Private Gettysburg Tour from Washington, DC
Explore Gettysburg on a private 8-hour tour from Washington, DC, with luxury transportation and an expert battlefield guide.
Gettysburg is famous for the Battle of Gettysburg, fought during the Civil War in July 1863 and was a pivotal moment in American history, a turning point that would shape the nation for generations.
The battle is considered one of the bloodiest battles in American history. The Union Army, led by General George Meade, defeated the Confederate Army, led by General Robert E. Lee, after three days of intense fighting.
Explore Gettysburg with an Expert Guide
An expert Gettysburg Tour Guide will lead you in the vehicle on a guided tour of the battlefield, which will allow you to see significant monuments such as the Lee and Meade Statues, Peace Memorial, and Eternal Flame, with the opportunity to step out at a number of those stops along the way.
You will also get a glimpse of the old Colonial Town Center of Gettysburg and insight into what life was like for the average person then.
We’ll see some incredible artifacts from the Civil War as well. There were rifles, swords, and even personal items like letters and diaries from soldiers who fought in the battle. It will give you a new appreciation for the sacrifices made during that time.
Experience the History of Gettysburg
The battle resulted in over 50,000 casualties and is remembered as a defining moment in American history. Today, Gettysburg is a popular tourist destination for those visitors interested in learning more about the town’s rich history.
President Abraham Lincoln delivered his famous Gettysburg Address at the battle site, honoring those who had fought and died there. Today, Gettysburg National Military Park is a memorial to those who gave their lives in the fight for freedom.
Pennsylvania’s rolling hills and fields provide a stark backdrop for the peaceful memorials and monuments that now stand in remembrance of the many soldiers who lost their lives in the fight. Walking through the battlefield, one can almost feel the weight of history bearing down upon them, and it is impossible not to be moved by the sense of sacrifice and bravery that steeps the air. You can imagine the soldiers charging across the open ground, the thunder of cannon fire, and the crack of muskets echoing through the air.
Tour Destinations
Tour Plan Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center
Start here for orientation, maps, exhibits, and a short film.
McPherson Ridge
Site of the battle’s opening clash on July 1, 1863.
Eternal Light Peace Memorial
Commemorates unity and peace; located on Oak Hill where fierce fighting took place.
Oak Ridge
Northern flank of the Union line on Day 1; includes the observation tower.
North Carolina Memorial
Honors North Carolina troops; across from the Virginia Memorial.
Virginia Memorial (Pickett’s Charge Area)
Monument to Virginia soldiers; overlooks the field of Pickett’s Charge.
Pitzer Woods
Site of Confederate troop movements and skirmishes on July 2.
Warfield Ridge
Confederate artillery position used to assault Little Round Top.
Little Round Top
Key Union defensive position with dramatic fighting on July 2.
Devil’s Den
Rugged terrain and intense close-quarters fighting near the Wheatfield.
The Wheatfield
Scene of some of the bloodiest fighting during the battle.
The Peach Orchard
Site of an intense Confederate assault against Union positions.
Plum Run (Valley of Death)
Area between Devil’s Den and Little Round Top; heavy casualties.
Pennsylvania Memorial
Largest state monument at Gettysburg; features names of all PA soldiers.
Spangler’s Spring / Culp’s Hill
Key Union right flank; heavily fortified and contested.
National Cemetery (Soldiers’ National Cemetery)
Final resting place for many Union soldiers; site of the Gettysburg Address