6 days
Washington, D.C., Philadelphia
Discover the inner workings of our government in Washington, D.C., with visits to the U.S. Capitol and the Supreme Court. Then see how it all started in Philadelphia, where the Founding Fathers gathered to adopt the Declaration of Independence.
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  • Day 1: Washington, D.C.

    Arrive in Washington, D.C.

    Explore 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

    Guided night tour of Washington, D.C.

    • Lincoln Memorial
    • Korean War Veterans Memorial
    • Vietnam Veterans Memorial
  • Day 2: 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

  • Day 3: Washington, D.C.

    See the U.S. Capitol and Visitor Center

    Photo stop at U.S. Supreme Court and the Library of Congress

    Explore the Tidal Basin

    • FDR Memorial
    • Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial
    • Jefferson Memorial

    Visit the National Archives

    Travel to Gettysburg

  • Day 4: Gettysburg and Philadelphia

    Visit the Gettysburg National Cemetery

    Take a guided tour of Gettysburg National Military Park

    Visit the Gettysburg Museum, Visitor Center and Cyclorama Experience

    Amish Farmlands tour and "Jacob's Choice" movie

    Enjoy an Amish Meal

    Travel to Philadelphia

  • Day 5: Philadelphia

    Take a guided tour of Philadelphia

    • Congress Hall
    • Second Bank of the United States
    • Franklin Court
    • Free Quaker Meeting House
    • Betsy Ross House

    Walking tour of Independence National Historical Park

    • Congress Hall
    • Carpenter's Hall
    • Franklin Court

    Visit Independence Hall

    Visit the Liberty Bell Center

    Enjoy an evening activity

  • Day 6: Philadelphia

    Visit the National Constitution Center

    Depart for home

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  • Day 1: Washington, D.C.

    Arrive in Washington, D.C.

    Explore 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

    Guided night tour of Washington, D.C.

    • Lincoln Memorial
    • Korean War Veterans Memorial
    • Vietnam Veterans Memorial
  • Day 2: 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

  • Day 3: Washington, D.C.

    See the U.S. Capitol and Visitor Center

    Photo stop at U.S. Supreme Court and the Library of Congress

    Explore the Tidal Basin

    • FDR Memorial
    • Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial
    • Jefferson Memorial

    Visit the National Archives

    Travel to Gettysburg

  • Day 4: Gettysburg and Philadelphia

    Visit the Gettysburg National Cemetery

    Take a guided tour of Gettysburg National Military Park

    Visit the Gettysburg Museum, Visitor Center and Cyclorama Experience

    Amish Farmlands tour and "Jacob's Choice" movie

    Enjoy an Amish Meal

    Travel to Philadelphia

  • Day 5: Philadelphia

    Take a guided tour of Philadelphia

    • Congress Hall
    • Second Bank of the United States
    • Franklin Court
    • Free Quaker Meeting House
    • Betsy Ross House

    Walking tour of Independence National Historical Park

    • Congress Hall
    • Carpenter's Hall
    • Franklin Court

    Visit Independence Hall

    Visit the Liberty Bell Center

    Enjoy an evening activity

  • Day 6: Philadelphia

    Visit the National Constitution Center

    Depart for home

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  • Round-trip Transportation

    Round-trip transportation on major carriers; comfortable motorcoach throughout the tour.

  • Hotel Accommodations

    Overnight stays in safe, quality hotels.

  • Overnight Security

    Security guards on watch nightly.

  • Meals

    Breakfast and dinner daily; lunch can also be included.

  • All Gratuities

    Tips included for your Tour Director, bus driver, licensed guides, restaurant and hotel staff.

  • Guided Tours and Activities

    Sightseeing tours led by expert and licensed local guides; tickets to all activities.

  • Full-time Tour Director

    Your Tour Director stays with your group 24/7, providing local insight and knowledge, while handling every on-tour detail.

  • Training and Support

    We prepare new Group Leaders on a free Training Tour and provide personal support every step of the way.

  • Traveler Resources

    We offer travelers flexible payment options as well as a dedicated support team to manage finances and answer tour questions.

  • 24-hour Emergency Service

    Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team while on tour.

  • 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.

  • Personalized Learning Support

    Our personalized learning experience engages students before, during and after tour, with the option to create a final, reflective project for academic credit.

  • Illness and Accident Coverage

    Rest easier knowing your travelers are covered on tour with EF's comprehensive coverage plan.

  • $50 Million Liability Policy

    Group Leaders and schools are protected while on tour.

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