Washington DC · BEYOND DC DAY TRIPS
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Below are the 15 best beyond dc day trips in Washington DC right now, with what each one costs, how long it takes, and the kind of visitor it suits. Start at number one; it is top for a reason.
One day from NYC to Washington, DC for Arlington, the National Mall, and major government landmarks, with a guided bus-and-walk route.
“Perfectly organised! A very recommend day trip with these guys!!!”
Small-group Gettysburg day trip from DC with expert guides, free park admission, Lincoln’s address stop, and a lunch break in town.
“Guide was terrific. Friendly, efficient and very nice. Tour was good, but traffic was no fun. Would do it again.”
Small-group day trip from DC to Luray Caverns and Shenandoah’s Skyline Drive, with overlooks, a short trail walk, and comfy transport.
“Nice guide and driver. Good transport. Prompt service. Safe travels. Enjoyed the trip. Had a very pleasant time on the whole. Scenic spots too .”
Full-day small-group trip from Washington DC to Gettysburg, with park admission, guided battlefield time, and downtown strolling included.
“Excellent trip. Driver was great with regards communication before pick up when we asked some questions, pick up , drop off and chat during the drive as well as accommodating a few trip goers requests when at the battlefield.”
2-day Niagara Falls trip with coach from D.C., classic daytime stops, optional Maid of the Mist, and a night illumination tour.
“Fantastic trip with your staff Thomas Chiu , the program was perfect timing with intersting place all”
Washington DC day trip from NYC: guided Capitol, Lincoln Memorial, MLK and WWII/Korean War memorials, Arlington cemetery, White House, Union Station.
“excelente el tour el guía nos dio excelente información y ayuda”
NYC to DC day trip with a guided visit to the Jefferson Memorial and cherry blossoms, plus photo stops for major monuments.
“Don't book this Tour from Viator. Same tour Jupiter legend website they offer lower price $98 I sent email to Viator lowest price guarantee no reply and after that I contacted Viator customer support and Viator provide terrible customer service”
Private Loudoun County wine tour from DC with 3 winery stops. Luxury pickup, guided tours, and flexible tasting-cost planning.
“Prime Driver! Jorge Mesquita was there sharp on time, he was very friendly, courteous, very helpful we enjoyed his company as well of the smooth trip, the car was extremely clean, setup with drinking water and confortable specious seats, very knowledgeable about the wine trip and gave us great tip of the surrounding . I Would definitely recommend and use his service's again.”
Small-group Monticello day tour from Washington DC with included transport and an official 45-minute house guide, plus 4 hours on-site.
“Monticello was really fabulous! So much history saved for us to learn from now! Galen did a fabulous job from pickup, sharing sites along the way, informative and thoughtful, delivering us to Monticello, helping us to get the most of our time there, and returning us back safely. Great value for a wonderful day!”
Small-group day trip from DC to Luray Caverns and Shenandoah Skyline Drive, with guided pacing, viewpoint stops, and optional cavern admission.
“De dagtrip met Johnny was een geslaagde dag ondanks het slechte weer. De Luray Caverns zijn mooi, maar vergeleken met andere grotten/mijnen die wij gezien hebben niet de $36,- waard. We konden helaas niet van alle mooie uitzichten genieten op de Skyline Drive door de bewolking en mist. Maar Johnny maakte er met zijn kennis, interesse en grapjes toch een leuke dag van!”
Two days from Washington DC to Niagara Falls: Maid of the Mist, Cave of the Winds, night illumination, plus Corning Museum of Glass on the return.
“This 2-day trip from Washington D.C. to Niagara Falls was unforgettable! The views of the American, Horseshoe, and Bridal Veil Falls were absolutely breathtaking. The Maid of the Mist boat ride and Cave of the Winds brought us thrillingly close to the roaring water. The night view of the falls, lit up in vibrant colors, giving a peaceful vibe. On the second day, the Corning Museum of Glass offered a fascinating change of pace. I also want to take a moment to express my appreciation to our tour guide, who is professional, friendly, and always attentive. He managed the itinerary smoothly and made sure we were comfortable and informed every…”
Private day trip from DC to Monticello with a local guide, luxury round-trip transport, and free time for lunch at Michie Tavern.
“My mom and I had a Monticello tour with our guide Elvis and the awesome driver Leonard. Elvis was very knowledgeable and we learned a lot. We had a fun time with Elvis and Leonard!!”
A fast, well-guided 2-day small-group run from Washington to Philly and New York, with hotel, breakfast, and major sights.
“This is really good trip and itinerary. The tour guide is so nice and.helpful. I have a great time in this Mew York trip.”
DC hotel pickup to Leesburg Premium Outlets with 5 hours of free shopping, small-group comfort, and $90 day-trip value.
“We had a great time at the outlet mall. Our driver Louie was so friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend.”
Guided walk from Chesapeake Beach to the Cliffs of Calvert with bay views, wildlife facts, and a stop at the Railway Museum.
“Very nice walk with great information about the area. Jana was knowledgeable and was very familiar with the walk. Nice day.”
