Land Journey

In Freedom's Footsteps: New York to Washington, DC

Ken Burns American Journeys
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Year, Departure Type

Select small group departures (averaging 24 Tauck guests), or classic departures, and the year you would like to travel.

Days
12
From (per Person)
$12,390 AUD
Journey Type
Land
Time of Year
Mar - May, Sep, Dec
Cities & Landmarks
New York City, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Williamsburg, Richmond, Gettysburg, Mount Vernon
Lincoln Memorial
Washington D.C.

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Overview

experience with tauck

 

TAUCK EXCLUSIVE – Filmed narratives, exclusively produced for Tauck by filmmakers Ken Burns & Dayton Duncan, feature new insights based on themes from their films, including the Revolutionary War; note – 2026 is America's Semiquincentennial (250th celebration)!

 

TAUCK EXCLUSIVE – Early admission & behind-the-scenes experience at the National Archives

 

TAUCK EXCLUSIVE – Early-opening private tour of the Museum of the American Revolution

 

TAUCK EXCLUSIVE – Welcome dinner at the One World Observatory with priority access and a self-guided visit of the 360 degree/panoramic view of New York City

 

tauck value includes

 

Visits to such iconic national historic sites as Independence Hall, Monticello, Mount Vernon, Gettysburg, Washington DC, National Mall monuments and more

 

A one-man performance by an actor who depicts "Patrick Henry" most famous speech at historic St. John's Church in Richmond 

 

SEE WHAT YOUR JOURNEY INCLUDES

Activity

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On some days, walking extends to 2–3.5 miles (~4,000–7,000 steps), with occasional stairs, hills, or uneven surfaces. Standing periods may last up to 90 minutes, but this level still includes breaks and lower-effort days.

Pace

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A steady daily tempo with 2–3 guided activities. Most days include early departures balanced with rest periods or scenic downtime. Transitions between cities occur every 2–3 days.

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Legendary Journeys and Adventures

One year after America's Semiquincentennial (250th celebration), you'll travel back in time to walk in the footsteps of American history on a journey that traverses significant periods from the earliest settlements through present day... Discover the nation's economic expansion and industrial growth... 18th-century social and religious movements... the Civil War... political diversity... and the defining themes that shaped the American experience century upon century.

Explore New York City, a beacon of economic expansion and industrial prowess; stand on the hallowed grounds of Pennsylvania, where the American Army was born; and walk the storied battlefields of Gettysburg with a licensed guide where you'll gain insights into the Civil War. Step into the hallowed halls of history with a National Park Service Ranger at Independence Hall, where the bold visions of the Founding Fathers came to life with the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. Savor the flavors of the colonial era, enjoy inspired cuisine, and learn about Thomas Jefferson and wine. America's path is rich with history and tradition, inviting you to discover a storied past.

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Tauck Exclusive – Behind-the-scenes at the National Archives

Day 10

Exclusive early-opening, behind-the-scenes experience at the National Archives

Enjoy a Tauck Exclusive – early entry into the Rotunda of the National Archives, before the doors open to the public, to see the original Founding Documents (the Constitution, Declaration of Independence, and Bill of Rights) with a private welcome by an Archives insider. Then go behind the scenes where a researcher will provide you with a rare look at how historic documents are preserved using the latest archival techniques.

Williamsburg Lodge Inn Upgrade

Nights 6 and 7

Everything you want in a getaway in the heart of Williamsburg's Historic Area

From a day spent at the spa to time on the golf course and everything in between, Williamsburg Lodge offers a relaxing retreat just steps away from all the action at Colonial Williamsburg. One of John D. Rockefeller, Jr.'s original Colonial Williamsburg hotels, close to Williamsburg's famous Historic Area, Williamsburg Lodge presents the ambiance of a southern family home, with furnishings inspired by art from the nearby Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum. A Tauck Exclusive upgrade option to a limited number of rooms at the Williamsburg Inn for nights 6 and 7 is available at an additional cost per person; ask at booking for details.

