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Historic Highlights

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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 50
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Washington, D.C.

    Washington, D.C.
    Meals
    Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Washington Marriott Georgetown)

    Included Activities

    • Welcome dinner with Travel Director and fellow travelers

    Optional Activities

    • Explore museums of Washington, D.C.
    • Visit memorials and monuments of Washington, D.C.
    Landmarks
    Washington Monument
    U.S. Capitol Building
    White House
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  2. Day 2

    Washington, D.C.

    Washington, D.C.
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Washington Marriott Georgetown)

    Included Activities

    • Visit National Museum of African American History and Culture
    • Visit Mount Vernon estate and gardens
    • Tour Mount Vernon mansion
    Landmarks
    National Museum of African American History and Culture
    Mount Vernon
  3. Day 3

    Washington, D.C. to Williamsburg

    Washington, D.C. to Williamsburg
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hilton Garden Inn Williamsburg)

    Included Activities

    • Explore National Mall
    • Visit World War II Memorial
    • Visit Vietnam War Memorial
    • Visit American Revolution Museum in Yorktown
    • Visit Lincoln Memorial
    Landmarks
    Lincoln Memorial
    National Mall
    U.S. Capitol Building
    World War II Memorial
    Vietnam War Memorial
    American Revolution Museum
  4. Day 4

    Williamsburg

    Williamsburg
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hilton Garden Inn Williamsburg)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Jamestown settlement
    • Visit Colonial Williamsburg
    • Meet with Local Specialist Sylvia Tabb-Lee for storytelling presentation on slavery history
    • Interact with costumed interpreters in Colonial Williamsburg
    Landmarks
    Jamestown
    Colonial Williamsburg
  5. Day 5

    Richmond to Charlottesville

    Richmond to Charlottesville
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (The Draftsman)

    Included Activities

    • Visit St. John's Church in Richmond
    • Visit Monticello

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch at local restaurants in Charlottesville
    Landmarks
    St. John's Church
    Monticello
  6. Day 6

    Charlottesville to Gettysburg

    Charlottesville to Gettysburg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Festive dinner at the 19th-century Dobbin House)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Wyndham Gettysburg)

    Included Activities

    • Journey through Shenandoah National Park
    • Visit Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center
    • Dinner at Dobbin House
    Landmarks
    Shenandoah National Park
    Gettysburg National Military Park
    Dobbin House
  7. Day 7

    Gettysburg to Philadelphia

    Gettysburg to Philadelphia
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Family-style meal at Amish home with recipes passed through generations and ingredients sourced from their 25-acre produce farm), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Philadelphia Marriott Old City)

    Included Activities

    • Local Specialist presentation on Battle of Gettysburg
    • Visit Amish home of Samuel and Ruth Lapp
    • Family-style meal at Amish farm
    • Dinner with Travel Director and fellow travelers in Philadelphia
    Landmarks
    Gettysburg Battlefield
  8. Day 8

    Philadelphia

    Philadelphia
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Explore Independence National Historical Park
    • View Liberty Bell
    • Visit Independence Hall
    • Visit National Constitution Center
    • Walk among life-size bronze figures in Signers' Hall
    Landmarks
    Independence National Historical Park
    Liberty Bell
    Independence Hall
    National Constitution Center

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  • Betty1.0October 2024
    Unfortunately, it was disappointing due to the Travel Director's lack of professionalism and organizational skills....
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    Traveled in September 2024
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    We appreciate your feedback and the time you spent sharing it with us. Thank you also for being our guest and travelling with us. We apologise that your tour did not meet your expectations on this occasion. A great Travel Director is essential to our guests' overall enjoyment and comfort on our trips. For this reason, we take great care to select our team members based on their passion for travel and in-depth knowledge of their regions. As such, we are surprised to learn that this may have differed from what you had experienced on this rare occasion. We assure you that your feedback has been shared with our Operations Manager for their attention and appropriate action. With this in mind, we hope you will allow us to journey with you again and provide a better overall experience, as we are known for here at Trafalgar.
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    Colleen5.0April 2022
    Sites were fabulous!
    Traveled in April 2022

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    Darren

    Asked on November 26th, 2024

    are airline flight from USA included

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    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten November 2024

      The price is for the land portion of the tour only, you will have to book your own airfare going and leaving Washington.

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    Asked on November 13th, 2024

    What kind of support is available during the tour?

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      A local travel advisor will be available throughout the tour to provide assistance and answer any questions.

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      Booking early is advisable as special deals like seasonal sales often require full payment well in advance.

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      Yes, additional nights can be booked prior to starting the tour, subject to availability.

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    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten August 2024

      We currently have two departure dates available for 2024: September 14 and October 5. The cost is $3,285.00 per person for a twin share room and $3,919.00 for a single room, including the single supplement. Please note that these dates are on a request status, which may take 3-4 business days to confirm. Additionally, prices and availability are subject to change.

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    How can I reach you if I have further questions?

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    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten August 2024

      You can reach out to us via the Ask a Question button.

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    Florian

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    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten August 2024

      Policy details for cancellations depend on the timing of the cancellation in relation to the departure date, specified in our booking conditions.

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    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten July 2024

      Travel Insurance is highly recommended to participate on our tours.

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    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten May 2024

      Luggage must not exceed 50 lbs and must fit within the dimensions specified for the tour.

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      There is no age limit as long as you are fit to travel. Tours may involve significant walking and periods of time on a coach without a break.

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