Bus & coach · HISTORICAL TOURS
Good historical bus tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each fare includes and how they differ.
See Prague’s top sights by open top bus, with a castle stop, 26 language audio, and excellent value in just two hours.
“lots of historical places to visit, lots of information to absorb.”
Review of Gettysburg’s two-hour battlefield bus tour, with National Park guide, key Civil War sites, practical tips, value, and booking advice.
“What an awesome experience. Very informative, would recommend to anyone coming this way for a visit.”
Ride Prague’s historic Line 42 tram for 24 hours, with hop-on hop-off stops near Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, and the Vltava.
“The tram follows a very nice route trough the center of Prague. It even stops near the castle of Prague. Very friendly and helpfull staff on the tram. They guided me to the Prague Transport Musuem which is worth a visit for those who like the trams in Pargue.”
Review the Hague’s historic hop-on hop-off tram, with 16 stops, multilingual audio, Scheveningen beach access, and practical planning tips.
“It would be nice if it could tell you which stop the tram is currently stopping at.”
Taste Brooklyn’s pizza, pierogi, kielbasa, cannoli, and more while exploring its neighborhoods by comfortable bus.
“A great way to see Brooklyn and eat at great places. Thanks Laurie for a great day. We did not go back to the hotel hungry. Thanks to Luis for the safe driving.”
See Charleston’s top landmarks on a 90-minute climate-controlled bus tour with local stories, historic neighborhoods, and flexible departures.
“It was informative, fun and a great introduction to the city.”
See old and new Dubai, cross Dubai Creek, visit the souks, and rise to Burj Khalifa’s 124th-floor view in five hours.
“Everyone was so kind & friendly. Made us feel welcomed.”
Review of Memphis’ Mojo music bus tour, including Sun Studio, Beale Street, live music, landmarks, practical tips, and value.
“This tour was excellent! Cecil was very informative, telling us about the history of music in Memphis. He also entertained us with his guitar playing skills. Princess, drove us around & is a worthy sidekick. It was fascinating to see where Elvis played his first live concert and Sun studios where so many of the great hits were recorded. I would highly recommend.”
![[One-day bus tour departing from Kanazawa Station] Shirakawa-go and Gokayama - Two World Heritage Villages Enjoyable Bus Tour - 7:50 a.m. at Kanazawa Station](https://assets.bustourdays.com/wp-content/uploads/one-day-bus-tour-departing-from-kanazawa-station-shirakawa-go-and-gokayama-two-world-heritage-villages-enjoyable-bus-tour.jpg)
Review of Kanazawa’s Shirakawa-go and Gokayama bus tour, with local lunch, English support, timing, value, and practical tips.
“What a great tour. The guides were informative, helpful and communicated clearly. The amount of time in each village was really good and lunch was delicious - even with accommodations for dietary restrictions. Highly recommended!”
Review of Naxos Island’s $41 full-day bus tour, covering Demeter’s Temple, Halki, Apiranthos, Apollonas, and the Kouros statue.
“the tour guide is very friendly and very knowledgeable about the local culture and history. Even though we visited about 6 places but the journey was never felt rushed. This tour could be an epilogue of your subsequent village visits as it serves as an introduction of the iconic spots in each village. all in all, a very recommended tour for those who don't rent a car.”
Explore Beaufort’s Civil War past, antebellum homes, and movie locations on a comfortable 100-minute bus tour.
“Kelly was very thorough and knew her history of the area well. We enjoyed the tour and learned so much about many things we didn’t know. I highly recommend this tour. My only wish was there was more time to take photos. The only stop was the cemetery”
Explore Galveston’s 1900 storm and landmarks on a 45-minute air-conditioned bus tour with guide Pat for $25 per person.
“Fun history tour of Galveston . Pat is very knowledgeable. Sot in middle of bus you will see everything”
Review of Cincinnati’s 2-hour history and sightseeing bus tour, with Union Terminal, river views, landmarks, pricing, tips, and honest drawbacks.
“It was not terrible but think we did not see everything we were promised as we went over same area it seemed. I remember seeing one area 3 times.”
Review of Charlotte’s historical city bus tour, with uptown landmarks, local guides, sports venues, pricing, itinerary, and practical tips.
“Tour was great! Keith was very knowledgeable and friendly. We learned alot about Charlotte during our tour and would highly recommend this tour.”
Review of Memphis Haunted History Bus Tour, with ghost stories, Victorian mansions, historic stops, practical tips, price, and honest drawbacks.
“Good information. Comfortable bus. Both the driver and commentator were very friendly, courteous, and knowledge. We enjoyed ourselves and our small group made it super cozy. Love how they were prepared with mosquito repellant for us. Good tour!”
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![Departing from Takayama [Regular sightseeing bus] World Heritage Sites Shirakawago and Gokayama Ainokura - Starting in Takayama at 8:30 in the morning](https://assets.bustourdays.com/wp-content/uploads/departing-from-takayama-regular-sightseeing-bus-world-heritage-sites-shirakawago-and-gokayama-ainokura.jpg)
