2-Day Philadelphia, Washington DC Tour from New York/New Jersey
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It’s pretty decent tour. I wish there was no change of bus after the DC tour for the Amish tour. The second bus ride was very uncomfortable. Also, recommend to pick and drop at all the locations. They skip Edison drop off which falls on the same route to Jersey city.
Tushar, 2024-08-10
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Highlights
Visit Washington, DC (White House, Lincoln Memorial), Philadelphia (Independence Hall, Independence National Historical Park, Liberty Bell).
- Classic and In-depth Tour: A rich cultural and historical experience, immersing you in the heritage of Philadelphia and Washington, D.C. at unbeatable prices.
- Unique New Experience: Discover the U.S. Mint, taste a special meal at Congress, and enjoy the scenic beauty of the Tidal Basin.
- Family Favored: Perfect for anyone curious about America's past, this tour is a great fit for families, history buffs, and travelers seeking a memorable adventure.
Dates & Prices
Price in USD (per person, based on double occupancy)
Itinerary
Our journey begins in New York and heads south to Philadelphia, the birthplace of the United States. Stand before Independence Hall, where the nation was founded, and come face to face with the iconic Liberty Bell. In the afternoon, we continue to Washington, DC, where to enjoy a Potomac cruise and join a Washington DC In-depth Tour.
Philadelphia, PA
One of the most historically significant cities in the United States, Philadelphia was the first capital of the U.S.The City of Brotherly Love draws history buffs and lovers of culture from all corners of the globe!
Independence National Historical Park
This National Historical Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania serves as a way of preserving important Revolutionary War sites for future generations. Called "America's most historic square mile," this 55-acre park in the "Old City" district is not to be missed.
Independence Hall(Outside Visit)
One of Philadelphia's most famous landmarks, Independence Hall in Independence National Historical Park is the location where both the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution were debated, written, and ratified by the Founding Fathers of the USA.
Liberty Bell(Outside Visit)
The famously cracked Liberty Bell is a sign of American Independence and spirit. Located at Liberty Bell Center in Philadelphia, PA, this symbol of the American Revolution was crafted in 1752-- more than 250 years ago.
Washington, DC
The capital of the United States of America sits on the scenic Potomac River. Monuments, museums, and Americana characterize this historic city, which is located in the District of Columbia between the states of Maryland and Virginia.
Congress Tour
Inside visit the U.S. Capitol, then outside visit the Supreme Court of the United States, The National Archives, and the Senate.
The famous United States Capitol is the meeting place of the US Congress and has been for more than 200 years. The building is famous for its elaborate dome and intricately designed, detailed columns.
Potomac River Cruise
Washington, DC sits on the shores of Virginia's Potomac River, and those who want to see the United States' capital in an exciting and innovative way can join a Potomac Cruise for a relaxing and enjoyable sightseeing experience.
Washington DC In-Depth tour
Enter the Jefferson Memorial and Lincoln Memorial Hall. Then climbing to the highest U.S. Air Force Memorial, which are the best places to get a panoramic view of the Pentagon and the 9/11 memorial. Visit the Korean War Veterans Memorial and Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Exterior view of the White House.
The world-famous White House in Washington, DC is the official residence of the president of the United States and the place where most of the work is done. The facade of this neoclassical mansion is a global icon.
This iconic American monument honors the 16th president of the United States. Abraham Lincoln was president during the American Civil War and is most famous for the Emancipation Proclamation which freed all of the slaves in the US.
The Thomas Jefferson Memorial is a memorial to the third president of the United States. The impressive building is neoclassical in design and has been standing since 1943. It sees more than two million visitors every year. We will stay here for 2 hours during the Cherry Blossom time.
The Air Force Memorial in Arlington pays tribute to the veterans of that particular branch of the US military. Its three spires evoke the image of the contrails of fighter jets as they maneuver in the sky.
This building gets its name from the geometric shape that it resembles. It is the headquarters of the United States Department of Defense. Though it looks austere, it is nonetheless impressive given its immense size and design.
During your time in Washington, D.C., you’ll spend about four hours exploring the Smithsonian National Museums on the National Mall. The Smithsonian Institution includes several world-class museums, such as National Museum of Natural History, National Museum of American History, National Air and Space Museum, and National Museum of African American History and Culture.
