Exclusive Private Jamestown to Yorktown Tour with Surrender Field

Exclusive Private Jamestown to Yorktown Tour with Surrender Field

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About This Tour in Williamsburg

This is a private guided tour (only your family/friends) of the Jamestown Settlement, Jamestown Glasshouse of 1608, American Revolution Museum at Yorktown, Surrender Field, Yorktown Battlefield Visitor Center, the Victory Monument & cave where Cornwallis allegedly retreated at Yorktown Beach. This is the only private tour; this is NOT a group bus or group shuttle tour. This tour includes an in depth learning experience about the beginning of our oldest English colony (Jamestown) and ends with the siege of Yorktown on October 19, 1781 including Surrender Field. The afternoon tour at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown (ARMY) includes the canon firing at 3:00pm (weather dependent from March-November). We spend about three hours in Jamestown, have lunch (self pay or bring your own lunch), and about three hours in Yorktown. Roundtrip drive is about 1 hour from Williamsburg. NOTE: the Jamestown Settlement and ARMY (Yorktown) offer free scooters that are first come, first serve.

Why Visit Williamsburg?

Williamsburg, USA offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Williamsburg provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Williamsburg

You can reach Williamsburg, USA by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. From the airport, you can take a taxi, rideshare service (Uber, Lyft), or public transportation to reach the city center. Many hotels also offer shuttle services, and rental cars are widely available for exploring the area.

What's Included

  • Single day admission ticket to Jamestown Settlement and American Revolution Museum at Yorktowns
  • Bottled water
  • Single ticket Colonial National Historical Park (National Park Service for Jamestown and Yorktown)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Guide

What's Not Included

  • Gratuities for guides (recommended 20% tip, if you enjoy your guide)
  • Lunch (many options to choose from at each park) ($12USD Average)
  • Operating hours for Yorktown parks are 9AM to 5PM; battlefields are open sunrise to sunset.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Remaining time will be allotted for pick up and travel time in between the attractions

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

Visit our state museum

If you would like to drive to meet your guide, please meet in the lobby of the Jamestown Settlement, 2110 Jamestown Road, Williamsburg, VA 23185. The Jamestown Settlement operating hours are 9:00AM to 5:00PM.

End Point

If you would like to drive to meet your guide, please meet in the lobby of the Jamestown Settlement, 2110 Jamestown Road, Williamsburg, VA 23185. The Jamestown Settlement operating hours are 9:00AM to 5:00PM.

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: Pickup available or meet at start point

Pickup Time: 30 minutes before departure

Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Visit our state museum that recreates the 17th... 2 hours 30 minutes

Visit our state museum that recreates the 17th Century Virginia history and culture, including replicas of some of the first three ships (Susan Constant, Godspeed and Discovery), the life-size recreations of the Paspahegh (Native American) Town, life-size fort of 1610-1614 and the many gallery exhibits and introduction film. Usually, we eat lunch here before leaving for Historic Yorktown.

Enjoy glassblowing at the Glasshouse of 1608 where... 10 minutes

Enjoy glassblowing at the Glasshouse of 1608 where Polish and German colonists experimented with our first industry glass blowing.

Explore the galleries and movies (the Siege of... 2 hours

Explore the galleries and movies (the Siege of Yorktown is amazing) that bring back historic stories of the Yorktown victory and learn how the colonies came together as the United States, ratifying our Constitution, Bill of Rights, etc. Visit the Continental Army encampment and explore a Revolution-era farm.

This is the field where approximately 7,000 British... 10 minutes

This is the field where approximately 7,000 British and Hessian soldiers surrendered, including their muskets, cannons, standards (flags). In all, approximately 12,000 muskets and 244 artillery were forfeited. Enjoy a walk down the spiral deck to view many of the engraved cannons ("trophies") of this last major battle of the American Revolutionary War.

Enjoy the Yorktown Battlefield Visitor Center (National Park... 30 minutes

Enjoy the Yorktown Battlefield Visitor Center (National Park Service) with an updated movies, model of the Yorktown Battlefield, some of General George Washington's tents and other exhibits.

Drive by the Revolutionary War monument in Historic... 20 minutes

Drive by the Revolutionary War monument in Historic Yorktown and visit the cave that served as the last headquarters for General Cornwallis.

Travel time back to the starting point 25 minutes

Travel time back to the starting point.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy?

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