11-Day Break

• Day 1 – Fly from Heathrow, Manchester or Glasgow to arrive New York City. Transfer to your hotel.
• Day 2 – New York City Day at leisure to enjoy all that New York City has to offer.
• Day 3 – New York City - Philadelphia - Strasburg We travel to Philadelphia where you will embark on a tour of the “Birthplace of a New Nation.” Highlights include a visit to the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. A stop is made at the Visitors Centre to view the movie "Independence" before departing for the Amish Country of Lancaster. D
• Day 4 – Amish lands Begin the day with a visit to Wheatland*, and enjoy a glimpse into the life of the United States' 15th President. Later, visit the Farmer's Market and Kitchen Kettle Complex before a local guide takes you on a tour of the Amish farmlands where you will learn about the fascinating history and traditions of the Amish people. Tonight enjoy dinner in the home of an Amish family, for an Amish feast** - a true highlight of your tour. ( B,D
• Day 5 – Gettysburg - Shenandoah Valley Journey to Gettysburg. Your local guide will bring to life the most decisive battle of the Civil War, the battle that changed a country. Later, behold amazing views of the Shenandoah Valley while travelling along the famous Skyline Drive. B,D
• Day 6 – Monticello - Williamsburg Today you visit Monticello, the beautiful home of Thomas Jefferson, the author of the Declaration of Independence and the 3rd President of the United States. This afternoon, you arrive in the historic town of Williamsburg. Tonight’s dinner in Colonial Williamsburg is at one of the famous taverns specialising in colonial fare. B,D
• Day 7 – Colonial Williamsburg Learn about the history of Colonial Williamsburg by viewing the movie, “Story of a Patriot,” and by touring the fabulous Governor’s Palace and Gardens. Discover this amazing land on your own and tour some of the 88 restored historic buildings. In each building a guide in period costume explains the Colonists' way of life. Tonight, you are at leisure to explore the area independently. Your Tour Manager will be on hand to offer suggestions. CB
• Day 8 – Mount Vermont - Washington, D.C. This morning, visit the beloved home of the 1st president of the United States, General George Washington, where you have time to explore his estate, Mount Vernon, and its beautiful plantation grounds. Later, arrive in Washington D.C. and visit the world-famous Smithsonian Institution. The fabled Hope Diamond and the Apollo rocket are two of the exhibits you may choose to see as well as the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian. Tonight, you may choose to enjoy an optional excursion including dinner and a twilight tour of Washington’s famous monuments and memorials including those dedicated to Jefferson, Lincoln and Iwo Jima. CB
• Day 9 – Washington, D.C. Your day begins with a visit to Arlington National Cemetery where you will view the Tomb of the Unknowns and the Kennedy gravesites, then to the White House Visitor’s Center where you will gain insight into the many transitions it has undergone. Your tour of the US capital affords you wonderful views of the Capitol building, the White House, monuments and museums. Concluding with a drive along Embassy Row and stops at the moving World War II Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and the Korean War Memorial. B,D
• Day 10 – Washington, D.C. – Return flight to the U.K. B
• Day 11 – Arrive UK.

Please Note: *Admission to Wheatland may not be available at all times; on those occasions, you will visit Eisenhower Farm. **The Amish family-style feast may not be available on all dates; on these occasions, we will substitute a dinner at a local establishment. †Breakfast at the Woodlands Hotel, Colonial Williamsburg Property, is Continental Deluxe.

B=Breakfast D=Dinner CB = Continental Deluxe

Accommodation

Day 1, 2

Sheraton, New York City, NY

Day 3, 4

Eden Resort Inn and Suites, Lancaster, PA

Day 5

Skyland Lodge or Big Meadows, Shenandoah Valley or Holiday Inn Charlottesville-University area, VA

Day 6, 7

Williamsburg Woodlands Hotel & Suites, Williamsburg, VA

Day 8, 9

Doubletree Crystal City, Arlington, VA