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8-Nights America's Historic East from $3,209
Globus
OFFER ID 1517436
Head east for Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, and the notable settlements, landmarks, significant battlefields 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 the nation’s birthplace with national treasures and 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.
8 nights from $3,209 per person
Itinerary Details
America's Historic East
Day 1 ARRIVE IN WASHINGTON DCWelcome 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 Monuments & Moving Memorials
On a sightseeing tour, see many of Washington DC’s famous landmarks, including the Lincoln Memorial, Library of Congress, Kennedy Center, historic Georgetown, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial plus the [LF] Vietnam and Korean War Veterans Memorials, with stops for photos at the White House and at Capitol Hill. Try our optional dinner tonight at one of Washington’s favorite restaurants, followed by an illumination tour of the monuments at night. (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
GEORGETOWN Georgetown’s 18th and 19th century grand mansions have been home to politicians, celebrities, and famous Washingtonians in one of the oldest neighborhoods in the district and continue to attract the DC elite. The cobblestone roads, waterfront views, upscale bars, trendy boutiques, and diverse culinary scene draw locals and tourists to the charming, historic area.
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Day 3 WASHINGTON DC–MOUNT VERNON, VIRGINIA–FREDERICKSBURG–WILLIAMSBURG U.S. History & Heroes
Visit Mount Vernon, the restored home of George Washington en route to Fredericksburg. Tour the house and gardens and visit the museums. Continue 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. Continue to [LF] Williamsburg for a 2-night stay. (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
A LEGEND SLEPT HERE The Virginia mansion estate of America’s first president, Mount Vernon is one of the most iconic 18th-century homes in America. The patriot and president renovated the home, and it grew to 10 times the size of the average home in colonial Virginia. George Washington began running Mount Vernon in 1752, and slowly enlarged the dwelling to create the current 21-room residence. Washington oversaw each renovation, advising on design, construction, and decoration; the changes reflect his growing status as a Virginia gentleman and ultimately as the leader of a new nation.
LOCAL FAVORITE
HISTORIC SITE Williamsburg is a historic treasure you’ll love exploring. After English settlers founded the colony in 1632, it became the center of political events in Virginia leading to the American Revolution. History lovers are drawn to restored Colonial Williamsburg, part of the Historic Triangle with Jamestown and Yorktown – where America was born.
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Day 4 WILLIAMSBURGSpend your day your way in Williamsburg
This morning, enjoy an exclusive [LF] performance from Sylvia Tabb-Lee, a professional historian. This afternoon, explore more of Williamsburg with your choice of included excursions. This evening, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. After dinner, consider an optional Colonial Ghost Tour to experience the haunting local legends of Williamsburg. (B,D)
LOCAL FAVORITE
HISTORIC MOMENTS Join renowned historian actor Sylvia Tabb-Lee for a fascinating and moving performance in Williamsburg that illuminates and inspires insight into the experience of slaves in American history. In keeping with her philosophy of “Each One, Teach One; Each One, Reach One,” Tabb-Lee is a wealth of information and inspiration in sharing the trials and triumphs of African-American history.
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORIC SITE When the Virginia Company settlers landed at Jamestown to establish an English colony 60 miles from the Chesapeake Bay in 1607, they faced enormous challenges and hardships in a dramatic experience of disease and famine. Within the wooden fort here was England’s first permanent colony in North America and it planted the seeds for the United States of America to grow. Hear the dramatic details of this insurmountable venture with a tour led by an expert guide, including the legend of Captain John Smith, the dark, starving winter of 1609, and the story of Pocahontas – all part of the thrilling story of America’s birthplace.
TAKE YOUR PICK
Explore your way today with your choice of excursions:
PATRIOTS’ DREAMS Visit the nearby Jamestown Settlement for a guided tour to learn about the first permanent English settlement in the New World. Then, enter Colonial Williamsburg’s Historic Area, where costumed villagers add to the authenticity. Stroll down the quaint streets, browse through historic trade shops, and see the Public Gaol. Also, be sure to stop at Raleigh Tavern, the meeting place for Thomas Jefferson, Patrick Henry, and other patriots.
