Beat the long entrance lines and experience Washington, DC like a true insider.Enjoy reserved entry into the U.S. Capitol for a guided walking tour of this historic building – home to the Senate and the House of Representatives. Watch a film on the history of government in the U.S.and then continue touring the building to learn about the country's legislature. Along the way, you'll see the Crypt, the Rotunda, and National Statuary Hall.Next, board a comfortable shuttle and take a guided sightseeing tour of DC's most famous landmarks and monuments, including views of the White House, the Washington Monument, World War II Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, Martin Luther King Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Korean War Veterans Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial and FDR Memorial. You'll have the chance to spend 10 to 15 minutes at each stop with your guide shadowing you to share interesting facts along the way.After lunch, you'll also experience a relaxing boat cruise with your guide on the Potomac River. Off-season, in lieu of the boat cruise, enjoy a scenic bus tour taking in the Pentagon and several more fascinating war memorials.After the sightseeing tour, you'll gain priority entrance into the National Archives Building for an up-close and personal look at the original Bill of Rights, Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution.