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HISTORIC HIGHLIGHTS
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Historic Highlights by Trafalgar Tours

Sightseeing Highlights
  • Washington DC See the famous memorials, tour Arlington Cemetery on the Tourmobile.
  • Williamsburg Spend the day at historic Colonial Williamsburg, visit nearby Yorktown and Jamestown's historic sights and enjoy a colonial Highlight Dinner.
  • Richmond Visit St. John's Church and tour President Jefferson's Monticello.
  • Shenandoah National Park Take in the stunning views from Skyline Drive.
  • Gettysburg Visit Eisenhower Farm and tour the battlefield with a local guide.
  • Philadelphia Relive the past at Philadelphia's National Constitution Center and see the Liberty Bell.


Dining Highlights

  • A welcome drink hosted by your Tour Director
  • 7 full breakfasts
  • 2 three-course dinners in hotels
  • 1 specialty dinner at a hotel in Williamsburg
10 meals in total  (see day-by-day itinerary)

First Class Travel Highlights

  • The services of one of Trafalgar's professional Tour Directors on tour.
  • Travel on Trafalgar's luxury air-conditioned motorcoaches with reclining seats and restroom facilities.
  • You'll stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges, baggage handling fees (one suitcase per person) and local taxes.
  • A stylish travel bag and wallet containing tour documents and helpful information.


ITINERARY


Day 1 - Arrive Washington DC (2 nights)
Arrive in Washington DC, the nation's capital. A complimentary transfer is provided to your Trafalgar hotel. Your Tour Director will be at the hotel this afternoon to welcome you and answer any questions.
Hotel: Marriott Wardman Park, Capital Hilton / Hilton Washington (2 nights)

Day 2 - Washington DC sightseeing & at leisure
This morning we tour Washington viewing the city's most famous landmarks, including the White House, Washington Monument and the Mall. We stop at the World War II and Lincoln Memorials. Then we visit Arlington National Cemetery and learn more about the final resting place of the nation's heroes on a narrated tour onboard the Tourmobile. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore this fascinating city. (Full Breakfast)

Day 3 - Washington DC – Mount Vernon – Yorktown – Colonial Williamsburg (2 nights)
Today we visit the home of George Washington, Mount Vernon, which overlooks the Potomac River. Later, Revolutionary War history comes alive as we visit the Yorktown Victory Center. Then we step further back into America's British colonial period, arriving in Williamsburg for our two-night stay. This evening enjoy a welcome drink followed by a special Virginia colonial dinner. (Full Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)
Hotel: Crowne Plaza Hotel Williamsburg at Fort Magruder (2 nights)

Day 4 - Jamestown sightseeing – Williamsburg
Today we venture to Jamestown, home of the first permanent English settlement in America, founded in 1607 by colonists seeking a new beginning in the New World. We spend the remainder of the day soaking in the sights and sounds of Colonial Williamsburg. Step back into the 18th century as you stroll along the Duke of Gloucester Street where the townspeople, adorned in period costume, go about their daily lives in faithfully restored shops, taverns and homes. (Full Breakfast)

Day 5 - Williamsburg – Monticello – Shenandoah National Park
We travel to Richmond, once the capital of the Confederacy. We'll see the State Capitol and the famous St. John's Church where Patrick Henry cried out the phrase "Give me liberty or give me death." From here we continue into the rolling hills of Virginia's countryside to Monticello, the beautiful home of President Thomas Jefferson. This afternoon we drive into the Blue Ridge Mountains, following the scenic Skyline Drive of Shenandoah National Park. (Full Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Big Meadows Lodge

Day 6 - Shenandoah – Gettysburg
This morning we'll see the town of Harper's Ferry, site of abolitionist John Brown’s raid which ignited the early flames of the Civil War. Next we reach the town of Gettysburg and tour the nearby farm of President Dwight D. Eisenhower. Tonight we are joined at our optional dinner by a special guest from the Civil War era. (Full Breakfast)
Hotel: Gettysburg Hotel

Day 7 - Gettysburg – Amish Country – Philadelphia
This morning we tour the Gettysburg National Military Park with a local guide. Then we’re off to Lancaster County in the heart of the Pennsylvania Dutch countryside, the land of the Amish. We'll explore the rich farmlands and learn more about these people who eschew modern life. Next we arrive in Philadelphia. This evening we enjoy a farewell dinner at our hotel. (Full Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Courtyard Marriott Downtown

Day 8 - Philadelphia – Depart Washington DC
After breakfast, we enjoy an orientation tour of Philadelphia. We visit the award-winning National Constitution Center, the first ever museum dedicated to the US Constitution. Next we visit Independence National Historical Park, home of the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall where the Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776. Later we return to Washington DC where a complimentary transfer is provided to Dulles International and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airports and to the Washington DC hotel for passengers extending their stay. (Full Breakfast)

Please do not schedule flights before 5.30pm from Dulles International or 6.30pm from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airports.


