The 1956 tour solely focuses on the uprising events and areas. Experience the build up, follow the marches, re-live the battles and remember the stories! You start your tour in our store with a short history overview of how, why and what exactly took place to make the Hungarians take up arms against Big Brother's pawns. After this you visit 7 main areas for the significance of their locations and meanings.Your fist two stops are the Liberty Square for Cardinal Mindszenty's part in the revolution and the U.S. Embassy before a short walk to the Imre Nagy memorial. Here is the remembrance of the man who defied the leaders in Moscow and paid dearly on the gallows two years later in total secrecy through a court and sentencing. Next stop is the Parliament area where the shots were fired, which began the revolt to take up arms. Also here you view the eternal flame for the 1956 revolution remembering all those who fought and lost their lives.Then you take a short walk to Olympic park for the bloody remembrance of the 1956 water polo game against the Russians. Here we will also view where some of the first marches started from Bem square. Afterwards, take a short ride on tram to the university and learn about their roles in the revolution. The sixth stop takes us to the Hungarian Radio where demonstrators marched to take over the building for Imre Nagy's famous speech calling to the West for support. Here you'll learn about the storming of the building. The final stop of the tour is Corvin lane to one of the major battle areas where boys and men fought alongside each other Soviet tanks with nothing more than Molotov cocktails and small fire arms. This stop will depict the location for its protective feature against the stronger Soviet army and how the Freedom Fighters were able to overcome almost the impossible and defeat some of the Red Army's soldiers and tanks bringing on full fledged fighting and destruction to the city.

For all you History buffs out there, this is the perfect way to experience Athens!Syntagma Metro station, where your tour begins contains many archaeological exhibits including ancient grave stones, an aqueduct from the 5th century BC, pottery, a 2,000-year old beehive and a mosaic from the 5th century AD.Continue to the impressive House of Parliament with the Monument to the Unknown Soldier, guarded by the city's famous statuesque Evzones, the presidential guards.Walking through Syntagma Square, the heart of the city, you come to Sotira of Lycodimos, the unique 11th century church, now the Russian Orhodox Cathedral, or to the church of "Sotira tou Kottaki" one of the oldest churches of Athens.Continue strolling through the Plaka's paved streets before arriving at the Lysicrates Monument from the 4th century BC and the remnants of an old Christian Church. A ten-minute walk up the beautiful Dionyssiou Areopagitou pedestrian walkway will bring you to the Acropolis, crowned by the Parthenon, with its spectacular views over the city below.You will enjoy a profound and detailed explanation of the history of its monuments by our knowledgeable licensed guides. On the way to the Acropolis you will also see the Dionysus Sanctuary, the Philopapos Hill, the Herodion Theatre and the Mars Hill.

For all you History buffs out there, this is the perfect way to experience Athens!Syntagma Metro station, where your tour begins contains many archaeological exhibits including ancient grave stones, an aqueduct from the 5th century BC, pottery, a 2,000-year old beehive and a mosaic from the 5th century AD. You will then see the House of the Greek Parliament, former Palace. Walking through the Syntagma Square, the heart of the city, you come either to Sotira of Lycodimos or the Kottakis Church both beautiful Byzantine churches which you are going to visit. Continue strolling through the Plaka's paved streets before arriving at the Lysicrates Monument from the 4th century BC and the remnants of an old Christian Church. A ten-minute walk up the beautiful Dionyssiou Areopagitou pedestrian walkway will bring you to the Acropolis, crowned by the Parthenon, with its spectacular views over the city below.You will enjoy a profound and detailed explanation of the history of its monuments by our knowledgeable licensed guides. On the way to the Acropolis you will also see the Dionysus Sanctuary, the Philopapos Hill, the Herodion Theatre and the Mars Hill.

Your tour begins at the Mercat Cross which marks the historic heart of Edinburgh. Here merchants gathered to trade: 'Mercat' is simply the Scots word for market. The townspeople met to exchange news and gossip and listen to public pronouncements, and visitors to the city came here to find a guide who was both city grapevine and taxi driver! Pick up your guide at the Mercat Cross and let him entertain you with stories from Edinburgh's past. Since the earliest times, Edinburgh has been at the forefront of religious and legal matters in Scotland. St Giles Cathedral was founded in 854 AD and has been site of some of the most dramatic events in the nation's history. The Protestant Reformers, the brave Covenanters and the fiery Jenny Geddes who threw her chair at the Bishop - hear about them all. Home to the earliest skyscrapers in Europe, some famous Edinburgh tenements were 14 stories high. After defeat by the English in 1513 the city fathers build the Floddeen Wall around Edinburgh to protect against invasion. As the population grew, the city could not expand outwards, so it grew upwards. It is said that people, ten stories up, could reach out and shake hands with their neighbors in the opposite building! Your tour ventures down the narrow passageways into courtyards where you learn of tragedy and triumph, marvel at the stunning architecture - and recoil at the cry "gardyloo". The Royal Mile was home to the great, the good - and the not so good - of Edinburgh. Deacon Brodie, locksmith by day and thief by night, inspired Robert Louis Stevenson's famous novel The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde. Deacon Brodie and many others populate this enthralling and fascinating tour of the Old Town of Edinburgh.

This Ancient Rome Walking Tour visits all the best known sites including the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Capitoline Hill, Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, and Piazza Navona. Rome is breathtaking all on its own, but with an experienced guide you'll delve deep into the life of this city and breathe its history like no other.The local guides are trained to educate you in history, politics and architecture, but also make the real life and times of ancient Rome come to life with enthusiasm and humor. In three hours you'll play on the stage of ancient Rome as Gladiator, Emperor, Slave, Vestal Virgins, Senator, Merchants and Goddess!The tour includes inside visits of the Colosseum and Roman Forum. The entrance fee is NOT included. A supplement of 14 euros per person will be payable direct on the day of travel. Special Offer - Book and travel from now until March 31 2008, and pay for 1 adult and the second travels for FREE - BOOK NOW!

