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Civil War Historical Sites

Join us on an immersive journey as we visit iconic sites of the American Civil War, each providing opportunity to remember and reflect upon our nation's history.

Civil War artillery equipment on a prairie
Date
Sep 21 - 25, 2025
From Price
$2,395.00
Contact

Orbridge
866-639-0079

Type
Land
Region
North America
Tour Manager

Debbie Vargo
vargo.42@osu.edu

Trip overview

Learn how Harper's Ferry inflamed sectional tensions. Discover why Antietam changed the course of the conflict and allowed Abraham Lincoln to issue the Emancipation Proclamation. And walk through Gettysburg Battlefield, gaining insight into why it's considered the most important engagement of the American Civil War.

Gain valuable insights from local historians and licensed battlefield experts. Tour the state-of-the-art Gettysburg National Military Park Visitors Center and Museum. View the acclaimed "Battle of Gettysburg" Cyclorama painting for a sense of what occurred at the battle. Be transported to 1863 through cutting-edge virtual reality technology at the Gettysburg Railroad Station, the hallowed ground where pivotal moments in U.S. history unfolded. Explore Harpers Ferry National Historic Park. See key sites of Antietam: Dunker Church, Sunken Road and Burnsides Bridge. Travel back in time with a guide in period attire at the meticulously restored 1860 Shriver House.

Please note: Registration coming soon!

Tour highlights

  • Four nights accommodations at Gettysburg Hotel (or similar).
  • Four breakfasts, two lunches, three dinners, and special welcome and farewell receptions.
  • Full guiding services of an Orbridge Travel Director as well as local guides.
  • Admission and fees throughout.
  • All activities as described in the five-day itinerary, unless noted otherwise.
  • Private deluxe motor coach with air conditioning and comfortable seating.
  • Luggage porterage.
  • Gratuities to Orbridge Travel Director, local guides, drivers, and porters.
  • Airport transfers for guests arriving and departing during the suggested times.
     

*Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Dates, itineraries, and prices are subject to change.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Baltimore, MD | Gettysburg, PA

Day 2: Gettysburg | Cyclorama

Day 3: Gettysburg | Harpers Ferry, WV | Antietam National Battlefield, MD | Gettysburg, PA

Day 4: Gettysburg Battlefield | Shriver House

Day 5: Gettysburg | Dulles, VA | Depart Dulles

Preferred Travel Insurance

USI Travel Insurance Services is the preferred provider of travel insurance for The Ohio State University. We highly recommend that you review this information and consider insurance to protect yourself and your investment. USI is a comprehensive plan that offers three options, allowing you to select the coverage that best suits your needs. You can find additional details, request a quote and purchase a plan online at https://my.travelinsure.com/ohiostate/ or by calling 1-800-937-1387.

Cancellations

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