Step beyond the capital on a private Monticello day tour from Washington, DC, a full-day experience that blends scenic travel with early American history. Ride in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle through Virginia’s countryside, passing notable landmarks and Civil War sites along the way. Once in Charlottesville, dive into the story of Thomas Jefferson with a guided visit to his hilltop estate, where architecture, innovation, and personal history all come together.
Spend time exploring Monticello’s grounds and interiors, then shift into a more relaxed pace with a stop in Charlottesville and lunch at the historic Michie Tavern, where classic American dishes are served in a setting that feels frozen in time. With a private setup and a well-paced itinerary, this experience offers a deeper, more personal way to explore one of the country’s most significant historic sites.
Sample Itinerary:
- Departure from Washington, DC in a private vehicle
- Scenic drive through Virginia with views of historic landmarks and Quantico
- Arrival at Monticello for guided estate tour
- Free time to explore the grounds and exhibits
- Stop in Charlottesville for a stroll through the town
- Lunch at Michie Tavern with traditional fare
- Return drive to Washington, DC**
Step beyond the capital on a private Monticello day tour from Washington, DC, a full-day experience that blends scenic travel with early American history. Ride in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle through Virginia’s countryside, passing notable landmarks and Civil War sites along the way. Once in Charlottesville, dive into the story of Thomas Jefferson with a guided visit to his hilltop estate, where architecture, innovation, and personal history all come together.
Spend time exploring Monticello’s grounds and interiors, then shift into a more relaxed pace with a stop in Charlottesville and lunch at the historic Michie Tavern, where classic American dishes are served in a setting that feels frozen in time. With a private setup and a well-paced itinerary, this experience offers a deeper, more personal way to explore one of the country’s most significant historic sites.
Sample Itinerary:
- Departure from Washington, DC in a private vehicle
- Scenic drive through Virginia with views of historic landmarks and Quantico
- Arrival at Monticello for guided estate tour
- Free time to explore the grounds and exhibits
- Stop in Charlottesville for a stroll through the town
- Lunch at Michie Tavern with traditional fare
- Return drive to Washington, DC**
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.
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.
