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Washington, D.C.
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October 16, 2013, $1649
Exploring America's Capital
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Day 1: Washington, D.C. - Tour Begins
Explore America’s heritage and history on this in-depth tour of the capital city of the United States, Washington, D.C.
View AccommodationDay 2: Washington, D.C.
This morning, a guided tour of America's capital affords you wonderful views of the White House, National Mall and many monuments and museums. The first stop will be the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center, followed by a guided tour of this historic and storied building. Continue your city tour with stops at the moving World War II Memorial, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and the Korean War Memorial. This afternoon, visit the White House Visitor Center where you will gain insight into the many transitions this historic residence has undergone. Tonight, get to know your fellow travelers at a special welcome dinner.
View Accommodation Today breakfast and dinner will be included.Day 3: Mount Vernon, Virginia - Alexandria - Arlington National Cemetery
Visit Mount Vernon, the beloved home of the first U.S. president, George Washington. Wander the beautiful plantation grounds he adored and tour the home, filled with 18th century artifacts. Next, arrive in old town Alexandria, a charming community nestled along the Potomac River. Enjoy time at leisure to wander the cobblestone streets, view the historic colonial architecture and stop in to some of the trendy restaurants and boutiques. This afternoon, visit Arlington National Cemetery for a narrated tour including the Tomb of the Unknowns and the Kennedy gravesites.
View Accommodation Today breakfast will be included.Day 4: Washington, D.C.
This morning you’ll uncover some of the treasures of the Smithsonian Institution with a visit to your choice of the famed Air and Space Museum or the National Museum of American History. Among the Air and Space Museum’s collection in the location on the National Mall are the famous Wright 1903 Flyer, the Spirit of St. Louis, and the Apollo 11 command module Columbia. The National Museum of American History features artifacts from locomotives to the flag that inspired Francis Scott Key to compose the national anthem, to the First Ladies Hall containing many ball gowns worn by America's First Ladies. The afternoon is at leisure to continue exploring on your own.
View Accommodation Today breakfast will be included.Day 5: Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, Maryland - Annapolis - Washington, D.C.
Today you’ll tour the vibrant city of Baltimore with a local expert. Highlights include Fort McHenry - where America's national anthem, The Star Spangled Banner, was penned during the War of 1812; Johns Hopkins Hospital and Baltimore’s Inner Harbor. This afternoon, travel to Annapolis for a fascinating walking tour of the U.S. Naval Academy with a local guide. Since 1845, more than 60,000 midshipmen have successfully completed “four years by the bay” to take their hard-earned places in America's Naval service. Complete your day with dinner at a historic Annapolis tavern where you’ll enjoy a presentation highlighting the establishment’s colorful history and the culinary intricacies of the famous Chesapeake Bay crab. And, of course, this delicious local delicacy is on the menu.
View Accommodation Today breakfast and dinner will be included.Day 6: Washington, D.C.
This morning, visit the Washington National Cathedral. This magnificent church took 83 years to complete and has been host to such poignant moments in America’s history as state funerals, Presidential inaugural masses and Martin Luther King, Jr.’s last sermon. Admire the beautiful craftsmanship of the cathedral as you learn more about its history during a docent-led tour. This afternoon, visit Ford’s Theatre* where President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated on that fateful night in 1865. Tour the theatre and hear about the timeline of events that transpired as John Wilkes Booth’s plan unfolded. Finish your tour with a visit to the neighboring Petersen House, the boarding house to which the fatally injured Lincoln was carried. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a special farewell dinner commemorating the end of a wonderful journey.
View Accommodation Today breakfast and dinner will be included.Day 7: Washington, D.C. - Tour Ends
Your tour ends in Washington, D.C. this morning.
Today breakfast will be included.- PLEASE NOTE: To complete your vacation, we include roundtrip airport-to-hotel transfers when purchasing Collette airfare with your 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.
- *Ford’s Theatre is a working, professional theatre and there may be occasions when access is restricted or not available.
