America 250 Series: Tall Ships Celebration
Double: $1,199pp / Single: $1,529pp
View Dates & BookThe year 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of our antion's founding in 1776 - the United States of America's Semiquincentennial. For this milestone occasion, a fleet of the world's most magnificent international tall ships and military ships, in an epic peacetime gathering, will sail into the port of Virginia as part of Sail250 America! Not only will you experience this milestone event, you'll also visit places such as Historic St John's Church to meet Patrick Henry in the flesh for his "Give Me Liberty, Or Give Me Death" speech, the Battleship Wisconsin, and George Washington's Mt Vernon, along with so much more!
Trip Includes: Transportation, 3 Nights Lodging, Luggage Handling, 3 Lunches, 2 Dinners, Patrick Henry Reenactment, MacArthur Memorial & Museum, Spirit of Norfolk Dinner Cruise, Reserved Seating for Tall Ship Parade, Virginia Air & Space Center, Battleship Wisconsin, Norfolk Harborfest, Victory Rover Cruise, Mt Vernon, Meal Gratuities and Taxes.
*Driver & Guide gratuity not included.
June 18, 2026
6:00 AM Depart At Home Store, Harrisburg
6:30 AM Depart Sam’s Club, Mechanicsburg
Begin your journey to Virginia! We'll make a quick break en route for restrooms, coffee, and snacks. Our first activity today will take us to the Historic St Johns Church in Richmond, VA. Experience a live reenactment of Patrick Henry's famous "Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death" speech - an inspiring glimpse into Revolutionary War history. Afterwards, we'll continue our journey with an included Panera boxed lunch. Our next stop will be the MacArthur Memorial & Museum in Norfolk, VA. Watch an introductory film and take a self-guided tour exploring the life and legacy of General Douglas MacArthur and the history of the U.S. military. This evening set sail on the Spirit of Norfolk Dinner Cruise. Enjoy an evening of dining, dancing, and stunning waterfront views with dinner included. Check in to the Sheraton Norfolk Waterfront for your 3 night stay.
June 19, 2026
Breakfast will be on your own this morning at the hotel cafe or restaurant. We'll depart early for Fort Monroe and the Parade of Sails viewing. Enjoy a spectacular morning watching the Parade of Sail, featuring majestic tall ships and naval vessels from across the globe entering the harbor from our reserved seats. After, relax and enjoy an included group meal before your afternoon exploration of the Air and Space Center! Here you can explore hand-on exhibits, interactive displays, and historic aircraft - an inspiring look at America's aviation and space heritage. Dinner will be included this evening at a local restaurant.
L, DJune 20, 2026
Breakfast will be on your own this morning at the hotel cafe or restaurant. We'll begin today with touring one of the largest and last battleships built by the U.S. Navy, the Battleship Wisconsin. Explore the decks and exhibiits to learn about its rich service history. Afterwards, enjoy time on your own at Harborfest, the largest, longest-running, free maritime festival in the U.S. Explore live music, food vendors, and waterfront activities including touring tall ships from across the globe. This evening take a tour aboard the Victory Rover for a narrated cruise of the Norfolk Naval Base and surrounding waterways. Dinner is on your own at Waterside District this evening.
June 21, 2026
Breakfast will be on your own this morning at the hotel cafe or restaurant before checking out. The fun isn't over yet, though! We'll be making a stop at George Washington's Mt Vernon Estate! Here you'll enjoy a delicious lunch followed by a tour of the beautiful home and gardens of George Washington, America's first president, as well as free time to explore the grounds. Return home this evening with festive memories of celebrating America's freedom!
6:00 PM Approximate returns to the area
L=Lunch, D=Dinner
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
| Name | Address | Times |
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| Harrisburg-At Home Store | 5070 Jonestown Rd. Harrisburg, PA 17112 Park in lot closest to Best Buy | View |
| Mechanicsburg - Sams | 6520 Carlisle Pike Mechanicsburg PA 17050 Sam Club Lot closest to Silver Spring Diner | View |
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