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The 7 History Tours Around the World That Earn Their Price

7 ferry trips  ·  from $10 a ticket

Every trip has one free day too few. These 7 history tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.

Boston Historic Taverns Tour with Tastings and Ferry - Crossing Boston Harbor to Charlestown
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Boston Historic Taverns Tour with Tastings and Ferry

1.Boston Historic Taverns Tour with Tastings and Ferry

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 156 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $129Our pick

Spend 3.5 hours with a small group and a local guide such as Big Al, walking from Boston’s North End to Charlestown and back. You’ll ride the harbor ferry, visit two historic taverns, enjoy two drinks and snacks, see five Freedom Trail sites, and finish with a cannoli.

“Big Al was soo knowledgeable and funny..Loved it He was great with going at our pace,so we never felt rushed or too tired.”

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Boston: Historic Pubs Walking & Ferry, Food & Drink Tour - Charlestown, Bunker Hill, and the USS Constitution
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Boston: Historic Pubs Walking & Ferry, Food & Drink Tour

2.Historic Pubs Walking & Ferry, Food & Drink Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 56 reviews · 3h 30m · from $129

Spend 3.5 hours walking Boston’s North End, Charlestown, and downtown with an English-speaking guide such as Alvin, Martin, or Big Al. Visit Warren Tavern and another historic pub, ride the harbor ferry, sample appetizers and drinks, and finish with a North End pastry.

“Our reservation had to be changed from the pubs tour to the North End Pizza Tour. Big Al was our tour guide for the North End Pizza Tour and he was AMAZING! Lively, knowledgeable, and so friendly. We had a blast throughout the whole tour. It was a very hot and humid day, but Big Al took great care of us, keeping water in our hands at all times and keeping us in the shade and A/C as much as possible. The value for the money was great. I would highly recommend this tour for all foodies and anyone interested in Boston’s history.”

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Halifax: Georges Island National Historic Site Ferry Ticket - Meeting the ferry at Cable Wharf
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Halifax: Georges Island National Historic Site Ferry Ticket

3.Halifax: Georges Island National Historic Site Ferry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 28 reviews · 2h 30m · from $16

Board at Cable Wharf for a short ferry ride to Georges Island National Historic Site. You’ll see harbor views, explore island fortifications, join a 20-minute guided tour, and choose your return boat based on availability. English service, Parks Canada admission, and the island boat tour are included.

“This is a very great tour and not very well advertised. I would highly recommend you go. It just looks like a little island off the shore, yet it is steeped in history you wouldn’t realise.”

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Scenic Bergen: Port to Port History, Alleys, & Bryggen Walk - Nordnes and the city behind the postcards
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Scenic Bergen: Port to Port History, Alleys, & Bryggen Walk

4.Scenic Bergen: Port to Port History, Alleys, & Bryggen Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $0

Join I Love Bergen for a two-hour walk from the port-side Nøstet district to Bryggen. Guides such as Magda, Jordan, Jeff, and Dane explain Bergen’s past and present while leading you through narrow lanes, Nordnes, the fish market, Vågsbunnen, and the UNESCO-listed wharf.

“We had a fantastic tour with Dane, friendly, knowledgeable, funny... we really enjoyed this activity and recommend it without reservation.”

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Harpers Ferry Audio Tour History, Ruins and River Views - Lower Town Train Station and Harpers Ferry’s beginnings
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Harpers Ferry Audio Tour History, Ruins and River Views

5.Harpers Ferry Audio Tour History, Ruins and River Views

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $9Best value

Use your phone to follow a two-hour, GPS-guided walk through Harpers Ferry, from the train station and John Brown’s Fort to Jefferson Rock, Virginius Island, and the river junction. The English audio guide starts near each stop, letting you set your own pace, though steep hills and spotty cell service require planning.

“A good way to hear about Harper Ferry ‘s history. Technology recognizes where you are located & provides information about that site. This supports the traveler’s pace in viewing the area.”

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Batam Heritage Tour with Singapore Ferry Ticket, Lunch & Massage - The Barelang bridges and Galang’s refugee camp
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Batam Heritage Tour with Singapore Ferry Ticket, Lunch & Massage

6.Batam Heritage Tour with Singapore Ferry Ticket, Lunch & Massage

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $123

Cross from Singapore to Batam by BatamFast ferry, then tour Barelang Bridge, the Galang refugee camp, mosques, local shops, coffee roasters, and a layer-cake bakery with a private guide. Lunch, snacks, return ferry, and a 90-minute Indonesian massage are included.

“A memorable day in Batam and the islands! Gunawan was my driver and guide and made sure I was able to see and learn as much as possible about the people and sights to see!”

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Day Tour of Macau’s Historic Landmarks with Ferry from Hong Kong

7.Day Tour of Macau’s Historic Landmarks with Ferry from Hong Kong

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 2 reviews · from $110

Travel from Hong Kong to Macau by TurboJET with hotel pickup or a meeting point, then follow a guide through the historic center, including St. Paul’s, Monte Forte, Senado Square, and Na Tcha Temple. Choose an earlier return with Sands Casino time or stay later for the Venetian Macao.

“We did an island hopping adventure in the Ang Thong national marine park, where we visited 4 islands;”

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