Explore Colonial America
Historic parks and legendary monuments!
Get ready to discover the East Coast, from Pennsylvania to Virginia to Washington D.C.! Explore the history of America, seeing historic battlefields, villages, gardens, and parks along the way. Drive a rental car through rolling hills, emerald mountains, and city streets! Spend time in Philadelphia, Gettysburg, Shenandoah, Williamsburg and Washington D.C. US history comes to life like never before on this incredible vacation!
What's Included
- Roundtrip economy class airfare into Philadelphia (PHL), out of Washington DC (IAD)
- Automatic rental car for the duration of your trip
- Pick up PHL and drop off IAD
- 2 nights in Philadelphia at the Holiday Inn Express Midtown, or similar
- 1 night in Gettysburg at the Gettysburg Hotel, or similar
- 1 night in Shenandoah at the Big Meadows Lodge, or similar
- 2 nights in Williamsburg at the Kingsmill Resort, or similar
- 1 night in Washington D.C. at the Washington Hilton, or similar
- Detailed day-by-day itinerary with trip highlights, hotel information, local guides, maps and driving directions
This package is seasonal and runs April to October.
Great Ways to Explore
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Drive through Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington D.C. on this gorgeous East Coast road trip.
See the Washington Monument, Gettysburg National Military Park, and Valley Forge.
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Learn about Colonial life! Examine the life of early Americans as you tour Colonial houses, gardens, and shops.
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Try delicious foods along the way, from Philadelphia cheesesteaks to homemade peach cobbler in Virginia.
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With your own rental car, you can see what you want! Enjoy flexibility & convenience as you cruise through the states.
Get ready to explore the East Coast, from Pennsylvania to Virginia to Washington D.C.! Explore the history of America, seeing historic battlefields, villages, gardens, and parks. With your own rental car, you can explore as you wish throughout the journey! Spend time in Philadelphia, where you can stroll cobblestone streets, see the Liberty Bell, and roam historic neighborhoods. Don’t forget to try a famous cheesesteak, hoagie, or soft pretzel!
Next, you’ll drive to Gettysburg. You can see the National Military Park and Cemetery. Continue your drive through the rolling green hills of Virginia to Shenandoah! You can wander through Colonial Gardens, tour historic houses, and chat with docents to learn more about the rich history of the country.
After, discover Colonial Williamsburg, brimming with hundreds of years of history. Your journey ends in Washington D.C., where you can visit the Lincoln Memorial, Capital building, and much more! US history comes alive on this excellent vacation!
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
- Roundtrip economy class airfare into Philadelphia (PHL), out of Washington DC (IAD)
- Automatic rental car for the duration of your trip
- Pick up PHL and drop off IAD
- 2 nights in Philadelphia at the Holiday Inn Express Midtown, or similar
- 1 night in Gettysburg at the Gettysburg Hotel, or similar
- 1 night in Shenandoah at the Big Meadows Lodge, or similar
- 2 nights in Williamsburg at the Kingsmill Resort, or similar
- 1 night in Washington D.C. at the Washington Hilton, or similar
- Detailed day-by-day itinerary with trip highlights, hotel information, local guides, maps and driving directions
This package is seasonal and runs April to October.
-
Drive through Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington D.C. on this gorgeous East Coast road trip.
See the Washington Monument, Gettysburg National Military Park, and Valley Forge.
-
Learn about Colonial life! Examine the life of early Americans as you tour Colonial houses, gardens, and shops.
-
Try delicious foods along the way, from Philadelphia cheesesteaks to homemade peach cobbler in Virginia.
-
With your own rental car, you can see what you want! Enjoy flexibility & convenience as you cruise through the states.
Get ready to explore the East Coast, from Pennsylvania to Virginia to Washington D.C.! Explore the history of America, seeing historic battlefields, villages, gardens, and parks. With your own rental car, you can explore as you wish throughout the journey! Spend time in Philadelphia, where you can stroll cobblestone streets, see the Liberty Bell, and roam historic neighborhoods. Don’t forget to try a famous cheesesteak, hoagie, or soft pretzel!
