Presidential Inauguration – Student Tour
Join Us for the 60th Presidential Inauguration 2025
Celebrate America and Democracy January 17-21, 2025 or January 18-21, 2025 Get ready for an unforgettable journey to Washington, DC, for the 2025 Presidential Inauguration! This student tour is a front-row seat to history, offering a unique opportunity to explore iconic sites like the National Archives, Mount Vernon, and Arlington National Cemetery, while learning about democracy and the American political process. The adventure doesn't stop there! Celebrate at our Student Mock Inaugural Ball, where you'll mingle with "Founding Fathers," enjoy a buffet dinner, and dance the night away at a DJ party!Duration
5 Days /4 Nights
Group size
Min. 50
Customization
Available!
Price
From $949.00
Highlights Include:
- Arlington National Cemetery
- John F. Kennedy Center of the Performing Arts
- Kennedy Center's New JFK Exhibit
- Capitol Visitors Center*
- Library of Congress*
- National Archives
- Hall of Presidents at the National Portrait Gallery
- Illuminated Monument Tour
- George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate
- Smithsonian Museums on the National Mall
- 60th Inauguration Ceremony
- 60th Annual Inaugural Parade
- Inauguration Patriotic Celebration Dinner & Mock Inaugural Ball
- Expertly handled DC logistics & Guided City Touring with Full-time Licensed DC Escort / Guide
Sample Itinerary ~
Day 1 - Friday, January 17, 2025- Arrive in the Nation’s Capital where you’ll meet up with your full-time licensed DC Tour Guide who will expertly handle D.C. logistics and offer in-depth commentary on all things Washington, DC, as well as fascinating Inaugural history. Visit Arlington National Cemetery to see the Kennedy gravesite and other presidents interred within America’s most sacred square mile. Walk through the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts where you’ll witness the larger-than-life bronze bust of John F. Kennedy, view the breathtaking landscape of the Nation’s City from the rooftop terrace, and explore the new JFK Exhibit. Enjoy a Welcome Dinner at a local, popular favorite restaurant prior to checking-in to your student-friendly MARS-Partner property hotel. Uniformed security officers will be present each night. (Meals: L, D)
- Enjoy a full, hot breakfast at your hotel this morning. Depart with your Guide for a day of adventure! Begin with a visit to Capitol Hill where you’ll climb the famous “Hill” for a tour of the Capitol Visitors Center* and the Library of Congress*. See the Supreme Court and enjoy an included lunch at the Capitol Visitor Center Café. Embark with your Guide on a District City Tour to include visits to see iconic locations such as the Presidential Memorials, Lincoln, Jefferson, FDR, and Eisenhower, see the National Archives, and the Hall of Presidents at the National Portrait Gallery. Stop for a delicious dinner included before an evening Illuminated Monuments and Memorials Tour where DC’s famous landscape is highlighted by the soft glow of warm lights against the night sky. (Meals: B, L, D)
- Enjoy breakfast at the hotel this morning before traveling to George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate, nestled on a lush hill overlooking the Potomac River, where our country’s first president escaped the rigors of public life. You’ll tour the historic mansion containing many of George and Martha’s original belongings and décor. Enjoy lunch while exploring the estate. Visit historic Ford’s Theatre and the White House Visitor Center. Stop by the Airforce Memorial on your way to an included dinner at a local favorite restaurant before returning to the hotel for an early evening for lots of rest. (Meals: B, L, D)
- Rise and shine very early and snatch a ‘Grab & Go’ breakfast on your way into the city this morning. Today, your group will witness the Inauguration in Washington, DC, followed by the annual Inaugural Parade! This exciting, historic event will be accompanied by various festivities throughout the day. In between events, you’ll have time to pop in and visit some of the Smithsonian Museums on the National Mall. Return to the hotel late afternoon to rest and freshen up for this evening’s grand finale: The 60th Inauguration Patriot Celebration & Mock Inaugural Ball. (Meals: B, D)
- Enjoy breakfast at the hotel this morning prior to checking out and departing for home with cameras full of iconic images and future historical records! (Meals: B)
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