Washington DC Vacation: 8 day Family Trip with Sightseeing

Great American Cities by Rail

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This great adventure will introduce you to the historic cities that shaped America.

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Destination:: Boston, Massachusetts, United States; New York, New York, United States; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States; Washington DC, United States

Trip Length:: 8 days

Price Range:: From $0 to $2000 per person See what this includes and what this excludes

Best Time to Go:: Any time.

Recommended for:: (11-14), (15-17), (36-40), (41-50), (51-55), (56-60), (61-70)
Family with kids, Married
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This great adventure will introduce you to the historic cities that shaped America.

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Trip Itinerary

Day 1 - Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Arrive in Boston. The rest of the day is at your leisure.

Premium Lodging - Hilton Boston Financail District

Hotels

Built in 1928 as Boston, Massachusetts' first skyscraper, the historic Hilton Boston Financial District hotel is the ideal blend of old and new. Our stylish renovation brought new luster to our 1920's intimate art deco decor of warm brick, rich woods and brass and added a host of modern comforts and conveniences. The hotel's ongoing commitment to superior boutique service and exceptional standards of excellence earned us the coveted AAA Four Diamond Award for the past seven years. At the Hilton Boston Financial District hotel our guests can relax in a spacious guestroom with an enchanting view of the city and enjoy period-style furnishings and thoughtful business amenities like cordless, two-line phones and wireless high-speed Internet access. Savor an eclectic blend of California and Tuscan cuisine at Caliterra Bar & Grille, relax with a book in the library or unwind in our state-of-the-art fitness facility featuring Precor® equipment with individual 12" screen televisions.

Classic Lodging - Midtown Hotel

Hotels

The Midtown Hotel is located in downtown Boston, within walking distance of the Prudential Center, and approximately six miles from Logan International Airport. This hotel is nestled in the heart of Bostons Back Bay, just steps away from Symphony Hall, the Prudential Center, the Christian Science Center, and Copley Place. The near by Prudential Subway Station provides easy access to the rest of downtown Boston and the North End.

Day 2 - Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Old Town Trolley hop-on/ hop-off tour includes stops at more than 15 locations and allows you to see the city at your own pace. You will have narration of over 100 points of interest, including the New England Aquarium, USS Constitution, Beacon Hill, and much more.

Sightseeing

Boston sightseeing

Day 3 - New York, New York, United States

Travel by AMTRAK Train (coach) to New York City

Premium Lodging - New York Helmsley

Hotels

Welcome to The New York Helmsley Hotel, a world-class property nestled in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, within walking distance of Times Square, Grand Central Station and the United Nations, as well as the Theatre District and Rockefeller Center.

Classic Lodging - Edison Hotel

Hotels

The Hotel Edison in Midtown Manhattan built in 1931 in the same grand Art Deco style as Radio City Music Hall, is situated in one of the most dynamic sections of New York City. Our lights literally shine on Broadway! That means you can walk a few steps in either direction from our hotel and whether it be comedy or tragedy, you can enjoy the great theaters for which New York City is traditionally known.

Day 4 - New York, New York, United States

Double-decker hopon/ hop-off bus tour includes stops at more than 35 locations. Stops include Central Park, Lincoln Center, Guggenheim, Times Square, Empire State Building, Greenwich Village, SoHo, and more.

Sightseeing

New York City sightseeing

Day 5 - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Travel by AMTRAK Train (coach) to Philadelphia; Victorian-style trolley hop-on/hop-off tour includes 20 stops throughout the city such as the Betsy Ross House, Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site, and Independence National Historic Park.

Premium Lodging - Crowne Plaza

Hotels

The Philadelphia Center City Crowne Plaza Hotel is located in the heart of downtown Philadelphia. This hotel is an ideal location to experience the Philadelphia Historic sites like The Liberty Bell, National Constitution Center and Philadelphia Zoo. Hotel guests can walk to Center City businesses, Rittenhouse Square, Avenue of the Arts-Theatre District and Antique Row. The Philadelphia Center City Crowne Plaza Hotel is only six blocks from the Pennsylvania Convention Center and Amtrak's 30th Street Station.

Classic Lodging - Holiday Inn Historic District

Hotels

Close proximity to all major historic attractions, and Pennsylvania Convention Center. Close to ballparks and concert halls. Walk to Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, & National Constitution Center.

Day 6 - Washington DC, United States

Travel by AMTRAK Train (coach) to Washington DC; Old Town Trolley hop-on/hop-off tour covering over 100 points of interest, including the Lincoln Memorial, the White House, the Smithsonian Museums, Arlington National Cemetery, and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.

Premium Lodging - Hilton Washington

Hotels

The Capital Hilton, along with its premiere Capital City Club & Spa, is located in the center of downtown Washington, D.C.—just two blocks from The White House.

Classic Lodging - Red Roof Inn

Hotels

You will find this high rise Inn in the heart of the nation's capital. Located near government offices & the Arlington National Cemetery, this Inn is loaded with amenities, and within walking distance of the Verizon Center, Pennsylvania Ave, and more!