Tour Details

Washington DC Today

From: £28.84

Duration: 2+ hours

Category: Culture & History

Group size: 1 - 12

Once you’ve seen the must-see sights in Washington, DC, head out off the beaten path with us! Take an excursion to the Washington, DC neighborhoods where locals spend their leisure time. With some brief walks and longer rides in our eCruiser, you’ll see some local DC icons like the Kennedy Center and Ford’s Theater, be welcomed to Chinatown by the Friendship Archway, and marvel at the goods at the Eastern Market.

Highlights

•    Get off the beaten DC path and ride and walk through the less-visited parts of Washington, DC
•    Tour through Foggy Bottom, Chinatown, and Eastern Market
•    Explore the American capital in a special battery-operated eCruiser vehicle
•    Learn local history through a narrative of stories

Pick up:
Smithsonian Metro Stop (12th & Independence Aves., SW, Washington, DC)
Drop off:
Smithsonian Metro Stop (12th & Independence Aves., SW, Washington, DC)
Included:
English speaking local guide; transportation on all-electric vehicle
Not included:
Food and Drinks you may want to purchase along the way
Clothing:
Dress appropriately for season and weather conditions and wear comfortable walking shoes.
Tipping:
If you are happy with the services provided by your local guides and drivers a tip - though not compulsory - is appropriate. While it may not be customary to you, it is of great significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels, inspires excellent service, and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry across many Intrepid Urban Adventures destinations. Please consider this when budgeting for your extra expenses on this trip

Tour Itinerary

When you take a tour in Washington, DC, your first priority is usually to see the icons – the White House, monuments, the Capitol, and the Smithsonians. But once you’ve done that (perhaps with us on our Washington DC Unveiled tour), what do you say to getting out of the DC core and into the local neighborhoods?We love immersing our guests in local life, and that’s just what awaits you on this Washington, DC tour. Hop aboard our all-electric eCruiser vehicle and venture with us out into places like Foggy Bottom and the Eastern Market, where locals spend their time and tourists don’t often visit.Along the way you’ll catch some icons, like the Kennedy Center and Ford’s Theater (where President Lincoln was shot). On our way into Washington, DC’s Chinatown, we’ll head under the Friendship Archway, said to be the largest such single span archway in the world. After, you’ll be tempted to pick up some fresh treats at the Eastern Market, Washington, DC’s oldest continually operating public fresh food market. If there’s time, we may even be able to get to enjoy the beautiful views and parks of Navy Yard.The beauty of this Washington, DC tour is that the eCruiser allows us to cover more ground than a walking tour, so you can reach all of these fascinating places in a short period of time. Also, it’s totally green!If you’re looking to get off the beaten path in Washington, DC, then this is the tour for you. Come join us on this unique Washington, DC tour and explore parts of the city rarely seen by first-time visitors. The sights and experiences will last a lifetime - or at least until your next visit to Washington, DC!

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Culture Shock Rating

We have a wide range of tours designed to give you an insight into the destination you're travelling in and there is something for everybody. The culture shock ratings considers the destination visited, transport used, activities undertaken and that "Wow, I'm really not at home now!" factor. While generalisations are always tricky, a summary of our gradings is as follows…

20%

This is the least confronting of our tour range. Transport used on the trip is either private or a very comfortable public option, the activities included are usually iconic sites and locations that are not all too confronting.

40%

The tour can include a mix of private and public transport providing a level of comfort that is slightly below what you would experience at home. Sites visited are usually iconic sites, tours can also include market visits, visits to communities etc that provide the traveller with a fantastic insight into destination.

60%

Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether it's a packed public bus where you are forced to stand, a visit to a local market, a local community, you are sure to have an experience that is very different from what you're used to at home.

80%

The comforts of your home town and the environment you are used to are more of a rarity. Expect some challenging transport options, visits to local sites and areas that don't resemble anything at home.

100%

You're out there in the global community! You are likely to be exposed to the elements, travel in whatever means of transport is available and basically take it as it comes, whatever comes! It can be tough.

Physical Rating

Our physical rating gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour. While generalisations are always tricky, a summary of our gradings is as follows…

20%

These tours have very limited physical activity. Usually climbing in and out of the transport provided, walking through sites, markets etc included in the itinerary.

40%

These tours have a bit of physical activity but nothing that should challenge you too much. This could be climbing on and off public transport through to a walk through the destination you're travelling in, they can include walking only tours or a combination of walking and transport.

60%

These tours involve a bit of physical activity from walking up and down hills in the destination you're travelling in or the surrounding areas. Climbing on and off local transport or riding a bike up to 30 kms along predominantly flat terrain or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.

80%

These Tours will provide you with some solid physical activity. Whether its bike riding, walking, trekking, kayaking or riding on public transport you will need to have a good level of fitness to enjoy this tour.

100%

Be prepared for some serious physical activity. These tours are our most challenging and involve some serious walking, hiking or bike riding. Can involve step climbs by foot or pedal and some challenging public transport options in the destination you are travelling.

Luxury Rating

Some trips are like a stroll on the beach, while others have you trekking alpine passes. Some of you thrive on camping out on the savannah, while others may prefer a hot shower and a comfortable bed in a lodge. Follow the grading systems below to find the right trip for you.

To help you choose the trip that's right for you, we've broken all of our trips down into four service levels. Measuring the comfort level of the accommodation and transport. So whether you're travelling on a budget and want to save money by using public transport, or prefer upgraded accommodation and are happy to pay a little more, then we have a level for you.

25%

This is grassroots travel at its most interesting

50%

Authentic experiences with some of the comforts of home

75%

For those who like to travel in comfort

100%

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