Next, you’ll drive to Gettysburg. You can see the National Military Park and Cemetery. Continue your drive through the rolling green hills of Virginia to Shenandoah! You can wander through Colonial Gardens, tour historic houses, and chat with docents to learn more about the rich history of the country.
After, discover Colonial Williamsburg, brimming with hundreds of years of history. Your journey ends in Washington D.C., where you can visit the Lincoln Memorial, Capital building, and much more! US history comes alive on this excellent vacation!
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Day 1. Welcome to Philadelphia!
Welcome to your east coast adventure through America’s Colonial history! Your trip begins in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. See an iconic symbol of American freedom at the Liberty Bell Center! Visit the Betsy Ross house, and check out Elfreth’s Alley, the oldest residential street in the city!
Check-in - Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia - Midtown
Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia - Midtown puts you within walking distance of the Pennsylvania Convention Center and over 40 restaurants. Guest rooms are equipped with free WiFi, television, and coffee/tea making facilities. The hotel serves daily breakfast, and features a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Enjoy close proximity to City Hall, Reading Terminal Market, and more top attractions!
Day 2. Philadelphia
Today, you might want to check out Valley Forge, one of the most popular historical parks in Pennsylvania. Stop into the Visitor Center for a treasure trove of history, a short film about Valley Forge, and a life-sized George Washington statue! Walk through the park to be transported back to Colonial times!
Day 3. Philadelphia - Gettysburg
Today, you’ll drive to Gettysburg. Visit the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center - you’ll see over 40,000 artifacts from the American Civil War. Visit the cemetery and The Angle, a battlefield area of Pickett’s Charge. You’ll find solemn monuments and immersive history around each corner.
Check-in - Gettysburg Hotel, Est. 1797
Gettysburg Hotel, Est. 1797 is located in downtown Gettysburg. Guest rooms include free WiFi, television, and coffee/tea making facilities. There is a restaurant onsite, as well as a pool and a fitness center. Guests can enjoy close proximity to the Gettysburg Battlefield, as well as many shops and restaurants.
Day 4. Gettysburg - Shenandoah
Drive to Shenandoah today! Your historical journey continues into Shenandoah, Virginia, where you can visit New Market Battlefield State Historical Park. See the battlefield and visit the Bushong House, an 1860’s war hospital turned visitor center. Enjoy the stunning nature surrounding you - one popular picturesque destination is Skyline Drive!
Check-in - Big Meadows Lodge
Day 5. Shenandoah - Williamsburg
Hop in your rental car and drive through the Virginia greenery to your next destination, Williamsburg! Walk among docents to travel back in time. Wander the Colonial Garden, visit the Courthouse, the Governor's Palace, and much more!
Check-in - Kingsmill Resort
Kingsmill Resort is a riverfront golf and spa resort located in Williamsburg, Virginia. Guest rooms are equipped with free WiFi, television, and coffee/tea making facilities. There is a pool, fitness center, and spa services onsite. There are multiple dining options throughout the resort. There are many recreational activities located nearby, including tennis and water sports.Â
Day 6. Williamsburg
Today, spend more time in Williamsburg or take a brief drive to Jamestown to see historical artifacts and architecture dating back to the 1600s. Or discover Yorktown, another site rich with Colonial and Revolutionary history!
Day 7. Williamsburg - Washington D.C.
Zoom to your next destination: Washington D.C. You’ll find a massive amount of American history here, so see as much of it as you can! Whether you want to visit Arlington Cemetery, the US Capital, or the Washington Monument, you can spend hours gazing at incredible sights.
Check-in - Capital Hilton
Explore the heart of Washington D.C. while staying in an historic hotel! The Capital Hilton Washington D.C. is an elegant hotel just minutes from the White House, the National Mall, and the U.S. Capital. Dine at the North Gate Grill or Statler Lounge, both on site, for a selection of fresh foods and drinks. Wi-Fi is available in lobby areas free of charge, and all rooms are air-conditioned and have private bathrooms with toiletries. The hotel is less than five miles from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
Day 8. Depart Washington D.C.
Fly home to share your memories of the east coast with your friends and family!Â
Fly home!
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