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Full-Day Private Guided Exploring Gettysburg History Tour

Full-Day Private Guided Exploring Gettysburg History Tour

Overview

Let us transport you in a luxury vehicle to a turning point in the Civil War. You will be escorted by a Battlefield guide that will tell an in depth narrative of those three fateful days in July 1863
This tour gives you an in depth narrative of the events of Gettysburg battle by showing you artifacts, cinematic perspective and actual battlefield settings from a licensed professional battlefield guide.
The Battle of Gettysburg, fought during the Civil War in July 1863, and was a pivotal moment in American history, a turning point that would shape the nation for generations. The battle is considered one of the bloodiest battles in American history. The Union Army, led by General George Meade, defeated the Confederate Army, led by General Robert E. Lee, after three days of intense fighting.
The battle resulted in over 50,000 casualties and is remembered as a defining moment in American history.

City: Manassas

Mon 07 Apr

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Starting at $1949.00

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Mon 07 Apr

Starting at $1949.00

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What's Included

Step Off Guide

Private transportation

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This tour is not Wheelchair accessible

What To Expect

Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center

Travel time to Gettysburg, Pa from the Washington, DC area is approximately one hour and a half. Upon arrival, you will visit the Gettysburg Museum of the American Civil War, see A Film, "A New Birth of Freedom". and see Cyclorama, a 360 degree painting depicting Pickett's charge.

Gettysburg Battlefield

Travelers will hop on and hop off at various sites along the actual Gettysburg Battlefield. This time is an approximate culmination of all subsequent stops listed below.

The Eternal Light Peace Memorial

This memorial, located on the hill where Maj.Gen. Robert E Rodes' Confederates attacked from, threatening Union forces. 75 years later, 1800 Civil War veterans helped dedicate this memorial to "Peace Eternal in a Nation United".

Oak Ridge

At this site, Union soldiers held stubbornly against Rodes' advance. Eventually the Union line from here to McPherson Ridge would begin to crumble.

Virginia Memorial

The large open field to the east of here is where the last Confederate assault of the battle known as "Pickett;s Charge", occurred July 3rd.

Little Round Top

As a result of quick action by Brig. Gen Warren, Gen. Meade's chief engineer, Union officers were alerted to the Confederate threat and Federal reinforcements were brought here to defend the position

High Water Mark of the Rebellion Monument

Site of the most climatic moment of the battle on July 4th. after a 2 hour cannonade, some 7,000 union soldiers repulsed the bulk of the 12,000 man "Picket's Charge" causing General Lee's army to begin retreating

Gettysburg National Cemetery

The setting for Lincoln's Gettysburg Address. It was delivered at the cemetery's dedication on November 19, 1863

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews (1)

Russel_S

Jul 2023

The Tour guide was excellent and very knowledgeable and made our experience the best! The entire trip was planned very nicely and private tour was the way to go for us. Thank you!

Response from Host

Jul 2023

I am so ecstatic to hear you guys enjoyed the tour!! Thank you so much for this great feedback!