Explore the USA’s Rich Culture and History on an Escorted Tour

From the soulful rhythms of the Deep South to the ancient landscapes of the Southwest, the United States offers a tapestry of cultural and historical experiences. This vast and varied land tells its story through music, architecture, civil rights landmarks, and indigenous heritage - each region making its mark on America's history.

For those with a passion for history and culture, especially seasoned travellers seeking depth and authenticity, an escorted tour offers a seamless way to uncover the heart and soul of this fascinating country without the hassle of planning it yourself. Here are a few of our favourite historical hotspots.

Discover ancient civilisations in the Southwest USA

Beginning with the mysteries of ancient civilisations, the southwestern region of the United States, particularly New Mexico and Colorado, is an excellent destination full of wonder. Mesa Verde, spanning parts of Arizona and New Mexico, is the only national park devoted to Native American Archaeological remains. It protects the cultural heritage of 26 Pueblos (American Indian villages) and tribes, offering an almost untouched window into the past. Guided by Native American storytellers, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of traditions that predate Europe's 'discovery' of the New World by hundreds of years.

Other iconic national parks also have strong connections to Native American culture. The Grand Canyon has been home to Indigenous peoples for millennia, including the Ancestral Puebloans, Southern Paiute, Havasupai, and Navajo. It holds deep spiritual and cultural significance in archaeological sites, like cliff dwellings and rock art. Monument Valley - located within the Navajo Tribal Park - remains part of Navajo life, where traditional farming, grazing, and cultural practices continue.

Learn more about the American Revolution in New England

The seeds of American Independence were sown in New England, so no exploration of American history is complete without a visit. Boston, Massachusetts is littered with historically significant sites. Follow the Freedom Trail to 16 historically significant sites, preserved and dedicated by the citizens of Boston in 1951. This unique collection of museums, churches, meeting houses, burying grounds, parks, a ship, and historic markers tells the story of the American Revolution and beyond. It makes its way from Paul Revere's House - who famously rode to Lexington, to warn patriot leaders in hiding there - to the Old North Church, where lanterns signalled the British advance. Visit the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum for an immersive experience that brings one of the most iconic acts of protest to life. And stand on Boston Common, America’s oldest public park, and imagine the fervour of revolutionaries rallying for liberty.

Reflect on the complex history of the Civil Rights Movement in the Deep South

Head to the Deep South for a profound look at the USA's complex modern history. In Alabama, the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute and Selma's Edmund Pettus Bridge offer powerful insights into the struggle for equality. Nearby Selma invites reflection at the Edmund Pettus Bridge, where peaceful marchers were met with violence in 1965 - a turning point in the movement.

In Memphis, the National Civil Rights Museum, located at the Lorraine Motel where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated in 1968, takes visitors on a moving journey through the fight for justice - from slavery and segregation to the modern-day pursuit of equality. Further west, in Dallas, Texas, history takes another turn at Dealey Plaza, where President John F. Kennedy was assassinated. The floor in the Texas Book Depository from where the fatal shots were fired has been converted into the excellent 6th Floor Museum dedicated to explaining the background and the events of that fateful day on the 22nd of November in 1963. And in Louisiana and Georgia, visits to antebellum plantations provide a sobering look at the realities of slavery. These historic estates, with their grand facades and painful pasts, offer essential context to the American story.