Civil War Historical Bike Tour from Gettysburg to Antietam

offered by supplier M17768 (read about supplier)

Key Information:
Tour Duration: 4 day(s)
Group Size: 6 - 12 people
Destination(s): Pennsylvania Maryland District of Columbia
Specialty Categories: Bicycle Touring Military History
Season: June - October
Airfare Included: No
Tour Customizable: Yes
Minimum Per Person Price: 1175 US Dollar (USD)
Maximum Per Person Price: 1175 US Dollar (USD)

Tour Dates:
- June 2nd
- July 14th
- August 11th
- October 6th

Tour Highlights:
- 3 States: Pennsylvania, Maryland, West Virginia
- Antietam National Battlefield
- Gettysburg Military Park
- South Mountain State Park
- C & O Canal Historic Park
- Harpers Ferry National Park
- Frederick National Historic District.

You will experience Gettysburg like few people have, up close and personal with a “battlefield guide”. This vacation will retrace key campaigns of the American Conflict. Cycle through the beautiful landscapes of rural Pennsylvania, Maryland and West Virginia. We will pass stone barns of the 1700’s, and beautiful brick homes that have witnessed the birth and struggles of a young nation. Roll on past the farm fields that still feed a nation. In the evenings kick back and reflect while relaxing on a porch from a previous era.

Tour Itinerary:

Day 1: Gettysburg National Battlefield. Meet the guides in Gettysburg. Bike the battlefield with a “Battlefield Guide” Explore charming downtown Gettysburg, Wine and cheese welcome reception at your historic Inn.

Day 2: Monacacy River Valley. Ride through the rolling countryside of Maryland and Pennsylvania. You will be surrounded by civil war era homes and barns and feel like you have stepped back in time. Enjoy a world class dinner at the 1844 Antrim House.

Day 3: Antietam Battlefield. We will visit South Mountain State Park, which affords us a breath taking views of 4 states and the Potomac River Valley. The afternoon finds us retracing the routes of the Union and Confederate armies around the site of the Battle of Antietam.

Day 4: Harpers Ferry National Park. Wind our way through horse country and enjoy the pastoral setting. We will spend the afternoon exploring the corners of Harpers Ferry. Hop across the river and take a spin on the C & O Canal towpath. Rendezvous with the SAG vehicle for transport back to your vehicle. End of the tour.

Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.

Price Includes:
- 3 Nights Lodging
- 2 Dinners, 4 lunches, 3 breakfasts, Daily snacks
- SAG Support.

Price Excludes:
- Transportation to Gettysburg, PA.

Supplier Information

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