Washington, D.C. & the Civil War Battlefields
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Day 1: Washington, D.C.
Meet your Tour Director at your destinationExplore Washington, D.C. highlights. May include:
- Photo stop at the White House
- Lafayette Square and Black Lives Matter Plaza
- Photo stop at the Washington Monument
- WWII Memorial
- Jefferson Memorial & Tidal Basin
Visit the Smithsonian museum of your choice, which may include:
- National Museum of Natural History
- National Museum of African Art
- National Museum of American History
- National Museum of the American Indian
Add this in-depth excursion:
Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum
Discover the wonder of air and space as you visit the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, which maintains the world’s largest and most significant collection of aviation and space artifacts.
Take a guided night tour of Washington, D.C.
- Lincoln Memorial
- Korean War Veterans Memorial
- Vietnam Veterans Memorial
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Day 2: Manassas • Antietam
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
Travel 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
Add this in-depth excursion:
The Enslaved People of Mount Vernon Tour
Listen to the stories of the enslaved people who built and operated Mount Vernon as you explore the real spaces in which they lived and worked. Conclude your tour with a tribute at the Slave Memorial and Cemetery.
Visit Mount Vernon
- Estate, museum, and education center
- Mansion (subject to availability)
- George Washington's tomb
- The Slave Memorial
Enjoy an evening activity
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Day 5: Washington, D.C.
See the U.S. Capitol and Visitor Center
Make a photo stop at the Library of Congress and the U.S. Supreme Court
Depart for home
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Day 1: Washington, D.C.
Meet your Tour Director at your destinationExplore Washington, D.C. highlights. May include:
- Photo stop at the White House
- Lafayette Square and Black Lives Matter Plaza
- Photo stop at the Washington Monument
- WWII Memorial
- Jefferson Memorial & Tidal Basin
Visit the Smithsonian museum of your choice, which may include:
- National Museum of Natural History
- National Museum of African Art
- National Museum of American History
- National Museum of the American Indian
Add this in-depth excursion:
Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum
Discover the wonder of air and space as you visit the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, which maintains the world’s largest and most significant collection of aviation and space artifacts.
Take a guided night tour of Washington, D.C.
- Lincoln Memorial
- Korean War Veterans Memorial
- Vietnam Veterans Memorial
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Day 2: Manassas • Antietam
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
Travel 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
Add this in-depth excursion:
The Enslaved People of Mount Vernon Tour
Listen to the stories of the enslaved people who built and operated Mount Vernon as you explore the real spaces in which they lived and worked. Conclude your tour with a tribute at the Slave Memorial and Cemetery.
Visit Mount Vernon
- Estate, museum, and education center
- Mansion (subject to availability)
- George Washington's tomb
- The Slave Memorial
Enjoy an evening activity
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Day 5: Washington, D.C.
See the U.S. Capitol and Visitor Center
Make a photo stop at the Library of Congress and the U.S. Supreme Court
Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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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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