Arlington to Mount Vernon: American History Tour

Explore George Washington’s historic home at Mount Vernon on a private tour. Visit the restored mansion, enjoy lunch, and experience the Changing of the Guard at Arlington National Cemetery.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • George Washington’s Mount Vernon - Visitors can explore the mansion, which has been meticulously restored to its 1799 appearance. Additionally, there is a 4D movie experience where snow falls in the theater in sync with the movie.
  • Arlington National Cemetery - Witness the solemn Changing of the Guard ceremony and take a moment to honor John F. Kennedy.
What's Included
  • Visit George and Martha Washington’s final resting place at Washington’s Tomb.
  • Convenient hotel pickup and dropoff included in the tour.
  • Travel in a luxury, air-conditioned vehicle for comfort between destinations.
  • Free tram tickets for easy navigation around Arlington Cemetery.
  • Witness the Changing of the Guard ceremony at the Tomb of the…
What's Not Included
  • Any personal purchases or expenses.
Additional Information

Explore the vibrant history of America, beginning at Arlington Cemetery and concluding at Mount Vernon.
Arlington Cemetery:
The journey starts with honoring those who have served the nation. Witness the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, visit the Kennedy Gravesite, and delve into the deep history of this revered site.
**Mount…

Location
George Washington's Mount Vernon
3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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166scotts
Aug 6, 2026
A++ family experience with Chris at Arlington and Mt. Vernon - Chris, who is the owner of the business, is by far the most phenomenal tour guide we have ever had on any vacation. He was so dedicated to making sure that we covered every square inch of Mt. Vernon and Arlington National Cemetery, taking us to see spots other tour guides do not typically take you. Also impressive, was Chris' encyclopedic knowledge of both sites, in addition to knowledge about all other sites of Washington D.C., our national history, and key figures in our national history. I asked him how he knew so much, and he shared that he spends a great deal of his time in places like the Library of Congress, the DC museums, and in reading countless books about our nation's history and our key figures. Finally, Chris is just a great guy to share the day with. My son and I were blown away and so appreciative of having the privilege of having Chris host us for the day.
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Juliegee777
Jul 8, 2026
Above and beyond experience! - Chris was spectacular! We anticipated more of a scripted presentation, closely monitored times and being ushered along. Instead it was as if your favorite cousin took you on the tour, he was friendly and personable. He not only knew the the area and history of the surroundings but he thoroughly knew the history and details of Arlington and Washington's Mount Vernon. He gave us guidance and pointed out easy to miss significant landmarks. He was accommodating, flexible, and punctual. We had such a great time.
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Angelagd5728fj
Jul 1, 2026
Amazing - Absolutely loved this tour. So informative and fun.
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Jennifer_l
Apr 18, 2026
Fantastic tour! - This was a great way to see both Arlington National Cemetery and Mount Vernon all in one day, without the worry of figuring out transportation! Christopher shared his knowledge throughout the day and we learned a lot! So much better with a guide, than trying to figure it out on our own!
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Sierra_b
Mar 23, 2026
Great day! - This was a wonderful experience and learning from Chris was great! We enjoyed the drive and the food at Mt Vernon was great, too!
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Ashleyoconnor86
Mar 23, 2026
Great trip and great guide - Our family had a great time on this tour! Our guide was knowledgeable and obviously loves what he does. There was never a lag, even when we were diving or walking from place to place, he was relaying new information. He also gave us options on how much and how little we wanted to do. This tour was definitely a highlight of our D.C. trip!
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Stephanie_r
Nov 29, 2025
Mount Vernon & Arlington National Cemetery tour - Christopher was great! He is friendly, knowledgeable and fun with his facts. He is kid-friendly and riding in his Sprinter van was super comfortable. We’ll be back to do more with him!
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Lonniee2016
Jul 14, 2025
Great day at Arlington cemetary and Mount Vernon - Chris was a very knowledgeable guide and knows his history and facts. Had bathrooms and watering holes figures out. Spent 6 hours and no one in the family regretted hiring him. Considering doing more tours with him while in DC. Thanks Chris for the great day and going above and beyond....
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Renae_h
Apr 29, 2025
Chris was awesome! Worth every penny! - Chris was great! Showed up on time, adjusted the tour to what we wanted to do, was a wealth of knowlege and ensured we were not run over by all those teenagers (had eldery in our group)!!!. He was a wonderful guide!
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Gracie_e
Mar 18, 2025
Worth the expense - Our tour guide was a wealth of information. He was very patient with my kids and adapted the tour to fit our needs. Although more expensive than I wanted to pay, compared to the other options, it was worth the experience for the quality.
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From $975 (Per Group)
up to 15 guests
1 - Traveler
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).