Spirit of Washington, D.C.
Presented by Argonaut Tours

Day 1: Thursday, April 29, 2010
Washington, D.C.
Explore this bustling city at leisure prior to meeting your fellow travelers for a special welcome reception and dinner.
Today Dinner is included.

Day 2: Friday, April 30, 2010
Washington, D.C.
Begin your day with a presentation on the Smithsonian Institution’s impressive collections, followed by a city sightseeing tour. Travel along Pennsylvania Avenue, the grand boulevard that connects the White House and Capitol Hill, where you’ll view the impressive U.S. Capitol and the venerable Supreme Court. Visit the Library of Congress and learn about its vast collection of more than 134 million items as well as its spectacular architecture. Enjoy a panoramic perspective of the elegant Reading Room. An engaging presentation about the city follows at your hotel. This afternoon, visit the Arlington National Cemetery - the final resting place of many of our national heroes. The Shuttle Columbia astronauts are honored here at a new memorial. You can pay tribute to John F. Kennedy at the eternal flame that protects his gravesite. View the venerable monuments to Washington, Jefferson and Lincoln and stop to walk through its newest memorial, dedicated to veterans of World War II. Tonight is yours to explore the city, dine at one of Washington’s fine restaurants, attend a theater performance or simply relax.
Today Breakfast is included.

Day 3: Saturday, May 01, 2010
Washington, D.C.
Enjoy a narrated city tour of Washington, D.C.’s famous monuments and memorials. In the afternoon, discover the treasures that lie within the National Gallery of Art during a guided tour. This famed gallery houses paintings by the Old Masters, French Impressionists and many other renowned artists.
Today Breakfast is included.

Day 4: Sunday, May 02, 2010
Washington, D.C.
Experience a day full of exploration and discovery when you visit two of the Smithsonian’s sixteen museums. Begin at the exciting and new National Museum of the American Indian, which possesses the largest and most extensive collection of Native American art and artifacts in the world. Continue your discoveries with a guided tour of the Freer Gallery of Art. The Freer is celebrated for its comprehensive collection of Asian American Art, including the opulent Peacock Room, an entire room painted by James McNeill Whistler. This evening, join your fellow travelers to celebrate the end of your memorable Washington journey during a sumptuous farewell dinner.
Today Breakfast and Dinner are included.

Day 5: Monday, May 03, 2010
Washington, D.C - Tour Concludes

Today Breakfast is included.

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April 29 - May 3, 2010

Highlights...
National Gallery of Art • The Monuments & Memorials Tour • World War II Memorial • National Museum of the American Indian •

5 Days • 6 Meals:
4 Breakfasts • 2 Dinners

Per Person Rates*:
Double $1799
Single $2449
Triple $1769

*Included in Price: Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges of $50 (subject to increase until paid in full), Hotel Transfers, Round Trip Air from Sky Harbor Intl Airport.
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 *Not Included in Price: Cancellation Waiver and Insurance of $60 per person, Round Trip Air from Tucson Intl Airport.

YOUR ITINERARY AT A GLANCE
DAY 1 - 4
  Marriott Washington, Washington, D.C.

On some dates alternate hotels may be used.
Experience It!
in Washington, D.C.

As a symbol of democracy and repository of American history, Washington, D.C. holds a unique place in the hearts and minds of the American people. During talks by local historians, take a closer look at the Smithsonian Institution – the world’s largest museum complex – and discover how Washington, D.C. developed along the Potomac River. • Learn about the history of the Smithsonian from the intriguing bequest by the English scientist James Smithson in 1829 to the present-day complex of museums and research centers. • A Smithsonian historian tells the intimate story of the nation’s capital, featuring a look back at the ideals and practical issues that underlay the city’s establishment.

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Clara Milton
 Argonaut Tours
(520) 325 4321

Please Note:
• Due to tour scheduling, flights on Day 1 should arrive prior to 4:00 p.m. Hotel check-in on your day of arrival is 3:00 p.m. Rooms may not be available prior to that time. Museum tours may be altered to include special exhibits. Admission to the National Gallery of Art and to all its exhibitions, tours, and other educational programs is free to the public. Smithsonian Journeys Travel Adventures fees are based on program costs only and are unrelated to the National Gallery of Art.
• Smithsonian Journeys Travel Adventures prides itself on bringing travelers the very best experiences a destination offers. Our itineraries include many activities and may consist of walking on uneven terrain or significant walking at times. Some of the most unique sightseeing can mean accessing locations that restrict motorcoaches, especially in historic areas. For your comfort, we recommend bringing sturdy walking shoes. The days and order of sightseeing may change to best utilize your time on tour.
• To complete your vacation, we include roundtrip airport-to-hotel transfers when purchasing airfare with your Smithsonian Journeys Travel Adventures tour. If you have arranged for your own air, we are pleased to provide you the option of purchasing these transfers. Please note that all transfers will leave at pre-scheduled times.
• This tour requires average physical activity. You should be in good health, able to climb stairs and walk reasonable distances, possibly over uneven grounds and cobblestone streets.
• Museum visits and shopping may be affected with observance of religious or local holidays.
• Single accommodations are limited and are available on a first come, first served basis.