Ohio State School for the Blind

The itinerary is the starting point to your tour, but it’s not set in stone. Your group leader may make changes leading up to departure.

Day 1, Thursday July 1: Washington, DC

Depart in the early morning for your all day bus journey to Washington on your chartered luxury bus, making regular en route stops. After meeting your Encore Tour Manager enjoy dinner together (D)

Day 2, Friday July 2: Washington, DC

After breakfast at hotel visit the Holocaust Museum. Have time for lunch on your own then this afternoon, you'll have a performance at a venue such as the Armed Forces Retirement Home (pending approval). Tonight, enjoy dinner together in a city restaurant (B,D)

Day 3, Saturday July 3: Washington, DC

Take a guided tour of Washington’s memorials and historic places including the Lincoln Memorial, WWII Memorial, Korean War Memorial and the Vietnam Veterans Wall. You'll have a group White House photo opportunity followed by today's highlight: your participation in the Lion's Club Parade (own arrangements). Dinner tonight is in a local restaurant (B,D)

Day 4, Sunday July 4: Washington, DC

This morning visit the National Buildings Museum, dedicated to the built environment and construction history. Spend the rest of today soaking up the special 4th July atmosphere (B,D)

Day 5, Monday July 5: Departure

After breakfast board your coach for your return trip home to Columbus (B)