George Washington's Mount Vernon and Old Town Alexandria Day Tour from Washington D.C.
George Washington's Mount Vernon and Old Town Alexandria Day Tour from Washington D.C.
Highlights
• Discover the house of former President Washington
• Explore the historic neighborhood of Old Town Alexandria
• Visit the National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial and get a closer look at the headquarters of the US Department of Defense, the Pentagon
Itinerary
Join us as we take a trip to Virginia! We will discover from the outside view of the Pentagon, the U.S. Department of Defense. In front of the Pentagon, it’s the National 911 Pentagon Memorial. Then, we will head to George Washington’s Mount Vernon. In the afternoon, we will drive to the Old Town Alexandria for free activities. The atmosphere of the old city is quite different from that of Washington, DC. In the old town, you can enjoy the sunshine, vibrant colors, street music, and unique foods.
【Itinerary】
Washington D.C. → The Pentagon (20 mins) → George Washington's Mount Vernon (180 mins, ticket included) → Self Guided Tour Old Town Alexandria (90 mins) → Washington D.C.
The Pentagon
The Pentagon is the headquarters building of the United States Department of Defense. Located in Arlington County, Virginia, across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C., the building was designed by American architect George Bergstrom and built by contractor John McShain. The Pentagon is the world's largest office building and has five sides, five floors above ground, two basement levels, and five ring corridors per floor. The Pentagon is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a National Historic Landmark.
George Washington's Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon is the former home of George Washington. George Washington was a revolutionary war hero, Founding Father, and the first president of the United States. His former estate has been turned into a museum that examines his unique life. Take a look at it with us today to see what makes this place so unique.
Old Town Alexandria
Located just minutes from Washington, D.C. on the Potomac River waterfront and named a Top 3 Best Small City in the U.S. 2019 by the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards, the #1 Best Value U.S. Travel Destination 2018 by Money magazine, and one of the South’s Prettiest Cities 2018 by Southern Living. Alexandria delights travelers from all over the world. A nationally designated historic district founded in 1749 that George Washington called home, Old Town Alexandria has more than 200 independent restaurants and boutiques alongside historic museums and so much more! Old Town’s cobblestone streets and red brick sidewalks attracts everyone from all around the United States. At the heart of it all is King Street, a walkable mile recognized as one of the “Great Streets” of America.
Visiting Attractions
The Pentagon
Mount Vernon
Historic Old Town Alexandria
Meeting & Transfer Info
08:00 AM | Washington D.C.
Shakespeare Theatre 610 F Street NW, Washington D.C.
07:30 AM | Virginia
Dental Office 7787 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA 22043
What’s Included
- Ground transportation (The type of vehicle used will base on the number of guests on the day. 7-seat SUV; Minivan; motorcoach)
- Professional bilingual driver and guide (or driver-guide)
- Attraction tickets: George Washington's Mount Vernon
- Service Fee for tour guide/bus driver (Min. $12.00/day/person)
- Airfares or related transportation between your home and departure city
- All personal expenses including hotel room service and meals; however, you have the option to pay for meals the tour guide arranges
- Entrance fees & optional tours (Prices vary from season to season; only the price at the ticket booth / box office is final)
Special Notes
- Customer under 18 years old MUST be accompanied by at least one adult.
- Please be sure to provide accurate and complete information upon booking. This includes name, gender, valid contact information (preferably a mobile phone), accurate tour location, etc., This helps to avoid any errors upon the reservation because errors affect travel. Any losses due to inaccurate or invalid information will be at your own cost and the company will not be held responsible.
- This tour does not accept any City Pass or your own tickets for any of the attractions. Tour attraction admission charges and meal expenses are subject to change at any time without notification. Any purchased ticket cannot be refunded for lower prices.
- During the actual trip, the tour guide or driver has the right to appropriately adjust the tour sequence, stay time or assembly time of scenic spots according to the weather, traffic, and other conditions to ensure the smooth progress of the trip.
