The Eastern Seaboard

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Day 1: Boston
Meet your Tour Director at your destinationTake a walking tour of Boston
- Newbury Street
- Public Garden
- Boston Common
- Beacon Hill
- Public Library
- Cheers
Visit the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum
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)
Dinner at Quincy Market
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Day 2: Boston and Cambridge • Lexington and Concord
Take a guided tour of Boston and Cambridge
- Paul Revere House
- Old North Church
- USS Constitution
- Bunker Hill
- Freedom Trail
- Harvard Square
Take a guided tour of Lexington and Concord
- Lexington Battle Green
- Old North Bridge
- Author's Row
Visit Orchard House or the Old Manse
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: New York City
Travel to New York City
Take a guided tour of Midtown
- Fifth Avenue
- Rockefeller Center
- St. Patrick's Cathedral
- Bryant Park
Make a photo stop in Central Park
Visit the Empire State Building by night
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Day 4: New York City
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 Immigration Museum
Take a guided sightseeing tour of the Financial District
- 9/11 Memorial
- St. Paul's Chapel
- Wall Street
- Federal Hall
- New York Stock Exchange
- Trinity Church
- Charging Bull sculpture
Add this in-depth excursion:National September 11 Museum
At the 9/11 Museum, learn more about the events surrounding September 11 through interactive exhibits, artifacts, and personal narratives from those who were there that day.
Visit Times Square
Attend a Broadway show (based on a select list of current shows)
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Day 5: Philadelphia • Washington, D.C.
Travel to Philadelphia
Take a walking tour of Independence National Historical Park
- Congress Hall
- Carpenters' Hall
- Franklin Court
Take a guided tour of Independence Hall
Visit the Liberty Bell Center
Travel to Washington, D.C.
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Day 6: Washington, D.C.
Visit Arlington National Cemetery
- Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
- Kennedy gravesites
Make a photo stop at the Marine Corps War Memorial
Visit Mount Vernon
- Mansion and grounds
- Museum and education center
- George Washington's tomb
Enjoy an evening activity
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Day 7: Washington, D.C.
Explore Washington, D.C. highlights:
- Photo stop at the White House
- Photo stop at the Washington Monument
- WWII Memorial
See the U.S. Capitol and Visitor Center
Photo stop at the Library of Congress and the U.S. Supreme Court
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 8: Washington, D.C.
Explore the Tidal Basin
- FDR Memorial
- Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial
- Jefferson Memorial
Visit the National Archives
Add this in-depth excursion:Spy Museum
Enter the world of espionage as you gather intelligence about the tradecraft, history, and contemporary role of international spies. Explore the largest collection of international espionage artifacts ever on public display—everything from a female operative’s lipstick gun to a pigeon camera developed during WWI—and uncover the challenges facing intelligence agencies in the 21st century.
Depart for home
Experience even more
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Day 8: Washington, D.C. • Williamsburg
Explore the Tidal Basin
- FDR Memorial
- Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial
- Jefferson Memorial
Visit the National Archives
Add this in-depth excursion:Spy Museum
Enter the world of espionage as you gather intelligence about the tradecraft, history, and contemporary role of international spies. Explore the largest collection of international espionage artifacts ever on public display—everything from a female operative’s lipstick gun to a pigeon camera developed during WWI—and uncover the challenges facing intelligence agencies in the 21st century.
Drive along Embassy Row
- View the residence of the Vice President
Visit the Smithsonian's National Zoological Park
Travel to Williamsburg
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Day 9: Williamsburg • Jamestown
Take a guided tour of the Jamestown Settlement
- Reproductions of original boats used when settlers came to America
- 17th-century colonial fort
- Traditional Powhatan Village
Take a guided tour of Colonial Williamsburg
- Capitol
- Public Gaol
- 18th-century tavern
Enjoy an evening activity
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Day 10: Washington, D.C.
Return 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 destinationTake a walking tour of Boston
- Newbury Street
- Public Garden
- Boston Common
- Beacon Hill
- Public Library
- Cheers
Visit the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum
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)
Dinner at Quincy Market
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Day 2: Boston and Cambridge • Lexington and Concord
Take a guided tour of Boston and Cambridge
- Paul Revere House
- Old North Church
- USS Constitution
- Bunker Hill
- Freedom Trail
- Harvard Square
Take a guided tour of Lexington and Concord
- Lexington Battle Green
- Old North Bridge
- Author's Row
Visit Orchard House or the Old Manse
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: New York City
Travel to New York City
Take a guided tour of Midtown
- Fifth Avenue
- Rockefeller Center
- St. Patrick's Cathedral
- Bryant Park
Make a photo stop in Central Park
Visit the Empire State Building by night
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Day 4: New York City
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 Immigration Museum
Take a guided sightseeing tour of the Financial District
- 9/11 Memorial
- St. Paul's Chapel
- Wall Street
- Federal Hall
- New York Stock Exchange
- Trinity Church
- Charging Bull sculpture
Add this in-depth excursion:National September 11 Museum
At the 9/11 Museum, learn more about the events surrounding September 11 through interactive exhibits, artifacts, and personal narratives from those who were there that day.
Visit Times Square
Attend a Broadway show (based on a select list of current shows)
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Day 5: Philadelphia • Washington, D.C.
Travel to Philadelphia
Take a walking tour of Independence National Historical Park
- Congress Hall
- Carpenters' Hall
- Franklin Court
Take a guided tour of Independence Hall
Visit the Liberty Bell Center
Travel to Washington, D.C.
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Day 6: Washington, D.C.
Visit Arlington National Cemetery
- Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
- Kennedy gravesites
Make a photo stop at the Marine Corps War Memorial
Visit Mount Vernon
- Mansion and grounds
- Museum and education center
- George Washington's tomb
Enjoy an evening activity
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Day 7: Washington, D.C.
Explore Washington, D.C. highlights:
- Photo stop at the White House
- Photo stop at the Washington Monument
- WWII Memorial
See the U.S. Capitol and Visitor Center
Photo stop at the Library of Congress and the U.S. Supreme Court
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 8: Washington, D.C.
Explore the Tidal Basin
- FDR Memorial
- Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial
- Jefferson Memorial
Visit the National Archives
Add this in-depth excursion:Spy Museum
Enter the world of espionage as you gather intelligence about the tradecraft, history, and contemporary role of international spies. Explore the largest collection of international espionage artifacts ever on public display—everything from a female operative’s lipstick gun to a pigeon camera developed during WWI—and uncover the challenges facing intelligence agencies in the 21st century.
Depart for home
Experience even more
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Day 8: Washington, D.C. • Williamsburg
Explore the Tidal Basin
- FDR Memorial
- Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial
- Jefferson Memorial
Visit the National Archives
Add this in-depth excursion:Spy Museum
Enter the world of espionage as you gather intelligence about the tradecraft, history, and contemporary role of international spies. Explore the largest collection of international espionage artifacts ever on public display—everything from a female operative’s lipstick gun to a pigeon camera developed during WWI—and uncover the challenges facing intelligence agencies in the 21st century.
Drive along Embassy Row
- View the residence of the Vice President
Visit the Smithsonian's National Zoological Park
Travel to Williamsburg
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Day 9: Williamsburg • Jamestown
Take a guided tour of the Jamestown Settlement
- Reproductions of original boats used when settlers came to America
- 17th-century colonial fort
- Traditional Powhatan Village
Take a guided tour of Colonial Williamsburg
- Capitol
- Public Gaol
- 18th-century tavern
Enjoy an evening activity
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Day 10: Washington, D.C.
Return 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.