 
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On all tours round trip arrival and departure transfers are included on the arrival and departure day of your tour. Should you arrive or depart at other times, Trafalgar is pleased to offer inexpensive transfers via scheduled shuttle service or mini van. Please ask at the time of confirming your reservation for these services to be booked.

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  • Over 55 years of escorted touring experience 
  • Over 200 worldwide itineraries to choose from 
  • The world’s most experienced Tour Directors
  • Great value - you'd pay approximately 40% more if you planned the same vacation on your own
  • Hassle free vacations - you don't have to worry about car rentals or booking accommodation 
  • No anxiety over hotel check-in or carrying heavy luggage
  • You'll experience all the 'must see' attractions without the long lines
  • Conveniently located hotels
  • Perfectly balanced vacations, with just the right amount of planned activities and free time
  • Most breakfasts and many sumptuous dinners are included in the price of your tour 
  • Traveling alone? Take advantage of our Room Mate Matching Service
  • Modern and comfortable fleet of coaches
  • Choose from a number of optional excursions to enhance your trip
  • Great special offers
  • 98% satisfaction rating from past guests and over 50% return, year after year 
On Tour

While on tour we want you to relax, unwind and enjoy your vacation. So the best way of assuring your peace of mind, is to take care of everything for you.

While you are our guest you don’t have the stress of finding airport shuttles or transport, giving tips for hotel porterage, buying sightseeing tickets or even waiting in lines. We’ve covered everything. 

Which is why you really can ... Dream. Pack, and Leave the rest to us. 

Tour Directors



Our Tour Directors are the finest in the industry. They are experienced travelers, learned historians and culture buffs. Their expertise and years of travel make them the world's best travel professionals. They are the ideal personal guides and can be relied upon for their good humor and adventurous natures. Through their in-depth expertise, you'll discover the history and be immersed in cultures of the places you visit.

Your Tour Directors can help interpret, steer you towards the best bargains and give you those pieces of information that can make your vacation truly memorable. Whether it's the best shops for watches in Switzerland or arranging a gondola ride in Venice, they can be relied upon to help. They are there to make things smoother, more interesting and ultimately more enjoyable. They are your friend in an unfamiliar place.
 

Dining



Eating is one of the best parts of any vacation and Trafalgar makes sure that no matter which part of the world you're traveling to, your tastebuds get the full cullinary experience.
 

Trafalgar's First Class, Europe 
While on tour in Europe you'll be treated to continental style buffet breakfasts with fruit juice, cold meats and cheese, cereals, bread rolls, preserves and tea or coffee. When making your way through the English or Irish countryside enjoy cooked breakfasts of bacon, sausage, egg, tomatoes, mushrooms and more. On some evenings you’ll enjoy 3-course meals specially prepared by your hotel's Chef - all included in the tour price.

Trafalgar's First Class, Exclusive Dinner Highlights
If you are our guest on a tour for longer than a week, you'll be treated to speciality dinners at selected restaurants, featuring delicious regional cuisine. Enjoy a traditional ‘roast beef and Yorkshire pud’ in an English pub, sample a true Scandinavian smorgasbord or be served mouth-watering pasta dishes in an Italian trattoria. These exclusive Dinner Highlights are more than meals, they are unforgettable experiences.

Trafalgar's CostSaver, Europe
When traveling on a CostSaver tour through Europe, you will enjoy continental breakfasts. Start your day with croissants, rolls, preserves and tea or coffee. In Britain you'll tuck into fully cooked breakfasts, while in Scandanavia, Germany and Holland there are enhanced buffet style breakfasts. Included dinners are set 3-course menus planned by your hotel’s Chef to reflect a taste of Europe. 

