Best of DC - VIP Bus Tour + Boat Cruise
What your day looks like
Get the presidential treatment with our most comprehensive Washington DC day tour. The tour includes reserved access to the National Archives Building and the U.S. Capitol Building! Your VIP experience begins at Neptune Fountain in front of the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building. Check out every major memorial of the National Mall with this eight-hour voyage around the city. One of the best Washington DC bus tour experiences money can buy, this excursion begins with an in-depth look at some of the city’s most poignant sights and sounds, from the White House to the National Monuments and Memorials. Our VIP tour offers you the flexibility to choose between two types of luxury buses — a climate-controlled luxury closed-top bus, ensuring a comfortable experience regardless of the weather, or upgrade to a convertible glass-top / open-top bus for a unique sightseeing experience! During this fully guided Washington DC bus tour, you will have the opportunity to explore significant landmarks alongside a knowledgeable guide who will share the stories behind each site. Seasonal variations in the itinerary offer unique experiences. In the summer months, relax with a complimentary boat cruise along the beautiful Potomac River and Georgetown Waterfront after lunch, with the option to purchase a meal at one of the many waterfront restaurants. In contrast, the winter season features a stop at the Pentagon City. A fascinating look at the interior of the National Archives makes for a sensational finale! For an unforgettable perspective, our open-top bus Washington DC option allows you to fully immerse yourself in the city’s grandeur.
The experience, in brief
- Reserved entry to the National Archives and the U.S. Capitol Building
- Premium guided bus tour with live tour guide narrative on & off the bus
- More time to appreciate the landmarks listed on the tour
- Climatecontrolled luxury buses – closedtop or convertible glasstop
- Lunch options available at one of several waterfront restaurants in the summer
- Our most comprehensive DC day tour—for travelers who prefer a more private experience
The journey, in full
Start at/ Pick up: Neptune Fountain in front of the Library Of Congress Jefferson Memorial White House U.S. Capitol Building National World War I and II Memorials Jefferson Memorial Martin Luther King Memorial Korean War Veterans Memorial Lincoln Memorial Vietnam Veterans Memorial Boat cruise on the Potomac River (seasonal: Apr 1 – Sep 30) Visit the Pentagon The Franklin Delano Roosevelt (FDR) Memorial Ends at: the National Archives Building
Your day, step by step
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City/Town Tour.
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Sightseeing at Thomas Jefferson Memorial.
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Sightseeing at White House.
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Sightseeing at United States Capitol.
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Sightseeing at National World War II Memorial.
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Sightseeing at Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial.
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Sightseeing at Korean War Veterans Memorial.
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Sightseeing at Lincoln Memorial.
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Sightseeing at Vietnam Veterans Memorial.
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Boating at Potomac River.
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Sightseeing at Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial.
What to know before booking
Included
Entry to U.S. Capitol and the National Archives
Not Included
Food and beverage
Restrictions
Recommend storing carry-on and large bags at your hotel or utilizing a professional storage service.
Meeting & Pickup
The tour starts at Neptune Fountain in front of the Library of Congress at 68 First St SE, Washington, DC 20004.
Languages Offered
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Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Automatic
What travelers are saying
My clients loved everything about this tour!
Loved the night view to another experience! Wonderful guide!