- If the scenic spots are temporarily closed or closed on a particular holiday, etc., the tour guide will adjust the appearance according to the actual situation or replace the location with another scenic spot to ensure the richness of the itinerary. The opening hours and capacity limits of certain attractions and national parks will be subject to change from time to time due to the COVID-19 pandemic. When the operating hours and capacity restrictions have an impact on the itinerary, it shall be regarded as force majeure. Thank you for your understanding.
- Children under the age of 8 require a booster seat in order to participate in the tour group. The local operator provides the rental service for $10.00/person/day. Please make a request when booking the itinerary so that we may have the booster seat ready in advance. Please understand that the violations and fines are borne by the guests themselves. There is no need for a booster seat for bus travel on the day of travel, and the fee can be refunded to the guest.
- Normal health conditions are required to participate and enjoy our full itineraries. Contact us for specific policies or information regarding passengers with disabilities who do need to provide advance notification to make a reservation. The local operator does not guarantee a wheelchair lift-equipped bus and/or seating availability to disabled passengers without prior notification and approval.
- We may alter these terms and conditions from time to time and post the new version on our website. It is your responsibility to check the Terms and Conditions on our website regularly and prior to making a reservation. Unless specifically stated otherwise herein or required by law, we shall not be liable for any consequential, compensatory, indirect, incidental or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with the performance of its obligations under these terms and conditions.
- The maximal waiting time for any late passengers is 10 minutes beyond the meeting time announced by the Tour Guide. While the local operator makes every effort to provide on-time service, it does not guarantee to arrive at or depart from any point.as a specific time, which may be affected by any number of factors including weather, traffic, strikes, government shutdowns, war or terrorist attacks, or mechanical prob- lems. We are not liable for any inconvenience or expense caused as a result of such a delay, not liable for the expense of connecting air or train or bus service missed as a result of a delay and not liable for any other travel expense caused as a result of a dela.
- We reserve the right, when operating conditions require, transferring passengers from one vehicle to another en route.
- The following documents are recommended to make your check-in process smooth: A valid photo ID is required to board the bus; We recommend you bring a copy of the email confirmation to board the bus.
- This product is a group activity. If you choose to leave the group, please inform in advance, and obtain the consent of the tour guide. You need to sign the departure agreement form and the unfinished part will be regarded as your own abandonment. The group fee will not be refunded.
- Gift items in the itinerary that cannot be given away due to force majeure factors such as traffic and weather conditions or personal reasons may be subject to change. Please understand that the fees will not be refunded.
- Smoking is prohibited aboard the bus in accordance with the law.
- Pets and animals are not allowed on the vehicle.
Please Note:
1. Guests are not allowed to use a CITY PASS, NATIONAL PARK PASS and admission ticket purchased by themselves to join the sightseeing attractions included in this tour.
2. Guests who do use a CITY PASS, NATIONAL PARK PASS or admission ticket purchased by themselves, will not be offered the transportation service for that day, and will possible need to pay a penalty fee. Please consult your tour guide for details.
Language: This tour is escorted by a professional bilingual tour guide and/or driver guide (English/Chinese). Tours and/or languages may be combined to operate this tour depending on the number of passengers who have booked a particular departure.
Bus Arrangement: Passengers on the same reservation will be arranged on the same bus unless stated otherwise. If you wish to be on the same bus as another party /an existing reservation, please note your request with the reservation number in the comment section on the checkout page or notify us at least 24 hours prior to tour departure.
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The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.
Yellow Fever Vaccination Requirement: If you have traveled to or transited through yellow fever-endemic regions including East African countries (excluding Tanzania) or South American countries, either before or after your trip, you may be required to present a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate. This requirement can apply not only for joining tours but also for certain flights or entry into specific countries. For more details, please refer to the official site: Yellow Fever Risk Areas - Fit for Travel
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