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Behind-the-Scenes Tour of the US Capitol Building with a Noted Historian in Washington DC, 4-Night Stay and Airfare for (2)

This Experience Includes:

• 3-hour private guided tour for (2) of The Capitol and surrounding buildings
• 4-night stay at the Hyatt Regency Washington DC
• Round-trip coach class airfare for (2) within the contiguous U.S. and Canada
• The purchase of this experience includes a complimentary booking service

Private Tour of the US Capitol Building “The Most Famous Building in the World”

You and a guest will tour The Capitol with the Chief Guide of the US Capitol Historical Society and dine at a famous Capitol Hill restaurant. 

Included on your three-hour tour on Capitol Hill:

• Visit the Houses of Congress.
• View famous historic spots: the Rotunda, Statuary Hall, the Old Senate and Old Supreme Court Chambers, and the Crypt.
• See famous artwork throughout the building.
• Discuss history with a knowledgeable and engaging historian.
• Visit your Congressman’s and Senators’ Capitol Hill offices.
• Explore the new half-billion-dollar Capitol Visitor Center.
• Visit the fabulous Library of Congress, as seen in the movie “National Treasure”.
• Dine among insiders at a famous Capitol Hill restaurant (cost of the meal is not included).

Beyond the public’s standard experience, your unique experience will be guided by historian Steve Livengood. He has spent more than 40 years studying and observing the Congress and its activities, the Presidents who have come and gone, and the workings of the most successful democratic society in human history.   

There is so much to see and do in Washington, DC, that you can’t see it all in just one day. Here are some additional suggestions of free and interesting things to do in the area:

Tour the other Houses of Government:  the White House & the US Supreme Court

Explore the Smithsonian Institution & Museums

Tour the National Mall, Monuments & Memorials

Take a walk through Georgetown

Explore Mount Vernon

Hyatt Regency Washington DC

Enjoy a four-night stay at this property providing easy access to all the attractions of our nation's capital from an ideal location in the heart of this popular downtown neighborhood. This is the premier luxury hotel in downtown Washington, DC.

American Airlines

This package includes round-trip coach class servicefor (2)from any American Airlines destination in the 48 contiguous United States or Canada to anywhere American Airlines flies in the 48 contiguous United States or Canada, subject to availability. A minimum of three nights or a Saturday night stay is required. AAdvantage miles may be earned in accordance with the terms and conditions of the AAdvantage frequent flyer program. Miles cannot be utilized to upgrade these coach class certificates to a higher level of service.  The following blackout dates apply:

2012:  Jan 1-2; Feb 17-20; Mar 9-12, 16-18, 23-25; Apr 6-9; May 25-28; Jun 29-Jul 1, Jul 6-8; Nov 16-21, 24-26; Dec 21-24, Dec 28, 2012-Jan 2, 2013.

Airfare certificates will have a one-year expiration from the date of purchase. Any airport departure taxes, fees or fuel surcharges (if charged) are the responsibility of the purchaser.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Must be booked a minimum of 60 days in advance.  Reservations are subject to availability.  Certificates cannot be replaced if lost, stolen or destroyed.  All purchases are non-refundable.  Packages cannot be resold.  Ground transportation is not included unless where specified.

Item Special Note

All suggested retail values are based on the following:

American Airlines: Peak round-trip rates during premium travel season and participating cities are used for the 48 contiguous United States, Hawaii, Canada, Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, South America, Europe, Pacific (Asia, Australia, South Pacific Islands).

Other Airlines: Tariff rates are utilized. One-way fares are utilized if two different cities are featured on the departing and returning flights.

Hotels and Tours: Hotel’s published “Rack Rate” plus all applicable sales tax.

Packages: Each component of a package is priced separately to determine the total suggested retail value.

All rates are based on the high season that the gift certificate is eligible for redemption.

Cruises: Brochure rate for the cabin plus airfare add-ons offered by the cruise line in the brochure.

Ground Transportation: Unless specifically stated otherwise, no ground transportation is included in any package. The winning bidders are required to secure and pay for ground transportation from airports to hotels, airports to cruise ships, hotels to include attractions or tours, etc.