Who is Discovery Tours?
With 43 years of experience, we specialize in providing elementary school students the educational adventure of a lifetime.
With 43 years of experience, we specialize in providing elementary school students the educational adventure of a lifetime.
Discovery Tours has been taking elementary school students to our nation's capital since 1983. There have been over 14,200 participants to date!
We know education and travel! Discovery Tours is owned and operated by teachers who believe in sharing their love of history and Washington D.C. with their students.
Chaperones come from the student's home school with many returning each year to guide and inspire their students.
Traveling with us means we have you covered. From the hotel accommodations to ground transportation, we have worked out all details.
Round trip airfare
Rooms at Embassy Suites Hotel
Ground transportation
All meals & gratuities
All Admissions & fees for selected highlights
Chaperoned at a 8:1 student: teacher ratio
Over the course of your trip, our team of D.C. pros are here to ensure you get the best experience possible. Here are just a few of the numerous sites you have an opportunity to experience. See more
Tour the rotunda and Statuary Hall. Find the whisper room in the Old Senate Chamber. Watch Congress if in session.
Lincoln sits in his chair and his eyes follow you as you read the Gettysburg Address.
The home of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. Researchers pour through census and other government records.
Watch the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. See the eternal flame at JFK's grave site, Challenger and Columbia Memorials, and more.
We understand the commitment a trip like this can be, so we 5 payable installments. Not sure what the future holds? We offer rates that include a Trip Cancellation Plan.
For 5 Months
October 10, 2024
November 10, 2024
December 10, 2024
January 10, 2025
February 10, 2025
Enterprise
We offer variable pricing with discounts for larger organizations. Get in touch with us and we’ll figure out something that works for everyone.
Absolutely. As long as space is still available, we can sign you up.
Of course! Email or text the requested return date and we can make arrangements. We will contact you for final approval before ticket is confirmed.
Yes. However, both you and your child would need to pay the room upgrade charges.
Please let us know about specific food allergies before the trip. We can accommodate. There is even a Whole Foods Store across the street!
When you are ready to reserve your space, we take payment via Venmo and check/ money order. If you would like more information feel free to contact us at any time.
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