Washington, DC
The capital of the United States of America sits on the scenic Potomac River. Monuments, museums, and Americana characterize this historic city, which is located in the District of Columbia between the states of Maryland and Virginia.
Smithsonian National Museums
Discover the Smithsonian National Museums on Washington, D.C.’s National Mall. Explore top exhibits in history, science, art, and culture.
Departure & Return
| Location | Address | Departure | Return |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flushing, NY | 6:30am | 8:30pm | |
| New York, NY | 7:00am | 8:00pm | |
| Jersey City, NJ | 7:30am | 7:30pm | |
| Woodbridge, NJ | Remark:Pick up only | 7:45am |
*Return time is an estimate and varies based on traffic and weather conditions.
- To avoid any delays, we strongly recommend not booking a flight on the same day the tour ends.
- If the drop-off location at 321 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036 is unavailable, the alternative drop-off location will be 300 W 31st St, New York, NY 10001.
- Pick-up and drop-off locations should be the same. Please notify us in advance if the drop-off location is different from the pick-up.
Includes & Excludes
Price Includes
Price Excludes
| Destination | Adult | Child | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington, DC | |||
| Congress Tour (Optional) | $45 | $40 (0-12 yrs) | $43 (65+) |
| Maryland Buffet Dinner (Optional) | $35 | $20 (3-12 yrs) | $35 (65+) |
| Potomac River Cruise (Optional) | $35 | $30 (3-12 yrs) | $33 (65+) |
| Smithsonian National Museums (Mandatory) | $49.90 | $49.90 (3-12 yrs) | $49.90 (65+) |
| Washington DC In-Depth tour (Mandatory) | $49.99 | $49.99 (3-12 yrs) | $49.99 (65+) |
Washington, DC
Congress Tour (Optional)
- Adult
- $45
- Child
- $40 (0-12 yrs)
- Senior
- $43 (65+)
Maryland Buffet Dinner (Optional)
- Adult
- $35
- Child
- $20 (3-12 yrs)
- Senior
- $35 (65+)
Potomac River Cruise (Optional)
- Adult
- $35
- Child
- $30 (3-12 yrs)
- Senior
- $33 (65+)
Smithsonian National Museums (Mandatory)
- Adult
- $49.90
- Child
- $49.90 (3-12 yrs)
- Senior
- $49.90 (65+)
Washington DC In-Depth tour (Mandatory)
- Adult
- $49.99
- Child
- $49.99 (3-12 yrs)
- Senior
- $49.99 (65+)
- To join Mandatory Tour Packages or Optional Activities, please pay the tour guide via cash, Venmo, Zelle, or PayPal. Tour guide will arrange group tickets/activities.
- Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
Additional Notes
- Hotel pricing: Prices are based on two adults sharing. Single room occupancy requires an extra fee. Double, triple & quad prices are for two, three, and four people, staying in one room, respectively (including children). Each hotel room can only accommodate a maximum of 4 guests (adults or children). Each guest room comes standard with two full-sized or one queen-sized bed.
- Travel documents: All customers will be responsible for providing their own travel documents and visa if required.
- Language: All tours are escorted by professional bi- or multi-lingual tour guides and/or drivers (English/Chinese). Depending on the number of passengers booked for a particular departure, tours and/or languages may be combined to operate the tours.
- Luggage Policy: Each guest is allowed 1 check-in bag (total dimensions must not exceed 62 inches), 1 carry-on, and 1 personal item. Extra luggage will not be allowed.
- Wheelchair: Due to different bus models, we may not be able to accommodate participants using wheelchairs. Therefore, we regret that we cannot accept wheelchair users to join our tour.
- Pets: Pets will not be transported.
Policies
Child rates: Child rates apply to those who are 0-12 years old.
Immediately after submitting your reservation, you will receive a receipt of
the booking by email. Within 36 hours of submitting your reservation, you will
receive a confirmation email confirming the booking status. Tour requires a
minimum number of passengers to operate so
reconfirmation is required during low season (Oct to April).
You will receive a confirmation email (e-ticket) after your order is received. Complete operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, is included on the e-ticket. You must print the e-tickets and take them along on your trip; they are your proof of purchase.
BOOKING AND RESERVATION
The tour operator suggests each passenger book tours at least one day before the departure date. Yet, this product is available for last-minute booking as long as there is an inventory on the page. The seats will not be assigned until the reservation has been made. The passenger may be required to provide a name, phone number, and address and specify the designated tour and date of travel.
