MAY 3- MAY 9, 2026: ECHOES OF LIBERTY
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ECHOES OF LIBERTY, VIRGINIA'S PRESIDENTIAL PAST
SUNDAY MAY 3, 2026(Departure)
SATURDAY MAY 9, 2026 (Return)
Number of Days: 7
**Reservations Due: March 1, 2026**
Trip Includes:
- Roundtrip motorcoach transportation from Buffalo
- 6-night hotel accommodation
- 14 meals: 6 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 5 dinners
- Visit Monticello, the mountaintop home of Thomas Jefferson
- Visit Highland, the estate of James Monroe
- Guided tour of the Rotunda & Academical Village of the University of Virginia
- Explore James Madison's Montpelier, learn how the Constitution affects one's everyday life
- Visit the Ford Orientation Center & Donald W. Reynolds Museum and Education Center at Mount Vernon
- Tour Christ Church, a beautiful example of Georgian church architecture
- Tour Gadsby's Tavern & Museum
- Experience a guided tour of Fredericksburg, including visits to Historic Kenmore, the Mary Washington House, and the Rising Sun Tavern
- Guided tour of Colonial Williamsburg
- Guided tour of Yorktown Victory Center to recapture the drama of the American Revolution
- Guided tour of Jamestown Settlement, commemorating the first permanent English settlement in the New World
- Guided tour of Richmond, including visits to the Virginia State Capitol and St. John's Church
- Baggage handling (1 piece per person), all applicable taxes, fees, and included meal gratuity
- Services of a Tour Host, and Services and Gratuities of Professional Motorcoach Driver.
Activity Level 3: moderate pace; good mobility needed; stairs and prolonged standing for more than 2 hours at a time; some longer days involving early mornings and/or late evenings; some walking on varied terrain. Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues, such as someone who uses a cane, walker, or wheelchair.
This trip is provided to you in partnership with AAA membership! Are you a member? Save $20 per person at booking by entering code: AAAMember at checkout. Be sure to include your AAA member number in the reservation or your discount will be removed and you will be responsible for the additional amount due.
Full Itinerary:
05/03/26 (Sunday)
Early morning boarding begins at AAA Travel & Insurance Center, 100 International Dr., Williamsville, NY. Rest and meal stops will be made en route at your own expense. Check in for your two-night stay at the Fairfield Inn & Suites Charlottesville Downtown/University Area. Baggage handling is included. Enjoy an included dinner at the Wood Grill Buffet in Charlottesville, a beloved local spot famous for its generous portions of hearty, home-style cuisine served in a warm, casual atmosphere.
(D)
05/04/26 (Monday)
Enjoy an included hotel breakfast at your leisure. Arrive at Monticello, home of Thomas Jefferson. Explore the meticulously preserved historic home, stroll through the beautifully maintained gardens, and visit Mulberry Row, the bustling industrial hub of Jefferson's estate. The Visitor Center offers engaging educational exhibits that deepen your understanding of Jefferson's life and times. Enjoy an included lunch at Historic Michie Tavern. This is one of the oldest homesteads remaining in Virginia. The Tavern offers a glimpse of 18th-century life through the exhibit of handcrafted furnishings and artifacts. Visit James Monroe's Highland and meet "Mr. Monroe". Adjacent to Thomas Jefferson's Monticello was the estate of James Monroe, a Founding Father and fifth president of the United States. Enjoy dinner on your own and free time downtown Charlottesville Pedestrian Mall, filled with shops, cafes, and galleries.
(B, L)
05/05/26 (Tuesday)
Enjoy an included hotel breakfast at your leisure before check-out. Meet your local guide and visit the Rotunda & Academical Village of The University of Virginia with a Guided Tour. The Rotunda was designed by Thomas Jefferson to represent the "authority of nature and power of reason" and was inspired by the Pantheon in Rome. Visit James Madison's Montpelier, the elegant plantation home of the "Father of the Constitution". Enjoy an included boxed lunch while on your way to Alexandria, VA. Visit Mount Vernon and the Ford Orientation Center & Donald W. Reynolds Museum and Education Center. Explore the grand mansion, extensive museum, beautifully landscaped gardens, and surrounding grounds that reveal the life of the nation's first president. Enjoy an included dinner at The Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant, known for its colonial-inspired dishes and historic ambiance. Check in for your one-night stay at the Hampton Inn & Suites Fort Belvoir Alexandria South in Alexandria. Baggage Handling Included.
