TravelMaven believes the best way to see most places, especially great cities, is on foot. We also believe that smaller groups, a slower pace and more free time offer our guests more authentic and satisfying experiences.

Travellers have hundreds of "off the rack" tour options available. However, if you are looking for an escorted tour to a place and at a time of your choosing, TravelMaven's Private Tours may be no more expensive than a group tour.

Most of our tours are one week; some are two. We also know that working people book their vacation by the week. That's why our tours usually depart on Friday evening or Saturday, and return on Saturday or Sunday.

Direct flights save time, but indirect flights often save money. Most TravelMaven tours are based on a direct flight option, but we are also happy to help find more economical alternatives.

Packing and unpacking, and moving from hotel to hotel takes time and mental energy. Nobody likes to be told "bags outside your door at 7 a.m." That's why we stay in as few hotels as practically possible.

All our walking tours are led by an experienced Tour Concierge, and we have visited these places before. As such, we won't waste your time figuring out routes, hunting down attractions, or worse yet, getting lost.