Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Empire Vacations Day Tours - New York, 777 8th Ave, New York City, NY 10036-7009
Departing from New York and heading south, pass through the states of New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland before arriving at Washington DC's Capitol Hill. Here, your tour will start with a stop at Arlington Cemetery to visit JFK's gravesite.
Next, head further into Washington to see the Capitol, Senate, and White House, the heart of the US government. Your tour then continues to the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum before visiting the Washington, Lincoln, Vietnam, and Korean Memorials for exploration and pictures.
Late in the afternoon, you'll embark on a panoramic city tour before departing Washington for an early-evening arrival back in New York City.
Please Note: This tour is scheduled to stop in front of the White House, Capitol, and Senate for commentary and photo ops. However, please note that sometimes this is not possible due to security issues. In the event of this occurring, your tour will be adjusted accordingly.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Arlington National Cemetery, Entrance at Arlington Memorial Bridge, Arlington, VA 22211
Veterans of every American war from the Revolution to the country's most recent conflicts are buried at Arlington, which was officially declared a military cemetery in 1864. Among the more than 260,000 dead are three unidentified service members, buried at the Tomb of the Unknowns, and John F. Kennedy, whose gravesite is marked by an eternal flame.
Due to security a passport or U.S. ID will be required to enter Arlington Cemetery
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: U.S. Capitol, East Capitol St NE & First St SE, Washington DC, DC 20510
The Capitol is among the most architecturally impressive and symbolically important buildings in the world. The Senate and the House of Representatives have met here for more than two centuries. Begun in 1793, the Capitol has been built, burnt, rebuilt, extended, and restored; today, it stands as a monument not only to its builders but also to the American people and their government.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: White House, 1600 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington DC, DC 20500
One of America's most recognizable historical and political symbols is also the home and office of the President of the United States.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: National Air and Space Museum, Independence Ave SW 600 Independence Ave SW, Washington DC, DC 20560
The most popular of the Smithsonian museums features the Wright Brothers' 1903 Flyer and Lindbergh's Spirit of St. Louis.
We will visit the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History in the event that the air and Space museum is inaccessible.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Vietnam Veterans Memorial, 5 Henry Bacon Dr NW, Washington DC, DC 20002
This emotionally stirring memorial pays tribute to the men and women who served in one of America's most controversial wars.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: 2 Lincoln Memorial Cir NW, Washington DC, DC 20002
"In this temple, as in the hearts of the people for whom he saved the Union, the memory of Abraham Lincoln is enshrined forever." Beneath these words, the 16th President of the United States sits immortalized in marble as an enduring symbol of unity, strength, and wisdom.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Korean War Veterans Memorial, 10 Daniel French Dr SW, Washington DC, DC 20002
This memorial to Korean War veterans consists of the Pool of Remembrance and the triangular Field of Service depicting 19 soldiers on the field of combat.
Duration: 20 minutes
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330 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036, USA
06:30 AM
11 to 13 hours(approx.)
Returns to original departure point
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Wheelchair accessible; please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required
Depending on the rules on the day, sometimes a stop can be made for photographs from outside the fence
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Time at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum is approximately 1.5-hours
For tours with fewer guests, vans may be substituted - wifi and restrooms on full size buses only.
Infant seats available
Tours can be bilingual/multilingual as they are offered in many different languages
Children under the age of 2 are free, please advise at time of booking if infant is traveling
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Due to security, there is no entry to the White House
Due to security a passport or U.S. ID will be required to enter Arlington Cemetery
Air and space Museum is currently under renovations - entrance is not guaranteed
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 54 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : Chee_P
The tour guide (male) was entertaining and informative. The restroom breaks during the trip could have been shortened a little. Overall I am happy with the tour and would recommend it.
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Posted On : 2024-05-17
Posted By : Pauline_T
Loved this tour, it was insightful, interesting, and most enjoyable. Brian, was amazing, an excellent host. He made this tour so much more enjoyable!
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Posted On : 2024-05-09
Posted By : sushil_a
It was really a good trip. Worth a day out. The staff was also very cordial and supportive. Quality of bus was also good
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Posted On : 2024-05-09
Posted By : Aleena_T
The tour guide was informative and explained all the historical facts and details about each state. The information given about each state helped put events into perspective
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Posted On : 2024-05-07
Posted By : Daniel_P
Tour guide Carlo was exceptional. Very knowledgeable, and had a great personality
Overall the trip was very good. A great little taster of DC for those on a time limit.
The downsides would be that I think much more emphasis and pressure needs to be put on passengers to get back to the bus on time, especially repeat offenders, as it adds hours to the trip at the end of the day and you end up getting back to New York very very late.
Also, the air and space museum is advertised, but there is not enough time for any proper museum tours, and the air and space museum was sold out with no entry times left. I think this should be made clear in the days leading up to the trip so that you can book a time days before. I dont think this museum should be advertised at all as it is very impractical.
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Posted On : 2024-05-05
Posted By : Scott_F
The tour guide Brian Montgomery did a fantastic job, he was very knowledgeable and entertaining. The day trip was well planned and we had enough time to look around.
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Posted On : 2024-05-02
Posted By : Kellie_T
Great day with key sites of American history visited. Loved the whole area from Lincoln memorial to Capital hill. Was able to take food and drinks on bus so prepare if you want to save money. Trip is a long day 4hrs there and then back in bus
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Posted On : 2024-05-02
Posted By : Ryan_M
Excellent and informative. Irina was a great guide. A lot was covered in the course of the day and it was a great base for future visits to Washington.
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Posted On : 2024-04-26
Posted By : Rosemin_E
Arlington cemetery was reflective of our heroes valor and sacrifices!!! The trip was long and 15 minute breaks was too short for seniors to move faster..
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Posted On : 2024-04-20
Posted By : Prashant_D
One day tour is great too see important attractions in Washington. Covered all important places but if want to spend more time at each then you require to take two or three days tour
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Posted On : 2024-04-11
