Travel from New York to Washington, D.C. on a one-way intercity journey that blends efficient transportation with meaningful sightseeing along the route. This experience is designed for travelers moving between cities who want more than a standard transfer. Along the way, stop in Philadelphia to explore Independence National Historical Park, where the foundations of American history were shaped. Continue to Washington, D.C., with optional opportunities to visit the U.S. Capitol and National Archives, as well as see iconic landmarks including the White House, Lincoln Memorial, and Vietnam Veterans Memorial. This one-way travel experience is ideal for travelers heading to Washington, D.C. who ...
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Travel with expert drivers and guides or driver-guide for a smooth, insightful journey
Ride in comfortable, professionally maintained vehicles, chosen based on the number of guests
White House+Lincoln Memorial+Vietnam Veterans Memorial+U.S. Capitol + The National Archives In-depth Tour -If option "All Tickets Inclusive" selected
Personal expenses and items not listed under "cost includes" are at your discretion
White House+Lincoln Memorial+Vietnam Veterans Memorial+U.S. Capitol + The National Archives In-depth Tour -If option "All Tickets Inclusive" not selected
Meals, Food and Drinks
Gratuities (15%–20% recommended)
Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For 1-Day Tour Customers, you must contact the tour operator at least 3 days prior to the departure date to provide the pick-up location. If no information is received by the deadline, the default pick-up location and time will be automatically assigned: 04:00am at Manhattan: Red Lobster, Times Square-5 Times Sq #5, New York, NY 10036
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Travelers under 18 must be with an adult. Pregnant travelers allowed if under 24 weeks.
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Tour duration includes visit times, travel, traffic, and driving between locations.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Items | Intercity Tour from NYC to DC via Philadelphia
Itinerary
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New York City
Today, we'll drive to Philadelphia, the City of Brotherly Love, to visit Independence Historical Park and witness the history of American independence. We'll then travel to Washington, D.C., the political center of the United States. Home to the White House and Congress, it's also home to numerous museums and is a renowned tourist destination.
Itinerary:
New York → Philadelphia → Independence National Historical Park (30 mins) → Washington D.C. → U.S. Capitol In-depth Tour + The National Archives (Optional, inside visit U.S. Capitol & The National Archives + outside visit Supreme Court of the United States & Library of Congress, 120 mins) → outside visit White House+ Lincoln Memorial + Vietnam Veterans Memorial (optional, 60 mins)
Total duration of the entire trip: 8 hours
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New York City
Special Notes:
1. If unable to enter U.S. Capitol, the attraction will be replaced with the Washington D.C. In-depth Tour (optional). Washington D.C. In-depth Tour itinerary: Air Force Memorial (20 mins)→ Thomas Jefferson Memorial(20 mins) → World War II Memorial (20 mins)
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Independence National Historical Park
Independence National Historical Park
Philadelphia is a land that witnessed the independence and birth of the United States. The National Independence Historical Park, built in the spirit of the American War of Independence, contains some historical buildings related to the American Revolution and the founding of the country. It is known as "the most historic square mile in the United States." In the park, you can see the Independence Square surrounded by green trees, the towering milky white clock tower, and the bronze statues of the founding heroes standing on the lawn. The overall atmosphere here makes people feel solemn and dignified.
30 minutes
4
U.S. Capitol
U.S. Capitol In-depth Tour + The National Archives (Optional, inside visit U.S. Capitol & The National Archives + outside visit Supreme Court of the United States & Library of Congress, 120 mins)
US Capitol
As the political center of the United States, Washington has many iconic political and cultural landscapes, such as the Capitol Building and the U.S. Supreme Court. Congress is composed of the Senate and the House of Representatives, and is the highest symbol of a government owned by the people, governed by the people, and enjoyed by the people. As an important landmark building in the United States, the Capitol Building has accompanied the United States through a difficult and tortuous road.
The National Archives
The National Archives houses precious documents, photographs, and video footage from various periods of American history. Among its most notable collections are the original parchment manuscripts of the founding documents, drafted at the founding of the nation in 1776.
2 hours
5
White House Visitors Center
outside visit White House+ Lincoln Memorial + Vietnam Veterans Memorial (optional, 60 mins)
The White House
The White House is a white neoclassical sandstone building covering an area of more than 73,000 square meters.
Lincoln Memorial
The Lincoln Memorial is a white ancient Greek temple-style building built to commemorate the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln.
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
The Vietnam Veterans Memorial is located north of the Lincoln Memorial. It is a 500-foot-long V-shaped monument made of black granite.
Travel from New York to Washington, D.C. on a one-way intercity journey that blends efficient transportation with meaningful sightseeing along the route. This experience is designed for travelers moving between cities who want more than a standard transfer. Along the way, stop in Philadelphia to explore Independence National Historical Park, where the foundations of American history were shaped. Continue to Washington, D.C., with optional opportunities to visit the U.S. Capitol and National Archives, as well as see iconic landmarks including the White House, Lincoln Memorial, and Vietnam Veterans Memorial. This one-way travel experience is ideal for travelers heading to Washington, D.C. who ...
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Travel with expert drivers and guides or driver-guide for a smooth, insightful journey
Ride in comfortable, professionally maintained vehicles, chosen based on the number of guests
White House+Lincoln Memorial+Vietnam Veterans Memorial+U.S. Capitol + The National Archives In-depth Tour -If option "All Tickets Inclusive" selected
Personal expenses and items not listed under "cost includes" are at your discretion
White House+Lincoln Memorial+Vietnam Veterans Memorial+U.S. Capitol + The National Archives In-depth Tour -If option "All Tickets Inclusive" not selected