Itinerary
Gettysburg & Washington D.C.
Historic Adventures
Exploring Gettysburg & Washington DC
Washington, D.C. stands as the top destination for student travel. Schools nationwide annually flock to our nation’s capital, drawn by its profound educational value and seamless integration of curriculum with real-world experiences. Immerse yourself deeply in history and culture.
4 Days
Trip Highlights
- Gettysburg National Military Park
- Arlington Cemetery
- U.S. Capitol
- Smithsonian-Natural History Museum
- George Washington’s Mount Vernon
Itinerary
Explore Day by Day
Day 1 : Welcome to Gettysburg
Trip Check-In
Trip Departure
Bring Sack Breakfast from Home
Lunch at Somerset/Midway
Gettysburg National Military Park Visitors Center
The Civil War Museum tells the entire story of the Civil War, including the battle of Gettysburg, with remarkable realism. The on-site gift shop is a popular souvenir stop for touring student groups.
2 Hour Gettysburg Battlefield Tour Licensed Guide-for each bus
This is led by a licensed guide. Learn little known facts about one of the greatest battles of the Civil War and famous events that were part of history such as such as Pickett’s Charge and Little Round Top.
Dinner at Smokey Glen Farm
Smokey Glen DJ & Games
Outdoor games and activities
Depart for Hotel
All Students in Rooms
Nighttime Security 10:30pm-5:30am
Day 2 : Iconic Landmarks in Washington DC
Breakfast at Hotel
George Washington’s Mount Vernon
Self-Guided Visit w/ Mansion Tour
National Museum of US Army
Lunch at Springfield Town Center
Full Day Guided Tour
Visit Arlington Cemetery
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Wreath Laying Ceremony
Guided Tour of Memorials
Dinner at Ronald Reagan
Illuminated Memorial Tour
All Students in Rooms
Nighttime Security 10:30pm-5:30am
Day 3 : Capital Explorations and Smithsonian Wonders
Breakfast at Hotel
Begin Lining up for Capitol Photo
Group Photo on Capitol Steps
Pre-order photo upon trip sign-up
U.S. Capitol Tour
Pending availability
Lunch on the Mall or US Capitol
Washington National Cathedral
Smithsonian of Choice
Air & Space, American, or Natural History
Visit Jefferson-White House Photo
Dinner at Pentagon City Mall
Visit Pentagon Memorial
Visit Kennedy Center Hall of Flags
Rooftop view of Washington DC
All Students in Rooms
Nighttime Security 10:30pm-5:30am
Day 4 : Journey’s End
Breakfast at Hotel
Depart Hotel
Visit Flight 93 Memorial
Box Lunch – New Stanton Travel Plaza
Rest Stops Enroute
Trip Returns
Dinner
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