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Your Journey

Pricing & Availability

Upgrade to the Williamsburg Inn in Williamsburg (AUD):

Tauck Exclusive upgrade option to a limited number of rooms at the Williamsburg Inn (nights 6 and 7, limited availability) at an additional cost per person as detailed below; ask at booking for details. 

Double – AUD $490; Single – AUD $830; Triples – N/A

About Booking This Tour

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Deposit & Booking Information

See your travel advisor, or call Tauck at 1800-962-043 to make a reservation.

Deposit Information:

The deposit and the fees for the optional Protection Plan are due at time of booking. Your deposit is AUD $450.

Terms and Conditions:

For additional information pertaining to our Tauck Journeys, including Cancellation Information and Booking Conditions, click here to learn more.

At the time of booking, please have the following information ready:

  • Tour Name and Departure Date Desired
  • Traveler Name(s):  Please have first and last names as they appear on the passport or driver's license.
  • Traveler's Address(es)
  • Traveler's Phone Number(s)
  • Emergency Contact Information: This would be a relative or friend whom we could contact during the tour in the event of an emergency. Please provide their name and phone number(s).
  • Interest in purchasing a travel protection product (US and Canada)
  • Interest in extending your trip by staying in a Tauck recommended hotel before your trip begins or after it ends
  • Interest in our specially negotiated airfares.

Regarding your final payment:

Final Payment is due in the Tauck Australia office as specified on the invoice. Bookings without full payment at this time may be subject to cancellation without notice. 

 

Protect Your Travel Investment

Cancellation Fee Waiver - Should you have to cancel your trip for any reason, Tauck's Cancellation Fee Waiver reduces the regular cancellation fees outlined herein, provided we are notified of cancellation before your trip departs. Certain terms and restrictions apply.

If You Have To Cancel

If you cancel within 10 days of initial deposit

Within the first 10 days after you place your initial deposit, you may cancel your reservation for any reason with no cancellation fees.

 

If you cancel more than 10 days after initial deposit

Regardless of reason, cancellations of confirmed bookings result in costly penalties and fees from hotels, ship operators and other travel providers. Therefore, the per person fees listed below will apply:

 

Land Tours

 

Cancellation penalties for land tours apply as follows:

60 days or more before departure

Loss of Deposit.

 

8 days before departure

25% total cost of tour

 

7 days or less before departure

50% of total cost of tour

 

Cruises & Train Tours

 

120 days or more before departure

Loss of Deposit.

 

60 days before departure

Loss of 50% of tour cost, not including air (if applicable)

 

59-1 day before departure

Loss of 100% of tour cost, not including air (if applicable)

 

Please note -  Airfares included on On-Tour Flights required with any of Tauck tours may be subject to different cancellation fees not outlined above.

* For services included in your booking that are not provided by Tauck, additional cancellation fees may be incurred

* Travel Professionals may impose their own cancellation fees.

 

Time of cancellation is when notice is received in Tauck's Wilton, CT office.

 

In the event of an unforeseen circumstance beyond our control, Tauck reserves the right to amend the cancellation terms outlined herein.

 

Tour Interruption Fees: If you have to interrupt your tour en route, you may be entitled to a refund for the unused land portion if it exceeds 24 hours; certain restrictions apply. Such refunds are based upon the number of overnights missed less a fee of AUD $50 per person per day for unused transportation and other fixed expenses.

Partial Room Cancellation: A person who cancels or leaves a tour while a roommate remains constitutes a cancellation of one type of accommodation and rebooking of another type of accommodation. The price charged to the remaining person is the new, higher price for the new accommodation.

 

Travel Terms and Conditions

Click here to find Tauck's Travel Terms & Conditions.

Trip Prep & Essentials

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The Tauck Experience

Why Tauck?

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One Upfront Price – No Hidden Costs

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Never Settle For Ordinary

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Book Today... And Travel Dreams Begin

Discover The World

Call us, or call your travel advisor, to book your preferred departure date today – and explore our beautiful brochures to find your inspiration for your next journey.

Book Today... And Travel Dreams Begin

Discover The World

Call us, or call your travel advisor, to book your preferred departure date today – and explore our beautiful brochures to find your inspiration for your next journey.

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