Private journeys through history
Journeys through history, memory and the stories that stay with us
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Tour Guides For You creates private historical journeys for travellers who want more than sightseeing.
We connect places with human stories - from WWII remembrance and family history to Dutch heritage, culture and memory.
WWII Remembrance Journeys
Private journeys through the human stories of occupation, resistance, liberation and remembrance.
Family History
Journeys
For visitors searching for traces of relatives, wartime stories or personal connections to the Netherlands.
Dutch History
Stories
Slower journeys through the hidden stories, landscapes and everyday history of the Netherlands.
WHY TRAVEL WITH ME?
Not just a tour.
A more personal and interactive way to experience history.
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Every journey is private, personal and carefully shaped.
We do not rush from highlight to highlight. Instead, we take time for context, conversation, your interests and the human side of history.
Feedback from travellers around the world
This was an excellent experience. Martin was very informative and took us to spots I never would have found on my own. His knowledge of Market Garden was amazing!! A warm and kind person too I might add.
- Graham, USA
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Martin is the best kind of guide for Holocaust history - incredibly knowledgeable but also compassionate and thoughtful. He smoothly adapted the day's tour to suit our particular interests
- Lucy Adlington, UK
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Martin was so full of information and so passionate about this tour that you really feel a part of the history while being there. We saw lots of sights that other tours do not show you. If you only go on one tour while in Holland consider this one, you will not be disappointed.
- Troy Bennet, USA
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STORIES FROM THE ROAD
The stories behind the journeys
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Some of the stories of the journeys we made together and reflections about the past and present.
A personal journey
David Dobie's godson spent a day with me in Arnhem. We found the house where he had been hiding.
No tank in sight
I was in Normandy for a week with a camper and my dog, where Easy Company, known from Band of Brothers, fought.
Finding an uncle
Barbara had long wanted to see the place where her uncle crashed in 1944. He was a co-pilot during Market Garden
Frequently Asked Questions
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Planning a private historical journey? Here are some of the questions guests often ask before travelling.
Are all your journeys private?
Yes, when you book journey with me you and your companion(s) will be the only guests travelling that day.
Can journeys be customized?
Yes, absolutely. You can contact me before we travel and on the day itself we will travel at your pace and with your interests in mind. It's your day!
Do you only focus on WWII history?
No. While WWII and remembrance are central themes, journeys can also include Dutch history, hidden stories, landscapes, culture and personal heritage.
Are multi-day journeys possible?
Yes. Multi-day journeys are one of the best ways to explore history in greater depth, with flexible pacing and fully customized routes. Look at my 'standard'offerings or get in touch to create your own journey.
Can you help with family history research?
Yes. Family history journeys are one of our specialties. We regularly help guests trace wartime stories, family locations, graves and Dutch ancestral connections. And if you want to know more about your ancestors from older times we would love to help as well!
