Experience Arlington Cemetery with a private tour guided by a Veteran. Witness the changing of the guard, visit the Kennedy graves, and explore the historic grounds. Book now!
- Arlington National Cemetery - Sample Itinerary (assuming a 0800 start):
0800: Pick up at lodging or agreed meeting point.
0800-0820: Transit
0820-1130: Arlington Cemetery Tour:
Discover how the cemetery got its start and some not so well known history.
Observe portions of a full military honors funeral.
Experience Arlington with all five senses.
Visit the grave of a favorite notable or loved one.
Tour a not well traveled part of the cemetery and observe silence and serenity.
1130-1200: Transit to agreed drop off point.
More details:
Meeting location: Agreed Location within Alexandria City Limits, Arlington County, or District of Columbia (Washington City).
Most of the tour is out of doors so dress appropriately for the season. Early morning (0800 or 0830) start recommended.
End location: Agreed Location within Alexandria City Limits, Arlington County, or District of Columbia (Washington City).
Location options: Address or Intersection upon Traveler’s request, Airport, Cruise Ship Port, Hotel, Monument/Building upon Traveler’s request, Rail or Bus Station
Transportation Method: Private SUV (2017 Buick Enclave) to and from the cemetery. There’s an option to employ the public trolley on the cemetery grounds if guests are mobility limited.
We will see more if we tour afoot.
Touring afoot is hilly and about 2.75 miles or 4.4 km.
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- On-board WiFi
- Complimentary bottled water
- Private, personalized tour
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Transportation in a private vehicle
- Lunch
- Gratuity
Take a tour of Arlington Cemetery led by a Veteran guide specializing in military history. Watch the guard replacement ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknowns. Explore each of the Kennedy family burial sites. View Robert E. Lee’s mansion located within the property and the garden of his wife, where the cemetery’s first interment occurred. Reflect on the inception of the cemetery in the Civil War era and its development through every national conflict thereafter.
Entrance to Arlington National Cemetery requires a US federal or state government-issued photo ID or a passport.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.