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Washington & Philadelphia in one day from NYC

  • Transfers included

Washington DC - The Capital of the Free World! DC is a must-visit in the USA and rightfully so. Enjoy a guided tour of Washington and Philadelphia from New York with a professional guide, and experience all the wonders in a single day tour. With an option to visit the Capitol building, this tour covers all bases. Get ready for an adventure!

Highlights

  • Escape NYC on a full-day trip to Washington DC and enjoy a guided tour of the city.
  • See the major landmarks of the city including The White House, The Pentagon, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum, and more.
  • Round trip transfers between NYC and Washington DC aboard a fully fitted coach with onboard Wi-Fi.
  • Explore the Capitol building on a guided tour and see the American Parliament as it stands today (Optional).
  • Explore Philadelphia's historic Old City neighborhood on a walking tour

Inclusions

  • Services of a bilingual professional guide
  • Round trip transfers between NYC, Washington DC, and Philadelphia
  • Explore the Capitol Building (Optional)
  • Visit to attractions mentioned

Exclusions

  • Food and Drink

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

When in New York City, you can choose to take some time out to visit the incredible Washington DC. The ‘World’s Capital’ is famous for its beauty and rich infrastructure. Being the powerhouse of the USA, the capital city only has space for the best of the best. Famous landmarks and monuments dot the entire city and on this tour, you will get to see them all.

With a compact, well-organized tour itinerary, you’re in for a treat. See the famous landmarks of the city and learn about their rich history and heritage. Your tour guide is a certified professional who will share interesting facts about the sights you see and the places you visit. With plenty of photo opportunities at DC and Philadelphia's iconic attractions, this is an experience you cannot miss out on!

Washington

Enjoy a day out from NYC on a day tour to Washington City. Get an early start and hop aboard the fully-fitted coach. Drive past the scenic East Coast states of Delaware, New Jersey, and Maryland before arriving at the destination of your tour, ‘The Chocolate City’, aka Washington DC.

Your tour starts with a visit to the Capitol building. Then you’ll be allowed inside the building on an exclusive tour. Also, the Capitol Grounds are massive and present the perfect opportunity to relax after the bus ride. Next up, is a visit to one of the nearby Smithsonian museums. Visit the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and the World War II Memorial as you walk through the ‘National Mall’. You will also get to see the famed buildings of the FBI and the Federal Reserve. By this time, you’re definitely going to be hungry, and lunch is on the cards. Indulge in some of the best dining experiences Washington has to offer, followed by a visit to the world-famous Smithsonian Air and Space Museum.

Sites Covered

  • Capitol Building
  • National Mall
  • The White House
  • Lincoln Memorial
  • Washington Monument
  • World War II Memorial
  • Rainbow Pool
  • FBI Building
  • Federal Reserve
  • Smithsonian Air and Space Museum
  • Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

Philadelphia

Your next destination is the first-ever U.S. capital, chosen during the Revolutionary War: Philadelphia, PA. Re-board your comfortable motorcoach for an approximately 3-hour journey, and arrive directly at Philadelphia’s historic Old City neighborhood. Here, on your walking tour, you will find the Independence National Historical Park. 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 State. It was within these walls that America’s founding documents – the Declaration of Independence (July 4, 1776) and Constitution – were debated and adopted. Concluding the tour at Rocky Steps, you will be able to enact the famous scene from the 1976 movie by ascending to the top of the steps.

Timings

This tour runs on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, starting at 5 AM from the meeting point and lasting approximately 14 hours.

Meeting Point

The Renaissance New York Times Square Hotel located at Two Times Square, 714 Seventh Av. between 47th and 48th streets, New York, NY 10036

How To Use Your Tickets
You will receive an email with your Day Tour to Washington DC mobile voucher shortly. You don’t need to take a print of this. Just show the voucher on your mobile device along with a valid photo ID at the meeting point of the tour.

Meeting Point
The meeting point of this tour is at Renaissance New York Times Square Hotel located at Two Times Square,714 Seventh Ave, between 47th and 48th streets, New York at 5 AM. Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start of the tour.

Validity
The Day Tour to Niagara Falls Ticket is valid only for the date for which you’ve scheduled the booking.

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