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From its source in West Virginia to where it empties out in Chesapeake Bay, the Potomac River is rich in American history; in fact, it's even referred to as "the Nation's River." George Washington, the first president of the United States, was born along the river, and the entirety of Washington DC—the nation's capital city—lies within the watershed.
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Washington DC Premier Dinner Cruise
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Enjoy delicious cuisine and live entertainment with a view of Washington, DC on this 2.5-3 hour dinner cruise along the Potomac River. On board the elegant Odyssey cruise ship, choose from one of three exquisitely decorated glass atrium dining rooms or head to the open-air observation deck to admire the view. Dine on a delicious 3-course meal, then dance the night away or see the famous sites of the nation’s capital — like the Washington Monument, the Lincoln Memorial, Reagan National Airport and much more under a moonlit sky.
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HK$855.03
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HK$855.03

Washington DC Signature Scenic Lunch Cruise
201
Enjoy food, fun, and entertainment with a view of Washington DC on this narrated lunch cruise along the Potomac River. Onboard the elegant Spirit of Washington, choose to cruise from three air-conditioned interior decks or the rooftop lounge. Either way, the view is spectacular, there’s a delicious buffet lunch to enjoy and a DJ is spinning the latest Top 40 hits on spacious dance floors. Look and listen as the captain points out DC’s fascinating history while drifting past the Washington Monument, Reagan National Airport and much more.
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HK$641.01
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HK$641.01

Mount Vernon and Old Town Alexandria Day Trip from Washington DC
437
Explore some of the most famous landmark locations around Washington, DC on this half-day historical sightseeing tour. Travel to Mount Vernon, George Washington's popular plantation in Virginia and one of the nation’s most beloved historic sites. Learn about his life and tour his home of more than 40 years. Then enjoy a bus trip around Old Town Alexandria. See the many historic 17th- and 18th-century homes, hear colorful stories about this founding father and discover little known facts about all the monuments, statues and buildings in the area.
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HK$653.08
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HK$653.08

Washington DC Premier Brunch Cruise
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Sip champagne onboard a luxurious yacht on a 2-hour brunch cruise along Washington DC’s scenic shoreline. Cast off from Gangplank Marina then enjoy live jazz and a sumptuous brunch buffet. Capture unforgettable images of the DC skyline while relaxing at your private table, then savor coffee or tea as you enjoy views of the capital city’s elegant cityscape.
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HK$899.45
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HK$899.45

Exclusive: Cherry Blossom Bike Tour in Washington DC
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This 2-hour bike tour in Washington DC celebrates the world-famous National Cherry Blossom Festival in the US' capital. Admire the blooming cherry trees as you cycle through Tidal Basin and East Potomac Park, while your friendly and knowledgeable guide fills you in on the history of this beloved festival. There's plenty of time to stop and take photos of not only the blooming trees, but such important national landmarks as the Jefferson Memorial, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, and Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial.
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HK$434.48
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HK$434.48

DC in a Day: 10+ Monument Stops & Seasonal Potomac River Cruise
499
Explore the famous landmarks and monuments of Washington DC on this guided 6-hour walking and riding sightseeing tour. Hop aboard a deluxe motor coach and enjoy an educational and entertaining narrated history of the nation’s capital. Stop at the White House and the United States Capitol, plus the Lincoln Memorial, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial and much more. The full-day tour features more than 30 sites with stops to at least 12 sites. It’s a great way to see many of DC’s popular attractions.
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HK$643.67
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HK$643.67

Day or Night Grand Sightseeing Tour of Washington DC with Stops at 8 Top Sites
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Get a panoramic look at Washington DC on this 4-hour Half Day sightseeing tour that provides a comprehensive introduction to the United States capital and its historical and cultural landmarks. Listen to live narration as you see dozens of attractions, such as Lincoln Memorial, the exterior of the White House, Washington Monument and the National Mall, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Arlington National Cemetery, and the Smithsonian buildings. Tour stops at 8 top Attractions including White House, US Capitol, Franklin Roosevelt Memorial, Martin Luther King Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Vietnam Memorial, and Nurses Memorial.
Bonus: Upgrade option available at checkout for those who would like to extend their half-day city hour into an 8-hour full day guided city tour including a visit to George Washington's Mount Vernon.
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HK$474.71
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HK$474.71

Washington DC in One Day: Guided Sightseeing Tour
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Experience the sights and sounds of Washington, DC in one day on this guided walking and riding sightseeing tour around the nation’s capital. Visit the city’s historic, iconic landmarks and monuments, like the White House, the United States Capitol, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and the Lincoln Memorial. See and learn about the memorials of famous American leaders who helped shape the United States, like Abraham Lincoln, Thomas Jefferson, and Martin Luther King, Jr., to name a few. Includes a seasonal Potomac River cruise.
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HK$716.08
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HK$716.08

