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GDR soldier Conrad Schumann escapes to West Berlin, 15 August 1961.

History tours

Our History tours focus on significant events, encounters and destinations, from castle-builders and conquest in medieval Wales to The Making of Argentina; from forces that shaped the Western Balkans to the passion and politics of civil war Spain. Acclaimed historians provide context and analysis on in-depth journeys through place and time.

Central to all our history tours is the choice of lecturer; top academics and experts with first-hand experience of the places and detailed knowledge of the period in question. They include former diplomats, army officers and foreign correspondents – well placed through their myriad contacts to open doors onto the past.

Additionally, our UK based ​residential history symposia programme presents leading scholarship in digestible and entertaining ways. We run one of two of these events per year – contact us to register your interest.

Browse History tours

The Age of Bede
The Age of Bede
The Age of Bede
Isambard Kingdom Brunel
The Western Balkans
" I have always intended to visit Bede’s haunts. How easy it was with Martin Randall Travel and I saw more than I expected. I learnt a lot and have been inspired to learn more. " The Age of Bede - Anglo-Saxon Northumbria
" This tour was invigorating both physically and intellectually. I have already recommended MRT to friends of mine. The company of the other tour participants was stimulating. " The Age of Bede - Anglo-Saxon Northumbria
" MRT is a world class, one of a kind company. I plan to travel with MRT as much as possible! " The Age of Bede - Anglo-Saxon Northumbria
" Consistently high quality of tour content, leadership and organisation. " Isambard Kingdom Brunel - Engineering modern Britain
" Very well constructed. Varied venues which combined ancient history, modern history and current affairs, art, religion and diverse scenery (sometimes stunningly beautiful). " The Western Balkans - Croatia, Serbia, Bosnia-Herzegovina & Montenegro: history past & present
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