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Paris

5.0

Jeanne2.7.2026

Really fantastic tour with Katy

We went on this tour with a friend ! It was a really great moment ! Small group and very nice spots during the visit ! Katy is a really sweet guide and we can see that she really loves to exchange with us about the mysteries and legends in Paris !

Jerusalem

5.0

Jonathan2.7.2026

Valencia

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Liz2.7.2026

Berlin

5.0

Marta2.7.2026

The tour was great! We learnt so much about Berlin and its histort in an entertaining way. It is easy to learn when you listen to someone whi is passionate about the topic. Besides, our guide took care of us since it was extremely hot that day. He kept us in the shades and made sure we had water and were ok.

Berlin

4.0

Allan2.7.2026

Our tour guide, Tina, was knowledgable and invested in the tour theme. I particularly enjoyed how she integrated into her descriptions some of the perspectives from people she knew or had met who had lived through the experience of communism and the Cold War, giving the tour a personal nuance.

Berlin

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yelena2.7.2026

Paris

5.0

Clarissa2.7.2026

Great Paris Tour

Raj gave us a great tour of Montmartre. Really recommend!

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There is no fixed price and no hidden fees. We work on a Pay What You Wish model — at the end of the tour you decide how much the experience was worth to you.

We are not an aggregator. Every tour in our catalogue is either organised by us directly or comes from a partner we have personally vetted — by joining one of their tours unannounced. We focus on verified quality, not on the largest possible number of offers.

We aim to keep groups under 35 people, and we prefer groups of 15–20. When more people sign up, we bring in a second guide so the experience stays comfortable for everyone.

Modest dress is strictly required for both men and women at the Western Wall, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and other sacred landmarks. Please ensure your shoulders and knees are covered (no sleeveless tops or short shorts). We recommend bringing a light scarf or shawl as a quick "cover-up" to ensure entry into all Holy Land sites.

Jerusalem is an ancient city built on hills, so this is a moderate walking tour covering approximately 2–3 miles. Expect uneven cobblestones and several flights of stone stairs. We recommend wearing comfortable, sturdy walking shoes and bringing a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated while exploring the ancient alleyways.

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