Your tour begins at No.1 London, the name given to Apsley house. Built by Adams in 1775 for Baron Apsley and acquired by the Duke of Wellington in 1817, he aggrandized the house with the help of architect Wyatt who gave it the Corinthian temple front and faced in gold bath stone. It became the grand mansion of the Duke of Wellington, the victor of Napoleon. You will find the treasures regaled to the Duke by the European Monarchs returned to their thrones after the defeat of Napoleon. As you enter the house in the inner hall is the nude marble statue by Canova of Napoleon in the guise of Apollo. See silver and porcelain sets, jewels and snuff boxes surrounded by the Duke's furniture. Upstairs are the paintings which he collected and superb old masters from the Royal Spanish collection found in Giuseppe Bonaparte's coach as he was abandoning Madrid and given to Wellington by the King of Spain. Among them are paintings by Velazquez, Rubens, Murillo, Ribera and Goya.Walking along Knightsbridge, London's famous shopping center where Harrods is located, you will reach the Victoria and Albert Museum, London's Victorian center of art and crafts dedicated to the royal couple. Now a museum of arts from all countries, styles and periods. Apart from the main collection of oil paintings and watercolours (with emphasis on the British ones and a collection of Constable's oil sketches), sculpture and architectural examples, the museum contains the world's finest collection of applied arts such as weapons and armours, bronzes and carpets etc. Visit the famous Cartoons for tapestries which Raphael created for Pope Leo X and the sculpture gallery collection where are some of the best examples of Donatello.This private tour is hosted by an English-speaking guide specializing in art history. Please list any special interests you have (art, architecture, history) at time of booking to alert our guide so that he or she can better prepare for your private tour.

Take an audio adventure similar to one you may have experienced in a museum. An MP3 Audio Walking Tour helps you to get under the skin of a city, from its world-famous landmarks to its fascinating hidden corners. Written by a registered Barcelona tour guide the walks will allow you to stop when and where you like, and leave your eyes free to take in the sights, and your hands (and bags!) free of heavy, awkward travel books.Gothic QuarterA walk through the oldest part of the city, where Barcelona was founded by the Romans. The walk starts at Placa del Pi, one of the most beautiful squares in the city, it then explores the vicinity of the Cathedral, with its medieval cloisters and old city walls. There is an optional detour to see a Roman temple, followed by a walk to the Palau Reial Major and Museu Frederic Mares. From Placa del Rei to Placa Sant Jaume, you will experience the powerful heart of Gothic, Roman and present day BarcelonaModernism - Catalan ArchitectureA walk along beautiful streets which will show you some of the finest examples of "el Modernisme Catala". The walk starts at Avinguda Diagonal and continues from here looking at examples of different Modernist works around this area and Passeig de Gracia. The walk ends at the exquisite Palau de la Musica. A must for all architecture enthusiasts!La RamblaA walk showing you the back streets and sights around La Rambla. The walk starts at Placa de Catalunya and continues onto the many faces of the different Ramblas that make up La Rambla, one of the world's most famous pedestrianised streets. Take detours into the Raval, explore La Boqueria market, search the ground for a Miro and admire Modernist buildings, including Palau Guell by the master himself, Antoni Gaudi.

This Barcelona Walking Tour of the Gothic Quarter and Temple d'August will show you through the streets, squares and old buildings of the city as you will learn about the areas' history and its people.The remains of the Roman city survive in the Gothic Quarter alongside the city's medieval buildings, witnesses to a splendid past. Barcelona was the capital where the Catalan counts and monarchs held their court for 500 years.The tour includes visits inside Temple d'August, the best preserved Roman relic in Barcelona. You will also visit The Placa del Rei where you will find the many medieval buildings, including the palantine chapel of Santa Agata.This is a great way to gain an orientation of the city and become familiar with the lively Gothic Quarter and its many bars, restaurants and shops.

Walk through the Old Town as you discover Barcelona's most emblematic gastronomic establishments. Learn about Catalan gastronomic culture, an essential ingredient of its cultural heritage.Visit La Boqueria Market, which is the most well known market in Spain, opened in 1836. La Boqueria Market sells a wide variety of local produce, such as vegetables, fish, meat, fruit, as well as foods from all over the world and even insects!Also on the itinerary is "Tostaderos Casa Gispert", specialized in roasting coffee and nuts. Opened in 1851, the shop retains its original furniture and old wood-burning oven: the only one of its kind in Europe.During your walking tour you will also visit shops specializing in wine, chocolate and pastries. You will have the chance to try samples of traditional Catalan products, such as fruits in La Boqueria Market, and wine at the end of the tour in the Winery "La Vinya del Senyor" (a glass of wine and a Catalan Tapa).

Join a Barcelona Walking Tour of the Quadrat d'Or, or Golden Square, in the Eixample district. This is an exceptional area which became the focus of "modernist" Barcelona at the end of the 19th century.Gaudi is the city's most internationally renowned and emblematic architect. His buildings are a must-see attraction which leave everyone who sees them speechless with wonder.Take a leisurely stroll through this neighborhood and admire the Catalan art Nouveau buildings by celebrated architects such as Antoni Gaudi, Domenach I Mutaner and Puig I Cadafalch, to name just a few.Your tour also includes 20% discount on admission to Casa Batllo, an exceptional modern masterpiece by Gaudi. This discount is valid for 1 year so you can visit at your leisure. Please note a visit to Casa Batllo is not part of this tour.