Uncover layers of history invisible to ordinary visitors with a private local historian who unlocks hidden courtyards, forgotten monuments and centuries-old stories that no guidebook captures. Slow travel at its most rewarding.
What to expect
Your scholar-guide meets you at the pier with a personalised itinerary shaped around your interests. The route winds through the oldest quarters of the destination, slipping into tucked-away chapels, local workshops and sun-dappled plazas that large groups simply cannot access. Stories of traders, conquerors and artists bring the stones to life as you stroll without a set pace. The tour concludes with a curated café stop where your guide recommends the local specialty brew or pastry worth seeking out.
Good to know
Wear comfortable walking shoes; cobblestoned streets are common. Confirm the duration at booking to ensure a comfortable buffer before all-aboard. Tours by Locals allows you to message your guide in advance to tailor the itinerary.