Washington DC After Dark Sightseeing Night-Time Tour with Stops at 8 Top Sites
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There's a certain magic to Washington DC that can only be experienced at night. It's a time when the powerful Lincoln Memorial is bathed in soft white light, and the Washington Monument, Capitol, and White House appear even more grandiose. Along with a knowledgeable local guide, take a tour of Washington DC well after the sun has gone down, and feel the buzz, magic, and pulse of America's capital by night.
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HK$474.71
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HK$474.71

DC Guided Sightseeing Tour with Arlington Cemetery Entry & Potomac River Cruise
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Visit Arlington National Cemetery and explore some of the most famous monuments and memorials around Washington, DC on this guided, full-day sightseeing tour. At Arlington National, witness the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknowns, then stop at famous landmark locations like the Marine Corps War Memorial, Korean War Veterans Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial and more. Additionally, see the Lincoln Memorial, the Thomas Jefferson Memorial, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial and many more — even the White House, the United States Capitol and the National Mall.
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HK$1,045.96
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HK$1,045.96

Self-guided Waterfall Hiking Tour through Great Falls National Park
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Amble along the cliffs overlooking the Potomac River, taking in thundering waterfalls, exciting rock climbing excursions, and the region’s most perilous kayaking spots. On this self-guided audio tour, you’ll have an opportunity to explore a few hidden gems found on the Great Falls Park trails. I’ll also show you one of my favorite, wilder paths at the national park - all guided step-by-step through GPS.
You’ll see that there’s much more to Great Falls than its viewing platforms. I’ll point you in the direction of the areas tourists don't know about, including views of hidden waterfalls, the region's best rock climbing and rappelling spots, and a route along the canal and through an abandoned colonial-era city. There are also several opportunities to go off-trail to get up-close with the rapids at the falls and, if you're lucky, you might even see a daredevil kayaker trying their luck.
This tour can take up to two hours and, while it’s not especially strenuous, it’s plenty exciting!
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HK$40.23
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HK$40.23

Historic Georgetown Architecture Tour
40
With elegant mansions, churches, and a world class university, Georgetown is one of DC’s most fashionable neighborhoods. Get your bearings and explore Georgetown architecture on a 2-hour, small-group walking tour with a local guide, who will share Georgetown stories as you visit historic highlights and campus landmarks.
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HK$386.20
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HK$386.20

Visit Mount Vernon by Bike: Self-guided Ride with Optional Boat Cruise Return
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Experience the beauty of the Potomac River and Old Town Alexandria on this independent bike tour along the Mount Vernon Trail. Check out the historic estate, which was once home to George Washington, and wander through the grounds, galleries, and hallways of this stately mansion. Opt for a tour upgrade and kick back for your return trip on a narrated Potomac River cruise to Alexandria. This independent tour offers plenty of flexibility and is one of the best ways to explore Mount Vernon.
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HK$402.29
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HK$402.29

Private Tour of Washington DC
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Cruise in style through Washington DC—and glimpse many of the city’s most important landmarks—during this private limousine tour of the nation’s capital. Pick a departure time that works best for you, meet your driver at your preferred local address, and hop aboard your luxury vehicle. Then, sit back and relax as you cruise through the city, looking out for highlights like the White House, Jefferson Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, and more.
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From
HK$3,352.55
per group
From
HK$3,352.55
per group

DC Full-Day Monuments Tour with 10+ Stops and River Cruise or Jefferson Memorial
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Get up close and personal with Washington DC’s most iconic monuments—and see many of the city’s top landmarks in just half a day—on this comfortable coach tour. Meet in the morning in central DC, and hop aboard: you’ll pass more than 30 key sights, will learn more from your guide’s commentary, and will get up close and personal with the White House, Lincoln Memorial, and more. In season, you’ll also embark on a Potomac River cruise.
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HK$563.21
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HK$563.21

The Washington DC Sightseeing Flex Pass: Capital Savings at 15+ Attractions
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See Washington DC your own way with the Washington DC Sightseeing Pass, which lets you choose between 1, 2, or 4 attractions, museums, and tours that you can visit at your own pace over a 7-day period. The pass includes entrance to some of DC's top attractions such as the International Spy Museum, as well as access to niche tours (think ghost walks and historical tours), and discounts at DC restaurants.
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HK$434.48
From
HK$434.48

Mount Vernon Historical Walking Tour
3
Discover the place that President George Washington called home on a 5-hour tour to Mount Vernon. Relax and enjoy the scenery as provided transportation takes you from the capital into the countryside. Take a guided tour inside the mansion, then explore the 500 acre grounds independently and at your own pace. During the return trip to the city, stop at Christ Church in Alexandria, where Washington attended sermons.
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HK$635.62
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HK$635.62

