Washington D.C. Cherry Blossoms
March 23, 2026 - 6 Days
Celebrate the beauty of spring in full bloom with a five-night stay in the heart of our nation’s capital. This immersive Washington, D.C. tour brings history to life with visits to Arlington National Cemetery, Capitol Hill, the White House Visitor Center, Ford’s Theatre, and the U.S. Naval Academy. Enjoy a scenic Cherry Blossom Cruise on the Potomac, stroll the iconic Tidal Basin, and explore world-renowned Smithsonian Museums. From monuments illuminated at twilight to George Washington’s Mt. Vernon estate, this journey is packed with unforgettable moments and American heritage.
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Washington D.C. is an extraordinary city, one with multiple personalities: a working federal city, an international metropolis, a picturesque tourist destination, an unmatched treasury of our country's history and artifacts, and a cosmopolitan center that retains a neighborly small-town ambiance. The highlights of the city we will be seeing on this tour are listed below:
Arlington National Cemetery
DC City Tour
White House Visitor Center
Smithsonian Institution Museums
Library of Congress
Capitol Visitor Center
Potomac Cherry Blossoms Cruise
DC Twilight Illumination Tour
DC Memorial Visits
Mt. Vernon
US Naval Academy
Annapolis, MD
Ford's Theater
Center for Education & Leadership
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Roundtrip Airfare - MSP
5 Nights First Class Hotel
8 Meals: 5 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch & 2 Dinners
Professional Tour Director
Motorcoach Transportation
Admissions per Itinerary
Comprehensive Sightseeing
Baggage Handling at Hotels
Hotel Transfers
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Day 1: Fly to Washington D.C.
Upon arrival at the airport, meet your Tour Director. Transfer to your hotel for a five night stay in the Washington D.C. area.
Overnight: Washington DC areaDay 2: Arlington - DC City Tour - White House Visitor Center
After breakfast, visit Arlington National Cemetery, America's shrine to valor and sacrifice. Board the tram to see the John F. Kennedy and Robert Kennedy graves plus the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Then, stop at the Marine Corps Memorial (Iwo Jima Statue). This afternoon embark on a DC City Tour with a stop at The White House Visitor Center to learn about our Executive Mansion and the Presidential families that lived there. View the film White House: Reflections from Within.
Next depart on a "spring stroll" along the National Mall's Tidal Basin to see the Cherry Blossoms. Make stops at four impressive Memorials: Jefferson, Franklin D. Roosevelt, M.L.K. Jr., and National WWII. Tonight enjoy a Welcome Dinner with your fellow travelers.
Overnight: Washington DC areaDay 3: Cherry Blossom Cruise - Smithsonian - DC Illumination
Today visit the National Portrait Gallery, whose collections focus on images of famous Americans. Midday board the Odyssey Ill ship for your festive Cherry Blossom Cruise on the Potomac River. Enjoy a signature pink drink, narration and a delicious lunch. Later enjoy free time to visit your choice of the world-famous Smithsonian Institution Museums such as the Air & Space, Natural History, American History or Gallery of Art. Later enjoy a DC Twilight Illumination Tour of the famous monuments including those dedicated to Lincoln & Jefferson.
Overnight: Washington DC areaDay 4: Ford’s Theatre - Annapolis.
Naval Academy
This morning stop to visit Ford's Theatre, which opened in 1863. The active theatre is restored as it was the night John Wilkes Booth shot President Lincoln on April 14, 1865. Next visit the Center for Education & Leadership with exhibits about President Lincoln. Then travel east to Annapolis, Maryland's capital city on the Chesapeake Bay which features a historic district including 18th century brick houses and domed Maryland State House. Enjoy a bit of leisure time to shop and grab lunch on your own in the historic Annapolis Harbor.
This afternoon your Annapolis exploration continues with a visit to the US Naval Academy with its sprawling waterfront grounds, beaux arts architecture, monuments and a naval history museum.
Later head back to your Washington DC area hotel for an evening at your own pace.
Overnight: Washington DC areaDay 5: Capitol Hill - MT. Vernon
Today arrive at Capitol Hill to visit the Capitol Visitor Center which highlights the US lawmaking process. Then visit the US Library of Congress and view the exterior of the Supreme Court Building.
Later drive to Alexandria, VA to visit Mt. Vernon, President George Washington's beautiful estate overlooking the Potomac River. The "Father of Our Country" called Mt. Vernon home for more than 45 years. Tour the house and gardens, and visit the grave site of our first President. Tonight's Farewell Dinner is at popular local restaurant in Washington DC area.
Overnight: Washington DC areaDay 6: Fly Home
Fly home with wonderful memories of Washington D.C.
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5 Nights - Westin City Center or Doubletree
Crystal City, Washington D.C. area
*On some dates an alternative hotel may be used -
With our booking discount: $3799 pp double
Regular Rate: $3899 pp double
Single Supplement: $875