The Early American Experience

Step back in time as you visit the sites and of early American history.  Your educational tour will begin in Washington D.C. where you’ll visit the famous monuments and memorials of our founding fathers. Visit the Smithsonian Museum of American History before taking in a show at the historic Ford’s Theatre.  Next on your class trip, travel up to Philadelphia, where you’ll see the famous Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Travel down to colonial Williamsburg, VA where you’ll witness first-hand what life was like back when our nation was first founded and spend a half-day at the exciting Bush Gardens Amusement park before heading back to your school and hometown.

 

Day 1

  • Arrive in Washington D.C.
  • Guided Tour of Washington DC: Monuments, War Memorials, & Arlington Cemetery
  • Visit the Smithsonian Museum of American History
  • Lunch
  • Visit Mount Vernon
  • Dinner
  • See a show at Ford’s Theatre or Lincoln Center

 

Day 2

  • Breakfast
  • Travel to Baltimore
  • Visit Fort McHenry
  • Travel to Philadelphia
  • Lunch
  • Visit the Constitution Center- Attend an American History Educational Program
  • Guided Tour of Philadelphia: Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, Penn’s Landing, Elfreth’s Alley, Betsy Ross House, Row houses
  • Dinner
  • Return to Washington, DC

Day 3

  • Breakfast
  • Travel to Williamsburg, VA
  • Visit Colonial Williamsburg
  • Lunch in a historic tavern
  • Visit Historic Jamestown
  • Dinner
  • Seminar Workshop: Step back into History: The American Revolution

Day 4

  • Breakfast
  • Visit Monticello
  • Visit Busch Gardens Williamsburg Theme Park
  • Travel to Washington D.C.
  • Return home

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About CE Tours

Since 1997, CE Tours has assisted thousands of educators, worldwide, in arranging life-changing travel experiences for student groups. Focusing on serving student groups from low-income and underserved backgrounds, we specialize in working with TRIO, AVID, and GEAR UP programs, as well charter and magnet schools nationwide. We customize our tours to meet the needs of each client, creating an experience that is truly authentic and unlike anything else available in the industry. (see more)