A July 4th Trip you’ll Never Forget: America Turns 250
🇺🇸America’s 250th Birthday Celebration🇺🇸
July 4th in Washington, DC
July 2 – 6, 2026 | An Exclusive, Fully Escorted Group Tour
I am so excited to finally be able to announce this special celebration tour honoring a once-in-a-lifetime milestone, America’s 250th birthday. This is a trip I’ve been looking forward to sharing, thoughtfully planned to combine history, celebration, and unforgettable experiences in the one place that truly brings it all together: Washington, DC.
In 2026, the United States will celebrate a historic milestone - America’s 250th birthday. There is no place more meaningful to experience this moment than Washington, DC, our Nation’s Capital, surrounded by the monuments, memorials, and institutions that tell the story of America.
This special July 4th group tour has been thoughtfully curated to honor that legacy while removing the stress of planning, navigating crowds, and coordinating logistics. From iconic landmarks to the most spectacular fireworks celebration in the country, this journey is designed to be both educational and unforgettable.
Day 1 – Thursday, July 2
Arrival in Washington, DC & City Orientation
Our America’s 250th Birthday adventure begins early as the group gathers at Jackson–Evers Airport for our morning departure to Washington, DC. Upon arrival at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, we’ll be met by our private luxury motorcoach and begin our introduction to the Nation’s Capital.
After lunch near Crystal City, we’ll enjoy an orientation drive through Washington, taking in famous monuments and memorials that reflect America’s history and values. We’ll then visit the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, where we’ll enjoy a live performance at the Millennium Stage and explore the building at our own pace.
This evening, we’ll check into our hotel and enjoy a relaxed welcome dinner featuring freshly prepared pizza and salad from a popular local Washington restaurant included for the group. A perfect and easy start to our journey.
(Dinner included)
Day 2 – Friday, July 3
Arlington, Capitol Hill & Old Town Alexandria
After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, we’ll spend the day with a licensed local DC guide, bringing history to life through expert storytelling and insight.
Our morning begins at Arlington National Cemetery, where we’ll witness the Changing of the Guard and visit the gravesites of John F. Kennedy and Robert Kennedy. A guided tram tour will also allow us to see the resting places of Audie Murphy and Medgar Evers.
We’ll then head to the United States Capitol for lunch on your own at the Visitor Center, followed by a guided tour of the Capitol and Statuary Hall with an official Red Coat guide.
In the afternoon, we’ll visit Ford’s Theatre, where President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated. The accompanying museum offers powerful insight into the Civil War, slavery, and Reconstruction.
We’ll stop for photos at the White House, then continue to Old Town Alexandria, where a costumed guide will lead us on a unique and entertaining walking tour filled with history and a few spooky stories. Dinner is on your own along charming King Street before returning to the hotel.
(Breakfast included)
Day 3 – Saturday, July 4
Happy Independence Day — America’s 250th Birthday
Today is the heart of the celebration.
After breakfast, we’ll travel to the Tidal Basin, surrounded by the memorials to Thomas Jefferson, Franklin D. Roosevelt, and Martin Luther King, Jr. Our day begins at the National World War II Memorial, where we’ll lay a memorial wreath at the Mississippi marker to honor our veterans.
Following our guided tour, we’ll enjoy a catered lunch overlooking the water before heading to Constitution Avenue for the National Independence Day Parade, featuring marching bands, military units, floats, and patriotic celebration.
After time to rest and refresh at the hotel, we’ll enjoy a BBQ buffet dinner catered by Rocklands Barbeque. Then we head to the U.S. Capitol for “A Capitol Fourth”, featuring the National Symphony Orchestra, broadcast nationwide on PBS.
As night falls, the celebration culminates with America’s largest and most spectacular fireworks display, lighting up the DC skyline behind the Washington Monument , an unforgettable moment marking our nation’s 250th birthday.
(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included)
Day 4 – Sunday, July 5
Mount Vernon, Smithsonian Museums & Night Monuments
After breakfast, we’ll visit George Washington’s Mount Vernon, the historic home of George and Martha Washington. Explore the mansion, grounds, and Reynolds Museum, with lunch on your own.
In the afternoon, enjoy time at your leisure exploring the Smithsonian Museums along the National Mall — from American History and Natural History to African American History and the American Indian Museum. Guests may also choose to visit the National Archives Museum to see the Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution.
This evening, enjoy dinner on your own before joining our guide for a nighttime illumination tour of the Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall, and Korean War Memorial — stunning and deeply moving when illuminated after dark.
(Breakfast included)
Day 5 – Monday, July 6
Departure & Journey Home
After breakfast, we’ll check out and transfer to the airport for our return flight home, arriving back in Jackson this evening with unforgettable memories and a shared experience celebrating America’s 250th birthday together.
What Makes This Trip Special
This is more than a vacation! It’s a historic celebration. With airfare, hotel, transportation, guided touring, meals, and exclusive July 4th events included, every detail has been carefully planned so you can focus on the experience, not the logistics.
Tour Pricing & Payment Information
Tour cost is based on a minimum of 30 paying passengers.
Per Person Tour Pricing
$2,459 – Double Occupancy (two people per room)
$2,310 – Triple Occupancy (three people per room)
$2,215 – Quad Occupancy (four people per room)
$2,765 – Single Occupancy (one person per room)
Payment Schedule
$250 per person deposit due at the time of reservation
$500 per person due by March 15, 2026
Final payment due by May 1, 2026
Important Notes
The $250 deposit becomes non-refundable on March 15, 2026
Pricing and availability are subject to the group minimum being met
Ready to Celebrate History?
Space for this exclusive group experience will be limited. If celebrating America’s 250th birthday in the heart of Washington, DC is on your bucket list, now is the time to reach out.
Contact me to reserve your spot or request additional details.
Let’s celebrate 250 years of America — together.
Melissa@wandersbymelissa.com | WANDERSBYMELISSA.COM | 601-540-7336