(B, BL, D)
05/06/26 (Wednesday)
Enjoy an included hotel breakfast at your leisure before check-out. Visit Christ Church in Alexandria, a beautiful example of Georgian church architecture, dating from 1773. Silver plaques mark the pews of George Washington and Robert E Lee. Visit Gadsby's Tavern & Museum, a center of political, social, and cultural life in Alexandria. Enjoy an included lunch at Gadsby's Tavern. For nearly a century, Gadsby's Tavern was a center of political, social, and cultural life here in Alexandria. Here you'll meet "Martha Washington". Arrive to tour Fredericksburg with a Local Guide. Discover Historic Kenmore, the elegant 18th-century home of George Washington's sister, the Mary Washington House, where his other lived, and the Rising Sun Tavern, a beloved colonial inn and social hub. Enjoy an included dinner at The Whaling Company in Williamsburg, VA. A local favorite offering fresh seafood and coastal flavors. Check in for your two-night stay at the Embassy Suites by Hilton in Williamsburg, VA. Baggage handling is included.
(B, L, D)
05/06/26 (Thursday)
Enjoy an included hotel breakfast at your leisure. Arrive for a guided tour of Colonial Williamsburg, the largest outdoor living museum in the country, offering immersive, authentic 18th-century experiences and programming. Enjoy lunch on your own in Merchant Square, a bustling area of shops and eateries that blend historic charm with modern amenities. Take a guided tour of Yorktown Victory Center, where immersive exhibits and live demonstrations recount the dramatic conclusion of the American Revolutionary War. Enjoy an included dinner at one of Colonial Williamsburg's historic taverns, savoring traditional dishes in a unique setting.
(B,D)
05/07/26 (Friday)
Enjoy an included hotel breakfast at your leisure before check-out. Take a guided tour of Jamestown Settlement in Williamsburg, a living history museum featuring a reconstructed fort, a recreated Powhatan Indian village, and full-size replicas of the ships that brought the first settlers to Virginia. This interactive experience vividly illustrates early colonial life and Native American culture. Enjoy lunch on your own at the Cafe while visiting. Take a guided driving tour of Richmond, VA. highlighting Virginia's rich heritage, followed by visits to the Virginia State Capitol and St. John's Church, famous for Patrick Henry's impassioned "Give me Liberty or give death" speech, where you'll meet an engaging portrayal of "Patrick Henry". Check in for your one-night stay at the Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond, in Glen Allen, VA. Enjoy a kickback reception featuring hot foods, fresh snacks, desserts, and a selection of beverages, including up to three alcoholic options. Baggage handling included.
(B, Rec)
05/09/26 (Saturday)
Enjoy an included hotel breakfast at your leisure before check-out. Baggage handling is included. Depart for home. Rest/meal stops will be made en route at your expense. Return to Williamsville in the late evening.
(B)
This trip is provided to you in partnership with AAA membership! Are you a member? Save $20 per person at booking by entering code: AAAMember at checkout. Be sure to include your AAA member number in the reservation or your discount will be removed and you will be responsible for the additional amount due.
05/03/26 (Sunday)
Early morning boarding begins at AAA Travel & Insurance Center, 100 International Dr., Williamsville, NY. Rest and meal stops will be made en route at your own expense. Check in for your two-night stay at the Fairfield Inn & Suites Charlottesville Downtown/University Area. Baggage handling is included. Enjoy an included dinner at the Wood Grill Buffet in Charlottesville, a beloved local spot famous for its generous portions of hearty, home-style cuisine served in a warm, casual atmosphere.
(D)
05/04/26 (Monday)
Enjoy an included hotel breakfast at your leisure. Arrive at Monticello, home of Thomas Jefferson. Explore the meticulously preserved historic home, stroll through the beautifully maintained gardens, and visit Mulberry Row, the bustling industrial hub of Jefferson's estate. The Visitor Center offers engaging educational exhibits that deepen your understanding of Jefferson's life and times. Enjoy an included lunch at Historic Michie Tavern. This is one of the oldest homesteads remaining in Virginia. The Tavern offers a glimpse of 18th-century life through the exhibit of handcrafted furnishings and artifacts. Visit James Monroe's Highland and meet "Mr. Monroe". Adjacent to Thomas Jefferson's Monticello was the estate of James Monroe, a Founding Father and fifth president of the United States. Enjoy dinner on your own and free time downtown Charlottesville Pedestrian Mall, filled with shops, cafes, and galleries.