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HISTORIC STEPS Journey through historic Williamsburg on a walking tour, “We Shall Overcome: A Black History Experience.” Embark on a tour that transports you to the very paths walked by both free and enslaved inhabitants of Williamsburg. Immerse yourself in the remarkable history of the African American experience in colonial America.
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Day 5 WILLIAMSBURG–RICHMOND–MONTICELLO–STAUNTONHistoric 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, the Palladian style structure designed by President Jefferson and displayed on the back of the U.S. nickel currency. Spend the evening in Staunton, nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley. (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ICONIC FOOTSTEPS Visit the home of America’s third president, founder of University of Virginia and principal author of the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson, at his grand estate at Monticello. Stroll the beautiful gardens and explore the majestic mansion designed by Jefferson over a 40-year period. Learn about the history of this plantation with a Local Guide.
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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 to beautiful Shenandoah National Park. (B,D)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
NATURAL WONDERS Travel to the spectacular expansive vistas of Shenandoah National Park along the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. Enjoy photo stops and panoramic vistas from Skyline Drive en route to the historic Skyland Resort, established in the late 1800’s.
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Day 7 SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK–GETTYSBURG, PENNSYLVANIA Hallowed Grounds Continue across West Virginia and Maryland into Pennsylvania to Gettysburg National Military Park. Tour Gettysburg and hear your Local Guide vividly recount the Battle of 1863. A Colonial-style candlelight dinner tonight at the elegant [LF] Dobbin House Tavern, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. (B,D)
LOCAL FAVORITE
LOCAL TASTES Be transported back in time to the early days of America with a Colonial-style candlelight dinner at Dobbin House Tavern. This elegant Gettysburg restaurant is listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. A notable address in Gettysburg!
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ACCOMMODATION SPOTLIGHT Stay overnight at the historic Hotel Gettysburg, established in 1797. President Lincoln honed the immortal words of his Gettysburg Address just steps away from the hotel, and nearly a century later, the hotel served as President Dwight Eisenhower’s National Operations Center.
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Day 8 GETTYSBURG–LANCASTER–VALLEY FORGE NATIONAL HISTORIC PARK–PHILADELPHIAPennsylvania’s Past & Present Visit a family-owned farm and country market, specializing in cheese production in rural Pennsylvania. Tour the cheese-making operation and taste the dairy creations and flavorful favorites. Travel through Lancaster County past Amish farmland to Valley Forge National Historic Park and continue to Philadelphia, where your Tour Director hosts a special farewell dinner on the historic Moshulu ship. Launched in 1904, she had a long and exciting career on the seas and is now considered one of Philadelphia’s best restaurants. (B,D)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
LEGENDARY LIVES Visit Valley Forge National Historic Park to see the camp where Washington and his troops endured the harsh winter of 1777–1778. See the Memorial Arch, the Grand Parade, and the Washington Memorial Chapel.
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Day 9 PHILADELPHIALovers of Liberty Sightseeing this morning features the “City of Brotherly Love” famed historic treasures, including the Liberty Bell. Your vacation ends with a motorcoach drop at the Philadelphia International Airport or Washington DC tour hotel for those with post-nights. Schedule departing flights from Philadelphia International Airport after 1:30 pm. (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORIC SITES The Liberty Bell bears a timeless message: "Proclaim Liberty Throughout All the Land unto all the Inhabitants Thereof" where it rang out from Independence Hall to summon lawmakers to work and the citizenry to gather for news. Benjamin Franklin noted while writing a letter, "Adieu, the bell rings, and I must go among the grave ones and talk ‘politicks.’" Go beyond the iconic crack to learn how this State House bell was transformed into an extraordinary symbol of civil rights and still resounds with a message of freedom and hope.
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Excursions
Washington DC: Deluxe Private DC Monuments & Memorials Pedicab Tour - 3 Hours
Washington DC: Deluxe Private DC Monuments & Memorials Pedicab Tour - 3 Hours
There is no better way to experience Washington DC’s Monuments and Memorials than up close and personal while being chauffeured in a pedicab. Day or night, as you sit back in comfort, your expert tour guide will provide detailed explanations on the monuments and memorials you pass and will happily make stops along the way at any you wish to take a closer at. From the Washington Monument to the Jefferson, Lincoln, FDR, Martin Luther King, Vietnam and WWII Memorials, to the White House, the Capitol and more – this private and customized tour is both entertaining and educating!