Extended Monuments & Memorials Tour
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Don't worry about long walks or crowded buses: see the best of Washington DC's monuments and memorials without the crowds on this private pedicab tour of the nation's capital. Choose from numerous departure times from morning to evening, and meet your guide directly at your hotel. Then, climb aboard and head off: you'll discover the entire National Mall area, glimpse numerous world-renowned landmarks, and learn about the city's history from your guide.
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HK$8,021.72
per group
From
HK$8,021.72
per group

Washington, D.C. VIP Private Tour.
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RSN Tour was founded in the Washington, D.C. area with the premise that making touring plans should be easy and exciting. Our Washington, D.C. VIP Private Tours are conducted with a luxurious black Suburban that is climate controlled and offers high quality safety, comfort and a fantastic touring experience.
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HK$5,953.94
per group
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HK$5,953.94
per group

The Washington DC Sightseeing Day Pass: Save Big at 15+ Monumental Attractions
3
Discover the highlights of DC with a sightseeing pass that includes convenient hop-on hop-off bus transportation and the chance to visit more than 15 different attractions. There is so much to see in DC, it can be hard for travelers who are short on time to fit it all in. However, with this pass, you can experience everything without worrying about wasting time getting from one place to the next.
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HK$581.72
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HK$581.72

DC Combo: City Bus Tour, Seasonal Cruise, US Capitol Grounds & Capitol Hill
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Join our expert live guide on this 8-Hour Washington DC Guided Bus & Walking Tour with Grounds Access to US Capitol, Supreme Court, and Library of Congress as well as a city sightseeing portion and seasonal Potomac River Cruise. Your day includes DC's important monuments and memorials including the White House (exterior), the Lincoln Memorial and more. Tour starts with a 1.5hr outdoor walking tour of the top spots on Capitol Hill to include the Library of Congress, U.S. Capitol Building and East Grounds and the Supreme Court. Guests will get an exclusive insider's view of life in DC, as well as great opportunities to take photos and hear the exciting history of this important part of DC. Afterwards, they will be picked up to meet the rest of the group for a city tour. Seasonal Potomac Cruise is included for travel dates between March 26-October 16 while boat is operating. When boat is not operating, guests will visit 2 additional memorials: Jefferson Memorial & Eisenhower Memorial.
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From
HK$716.08
From
HK$716.08

Half-Day Washington DC Guided Bus Tour with 90-Minute Arlington Cemetery Visit
1
The DC & Arlington in a Half Day is a fast-paced and enjoyable way to see the top sights in one memorable tour. Approximately 4. hours in duration, it starts by meeting your guide outside the Arlington National Cemetery Metro station. Begin with a unique 90 minutes walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery with our friendly and knowledgeable guide, where you’ll experience the Eternal Flame at the Grave of President John F. Kennedy and the can’t-miss Changing of the Guard Ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknowns first-hand. From there you’ll travel with your guide on board our climate-controlled bus to visit such key attractions as the U.S. Capitol Building (exterior), the National Mall, the White House (exterior), the Lincoln Memorial, the Martin Luther King Memorial, the World War II Memorial, and many others. The entire tour is led by your experienced and personable tour guide who walks you through each of the sites and narrates on board when riding. Plenty of photo opportunities.
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HK$635.62
From
HK$635.62

DC Tour with 10+ Monuments, Capitol Hill & US Capitol Grounds, Seasonal Cruise
7
Join our expert live guide on this 7-Hour Washington DC Guided Bus & Walking Tour with Grounds Access to US Capitol, Supreme Court, and Library of Congress as well as a city sightseeing portion and seasonal Potomac River Cruise.
Your day includes DC's important monuments and memorials including the White House (exterior), the Lincoln Memorial and more. Tour starts with a 1.5hr outdoor walking tour of the top spots on Capitol Hill to include the Library of Congress, U.S. Capitol Building and East Grounds and the Supreme Court. Guests will get an exclusive insider's view of life in DC, as well as great opportunities to take photos and hear the exciting history of this important part of DC. Afterwards, they will be picked up to meet the rest of the group for a city tour.
Seasonal Potomac Cruise is included for travel dates between March 26-October 16 while boat is operating. When boat is not operating, guests will visit 2 additional memorials: Jefferson Memorial & Eisenhower Memorial.
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From
HK$716.08
From
HK$716.08

Washington DC Combo: City Bus Tour, Potomac River Cruise, and Arlington Cemetery
6
This unforgettable, fun 8 hour day starts with a walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery followed by a bus tour around DC's most important monuments, with stops to walk and take pictures in the company of our top-rated live guides.
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HK$1,005.73
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HK$1,005.73
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