivating tour of Hiroshima and Miyajima’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, explore the impressive monuments of Miyajima Island, famed for its sacred Itsukushima Jinja Shrine, whose red tori gate appears to be protruding from the sea during high tide. Continue onto the Hiroshima Peace memorial Park, a moving expanse dedicated to promoting peace around the globe. Enjoy a tranquil ferry ride and absorb the natural splendor of the region’s scenery on this enriching excursion.
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Experience Old and Nostalgic Tokyo: Yanaka Walking Tour

• 44 Reviews
• Step back in time to ancient Tokyo during this 3.5-hour exploration of the city’s historic Yanaka district. Discover a different side of the sprawling Japanese capital that dates back to its Edo period of the 16th through 19th centuries, admiring the area’s charming mix of temples, springtime cherry blossoms and timeless ‘reien’ (cemetery). A included guide will accompany you on your visit, providing additional details about Japanese history and local culture.
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Manila Old and New: Sightseeing Tour Including Intramuros and Fort Santiago

• 58 Reviews
• Discover the top sights of Manila on a 4-hour sightseeing tour by coach with an expert guide. Take in the City of Makati and Old Manila, including landmarks such as Nielson Tower, American Cemetery and Memorial and the old walled city of Intramuros. Walk through Intramuros to see UNESCO World Heritage sites including San Agustin Church and Fort Santiago, and learn about the nation's history and heroes like Dr Jose Rizal. You'll gain insight into the Philippine's history, the Spanish colonial era and vibrant modern-day Manila.
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Private Beijing Day Trip: Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs

• 11 Reviews
• Take a private tour to two monumental UNESCO World Heritage Sites located near Beijing: the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu and Ming Tombs. Your experienced guide takes you to the less-crowded Mutianyu section of the Great Wall, which offers superb viewing of historical and architectural features, along with sweeping views of the surroundings. Continue to the Ming Tombs, the royal burial complex for the emperors of the Ming Dynasty, and visit either the Sacred Way, Chang Ling Tomb or Ding Ling Tomb during your tour.
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DMZ Past and Present: Korean Demilitarized Zone Tour from Seoul

• 304 Reviews
• Travel to the Korean Demilitarized Zone to see the border that divides North and South Korea on this guided adventure from Seoul. Learn about the troubled history of the country, from the time of the Korean War to modern day. Visit Imjingak Park, the Freedom Bridge, the Third Infiltration Tunnel and the DMZ Museum. Plus, look across the DMZ into North Korea from the Dora Observatory. Lunch (if option selected), all the necessary entrance fees and a hotel pickup are included.
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Private Tour: Temple of Heaven, Tiananmen Square, Summer Palace and Forbidden City

• 36 Reviews
• Make the most of city sightseeing on this private tour of Beijing, which includes a visit to must-see attractions like Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and more. Your guide will provide in-depth information about each site's history and significance and will handle all transportation, planning, and logistics so you can just enjoy your trip. A delicious Peking Duck lunch and boat ride in Summer Palace are all inclusive.
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4-Day Essence of Sri Lanka Tour

• 3 Reviews
• Spend four memorable days on a cultural tour of Sri Lanka with a variety of sightseeing activities. Visit the Golden Temple of Dambulla, bicycle around the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, tour Sigiriya Rock Fortress and see the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa) — all UNESCO World Heritage sites. Your comprehensive itinerary includes a jungle trek, tuk-tuk transport and an ox-cart ride in a rural village. Includes 3-star hotels with daily breakfast.
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Full-Day Private Ayutthaya and Bang Pa-In Summer Palace from Bangkok

• 4 Reviews
• The Siamese capital of Ayutthaya is one of Thailand’s most impressive UNESCO World Heritage sites and visiting on a private tour means you can explore the ancient marvel in your own time. This full-day tour from Bangkok combines a visit to Ayutthaya with a stop at Wat Phu Khao Thong, a tour of Bang Pa-In Summer Palace, and a delicious Thai lunch at a local restaurant.
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Chiang Mai City and Temples Half-Day Tour

• 91 Reviews
• This half-day Chiang Mai temple tour explores the most famous and picturesque of the city’s 36 Buddhist Wats, the perfect introduction to Northern Thailand’s cultural and religious capital. Experience Chiang Mai’s most visually stunning Buddhist temples, including the gorgeous 600-year-old Wat Phrathat Doi Sutep atop the 5,300-foot (1,615 meter) Doi Suthep Peak, plus plenty of great photo-ops. The tour includes the services of a friendly, knowledgeable guide, entrance fees, air-conditioned transport and hotel pick-up and drop-off from central Chiang Mai.
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Singapore Round-Island Tour

• 606 Reviews
• Learn about Singapore’s World War II history and visit one of the city’s top modern attractions on this day tour of the island with an informative guide. Pay respects to WWII heroes at the Kranji War Memorial and enjoy the picturesque Bright Hill Temple and gardens. Lunch is included.
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Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Cave Temples Private Day Trip

• 26 Reviews
• Visit two UNESCO World Heritage sites, the Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Golden Temple of Dambulla, on this private day trip with a personal guide — a must-do activity when visiting Sri Lanka. You’re chauffeured in the comfort of your own vehicle for the approximate 4-hour drive from Negombo, Colombo or Mount Lavinai. Climb the 5th-century fortress on a sightseeing tour of the 8th Wonder of the World. After lunch, tour the impressive cave temple and marvel at its Buddha statues.
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4-Day Northeast Thailand Heritage and Temples Tour from Bangkok

• Explore Thailand’s heritage and temples on a 4-day privately guided tour from Bangkok. Head northeast to Isan to explore bustling markets and holy shrines, ancient battle sites, and extraordinary Khmer temples. Discover 11th-century ruins in Sisaket province and meet bronze and silk artisans in Ubon Ratchathani, then get a glimpse of the past at the active Ban Kan Lueang archaeological site. Enjoy traditional Thai meals and immerse yourself in the art, history, and culture of the extraordinary Isan.
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Historical Malacca Full-Day Tour from Kuala Lumpur including Lunch

• 338 Reviews
• Visit historic Malacca City, the capital of the Malaysian state of Malacca, on this guided, full-day sightseeing tour from Kuala Lumpur. Visit some of the most popular top sites in this UNESCO World Heritage City, like the 16th-century, Portuguese St. Paul’s Church and A Famosa fortress, Christ Church, the Stadthuys in the Red Square and much more. Enjoy a traditional Malaysian lunch and explore Jonker Street, the center street of Chinatown. Hotel pickup and drop-off and any necessary entrance fees are included.
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