Within Washington, D.C., three bus companies operate day tours. The tours are hop-on/hop-off, meaning you can stop at the sight you want to visit and another bus comes by on schedule to take you further on your tour. Prices as of November 2010 range from $27 to $32 for an adult ticket.
Larger tour companies offer multi-day tours of the East Coast, including Washington, D.C. These tours include some meals, lodging and a tour guide who will provide you with historic facts and other information about the places you visit. Tours typically run from eight to 10 days.
A guided bus tour of Washington, D.C. saves you the hassle of driving in traffic and finding parking. Depending on the tour you choose and the quality of your tour guide, you can learn about the monuments, the history of D.C. and a few quirky facts.
