2-Day Washington D.C. Cherry Blossom Tour from New York: Smithsonian National Zoological Park + Old Town Alexandria

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Product Code: 5613

OVERVIEW

Highlights

    • Enjoy your spring break with the breathtaking cherry blossoms in Washington D.C
    • Go to Smithsonian National Zoological Park and have a close contact with lovely animals
    • Explore the historic neighborhood of Old Town Alexandria
Tour Code
5613
Duration
2 day
Departure City
New York
End City
New York
Language
Chinese, English

IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?

Tour Themes: Cultural & Historical

Learn about history and local culture with in-depth tours and activities

Tour Type: Guided Tour

Multiple local tour guides/drivers available throughout your tour/activity

Group Size: Standard Group Tour

Tour with fellow travelers from all over the world

Activity Level: Moderate

Designed for travelers in good health who are comfortable with light walking or hiking

Itinerary

Day 01
New York

New York - Washington D.C. (Cherry Blossom)

Hotel: Springhill Suites Gaithersburg or similar

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Departing from New York in the morning, we will drive to Washington D.C. for the charming cherry blossom. First, we will visit Thomas Jefferson Memorial. The memorial is located by the Tidal Basin, from where you will have a stunning view of the Cherry Blossom blooming along the shore. Then we will head to East Potomac Park, strolling among the blossoms along the 4.4-mile Hains Point Loop Trail while taking in spectacular views of Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, Franklin D. Roosevelt Memorial and other local attractions.

New York → Thomas Jefferson Memorial (60 mins) → D.C. Cherry Blossom In-depth Tour (Optional, 120 mins) → Hotel

Special Note:

Each year, the National Cherry Blossom Festival celebrates spring in Washington, DC. As for this year, the official schedule is March 20 – April 10. However, the view of the cherry blossom is subject to change due to weather conditions. Furthermore, reservation is not available for the Cherry Blossom Cruise based on the busy season in D.C. 



Thomas Jefferson Memorial

The Thomas Jefferson Memorial is a memorial to the third president of the United States. The impressive building is neoclassical in design and has been standing since 1943. It sees more than two million visitors every year. It's only available during the Cherry Blossom time.

 

D.C. Cherry Blossom In-depth Tour

The cherry blossom in-depth tour will be taken place in East Potomac Park. East Potomac Park is a park located on a man-made island in the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., United States. Each spring, the cherry blossoms lining in Washington DC burst into color in a beautiful display of floral fireworks. Walk along the 4.4-mile Hains Point Loop Trail, enjoying different species of cherry trees unlike anywhere else in the park. Stroll among the blossoms while taking in spectacular views of the Potomac River, Anacostia River, and the Washington Channel. 

 


Meal

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Day 02
Washington, DC

Washington D.C. - New York

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Depart from hotel in the morning, we will first visit the Washington D.C. Temple, and feel its grandeur. Then we will go to the Smithsonian National Zoological Park, one of the oldest zoos in the United States. We can watch lovely and diverse animals, and also to choose to walk around. The scenery is very beautiful, which is a highlight of the trip along the way! Finally, we will go to the Old Town Alexandria. The solemn and solemn atmosphere of the old city is quite different from that of Washington, D.C. In the old city, you can enjoy sunshine, color, street music, food from various countries, and feel the leisurely life of the old city.

Hotel → Washington D.C. Temple (Outside Visit, 20 mins) → Smithsonian National Zoological Park (90 mins) → Old Town Alexandria (60 mins) → New York

 


Visiting Attractions

  • Historic Old Town Alexandria Historic Old Town Alexandria
  • Smithsonian National Zoological Park Smithsonian National Zoological Park

Meal

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  • D:Excluded
Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.

Own Expenses

Day Activity Price Additional Information
D1 D.C. Cherry Blossom In-depth Tour $35.00/Adult; $25.00/Child (3-12)
  • All mandatory fees must be paid in cash to the tour guide and tickets cannot be pre-purchased separatedly.
  • Any optional activities you wish to join must be paid to your tour guide in cash.

Meeting Point

Search for your nearest pickup point
Time Region Location Full Address
07:00AM Flushing Asian Jewel Seafood Restaurant
133-30 39th Ave, Flushing, NY 11354
07:00AM New York Red Lobster, Times Square
5 Times Sq #5, New York, NY 10036
07:10AM New York Andrews NYC Diner
463 7th Ave, New York, NY 10018
07:20AM New York Union square (Capital One Bank)
853 Broadway, New York, NY 10003
07:00AM Brooklyn 8th Ave, Brooklyn (HSBC Bank)

(Only pick-up service provided, we will drop off customers at Chinatown.)

6102 8th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11220
08:00AM Manhattan Chinatown, Manhattan
90 Bowery, New York, NY 10002
08:20AM Jersey City ACME Markets
125 Eighteenth St, Jersey City, NJ 07310
09:00AM Edison Coco Asian Cuisine Restaurant
118 Greenwood Ave, Edison, NJ 08817

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

    • Hotel breakfast
    • Hotel (Nights are one day less than the total number of tour days) Minivan, or motorcoach
    • Bilingual tour guide or driver-guide
    • Transportation (The type of vehicle used will be based on the number of guests attending that day)

Package Excludes

    • Food and beverage
    • Air ticket, ferry, and shuttle transfer in some attraction areas/national parks
    • Attraction admission fee (Prices are subject to change without prior notice; Tickets should be purchased from the tour guide)
    • Service fee (minimum USD$12/person/day, any child and Infant reserving a seat has to pay that service fee as well)
    • Personal expenses (such as food & beverage, telephone surcharge, etc.)
    • Any expenses are not listed in Fee Included
  • Optional tours and mandatory fees are not covered in the tour cost; kindly pay these directly to the guide during the tour. For details, please check the daily itinerary. (Costs listed are estimated; the tour guide will provide final confirmation.)

