A vibrant, historical and bustling metropolis, Washington, DC is home to the most recognizable landmarks, political buildings and museums in the United States. Why not enjoy one of our specially selected tours during your stay!
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This tour will leave you with a complete overview of the Capital City! Narrated by your tour guide, this tour will include views of Lafayette Park and the White House, the Inaugural Parade Route along Pennsylvania Avenue, the Washington Monument, and the U.S. Capitol Building. Guests will pass the Smithsonian Museums and National Gallery of Art prior to making a stop on the National Mall to view the Lincoln Memorial. A Special Look at Washington would not be complete without also visiting the nearby Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall and Korean War Memorial.
The Bureau of Engraving and Printing is responsible for the design, engraving and printing of all U.S. paper currency. You will experience a tour of the gallery where most of the nation’s currency is produced. You will see millions of dollars being printed and witness the various steps of currency production, beginning with large, blank sheets of paper and ending with wallet-ready bills. This experience includes an introductory film and concludes in the Visitor’s Center where exhibits and currency products are for sale.
Explore Washington’s most famous neighborhood, Georgetown! Here, you will learn how Georgetown got its start as a tobacco port and commercial center in the 18th century as well as other fun facts from your tour guide. See the mule drawn barges of the C&O Canal and the Old Stone House, the oldest standing building in Washington, DC located in what is now the heart of Georgetown’s shopping district. You will have the opportunity to peruse hundreds of shops, from antique dealers, art studios, unique boutiques, national retailers and more. Then there will be time to enjoy lunch at the landmark Clyde’s on M Street.
The United States Botanic Garden is a must see while visiting Washington, DC. The USBG is the oldest continually operating botanic garden in the United States. Supervised by Congress through the Architect of the Capitol, the garden houses a variety of beautiful and fascinating living plants right at the foot of the U.S. Capitol. Enjoy a guided tour of the grounds and the conservatory followed by the opportunity to enjoy a bus tour of the United States National Arboretum which encompasses 446 acres of gardens, collections and natural areas. On the tour bus stops will include the National Bonsai & Penjing Museum, and the National Herb Garden. A day spent exploring the U.S Botanic Gardens and National Arboretum will inspire you to see the beauty in Nature!
‘All Aboard!’ for historic Annapolis Maryland. This quaint waterfront community has welcomed travelers for almost three hundred years. Originally the colonial capital, and currently Maryland’s state capital and home of the U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis offers visitors a unique blend of historical architecture and scenic maritime vistas. Colonial costumed guides will meet guests for comprehensive walking tour, viewing the U.S. Naval Academy (the Chapel, John Paul Jones’ tomb and Bancroft Hall), St. John’s College and the Maryland State House, which is the oldest state house still in use in the United States. Guest will also pass the many historic homes and gardens which line the quaint streets of the bustling waterfront town. Finally, guests will enjoy lunch at the Drydock Restaurant which is located in the legendary Dahlgren Hall at the U.S. Naval Academy.
With over 208 active wineries, Virginia is the fastest growing wine region in the United States. Guests will embark on an all day tour of some of the most up and coming vineyards in the nation! This tour will begin at the Cana Vineyard and Winery, a beautiful vineyard situated on a picturesque hillside. Their porch and patio offer visitors a comfortable place to enjoy Cana wines while taking in the beauty and surrounding Bull Rum and Blue Ridge Mountains. The next stop of the day is Chrysalis Vineyard’s tasting room. Upon arrival, guests will enjoy a tasting featuring several of the vineyards wines followed by a box lunch.
