Mount Vernon & Alexandria: Private Day Trip from Washington DC
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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!8 hours
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Adult : 1
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Mount Vernon Mansion, Museum and grounds admission tickets
Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
A friendly, professional English-speaking tour guide for your own private group
Private transportation including hotel pick-up and drop-off from your centrally located hotel
Cost of lunch, and all food/drink
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Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon, United StatesEnjoy a private full-day trip to Mount Vernon and Alexandria from Washington DC.
Explore Mount Vernon, declared a National Historic Landmark in 1960, home and resting place of America's first president, George Washington.
Immerse 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 Father’s home.4 hours • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Take a drive to Alexandria from Mount Vernon, and take a stroll down Old Town Alexandria, characterised by 18th-century townhouses and cobblestone streets.
Here, you will have a lunch break (price not included).3 hours • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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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.30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Alexandria's Christ Church
118 N Washington St, , Alexandria, United States, 22314-3023Visit Christ Church, built in the 18th century in an English country style, where notable literary figures attended services and were buried.30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
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Your guide will meet you at the entrance to the 7-Eleven located at 908 17th St NW, Washington, DC 20006, United States.View Location
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Finish point will be at your hotel or at any central location in downtown DC.View Location
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations; or, customers can make their own way to the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- Please meet your guide at the entrance of your hotel 10 minutes prior to tour start time.
- Travelers will be picked up 10 minutes before departure time
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- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cannot be cancelled or amended without incurring a 100% penalty; i.e., the refund amount will be zero.- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
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