In Freedom's Footsteps: Philadelphia to Washington, DC 2024
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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, a guided sightseeing tour includes Independence Hall and a Tauck Exclusive early-opening private tour of the Museum of the American Revolution. Tour the poignant battlefields of Gettysburg... 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.
Charlottesville, VA , Gettysburg, PA , Philadelphia, PA , Washington DC , Williamsburg, VA
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Day 1
Arrive Philadelphia
Tour begins: 6:00 PM, Sofitel Philadelphia. A transfer is included from Philadelphia International Airport to the Sofitel Philadelphia. America's first capital city is a treasure trove of history; tomorrow you'll be exploring some of the most famous sites from the earliest days of the US – you might consider arriving a day earlier to spend more time. Join us tonight for a welcome cocktail reception and dinner at your sophisticated hotel located in the city center near the Rodin Museum, City Hall, Liberty Place and other landmarks.
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Day 2
The Liberty Bell & more in Philadelphia
The Museum of the American Revolution, a long-time partner of Ken Burns, opens early this morning exclusively for Tauck! Enjoy a guided visit to its historic artifacts, including George Washington's original sleeping and office tent from the Revolutionary War, followed by free time to explore. A guided sightseeing tour takes you through the historic district, lined with cobbled streets and 18th-century townhouses. Visit Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were debated and signed, and view the iconic Liberty Bell. The remainder of the afternoon and evening are free to spend as you please.
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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. The center includes a film, A New Birth of Freedom, narrated by Morgan Freeman; the massive Cyclorama painting, which literally surrounds visitors with a magnificent visual of the fury of Pickett's Charge and brings vividly to life the sights and sounds of the battles that raged here on July 1-3, 1863; and the Gettysburg Museum of the American Civil War, featuring 12 exhibit galleries that contain artifacts and interactive displays.
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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 50,000 men on both sides were killed, wounded or missing at Gettysburg; about 6,000 lie in the national cemetery here, which Lincoln dedicated with his famous address later that year. Continue to Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, a village brought to life via a Ken Burns filmed vignette that enhances your visit to this National Historical Park, the site of John Brown's failed 1859 raid on the town's federal arsenal. The Civil War was fought in more than 10,000 places, the majority of them in the South; homes became headquarters and hospitals as foraging armies swept across American towns like those you'll pass through this afternoon en route to Charlottesville, Virginia.
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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 grounds, you'll observe that the realities of plantation life did not always fit comfortably with the founding father's principles of equality and liberty. After lunch featuring colonial fare and servers in 18th-century period attire at the historic Michie Tavern, see the University of Virginia's landmark Rotunda and Grounds, described by its designer Thomas Jefferson as an "academical village." In addition to its historic sights, this area of Virginia is renowned for its locally produced wines. Even Thomas Jefferson, a distinguished viticulturist, grew grapes on his estate in two separate vineyards. Visit a winery and taste the bounty of the vine before spending the evening as you wish. Newly renovated in 2023, your ideally located hotel promises a most enjoyable stay.
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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 Jefferson and French architect Charles-Louis Clérisseau, and modeled after an ancient Roman temple in southern France. A National Historic Landmark completed in 1788, the building also served as the Confederacy's wartime capitol; a major restoration and expansion was completed in 2007. Following lunch at a local bistro, travel to Colonial Williamsburg, whose cobblestone streets and buildings have been restored to the way they looked when the city was Virginia's Colonial capital. As you step back in time during your two-night stay, enjoy dinner this evening at an 18th-century style tavern in Colonial Williamsburg.
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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 artisans and tradespeople to militiamen and ordinary citizens. Visit authentically restored buildings such as the Governor's Palace, Raleigh Tavern, Bruton Parish Church, and other places including Colonial homes. You'll enjoy activities and demonstrations throughout the day in Colonial Williamsburg.
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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 mansion and landscaped grounds. You'll have a late afternoon arrival in Washington, DC, capital city of the US, for a three-night stay at one of its most historic hotels, The Willard InterContinental Washington D.C.; dine tonight at the hotel.
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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. On a visit to the Lincoln Memorial, you'll have an opportunity to see the poignant memorials to those who served in World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War. Spend the remainder of the day exploring as you please – and join us tonight for a special sightseeing experience viewing the memorials and monuments of our nation's capital illuminated at night.
Meals: Breakfast -
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 with an archival researcher to learn how modern archival techniques preserve both great documents and stories of individual Americans. The afternoon is free; you'll have time at the National Archives to explore as you please, or perhaps visit one of the many museums on the National Mall. Tonight, a memorable week concludes with a farewell reception and dinner.
Meals: Breakfast Dinner -
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: Breakfast
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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, a guided sightseeing tour includes Independence Hall and a Tauck Exclusive early-opening private tour of the Museum of the American Revolution. Tour the poignant battlefields of Gettysburg... 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.
- 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 - Early-opening private tour of the Museum of the American Revolution
- Visits to such iconic national historic sites as Independence Hall, Monticello, Mount Vernon, Gettysburg, Washington DC, National Mall monuments and more
- Private guided tour of Virginia's historic State Capitol building
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Sofitel Philadelphia
Williamsburg Lodge
The Gettysburg Hotel
Omni Charlottesville Hotel
The Willard InterContinental
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