Ruins & Archaeology Tours & Trips

741 Ruins & Archaeology trips. Tours from 134 tour companies. 883 reviews. 4.7/5 avg rating.

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Best of Cambodia: Siem Reap & Phnom Penh
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Private Guided
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They create handcrafted custom trip plans 70+ countries worldwide, giving you a personalized and unique travel experience.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • See the mysterious smiling faces of Bayon Temple
  • Catch the magical sunrise over the Angkor Wat
  • Ride a boat deep into the floating villages in the Tonle Sap Lake
  • Take in the stunning architecture of Royal Palace

Themes

Cultural, Family Friendly, Relaxing Retreats, Photography

What travelers are saying

"Found company on the internet and we were a bit nervous. Alick Peng put a 12 day tour together for us, our dates didn't fit in with a full guided tour, and it was magnificent. We enjoyed every day, hotels, food and especially the guides, Ayumi especially. The itinerary was first class and we even managed to travel between towns on our own. Tickets, routes, and guidelines were clear and easy to follow. The only time we got lost was trying to get out of Tokyo station. Once again, thanks."

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A Week in Jordan
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Small Group Tour
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With a wide range of trip styles, Exodus caters to every type of traveler out there- even those with specific interests from cycling to winter hiking.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Amman, Aqaba, Dead Sea, Jerash, Madaba, Petra, Wadi Rum

Highlights

  • Discover the secrets of Petra with two full days exploring the Red Rose City
  • Experience Bedouin life at our private desert camp in Wadi Rum
  • Stroll through the ancient Roman streets of Jerash
  • Float in the tranquil waters of the Dead Sea, an unmissable experience
  • Visit Mount Nebo, said to be the burial site of Moses

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife

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"The booking process for my forthcoming trip to Peru on the Salkantay trek in November went very smoothly"

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The Complete Historical Panorama of Greece
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Private Guided
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Designing original, innovative, and out-of-the-box travel itineraries and incredible personalized service.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Flavors of Athens - Food Tour - Private
  • Ancient Olympia Guided Tour - Private
  • Chania Local Cooking Class - Small Group
  • Knossos and Archaeological Museum Guided Tour - Private
  • Acropolis & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour - Private
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Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Culinary & Wine, Hiking & Walking, Sailing, Education / Learning, High Adventure, Relaxing Retreats

What travelers are saying

"Normally, I don't feel like writing reviews, but I felt compelled to do it for Athens Insiders. I made the decision to travel to Athens in the summer of 2012 in order to avoid the commotion that was predicted to result from the Queen's jubilee. As usual, my work kept me busy right up to the last minute, so I ran out of time to do anything fun for my week-long trip. I learned about this young group of tour guides for Athens and its vicinity from a friend. I had a wonderful experience. I got in touch with Daphne, who gave me email recommendations for Athens attractions to see, inquired about my preferences for local cuisine, and then devised an itinerary for my trip. In addition to visiting the typical suspects in Athens (Acropolis, etc.), I also chose to travel to Delhi and spend a night at a campground there. And I had a great time, honestly. We visited the attractions when there were few visitors and spent the busiest times outside of Athens rather than being herded around like cattle. I was taken to incredible tiny eateries (the well-known tavernas), marketplaces, and other regional shops."

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Highlights

  • Fully customized trip based on preferences
  • Matched with a local specialist
  • From $150 per person per day
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Classics of Turkey
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Group Tour
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They discover the best local partners, providing trips that are both efficient and authentic.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Ankara, Cappadocia, Istanbul, Izmir, Pamukkale

Themes

Family Friendly

What travelers are saying

"We took our family of five adults on a 9-day custom designed Italy trip. Omega tours, Michael Rizzo, did a great job of setting everything up for us and taking care of all the details. Would definitely work with Michael again. Thoroughly enjoyed Venice, Rome, and the Amalfi Coast. Stayed in Sorrento on the Amalfi Coast."

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Highlights of Egypt
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Private Guided
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They create handcrafted custom trip plans 70+ countries worldwide, giving you a personalized and unique travel experience.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Marvel at the mysterious pyramids complex at Giza
  • Take a relaxing Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor
  • Visit the magnificent Temple of Karnak and Luxor Temple

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Photography

What travelers are saying

"Found company on the internet and we were a bit nervous. Alick Peng put a 12 day tour together for us, our dates didn't fit in with a full guided tour, and it was magnificent. We enjoyed every day, hotels, food and especially the guides, Ayumi especially. The itinerary was first class and we even managed to travel between towns on our own. Tickets, routes, and guidelines were clear and easy to follow. The only time we got lost was trying to get out of Tokyo station. Once again, thanks."

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Journeys: Explore Jordan
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Visit the ancient ruins of jerash and petra
  • Watch a cooking demonstration and taste local specialties
  • Float in the dead sea
  • Thunder through the red-hued desertscapes of wadi rum
  • Enjoy a lecture from an archaeologist

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"I booked a trip using travelstride with G Adventure, 2 days before my planned travel date, I got an email from Travelstride that there was an error in the price and I have to pay an extra 370$, otherwise I can get a refund. Because it was only 2 days from my planned travel date, I couldn't argue or change my plan and I had to pay the extra money. When I met the group I was surprised to know that what I originaly paid without the extra 370$ was already 400$ more that what others had paid for the same trip. In addition to that my room mate didn't maintain any hygiene standards in the room and didn't even respond to greeting. When I told G Adventure about it, they said that I need to communicate with him and open my heart and they can't do anything about it!!!! So please don't book with them and if you happen to book with them, then please ensure that you are paying half the advertised price."

