Historic America

Historic America

The ultimate American adventure

On this incredible, deluxe escorted cruisetour, you'll visit the most important destinations and legendary sights that figured in the founding of the United States, including the living history museum of the Jamestown Settlement, the re-created window into the 18th-century life at Colonial Williamsburg Historic Area, and much more.

Day 1 Washington, D.C.
Arrive in Washington, D.C. The evening is yours to do as you please. Overnight at the Doubletree Hotel (2018) / Capitol Hilton (2019).

Day 2 Washington, D.C.
After a welcome breakfast, take a tour of the capital to see landmarks such as Arlington Cemetery. Tonight, after dinner at the hotel, an amazing illuminated tour of the city awaits. Overnight at the Doubletree Hotel (2018) / Capitol Hilton (2019). (Breakfast and dinner included)

Day 3 Washington D.C. / Williamsburg
Today you'll visit George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate on the Potomac before continuing to the Jamestown Settlement living history museum. Then it's on to Colonial Williamsburg, where you'll enjoy dinner in a tavern. Overnight at the Williamsburg Lodge. (Breakfast and dinner included)

Day 4 Williamsburg
Today is a true highlight - a full day to explore Colonial Williamsburg Historic Area, offering a re-creation of life as it was in the 18th century. Overnight at the Williamsburg Lodge. (Breakfast included)

Day 5 Williamsburg / Staunton
Enjoy a scenic motorcoach ride to the historic Virginia capital of Richmond, where you'll see the sights, lunch at a tavern and visit Jefferson's Monticello Estate. Overnight at the Stonewall Jackson Hotel. (Breakfast and lunch included)

Day 6 Staunton / Gettysburg
Today you'll take the gorgeous Skyline Drive through the breathtaking Shenandoah Valley to one of the most stirring battlefields in the nation - Gettysburg. Overnight at the Wyndham Gettysburg. (Breakfast included)

Day 7 Gettysburg / Philadelphia
This morning's motorcoach drive takes you to Philadelphia. After lunch on your own, you'll enjoy visits to landmarks including independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. Overnight at the Sheraton Society Hill. (Breakfast included)

Day 8 Philadelphia / New York / Embark Ship
After breakfast, take a motorcoach from Philadelphia to New York, where you will board your ship and begin your voyage. (Breakfast included)

Day 8 - 15 Cruise
You can combine this Land Tour with our “Canada & New England” cruises.