Itinerary
- Day 1
Washington, D.C.
You'll arrive in Washington, D.C. and check into your hotel to get settled. The rest of your day is yours to explore the city at whatever pace feels right. Walk around and see some of America's historical landmarks and museums on your own, getting a feel for the capital before your guided activities begin.
Optional Activities
- Independent exploration of Washington, D.C.
- Day 2
Washington, D.C.
Start the morning with a guided tour through the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center to learn about how Congress works. From there you'll head out to see major sites like the White House, the National Mall, and the war memorials scattered throughout the city. Later in the evening, you'll gather with your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner to kick things off.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Welcome dinner)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center
- City tour including views of the White House and National Mall
- Visit to World War II Memorial
- Visit to Vietnam Veterans Memorial
- Visit to Korean War Memorial
- Welcome dinner
Landmarks/POIs U.S. Capitol White House National Mall World War II Memorial Vietnam Veterans Memorial Korean War Memorial - Day 3
Washington, D.C.
Head to the Washington National Cathedral in the morning to walk through this architectural landmark. In the afternoon you have a choice: join a walking tour that covers the Lincoln Assassination story, or check out the International Spy Museum if that interests you more. After dinner you'll experience the memorials at twilight, visiting the Jefferson, Martin Luther King Jr., and Lincoln Memorials when the lighting is particularly nice.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Tour of Washington National Cathedral
- Illuminated twilight tour of Jefferson Memorial, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, and Lincoln Memorial
- Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour retracing the plots and events leading to the Lincoln Assassination
- Visit to the International Spy Museum
Landmarks/POIs Washington National Cathedral Jefferson Memorial Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Lincoln Memorial International Spy Museum - Day 4
Old Town Alexandria - Mount Vernon
Begin with a narrated tour of Arlington National Cemetery where you'll see the Tomb of the Unknowns and the Kennedy gravesites. Later you'll drive to Old Town Alexandria to walk the cobblestone streets along the Potomac and grab lunch there. Then it's on to Mount Vernon for a tour of George Washington's home, time to wander the grounds and gardens, and a visit to the tomb where Washington and Martha are buried. The evening is free so you can find dinner wherever you'd like.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Narrated tour of Arlington National Cemetery including Tomb of the Unknowns and Kennedy gravesites
- Visit to Old Town Alexandria
- Tour of Mount Vernon
- Exploration of Mount Vernon gardens and grounds
- Visit to tomb of George Washington and Martha Washington
Landmarks/POIs Arlington National Cemetery Tomb of the Unknowns Old Town Alexandria Mount Vernon - Day 5
Washington, D.C.
You'll start at a local bakery that's run by a non-profit supporting veterans and their families. After that, head to the White House Visitor Center to see artifacts from the White House collection. Spend your afternoon checking out any of the 10+ Smithsonian museums around the National Mall at your own pace. Return to the hotel via metro with your tour manager, then gather for a farewell dinner to wrap up your historical tour of the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner)
Included Activities
- Visit to local bakery and non-profit supporting veterans
- Time at White House Visitor Center with access to White House collection artifacts
- Free time to visit Smithsonian museums on the National Mall
- Metro return to hotel with Tour Manager
- Farewell dinner
Landmarks/POIs White House Visitor Center Smithsonian Institution - National Mall - Day 6
Washington, D.C.
Your tour concludes this morning in Washington, D.C. It's time to head to the airport or make your way home after your time exploring the nation's capital.
