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Visit Monticello, the historic home of Thomas Jefferson. Explore his vision for America, the realities of slavery, and the iconic architecture of this mountaintop estate in 1-day tour.
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Free cancellationCancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
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Free pickupA complimentary hotel pick-up service is offered.
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Live guidingEnglish
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Valid1 day
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Includes
- Professional vehicles transportation (Vehicle used based on the number of guests attending that day)
- Professional Driver and Guide (or Driver-Guide)
- Admission ticket: Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello(If price option selected)
- Admission ticket: 45 mins official guided Highlights Tour(If price option selected)
- Bottled water
- Taxes and fees
- Food and beverage
- Gratuities(15%~20% Recommend)
- Admission ticket: Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello(If price option not selected)
- Admission ticket: 45 mins official guided Highlights Tour(If price option not selected)
- Any personal expenses are not listed in Fee Included
Highlights
- Depart from Washington D.C. for a day trip to Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello.
- Explore the life,vision&legacy of the author of the Declaration of Independence.
- Learn about the realities of slavery on the Monticello plantation.
- Discover the iconic mountaintop architecture and beautifully designed gardens.
- Enjoy a 45-minute official guided Highlights Tour (included if option selected).
Description
Today, depart from Washington D.C. to visit Monticello, the historic home of Thomas Jefferson, author of the Declaration of Independence. Explore Jefferson’s vision for America, the realities of plantation life, and the estate’s iconic mountaintop architecture.
Itinerary:
Washington D.C. → Monticello (4 hours, admission and a 45-minute official guided Highlights Tour included if selected) → Washington D.C.
About Monticello
Monticello is Thomas Jefferson’s autobiographical masterpiece, a project he designed and refined over more than 40 years. Its gardens served as a botanical showcase, food source, and experimental laboratory for plants from around the world.
- By selecting an option and completing your booking, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to the tour's full product description, including all details about itinerary, included and excluded fees. Your payment indicates your acceptance of these terms.
- Age and Safety: Customers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pregnant women may join if under 24 weeks by the trip's end.
- Children under the age of 8 require a booster seat to participate in the tour group
- Normal health conditions are required to participate and enjoy our full itineraries
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Booking Guidelines:To stay together on the same bus, provide all confirmation numbers once your bookings are complete.
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