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NORTHWESTERN MIDDLE SCHOOL

OCTOBER 26 - 30, 2026
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Washington, D.C.

PLEASE READ ALL INFORMATION BELOW PRIOR TO BOOKING!

IMPORTANT ITEMS ARE CONTAINED IN THE "ABOUT THIS TRIP" SECTION; including schedules, terms and optional trip insurance!

TO CONFIRM YOUR SEAT FOR THIS INCREDIBLE TOUR, please use the "Book Now" button at the top right-hand corner of this page to register and pay the initial trip deposit, no later than MARCH 1, 2026!

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Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C. is a vibrant city rich in history and culture. Explore iconic landmarks such as the White House and the Lincoln Memorial. Visit world-class museums like the Smithsonian and enjoy a leisurely stroll along the National Mall. Whether you're interested in politics, history, or art, Washington, D.C. has something for everyone.

Overview

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Overview

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Washington, D.C.

Day 1

Monday, October 26, 2026
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Departure / Day Drive to D.C.

  • Group departs this morning for Washington, D.C.

    ESTIMATED GROUP DEPARTURE TIMES

    6:00AM - LOAD COACHES

    6:30AM - DEPART

  • Group brings Lunch to eat on coach

  • Dinner en route – included

  • Tidal Basin Memorials, including:

    Thomas Jefferson Memorial

    Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial

    Washington, D.C. Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial

  • Hotel check - in

*This itinerary is tentative. Activities and dates may change based on availability.

Day 2

Tuesday, October 27, 2026
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Washington, D.C.

  • Breakfast at the Hotel – included

  • George Washington’s Mt. Vernon Estate and Gardens

  • Lunch at Mt. Vernon – $20 cash allotment

  • The Smithsonian Institution Museums

    POPULAR MUSEUM SELECTIONS

    The Smithsonian American Art Museum

    The National Museum of American History

    The National Museum of Natural History

  • Souvenir Shopping - on own

  • The National Archives and Records

  • Dinner at Hard Rock Cafe (or similar) - included

  • National Memorials, a guided tour

    POPULAR MEMORIAL SELECTIONS

    The National World War II Memorial

    The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall

    The Lincoln Memorial 

    The Korean War Veterans Memorial

  • Return to the Hotel

*This itinerary is tentative. Activities and dates may change based on availability.

Day 3

Wednesday, October 28, 2026
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Washington, D.C.

  • Breakfast at the Hotel – included  

  • The Capitol Building, a Guided Tour (GROUP PHOTO – INCLUDED)

  • Lunch at the Capitol Building – $20 cash allotment

  • Arlington National Cemetery, a guided tour

    WREATH-LAYING CEREMONY, PENDING ACCEPTANCE

  • United States Marine Corp War Memorial, a guided tour

  • The Pentagon Memorial, a guided tour

  • A Potomac River Dinner / Dance Cruise - included

  • Return to the Hotel

*This itinerary is tentative. Activities and dates may change based on availability.

Day 4

Thursday, October 29, 2026
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Washington, D.C. / Gettysburg / Departure

  • Breakfast at the Hotel – included

  • Hotel check-out

  • The White House, PHOTO OPPORTUNITY

  • The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

  • Boxed Lunch – included

  • Gettysburg National Military Park

    MUSEUM and CYCLORAMA

    GUIDED BATTLEFIELD TOUR

  • Dinner in Gettysburg, PA. - included

  • Group departs Gettysburg, PA.

*This itinerary is tentative. Activities and dates may change based on availability.

Day 5

Friday, October 30, 2026
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Return

  • Group returns to Northwestern Middle School this morning

    8:00AM / ESTIMATED GROUP RETURN 

*This itinerary is tentative. Activities and dates may change based on availability.

ABOUT THIS TRIP

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PAYMENT SCHEDULE

  • Payment #1 / $225 per person / by March 1, 2026

  • Payment #2 / $225 per person / by May 1, 2026

  • Payment #3 / $225 per person / by July 1, 2026

  • Payment #4 / Trip Balance / by September 1, 2026

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HOW DO I MAKE A PAYMENT?

The initial trip deposit is made when you register. 

  • You can make subsequent trip payments via the link contained in any WeTravel payment reminder email.

  • You can also make subsequent payments by visiting the WeTravel home page at: https://www.wetravel.com/

  • Once there, click on the “SIGN IN” button in the top right-hand corner.

  • Then, “Sign-In” to your account using the email address you used for registration.

  • You’ll then receive an email with a link that will take you directly to your account to make payment.

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TOUR PRICES

Tour Prices

Based on a minimum of 100 passengers and the use of 2 motorcoaches.

$998 per student / quad occupancy         

$1,136 per adult / double occupancy

$1,393 per adult / single occupancy

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WHAT'S INCLUDED?

  • A Grueninger Travel Group Tour Director

  • Roundtrip Deluxe Motorcoach Transportation, including driver rooms and tips

  • Three (3) nights Hotel accommodations, per the itinerary

  • Activity entrance fees, per the itinerary

  • Meals, per the itinerary

  • Tour Itineraries and Luggage Tags for all participants

  • All taxes and tips on included items, no hidden costs

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INDIVIDUAL CANCELLATION TERMS

From registration until 91 days prior to departure - any non-refundable vendor or incurred costs

From 90 days to 61 days - 25% of the per person trip cost plus any non-refundable vendor or incurred costs

From 60 days to 46 days - 50% of the per person trip cost plus any non-refundable vendor or incurred costs

From 45 days to 0 days - 100% of the per person trip cost

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OPTIONAL TRIP INSURANCE

GMT highly recommends protecting your investment by purchasing the Student Travel Protection Plan with Cancel For Any Reason coverage. Please use this link to view the rates and schedule of coverages for this plan: stp23_February-2024.pdf

 Below is a link that will allow you to purchase the Student Travel Protection Plan for your trip. Rates are based on overall trip cost and not age. You will need to make your insurance purchase NO LATER THAN 14 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF YOUR INITIAL TRIP DEPOSIT in order to qualify for time sensitive coverage options, including Cancel for Any Reason (CFAR) coverage and pre-existing medical condition coverage.  NOTE: This link is only for members of this group/tour. Dates of travel and destination will correspond to this registration only.

https://www.travelinsured.com/group.signup?group=165951&guid=2bf5b6ad194e470187bc449faf95da1e

For questions on the plan, coverage or procedures, please contact Travel Insured International at 1 800 243 3174. Grueninger is not qualified to answer technical questions about the benefits, exclusions, and conditions of travel protection plans. Grueninger cannot evaluate the adequacy of the prospective insured's existing insurance coverage. If you have any questions about your travel protection, call your insurer or insurance agent or broker. 

CONTACT US

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Grueninger Travel Group

9 AM - 5 PM Eastern, Monday - Friday

9011 N. Meridian Street
Suite 100
Indianapolis, IN 46260

317-581-1122

info@grueningertours.com