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation made within:

  • 0 - 09 Days Prior to Departure Date - Non-refundable
  • 10 - 16 Days Prior to Departure Date - 50% of total purchase amount can be refunded
  • 17 or More Days - 95% of total purchase amount can be refunded

Special Notes

    • Customer under 18 years old MUST be accompanied by at least one adult. 
    • Please be sure to provide accurate and complete information upon booking. This includes name, gender, valid contact information (preferably a mobile phone), accurate flight information, tour location, etc., This helps to avoid any errors upon the reservation because errors affect travel. Any losses due to inaccurate or invalid information will be at your own cost and the company will not be held responsible. 
    • Hotels have different room types, such as a King/Queen size beds or two double size twin beds. The maximum number of people who can legally stay in a room is 2 to 4 people. In addition, each hotel has a different method of charging the deposit, which requires the cooperation of the guests according to regulations. We guarantee the number of rooms for guests but does not guarantee the specific room type and location. Hotel check-in time is usually after 15:00.
    • This tour does not accept any City Pass or your own tickets for any of the attractions. Tour attraction admission charges and meal expenses are subject to change at any time without notification. Any purchased ticket cannot be refunded for lower prices. 
    • We ave the right to make appropriate adjustments to the itinerary under the conditions of facilitating the operation for the tour group. This, however, will not reduce the items that should be included in the itinerary. 
    • During the actual trip, the tour guide or driver has the right to appropriately adjust the tour sequence, stay time or assembly time of scenic spots according to the weather, traffic, and other conditions to ensure the smooth progression of the trip. 
    • If the scenic spots are temporarily closed or closed on a particular holiday, etc., the tour guide will adjust the appearance according to the actual situation or replace the location with another scenic spot to ensure the richness of the itinerary. The opening hours and capacity limits of certain attractions and national parks will be subject to change from time to time due to the COVID-19 pandemic. When the operating hours and capacity restrictions have an impact on the itinerary, it shall be regarded as force majeure. Thank you for your understanding. 
    • Children under the age of 8 require a booster seat in order to participate in the group tour. The local operator provides the rental service for $10.00/person/day. Please make a request when booking the itinerary so that we may have the booster seat ready in advance. Please understand that the violations and fines are borne by the guests themselves. There is no need for a booster seat for bus travel on the day of travel, and the fee can be refunded to the guest. 
    • Normal health conditions are required in order to participate and enjoy our full itineraries. Contact us for specific policies or information regarding passengers with disabilities who do need to provide advance notifications to make a reservation. We do not guarantee a wheelchair liftequipped bus and/or seating availability to disabled passengers without prior notification and approval.
    • We may alter these terms and conditions from time to time and post the new version on our website. It is your responsibility to check the Terms & Conditions on our website regularly and prior to making a reservation. Unless specifically stated otherwise herein or required by law, We shall not be liable for any consequential, compensatory, indirect, incidental, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with the performance of its obligations under these terms and conditions.
    • The maximum waiting time for any late passengers is 10 minutes beyond the meeting time announced by the Tour Guide. While the local operator makes every effort to provide on-time service, it does not guarantee to arrive at or depart from any point at a specific time. This could be affected by a number of factors including weather, traffic, strikes, government shutdowns, war or terrorist attacks, or mechanical problems. We are not liable for any inconvenience or expense caused as a result of such a delay. They are not liable for the expense of connecting air or train or bus services missed as a result of a delay and are not liable for any other travel expense caused as a result of a delay.
    • We reserve the right, when operating conditions require, transferring passengers from one vehicle to another in route. 
    • The following documents are recommended to make your check-in process smooth: A valid photo ID is required in order to board the bus. We recommend you bring a copy of your email confirmation to board the bus as well. 
    • This product is a group activity. If you choose to leave the group, please inform in advance, and obtain the consent of the tour guide. You need to sign the departure agreement form and the unfinished part will be regarded as your own abandonment. The group fee will not be refunded.
    • Gift items in the itinerary that cannot be given away due to force majeure factors such as traffic and weather conditions or personal reasons may be subject to change. Please understand that the fees will not be fully refunded. 
    • Smoking is prohibited aboard the bus in accordance with the law and prohibited in most hotel rooms. Customers are responsible for any penalty charged by the hotel in a non-smoking room at least CAD$300 and more per night. 
    • Pets and animals are not allowed on the vehicle.
  • Please Note:
    1. Guests are not allowed to use a CITY PASS, NATIONAL PARK PASS and admission ticket purchased by themselves to join the sightseeing attractions included in this tour.
    2. Guests who do use a CITY PASS, NATIONAL PARK PASS or admission ticket purchased by themselves, will not be offered the transportation service for that day, and will possible need to pay a penalty fee. Please consult your tour guide for details.
  • Language: This tour is escorted by a professional bilingual tour guide and/or driver guide (English/Chinese). Tours and/or languages may be combined to operate this tour depending on the number of passengers who have booked a particular departure.
  • Bus Arrangement: Passengers on the same reservation will be arranged on the same bus unless stated otherwise. If you wish to be on the same bus as another party /an existing reservation, please note your request with the reservation number in the comment section on the checkout page or notify us at least 24 hours prior to tour departure.
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  • The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
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* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double/Triple/Quadruple Occupancy applies when two/three/four people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
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* Child enjoys the same price as adults as the 3rd/4th person in one room.
* Maximum room capacity: 4 people including adults and child/infant
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