Capitol Building in DC at dusk

Washington, D.C., Gettysburg & New York City School Trip 6 days, 5 nights

Walk In The Footsteps Of History

Trip Length: 6 days, 5 nights

Step back in time to walk in the footsteps of American history on a school trip to the Historic East Coast. Admire memorials in Washington, DC, walk the hallowed grounds of Gettysburg, and experience Broadway in New York City!

Trip Highlights

  • Capitol Hill
  • Arlington National Cemetery
  • Gettysburg National Battlefield Park
  • Ellis Island
  • Statue of Liberty
  • New York City's Cultural Boroughs
  • Broadway, and much more...
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Group of female students standing together posting in front of the White House

Our Itinerary

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Below is a sample itinerary that may be customized to meet the needs of your group.

Day 1: The White House & Memorials

  • Morning flight from your departure airport to a Washington, D.C. area airport.
  • Afternoon arrival
    Meet your NationsClassroom Tour Guide. Board your tour coach bus and your tour begins.
  • White House
    The“People’s House” is a great place for selfies and group photos.
  • Arlington National Cemetery
    Statesmen and soldiers of the United States Armed Services are buried here. Witness the Changing of the Guard at The Tomb of the Unknowns and pay your respects at Kennedy’s eternal flame. The Memorial Amphitheater, Arlington House, and Challenger Space Shuttle Memorial also will be visited on your guided tour of the grounds.
  • Iwo Jima Memorial
    U. S. Marine Corps Memorial – Also referred to as the Iwo Jima Memorial, the Memorial is located just outside Arlington National Cemetery and it is dedicated to the U.S. Marines who have lost their lives in defense of our country since 1775.
  • Evening Tour
    • Lincoln Memorial
      Be humbled by Lincoln’s grandeur and reminded of the relevance of his words today. This memorial has long been a tribute to the 16th President’s efforts to keep the country united as well as a symbol for the fight for equality in America. Read more about the Lincoln Memorial
    • Vietnam Veterans Memorial
      Listed in chronological order are the names of the more than 58,000 Americans who gave their lives in service to their country during the Vietnam War.
    • Korean Memorial
      Walk over to appreciate the symbolism of the memorial that commemorates the sacrifices of the 5.8 million Americans who served in the U.S. armed services during the three-year period of the Korean War.
  • Overnight at your Washington D.C. area hotel.

Day 2: Pentagon Memorial & Mount Vernon

Day 3: Museums & Gettysburg

Day 4: Battlefield Tour & New York City

Day 5: Statue of Liberty & Broadway

Day 6: 9/11 Memorial & Sightseeing

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What's Included

Insurance

Accident and illness protection for all travelers

Transportation

Either in the air or on the ground, your transportation will be convenient and comfortable.

Lodging

Hotels are student friendly with only interior corridors in safe areas that maximize your touring time.

Meals

We provide three meals per day including a full student buffet at your hotel each morning.

Attractions

All admission fees to attractions are included.

Guides

Your Tour Guide will be an expert on your destination, but most importantly they connect with your students.

Coordinators

Your tour coordinator will secure tickets, inspect hotel rooms, and stay with your group overnight at your hotel.

Security

Sleep worry free. Professional security will be on duty each evening.

Tips

Generous tips are provided for your bus driver, tour guide and hotel staff.

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