(B, L)
05/05/26 (Tuesday)
Enjoy an included hotel breakfast at your leisure before check-out. Meet your local guide and visit the Rotunda & Academical Village of The University of Virginia with a Guided Tour. The Rotunda was designed by Thomas Jefferson to represent the "authority of nature and power of reason" and was inspired by the Pantheon in Rome. Visit James Madison's Montpelier, the elegant plantation home of the "Father of the Constitution". Enjoy an included boxed lunch while on your way to Alexandria, VA. Visit Mount Vernon and the Ford Orientation Center & Donald W. Reynolds Museum and Education Center. Explore the grand mansion, extensive museum, beautifully landscaped gardens, and surrounding grounds that reveal the life of the nation's first president. Enjoy an included dinner at The Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant, known for its colonial-inspired dishes and historic ambiance. Check in for your one-night stay at the Hampton Inn & Suites Fort Belvoir Alexandria South in Alexandria. Baggage Handling Included.
(B, BL, D)
05/06/26 (Wednesday)
Enjoy an included hotel breakfast at your leisure before check-out. Visit Christ Church in Alexandria, a beautiful example of Georgian church architecture, dating from 1773. Silver plaques mark the pews of George Washington and Robert E Lee. Visit Gadsby's Tavern & Museum, a center of political, social, and cultural life in Alexandria. Enjoy an included lunch at Gadsby's Tavern. For nearly a century, Gadsby's Tavern was a center of political, social, and cultural life here in Alexandria. Here you'll meet "Martha Washington". Arrive to tour Fredericksburg with a Local Guide. Discover Historic Kenmore, the elegant 18th-century home of George Washington's sister, the Mary Washington House, where his other lived, and the Rising Sun Tavern, a beloved colonial inn and social hub. Enjoy an included dinner at The Whaling Company in Williamsburg, VA. A local favorite offering fresh seafood and coastal flavors. Check in for your two-night stay at the Embassy Suites by Hilton in Williamsburg, VA. Baggage handling is included.
(B, L, D)
05/06/26 (Thursday)
Enjoy an included hotel breakfast at your leisure. Arrive for a guided tour of Colonial Williamsburg, the largest outdoor living museum in the country, offering immersive, authentic 18th-century experiences and programming. Enjoy lunch on your own in Merchant Square, a bustling area of shops and eateries that blend historic charm with modern amenities. Take a guided tour of Yorktown Victory Center, where immersive exhibits and live demonstrations recount the dramatic conclusion of the American Revolutionary War. Enjoy an included dinner at one of Colonial Williamsburg's historic taverns, savoring traditional dishes in a unique setting.
(B,D)
05/07/26 (Friday)
Enjoy an included hotel breakfast at your leisure before check-out. Take a guided tour of Jamestown Settlement in Williamsburg, a living history museum featuring a reconstructed fort, a recreated Powhatan Indian village, and full-size replicas of the ships that brought the first settlers to Virginia. This interactive experience vividly illustrates early colonial life and Native American culture. Enjoy lunch on your own at the Cafe while visiting. Take a guided driving tour of Richmond, VA. highlighting Virginia's rich heritage, followed by visits to the Virginia State Capitol and St. John's Church, famous for Patrick Henry's impassioned "Give me Liberty or give death" speech, where you'll meet an engaging portrayal of "Patrick Henry". Check in for your one-night stay at the Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond, in Glen Allen, VA. Enjoy a kickback reception featuring hot foods, fresh snacks, desserts, and a selection of beverages, including up to three alcoholic options. Baggage handling included.
(B, Rec)
05/09/26 (Saturday)
Enjoy an included hotel breakfast at your leisure before check-out. Baggage handling is included. Depart for home. Rest/meal stops will be made en route at your expense. Return to Williamsville in the late evening.
(B)
This trip is provided to you in partnership with AAA membership! Are you a member? Save $20 per person at booking by entering code: AAAMember at checkout. Be sure to include your AAA member number in the reservation or your discount will be removed and you will be responsible for the additional amount due.