Veteran-Led Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour
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Vigilance Tours is unlike other tours With 25 years of working knowledge of Arlington National Cemetery, the Pentagon, Congress, and DC – Eric Hommel (Lt Col, USAF (retired)) is the only Cemetery guide who goes beyond the facts and figures and discusses the stories behind the facts and figures The tour is interactive – by getting to know you, Eric strives to make the tour meaningful while maintaining the reverence of Arlington National Cemetery In order to get to know each other, we limit the size of the tour group to a max of 12 visitors No subject is totally off limits – Eric is happy to discuss most topics (history, politics, military decisions, treatment of veterans, etc.) defining those interred at Arlington National Cemetery We will not rush you; the tour is scheduled for at least 3 hours, if you have less than 3 hours to visit the Cemetery we recommend shorter tours with other companies Eric is the author of: THE LOSING GAME: HOW TO LOSE A WAR AND FAIL VETERANS (Amazon)3 hours
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Fees : All fees and/or taxes. All Fees and Taxes
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Locations in the itinerary
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Military Women's Memorial
Arlington National Cemetery, , Arlington, United States, 22201The leading memorial and education center honoring the commitment, contributions and experiences of Servicewoman.15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
John F. Kennedy Grave Site
1 Sheridan Dr, Arlington, United States, 22211The gravesite of the 35th President of the United States25 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
Arlington House - The Robert E. Lee Memorial
Arlington National Cemetery, , Arlington, United States, 22211A place of study and contemplation of the meaning of some of the most difficult aspects of American history45 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location4
Memorial to all seven crew members lost to an explosion on January 28, 1986 — including high school teacher Christa McAuliffe, who had been selected from among more than 11,000 applicants to become the first teacher in space. 45 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
1 Wilson Ave, Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, United States, 22211Changing of the Guard50 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Starting point
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All tours meet at the MILITARY WOMAN'S MEMORIAL located inside Arlington National Cemetery - 200 yards west of the Arlington National Cemetery Visitor Center.View Location
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All tours meet at the MILITARY WOMAN'S MEMORIAL located inside Arlington National Cemetery - 200 yards west of the Arlington National Cemetery Visitor Center.View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- 3 hour walking tour covering 3 miles
- Small group tour not to exceed 12 guests
- Not recommended for visitors unable to walk 3 miles in 3 hours
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in America/New_York time to receive 100% refund.
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