Why choose this tour ?
There’s no better way to tour Washington, DC, than with USA Guided Tours’ Open-Top Convertible Bus Tour! This unparalleled, open-air sightseeing experience features our glass-top, convertible Mercedes-Benz Sprinter! Hop aboard and catch incredible panoramic views with an expert tour guide as your chauffeur and narrator. You will begin by exploring the National Mall to observe the United States Capitol, White House, Thomas Jefferson Memorial, Martin Luther King Jr., Memorial, and much more while passing by and learning about other significant landmarks. This tour operates year-round, rain or shine. The glass top, when closed, is completely waterproof and air-tight, so sudden weather or temperature changes are never a problem. For a unique experience, this tour offers a leisurely cruise on the Potomac River (seasonal: Apr 1 to Oct 15) in Georgetown in the warmer months, and during the fall/winter, we get to experience the Kennedy Center (seasonal: Oct 16 to Mar 31).
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What makes Glass-Top or Open-Top Convertible Bus Tour of DC a unique experience ?
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Guided Walking Tour of the U.S. Capitol Building (outside only)
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Guided Walking Tour of Korean War Veterans Memorial
See the amazing and iconic memorial up close.
Guided Walking Tour of Vietnam Veterans Memorial
SEASONAL (Apr 1 - Oct 15); in the warmer months, guests enjoy a boat cruise on the Potomac River and have the opportunity to purchase lunch and explore Georgetown.
SEASONAL (Oct 16 - Mar 31); lunch break & free time - enjoy the terrace for a view of the whole city, the exhibits and galleries & gift shops [show ticket to cashier for discount].
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Shuttle buses and vans do not have storage for accommodating carry-on bags or baby strollers. Please only bring purses, briefcases, or backpacks for your tour.
- No food allowed on buses (snacks are fine!).
- Convertible buses switch from open-tops to glass-tops between Oct 15 - Mar 15 due to colder temperatures.
- The tour price includes a boat cruise, and tourists will have the opportunity to purchase lunch at one of several waterfront restaurants in the summer.
- In off-peak season (Oct 16 – Mar 31), instead of boat cruise and Georgetown stop, we'll have lunch at Pentagon City Mall
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- VIP Panoramic Tour
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- Transport by glass-top or open-top, convertible tour bus
- Boat Cruise on the Potomac River (seasonal: April 1 to October 15)
- Live commentary on board
- English-Speaking Live Tour Guide/Driver
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by USA Guided Tours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at America/New_York.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 82 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• Tour starts/ends at U.S. Navy Memorial: 701 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004. • Tour departs promptly at 10 am, so please arrive 15 - 20 minutes prior to the departure time for a timely check-in. • Tour duration: 6 hours • The sitting is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. • A moderate amount of walking is involved. • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended. • Not wheelchair accessible. • The boat cruise is seasonal from April 1 to October 15. • The tour price includes a boat cruise, and tourists will have the opportunity to purchase lunch at one of several waterfront restaurants in the summer. • In off-peak season (Oct 16 – Mar 31), instead of boat cruise and Georgetown stop, we'll have lunch at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. • Tour buses do not have storage for accommodating carry-on bags or baby strollers. Please only bring purses, briefcases, or backpacks for your tour. • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet the requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund. • Convertible buses switch from open-tops to glass-tops between Oct 15 - Mar 15 due to colder temperatures.
