2-Day Princeton Philadelphia Washington D-C- Tour (NY NJ Departure) (DC2)

2-Day Princeton Philadelphia Washington D-C- Tour (NY NJ Departure) (DC2)

Itinerary will be change in the winter due to certain attraction close for winter.

1. Visit the capital of USA—Washington DC, go inside of US Capitol, and take pictures with the Supreme Court and Library of Congress.

2. Two Days in Washington DC, more time to discover the city.

3. Be on the top of Philadelphia—One Liberty Observation.

4. Taking National Ferry Cruise of Washington DC for sightseeing the city.

5. Taking photos with all 44 presidents in USA by visiting Madame Tussauds DC.

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Itinerary

Day 1: Philadelphia → Washington D.C

Pass By: Philadelphia, Philadelphia, New York
(All day schedule) In the morning, we will head for Philadelphia where known as the birthplace of American democracy. At last, we will visit memorials, museums, and Americana characterize this historic city.

Itinerary:

Philadelphia → Philadelphia Double Decker Tour (Optional, 60 mins) → Independence National Historical Park, The Philadelphia Congress Hall (Inside visit), Independence Hall (Outside visit) and Liberty Bell (Inside Visit) (Optional, 100 mins) → Philadelphia One Liberty Observation Deck (Optional, 50 mins) → Hotel → Washington D.C. Night Tour (Optional, 100 mins, including World War II Memorial, Washington Monument, Air Force Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, Outside visit The Pentagon)

Special Notes:

1. The Philadelphia Congress Hall will be closed on the following days: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents' Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day.

2. Liberty Bell will be closed on the following days: Christmas Day.

Pass By: Independence National Historical Park, 143 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106-2818
This National Historical Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania serves as a way of preserving important Revolutionary War sites for future generations. Called "America's most historic square mile," this 55-acre park in the "Old City" district is not to be missed.

Stop At: Liberty Bell Center, 6th Street Between Market and Chestnut Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19106
(Inside Visit) (Optional, 100 mins) One of Philadelphia's most famous landmarks, Independence Hall in Independence National Historical Park is the location where both the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution were debated, written, and ratified by the Founding Fathers of the USA.
Duration: 1 hour 40 minutes

Stop At: One Liberty Observation Deck, 1650 Market St Suite 5700, Philadelphia, PA 19103-7301
(Optional) At One Liberty Observation Deck, the sky isn't the limit. It's the main event. Discover all the attractions in Philadelphia right from the Philadelphia skyline. And don't forget a camera. When it comes to places to take pictures in Philadelphia, our viewtiful sights are second to none. Looking for things to do in Philly at night? See the city light up like never before right from our observation deck.
Duration: 50 minutes

Pass By: Independence Hall, Chestnut Street between 5th and 6th Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Independence Hall
(Outside visit)One of Philadelphia's most famous landmarks, Independence Hall in Independence National Historical Park is the location where both the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution were debated, written, and ratified by the Founding Fathers of the USA.

Stop At: Philadelphia Sightseeing Tours, 21 S 5th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
(Optional) Philadelphia Double Decker Tour
Our London-style double-decker buses add the perfect touch to your journey. Guests will ride aboard a genuine open-top double-decker bus giving them unobstructed views and an amazing experience. We will pass by Philadelphia City Hall, Philadelphia History Museum, and other iconic sites, seeing Philadelphia from above!
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: World War II Memorial Information, Washington, DC 20245, USA
(Optional, 100 mins, including World War II Memorial, Washington Monument, Air Force Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, Outside visit The Pentagon)
Washington D.C. night tour
Ride a coach past major landmarks on this night bus tour of Washington, D.C. Hop off at Air Force Memorial, and enjoy a great view of The Pentagon and the city from the top. Then visit the Capitol Reflecting Pool for the majestic night look of the Capitol and admire the glow of the Thomas Jefferson Memorial in the Tidal Basin. Take a last stop at the magnificent World War II Memorial while gazing at the floodlit Lincoln Memorial. After this amazing sightseeing tour with by our professional guides, you’ll understand why the nation’s capital is considered one of the world’s most beautiful cities at night.
Duration: 1 hour 40 minutes

Stop At: Congress Hall, Center City East, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
(Inside visit) Philadelphia Congress Hall
Home of the United States Congress when Philadelphia served as the nation's capital from 1790 to 1800. During Congress Hall's duration as the capitol of the United States, the country admitted three new states, Vermont, Kentucky, and Tennessee; ratified the Bill of Rights of the United States Constitution; and oversaw the 2nd Presidential inaugurations of both George Washington (his second) and John Adams.
Duration: 15 minutes

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at Comfort Inn Capital Beltway, Holiday inn Gaithersburg or equivalent

Day 2: Washington D.C. (Visit Inside of U.S. Capitol) → New York

Stop At: U.S. Capitol, East Capitol St NE & First St SE, Washington DC, DC 20004
(Optional, 120 mins )
U.S. Capitol In-depth Tour
including guided tour of the U.S. Capitol (Inside visit), Supreme Court of the United States (Outside visit) & Library of Congress (Outside visit).

