In Freedom's Footsteps: Philadelphia to Washington, DC 2020
11 days
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Small Group Tour
Understanding the meaning of freedom and America’s story... Explore the meaning of freedom – from the earliest settlement to the Colonial era to the Revolutionary War to building a Republic. Discover the nation’s economic expansion and industrial growth... 18th century social and religious movements... the Civil War... political diversity... and the defining ...
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Overview
Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Highlights
- Understanding the meaning of freedom and America’s story... crafted by Tauck and filmmaker Ken Burns
- explore the meaning of freedom – from the earliest settlement to the Colonial era to the Revolutionary War to building a Republic.Discover the nation’s economic expansion and industrial growth... 18th-century social and religious movements... the Civil War... political diversity... and the defining themes that shaped the American experience century upon century. Travel back in time to walk in the footsteps of American history... In Philadelphia
- ride a horse-drawn carriage along cobblestone streets
- step inside Independence Hall
- take a Tauck Exclusive early-opening private tour of the Museum of the American Revolution and see the Liberty Bell. Tour the poignant battlefields of Gettysburg
- where a storyteller reveals what it was like to be a civilian during the Civil War battle at a private Tauck dessert reception. Visit George Washington's home at Mount Vernon... meet 18th-century 'residents' and dine at a colonial tavern in Colonial Williamsburg... and explore the spectacular monuments of America's capital.
What's this trip about?
Understanding the meaning of freedom and America’s story... Explore the meaning of freedom – from the earliest settlement to the Colonial era to the Revolutionary War to building a Republic. Discover the nation’s economic expansion and industrial growth... 18th century social and religious movements... the Civil War... political diversity... and the defining themes that shaped the American experience century upon century.
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Details
Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start City Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
End CityWashington D.C.
Travel Themes
Destinations
Activities
Trip includes
- TAUCK EXCLUSIVE – Filmed narratives, exclusively produced for Tauck by filmmakers Ken Burns & Dayton Duncan, feature new insights based on themes from their films, from the Civil War to national parks TAUCK EXCLUSIVE – Early admission & behind-the-scenes experience at the National Archives TAUCK EXCLUSIVE – Private presentation on slavery & plantation life by Dr. Leni Sorensen TAUCK EXCLUSIVE – Early-opening private tour of the Museum of the American Revolution Visits to such iconic national historic sites as Independence Hall, Monticello, Mount Vernon, Harper's Ferry, Gettysburg, Washington, DC's National Mall monuments and more Private guided tour of Virginia's historic State Capitol building
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Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive Philadelphia
Tour begins
:
6:00 PM
,
Sofitel Philadelphia.
Day 2 The Liberty Bell & more in Philadelphia
Around every corner of this city lies a piece of American history, as you’ll discover for yourself on a day immersing in historic Philadelphia. Begin the morning with a Tauck Exclusive, early-opening private tour of the Museum of the American Revolution, followed by a ho...
Day 3 A day in Amish country and Gettysburg National Military Park
Travel through rolling Pennsylvania farmland to Lancaster County for a guided tour that reveals the cultural traditions of the Amish, steeped in centuries past, and lunch. Continue on to Gettysburg National Military Park for a visit to the amazing interpretive center. Th...
Day 4 Gettysburg's battlefields & Harpers Ferry
A morning drive with a Gettysburg expert takes you through some of the battlefields – now eerily peaceful – viewing pivotal sites and hearing stories such as the defense of Little Round Top, the “Killer Angels” and the courage and futility of Pickett’s Charge. More than ...
Day 5 Jefferson's Monticello and Charlottesville
Begin your day in Charlottesville with a visit to author, statesman, scientist and third US President Thomas Jefferson’s beloved Monticello, the hilltop house he designed on the principles of Renaissance architect Andrea Palladio. As you explore the house, plantation and...
Day 6 Historic Richmond & on to Williamsburg
An in-depth view of the Civil War from various perspectives awaits in Richmond, capital of Virginia and the capital of the Confederate States of America during the war. Begin the day with a private guided tour of the historic Virginia State Capitol, designed by Thomas Je...
Day 7 Spend a day in 18th-century Colonial Williamsburg
Restored to its 18th-century glory and inhabited by interpreters in period dress living its 18th-century lifestyle, Colonial Williamsburg is yours to explore as you please today. Discover life in days gone by as you step back in time to encounter local residents, from ar...
Day 8 Explore Mt. Vernon and on to Washington, DC
You’ll travel from Williamsburg this morning to the magnificent Mount Vernon estate of America’s first president, George Washington. Overlooking the Potomac River, the setting couldn’t be more spectacular; explore the state-of-the-art interactive museum, the 18th-century...
Day 9 A day in Washington, DC
Today you’ll get perspectives on Washington DC's 225+ year history, beginning with a sightseeing tour this morning that features views of iconic Washington sights such as the White House, Capitol Hill, the National Mall, the Washington Monument and the Jefferson Memorial...
Day 10 Exclusive – Inside the National Archives
First up today, a Tauck Exclusive – early admission to the Rotunda of the National Archives for a private viewing of the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution and the Bill of Rights, with welcome comments by a National Archives insider. Then go behind the scenes ...
Day 11 Journey home
Tour ends: Washington, DC.
Fly home anytime. A transfer is included from The Willard InterContinental Washington D.C. to Ronald Reagan National Airport or Dulles International Airport; please allow a minimum of two hours for flight check-in at the airport.
MEALS : B PORTOFCALL : Washington D.C., USA
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Price From $4,990
Price per day$454
Last Updated: 2/17/2023
All prices are per person in U.S. dollars.
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