From New York to Washington, D.C., this escorted journey traces America’s story through its most iconic cities, historic battlefields and enduring landmarks, enriched with expert insight and exclusive access throughout.
From New York’s bright lights to Philadelphia’s cobbles and Washington DC’s grand boulevards, trace America’s founding story in style.
Explore Gettysburg with expert guides, where decisive battles once raged and history is remembered with quiet reverence.
Discover Jefferson’s Monticello and dine at an authentic tavern, steeped in the atmosphere of colonial Virginia.
Colonial Williamsburg brings the 18th century vividly to life with period architecture, live demonstrations and characterful dining.
In Washington DC, enjoy exclusive early access to the National Archives, viewing the nation’s treasured founding documents.
Begin your journey in New York, where a welcome dinner at One World Observatory pairs fine dining with glittering views across the city skyline.
Walk through the city’s historic downtown with a local guide, from Trinity Church to the 9/11 Memorial. Later, explore uptown, including a stroll through Central Park, with the rest of the day free to discover as you wish.
Leave New York for Valley Forge, birthplace of the American Army, before continuing to Philadelphia for a tour of its cobbled streets, historic houses and revolutionary landmarks.
Enjoy exclusive early access to this superb museum for an in-depth look at its collections, before visiting Independence Hall with a National Park Service ranger and seeing the Liberty Bell. The afternoon is yours to explore Philadelphia.
Travel into Lancaster County to learn about Amish traditions and daily life, before continuing to Gettysburg, where an atmospheric farm-to-table dinner awaits at a historic inn.
Walk the storied battlefields with a licensed guide, then travel south to Harpers Ferry, where John Brown’s raid became a prelude to the Civil War. Continue to Charlottesville through rolling Virginian landscapes.
Visit Monticello, Thomas Jefferson’s elegant hilltop estate, followed by lunch at the historic Michie Tavern. In the afternoon, enjoy a private wine tasting at one of Virginia’s oldest vineyards.
Pause in Richmond for a stirring re-enactment of Patrick Henry’s famous “Give me liberty or give me death” speech at St John’s Church, then continue to Colonial Williamsburg for dinner in an atmospheric 18th-century tavern.
Spend the day exploring Colonial Williamsburg, visiting authentically restored buildings, partaking in activities and watching live demonstrations.
Depart Williamsburg and travel to the magnificent Mount Vernon estate of America’s first president, George Washington. Explore the museum, 18th century mansion and landscaped grounds.
Enjoy early admission to the Rotunda of the National Archives for a private viewing of the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution and the Bill of Rights, with welcome comments by a National Archives insider. Then go behind the scenes with an archival researcher. In the evening you will be treated to a farewell reception and dinner.
Transfer to the airport for your return flight.