America's Historic East with Extended Stay in Washington DC

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Oh, say can you see the nation’s birthplace, capital, and significant battlefields from your easy chair? Of course not! Pack up your patriotism and head east for Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, and the notable settlements, landmarks, and presidential estates of the historic East. America’s greatest chapters in history come to life as you stroll down the quain...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Washington dc : Sightseeing with a Local Guide
    • Mount vernon : Visit George Washington’s home FREDERICKSBURG
    • Yorktown: Visit Yorktown Historical Battlefield
    • Williamsburg: Exclusive performance by professional historian; visit Colonial Williamsburg; Colonial-style dinner
    • Jamestown: Visit Jamestown settlement
    • Richmond: Visit St. John’s Church
    • Monticello: Visit Thomas Jefferson’s beloved home
    • Shenandoah national park : Sightseeing
    • Harpers ferry : Visit Harpers Ferry National Historic Park
    • Gettysburg: Visit Gettysburg National Military Park; Dobbin House Tavern experience; Ulysses S. Grant historical interpreter

What's this trip about?

    Oh, say can you see the nation’s birthplace, capital, and significant battlefields from your easy chair? Of course not! Pack up your patriotism and head east for Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, and the notable settlements, landmarks, and presidential estates of the historic East. America’s greatest chapters in history come to life as you stroll down the quaint streets of Colonial Williamsburg and Jamestown, march in the steps of American Revolution and Civil War soldiers, and stand inside the remarkable Palladian walls of George Washington’s Mount Vernon and Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello. Prepare to be moved as this East Coast vacation leads you to the marbled memorials of D.C., the sacred site of Lincoln’s Gettysburg address, and the symbolic Liberty Bell in the City of Brotherly Love. Combining national treasures with small town gems – plus a visit to see the wonder and expansive views of Shenandoah National Park – this vacation through America’s historic East promises discovery and wonder for all. Let freedom ring a little longer by adding two more nights in the nation’s capital to your historic East Coast vacation. Hop on the included Big Bus for easy access to the monuments and museums, the galleries and gardens, and the bistros and bars where you can find every type of cuisine and a heaping, helping of topical discussion.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age range6 years and up
Flights and transportN/A
Start City WASHINGTON DC
End CityWASHINGTON DC

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural

Destinations

  • North America
  • United States

Attractions

  • Charlottesville
  • Gettysburg
  • Maryland
  • Philadelphia
  • Richmond
  • Virginia

Activities

  • Culture

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: ARRIVE IN WASHINGTON DC

Welcome to Washington DC! At 6 pm, meet with your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome drink.

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Day 2: WASHINGTON DC. EXCURSION TO MOUNT VERNON

Monuments & Moving Memorials Visit Mount Vernon, the restored home of George Washington. Tour the house and gardens and visit the museums. On a sightseeing tour, see many of Washington DC’s famous landmarks, including the Lincoln Memorial, and the Vietnam and Kore...

Day 3: WASHINGTON DC–FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA–YORKTOWN–WILLIAMSBURG

U.S. History & Heroes Travel south to Fredericksburg, known for its role in both the American Revolution and the Civil War. After an orientation tour, enjoy a bit of free time to explore the historic district. Next, visit Waterman’s Museum, whose mission is to dem...

Day 4: WILLIAMSBURG. EXCURSION TO JAMESTOWN SETTLEMENT

The Birthplace of America This morning, enjoy an exclusive [LF] performance from Sylvia Tabb-Lee, a professional historian. Visit the nearby Jamestown Settlement for a guided tour to learn about the first permanent English settlement in the New World. Then, enter Col...

Day 5: WILLIAMSBURG–RICHMOND–MONTICELLO–STAUNTON

Historic Figures First stop is Richmond, Virginia’s capital and once the capital of the Confederacy. Visit St. John’s Church, where Patrick Henry proclaimed, “Give me liberty or give me death!” Next, visit Thomas Jefferson’s estate at Monticello. Spend the evening in...

Day 6: STAUNTON–SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK

Complex Views Visit the Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library, located at the 28th president’s birthplace. Gain a better understanding of the life and times of President Woodrow Wilson, his impact on the world, and his relevance today and for the future. Then, journey t...

Day 7: SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK–HARPERS FERRY–GETTYSBURG, PENNSYLVANIA

Hallowed Grounds Follow the same route as Lee’s army during its invasion of Pennsylvania. In West Virginia, visit Harpers Ferry National Historic Park, where John Brown and his “army of liberation” staged their fateful raid on a U.S. Arsenal. Continue across Maryland ...

Day 8: GETTYSBURG–LANCASTER–VALLEY FORGE NATIONAL HISTORIC PARK–PHILADELPHIA

Pennsylvania’s Past & Present Enjoy an exclusive [LF] presentation by one of America’s heroes of the 19th century in a performance by Ulysses S. Grant and his wife Julia. Travel through Lancaster County past Amish farmland to Valley Forge National Historic Park a...

Day 9: PHILADELPHIA–WASHINGTON DC

Philadelphia Freedom Sightseeing this morning features the “City of Brotherly Love” famed historic treasures, including the iconic Liberty Bell. Continue to Washington D.C. for a 2-night stay. (Breakfast)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SITES The Liberty Bell bears a t...

Day 10: WASHINGTON DC

The Nation’s Capital A full free day includes the Big Bus for easy access to the monuments and museums, the galleries and gardens, and the bistros and bars where you can find every type of cuisine and a heaping, helping of topical discussion. (Breakfast)

FREE TI...

Day 11: WASHINGTON DC

Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)

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Capital HiltonLocated two blocks from the White House and within closing walking distance to downtown attractions, shopping and restaurants, this hotel is a perfect location for your visit to DC. The hotel features a lobby lounge, full service restaurant, gift shop, ATM, concierge, premier health club and full service day spa. This hotel is 100% non-smoking.WashingtonUnited States1001 16th St NwWilliamsburg Woodlands Hotel & SuitesHistory buffs will love the location of the Williamsburg Woodlands Hotel & Suites for its easy access to the Visitor Center and colonial Williamsburg. Everything you want to experience in this historic city is right at your fingertips - and after a day out and about, you can return to guaranteed comfort, friendly service, and all the amenities this great property has to offer.WilliamsburgUnited States105 Visitor Center DriveHotel 24 SouthNestled in historic downtown Staunton in the heart of the picturesque Shenandoah Valley, the hotel captures the spirit, history, and charm of the old South. Originally built in 1924 and a member of Historic Hotels of America, Hotel 24 South (formerly the Stonewall Jackson Hotel) has been restored to its original grandeur with modern amenities.StauntonUnited States24 South Market St.Skyland ResortLocated inside Shenandoah National Park and along the highest point on Skyline Drive. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Shenandoah Valley and cool mountain breezes. Approximately 17 miles from Luray, VA. The hotel has a restaurant, gift shop, ranger led programs, horseback riding stables, and children's playground.LurayUnited Statesmile 41.7 on Skyland Drive Gettysburg HotelNewly renovated and located in the heart of downtown Gettysburg, this historic hotel offers crisp, clean comfort and modern colonial style. This updated hotel is wrapped in history and accompanied by first-rate service. It's the perfect place to stay while you enjoy the experience of this great town and everything Gettysburg has to offer.GettysburgUnited States1 Lincoln SquareMarriott Philadelphia Old CitySituated in the heart of Philadelphia, Marriott Philadelphia Old City is a sophisticated and elegant hotel with colonial and contemporary influences. Convenient on-site amenities and comfortable guestrooms make for a wonderful stay in the City of Brotherly Love.PhiladelphiaUnited StatesOne Dock Street,
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