Below, you’ll find an example of one of our most popular itinerary choices, but we can tailor-make yours from scratch to meet your exact requirements...

Washington DC - 5 days from £719pp*

Travelling on selected dates in  March 2012. Price includes return flights (all taxes & charges included), airport transfers to & from accommodation, 3 nights' room-only accommodation at Hotel Harrington, extensive group travel insurance and a generous free place ratio of 1 in 10

And then add our most popular itinerary package below for £16pp*

Our most popular visits in Washington DC for General & Cultural school trips

Here are some of our most popular visits in Washington DC for General & Cultural groups. We can tailor-make an itinerary to your exact needs. Call 0845 688 8988 to create your itinerary from scratch today.

Leisure Visits & Attractions

Walking Tour - Political / Historical Sites

Our experienced guides will bring the story of the 2008 presidential election to life as students take a half-day tour through, and gain an understanding of, the roles of:

• The Senate
• House of Representatives
• Supreme Court
• The Library of Congress

Walking Tour - Washington Memorials

Take students on a half-day tour of the history of the United States, as our guides explain the relevance of the many memorials including the Jefferson Memorial, Franklin D Roosevelt Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Arlington Cemetery, the Lincoln Memorial and the Vietnam Memorial.

Holocaust Memorial Museum

Students will never forget a visit to this museum, as it explains the history of the Holocaust in a unique and immensely thought provoking manner.

National Air & Space Museum

Discover the history of America’s aeronautical industry, from the Wright Brothers first flyer in 1903, to the Apollo 11 command module. Other famous planes in this fabulous collection include: Amelia Earhart’s Lockheed Vega, the Spirit of St. Louis, the Enola Gay and the Apollo 11 spacesuits.

Smithsonian Institution

An endless choice of themed and often free museums and even the national zoo to choose from!

National Museum of American History

Take a tour through the collection of over three million artifacts that tell the story of American History and all aspects of its changing culture in an entertaining and light-hearted manner. See historically important pieces such as the original star-spangled banner and Abraham Lincoln’s hat as well as iconic film and television memorabilia including Kermit the Frog and the ruby slippers from the Wizard of Oz.

Art Galleries

The nation's capital offers art and design opportunities that can arguably rival the galleries and museumes of New York City. Options include:

• National Gallery of Art
• National Portrait Gallery
• Smithsonian American Art Museum
• Hirshorn Museum & Sculpture Garden
• Corcoran Gallery of Art

Below, you'll find some of our most popular accommodation options for school groups.

This is just a sample of our full range, so for full details of all properties available, please call 0845 688 8988 to speak to one of our Educational Travel Advisors today.

Hotel Harrington

This is a friendly, traditional hotel offering a simple level of comfort. Its exciting location is convenient for public transport and walking tours to most city sights.

Hotel Harrington

Hotel Harrington provides simple accommodation in an excellent central location, with vast experience of accommodating school/student groups and always provides an efficient and friendly service.

Address 11th and E Street NW Washington DC 2004-1398 View map of location	Local Rating Youth hotel (equivalent to British 2 star)
	Capacity 242 rooms over 11 floors

Location Information

Situated on a busy street surrounded by shops and cafés. The hotel is 2 blocks from the nearest Metro station.

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Accommodation Facilities

• Reception
• Bar/cafe
• Restaurant
• Internet access
• 2 lifts
• Disabled facilities: There are 6 rooms that have been specially adapted for disabled guests.

Student Rooms

• 4-6 bedded rooms (students sharing large double beds, individual beds are available)
• En-suite facilities
• Air conditioning
• TV
• Telephone

Staff Rooms

• Twins/singles
• En-suite facilities
• Air conditioning
• TV
• Telephone

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Comfort Inn Downtown

One of the smaller hotels in Washington built in a European style (brickwork) with rooms spread over 8 floors.

Comfort Inn Downtown

A friendly, traditional hotel offering a simple level of comfort in a safe environment.

Address 1201 13th St. N.W., 20005 Washington DC USA View map of location	Local Rating Tourist Class
	Capacity 100 rooms with a maximum capacity of 280 guests

Location Information

The hotel is located in a residential area just east of Thomas Circle. The Metro-Rail is only four blocks away from the hotel -Union Station (Red Line Wheaton/Shady Grove), the hotel is ten blocks from the White House, Smithsonian Museums an MCI Arena and six blocks from the Convention Centre.

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Accommodation Facilities

• 24-hour Reception
• Lift
• Cafe / breakfast room / meeting room
• Public phones
• Vending machines
• Guest laundry service
• Coach parking facilities
• Disabled facilities: This property has no specific facilities or adapted rooms for disabled clients.

 Student Rooms

• 2 king size beds, option to:
• Bed share – 4 students per room
• Individual beds – 2 students per room
• En-suite facilities
• Air conditioning
• TV
• Telephone
• Tea & coffee making facilities

 Staff Rooms

• Twins/Singles
• En-suite facilities
• Air conditioning
• TV
• Telephone
• Tea & coffee making facilities

 Safety Guidance

The hotel conforms to all local standards, which does not require fire doors that self-close.  Therefore groups are advised, for additional security, to ensure doors are shut at night.

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Capitol Skyline Hotel

A comfortable, stylish hotel, providing excellent customer service from attentive staff, offering great value and comfort

Capitol Skyline Hotel

A comfortable, spacious hotel offering, a wide range of services within easy access of public transportation and key sights.

Address 10 Street Southwest DC 20024 Washington DC USA View map of location	Local Rating 3* superior equivalent
	Capacity 203 luxury rooms over 7 floors, some with views of Capitol building

Location Information

The Capitol Skyline Hotel is situated in the heart of downtown Washington, within 10 minutes walking distance of the Navy Yard /Waterfront metro station and only few short stops from the US Capitol, National Park Baseball Stadium, Smithsonian museums and restaurants. A complimentary shuttle service is available to and from the metro station and sights.

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Accommodation Facilities

• 24-hour Reception
• Conference / meeting room
• Fitness centre
• Outdoor swimming pool (open May-September)
• Bar / lounge
• Gift shop
• Laundry facilities / dry cleaning service
• Luggage storage
• Cash machine
• Disabled facilities: The hotel is fully equipped and has a number of rooms to accommodate disabled guests

 Student Rooms

• 2 king size beds, option to:
• Bed share – 4 students per room
• Individual beds – 2 students per room
• En-suite facilities
• Central heating
• Air conditioning
• Internet access
• TV
• Digital safety boxes
• Hairdryers
• Iron & ironing board
• Towels

 Staff Rooms

• Twins/Singles
• En-suite facilities
• Central heating
• Air conditioning
• Internet access
• TV
• Digital safety boxes
• Hairdryers
• Iron & ironing board
• Towels

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We can pre-book your meals, before you go, at a wide number of eateries and restaurants, helping make your itinerary run smoothly and enabling you to get the most out of your time away.