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Spotlight on Washington, D.C. Exploring America's Capital (2025)

6 days
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Start and end in Washington DC
4.8
6 traveler reviews
  • Cliffs overlooking the ocean with grassy tops.
  • A wide view of the Washington Monument surrounded by people and greenery.
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  • Things could not have gone better, even the weather cooperated. We had a full and memorable vacation.

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    Dale, traveled in October
    4.5
  • The U.S. Capitol building with blooming tulips in the foreground.
  • Korean War Veterans Memorial with soldier statues and autumn foliage.
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Gold Operator
Collette
In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 44
All Ages Welcome
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Highlights

  • Explore historic sites in Washington, D.C.
  • Tour the U.S. Capitol and major monuments
  • Visit the Washington National Cathedral
  • See Arlington Cemetery and Mount Vernon
  • Discover Smithsonian museums at the Mall

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Washington, D.C.
  2. Day 2 Washington, D.C.
  3. Day 3 Washington, D.C.
  4. Day 4 Arlington National Cemetery - Mount Vernon, Virginia - Alexandria
  5. Day 5 Washington, D.C.
  6. Day 6 Washington, D.C. - Tour Ends
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Where You'll Stay

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  • Royal Sonesta Dupont Circle

    Hotel
    Days 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

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Collette

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Number of tours

384

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

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  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.5
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    Good
    4.0
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.5
  • Tour Operator
    Collette
    4.6
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  • A
    · June 5th, 2025
    The night time tour of the lighted memorials was awsome!
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    Trip date: March 2025
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  • A
    · June 5th, 2025
    Our guide was fantastic! Really enjoyed he monuments - very moving and inspirational.
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    Trip date: March 2025
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  • A
    · June 5th, 2025
    Very good plan for seeing many sights. Tour manager and bus driver were flexible and resourceful when faced with unexpected crowds and road closures due to demonstrations.
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    Trip date: April 2025
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  • A
    · June 5th, 2025
    Great trip and a great tour guide with an excellent tour bus driver!
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    Trip date: April 2025
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  • MJ
    · April 28th, 2022
    Tour guide Phyl was wonderful. Knowledgeable,...
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    Trip date: March 2022
  • DN
    · October 23rd, 2019
    My husband and I are so happy with our decision...
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    Trip date: October 2019

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