From Colony to Revolution: Jamestown, Williamsburg, Yorktown

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Immerse yourself in historic Virginia with scholars, instructors and historians as you explore Colonial Era history from the founding of Jamestown to the end of the Revolutionary War.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • I like to spend much of the day exploring
    • Whether walking through historic neighborhoods at a moderate pace or out and about on a coach, I prefer to keep my days full
    • Stairs don’t bother me, and I love to keep up with the group

What's this trip about?

    Immerse yourself in historic Virginia with scholars, instructors and historians as you explore Colonial Era history from the founding of Jamestown to the end of the Revolutionary War.

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Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityWilliamsburg
End CityWilliamsburg

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Culinary & Wine
  • Photography
  • National Parks
  • Yoga, Meditation & Wellness
  • Relaxing Retreats
  • Holy Land

Destinations

Activities

  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Yoga & Meditation

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 10

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 24

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Itinerary

Day 1 Introduction to Williamsburg / Welcome Dinner / Orientation Williamsburg

Hotel Check-in: Available from 4:00 p.m. Program Registration: After you have your room assignment, come over to the Road Scholar table to register with the program staff and get your welcome packet containing your name-tag, up-to-date schedule that reflects any last-...

Day 2 Jamestown Rediscovery, Historic Jamestowne, Native Peoples Williamsburg

This program includes significant physical activity. Today's field trip includes an extended walk of nearly a mile round trip; slightly rolling terrain, paved and gravel paths; quite a bit of standing, few resting places. Those who are concerned about the physical cha...

Day 3 Slavery, 17th Century Lady, Jamestown Settlement Williamsburg

The Settlement field trip includes an extended walk of nearly a mile down and back up a gently sloping hill. Those who wish can board one of the reconstructed ships via a gangway and investigate the decks by climbing steep, narrow stairs. Anyone preferring a less acti...

Day 4 Then & Now, W&M Organ Concert, Col Wmsburg, Afro-Am. Music Williamsburg

The Historic Area walk is about 1-1/2 miles in one direction with a good deal of standing; few opportunities for rest stops; level, pebbled streets, occasional benches along the way. For anyone concerned about the physical challenges, there is a bus available about ha...

Day 5 Col. & Revolutionary Williamsburg, Col. Music, Tavern lunch Williamsburg

The guided walk from the hotel to Shield's Tavern is about 1/3 of a mile on paved and gravel paths with one large intersection to negotiate. During the afternoon free time, participants can walk as little or as much as they want in the Restored Area.

In our firs...

Day 6 Yorktown & Revolutionary War, Yorktown Battlefield & Museums Williamsburg

Walking along the Yorktown earthworks requires balance and stamina because of the steep sides of the works. Those concerned about the physical challenges can explore the Visitor Center galleries until the group returns. The walk at Surrender Field is about half a mile...

Day 7 Women's Roles, 18th Century Virginia Cookery Williamsburg

Hotel check-out is by 11:00 a.m.

We will examine the status of women in the colonial era, very different than it is today, and not just because they could not vote. Explore the "sphere" in which 18th century women of all classes and colors were expected to funct...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,129
Price per day$161
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Meals Included
  • Number of Breakfast: 6
  • Number of Lunch: 5
  • Number of Dinner: 4
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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