Worldwide Destinations
When on a Trafalgar tour to global destinations outside of Europe, you will be treated to some breakfasts, lunches and dinners. You can also look forward to our Exclusive Dinner Highlights. When traveling in Australia, it could be a tropical buffet on-board a catamaran. Or when touring China it may be a Dynasty Banquet and cultural evening in the ancient city of Xi’an. Each dining experience has its own local flavors and delights. Please check your brochure itinerary tour pages for exact details. 
 

Accommodations



A good night's sleep and a comfortable place to relax are invaluable when on vacation. All Trafalgar Hotels are carefully selected so you'll enjoy comfortable rooms and quality amenities. 

From arrival to departure, your Tour Director will take care of your check-in and check-out, as well as porterage service for your luggage.

To ensure you have complete peace of mind your travel documentation includes the contact details for each of your hotels, so friends and relatives can easily stay in touch. 
 

Trafalgar’s First Class Hotels, Europe
Be our guest on a Trafalgar First Class holiday in Europe and you’ll stay at some of the most respected hotel chains in the world, including Accor, Hilton, Westin, Marriott, Renaissance, Sheraton and Radisson. These hotels are rated First Class, Superior First Class or Deluxe. Convenient hotel locations put you close to shops, sights, restaurants and landmarks.

We believe our guests should always be well taken care of, so most of our chosen hotels include satellite or cable TV, mini-bar, room service, concierge, restaurant and bar, swimming pool, laundry and dry cleaning services.

Trafalgar's First Class hotels include:

    * Copthorne Tara, London - close to Harrod's
    * Hilton, Paris - beside the Eiffel Tower
    * Mercure Colosseum, Rome - near the Colosseum
    * Intercontinental, Budapest
    * Panorama hotel, Amalfi Coast, Italy
 

Trafalgar’s CostSaver Hotels, Europe
Enjoy a stay at one of Trafalgar’s CostSaver hotels and you’ll be guaranteed a stay at a Superior Tourist Class or First Class hotel. Your room will have a private bathroom or shower and many will also have satellite TV.

Trafalgar's CostSaver hotels include:

    * Timhotel Tour Eiffel, France, Paris
    * Luzernerhof, Lucerne, Switzerland
    * Hotel Holiday, Mestre, Venice
    * Expo, Barcelona, Spain

Worldwide Accommodation
As a guest on a Trafalgar Tour to Australia, New Zealand, USA, Canada, China or South America you will enjoy stays at carefully selected hotels. All accomodation is chosen for its high standards of service, comfort and amenties. You will be guaranteed a stay at either a First Class or Superior First Class hotel as well as unique landmark hotels. All rooms are twin-bedded with private facilties.

Here are some examples of the hotels you may stay at while on tour:

Australia and New Zealand

    * Desert Gardens Hotel, Ayers Rock
    * Radisson Treetops Resort, Port Douglas
    * Crowne Plaza Darling Harbour, Sydney
    * Franz Josef Glazier Hotel, New Zealand

China

    * King Wing Hot Spring Hotel, Beijing 
 

South America

    * Excelsior Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro
    * Guanavenas Pousada Lodge, Amazon Jungle
 

Optional Excursions



Our well planned tours include so much, but we believe it is important for you to be able to personalize your Trafalgar experience. Our many optional excursions ensure that you don’t pay for activities you aren’t interested in, so you only do what you enjoy most. 

These excursions are purchased on tour from your Tour Director and are priced in local currencies for the destination you are visiting. Here is a selection:

  • Indulge in an evening with Champagne in true French style at the famous Cabaret, 'Le Moulin Rouge'
  • Listen to a classical music concert in a Vienna Palace, featuring the works of Strauss and Mozart 
  • Visit Warwick Castle, where you'll explore England's greatest medieval castle 
  • Enjoy a romantic gondola serenade along the canals in Venice
  • Be dazzled by a spectacular Russian ballet performance in the great city of Moscow
  • Savour the delicacies of up to seventeen dishes at the “Sea Palace” floating restaurant in Amsterdam
  • Enjoy a horse and carriage ride in the magnificent Tyrol Valley near Innsbruck
  • Take a thrilling helicopter ride in the Canadian Rockies
  • Bargain like a local and check out native handicrafts whilst on the Mexican Tijuana Shopping Tour
  • Feast on a New Orleans Jazz dinner whilst cruising the Mississippi River on a paddle wheel steamer
  • Tantalize your tastebuds with exclusive wine tasting in Sydney's Hunter Valley

  • Journey on camel back from Alice Springs to Todd River, where you'll enjoy a 3-course Outback Dinner 
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