In Freedom's Footsteps: Philadelphia to Washington, DC
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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 – Private presentation on slavery & plantation life by Dr. Leni Sorensen
TAUCK EXCLUSIVE – Early-opening private tour of the Museum of the American Revolution
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Visits to such iconic national historic sites as Independence Hall, Monticello, Mount Vernon, Harper's Ferry, Gettysburg, Washington, DC's National Mall monuments and more
Private guided tour of Virginia's historic State Capitol building
Activity
2
Guests should be able to easily walk one to two miles, which may include climbing one or two flights of stairs and walking over uneven pavement, groomed hiking trails or cobblestones. Standing up to one hour or more may be required.
Pace
2
Moderately paced, and may include some early morning hotel departures, one or two on-tour flights, and extended motor coach travel.
Legendary Journeys and Adventures
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.
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Upgrade to the Williamsburg Inn in Williamsburg (GBP):
Double – £220; Single – £420; Triples – N/A
A Tauck Exclusive upgrade option to a limited number of rooms at the Williamsburg Inn (nights 6 and 7, limited availability) is available at an additional cost per person as detailed below; ask at booking for details.
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Great Itinerary by Tauck that provides a real understanding of our early days as a Country. Tour Director extremely knowledgeable, organized, and personable. Would have enjoyed having some time to see the Town of Gettsburg in addition to the Battlefield. Sofitel in Philadelphia far below usual Tauck standards, cleaning/renovation needed
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Washington D.C. Monuments provide very moving experience. Willard Hotel a wonderful home base for seeing D.C. The Trip in total is another wonderful Tauck experience.
The tour goes back and forth in history from the Revolutionary War to the Civil War. The Independence Hall tour was outstanding. We spent too little time visiting Amish and Gettysburg. Absolutely try to upgrade to the incredible Williamsburg Inn Hotel. I loved every aspect of the tour. The bus rides were relatively short. Lots of free time.
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The visit to Gettysburg Battlefield was the most memorable moment. One should absolutely watch Ken Burns' video about the war (or any other 100s of other videos) before arriving at the battle field. We had a foggy morning which simulated the effects of gun smoke. My only regret was the tour did not spend more time on the battlefield.
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