Boston: American Revolution Walking & Driving Private Tour
ID: GYG418542-759021
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
2 days
Description
Relive the American Revolution on a private self-guided walking and driving tour. See the Freedom Trail of Boston, Old City of Philadelphia, and more at your own pace with an audio guide.
Discover the history of the American Revolution on a private self-guided walking and driving tour. Explore the freedom trail of Boston, Harborwalk, and more at your own pace with an audio guide.
You will receive the download instructions after booking. Download the app and start the tour with your mobile phone as your guide. You will hear about the history, and the battles fought on the grounds.
Walk in the shoes of the Founding Fathers on the Freedom Trail and hear how the first sparks of revolution flew in Boston. Learn about the Sons of Liberty and uncover the truth about misunderstood events like the Boston Massacre.
Next, reach Boston’s Harborwalk and revisit the fiery lead-up to the American Declaration of Independence. Stroll along the waterside and know about the dramatic protest called the Boston Tea Party and get a chance to visit the site.
Afterward, head to the famous towns Lexington and Concord. Follow the route of an impossible battle between the American military and the British redcoats. Find out how the Americans turned the tide, and hear what it all meant in the fight for American independence.
Then head to Valley Forge, where General George Washington faced some of his toughest challenges. Here, you will explore the remains of Washington’s 18th-century camp and hear the harrowing tale of how frigid temperatures, starvation, and desertion nearly pulled the American army apart.
Finally, you will tour Philadelphia, where the Declaration of Independence was first signed. Hear stories about Ben Franklin and the other revolutionaries who called this city home. See the iconic landmarks like the famous Liberty Bell and Elfreth’s Alley, maintained just as it was in the 1700s.
Highlights
- Travel back to history of the American Revolution on a walking and driving tour
- Download the app on your mobile phone and begin your private self-guided tour
- Walk along the Freedom Trail of Boston and the harborwalk to revisit history
- Hear about the deadly battle between the American military and British redcoats
- Visit the famous landmarks like Liberty Bell and the Elfreth’s Alley
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This is a self-guided tour. The Action Tour Guide app functions as a guide, an audio tour, and a map
It is not an entry ticket
Please arrange for a vehicle before you take the tour. You only need to book one tour per vehicle, not per person
After the booking, you will receive an email with a link to the Action Tour Guide app and a unique password to access the tour within the app
This tour has been developed by local guides, curated by creative writers, and narrated by professional voice artists
Most stops along the tour have animated videos allowing you to visualize what you cannot see, such as snapshots from different centuries or interior rooms
This tour is valid forever, from the moment of booking. You will not need to change the booking if your travel plans change
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
You must bring your own headphones
You are required to bring and wear a mask
This is a self-guided tour. Go to the GPS-marked starting point and start the tour. Stick to the tour route and speed limit for an optimal experience.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
