Washington, D.C.: The Capital Tour

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Washington, D.C. | DCA

Travel to Washington, D.C., the heart of American politics and the ideal destination for teachers and students to connect with the nation’s history and culture. Trace the steps of America’s founders as you witness the modern-day marvels of it’s capital. This is a perfect tour for students interested in history and government.

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  • Day 1: Travel to Washington, D.C.

    Meet your Tour Director at your destination

    Explore Washington, D.C. highlights:

    • Photo stop at the White House
    • Photo stop at the Washington Monument
    • WWII Memorial

    Visit the Smithsonian museum of your choice, which may include:

    • National Air and Space Museum
    • National Museum of Natural History
    • National Museum of African Art
    • National Museum of American History

    Take a guided night tour of Washington, D.C.

    • Lincoln Memorial
    • Korean War Veterans Memorial
    • Vietnam Veterans Memorial

  • Day 2: Washington, D.C.

     Visit Arlington National Cemetery:

    • Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
    • Kennedy gravesites
    • Women in Military Service for America Memorial

    Make a photo stop at the Marine Corps War Memorial

     Visit Mount Vernon: 

    • Estate and mansion (pending availability)
    • Museum and education center
    • George Washington's tomb
    • The Slave Memorial

    Enjoy an evening activity

  • Day 3: Washington, D.C. • Depart for home

    See the U.S. Capitol and Visitor Center: 

    • FDR Memorial
    • Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial
    • Jefferson Memorial

    Make a photo stop at the Library of Congress and Supreme Court

    Explore the Tidal Basin

    • FDR Memorial
    • Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial
    • Jefferson Memorial

    Depart for home

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  • Day 3: Washington, D.C.

    See the U.S. Capitol and Visitor Center: 

    • FDR Memorial
    • Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial
    • Jefferson Memorial

    Make a photo stop at the Library of Congress and Supreme Court

    Explore the Tidal Basin

    • FDR Memorial
    • Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial
    • Jefferson Memorial

    National Archives (Time Permitting)

    Visit the Smithsonian museum of your choice, which may include:

    • National Air and Space Museum
    • National Museum of Natural History
    • National Museum of African Art
    • National Museum of American History
    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Dinner and dancing on the Potomac

    Dinner and dancing on the Potomac

    Enjoy a buffet dinner, then dance the night away with friends on a boat cruise down the historic Potomac River, a waterway that was explored by Captain John Smith in 1608.

  • Day 4: Washington, D.C.

    Visit the Pentagon Memorial 

    Make a photo stop at Ford's Theatre 

    Visit U-Street Murals and Memorials 

    See the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum: Daniel's Story Exhibit 

    Visit The Kennedy Center 

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Theatre performance

    Theatre performance

    Experience Washington, D.C.’s performing arts scene firsthand with a live theatre performance. 

  • Day 5: Washington, D.C. • Depart for home

    Visit the International Spy Museum

    Depart for home

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  • Day 1: Travel to Washington, D.C.

    Meet your Tour Director at your destination

    Explore Washington, D.C. highlights:

    • Photo stop at the White House
    • Photo stop at the Washington Monument
    • WWII Memorial

    Visit the Smithsonian museum of your choice, which may include:

    • National Air and Space Museum
    • National Museum of Natural History
    • National Museum of African Art
    • National Museum of American History

    Take a guided night tour of Washington, D.C.

    • Lincoln Memorial
    • Korean War Veterans Memorial
    • Vietnam Veterans Memorial

  • Day 2: Washington, D.C.

     Visit Arlington National Cemetery:

    • Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
    • Kennedy gravesites
    • Women in Military Service for America Memorial

    Make a photo stop at the Marine Corps War Memorial

     Visit Mount Vernon: 

    • Estate and mansion (pending availability)
    • Museum and education center
    • George Washington's tomb
    • The Slave Memorial

    Enjoy an evening activity

  • Day 3: Washington, D.C. • Depart for home

    See the U.S. Capitol and Visitor Center: 

    • FDR Memorial
    • Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial
    • Jefferson Memorial

    Make a photo stop at the Library of Congress and Supreme Court

    Explore the Tidal Basin

    • FDR Memorial
    • Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial
    • Jefferson Memorial

    Depart for home

Add 2 more days

  • Day 3: Washington, D.C.

    See the U.S. Capitol and Visitor Center: 

    • FDR Memorial
    • Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial
    • Jefferson Memorial

    Make a photo stop at the Library of Congress and Supreme Court

    Explore the Tidal Basin

    • FDR Memorial
    • Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial
    • Jefferson Memorial

    National Archives (Time Permitting)

    Visit the Smithsonian museum of your choice, which may include:

    • National Air and Space Museum
    • National Museum of Natural History
    • National Museum of African Art
    • National Museum of American History
    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Dinner and dancing on the Potomac

    Dinner and dancing on the Potomac

    Enjoy a buffet dinner, then dance the night away with friends on a boat cruise down the historic Potomac River, a waterway that was explored by Captain John Smith in 1608.

  • Day 4: Washington, D.C.

    Visit the Pentagon Memorial 

    Make a photo stop at Ford's Theatre 

    Visit U-Street Murals and Memorials 

    See the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum: Daniel's Story Exhibit 

    Visit The Kennedy Center 

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Theatre performance

    Theatre performance

    Experience Washington, D.C.’s performing arts scene firsthand with a live theatre performance. 

  • Day 5: Washington, D.C. • Depart for home

    Visit the International Spy Museum

    Depart for home

Interested in learning more about this tour?

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  • Hotels

    Safe, comfortable hotels with private bathrooms will be waiting for you at your destination.

  • Meals

    Traditional breakfasts and dinners bring local flavors to life as part of your tour experience. Lunches are left for you to discover new favourite dishes of your own.

  • Full-time Tour Director

    Your dedicated Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.

  • Expert Local Guides

    Your expert local guides add cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.

  • Customary gratuities

    To make things even easier we’ve included all tips to show appreciation to your Tour Director, local guides, and bus driver at the end of your tour.

  • Overnight security

    Safety is our number one priority. That’s why we’ve included professional security on watch nightly at your hotel.

  • Personalized Learning Support

    Our personalized learning experience engages students before, during and after tour, with the option to create a final, reflective project.

  • Continuous Support

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