Philadelphia, Washington DC & Amish Country, 2-Days from NYC
At a glance
Philadelphia, Washington DC & Amish Country, 2-Days from NYC is a 2 days guided experience in New York City, United States, operated by Empire Vacations. Travellers rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 154 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $350 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: 1-night hotel including tax and Continental Breakfast, Sightseeing in Philadelphia and Washington DC, Transportation by 15-passenger van or a full-sized bus.
Highlights
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 9 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2 days
- Group
- Small group, up to 50 travellers
- Languages
- German, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
While in New York, take a trip the City of Brotherly Love and the nation’s capital on this 2-day tour through Philadelphia, Washington DC and Amish country. Explore these two significant American cities aboard a luxury, air-conditioned coach or van. Visit sites including the Liberty Bell, Constitution Hall, Capitol Hill, the Air and Space Museum and more! On your way back to New York, stop in Amish country and see what it would be like to live without today’s modern technology.
Help create a better planet for everyone to travel and explore. We have partnered with One Tree Planted to plant one tree for every passenger that travels with us along with an extra tree for anyone that books multiple trips.
What's included
What's included
- 1-night hotel including tax and Continental Breakfast
- Sightseeing in Philadelphia and Washington DC
- Transportation by 15-passenger van or a full-sized bus
- Breakfast
- Professional tour guide
- Wifi on bus only
- Authentic Amish Buggy ride through the Amish farm
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
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Day 1: NEW YORK – PHILADELPHIA – WASHINGTON DC · 30m
Depart New York through New Jersey and Pennsylvania and to the city of brotherly love Philadelphia. Arriving in the historic area of Philadelphia we visit the famous Liberty Bell, one of the symbols of freedom in America, Constitution square and Congress Hall. Stroll Elfreth’s alley the oldest continuously inhabited street in America.
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Day 1: NEW YORK – PHILADELPHIA – WASHINGTON DC · 20m
Continue on a panoramic tour of Philadelphia that includes the financial district, Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Historic Philadelphia and more. Departing Philadelphia we see the famous “Rocky Steps” and then continue east to Lancaster county home of the Amish people.
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Day 1: NEW YORK – PHILADELPHIA – WASHINGTON DC · 2h 30m
We start our visit with a ride on an authentic Amish Buggy through the Amish farm country and learn how they live without the benefit of modern technology, no electricity, running water, telephone service, or appliances. After the ride we visit the marketplace where we can shop for handmade arts crafts and products. In the late afternoon we depart east for an evening arrival in Washington DC.
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Day 2: WASHINGTON DC – NEW YORK · 20m
Start the day with a visit of Thomas Jefferson Memorial, by the Tidal Basin, surrounded with famous Japanese cherry blossom trees.
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Day 2: WASHINGTON DC – NEW YORK · 45m
Visit the Arlington National Cemetery, the Changing of the Guard and the Kennedy family gravesite.
Due to security a passport or U.S. ID will be required to enter Arlington Cemetery -
Day 2: WASHINGTON DC – NEW YORK · 2h
The most popular of the Smithsonian museums features the Wright Brothers' 1903 Flyer and Lindbergh's Spirit of St. Louis.
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Day 2: WASHINGTON DC – NEW YORK · 1h 15m
We visit the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History and visit the extremely popular "Deep Time" exhibit full of real dinosaur fossils including the T-REX and Triceratops.
THIS MUSEUM IS A TEMPORARY ATTRACTION WHILE THE AIR AND SPACE MUSEUM IS CLOSED. -
Day 2: WASHINGTON DC – NEW YORK · 20m
Next stop is Capitol Hill, home to the Capitol building, Senate, Houses of Representatives, and Supreme Court.
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Day 2: WASHINGTON DC – NEW YORK · 20m
See the US Capitol and the White House to understand the core of the US government. Continue to the Air and Space Museum before visiting the Lincoln, Martin Luther King, Korea and Vietnam Memorials.
In the late afternoon, set out on the return journey and arrive back in New York in the evening.
Meeting point
6:30 AM Departure
In front of Port Authority Bus Terminal Building on 42nd Street (between 8th & 9th Avenue)
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Wheelchair transportation must be requested in advance
- Amish portion of the tour is subject to change due to seasons or inclement weather
- For tours with fewer guests, vans may be substituted
- Tours can be bilingual 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
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Due to security a passport or U.S. ID will be required to enter Arlington Cemetery
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Philadelphia, Washington DC & Amish Country, 2-Days from NYC take?
The experience lasts about 2 days.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $350 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
1-night hotel including tax and Continental Breakfast; Sightseeing in Philadelphia and Washington DC; Transportation by 15-passenger van or a full-sized bus; Breakfast; Professional tour guide; Wifi on bus only.
Where does it start?
6:30 AM Departure In front of Port Authority Bus Terminal Building on 42nd Street (between 8th & 9th Avenue)
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in German, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 154 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in New York City.
