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3-Day Washington Tour

3 days and 2 nights in Washington, with transport, accommodation, admissions and meals arranged as one booking.

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A 3-day educational tour of Washington, built around the sites teachers actually want their students standing in front of. Departs from Boston by private motorcoach, with every admission, meal and night already arranged.

  • 3 Days
  • 2 Nights
  • 5 Inclusions arranged
Highlights

What you'll actually see

7 stops worth the coach ride.

  • Visit The National Archives Museum
  • White House Orientation Walk
  • Evening illuminated Memorials the Jefferson, FDR, and MLK Memorials.
  • Arlington National Cemetery Exploration
  • Visit The United Staes Holocaust Memorial Museum
  • Evening Illuminated tour of the Memorials: Lincoln, Vietnam, Korean War and Washington Memorial.
  • US Capitol Visit
Day by day

How the days actually run.

Times are indicative and move with your dates, your group size and the weather.

  1. Day 1

    Arrival & first look

    1. 07:15 15:00

      Motorcoach: Boston to Washington

      Depart from Boston and enjoy a relaxing ride on the motorcoach as you travel to Washington.

      442 miles

    2. 15:00 16:30

      Visit The National Archives Museum

      Explore The National Archives Museum and discover the nation's treasured documents.

      Museums

    3. 16:30 16:45

      Walk to next destination

    4. 16:45 17:30

      White House Orientation Walk

      Join a captivating White House Orientation Walk and learn about the history of this iconic landmark.

      Historical Landmarks

    5. 17:30 18:45

      Motorcoach transfer

      Continue your adventure with a short motorcoach ride within Washington.

      2 miles

    6. 18:45 20:30

      Evening illuminated Memorials the Jefferson, FDR, and MLK Memorials.

      Experience the evening illuminated tour of the Jefferson, FDR, and MLK Memorials.

      Historical Landmarks

    7. 20:30 21:30

      Motorcoach: Washington to Chantilly

      Start the day with a motorcoach ride to Chantilly.

      25 miles

    8. 21:30 22:00

      Check in — Wingate by Wyndham Chantilly / Dulles Airport

      Check in at the Wingate by Wyndham Chantilly / Dulles Airport and settle in for a restful night.

      3-star hotel

    9. 21:30 22:00

      Return to the hotel

      Continue to your comfortable accommodations at Wingate by Wyndham Chantilly / Dulles Airport.

  2. Day 2

    Arlington National Cemetery Exploration

    1. 05:00 06:30

      Breakfast at the hotel

      Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the hotel to fuel your day.

    2. 06:30 06:45

      Depart the hotel

      Prepare to depart from the hotel for your next adventure.

    3. 06:45 07:30

      Motorcoach: Chantilly to Arlington

      Hop on the motorcoach for a short ride to Arlington.

      25 miles

    4. 07:30 09:30

      Arlington National Cemetery Exploration

      Explore the solemn and historic grounds of Arlington National Cemetery.

      Historical Landmarks

    5. 09:30 12:00

      Motorcoach: Arlington to Washington

      Travel back to Washington on the motorcoach.

      2 miles

    6. 12:00 13:30

      Visit The United Staes Holocaust Memorial Museum

      Visit The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum for a poignant experience.

      Museums

    7. 13:30 18:00

      Motorcoach transfer

      Relax on the motorcoach as you head back to your hotel.

      3 miles

    8. 18:00 20:00

      Evening Illuminated tour of the Memorials: Lincoln, Vietnam, Korean War and Washington Memorial.

      Enjoy an evening illuminated tour of the Lincoln, Vietnam, Korean War, and Washington Memorial.

      Historical Landmarks

    9. 20:00 21:00

      Motorcoach: Washington to Chantilly

      Begin the day with a motorcoach ride back to Chantilly.

      23 miles

    10. 21:00 21:15

      Return to the hotel

      Continue your stay at the Wingate by Wyndham Chantilly / Dulles Airport.

  3. Day 3

    Last morning & the road home

    1. 05:00 06:30

      Breakfast at the hotel

      Savor another delicious breakfast at the hotel.

    2. 06:30 06:45

      Depart the hotel

      Get ready to check out from the hotel.

    3. 06:45 07:45

      Check out — Wingate by Wyndham Chantilly / Dulles Airport

      Check out of the Wingate by Wyndham Chantilly / Dulles Airport as you prepare for the day's activities.

    4. 07:45 08:45

      Motorcoach: Chantilly to Washington

      Travel to Washington on the motorcoach.

      29 miles

    5. 08:45 10:15

      US Capitol Visit

      Enjoy a visit to the historic US Capitol, a symbol of American democracy.

      Historical Landmarks

    6. 10:15 20:45

      Motorcoach: Washington to Boston

      Board the motorcoach for the return journey back to Boston.

      439 miles

On the ground

Photos from this trip.

A large red and black DATTCO motorcoach bus is shown on a white background. The bus has tinted windows and the DATTCO logo on the side. Hotel room with two neatly made double beds, white linens, a nightstand with a lamp and clock, an armchair in the corner, framed pictures on the wall, and neutral-colored walls and carpet. The U.S. Capitol building at sunset with dramatic clouds, its dome rising above the neoclassical facade, and a reflective pool in the foreground. Three soldiers in formal military uniforms perform a ceremonial drill outdoors, while onlookers watch from behind a railing. Trees and steps are visible in the background under a clear sky. The Jefferson Memorial in Washington, D.C., illuminated at dusk, with its columns and dome reflected in the water in the foreground. The Lincoln Memorial statue at night, illuminated, with columns and an inscription on the wall behind Abraham Lincoln’s seated figure. The White House at dusk, illuminated with golden lights, with its columns and windows visible and a lit fountain in front, framed by trees. A grand rotunda with a gated entrance, two large murals on the walls, flags on either side, and a central display case under a domed ceiling. A museum exhibit features a metal “Arbeit Macht Frei” sign at the entrance, dark walls, and displays with historical artifacts and photos, creating a somber atmosphere.

Ready when you are.

Planning is free and nothing is locked until you confirm. Tell us your dates and group size and we will build the quote around them.

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