Washington DC & Philadelphia 1-Day Guided Tour from NYC

Quick facts

Duration

15h

Group

Small group, up to 54 travellers

Languages

English, Spanish

Pickup

Meet at the start point

Confirmation

Confirmed within 48 hours

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation

Free cancellation (see policy)

Overview

Itinerary

1. Stop 1

   After our trip by bus and accompanied by our guide, you will arrive at the impressive city of Washington DC, which is the United States capital.

2. Stop 2

   Pass by the largest building in the country, The Pentagon.

3. Stop 3

   Pass by the cemetery, where they bury soldiers.

4. Stop 4

   The exciting corner was dedicated in 1995 to Korean War Veterans its Wall of Remembrance and 19 stainless steel statues

5. Stop 5

   Honoring the men and women who served in the controversial Vietnam War

6. Stop 6

   Three young soldiers with weapons and uniforms of the time, a symbol of the ethnic groups that fought in the Vietnam War

7. Stop 7

   Famous monument built in 1922 in honor of President Abraham Lincoln

8. Stop 8

   Observe from afar the panoramic view of the monument built to honour George Washington, the United States' first president, the 555 foot marble obelisk towers over Washington DC

9. Stop 9 · 5m

   Our first stop will be a visit to the Iwo Jima Memorial, dedicated to honouring the US Marines

10. Stop 10 · 20m

    Next, you'll travel to the White House, during this tour you will stop for a classic outside view of the home and office of the U.S.President

11. Stop 11

    Pass by the J. Edgar Hoover Building, the FBI's Headquarters.

12. Stop 12

    Pass by the most iconic museum in the country.

13. Stop 13

    Capitol Building,home of the U.S. Congress and where the laws of this country are made.

14. Stop 14

    Philadelphia, the largest city in Pennsylvania, founded in 1682, was the first capital of North America, the cradle of democracy

15. Stop 15 · 30m

    Your first stop will be at the Independence National Historical Park where your guide will lead you on a brief walking tour. You will have the opportunity to see some of the main historical sites such as the Liberty Bell, the famous symbol of America’s independence, and Independence Hall, the birthplace of the United States

16. Stop 16

    Place where the United States Declaration of Independence was debated and converted

17. Stop 17

    The Liberty Bell bears a timeless message: "Proclaim Liberty Throughout All the Land Unto All the Inhabitants thereof"

18. Stop 18

    The building served as City Hall until 1854

19. Stop 19 · 30m

    Your visit to Philadelphia concludes with a stop at the Rocky
    Steps, in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, where you’ll have an opportunity to re-enact the famous scene from the 1976 movie by ascending to the top of the steps.

20. Stop 20

    Located at the Eakins oval, this fountain features a bronze sculpture of the first president George Washington, mounted on a horse.

Meeting point

Good to know

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Guide will explain in both languages English & Spanish
• Recommended: bring your own food to enjoy free time in Washington
• New York State law requires that all children be restrained in an appropriate child restraint system while riding in a motor vehicle until they are 8 years old. Starting November 1, 2019, all children under 2 years old must ride in a rear-facing car seat.
• Bus drivers are not required to provide seats for children and the activity provider will not be responsible if you are unable to access the bus. To ensure that your child has a seat, you must bring your own, or inform the activity provider well in advance
• Guests under the age of 18 may not be admitted at check-in unless accompanied by an adult.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Frequently asked questions