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The Virginian
Washington DC
3 nights at Doubletree Hotel Crystal City Fly into Washington DC, capital of the US and of course, home to the White House. Make the most of your visit with a guided bike tour (adult £30, child £20), which will show you the fascinating history behind the city's famous monuments. Don't miss the bargain-hunting opportunities in Georgetown. Not only are there plenty of quirky little one-off shops, but there's also a great shopping mall.
Washington DC - Williamsburg
2 nights at Four Points by Sheraton Williamsburg is known for its splendid architecture and historical battlefields, and is a great city to explore. Nearby is Busch Gardens, the largest theme park in Virginia. Pre-book your 1-day ticket (£38 adult and £33 child).
Williamsburg - Virginia Beach
3 nights at Days Inn Oceanfront You'll find a beautiful beach and relaxing atmosphere at Virginia's celebrated beach resort. Visit the aquarium, climb to the top of Cape Henry lighthouse, or take a trip to spot whales and bottlenose dolphins offshore.
Virginia Beach - Richmond
2 nights at Omni Richmond Hotel Explore the regenerated Richmond riverfront area and tour the Civil War landmarks scattered amongst its quaint cobbled streets. For white-knuckle thrills, head to Kings Dominion, home to 10 roller coasters.
Richmond - Charlottesville
2 nights at Omni Charlottesville Tour the plantation house of Monticello, the mountain-top home of Thomas Jefferson and don't miss the chance to follow the wine trail. There are a host of top quality vineyards in the area.
Charlottesville - Baltimore
2 nights at Sheraton Inner Harbor Explore Baltimore, taking in the great restaurants and quirky shops of the Inner Harbor, the Maritime Museum and the National Aquarium. Further afield are the lively beaches of Ocean City, or potter round the fishing villages of Chesapeake Bay.
Baltimore - Washington DC
Drop off your car and catch your flight back to the UK.
Taste of Virginia
Washington DC
1 night at Omni Shoreham Fly into Washington, where you'll want to make your first visit 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue - also known as the White House! See all the sites of the old town on a pre-bookable trolley tour (£18 adult, £10 child) and make sure you visit one of the Smithsonian Institute museums - there are 17 and all have FREE entry. Don't miss the bargain hunting opportunities in Georgetown. Not only are there plenty of quirky little one-off shops, but also a great mall.
washington DC - Williamsburg
1 night at Four Points by Sheraton Historic Williamsburg is your next stop. Here you'll find colonial and antebellum architecture, famous battlefields and lively war re-enactments. Outside Williamsburg is Busch Gardens, the largest theme park in Virginia. Pre-book your 1-day ticket (£38 adult, £33 child). Ride the monorail to the Anheuser-Busch brewery, where you can do a tour and tasting! You can also shop for bargains at the many outlet malls on the edge of the town.
Williamsburg - Richmond
1 night at Omni Richmond Hotel During the American Civil War, Richmond served as the capital of the Confederate States of America, and many important civil war landmarks remain dotted amongst the city's quaint cobbled streets. For white-knuckle thrills, head to Kings Dominion, home to 10 roller coasters and a huge water park is also close by.
Richmond - Charlottesville
1 night at Omni Charlottesville The next couple of days are spent exploring Charlottesville, famous for its impressive architecture and the hospitality of its residents. Tour the plantation house of Monticello and the mountain-top home of Thomas Jefferson. Set aside a few hours when you're not driving to follow the wine trail. There is a host of top quality vineyards in the area.
Charlottesville - Baltimore
1 night at Sheraton Inner Harbor Finish your trip in Baltimore, Maryland. Explore the city, taking in the great restaurants and quirky shops of the Inner Harbor, the Maritime Museum and the National Aquarium - one of the biggest attractions in the US. Further afield you can spend a day at the lively beaches of Ocean City or potter around the fishing villages of Chesapeake Bay.