Private Tour Pricing
Custom Itineraries & Attractions
At DC Tours & Events, we design engaging, story-driven experiences rooted in history, culture, and place. Each tour includes professional narration, thoughtful route planning, and an experience tailored to your group’s interests.
The pricing below provides a general framework. Final pricing may vary based on group size, duration, and customization. Contact us about special pricing tor youth groups.
Tours may include major memorials, historic neighborhoods, and museums across Washington, DC. Museum visits on the National Mall are self-guided, allowing flexibility based on group interests and timing.
Some museums and sites require timed-entry or advance tickets. While many are free, fees may apply depending on availability and group size.
All tours can be tailored to your interests.
Walking Tours
2-Hour Experiences
Starting at $375 for private groups.
4-Hour Experiences
Starting at $500 for private groups.
Designed for intimate, story-driven exploration with personalized pacing and historical context.
Bus Tours
(Transportation Secured by DC Tours & Events)
Small and large group options available.
3–4 hours.
Starting at $75 per guest (15-guest minimum).
Includes transportation coordination, professional narration, and curated routing designed to maximize engagement and flow.
Client-Provided Bus
In-city and full-day options available.
Starting at $450.
Includes professional narration and strategic route planning.
Private Tour Experiences
Washington DC Highlights – Daytime Tour (Walk or Ride)
Arlington National Cemetery: History Through Multiple Lenses (Walk)
Washington DC Highlights – Daytime Tour (Walk or Ride)
Discover the power and symbolism of the nation’s capital through its most iconic landmarks, including the U.S. Capitol and the World War II Memorial. This experience is thoughtfully curated to provide a comprehensive overview of Washington, DC’s history, architecture, and national identity.
Tours may be tailored for a walking experience or explored by vehicle, depending on your preferences and schedule.
Monuments by Moonlight – Washington Illuminated (Ride)
Arlington National Cemetery: History Through Multiple Lenses (Walk)
Washington DC Highlights – Daytime Tour (Walk or Ride)
Experience Washington, DC transformed after dark. See the Lincoln Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, and Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial dramatically illuminated against the night sky. With fewer crowds and breathtaking views, this evening tour offers a powerful and unforgettable perspective on the capital.
Arlington National Cemetery: History Through Multiple Lenses (Walk)
Arlington National Cemetery: History Through Multiple Lenses (Walk)
Arlington National Cemetery: History Through Multiple Lenses (Walk)
Choose one of two distinct pathways. The Classic Highlights experience includes the Kennedy gravesites and the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
The Black Military Legacy pathway highlights the service of African American trailblazers—including Medgar Evers, the Tuskegee Airmen, the United States Colored Troops, and more. Each experience honors courage and national service.
Black History in Motion: Cultural Bus Tour of DC
Black History in Motion: Cultural Bus Tour of DC
Arlington National Cemetery: History Through Multiple Lenses (Walk)
A powerful, curated journey through Washington, DC told through the lens of Black history, resilience, and cultural influence. Travel across neighborhoods, monuments, and lesser-known sites while uncovering stories often overlooked in traditional tours. Ideal for private groups seeking depth, context, and connection.
George Washington’s Mount Vernon - Ride to Venue
Black History in Motion: Cultural Bus Tour of DC
George Washington’s Mount Vernon - Ride to Venue
Step into the world of George Washington at Mount Vernon. This guided visit explores leadership, legacy, and the complex history of the early republic—including the lives of those enslaved on the estate. Ideal for guests seeking foundational American history with nuance.
Black History in Motion: Black Broadway (Walk)
Black History in Motion: Cultural Bus Tour of DC
George Washington’s Mount Vernon - Ride to Venue
Explore the vibrant U Street corridor once known as “Black Broadway,” home to legendary venues like the Howard Theatre and a thriving culture of music, entrepreneurship, and activism. This walking tour highlights performance, protest, and the creative force that shaped modern Black Washington.
Black History in Motion: Foundations of Freedom (Walk)
Black History in Motion: Hidden Stories Near the Mall (Walk)
Black History in Motion: Hidden Stories Near the Mall (Walk)
Journey south of U Street to uncover the institutional and spiritual foundations of Black Washington. Visit the home of Carter G. Woodson, explore the legacy of Mary McLeod Bethune, and trace the evolution of historic Black churches and Civil War–era freedom communities. A powerful story of leadership and institution building.
Black History in Motion: Hidden Stories Near the Mall (Walk)
Black History in Motion: Hidden Stories Near the Mall (Walk)
Black History in Motion: Hidden Stories Near the Mall (Walk)
Step beyond the monuments to uncover overlooked Black history in and around the presidential neighborhood. This walking experience explores power, protest, proximity, and the individuals whose lives intersected with the nation’s highest office. The tour concludes with timed-entry access to the National Museum of African American History and Culture for a self-guided visit, allowing you to continue the journey at your own pace.
Harriet Tubman Full-Day Experience: Eastern Shore
Black History in Motion: Hidden Stories Near the Mall (Walk)
Harriet Tubman Full-Day Experience: Eastern Shore
A transformative full-day journey following the legacy of Harriet Tubman to Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Visit landscapes that shaped her courage and explore the broader story of freedom, resistance, and strategy. A meaningful extension beyond DC for guests who want historical immersion.
Corporate & Professional Groups
Family, Faith & Social Gatherings
Harriet Tubman Full-Day Experience: Eastern Shore
Move beyond the meeting agenda and experience Washington, DC through art, history, and culture. Ideal for teams, associations, and leadership groups seeking a shared experience that sparks conversation, builds connection, and offers fresh perspective in a powerful setting.
Family, Faith & Social Gatherings
Family, Faith & Social Gatherings
Family, Faith & Social Gatherings
Perfect for family reunions, church groups, milestone celebrations, and community organizations. These private experiences are thoughtfully paced and customized to reflect your group’s interests, ensuring meaningful connection, reflection, and shared discovery in the nation’s capital.
Custom & Signature Experiences
Family, Faith & Social Gatherings
Family, Faith & Social Gatherings
Designed for groups seeking something beyond the traditional tour, these curated gatherings blend history, storytelling, and distinctive venues to create memorable shared experiences. From intimate courtyard settings to themed cultural events, each experience is thoughtfully crafted around your group’s interests and vision.
Booking Information
Booking Information
A signed proposal and 25% non-refundable deposit are required to hold your tour date. Deposit amounts may vary based on group size and tour type. Tours taking place within 4 weeks must be prepaid in full.
Final payment is due two weeks prior to the tour date.
Invoices are provided and may be paid using multiple payment methods listed on the invoice.
Tips are always appreciated but never required. For bus tours, any tips provided are shared with the driver.
Ready to Plan Your Experience?
Contact us through the contact page or at explore@dctoursandevents.com to discuss your group, goals, and interests. We’ll help you design a memorable and meaningful DC experience.