The tour operator suggests each passenger book tours at least one day before the departure date. Yet, this product is available for last-minute booking as long as there is an inventory on the page. The seats will not be assigned until the reservation has been made. The passenger may be required to provide a name, phone number, and address and specify the designated tour and date of travel.
SEAT ASSIGNMENT
All seats are pre-assigned on a first come first serve basis after the reservation. For special needs, customers could add the first rows option before check-out. The additional price might be applied.
All seats are pre-assigned on a first come first serve basis after the reservation. For special needs, customers could add the first rows option before check-out. The additional price might be applied.
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS
Each passenger must carry a valid travel document. (Valid visa for countries needed) (E.g. Green Card, Passport, Re-Entry Permit, and etc.) Tour operator is not responsible for lost or stolen personal items.
Each passenger must carry a valid travel document. (Valid visa for countries needed) (E.g. Green Card, Passport, Re-Entry Permit, and etc.) Tour operator is not responsible for lost or stolen personal items.
CANCELLATION OR CHANGE POLICY
(1) All cancellations or changes of date must comply 7 days before departure. The full refund will be credited directly to your TakeTours wallet as credits for future use. The refund can also be forwarded directly to your credit card with a 6% handling fee.
(1) All cancellations or changes of date must comply 7 days before departure. The full refund will be credited directly to your TakeTours wallet as credits for future use. The refund can also be forwarded directly to your credit card with a 6% handling fee.
(2) If cancel or fail to participate in any part of the itinerary for personal reasons (e.g., lack of travel documents, tardiness, illness, accidents, etc.) during the trip, the paid group fee will not be refunded, nor will any other services be provided as compensation.
(3) Cancellation of the free passengers must be made at least 7 days before departure. No-shows (or late cancellations) of the free passengers incur a $50/day penalty fee for the reserved bus seat. For example, $50 * 3 = $150 penalty per no-show person will be charged for a 3-day tour.
BOARDING TIME AND PLACE
All passengers must arrive 30 minutes before departure time. All passengers must show a photo ID and boarding pass or tickets for boarding; absolutely no boarding without tickets. Departure time and boarding location will be confirmed after the reservation is made.
All passengers must arrive 30 minutes before departure time. All passengers must show a photo ID and boarding pass or tickets for boarding; absolutely no boarding without tickets. Departure time and boarding location will be confirmed after the reservation is made.
TRAVEL INSURANCE
The tour operator is not responsible for any loss of or damage to personal items, or personal injury that may occur on or during the tour. It is optional for passengers to buy travel insurance.
The tour operator is not responsible for any loss of or damage to personal items, or personal injury that may occur on or during the tour. It is optional for passengers to buy travel insurance.
RESPONSIBILITY
(1) Tour operator reserves the right to substitute hotels and alter the itinerary, withdraw any tour, and make any desirable alteration for the convenience of the operation of the tour.
(2) The Tour operator reserves the right to alter the tour program and the itinerary order may be different than displayed online, the tour guide will arrange it accordingly depending on the traffic, hotel arrangement, attractions opening time, etc.
(3) Tour operator reserves the right to cancel the tour prior to departure for any reason. By accepting our policy, the passenger must agree that the tour operator shall hold no responsibilities for itinerary alterations, delays or cancellation strikes, sickness, theft, loss, accidents, weather, bus issues, or any other causes.
(4) Each group requires a minimum of 4 passengers to operate a departure. The tour operator reserves the right to cancel a departure due to not meeting this basic requirement. Liability for such cancellation is limited to a full refund of the money received by us, and this will constitute a full settlement with the Tour Department.
(5) Tour operator reserves the right to decline to accept or retain any tour member for any reason before or during the tour.
(6) All prices are subject to change without prior notice.
(7) All itineraries are subject to change without notice.
(8) All passengers must obtain a valid passport and all entry/exit visas as required by immigration regulations.
(9) If the passenger has any special request to leave the tour in a certain place during the tour, it is their responsibility to notify the tour operator in advance to confirm upon booking the tour.
(10) Passengers must be self-reliant; those who require assistance must be accompanied by a friend or relative. Tour operators are NOT able to provide individual assistance for any passenger.
(11) Passengers should inform the escort or hotel reception if they are to use the hotel swimming pool. All children should be accompanied by their parents while using the pool. No lifeguard on premises swim at your own risk.
