Tour / Price Includes:
-
8 nights accommodations
-
Daily breakfast [B] and 5 dinners [D]
-
1st-class motorcoach
-
City sightseeing in Philedelphia and Washington, D.C.
-
Visits to Wheatland, Farmer’s Market and
Kitchen Kettle Complex, Amish Farmlands,
Gettysburg, Monticello, Governor’s Palace
and Gardens, Mount Vernon, Arlington
National Cemetary, White House Visitor’s
Center, World War II Memorial, Vietnam
Veterans Memorial, Korean War Memorial
-
All entrance fees to all sites & museums
outlined in itinerary
-
Luggage handling at hotels for 1 suitcase
-
Tour Director for Days 1 - 9
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 - New York City
Explore the cornerstones of American Democracy on this
unique tour. Overnight at the Sheraton New York.
Day 2 - New York City - Philadelphia - Lancaster/Strasburg
Travel to Philadelphia where you will embark on a tour of the
“Birthplace of a New Nation.” Highlights include a visit to the
Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. A stop is made at the
Visitors Center to view the movie “Independence” before
departing for the Amish Country of Lancaster. Overnight at the
Eden Resort Inn and Suites. [D]
Day 3 - Lancaster/Strasburg
Begin the day with a visit to Wheatland, the palatial home of
James Buchanan, and enjoy a glimpse into the life of our 15th
President. Later, visit the Farmer's Market and Kitchen Kettle
Complex before a local guide takes you on a tour of the Amish
farmlands where you will learn about the fascinating history and
traditions of the Amish people. Tonight enjoy dinner in the home
of an Amish family, for an Amish feast - a true highlight of your
tour. Overnight at hotel. [B,D]
Day 4 - Lancaster/Strasburg-Gettysburg-Shenandoah Valley
Journey to Gettysburg and enjoy a tour through some of North
America's most hallowed grounds. Your local guide will bring to
life the most decisive battle of the Civil War, the battle that
changed a country. Later, behold amazing views of the
Shenandoah Valley while traveling along the famous Skyline
Drive. Overnight at Skyland Lodge/Big Meadows/Holiday Inn.
[B,D]
Day 5 - Shenandoah Valley - Charlottesville - Williamsburg
Today you visit Monticello, the beautiful home of Thomas
Jefferson. Jefferson was not only the author of the Declaration
of Independence and the 3rd President of the United States, but
he was also an accomplished inventor. This afternoon you
arrive in the historic town of Williamsburg. Tonight's dinner in
Colonial Williamsburg is at one of the famous taverns
specializing in colonial fare. Overnight at the Williamsburg
Woodland Hotel & Suites. [B,D]
Day 6 - Colonial Williamsburg
Learn about the history of Colonial Williamsburg by viewing the
movie, "Story of a Patriot," and by touring the fabulous
Governor's Palace and Gardens. Discover this amazing land on
your own and tour some of the 88 restored historic buildings. In
each building a guide in period costume explains the Colonists'
way of life. Tonight, you are at leisure to explore the area
independently. Your Tour Manager will be on hand to offer
suggestions. Overnight at hotel. [B]
Day 7 - Williamsburg - Washington, D.C.
This morning visit the beloved home of the 1st president of
the United States, General George Washington, where you
have time to explore his estate, Mount Vernon, and the
beautiful plantation grounds that he adored. Later, arrive in
Washington D.C. and the world-famous Smithsonian
Institution. The fabled Hope Diamond and the Apollo rocket
are just two of the exhibits you may choose to see as well as
the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian.
Tonight you may choose to enjoy an optional excursion
including dinner and a twilight tour of Washington’s famous
monuments and memorials including those dedicated to
Jefferson, Lincoln and Iwo Jima. Overnight at Doubletree
Crystal City in Arlington, Virginia. [B]
Day 8 - Washington, D.C.
Your day begins with a visit to Arlington National Cemetery where
you will view the Tomb of the Unknowns, and the Kennedy
gravesites. Your day continues with a trip to the White House
Visitor's Center where you will gain insight into the many
transitions it has undergone. Your tour of our nation's capital
affords you wonderful views of the Capitol building, the White
House, monuments and museums. Your tour concludes with a
drive along Embassy Row and stops at the moving World War II
Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and the Korean War
Memorial. Overnight at hotel. [B,D]
Day 9 - Washington, D.C.
The memories of this historic tour are sure to stay with you forever. [B]