- Enjoy a three (3) hour ride with an expert, professional tour guide/pedicab driver.
- Your tour will include all the well-known monuments and memorials in the National Mall area and Tidal Basin, the Presidential Parade Route and the Capitol.
- You will also see many other monuments, memorials, structures and “hidden gems” that no other tour includes during your time in the pedicab.
- All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.
Tour Can Operate:
- The starting time and date are customizable to fit your schedule.
- This tour is offered all year round, 7-days a week, and at any time of the day or night.
- Restrictions may apply depending on the date of the tour, such as federal holidays.
Physical Activity Level: Light
Inclusions:
- Ride in comfort in your own private pedicab with professional driver/tour guide.
- Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide.
- Door to door service and flexible timing (additional charge for outside of 0.5 miles of the National Mall area).
- This tour is child and pet friendly.
- Tour can be customized based on your interests.
- 24-Hour support phone number.
- Guide/Driver gratuity is not included.
Washington DC: Washington DC by Land & Sea Private Experience
Washington DC: Washington DC by Land & Sea Private Experience
Tour Duration: 7 - 8 Hours
- The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.
- This tour is seasonal and operates from April through November, 7 days a week.
- We recommend a start time of 8am or 9am as it’s a full-day tour.
- Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour, such as holiday weekends and Fourth of July celebrations.
- Rental of comfortable Citi bike, helmets, water and snacks.
- Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guides
- Door-to-door service and flexible timing – bike guide will meet guests at their hotel (transportation back to hotel from the dock/pier after the boat tour is not included but can be added)
- Deluxe private Sport boat experience includes soft drinks, bottled water and ice.
- Boat Captain’s gratuity is included.
- We can customize the tour and stops to fit your needs upon request.
- 24-hour support phone number.
Not Included:
- Bike tour guide’s gratuity is not included.
- Indoor entrance tickets are not included for any locations.
- This experience cannot exceed six (6) guests due to the capacity of the boat. If you have larger parties, contact us for a custom quote with multiple bike tour guides and speed boats.
- Sunset, fireworks, or cherry blossom seasonal bookings are also available (rates may increase).
- All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.
- The order at which attractions are visited on the bike tour may vary. The number of attractions visited may also differ depending on how long guests want to stay at each site. Final itinerary is at guide’s discretion. The tour will end in either Georgetown or the Wharf where guests will get a break for lunch (cost of lunch is not included).
Important Information for guests traveling with young children: Adults and teens can enjoy riding appropriately sized bicycles while smaller children can either ride kids’ bikes or be chauffeured safely by the DC Cycling Concierge in his custom family bike (ages 4 months to 9-year-olds) and/or tag-along (ages 3 to 10-year-olds). The family bike and tag-along gives parents ease of mind about safety and predictability. And, if their kids get tired, they can coast on the tag-alongs or even sleep in the family bike.
Washington DC: Timeless Essentials DC Classic Package - 2 Days
Washington DC: Timeless Essentials DC Classic Package - 2 Days
Highlights:
Picture this...you just touched down in the nation's capital. You bypass the taxi queue & head to the luxury car that awaits to whisk you away on an amazing DC adventure. And what an adventure it is! You'll find yourself standing in awe of the iconic monuments, majestic memorials, historic landmarks & stately buildings that DC is known for on a private guided walking tour of your choice. You'll explore one of four completely unique museums, uncovering the wonders it holds & the tales it tells. All this & more awaits. Let us plan your stress-free visit to DC curated to your unique interests!
Your Ride Awaits: Your luxury experience starts when you’re met inside the airport with a smile by your friendly driver – who’ll be holding a sign with your name on it.
Driver gratuity included.
Let’s Customize: From there you get to choose the rest of your adventures – in no particular order! (Don’t worry – our Experience Designers will help you create the perfect itinerary based on your interests.)
Time To Explore: Enjoy a 4-hour private walking tour complete with an expert tour guide who’ll enlighten you with historical facts, entertain you with fun antidotes, share little-known secrets and point out hidden gems. Check out your choices below – or – we can customize a tour based on your interests and passions.
Gratuity for the tour guide is not included.
