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Duration: 11 hours
Package: Up to 5 people

Overview

Travel back to the beginnings of America on a private Colonial Williamsburg full day tour from Washington, DC to Williamsburg, Virginia. This guided experience visits Jamestown, Yorktown, and Colonial Williamsburg for an in-depth look at the nation’s early history.

🏘️ Walk through a recreated 18th-century town with live historical interpreters

📍 Stand on significant landmarks tied to early American settlements and independence

🚐 Enjoy a private, full-day journey with door-to-door transportation

🕰️ Experience multiple historic sites in one day with time to explore each location

Take a deep dive into early American history with a private full day tour of Colonial Williamsburg from Washington, DC, a thoughtfully paced journey through the places where the nation first took shape. Travel in a private, comfortable vehicle as the scenery shifts from the capital to historic Virginia, setting the tone for a day filled with immersive storytelling and hands-on exploration. From the first English settlement to the fight for independence, each stop builds a clearer picture of how the United States came to be.

Walk through Jamestown, stand on the grounds of the Yorktown Battlefield, and spend time in Colonial Williamsburg, where historic streets are brought to life by interpreters and preserved buildings. With a private setup, the experience allows for a more flexible pace and time to fully take in each location. It’s a full-day outing that blends travel, history, and meaningful moments across some of the country’s most important sites.

Sample Itinerary:

  • Departure from Washington, DC with private transportation
  • Scenic drive to Williamsburg, Virginia
  • Jamestown walking tour
  • Break and lunch time (meal not included)
  • Colonial Williamsburg guided walking tour
  • Drive through Yorktown Battlefield with historical commentary
  • Return to Washington, DC departure point

Take a deep dive into early American history with a private full day tour of Colonial Williamsburg from Washington, DC, a thoughtfully paced journey through the places where the nation first took shape. Travel in a private, comfortable vehicle as the scenery shifts from the capital to historic Virginia, setting the tone for a day filled with immersive storytelling and hands-on exploration. From the first English settlement to the fight for independence, each stop builds a clearer picture of how the United States came to be.

Walk through Jamestown, stand on the grounds of the Yorktown Battlefield, and spend time in Colonial Williamsburg, where historic streets are brought to life by interpreters and preserved buildings. With a private setup, the experience allows for a more flexible pace and time to fully take in each location. It’s a full-day outing that blends travel, history, and meaningful moments across some of the country’s most important sites.

Sample Itinerary:

  • Departure from Washington, DC with private transportation
  • Scenic drive to Williamsburg, Virginia
  • Jamestown walking tour
  • Break and lunch time (meal not included)
  • Colonial Williamsburg guided walking tour
  • Drive through Yorktown Battlefield with historical commentary
  • Return to Washington, DC departure point

When do I choose a date?

After purchase, you can request your preferred dates and times by following the instructions in the email you receive. If it's a gift, the recipient will also get an email with booking instructions.

Year-Round,
Daily 7:00am

When do I choose a date?

After purchase, you can request your preferred dates and times by following the instructions in the email you receive. If it's a gift, the recipient will also get an email with booking instructions.

Year-Round,
Daily 7:00am

Any restrictions to participate?
  • Age: All age groups are welcome.
  • Physical limitations: This tour includes walking tours of Jamestown and Colonial Williamsburg, plus a ride through the Yorktown Battlefield. Good walking ability is recommended for the walking tour portions.
Who can you accommodate for?
  • Children: Children under 3 years old ride for free if held in a parent's lap during the tour.
  • Individuals with disabilities: Foldable wheelchairs can be accommodated on board. Full-size wheelchairs that require a ramp cannot be accommodated on the standard fleet — guests should contact the provider to make alternative vehicle arrangements.
  • Pets: Pets are not permitted. Certified service animals are welcome; staff may ask what task the animal has been trained to perform.
What to expect on the day of the experience?
  • Duration: 11 hours. Tour may go slightly longer based on participant engagement throughout the tour.
  • What's included:
    • Round-trip private transport in a luxury air-conditioned vehicle from Washington DC to Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia.
    • The full-day itinerary includes: a 1.5-hour walking tour of Jamestown (the site of the first permanent English settlement in North America), a 1-hour break/lunch stop (meal not included), a 2.5-hour guided walking tour of Colonial Williamsburg (reserved access to the world's largest living history museum, with live historical interpreters), and a 1.5-hour ride through the Yorktown Battlefield (site of the decisive 1781 Revolutionary War victory).
    • Complimentary bottled water
    • Gratuities are not included in the ticket price.
  • Who will be present: A dedicated expert local guide and driver for the exclusive use of the group.
  • Spectators: No spectators are allowed; all guests must have a ticket/reservation.
  • Photo/video: Photos and videos are encouraged throughout the tour.
  • Specific rules to follow: No food or luggage is permitted on the bus. Full-size baby strollers cannot be accommodated; collapsible strollers that fit under a seat are acceptable.
How to prepare?
  • Weather dependency: Rain or shine, the tour will be running.
  • Arrival: Plan to arrive at least 15–20 minutes before departure. Seats are held up to 10 minutes before departure; after that, outstanding reservations may be marked as "no shows." If running late, call 202-733-7376.
  • Parking: SpotHero is recommended for reserving parking near the departure point. Additional options can be found via Google Maps. The Archives/Navy Memorial Metro stop (Green and Yellow Lines) is directly adjacent to the departure location.
  • What to wear: Comfortable clothing and good walking shoes are recommended.
  • What to bring:
    • The email booking confirmation
    • Tips for the guide and driver are not included (standard rate: 15%, or $8–$10 per person)
  • Restrooms: Restrooms are available at the US Navy Memorial departure point and at stops throughout the tour.
Anything else I should know?
  • Colonial Williamsburg, Jamestown, and Yorktown are located in Virginia, approximately 3 hours each way from Washington DC.
  • Colonial Williamsburg is the world's largest living history museum, featuring costumed historical interpreters who portray life in 18th-century America. The experience is immersive and highly recommended for families, history enthusiasts, and first-time visitors.
  • Blackout dates for tours:Jan 1, Jan 20, Mar 18, Apr 2, Apr 15, May 7, May 28, May 29, Jul 4, Aug 28, Oct 8, Oct 29, Nov 23, Dec 25, Dec 31.

