Art Pursuits

Art history tours

Embark on a journey of discovery and enlightenment with Art Pursuits Art History Tours. Since 2001, we’ve been taking passionate art, history, architecture and culture enthusiasts on unforgettable tours throughout Europe and Asia, designed and led by experts. Experience fine restaurants, stay in the unique, carefully selected hotels and enjoy exceptional personal service as you travel in comfort along classic Art Pursuits routes together with like-minded adventurers. 

Our tours

NEW DATES! Bishop Auckland: Spanish art in Northern England

By Julie Kirkup • January 30, 2023
3 days | £899 per person | 30 March - 1 April 2026

CRANACH Renaissance and Reformation in Art

By Mellissa Taylor • January 29, 2023
7 days | £3395 per person with flights | 18 - 24 April 2026

AMSTERDAM The Golden Age of Dutch painting

By Mellissa Taylor • January 27, 2023
4 days | £2450 per person with flights | 29 April - 2 May 2026

CENTRAL TURKEY AND CAPPADOCIA Ancient civilisations of Asia Minor

By Julie Kirkup • January 19, 2023
11 days | £5395 per person with flights | 26 May - 5 June 2026

NORTHERN SPLENDOUR Highlights of French Gothic | LIMITED AVAILABILITY

By Andrew Wilson • January 17, 2023
6 days | £2695 per person with Eurostar | 2 - 7 June 2026

PARIS Worlds of art in the 19th century

By Mellissa Taylor • January 15, 2023
6 days | £2895 per person with Eurostar | 9 - 14 June 2026

MANTUA AND FERRARA The Splendours of the Gonzaga

By Julie Kirkup • January 13, 2023
6 days | £2595 per person with flights | 16 - 21 June 2026

NORTHERN LIGHTS The Arts and Crafts from the lakes to the borders

By Mellissa Taylor • January 9, 2023
5 days | £2195 per person | 7 - 11 July 2026

PADUA City of learning and light | SELLING FAST!

By Mellissa Taylor • January 7, 2023
4 days | £2150 per person with flights | 1 - 4 September 2026

GENOA The British legacy

By Mellissa Taylor • January 5, 2023
4 days | £2735 per person with flights | 10 - 13 September 2026
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