In-depth Cultural Tours & Trips in USA
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- America's National Parks with Denver
- Native history out West – Grand Canyon & Navajo Nation
- Philadelphia, Amish Country and Washington DC - 2 Days
- Death Valley Day Tour from Las Vegas- Small Groups Tour
- New York and Washington
- Hawaiian Adventure Three Islands featuring O'ahu, Big Island and Maui (Honolulu, HI to Maui, HI) (2026)
- Southern Charm featuring Charleston, Savannah, and Jekyll Island (Charleston, SC to Jekyll Island, GA) (2026)
- America's Music Cities featuring New Orleans, Memphis & Nashville (New Orleans, LA to Nashville, TN) (2026)
- The Big Apple, Niagara and Washington D.C.
- Celebrating America: 250 Years Strong
America's National Parks with Denver
897 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The places we visited were wonderful and Steve's knowledge of the area added so much to the trip.”
Shelley, traveled in September
America's Western heritage comes alive at Deadwood's historic streets and Little Bighorn Battlefield. The Buffalo Bill Center in Cody and Crazy Horse Memorial showcase Native American culture. Features authentic regional dining experiences.
Duration 11 days Destinations Denver, Rapid City, Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Deadwood, Sheridan, Cody, Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park, Jackson, Salt Lake City Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Globus From $7,549
4% Off- NZ$7,249You save $300
Philadelphia, Amish Country and Washington DC - 2 Days
114 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Everyone was very friendly and the guides were engaging, careful, thorough with how they rolled out the schedule every day.”
Danielle, traveled in March
Duration 2 days Destinations New York City, Philadelphia, Washington DC Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese Operator Empire Vacations From
4% Off- NZ$663
Death Valley Day Tour from Las Vegas- Small Groups Tour
219 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Views, trails, landscapes are so stunning. We had enough t time for every place.”
Sonal, traveled in April
Death Valley's cultural heritage unfolds at historic Furnace Creek, highlighting the famous 20-mule teams. Native American history, mining operations, and early settlements come to life at Zabriskie Point, Badwater Basin, and the Devil's Golf Course with expert guides.
Duration 1 day Destinations Las Vegas, Death Valley National Park Age Range Ages 7+ Operator Bindlestiff Tours From $469
10% Off- NZ$422You save $47
Manhattan's diverse neighborhoods contrast with Georgetown's local dining scene. Traditional Amish farming communities in Lancaster and Washington's museum district offer varied cultural perspectives.
Duration 6 days Destinations New York City, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Lancaster Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Europamundo From
10% Off- NZ$2,040
Hawaiian Adventure Three Islands featuring O'ahu, Big Island and Maui (Honolulu, HI to Maui, HI) (2026)
200 Reviews by TourRadar travelersDuration 10 days Destinations Oahu, Kailua Kona, Maui Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Collette From $8,649
6% Off- NZ$8,149+$620 upfront costsYou save $500
Southern Charm featuring Charleston, Savannah, and Jekyll Island (Charleston, SC to Jekyll Island, GA) (2026)
94 Reviews by TourRadar travelersDuration 7 days Destinations Charleston, Savannah, Jekyll Island Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Collette From $6,199
8% Off- NZ$5,699You save $500
America's Music Cities featuring New Orleans, Memphis & Nashville (New Orleans, LA to Nashville, TN) (2026)
76 Reviews by TourRadar travelersDuration 8 days Destinations New Orleans, Oxford, Memphis, Nashville Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Collette From $6,999
7% Off- NZ$6,499You save $500
The political heart of DC and NYC's diverse neighborhoods reveal American culture at its finest. The National Museum of African American History, Lancaster's Amish communities, and Manhattan's local scenes paint a vibrant cultural portrait. Savor authentic meals at Junior's restaurant and traditional Amish establishments.