(12) Passenger(s) are responsible for his or her belonging(s). Tour operators will no longer provide services to track or trace any personal item(s).
(1) Tour operator reserves the right to substitute hotels and alter the itinerary, withdraw any tour, and make any desirable alteration for the convenience of the operation of the tour.
(2) The Tour operator reserves the right to alter the tour program and the itinerary order may be different than displayed online, the tour guide will arrange it accordingly depending on the traffic, hotel arrangement, attractions opening time, etc.
(3) Tour operator reserves the right to cancel the tour prior to departure for any reason. By accepting our policy, the passenger must agree that the tour operator shall hold no responsibilities for itinerary alterations, delays or cancellation strikes, sickness, theft, loss, accidents, weather, bus issues, or any other causes.
(4) Each group requires a minimum of 4 passengers to operate a departure. The tour operator reserves the right to cancel a departure due to not meeting this basic requirement. Liability for such cancellation is limited to a full refund of the money received by us, and this will constitute a full settlement with the Tour Department.
(5) Tour operator reserves the right to decline to accept or retain any tour member for any reason before or during the tour.
(6) All prices are subject to change without prior notice.
(7) All itineraries are subject to change without notice.
(8) All passengers must obtain a valid passport and all entry/exit visas as required by immigration regulations.
(9) If the passenger has any special request to leave the tour in a certain place during the tour, it is their responsibility to notify the tour operator in advance to confirm upon booking the tour.
(10) Passengers must be self-reliant; those who require assistance must be accompanied by a friend or relative. Tour operators are NOT able to provide individual assistance for any passenger.
(11) Passengers should inform the escort or hotel reception if they are to use the hotel swimming pool. All children should be accompanied by their parents while using the pool. No lifeguard on premises swim at your own risk.
(12) Passenger(s) are responsible for his or her belonging(s). Tour operators will no longer provide services to track or trace any personal item(s).
Hotel Arrangements and no refund: All hotel and tour schedules are arranged in advance. No refunds will be given to any customer failing to appear on the departure day.
Q & A
Popular FAQs
Your tour guide will contact you one day prior to departure to reconfirm meeting details and provide important tour information. Hotel arrangements are also finalized and confirmed one day before departure.
No, meals are not included in the tour price. The tour guide will bring guests to dining locations during the tour, where you may choose and purchase meals based on your preference. Vegetarian options are available at these dining locations.
The mandatory tour package includes required services and/or attractions that are essential to the operation of the tour. The cost of the mandatory tour package is not included in the basic tour price and must be paid upon arrival.
Guests who refuse to pay the mandatory tour package fee may be denied participation, and the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service without refund.
Optional tours are additional activities or attractions that are not included in the base tour price and are offered to enhance your travel experience. Participation is voluntary, and guests may choose whether or not to join.
If you decide to participate, optional tours must be paid on site directly to the tour guide. Accepted payment methods include cash, Venmo, PayPal, and Zelle.
Participation in optional tours is completely optional. If you choose not to join, you will have free time during that period. The tour guide will inform you of the designated meeting point and time to rejoin the group and continue with the main itinerary.
If airport transfer is not included, this tour departs from fixed pickup locations, which are listed on the product page at the time of booking.
If airport transfer is included, pickup will be arranged according to your flight arrival details.
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It’s pretty decent tour. I wish there was no change of bus after the DC tour for the Amish tour. The second bus ride was very uncomfortable. Also, recommend to pick and drop at all the locations. They skip Edison drop off which falls on the same route to Jersey city.
I recommend this tour!
Very eventful
I recommend this tour!
I enjoyed this trip organized by Take Tours! The guide, Sean Sun was very polite and he informed all the group providing details about the tourist attractions hat we visited. The driver was also very polite and he made sure that we all are safe during our time on the bus. My daughter and I really loved this trip, it was a pleasant experience. I cannot wait do go in another one!
I recommend this tour!
I enjoyed this trip organized by Take Tours! The guide, Sean Sun was very polite and he informed all the group, providing details about the tourist attractions that we visited. The driver was also very polite and he made sure that we all are safe during our time on the bus. My daughter and I really loved this trip, it was a pleasant experience. I cannot wait do go in another one!
I recommend this tour!
was very nice.great vacacion trip.excelente guide and tour bus 100%
I recommend this tour!
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