Washington, D.C. and Virginia Civil Rights in 6 days

Explore Thomas Jefferson’s legacy on this tour that goes beyond his public persona as a champion of liberty to examine his private life as an enslaver. At this architectural masterpiece and plantation, learn about the realities of slavery along Mulberry Row and through the Sally Hemings exhibit.

Journey through centuries of American history and culture, from the first colonial settlements to modern life. Explore a wide range of thematic galleries filled with everyday artifacts, and national treasures like Lincoln’s top hat and the Star-Spangled Banner.

Stand before the nation’s most famous residence, a symbol of leadership and democracy since the late 18th century. Pause to take the perfect photo that’s become a classic image for visitors, framed by the neoclassical architecture and manicured grounds.

Discover a massive statue of Abraham Lincoln at one of our nation’s most iconic memorials. Immerse yourself in Lincoln’s famous words and the monument’s symbolic design of national unity as you stand where Martin Luther King, Jr. shared his dream of equality with the world.

Pay tribute to the Korean War service members as you explore the memorial’s striking sculptures and contemplative landscape. Reflect by the Pool of Remembrance and view the etched granite wall honoring veterans with its famous inscription, “Freedom is not Free.”

Feel the profound impact of this solemn, black granite wall engraved with over 58,000 names of service members who lost their lives or went missing in Vietnam. Explore nearby statues and memorials as you reflect on the courage, dedication, and sacrifice of our nation’s past and present heroes.

Stroll past manicured gardens, iconic monuments, and neoclassical government buildings. Follow your guide past the Supreme Court, Library of Congress, and other celebrated landmarks while learning about the ornate architecture and rich history of Capitol Hill.

Explore the epicenter of the African American experience during the Jim Crow era, where culture and activism flourished and legends like Duke Ellington and Langston Hughes emerged. Stop at landmarks including the Lincoln Theater, the popular activist meeting spot Ben's Chili Bowl, the African American Civil War, and Carter G. Woodson memorials.

Take a seat at this legendary 70-year-old diner and historic civil rights gathering place, where everyone from MLK Jr. and Malcolm X to Miles Davis and Prince enjoyed their favorite dishes. Discover how entrepreneurship and community support helped build lasting cultural institutions.

Take a photo outside this famous building with its many lives from church to live performance space to government facility and back to theater. Touch the actual brick President Lincoln would have passed on that doomed night in 1865 that changed American history.

Start your visit with the powerful “elevator experience,” descending into the museum’s chronological narrative. Explore African American history from slavery to the civil rights movement through reflective galleries with impactful artifacts, personal stories, and interactive exhibits.

Step inside this revered memorial to view a towering bronze statue of Thomas Jefferson and his famous quotes, celebrating his legacy in shaping American democracy and ideals. Marvel at the neoclassical design inspired by the Pantheon, including the rotunda’s iconic dome.

Explore this tranquil, 7.5-acre memorial honoring FDR’s leadership during the Great Depression and WWII. Walk through the park's four outdoor “rooms” representing each of his terms in office with bronze sculptures, symbolic waterfall features, and inscriptions of his famous quotes.

Gaze in wonder at this 30-foot granite statue of Martin Luther King, Jr., inspired by his “I Have a Dream” speech. Explore the memorial’s rich symbolism of equality, hope, and love, and contemplate the meaning behind his most famous quotes on the Inscription Wall.

Pay tribute to generations of service members as you walk among marble headstones and memorials in America’s most celebrated cemetery. Witness the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, visit the Kennedy gravesites, and uncover the history behind renowned monuments.

Admire the iconic statue based on Joe Rosenthal’s famous WWII Iwo Jima photo, depicting U.S. Marines raising the flag in a powerful tribute to their courage and sacrifice. Capture photos, admire the dramatic detail, and reflect on the bravery of U.S. Marines past and present.

Tour the home of one of America's most influential abolitionists and civil rights leaders, where Frederick Douglass wrote speeches and championed freedom, equal rights, and social justice. Learn how he escaped slavery to become a powerful global statesman, bestselling author, and U.S. Marshal.

Visit this thought-provoking Civil War monument, funded by Black Civil War veterans and sparked by a formerly enslaved woman's donation of her first $5 earned as a free person. Explore how public art inspires discussion, learn how Americans viewed emancipation when the monument was created, and discover why it could have only been built during that era.

Visit this iconic memorial honoring the 16 million Americans who served in WWII. Walk among 56 pillars symbolizing unity, see the Freedom Wall’s 4,048 gold stars for the fallen, and pause by the Rainbow Pool to reflect on the immense sacrifices made by service members.

Experience the world’s tallest stone monument honoring our nation’s first president and Founding Father. Marvel at its symbolic obelisk design and changing stone colors while capturing your own photos of this world-renowned landmark.

Step into 18th-century life at George Washington’s scenic estate and mansion while exploring historic buildings, gardens, and an education center. Learn about the first president’s life through interactive exhibits, tour the working farm, and visit the family tombs where he and Martha are buried.