Overview
Itinerary
Explore America's heritage and history during your stay in the capital city of the United States – Washington, D.C. There are no included activities today, spend the day as you wish, exploring the city independently.
Your day begins at the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center with a guided tour of this historic and storied building. Discover the celebrated history of America's capital on a city tour. Take in views of the White House, National Mall and other monuments and museums. Pause to reflect at the poignant World War II Memorial, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and the Korean War Memorial. Then, visit a local bakery and non-profit, learn about their mission offering veterans and their families support and advancement opportunities upon their return from service.
Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner.
Tour the Washington National Cathedral, which hosted state funerals, Presidential inaugural masses, and MLK's last sermon. Decide how you want to see more of D.C. today – it's your choice! Join a walking tour retracing the plots and events leading to the Lincoln Assassination -OR- explore the life of espionage with a visit to the International Spy Museum.
This evening after an included dinner, enjoy an illuminated twilight tour of the Jefferson, Martin Luther King, Jr., and Lincoln Memorials before returning to the hotel.
Visit Arlington National Cemetery for a narrated tour that takes you to the Tomb of the Unknowns and the Kennedy gravesites. Head to Old Town Alexandria, nestled along the Potomac, and enjoy time to stroll the cobblestone streets on your own during a break for lunch. Continue to Mount Vernon, the beloved home of George Washington.
After a tour of the home, spend time wandering through the gardens and grounds before visiting the tomb of General Washington and his wife, Martha.
This evening is yours to explore the district's culinary scene.
Spend time in the White House Visitor Center and see artifacts from the White House collection. Then, uncover some of the treasures of the Smithsonian Institution with free time to visit any of the more than 10 museums surrounding the National Mall.
This afternoon you can choose to live like a local and take the metro with your Tour Manager to return to the hotel. Gather in the evening for a farewell dinner commemorating the end of your historical journey.
Your tour comes to a close in Washington, D.C. this morning.
Trip Inclusions
- Experience DC your way by visiting a Smithsonian Museum of your choice.
- Behold the impressive Washington National Cathedral.
- Peek into the life of America's first president at Mount Vernon.
- Spend 5 memorable nights in the heart of Washington, D.C.
- Tour the iconic and storied U.S. Capitol building.
- Experience international cuisine in local restaurants throughout the city.
- This tour requires average physical activity. You should be in good health, able to climb stairs and walk reasonable distances, possibly over uneven ground and cobblestoned streets.
- Itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and specified internal flights. International flights not included.
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