Sail250® Virginia and Norfolk Harborfest

Celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution

About This Tour

Sail250® Virginia and Norfolk Harborfest

Travel Dates

June 14-21, 2026

Step back in time with our George Washington & Colonial America Tour! This immersive 8-day journey takes you through the homes and haunts of America’s Founding Fathers, from George Washington’s Mount Vernon to Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello. Sail aboard a tall ship in Alexandria, witness history in Colonial Williamsburg, and experience the excitement of Sail250® Virginia and Norfolk Harborfest.

With guided tours, reenactments, and a celebration of America’s maritime heritage, this tour offers the perfect blend of history, adventure, and celebration with these two, amazing events. Enjoy delicious meals, scenic drives, and unique historical experiences along the way!

About Sail250: The year 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding in 1776 – The United States of America’s Semiquincentennial. For this milestone occasion, a fleet of the world’s most magnificent international tall ships and military ships, in an epic peacetime gathering, will sail into the harbors of Virginia as part of Sail250® Virginia. For seven days in June 2026, 4,000 officers, cadets and crews of more than 55 ships from 20 nations will engage with residents and visitors across the Virginia Chesapeake Bay region in events and programs symbolic of the bonds of international goodwill.

Includes: 7 nights’ accommodation, 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 5 dinners, admission as stated in the itinerary, taxes, fees, and gratuity, except gratuity for driver and guide service is not included unless requested. Call for your custom quote and start creating your dream package today!

Your Tour at a Glance

Tour Highlights Include

Fully Customizable Programs

Old Town Alexandria

Guided Colonial Tour

Gadsby’s Tavern

Christ Church

Tall Ship Providence

George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate

George Mason’s Gunston Hall Estate

Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello

Michie Tavern

James Monroe’s Highland - Ash Lawn Estate

University of Virginia’s Rotunda

James Madison’s Montpelier

Virginia State Capital Richmond

St. John’s Church & Patrick Henry actor

Colonial Williamsburg with Guide

Yorktown Visitor Center

Sail250® Virginia event

Norfolk HarborFest event

Parade of Sail event

Fort Monroe

Your Group. Your Tour. Your Way.

Every Program Built Around Your Group

At MARS Tours & Travel, every trip is thoughtfully crafted to reflect your group’s unique interests, pace, and priorities. As custom group tour specialists, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all travel—each itinerary is hand-curated to deliver a fun, meaningful, and seamless travel experience. Whether you're planning a student adventure, faith-based journey, cultural exploration, or family getaway, we make it your tour from start to finish.

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