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Private John Wilkes Booth Escape Tour in Washington DC by Luxury Car

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8 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

We are the only company that delivers a private John Wilkes Booth Escape Route Tour! Your guide is a Lincoln Assassination historian and expert on all of Booth and Herold’s haunts along their flight path. This is an intimate tour for up to five of your friends or family.  Indeed, this experiential tour for is a must for Lincoln assassination buffs or those with an interest in Civil War history. Experience the full story!

Chase Booth and his accomplice David Herold on their flight from Washington and pursuing Federal manhunt. Begin the day with pickup by luxury car at your lodging location. Your journey will begin at Ford’s Theatre. Afterward, the flight continues as we visit Surratt’s Tavern and discover where Booth hid his weapons.

We will then navigate to Dr. Mudd’s Home for a guided tour of the farmhouse where Booth had his broken leg set hours after the assassination.

As time allows, we continue to Rich Hill, where Samuel Cox hid them in a nearby Pine Thicket for several days.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Admission Fees
  • Live commentary on board
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
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We offer free pick-up and drop-off at lodging points within downtown Washington, DC, National Harbor, MD, Arlington County, VA, or the City of Alexandria, VA.

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Ford's Theatre

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Surratt House Museum

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The Dr. Samuel Mudd House & Museum

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private John Wilkes Booth Escape Tour in Washington DC by Luxury Car?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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What's Included

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  • Bottled water
  • Admission Fees
  • Live commentary on board
  • Parking Fees
  • Driver/guide
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Tour is priced per private group for up to 6 people
  • Available only on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Late March through Early December. Limited availability due to seasonal hours of attractions.

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