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Presidential History

Presidential History Collection

Are you a U.S. history buff? Leave the textbooks behind and hit the road to learn about some of America’s most notable presidents from Virginia to the Channel Islands. Celebrate President’s Day and learn about the legacies of remarkable leaders like Thomas Jefferson and Theodore Roosevelt by enrolling in a presidential program for inspired learning.

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A speaker delivers a lecture on foreign policy at the Chautauqua Institution in New York before an audience seated in an open-air pavilion.

Foreign Policy in Chautauqua With the American Foreign Service

6 days
(4.63)
Easy Going
Starting at
1,799
New York
Political Science
Alongside ambassadors and Foreign Service officers, explore the complex issues of U.S. diplomacy, enjoying lectures and gaining insider knowledge.
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Bronze statue of Abraham Lincoln gesturing with one hand outstretched against a bright blue sky in Illinois.

The Life and Legacy of Abraham Lincoln

6 days
(4.87)
On Your Feet
Starting at
1,649
Illinois
Regional Discoveries
Learn about Lincoln’s legacy as you explore his home and significant sites in his life and political career. Meet engaging interpreters along the way who bring history to life.
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A historic presidential home in Virginia, featuring a large white mansion with a red roof across a sprawling green lawn under a cloudy sky.

Virginia, Mother of Presidents: Seven Historic Sites

6 days
(4.98)
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1,899
Virginia
Regional Discoveries
Immerse yourself in the wonders of Virginia, exploring seven presidential homes, visiting national landmarks and enjoying traditional colonial food at the historic Michie Tavern.
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View through ornate gates toward the brick facade and cupola of the historic Governor's Palace in Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia.

From Colony to Revolution: Jamestown, Williamsburg, Yorktown

7 days
(4.87)
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1,999
Virginia
Regional Discoveries
Immerse yourself in historic Virginia with scholars, instructors and historians as you explore Colonial Era history from the founding of Jamestown to the end of the Revolutionary War.
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A man and woman smiling in front of scenic waterfalls and mossy rock formations during a trip to Chattanooga, Tennessee.

The Best of Chattanooga: Trains, Waterfalls and Battlefields

6 days
(4.94)
On Your Feet
Starting at
2,049
Tennessee
Nature & Environment
Discover the Southern gem of Chattanooga as you learn about rock formations, waterfalls, Civil War battlefields and historic trains, Appalachian music and more!
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The American flag flies in front of the white dome of the U.S. Capitol building on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C.

Discover Washington, D.C.: The Best of the Capital

6 days
(4.94)
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2,649
Washington, D.C.
Regional Discoveries
Discover D.C. through expert-led explorations of Capitol Hill, the memorials and topical issues. Plus, enjoy visits to historical institutions and a live show at a local theater!
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A Civil War cannon sits on the grassy grounds of the Gettysburg battlefield in Pennsylvania.

Three Civil War Battlefields: Harpers Ferry, Antietam and Gettysburg

6 days
(5)
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1,999
Pennsylvania
Military History
Dive deep into the story of the Civil War as you learn about John Brown’s raid in Harpers Ferry, the Emancipation Proclamation in Sharpsburg and the war’s turning point in Gettysburg.
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Visitors enter the International Spy Museum in Washington, D.C., passing a large circular School for Spies logo on a red wall.

Spies, Lies & Intelligence: The World of International Espionage

5 days
(4.86)
Easy Going
Starting at
1,649
Washington, D.C.
Political Science
Discover a world of espionage and learn about spy history and 21st-century intelligence threats as you explore the nation’s capital and its museums with intelligence experts.
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A group of people hiking on a scenic coastal trail overlooking the ocean and rocky cliffs on Santa Cruz Island, California.

The Best of California: The Reagan Library to the Channel Islands

6 days
(5)
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2,399
California
Regional Discoveries
Experience it all on this comprehensive exploration of California. Savor great cuisine, explore national parks, visit renowned museums and enjoy insightful lectures along the way!
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Sunlight illuminates a historic study in Virginia with period furniture, scientific instruments, and a grandfather clock showcasing the legacy of early American presidents.

Three Friends: Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, James Monroe

4 days
(4.97)
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1,099
Virginia
Regional Discoveries
Dive into history as you explore the legacies of three early American presidents, discovering historic architecture, period music, stunning artwork and a living-history presentation.
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Williamsburg, Jamestown & Yorktown, Virginia

Historic Triangle Sampler: Williamsburg, Jamestown & Yorktown

6 days
(4.98)
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Starting at
1,999
Virginia
Regional Discoveries
Discover the best of Williamsburg, Jamestown and Yorktown as Colonial history is brought to life by reenactors and at living-history museums with lots of time to explore on our own!
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A bronze Civil War cannon sits on a wooden carriage in a grassy field at the Battle of Gettysburg historic site in Pennsylvania.

The Battle of Gettysburg: Heroism, Sacrifice and History

4 days
(4.96)
On Your Feet
Starting at
1,349
Pennsylvania
Military History
Relive one of our nation’s most defining moments as you join experts to learn about the Battle of Gettysburg, experiencing the museums, monuments and culture of this historic site.
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