Behind-the-Scenes Tour of the US Capital with a Noted Historian

Item Number: 8017
Time Left: CLOSED
Value: Priceless
Online Close: Nov 7, 2010 11:00 PM CST
Bid History: 0 bids
Description
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. Valid one year from date of purchase, subject to availability.
Included on your half-day 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.
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 package includes round-trip coach class service for (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.
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