A Museum Is A Must: Your experience also includes general admission to one of four of DC’s most unique museums – which you can stroll through at your leisure. Choose from the mesmerizing Museum of Illusions, the innovative Artechouse, the interactive International Spy Museum or the transformative Museum of the Bible.
Until We Meet Again: When your unforgettable experience in our nation’s capital comes to an end, you’ll be met at your hotel by your driver for your private transfer back to the airport via luxury vehicle.
Tour Duration: Multiday
Tour Can Operate:
The starting time and date of the package is customizable to fit your schedule.
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This package is offered all year round, 7 days a week.
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Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.
Additional charges may apply for food and specialty tours.
We can customize the tour and stops to fit your needs upon request.
Wheelchair Accessible: Please inquire with your sales representative.
Physical Activity Level: Easy
Inclusions:
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Roundtrip Airport Transfers (from DCA or IAD) to metropolitan DC via luxury vehicle including bottled water, driver gratuity and inside meet & greet upon arrival**
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Choice of a 4-hour Private Walking Tour that can include our National Archives Tour, Treasures of America or Walking the National Mall or you can even create your own!
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Choice of General Admission to either the Museum of Illusions, Artechouse, International Spy Museum of the Museum of the Bible
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24-hour support phone number
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Special Welcome Gift
Exclusions:
*Gratuity for the tour guide is not included.
*4-Hour Walking Tour does not include indoor admissions but can be added for additional cost.
**Airport transfers from BWI available for additional cost. Airport Meet and Greet available with sedans and SUVs only.
Washington DC: Washington DC Enchanting Holiday Lights Experience - 5 Hours
Washington DC: Washington DC Enchanting Holiday Lights Experience - 5 Hours
Highlights:
Discover the holiday charm of DC with our Enchanting Holiday Lights Experience. Your night begins with a cozy pedicab ride - complete with a blanket and a hot chocolate stop to keep you warm. Marvel at the capital's festive decor like the National Christmas Tree, along with its luminous monuments that shine year-round. Afterward, head to the World’s Largest Christmas Light Maze and Holiday Market - Enchant DC. Here you'll enjoy VIP access to an exclusive lounge with complimentary refreshments and skip-the-line access as you wander through a maze lit by millions of lights and more - making this a magical night to remember!
Itinerary: (This is a suggested itinerary – we can customize based on your preferences.)
Your Private Pedicab Awaits: Your nighttime adventure begins when you are picked up at your hotel – or another pre-determined location of your choice – by your expert tour guide/pedicab driver. Your pedicab comes complete with a blanket and a canopy to keep you toasty warm! And just to ensure you stay warm there will also be a pit stop for some tasty hot chocolate during your night on the town.
Dashing Through The Nation's Capital: From there you’re off to take in some of the city’s most beautiful holiday décor. What might you see? Those festive sites could include the National Christmas Tree, the National Menorah, the State Trees at the White House, the Capitol Christmas Tree, the Canadian Embassy Display and the City Center Holiday Tree and Display. It will also include the monuments and memorials that light up our nation’s capital year round and perhaps a shopping stop at the downtown Bazaar Market!
You'll Be A-Mazed: After your pedicab escapade comes to an end your driver will drop you off at your final stop for the evening - Enchant Christmas at Nationals Park. Here you’ll enjoy VIP status as you bypass the line to head into this seasonal site to be seen where you’ll have express entry to all its attractions. Once inside you can make your way through the world's largest Christmas light maze (with over 4 million lights!), glide across the ice (additional cost) or shop at the holiday market. You’ll also enjoy access to the VIP lounge where you’ll enjoy a complimentary welcome beverage along with unlimited coffee and soft drinks as you sit back and relax while soaking up the holiday spirit that surrounds you.
Tour Duration: 5+ Hours
Tour Can Operate:
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The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.
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Enchant DC is open from November 24th through December 30th.
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November 24th through December 13th: Open Thursday through Sunday
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December 14th through December 30th: Open Daily
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Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.
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Wheelchair Accessible: Please inquire with your sales representative.
Physical Activity Level: Easy
Inclusions:
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*3 to 4 hour pedicab tour (pedicab comes complete with blankets and canopy with protective covering)
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*Pit stop for Hot chocolate
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*VIP Admission to Enchant Christmas
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*Pedicab Holiday Lights Tour (Between 3 and 4 hours)
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*Special Edition DC Guidebook (not available to the public)*
Exclusions:
*Gratuity for the pedicab driver is not included.
