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Panoramic shot on a bright summers’ day looking over the water at the Washington Memorial and the Thomas Jefferson Building in Washington DC, USA

Washington DC & The Capital Region Holidays


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Holidays to Washington DC offer the chance to soak-up the capital city’s world-class sightseeing and culture.

Home to the White House and renowned for its majestic memorials, monuments and museums, Washington DC boasts incredible attractions. See the stately Lincoln Memorial and take your pick from 19 superb Smithsonian Museums. Explore the charming and historic neighbourhood of Georgetown and enjoy the nightlife of Adams Morgan and U Street.

Extend your Washington city break into a Capital Region holiday: Virginia is home to the stunning Shenandoah National Park, where scenic Skyline Drive traverses over 100 miles of Blue Ridge Mountains. There’s also the historic cities of Richmond and Fredericksburg as well as the fun seaside ambience of Virginia Beach. Head to Maryland’s picturesque Eastern Shore; this tranquil area by the Chesapeake Bay is a delight to explore.

Trailfinders offers a range of Washington DC and Capital Region holidays and our expert travel consultants are a mine of information about what to do here, often with first-hand travel experience. Whether you want to visit DC on a multi centre holiday, do a fly drive around the Capital Region or join a sociable guided group tour – they are the perfect people to ask.
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OUR HOLIDAYS TO WASHINGTON DC & THE CAPITAL REGION

Nobody offers more ways to explore Washington DC & the Capital Region than Trailfinders.

Here's a snapshot of some of our most popular Washington DC & the Capital Region holidays. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, click on the link below them to see our complete range of holidays and tours in the destination.
Capital Region & The Blue Ridge Mountains
USA
Fly Drive Holiday
14 days / 13 nights

Explore the mountains of Virginia, beautiful bays in Maryland and iconic buildings in Washington DC on this journey through the Capital Region.

Guide Price: €2,455 pp

Guide Price: £2,079 pp

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Best of Eastern USA by Rail
USA
Rail
15 days / 14 nights

Ride Amtrak’s Acela Express between the iconic cities of Washington, Philadelphia, New York and Boston.

Guide Price: €1,745 pp

Guide Price: £1,465 pp

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Washington City Break
USA
City Break
5 days / 4 nights

From The West Wing to House of Cards, television presents Washington as a montage of monuments, imposing federal buildings and eclectic neighbourhoods – from the White House to the Lincoln Memorial and on to DuPont Circle – and this city break neatly encapsulates the attractions of this fabulous city.

Guide Price: €833 pp

Guide Price: £691 pp

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Retracing the Civil War
USA
Fly Drive Holiday
9 days / 8 nights

In 1865, Abraham Lincoln brought together a country divided by civil war.

Guide Price: €1,278 pp

Guide Price: £1,143 pp

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Chicago to Washington DC by Rail
USA
Rail
10 days / 9 nights

Connect the vibrant cities of Chicago, Pittsburgh and Washington DC by train on this Eastern USA adventure.

Guide Price: €1,135 pp

Guide Price: £945 pp

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New York to Washington DC - Beaches, Boardwalks & Culture
USA
Fly Drive Holiday
15 days / 14 nights

Combine the cultural powerhouses of New York, Philadelphia and Washington on this road trip which takes a leisurely meander via the golden beaches of the Atlantic coast.

Guide Price: €1,645 pp

Guide Price: £1,315 pp

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OUR RECOMMENDED HOTELS IN WASHINGTON DC & THE CAPITAL REGION

We feature a great range of accommodation in Washington DC & the Capital Region, with something to suit all budgets. Maybe you’re looking for a good value hotel in Washington DC or perhaps you’re something more luxurious for a special occasion?

What you won’t find here are thousands of Washington and Capitol Region hotels to wade through. We have done the hard work for you and selected the best places to stay and our travel consultants are on hand to help, often with first-hand experience.
The Watergate Hotel
5 star

Washington DC

This Washington landmark earned notoriety when it lent its name to the infamous Nixon scandal.
The Mayflower Hotel
5 star

Washington DC

This landmark hotel is steeped in political history; J Edgar Hoover ate at the same table here for 20 years and Truman proclaimed it ‘the second best address in DC’.
Melrose Georgetown Hotel
4 star

Washington DC

The elegantly chic lobby sets the tone for this stylish hotel which enjoys a great location close to historic Georgetown and only one mile from the White House.
The Royal Sonesta Washington DC
4 plus star

Washington DC

This contemporary hotel offers a designer atmosphere combined with friendly, unfussy service.
Skyland Resort
3 star

Capitol Region

Perched on Skyline Drive’s highest point at 3,680ft, this rustic lodge offers breathtaking views of stunning Shenandoah Valley.
Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort
4 star

Capitol Region

Set on the banks of the Choptank River, just a short drive from the town of Cambridge, this wonderful resort boasts plentiful facilities and a picturesque marina.

WHAT TO DO IN WASHINGTON DC & THE CAPITAL REGION

As well as some awe-inspiring sights, Washington DC is also home to unforgettable experiences. These provide a unique insight in to the city’s history and culture that sightseeing alone simply can’t replace.

Learn about political intrigues as you take a cycling tour around the city or perhaps see the famous monuments lit up at night as you delve in to the history of the city on a night time tour.

Our collection of unmissable experiences will really help bring your Washington DC holiday to life.
Washington DC Unveiled
2 hours
  • Unique way to see the city sights
  • Great views of Washington, DC’s key attractions
  • Local guide
Monuments by Night
2 hours
  • Washington, DC by Moonlight
  • Illuminated Monuments
  • Local Guide
Capital Sites Bike Tour
3 hours
  • Sites include the Lincoln Memorial, White House, Supreme Court, and the Capitol
  • Learn the history, interesting facts, and a love for the city on an easy bike ride

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