Philadelphia Travel Guides and Tours

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).

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Explore our nation's fascinating past on this exciting tour of Philadelphia and the Pennsylvania countryside. You'll walk in the footsteps of Jefferson and Franklin…meet warmhearted Amish folks…plus relax while you enjoy gorgeous springtime or autumn color and more. It's an American adventure of discovery you'll remember for years! Tour Highlights -Tour Philadelphia’s Independence Hall and see the grand Liberty Bell. -Explore the Amish and Mennonite communities. -Stand where Lincoln delivered his historic Address at Gettysburg.

Discover the historic national treasures of the East on this rewarding vacation. Start your trip 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. Next, travel to Philadelphia and see Liberty Bell and Independence Hall on your sightseeing tour. Your vacation ends back in Washington DC with two overnights, an Old Town Trolley tour, and plenty of leisure time. This vacation to America’s Historic East allows you to see and experience some of the most prominent places in America’s past. A trip of a lifetime! Fall Foliage Departures:Enjoy spectacular fall colors on our special Fall Foliage departures: September 18–October 16 (if Mother Nature permits).

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On this vacation, arrive in “The Big Apple” and venture northwest through the Pocono Mountains to upstate New York. Cross the border to the Canadian side of the Niagara River and spend two nights in beautiful Niagara Falls. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Niagara Falls, and board the Maid of the Mist for a thrilling boat ride to view the thundering waterfalls from river level. During your free time in Niagara Falls, perhaps visit the Butterfly Conservatory, Great Gorge Adventure, or Botanical Gardens, or ride the aerial cable car. Next, travel southeast through the Appalachian Mountains to the City of Brotherly Love—Philadelphia. Explore the birthplace of American independence on your Philadelphia sightseeing tour before moving on to the U.S. capital, Washington DC. Washington DC is a sightseeing treasure-trove, and your tour highlights the well-known sights, such as Arlington National Cemetery and the Korean and Vietnam War Memorials. Your vacation ends with free time to explore Washington DC on your own before you head back to New York City.

favorable conditions exist from mid-May to late-October. When weather is unfavorable, a walking tour through the scenic tunnels will be substituted., including admission charges where applicable.NOTE: The operation of the Maid of the Mist cruise is subject to favorable weather and/or river conditions. Usually, and Washington DC; orientation tour in Philadelphia; Maid of the Mist cruise; Arlington National Cemetery; Korean and Vietnam War Veterans Memorials. Inside visits as shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, In Niagara Falls

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.

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