🎶 TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
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Perform at Iconic Venues – share your music at the Lincoln Memorial, Mount Vernon, and Colonial Williamsburg, surrounded by history.
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Explore Smithsonian Museums – including the National Air and Space Museum, home to rockets, airplanes, and the story of flight.
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Experience the Nation’s Capital – guided visits to Monuments & Memorials, the U.S. Capitol, and the Library of Congress.
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Honor Heroes at Arlington – witness the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and visit the Marine Corps Memorial.
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Step Back in Time – immerse yourself in Colonial Williamsburg with costumed interpreters, historic streets, and hands-on history.
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Discover America’s Beginnings – tour the Jamestown Settlement, exploring recreated forts, ships, and Native American villages.
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Evenings of Reflection – night tours of illuminated Washington, D.C. monuments, a powerful and unforgettable experience.
ITINERARY
DAY 1 – Sat. May 30th, 2026
PM Arrival at Washington, D.C. ✈️
Meet your Licensed Tour Guide and begin your exciting journey through the nation’s capital.
Group Dinner 🍽️
Evening tour of Monuments and Memorials – see iconic sites beautifully lit at night, including the Lincoln Memorial, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, and the Washington Monument, each telling the story of America’s history and ideals.
Hotel check in 🏨
Night Security
DAY 2 – Sun. May 31st, 2026
Breakfast ☕🥐
Performance at The National Mall (Lincoln Memorial) 🎶 – play at one of the most significant landmarks in the United States, where history and music come together.
Lunch
Explore the Smithsonian Museums, focusing on the world-famous National Air and Space Museum 🚀, home to the Wright brothers’ plane, Apollo 11 spacecraft, and fascinating exhibits on flight and space exploration.
Group Dinner
Night Security
DAY 3 – Mon. June 1st, 2026
Breakfast
Visit Arlington National Cemetery – walk the hallowed grounds where more than 400,000 service members rest, and witness the solemn Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
See the powerful Marine Corps Memorial (Iwo Jima Memorial), honoring the courage and sacrifice of U.S. Marines.
Lunch
Mount Vernon Performance and Visit – perform on the historic grounds of George Washington’s estate overlooking the Potomac River. Afterward, explore his mansion, gardens, and museum, stepping back into the life of the first U.S. President. 🏛️
Group Dinner
Evening Monuments and Memorials tour – another chance to admire D.C.’s monuments under the stars.
Hotel
Night Security
DAY 4 – Tue. June 2nd, 2026
Breakfast
Load bags and instruments on motorcoach 🚌🎻
Tour the U.S. Capitol, where Congress meets, and visit the magnificent Library of Congress, the largest library in the world with millions of books, maps, and historic documents. 📚
Depart for Williamsburg – travel back in time to colonial America.
Group Dinner
Hotel check in
Night Security
DAY 5 – Wed. June 3rd, 2026
Breakfast
Colonial Williamsburg Tour – step into 18th-century America as costumed interpreters bring the Revolutionary era to life. Explore historic buildings, blacksmith shops, and cobblestone streets where America’s independence took root.
Lunch
Colonial Williamsburg Performance 🎼 – share your music in a setting surrounded by living history.
Group Dinner
Hotel
Night Security
DAY 6 – Thurs. June 4th, 2026
Breakfast
Jamestown Settlement Tour – discover America’s first permanent English colony (1607). Visit the recreated fort, Powhatan village, and ships that brought the settlers across the Atlantic. ⚓
Lunch
Depart for Airport ✈️
F.A.Q - FREQUNTLY ASKED QUESTION
GENERAL TRIP INFORMATION
Q: What is the purpose of this trip?
A: This tour combines performance opportunities for the Gifted Music School Orchestra with an immersive educational experience. Students will perform at iconic venues such as the Lincoln Memorial, Mount Vernon, and Colonial Williamsburg, while also exploring the history and culture of Washington, D.C. and early America.
Q: Who is leading the trip?
A: The orchestra will be accompanied by their teachers, tour directors, and a Licensed Tour Guide with expertise in Washington, D.C. and Williamsburg. Professional night security is provided each evening at the hotel for peace of mind.
Q: How long is the trip?
A: The tour is 6 days and 5 nights, from Saturday, May 30th to Thursday, June 4th, 2026.
PERFORMANCES 🎼
Q: Where will the orchestra be performing?
A: Students will have three special performance opportunities:
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Lincoln Memorial on the National Mall – a historic and symbolic stage.
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Mount Vernon – George Washington’s estate overlooking the Potomac River.
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Colonial Williamsburg – a living history museum where America’s past comes alive.
Q: Will the performances be open to the public?
A: Yes! These are public venues, so audiences will include both travelers and locals, giving students the chance to inspire people from around the world.
WASHINGTON, D.C. HIGHLIGHTS
Q: What monuments and memorials will the group visit?
A: Students will see the Lincoln Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, Korean War Veterans Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and the Washington Monument, many of them on special night tours when they are beautifully lit.
Q: What Smithsonian Museum is included?
A: The group will visit the National Air and Space Museum, featuring historic planes, space capsules, and hands-on exhibits about the story of flight and exploration.
Q: What will we see at Arlington National Cemetery?
A: Students will walk the hallowed grounds, visit the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony, a moving tradition of honor and respect. They will also stop at the Marine Corps Memorial (Iwo Jima) nearby.
Q: What happens during the Capitol and Library of Congress visit?
A: Students will tour the U.S. Capitol, the heart of American democracy, and the Library of Congress, the largest library in the world, filled with historic treasures, art, and architecture.
WILLIAMSBURG & EARLY AMERICA
Q: What is Colonial Williamsburg?
A: Colonial Williamsburg is a living history town, where costumed interpreters bring the 18th century to life. Students will tour historic homes, meet tradespeople like blacksmiths and wigmakers, and experience daily life during the Revolutionary era.
Q: What will we see at Jamestown?
A: The Jamestown Settlement explores the first permanent English colony in America (1607). Students will tour a recreated fort, Native American Powhatan village, and full-sized replicas of the three ships that carried settlers to Virginia.
LOGISTICS & ACCOMMODATIONS
Q: How will we travel?
A: A private motorcoach will provide transportation throughout the tour. Luggage and instruments will travel securely with the group.
Q: Where will the group stay?
A: Students will stay at tourist-class hotels with modern amenities. Professional night security will ensure a safe and quiet environment for students each night.
Q: Are meals included?
A: Yes. Daily breakfasts, group dinners, and scheduled lunches are included. Students will enjoy a mix of hotel breakfasts, group dinners at local restaurants, and meals arranged during touring.
PREPARATION & WHAT TO BRING
Q: What should students bring for performances?
A: Students should bring their instruments, performance attire, and sheet music. Each performance venue may have different acoustics, so being prepared is essential.
Q: What should they wear during the day?
A: Comfortable walking shoes and casual clothing are recommended, as much of the trip includes walking tours. A light jacket or sweater is also advised for cooler evenings.
Q: Will there be free time?
A: Most of the days are scheduled with activities and performances, but students will have some downtime at the hotel each evening.
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