The United States Capitol is among the most symbolically important and architecturally impressive buildings in the nation. It has housed the meeting chambers of the House of Representatives and the Senate for two centuries. Enjoy a guided tour with our professional escort seeing the U.S. Capitol as well as taking in some great views of the Supreme Court Building and Library of Congress from outside.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Newseum, 555 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington DC, DC 20001-2114
This interactive museum details the history of journalism, news, and media. Established in 1997, it is located in a sleek, modern building filled with multiple theaters and exhibits. It is also where Al Jazeera America has its studios.


Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

Stop At: International Spy Museum, 700 L'Enfant Plaza SW, Washington DC, DC 20024
Dedicated to all things espionage, the International Spy Museum houses exhibits and collections that detail the history of spying. It features many informative films and interactive activities, like Spy in the City, GPS-based scavenger hunt.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Potomac River, Washington DC, DC
(Optional) DC Sightseeing Cruise
The Potomac River runs along Washington, DC, the capital city of the United States of America. Visitors to this famous locale can opt to see many of the area's most historic landmarks and memorials in a unique way.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: White House, 1600 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington DC, DC 20500
The White House
(Outside visit, 20 mins)The world-famous White House in Washington, DC is the official residence of the president of the United States and the place where most of the work is done. The facade of this neoclassical mansion is a global icon.
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Madame Tussauds DC, 1001 F St NW, Washington DC, DC 20004-1409
(Optional) Madame Tussaud's President Gallery
The Washington, DC arm of this worldwide phenomenon is a sight to behold. Amazingly and sometimes eerily lifelike figures line the halls of this art museum in the form of celebrities and politicians both famous and infamous.
Duration: 50 minutes

Stop At: 2 Lincoln Memorial Cir NW, Washington DC, DC 20037
Lincoln Memorial
This iconic American monument honors the 16th president of the United States. Abraham Lincoln was president during the American Civil War and is most famous for the Emancipation Proclamation that freed all of the slaves in the US.
Duration: 40 minutes

Pass By: Washington DC, Washington DC, District of Columbia
(All day schedule) Today we continue to visit the hub for American politics and history. Visit inside of the US Capitol with a professional tour guide. And later, we will visit the library of Congress (Outside Visit) and Supreme Court of the US (Outside Visit). Explore more culture and history by taking DC sightseeing cruise and more.

Itinerary：

Summer Itinerary: Apply when DC Sightseeing Cruise resumes

Lincoln Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial (40 mins) → White House (Outside visit, 20 mins) → U.S. Capitol In-depth Tour (Optional, 120 mins, include Supreme Court of the United States (Outside visit) & Library of Congress (Outside visit) ) → Madame Tussauds President Gallery (Optional, 50 mins) → DC Sightseeing Cruise (Optional, 60 mins)

We will also pass by: US Treasury Building (the architecture on the back of $10 dollar note), Washington Monument, etc.

Winter Itinerary: Apply when DC Sightseeing Cruise closes

Lincoln Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial (40 mins) → White House (Outside Visit, 20 mins) → U.S. Capitol In-depth Tour (Optional, 120 mins, include Supreme Court of the United States (Outside visit) & Library of Congress (Outside visit) ) → Madame Tussauds President Gallery (Optional, 50 mins) → Newseum (Optional, 75 mins, will be closed from 01/01/2020) OR National Museum of Natural History (Optional, 90 mins)

We will also pass by: US Treasury Building (the architecture on the back of $10 dollar note), Washington Monument, etc.

Special Notes:

1. DC Sightseeing Cruise is usually closed from Jan to Mar.

2. During the closure of U.S. Capitol, we will see the exterior of the building from outside. The Capitol Visitor Center is open to visitors from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday except for Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year's and on Inauguration Day.

3. Newseum will be removed from 01/01/2020 and National Museum of Natural History will be visited instead.

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.