Duration 8 days Destinations Washington DC, Lancaster, Niagara Falls (USA), New York City Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Costsaver From $3,495
15% Off- NZ$2,971You save $524
Duration 10 days Destinations Boston, Lexington, Jackson, NH, New York City, Princeton, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Alexandria, Washington DC Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Globus From
15% Off- NZ$8,769
What people love about In-depth Cultural Tours in USA
- Death Valley Day Tour from Las Vegas- Small Groups Tour
I had a wonderful day out to Death Valley along with another travelling companion. Our guide, and driver, Rachel, is incredibly knowledgeable, she is completely dedicated and loves her job. She took us to places totally off the beaten track. Places I had never heard of before, just so we could get the best out of our experience of Death Valley and I can say with absolute certainty, that we did. Thank you Rachel, you are a star. I would definitely recommend you and this tour company to anyone I know who would like to tour the USA. A happy customer. Lucy Terry. July 2012
- Jewels of Alaska (Classic)
For only having 8 days to try to highlight such a massive, incredible state this tour was amazing! It really gives a great glimpse into the majesty of Alaska and the awesome local people who live here. There were a couple of bumps as the state is trying to recover from covid but all the workers did an awesome job trying to give us the best experience possible. Everyone was incredibly friendly, from the managers to the servers to the housekeepers. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone who has limited time visiting Alaska!
- Southern Sounds & Elvis
We booked this tour as a celebration of retirement, a significant birthday and to coincide with Elvis's death although at the time we did not realise it was the 40th anniversary. This was our first ever organised and guided tour and we did not know what to expect but we couldn't have started with a better experience. For even the casual fan Elvis fan this was a worthwhile trip, and there is enough non-Elvis content please any music fan. Our tour director: Clint, and driver: Mart could not have been more helpful going out of their way to make our trip the best it could be. The tour itself was well organised although, due to the amount of time available, some visits were shorter than we would have liked. There was, however, enough free time built into the programme that allowed for personal exploration of both Memphis and Nashville. So impressed were we that we plan to return in the next couple of years, and have even considered attempting to identify what other tours Clint leads.
What our customers ask about In-depth Cultural Tours & Trips in USA
What are the must-see cultural highlights on USA In-depth Cultural tours?
The cultural landscape of American tours spans from Pearl Harbor National Memorial in Hawaii to the National Museum of African American History in Washington DC. Music enthusiasts will appreciate Nashville's RCA Studio B the recording home of more than 200 Elvis songs. The tours delve into Native American heritage at the Oconaluftee Indian Village in Cherokee and explore the traditional lifestyle in Philadelphia's Amish Country. For a taste of 19th-century luxury travelers can visit the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island. A TourRadar traveler shared: "Visiting Pearl Harbor was incredibly moving and the local guides really brought the history to life through their passionate storytelling."
What types of accommodation can I expect on a USA In-depth Cultural tour?
Accommodations range from historically significant properties to contemporary hotels. Notable stays include the State Game Lodge in Custer State Park once President Calvin Coolidge's "Summer White House" and The Alluvian Hotel a renovated 1917 property along Mississippi's Blues Trail. A TourRadar traveler highlighted: "Most of our hotels were great especially the one in Jackson WY. The locations provided authentic cultural experiences while maintaining comfort."
What unique cultural experiences are included in USA tours?
The tours offer direct engagement with American culture through experiences like traditional Agutak (Eskimo ice cream) demonstrations at the Alaska Native Heritage Center visits to Elvis's recording studio in Nashville and Navajo-led cookouts in Monument Valley. A TourRadar traveler shared: "Our visit to Little Bighorn Battlefield with a local guide brought the history alive and the evening at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville was unforgettable - you can't get more authentically American than that."
How much cultural interaction can I expect with local communities?
Direct engagement with local communities forms the foundation of these tours. Participants meet Navajo guides in Monument Valley spend time with four-time Iditarod champion Martin Buser at his Alaska home and connect with blues musicians in the Mississippi Delta. The Ground Zero Blues Club in Clarksdale offers lunch sessions with local musicians. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The local interactions were incredible - from Utah's Mormon community to Louisiana's Cajun culture we got real insight into America's diverse heritage."
When is the best time to experience an In-depth Cultural tour in the USA?
Timing depends on your chosen region. Southern tours like America's Musical Heritage are best experienced in spring (March-May) or fall (September-November). The Western national parks including Yellowstone and Grand Teton are most accessible from May through September as featured in the Parks & Canyons Spectacular tour. A TourRadar traveler noted about their September trip: "The weather was perfect and our guide David Beach had every day's itinerary full of interesting stops and cultural information about what we were seeing and experiencing."
What kind of cultural cuisine experiences are included?
Regional food experiences showcase America's diverse culinary heritage from Cajun dishes in Louisiana to Memphis BBQ and Southwestern Native American cuisine. Special dining events might include Wyoming chuckwagon cookouts or traditional New England clambakes. A TourRadar traveler shared: "From New Orleans' beignets to Montana's ranch dinners every meal was an authentic taste of local culture."
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