Stepping into AP U.S. History: The East Coast
Designed with high school students in mind.
Follow in the footsteps of our nation’s founding fathers and recognize some of the United States’ greatest achievements with this tour designed in conjunction with the Advanced Placement Program of the College Board. You’ll walk through some of the most historic U.S. cities, including Boston, New York City, Washington, D.C. and Philadelphia.
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Day 1: Boston
Meet your Tour Director at your destinationExplore Charlestown and the North End
Add this in-depth excursion:
Duck boat tour
Explore Boston by land and by sea in a brightly colored “duck boat”—an amphibious World War II-style vehicle. Sights include Bunker Hill, the Old North Church, the Longfellow Bridge, and more on your comprehensive tour of the city. (And yes, there will be quacking.) Just when you think you’re nearly done, pass by EF Center Boston and splash into the Charles River for spectacular views of both the Boston and Cambridge skylines. (Available March through November)
Visit the New England Holocaust Memorial
- Founded by Holocaust survivor Stephan Ross, the memorial is designed to inspire remembrance, reflection, and hope
Dinner at Quincy Market
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Day 2: Boston and Cambridge • Lexington and Concord
Take a guided tour of Boston
- Paul Revere House
- Old North Church
- USS Constitution
- Bunker Hill
- Freedom Trail
Take a guided tour of Lexington and Concord
- Lexington Battle Green
- Old North Bridge
- Author's Row
Visit one of Concord's historic literary homes
Enjoy an evening activity
Add this in-depth excursion:
Theater performance
Experience Boston's performing arts scene firsthand with a live theater performance.
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Day 3: Boston • New York City
Visit the Edward M. Kennedy Institute
Travel to New York City
Explore Central Park
- Strawberry Fields (a tribute to John Lennon)
- Bethesda Fountain
- Friedsam Memorial Carousel
Enjoy views of New York City from one its iconic skyscrapers, which may include:
- Empire State Building Observatory
- Top of the Rock
- Edge at Hudson Yards
- One World Observatory
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Day 4: New York City
Take a guided tour of New York City
- Greenwich Village
- SoHo
- Chinatown
- Little Italy
Visit the National September 11 Memorial and Museum
Visit Times Square
Attend a Broadway show (based on a select list of current shows)
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Day 5: New York City • Philadelphia
Visit the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
- Marvel at the 151-foot model engineered by Alexandre Gustav Eiffel, of Eiffel Tower fame
- Explore the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration
Travel to Philadelphia
Take a guided tour of Philadelphia
- Free Quaker Meeting House
- Betsy Ross House
- Elfreth's Alley
- Christ Church
Visit the Liberty Bell Center
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Day 6: Philadelphia • Washington, D.C.
Visit the National Constitution Center
Travel to Washington, D.C.
Explore Washington, D.C. highlights:
- Photo stop at the White House
- Lafayette Square and Black Lives Matter Plaza
- Photo stop at the Washington Monument
- WWII Memorial
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
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Day 7: 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
Visit the National Archives
Explore the Tidal Basin
- FDR Memorial
- Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial
- Jefferson Memorial
Take a guided night tour of Washington, D.C.
- Lincoln Memorial
- Korean War Veterans Memorial
- Vietnam Veterans Memorial
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Day 8: Washington, D.C.
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
Depart for home
Experience even more
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Day 8: Washington, D.C. • Williamsburg
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
Travel to Williamsburg
Enjoy an evening activity
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Day 9: Williamsburg • Jamestown
Take a guided tour of Colonial Williamsburg
- Capitol
- Public Gaol
- 18th-century tavern
Take a guided tour of Jamestown Settlement
- Reproductions of original boats used when settlers came to America
- 17th-century colonial fort
- Traditional Powhatan Village
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Day 10: Washington, D.C.
Travel to Washington, D.C.
Enjoy free time in Washington, D.C.Depart for home
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Day 1: Boston
Meet your Tour Director at your destinationExplore Charlestown and the North End
Add this in-depth excursion:
Duck boat tour
Explore Boston by land and by sea in a brightly colored “duck boat”—an amphibious World War II-style vehicle. Sights include Bunker Hill, the Old North Church, the Longfellow Bridge, and more on your comprehensive tour of the city. (And yes, there will be quacking.) Just when you think you’re nearly done, pass by EF Center Boston and splash into the Charles River for spectacular views of both the Boston and Cambridge skylines. (Available March through November)
Visit the New England Holocaust Memorial
- Founded by Holocaust survivor Stephan Ross, the memorial is designed to inspire remembrance, reflection, and hope
Dinner at Quincy Market
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Day 2: Boston and Cambridge • Lexington and Concord
Take a guided tour of Boston
- Paul Revere House
- Old North Church
- USS Constitution
- Bunker Hill
- Freedom Trail
Take a guided tour of Lexington and Concord
- Lexington Battle Green
- Old North Bridge
- Author's Row
Visit one of Concord's historic literary homes
Enjoy an evening activity
Add this in-depth excursion:
Theater performance
Experience Boston's performing arts scene firsthand with a live theater performance.
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Day 3: Boston • New York City
Visit the Edward M. Kennedy Institute
Travel to New York City
Explore Central Park
- Strawberry Fields (a tribute to John Lennon)
- Bethesda Fountain
- Friedsam Memorial Carousel
Enjoy views of New York City from one its iconic skyscrapers, which may include:
- Empire State Building Observatory
- Top of the Rock
- Edge at Hudson Yards
- One World Observatory
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Day 4: New York City
Take a guided tour of New York City
- Greenwich Village
- SoHo
- Chinatown
- Little Italy
Visit the National September 11 Memorial and Museum
Visit Times Square
Attend a Broadway show (based on a select list of current shows)
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Day 5: New York City • Philadelphia
Visit the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
- Marvel at the 151-foot model engineered by Alexandre Gustav Eiffel, of Eiffel Tower fame
- Explore the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration
Travel to Philadelphia
Take a guided tour of Philadelphia
- Free Quaker Meeting House
- Betsy Ross House
- Elfreth's Alley
- Christ Church
Visit the Liberty Bell Center
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Day 6: Philadelphia • Washington, D.C.
Visit the National Constitution Center
Travel to Washington, D.C.
Explore Washington, D.C. highlights:
- Photo stop at the White House
- Lafayette Square and Black Lives Matter Plaza
- Photo stop at the Washington Monument
- WWII Memorial
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
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Day 7: 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
Visit the National Archives
Explore the Tidal Basin
- FDR Memorial
- Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial
- Jefferson Memorial
Take a guided night tour of Washington, D.C.
- Lincoln Memorial
- Korean War Veterans Memorial
- Vietnam Veterans Memorial
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Day 8: Washington, D.C.
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
Depart for home
Experience even more
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Day 8: Washington, D.C. • Williamsburg
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
Travel to Williamsburg
Enjoy an evening activity
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Day 9: Williamsburg • Jamestown
Take a guided tour of Colonial Williamsburg
- Capitol
- Public Gaol
- 18th-century tavern
Take a guided tour of Jamestown Settlement
- Reproductions of original boats used when settlers came to America
- 17th-century colonial fort
- Traditional Powhatan Village
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Day 10: Washington, D.C.
Travel to Washington, D.C.
Enjoy free time in Washington, D.C.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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