Any restrictions to participate?
  • Age: All age groups are welcome.
  • Physical limitations: This tour includes walking tours of Jamestown and Colonial Williamsburg, plus a ride through the Yorktown Battlefield. Good walking ability is recommended for the walking tour portions.
Who can you accommodate for?
  • Children: Children under 3 years old ride for free if held in a parent's lap during the tour.
  • Individuals with disabilities: Foldable wheelchairs can be accommodated on board. Full-size wheelchairs that require a ramp cannot be accommodated on the standard fleet — guests should contact the provider to make alternative vehicle arrangements.
  • Pets: Pets are not permitted. Certified service animals are welcome; staff may ask what task the animal has been trained to perform.
What to expect on the day of the experience?
  • Duration: 11 hours. Tour may go slightly longer based on participant engagement throughout the tour.
  • What's included:
    • Round-trip private transport in a luxury air-conditioned vehicle from Washington DC to Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia.
    • The full-day itinerary includes: a 1.5-hour walking tour of Jamestown (the site of the first permanent English settlement in North America), a 1-hour break/lunch stop (meal not included), a 2.5-hour guided walking tour of Colonial Williamsburg (reserved access to the world's largest living history museum, with live historical interpreters), and a 1.5-hour ride through the Yorktown Battlefield (site of the decisive 1781 Revolutionary War victory).
    • Complimentary bottled water
    • Gratuities are not included in the ticket price.
  • Who will be present: A dedicated expert local guide and driver for the exclusive use of the group.
  • Spectators: No spectators are allowed; all guests must have a ticket/reservation.
  • Photo/video: Photos and videos are encouraged throughout the tour.
  • Specific rules to follow: No food or luggage is permitted on the bus. Full-size baby strollers cannot be accommodated; collapsible strollers that fit under a seat are acceptable.
How to prepare?
  • Weather dependency: Rain or shine, the tour will be running.
  • Arrival: Plan to arrive at least 15–20 minutes before departure. Seats are held up to 10 minutes before departure; after that, outstanding reservations may be marked as "no shows." If running late, call 202-733-7376.
  • Parking: SpotHero is recommended for reserving parking near the departure point. Additional options can be found via Google Maps. The Archives/Navy Memorial Metro stop (Green and Yellow Lines) is directly adjacent to the departure location.
  • What to wear: Comfortable clothing and good walking shoes are recommended.
  • What to bring:
    • The email booking confirmation
    • Tips for the guide and driver are not included (standard rate: 15%, or $8–$10 per person)
  • Restrooms: Restrooms are available at the US Navy Memorial departure point and at stops throughout the tour.
Anything else I should know?
  • Colonial Williamsburg, Jamestown, and Yorktown are located in Virginia, approximately 3 hours each way from Washington DC.
  • Colonial Williamsburg is the world's largest living history museum, featuring costumed historical interpreters who portray life in 18th-century America. The experience is immersive and highly recommended for families, history enthusiasts, and first-time visitors.
  • Blackout dates for tours:Jan 1, Jan 20, Mar 18, Apr 2, Apr 15, May 7, May 28, May 29, Jul 4, Aug 28, Oct 8, Oct 29, Nov 23, Dec 25, Dec 31.

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No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked, but you can reschedule up to 7 days before your experience, for a date within a year of the original booking. To reschedule, contact the experience provider directly. No-shows or rescheduling less than 7 days in advance means losing the value of your experience.

Unused Experience Vouchers can be returned within 14 days for a full refund to the original purchaser, no questions asked.

If you have any unused Experience Vouchers, you can exchange them for anything else in our marketplace, no matter when. If you choose an experience that's more expensive, you'll need to pay the difference, but if you choose one that costs less, you'll receive a credit towards your next booking.

No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked, but you can reschedule up to 7 days before your experience, for a date within a year of the original booking. To reschedule, contact the experience provider directly. No-shows or rescheduling less than 7 days in advance means losing the value of your experience.

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