April thru October

Day 1: Arrive in Washington, DC 
This is truly the All-American Holiday, complete with the heritage of our nation's capital, the historic charm of Williamsburg and the Civil War countryside in Pennsylvania. Arring in Washington D. C., our lodging this evening will be in Arlington, Virginia. 

Day 2: Mount Vernon & Williamsburg 
As we depart Washington, DC, we visit Mount Vernon, home of George and Martha Washington. A walking tour of the home and grounds provides a walk back in time. We arrive in Williamsburg late afternoon. A traditional tavern dinner sets the mood for our stay in historic Williamsburg. (2 nights)

Day 3: Colonial Williamsburg 
Williamsburg is the largest living history museum in the country and one of America's most popular attractions. Stroll streets dating back to the 1700s. Converse with residents playing the roles of their ancestors as they go about their daily activities exactly as they did more than 200 years ago. It's an exciting glimpse into the early days of our nation.

Day 4: Carter¹s Grove and Monticello 
This morning we visit historic Carter's Grove. Traveling north from Williamsburg we come to Charlottesville where we enjoy lunch at Michie Tavern. We then visit Monticello. This magnificent home of Thomas Jefferson is considered one of the most beautiful estates in Virginia. After a great day of touring we stay the night in Charlottesville, Virginia. Breakfast and lunch, Hampton Inn, Charlottesville, Virginia.

Day 5: Gettysburg 
Our route today takes us to one of the most important sites of the Civil War - Gettysburg Battlefield. It is here that the tide of war turned. A national parks guide takes us on a tour of the battlefield where Lincoln later made his memorable address. We stay overnight in the little town of Gettysburg. Breakfast and dinner, Best Western Gettysburg Hotel 1797, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

Day 6: Washington, DC 
This morning we return to Washington, DC. Sightseeing of our nation's capital begins with a visit to Arlington National Cemetery. View the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the new Women in Military Service Memorial. Historic Alexandria adds another dimension to our sightseeing. Breakfast, Hyatt Regency or Marriott Courtyard, Arlington, Virginia (2 nights).

Day 7: Washington, DC 
History is being made every day in Washington, DC. We'll visit the White House or the Capitol Building where laws are created. On Capitol Hill we'll visit the Library of Congress and the Supreme Court. See the stirring Jefferson, Lincoln, Kennedy, Korean, Vietnam and the FDR Memorials. The afternoon is yours to freely explore the Smithsonian with its treasury of American history. Tonight your Tour Director hosts a farewell dinner for new friends with shared memories of our national heritage. An illumination tour tops off our visit to Washington, DC. Dinner.

Day 8: Virginia and Home 
You are free to visit more sights before transferring to the airport for a flight home at your convenience. 


Including:
12 Meals (5 dinners, 1 lunch and 6 breakfasts)
Round trip airport transfers
Tour Mount Vernon, home of George Washington
Full day in Colonial Williamsburg, the nation's largest living history museum
Traditional Colonial tavern dinner
Visit historic Carter's Grove Plantation
Tour Thomas Jefferson's Monticello
Lunch at historic Michie Tavern, serving guests since the 18th century Guided tour of Gettysburg National Military Park
DC touring including the White House or Capitol Hill, the new FDR and Women in Military Service Memorials, the Smithsonian and Arlington National Cemetery plus an Illumination Tour of the monuments and memorials of Washington, DC

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