East Coast USA Tours from Washington DC

What our customers ask about East Coast USA Tours from Washington DC

• What is the typical travel time between Washington DC and the next major destinations?

  Traveling from Washington DC by coach takes about 3 hours (225 km) to Philadelphia 4.5 hours (350 km) to New York City and 7-8 hours (725 km) to Boston. Most tours make the longer drives more enjoyable with strategic stops at places like Mount Vernon or Baltimore's Inner Harbor. A TourRadar traveler shared "The journey through Maryland past Baltimore and the impressive Chesapeake Bay was scenic and comfortable with well-timed stops at interesting locations."

• What are the main starting points for tours within Washington DC?

  Tours typically depart from three key areas in Washington DC: the National Mall area near the Smithsonian museums where you'll find hotels like the Capital Hilton the Georgetown district which is popular for evening walking tours and dining experiences and the Arlington/Crystal City area with convenient hotels like the Holiday Inn Arlington at Ballston. TourRadar travelers note "Georgetown's 18th and 19th century grand mansions have been home to politicians and celebrities in one of the oldest neighborhoods in the district."

• What are the main attractions covered in Washington DC at the start of these tours?

  The first days of Washington DC tours focus on major sites including the White House Capitol Building Lincoln Memorial Vietnam Veterans Memorial and National Mall. Most visits include time at the Smithsonian Museums Georgetown's historic district Mount Vernon and Arlington National Cemetery. Hotels like the Holiday Inn Arlington at Ballston or Washington Marriott Georgetown put visitors close to these landmarks. A TourRadar traveler noted: "Our guide was very knowledgeable and I felt very safe exploring DC's monuments and historic sites."

• What's the typical price range for East Coast USA tours starting in Washington DC?

  Daily rates for Washington DC tours range from USD 216-665 with total costs depending on trip length and what's included. A 5-day "Washington and New York" tour starts at USD 1080 while longer 9-day tours like "America's Historic East" cost around USD 4249. Those seeking luxury experiences with high-end hotels and extensive activities can expect to pay up to USD 7315 for extended itineraries.

• What meals are included in the Washington DC portion of these tours?

  Standard tour packages cover daily hotel breakfast and select dinners with welcome dinners being a common inclusion on the first night. Some itineraries feature meals at historic Georgetown restaurants or arrange evening transport to local dining areas. One TourRadar traveler shared: "The welcome dinner in Georgetown was excellent and gave us a great chance to meet our fellow travelers while experiencing local cuisine."

• What transportation is used between Washington DC and the next destinations?

  Modern air-conditioned coaches with WiFi serve as the primary mode of transport between cities. Train travel presents another option with Amtrak service from Washington DC's Union Station reaching Philadelphia in 2 hours or New York in 3.5 hours. Select tours like the "Highlights of the East Coast by Train" specifically focus on rail connections. A TourRadar traveler commented: "The luxury coach was very comfortable with great views and our driver was excellent."