Mount Vernon & Alexandria: Private Day Trip from Washington DC
- Duration8 hours
- Max Travelers6 people
- CategoryBus Tours, Car Tours
Overview
Enjoy a private full-day trip to Mount Vernon and Alexandria from Washington DC and discover the home of America’s first president, George Washington granted to him by his great-grandfather, John Washington, with a 500-acre estate, and explore his hometown nearby Alexandria, famous for its colonial history and association with the founding fathers.
Meet your guide and driver at your hotel and set off to Mount Vernon, your first stop. Mount Vernon is a sprawling 18th-century palladian mansion set on 500 acres of plantation land. After a guided tour of the mansion house, enjoy an immersive 4D video experience at the Revolutionary War Theater at the Education Center next door.
After, visit the historic town of Alexandria, where you will have a fascinating walking tour as you learn all about the American Revolution.
Finally, hop in your private car for your return trip towards DC!
What's included
Mount Vernon Mansion, Museum and grounds admission tickets
Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
Private transportation including hotel pick-up and drop-off from your centrally located hotel
A friendly, professional English-speaking tour guide for your own private group
What's Not included
Cost of lunch, and all food/drink
Gratuities
Itinerary
Enjoy a private full-day trip to Mount Vernon and Alexandria from Washington DC. nnExplore Mount Vernon, declared a National Historic Landmark in 1960, home and resting place of America's first president, George Washington.nnImmerse yourself in the lives of the US first President and learn all about the history of Washington's 500-acre estate, which was not only his beloved house where he lived until his death, but the source of much of his wealth. Learn all about his life, and the history of his era while exploring this Founding Fatheru2019s home.
Take a drive to Alexandria from Mount Vernon, and take a stroll down Old Town Alexandria, characterised by 18th-century townhouses and cobblestone streets.nnHere, you will have a lunch break (price not included).
Walk along King Street, where your guide will happily show you some of the best local eateries. Learn all about Alexandria, a designated historic district, an architecture lover's dream destination with Georgian, Victorian and Mid-Century style structures.
Visit Christ Church, built in the 18th century in an English country style, where notable literary figures attended services and were buried.
Good to know
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.