Washington DC: Iconic Essentials DC Premium Experience - 12 Hours
Washington DC: Iconic Essentials DC Premium Experience - 12 Hours
Highlights:
Imagine…you've landed in the nation's capital, bypassing taxis for a private luxury car ready to take you on a thrilling DC adventure. An adventure where you’ll embark on a tour via luxury vehicle where your private guide will delve deeper into the majestic monuments, iconic memorials and historic landmarks you see along the way. One where you'll visit a museum of your choice - offering unique wonders and stories - to explore at your leisure. Our Timeless Essentials Premium Experience is more than an introduction to this prestigious city - it's an immersion into it that you'll never forget.
Itinerary: (This is a suggested itinerary – we can customize based on your preferences.)
Your Ride Awaits: Your luxury experience starts when you’re met inside the airport with a smile by your friendly driver – who’ll be holding a sign with your name on it.
Driver gratuity included.
Let’s Customize: From there you get to choose the rest of your adventures – in no particular order! (Don’t worry – our Experience Designers will help you create the perfect itinerary based on your interests.)
Time To Explore: Enjoy a 4-hour private tour with an expert guide in the comfort of a private luxury vehicle. Your guide will enlighten you with historical facts, entertain you with fun antidotes, share little-known secrets and point out hidden gems. Check out your choices below – or – we can customize a tour based on your interests and passions.
Gratuity for the tour guide is not included.
*African American Heritage Tour
*Arlington National Cemetery Georgetown
*Embassy Row
*DC Highlights
*Circle of Power
*DC Essentials
A Museum Is A Must: Your experience also includes general admission to one of four of DC’s most unique museums – which you can stroll through at your leisure. Choose from the mesmerizing Museum of Illusions, the innovative Artechouse, the interactive International Spy Museum or the transformative Museum of the Bible.
Until We Meet Again: When your unforgettable experience in our nation’s capital comes to an end, you’ll be met at your hotel by your driver for your private transfer back to the airport via luxury vehicle.
Tour Duration: Multiday
Tour Can Operate:
The starting time and date of the experience is customizable to fit your schedule.
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This experience is offered all year round, 7 days a week.
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Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.
Wheelchair Accessible: Please inquire with your sales representative.
Physical Activity Level: Easy
Inclusions:
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Roundtrip Airport Transfers (from DCA or IAD) to metropolitan DC via luxury vehicle, driver gratuity and inside meet & greet upon arrival**
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Choice of a 4-hour Private with Guide and vehicle that can include any of the following:
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*African American Heritage Tour
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*Arlington National Cemetery
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*Georgetown
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*Embassy Row
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*DC Highlights
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*Circle of Power
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*DC Essentials
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Choice of General Admission to either the Museum of Illusions, Artechouse, International Spy Museum of the Museum of the Bible
Exclusions:
*Gratuity for the tour guide is not included.
*The 4-Hour Tour does not include indoor admissions but can be added for additional cost.
**Airport transfers from BWI are available for additional cost. Airport Meet and Greet is available with sedans and SUVs only
Excursions
Philadelphia: Discover Philadelphia Private Sightseeing Tour - 4 Hours
Philadelphia: Discover Philadelphia Private Sightseeing Tour - 4 Hours
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania’s largest city, is notable for its rich history, which is on display at the Liberty
Bell, Independence Hall (where the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were signed)
and other Colonial Philadelphia sites. You will experience all of this and more, including the iconic
“Rocky” steps at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
- Some of the highlights of this tour may include the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, Reading Terminal Market, Christ Church, City Hall, LOVE Park, Congress Hall, the Holocaust Memorial Plaza and the infamous Rocky statue. (Indoor entrance tickets are not included.)
- All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.
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We can customize the tour and stops to fit your needs upon request.
Tour Can Operate:
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The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.
- This tour is offered all year round, 7-days a week.
- Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour.
Physical Activity Level: Light
Inclusions:
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Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide
- Spend four (4) hours with a private vehicle and licensed tour guide
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24-hour support phone number
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Gratuity for the tour guide is not included
Indoor admissions are not included
Vacation Details
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