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A scenic 225-mile route leads from Washington DC through Pennsylvania Dutch country to Niagara Falls, concluding in New York City. This 8-day tour showcases iconic East Coast landmarks via luxury air-conditioned coach, including stops at the White House, Mount Vernon Estate, and Brooklyn Diner.
Duration 8 days Destinations Washington DC, New York City Age Range 8 to 90 year olds Operator Bucket List Group Travel LLC From
- NZ$5,100
The 592-mile route from Washington DC to New York City opens with a Potomac River cruise and Georgetown walking tour. Highlights include Mount Vernon visit, domestic flight to NYC, and Niagara Falls adventure via coach, featuring the iconic Maid of the Mist boat ride.
Duration 8 days Destinations Washington DC, Niagara Falls (USA), New York City Age Range 8 to 90 year olds Operator Bucket List Group Travel LLC From
- NZ$5,612
This 8-day circuit connects four cities across three states from Washington DC. The luxury coach routes through White Sulphur Springs' Greenbrier Resort, Charlottesville's Monticello, and Colonial Williamsburg before returning to the capital.
Duration 8 days Destinations Washington DC, White Sulphur Springs, Charlottesville, Williamsburg Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Collette From $7,149
5% Off- NZ$6,799You save $350
An 8-day, 450-mile northeastern adventure links Washington DC to New York City via luxury Wi-Fi equipped coach. The route through Pennsylvania Dutch country to Niagara Falls showcases iconic landmarks from the White House to Empire State Building.
Duration 8 days Destinations Washington DC, Lancaster, Niagara Falls (USA), New York City Age Range up to 80 year olds Operator Costsaver From $3,495
15% Off- NZ$2,971You save $524
A 650-mile adventure through three states takes you from Washington DC's Capitol Building to Nashville, Tennessee. The route winds through West Virginia's Thomas town and Charleston, with memorable stops at Arlington National Cemetery, Purple Fiddle music venue, and Dollywood theme park.
Duration 10 days Destinations Washington DC, Charleston, Pigeon Forge, Nashville Age Range 21 to 99 year olds Operator Travelling Time From
15% Off- NZ$5,352
Starting from Washington DC's National Mall, journey through 5 major cities across 11 days. Travel south along Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains, visiting Charlottesville and Richmond, before heading to Philadelphia's historic district and ending with 3 nights in New York City near Times Square.
Duration 11 days Destinations Washington DC, Charlottesville, Richmond, Philadelphia, New York City Age Range up to 100 year olds Operator Just You From $12,933
3% Off- NZ$12,596You save $337
This coast-to-coast 3,000-mile adventure stretches from Washington DC to San Francisco. The route features the Pentagon and Lincoln Memorial, Lancaster's Amish country, Los Angeles, and Yosemite National Park's iconic Half Dome before reaching the Golden Gate Bridge.
Duration 11 days Destinations Washington DC, Lancaster, New York City, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Solvang, Bakersfield, Sequoia National Park, Fresno, Yosemite National ParkSee all destinations Age Range up to 85 year olds Operator Europamundo From
3% Off- NZ$4,798
Six days of capital exploration feature key Washington DC landmarks within a compact area. The route connects the U.S. Capitol to Mount Vernon (15 miles south), Arlington Cemetery, and Old Town Alexandria, with metro transportation and guided evening tours of the National Mall memorials.
Duration 6 days Destinations Washington DC, Mount Vernon, Alexandria Age Range 5 to 99 year olds Operator Collette From
3% Off- NZ$4,749
The White House and Capitol kickstart this East Coast adventure from Washington DC. The route continues 225km to Philadelphia via Baltimore, followed by 150km to Manhattan, before finishing 350km north in Boston, with strategic overnight stays throughout.
Duration 10 days Destinations Washington DC, Philadelphia, New York City, Boston Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator DERTOUR From
3% Off- NZ$1,632
A 655-mile adventure from Washington DC to Boston starts with a Georgetown evening tour. The itinerary features Lancaster's Amish country, Wall Street in Manhattan, and Harvard University, with comfortable coach travel and daily breakfast buffet at selected Holiday Inn properties.
Duration 6 days Destinations Washington DC, Lancaster, New York City, Boston Age Range up to 85 year olds Operator Europamundo From
3% Off- NZ$2,180
What our customers ask about USA Tours from Washington DC
What are the typical starting locations for tours in Washington DC?
Washington DC tours begin from several central points that make accessing the city's landmarks convenient. The National Mall area near the Smithsonian museums serves as a common meeting spot along with Georgetown and Capitol Hill. Several hotels function as departure points including the Holiday Inn Arlington at Ballston and the Grand Hyatt Washington. The "Washington and New York" tour for instance begins with an evening transfer to Georgetown while other routes start at the National Museum A TourRadar traveler noted "The central location of our hotel made it incredibly easy to start exploring the city right away."
What's the typical length of multi-day tours starting in Washington DC?
Most Washington DC tours run between 6 and 11 days with an average duration of 8 days. Collette's "Spotlight on Washington DC" spans 6 days while Globus' "America's Historic East" runs for 9 days. Both tours cover key sites like the White House National Mall and Mount Vernon. According to a TourRadar traveler "The tour is the perfect amount of time. We did not spend hours on a bus and had plenty of time to enjoy meals without feeling rushed."
What are the most popular multi-city tour combinations starting from Washington DC?
Tours from Washington DC often connect with New York City (4-5 days) Philadelphia (2-3 days) and Boston (2-3 days). Some itineraries extend to Niagara Falls or continue south to Nashville. The "Highlights of the East Coast" tour spends 10 days exploring Washington DC Philadelphia New York and Boston. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The combination of DC's history Philadelphia's charm and New York's energy made for an amazing East Coast experience."
What type of accommodation can I expect on tours starting in Washington DC?
Accommodations typically include 3-4 star hotels in central locations. Properties like the Holiday Inn Arlington at Ballston Melrose Georgetown Hotel and Courtyard by Marriott Washington DC are selected for their proximity to attractions and public transit. Standard amenities include private bathrooms TV and Wi-Fi. As one TourRadar traveler shared: "The Holiday Inn National Airport Crystal City was perfectly located for exploring DC with easy metro access to all the main sites."
What's the best season to start a tour from Washington DC?
The most favorable times to tour Washington DC are spring (April-May) and fall (September-October) when temperatures are mild and crowds are smaller. Spring brings the Cherry Blossom Festival while fall offers colorful foliage. Though tours operate year-round summer months (June-August) bring heat humidity and peak crowds. A TourRadar traveler noted: "We visited in April during the Cherry Blossom Festival and the weather was perfect for walking tours and outdoor activities."
What are the main highlights included in the first two days of Washington DC tours?
Initial days in Washington DC focus on major landmarks including the Lincoln Memorial Vietnam Memorial and White House photo opportunities. Most tours visit the National Museum of African American History and Culture and take a Potomac River boat cruise (April-September). The Pentagon area and John F Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts are also standard stops. A TourRadar traveler shared "The guided tour of DC monuments was comprehensive and the evening boat ride on the Potomac gave us stunning views of the city lights."
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