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    In Freedom's Footsteps: Philadelphia to Washington, DC

    Ken Burns American Journeys

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    $5,790 USD
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    Time of Year
    Apr - Jun, Sep - Oct
    Cities & Landmarks
    Philadelphia, Washington DC, Williamsburg, Richmond, Gettysburg, Mount Vernon
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    Freedom Footsteps Philadelphia Washington DC Guided Tour VIEW MAP DETAIL

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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 – 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, Gettysburg, Washington DC, National Mall monuments and more

     

    Private guided tour of Virginia's historic State Capitol building

     

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    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.

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    Moderately paced, and may include some early morning hotel departures, one or two on-tour flights, and extended motor coach travel.

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    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.

    Discover the nation's economic expansion and industrial growth... 18th-century social and religious movements... the Civil War... political diversity... and the defining themes that shaped the American experience century upon century. Travel back in time to walk in the footsteps of American history... In Philadelphia, a guided sightseeing tour includes Independence Hall and a Tauck Exclusive early-opening private tour of the Museum of the American Revolution. Tour the poignant battlefields of Gettysburg... Visit George Washington's home at Mount Vernon... meet 18th-century "residents" and dine at a colonial tavern in Colonial Williamsburg... and explore the spectacular monuments of America's capital. Read Less

    Tauck Exclusive – Behind-the-scenes at the National Archives

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    Exclusive early-opening, behind-the-scenes experience at the National Archives

    Enjoy a Tauck Exclusive – early entry into the Rotunda of the National Archives, before the doors open to the public, to see the original Founding Documents (the Constitution, Declaration of Independence, and Bill of Rights) with a private welcome by an Archives insider. Then go behind the scenes where a researcher will provide you with a rare look at how historic documents are preserved using the latest archival techniques.

    Pennsylvania's Amish country

    Day 3

    Explore Pennsylvania's Amish country and enjoy a traditional lunch

    A group of traditionalist Christian church fellowships with Swiss and German origins, the Amish settled in areas of Pennsylvania during the 18th century. Known for their simple living, plain dress, and reluctance to adopt many conveniences of modern technology, the Amish value rural life, manual labor, and humility. In Pennsylvania's Lancaster County, you'll visit an Amish community to learn about their culture and enjoy a traditional lunch.

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    Nights 6 and 7

    Everything you want in a getaway in the heart of Williamsburg's Historic Area

    From a day spent at the spa to time on the golf course and everything in between, Williamsburg Lodge offers a relaxing retreat just steps away from all the action at Colonial Williamsburg. One of John D. Rockefeller, Jr.'s original Colonial Williamsburg hotels, close to Williamsburg's famous Historic Area, Williamsburg Lodge presents the ambiance of a southern family home, with furnishings inspired by art from the nearby Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum. A Tauck Exclusive upgrade option to a limited number of rooms at the Williamsburg Inn for nights 6 and 7 is available at an additional cost per person; ask at booking for details.

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    Sofitel Philadelphia

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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    The Gettysburg Hotel

    Gettysburg, Pennsylvania

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    Omni Charlottesville Hotel

    Charlottesville, Virginia

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    Williamsburg Lodge

    Williamsburg, Virginia

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    Nights 8-10

    The Willard InterContinental

    Washington, DC

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      Upgrade to the Williamsburg Inn in Williamsburg:

      Tauck Exclusive upgrade option to a limited number of rooms at the Williamsburg Inn (nights 6 and 7, limited availability) at an additional cost per person as detailed below; ask at booking for details. 

      Double – $299; Single – $576; Triples – N/A

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