Daytrips from PA USA - Travel Guides and Tours

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Discover the historic national treasures of the East on this rewarding escorted tour. Start your vacation in Washington DC with a sightseeing tour featuring the city’s famous sites. Then tour Mount Vernon, the restored home of George Washington, and the Yorktown Historical Battlefield Park, where the British surrendered to Washington’s troops in 1781. Next, tour the archaeological site of Jamestown and Colonial Williamsburg's historic area, where costumed villagers add charm and authenticity to the quaint streets. See the historic trade shops and the Public Gaol; drop in at Raleigh Tavern, the meeting place for Thomas Jefferson, Patrick Henry, and other patriots. Enjoy a colonial-style dinner and experience a recreated supper experience savored by 18th-centrury patriots. Next, visit Richmond and St. John's Church, where Patrick Henry proclaimed, “Give me liberty or give me death.” Tour Jefferson's beautiful and imposing estate, Monticello. Shenandoah National Park, Harper's Ferry, and Gettysburg National Military Park are also highlights on this trip. Continue exploration at Valley Forge for a behind-the-scenes tour, and see where Washington and his troops endured the harsh winter of 1777-1778. End your exciting trip with a sightseeing tour in Philadelphia, including a visit to Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. This vacation to America’s Historic East allows you to see and experience some of the most prominent places in America’s past. A tour of a lifetime! Fall Foliage Departures:Enjoy spectacular fall colors on our special Fall Foliage departures: September 18–October 16 (if Mother Nature permits).

Gettysburg, Washington DC, Valley Forge, Philadelphia, Jamestown, Charlottesville, Richmond, Mount Vernon, Shenandoah National Park, Williamsburg, Yorktown, Harpers Ferry

Experience America’s historic places on this wonderful family vacation. This educational and fun trip begins in Philadelphia with a sightseeing tour of Philadelphia’s major sights, including Liberty Bell and Independence National Historic Park. Travel to an Amish farm to learn of their culture and their way of life that excludes the use of modern conveniences, such as electricity and telephones. Visit Hershey’s Chocolate World and sample the real Hershey’s product. Then travel to Gettysburg National Military Park, recount the Battle of 1863, and dare to take a ghost tour where haunted sightings of soldiers are common. For even more history, go back in time in Jamestown, where costumed historical interpreters depict daily life two and three centuries ago. At the Colonial Williamsburg historic area, enjoy a guided tour where costumed villagers add authenticity to the quaint streets. Drop in at Raleigh Tavern, the meeting place for Thomas Jefferson, Patrick Henry, and other patriots. Visit Mount Vernon, the restored home of George Washington, and tour the house, gardens, and gravesite. Finally, end your trip in Washington DC with a tour of the International Spy Museum and a sightseeing tour of the major highlights, including Arlington National Cemetery and the Vietnam, Korean, and World War II Memorials. Full of rich insight and history, this is truly an eye-opening vacation that young travelers will remember for years to come.

Hershey, Washington DC, Gettysburg, Philadelphia, Jamestown, Lancaster, Mount Vernon, Williamsburg

Tour the highlights of America's east, from famous cities to scenic Appalachian forests and mountains, charming small-town flavour to wondrous Niagara Falls grandeur. Relive the rich history and experience the modern excitement and gentle beauty of this fascinating region.

Experience America’s historic places on this wonderful family vacation. This educational and fun trip begins in Philadelphia with a sightseeing tour of Philadelphia’s major sights, including Liberty Bell and Independence National Historic Park. Travel to an Amish farm to learn of their culture and their way of life that excludes the use of modern conveniences, such as electricity and telephones. Visit Hershey’s Chocolate World and sample the real Hershey’s product. Then travel to Gettysburg National Military Park, recount the Battle of 1863, and dare to take a ghost tour where haunted sightings of soldiers are common. For even more history, go back in time in Jamestown, where costumed historical interpreters depict daily life two and three centuries ago. At the Colonial Williamsburg historic area, enjoy a guided tour where costumed villagers add authenticity to the quaint streets. Drop in at Raleigh Tavern, the meeting place for Thomas Jefferson, Patrick Henry, and other patriots. Visit Mount Vernon, the restored home of George Washington, and tour the house, gardens, and gravesite. Finally, end your trip in Washington DC with four overnights. Enjoy a tour of the International Spy Museum and a sightseeing tour of the major highlights plus plenty of time in Washington DC to tour and explore on your own. Full of rich insight and history, this is truly an eye-opening vacation that young travelers will remember for years to come.

Hershey, Washington DC, Gettysburg, Philadelphia, Jamestown, Lancaster, Mount Vernon, Williamsburg

Airport transfers in Cairo on days 2 and 11 Twin-bedded rooms in hotels listed or similar; hotel taxes, service charges and tips for baggage handling Meals: breakfast (BB or B), lunch (L) and dinner (D) as indicated in the itinerary Services of a professional Egyptologist/ Tour Director Private motorcoach with air-conditioning Flights Cairo/Luxor and Aswan/Cairo including airport transfers Nile cruise accommodation in two-berth outside cabins with private facilities Sightseeing, some with headsets, special features and scenic highlights as indicated in the itinerary, including admission charges where applicable Portfolio of travel documents NOTE: Check with your travel agent for the latest visa, passport and health requirements for Egypt.