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."

East Coast USA Tours from Washington DC

An adventure starting in Washington DC is a great way to see East Coast USA. We have 12 tours that range from 4 days up to 11 days. The most popular time for tours from Washington DC is May, which has the most tour departures.

10 best East Coast USA tours from Washington DC

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USA & Canada – 8 Day New York Niagara Falls Washington DC
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Washington DC, New York City
Age Range
Ages 8+
Country Region
East Coast USAEastern USANortheast USAMideast USA+3 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Bucket List Group Travel LLC
From
US$2,990per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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$Spotlight on Washington, D.C. Exploring America\'s Capital (2025) Tour$
$Spotlight on Washington, D.C. Exploring America\'s Capital (2025) - 4 destinations$
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In-depth Cultural
Spotlight on Washington, D.C. Exploring America's Capital (2025)
4.8 (13 traveler reviews)
"Things could not have gone better, even the weather cooperated. We had a full and memorable vacation."
Dale, traveled in October
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Washington DC, Mount Vernon, Alexandria
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
East Coast USAEastern USAMid AtlanticNortheast USAMideast USA+4 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Collette
9% Off
From $2,899
US$2,649per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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$America\'s Historic Trail with New York add-on Tour$
$America\'s Historic Trail with New York add-on - 5 destinations$
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Explorer
America's Historic Trail with New York add-on
Duration
11 days
Destinations
Washington DC, Charlottesville, Richmond, Philadelphia,New York City+1 more
Age Range
Ages 18+
Country Region
East Coast USAEastern USA+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Just You
7% Off
From $7,534
US$6,996per person
Price based on Private Single Room
- Flights included
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In-depth Cultural
Highlights of the east coast (from Washington DC to Boston)
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Washington DC, Philadelphia, New York City, Boston
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
East Coast USAEastern USANortheast USAMideast USA+3 more
Operated in
Only: German
Operator
DERTOUR
7% Off
From
US$940per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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$America\'s Historic Trail Tour$
$America\'s Historic Trail - 7 destinations$
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Explorer
America's Historic Trail
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Washington DC, Charlottesville, Lake Monticello,Williamsburg,Jamestown,Richmond,Philadelphia+4 more
Age Range
Ages 18+
Country Region
East Coast USAEastern USASouthern USAMid AtlanticSoutheast USA+4 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Just You
5% Off
From $4,977
US$4,708per person
Price based on Private Single Room
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Explorer
Highlights of the East Coast by Train
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Washington DC, Philadelphia, New York City, Boston
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
East Coast USAEastern USANortheast USAMideast USA+3 more
Operated in
Only: German
Operator
DERTOUR
5% Off
From
US$1,218per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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$America\'s Historic East Tour$
$America\'s Historic East - 13 destinations$
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Explorer
America's Historic East
5.0 (112 traveler reviews)
"The tour was an excellent experience, and I thoroughly enjoyed it."
Daniel, traveled in May
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Washington DC, Mount Vernon, Yorktown, Williamsburg,Jamestown,Richmond,Lake Monticello,Staunton,Shenandoah National Park,Harpers Ferry,Gettysburg,Valley Forge National Park,Philadelphia+9 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
East Coast USAEastern USAMid Atlantic+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Globus
12% Off
From $4,099
US$3,599per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Historic Highlights
3.0 (2 traveler reviews)
"Sites were fabulous!"
Colleen, traveled in April
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Washington DC, Yorktown, Williamsburg, Jamestown,Charlottesville,Shenandoah National Park,Gettysburg,Philadelphia+4 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
East Coast USAEastern USAMid Atlantic+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Trafalgar
10% Off
From $3,475
US$3,128per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Festival & Events
Cherry Blossom Festival Washington D.C. 2026
Duration
4 days
Destinations
Washington DC, Mount Vernon
Age Range
Ages 12+
Country Region
East Coast USAEastern USAMid AtlanticNortheast USAMideast USA+4 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Tours of Distinction
10% Off
From
US$1,099per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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$Spotlight on Washington, D.C. Exploring America\'s Capital (2026) Tour$
$Spotlight on Washington, D.C. Exploring America\'s Capital (2026) - 1 destination$
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In-depth Cultural
Spotlight on Washington, D.C. Exploring America's Capital (2026)
4.8 (13 traveler reviews)
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Washington DC
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
East Coast USAEastern USAMid AtlanticNortheast USAMideast USA+4 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Collette
10% Off
From $2,599
US$2,349per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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$America\'s Historic East with Extended Stay in Washington DC Tour$
$America\'s Historic East with Extended Stay in Washington DC - 15 destinations$
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America's Historic East with Extended Stay in Washington DC
5.0 (112 traveler reviews)
"The experience would have been improved with a list of passengers, a better menu, and more awareness of our tour."
Mary, traveled in May
Duration
11 days
Destinations
Washington DC, Mount Vernon, Yorktown, Williamsburg,Jamestown,Richmond,Lake Monticello,Staunton,Shenandoah National Park,Harpers Ferry,Gettysburg,Valley Forge National Park,Philadelphia,Baltimore+10 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
East Coast USAEastern USAMid Atlantic+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Globus
11% Off
From $4,719
US$4,219per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Highlights of the East Coast by Train
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Washington DC, Philadelphia, New York City, Boston
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
East Coast USAEastern USANortheast USAMideast USA+3 more
Operated in
Only: German
Operator
MEIERS WELTREISEN
11% Off
From
US$1,218per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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