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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