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Highlights of Albania
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Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They travel to places beyond the typical tourist locations and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” travelers want.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Berat, Elba, Gjirokaster, Kruja, Tirana

Highlights

  • Travel through Albania while discovering its fascinating history and culture
  • Discover Butrint, one of the greatest archaeological sites in the Balkans
  • Stroll along UNESCO-Listed towns and visit hilltop castles

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"We had a fantastic trip with explore! Starting with a brief intro to Thailand with professional friendly experienced guides Koi, Tri and the fab support Team (Bus driver, cycle team-always smiling and helpful!) travelling through the local back streets of Bangok and the waterways around the city, seeing the impressive Temples and Grand Palace through to the border of Cambodia. This is where we met are new guides Sum (bursting with enthusiasm, knowledge and fun), Seda (knowledgeable, humble and kind) and another great support Team (Bus Driver, cycle supporters-smiling and helpful) our guides provided an amazing insight into the kind and humble people of Cambodia, the interesting culture and history, with beautiful scenery and impressive historical sites of the Angkor's temples onto the border of the Vietnamese Mekong River Delta. Our professional, friendly guide Huan and new support Team (bus driver and cycle supporters (friendly and helpful as always!) who had been with us throughout the tour ensuring each day ran smoothly, from hotels, bikes/cycling needs, sight seeing, transfers, to additional ideas/options which made for an amazing dive session on Phu Quoc island, much appreciation to Huan and all the Team for a most memorable and always treasured adventure."

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Malta and Gozo Discovery
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Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They travel to places beyond the typical tourist locations and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” travelers want.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Gozo, Grand Harbour, Mdina, Mosta, Sicily, Sliema, Valletta

Highlights

  • Highlights tour of Malta and Gozo exploring these Mediterranean islands
  • Explore Malta's capital of Valetta and its fortifications, churches, Grand Harbour
  • Discover the oldest freestanding structures in the world including the temple of Ggantija

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"We had a fantastic trip with explore! Starting with a brief intro to Thailand with professional friendly experienced guides Koi, Tri and the fab support Team (Bus driver, cycle team-always smiling and helpful!) travelling through the local back streets of Bangok and the waterways around the city, seeing the impressive Temples and Grand Palace through to the border of Cambodia. This is where we met are new guides Sum (bursting with enthusiasm, knowledge and fun), Seda (knowledgeable, humble and kind) and another great support Team (Bus Driver, cycle supporters-smiling and helpful) our guides provided an amazing insight into the kind and humble people of Cambodia, the interesting culture and history, with beautiful scenery and impressive historical sites of the Angkor's temples onto the border of the Vietnamese Mekong River Delta. Our professional, friendly guide Huan and new support Team (bus driver and cycle supporters (friendly and helpful as always!) who had been with us throughout the tour ensuring each day ran smoothly, from hotels, bikes/cycling needs, sight seeing, transfers, to additional ideas/options which made for an amazing dive session on Phu Quoc island, much appreciation to Huan and all the Team for a most memorable and always treasured adventure."

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Ruins & Archaeology Reviews & Ratings

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Excellent tour of Cambodia

We enjoyed a week's tour of Cambodia (Siem Reap - Battambang - Phnon Penh) with Odynovo, with many attractions and activities included. It was easy to book online, a...

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Anonymous

Oct 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

A week in Jordan

Excellent Trip - fulfilled all my expectations - our Guide Zuhair was superb. on our second day in Petra spending time chilling at the tea shack by the High Place o...

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Anonymous

Oct 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

a week in jordon

full on trip which was very informative and interesting. all sites were good especially Petra, Little Petra and camping in Wadi Rum Eddy was entertaining and engag...

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Anonymous

Oct 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

Fantastic week, thoroughly recommend

An awe inspiring trip, with something for everyone, and covering all the key sights, sounds and tastes of Jordan. I knew I wanted to see Petra, but didn't really h...

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Anonymous

Oct 2018

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A Week in Petra

A great week with a great bunch of people This was the trip just as I expected it - Petra being the highlight, but Wadi Rum coming a close second. Or maybe Jerash?...

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Ruins & Archaeology Tour Selection Trips

 An archaeology vacation offers an exciting opportunity to explore ancient civilizations and uncover hidden treasures. To make the most of your experience, consider these practical travel tips:
  • Dress comfortably and wear sturdy walking shoes to navigate the uneven terrain of archaeological sites.
  • Bring sunscreen, a hat, and insect repellent to protect yourself from the elements.
  • Stay hydrated by carrying a refillable water bottle and replenishing fluids regularly, especially in hot climates.
  • Pack light but include essentials like a camera, binoculars, and a journal to capture memories and observations.
  • Respect the archaeological sites by following guidelines, refraining from touching artifacts, and staying on designated paths.
  • Take breaks to rest and recharge, ensuring you can fully immerse yourself in the experience without feeling fatigued.
  • Stay informed about local customs, traditions, and cultural norms to show respect for the host country and its people.
  • Be open-minded and curious, embracing the opportunity to learn from expert guides and fellow travelers while exploring ancient history firsthand.

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