Washington, D.C. and the Civil War Battlefields
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Day 1: Washington, D.C.
Meet your Tour Director at your destinationExplore 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
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Day 2: Washington • Manassas • Baltimore • Gettysburg
Visit Manassas National Battlefield Park, site of the Battle of Bull Run
Visit Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
Visit Antietam National Battlefield, site of the Civil War's deadliest single day
Travel to Gettysburg
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Day 3: Gettysburg • Washington, D.C.
Take a guided tour of Gettysburg National Military Park
Visit the Gettysburg Museum, Visitor Center and Cyclorama Experience
Return to Washington, D.C.
Visit Ford's Theatre and Petersen House
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Day 4: 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
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
Enjoy an evening activity
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Day 5: Washington, D.C.
See the U.S. Capitol and Visitor Center:
- FDR Memorial
- Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial
- Jefferson Memorial
See the Library of Congress and Supreme Court
Add 2 more days
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Day 5: Washington, D.C. • Richmond
See the U.S. Capitol and Visitor Center:
- FDR Memorial
- Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial
- Jefferson Memorial
See the Library of Congress and Supreme Court
Explore the Tidal Basin
Visit the National Archives
Travel to Richmond
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Day 6: Richmond
Visit Richmond National Battlefield Park
- Tredegar Iron Works
- Cold Harbor Battlefield
Visit the American Civil War Museum
Take a tour of the White House of the Confederacy
Enjoy an evening activity
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Day 7: Washington, D.C. | Depart for home
Return to Washington, D.C.
Free time in Washington DC
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Day 1: Washington, D.C.
Meet your Tour Director at your destinationExplore 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
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Day 2: Washington • Manassas • Baltimore • Gettysburg
Visit Manassas National Battlefield Park, site of the Battle of Bull Run
Visit Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
Visit Antietam National Battlefield, site of the Civil War's deadliest single day
Travel to Gettysburg
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Day 3: Gettysburg • Washington, D.C.
Take a guided tour of Gettysburg National Military Park
Visit the Gettysburg Museum, Visitor Center and Cyclorama Experience
Return to Washington, D.C.
Visit Ford's Theatre and Petersen House
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Day 4: 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
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
Enjoy an evening activity
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Day 5: Washington, D.C.
See the U.S. Capitol and Visitor Center:
- FDR Memorial
- Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial
- Jefferson Memorial
See the Library of Congress and Supreme Court
Add 2 more days
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Day 5: Washington, D.C. • Richmond
See the U.S. Capitol and Visitor Center:
- FDR Memorial
- Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial
- Jefferson Memorial
See the Library of Congress and Supreme Court
Explore the Tidal Basin
Visit the National Archives
Travel to Richmond
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Day 6: Richmond
Visit Richmond National Battlefield Park
- Tredegar Iron Works
- Cold Harbor Battlefield
Visit the American Civil War Museum
Take a tour of the White House of the Confederacy
Enjoy an evening activity
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Day 7: Washington, D.C. | Depart for home
Return to Washington, D.C.
Free time in Washington DC
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Round-trip Transportation
Round-trip transportation on major carriers; comfortable motorcoach throughout the tour.
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Hotel Accommodations
Overnight stays in safe, quality hotels.
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Overnight Security
Security guards on watch nightly.
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Meals
Breakfast and dinner daily; lunch can also be included.
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All Gratuities
Tips included for your Tour Director, bus driver, licensed guides, restaurant and hotel staff.
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Guided Tours and Activities
Sightseeing tours led by expert and licensed local guides; tickets to all activities.
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Full-time Tour Director
Your Tour Director stays with your group 24/7, providing local insight and knowledge, while handling every on-tour detail.
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Training and Support
We prepare new Group Leaders on a free Training Tour and provide personal support every step of the way.
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Traveler Resources
We offer travelers flexible payment options as well as a dedicated support team to manage finances and answer tour questions.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team while on tour.
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Expert Tour Planning
Your dedicated EF team provides expertise every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Illness and Accident Coverage
Rest easier knowing your travelers are covered on tour with EF's comprehensive coverage plan.
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$50 Million Liability Policy
Group Leaders and schools are protected while on tour.
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