Washington, DC is the hub for American politics and patriotic memorials and monuments, and a showcase of American art, history and culture; come and learn about the people and events that have shaped America's past, present and future on two exciting tours! Immerse yourself in fascinating artifacts during a private two-hour tour of the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History, where the museum's collections tell the narrative of the planet and are a record of human interaction with the environment and one another! Then discover U Street's indelible past as the hub of commercial, intellectual, and cultural life for African-Americans in DC from the 1920s to the 1950s on a street food, history and art tour!

Step into the past and be amazed by the natural world on this two-hour private guided tour of the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. Your guide will take you to visit the highlights of the 126 million artifacts within the collection, housed in a massive building that covers the area of 18 football fields. Gaze into the world-famous Hope Diamond, whose brilliant blue sparkle, and immodest size at 46 karats, captured the attention of former owner Marie Antoinette. Wander through the displays of gems and minerals, including the Dom Pedro Aquamarine, the world's largest gem of its type, which glows brilliantly from within. Travel back in time to learn about death rituals while exploring real mummies from Ancient Egypt. Then step out of the past into the wild, exploring the mighty polar bears, elephants, and giraffes that roam across earth's surface. From the land, jump into the sea at the Ocean Hall, where you'll discover a live coral reef exhibit as well as a 45-ton whale, Phoenix, which is a replica of a real living whale that the museum tracks.

You'll find a blend of French flair and American spirit in the heart of our nation's capital located near the White House and monuments during your stay at the Sofitel Washingon DC Lafayette Square. This award-winning hotel, set in a historic building and boasting a prime location, perfectly captures Sofitel's signature balance of French design and American energy. Behind its doors, the sumptuous décor is an Art Deco triumph of rich colors and striking lines. The sleek décor of the rooms will transport you to the high style of Paris in the 1920s, enhanced with the latest comforts and technology. In the heart of the city, you are close to everything, including the National Mall and Memorial Parks, the National Theater, the convention center, Verizon Center, outstanding museums, shopping and entertainment.

The Home of Elvis, the King of Rock 'n' Roll
Memphis, Tennessee

Visit the Birthplace of Rock 'n' Roll and Home of the Blues in Memphis, Tennessee for Four Days & Three Nights at The Guest House at Graceland for Two, Including Skip-the-Line Access to an Audio-Guided Tour of Graceland and Two Custom Airplanes, Access to the Presley Motor Car Museum, The Entertainer Career Showcase Museum, and Elvis Discovery Exhibits (Land Only)

Introducing an extraordinary resort experience in the heart of Elvis Presley's Graceland ! Recently voted as the #1 Best Musical Attraction worldwide, The Guest House at Graceland welcomes music fans, Graceland guests, Memphis visitors and tourists from around the world with Southern hospitality, royal treatment and luxurious amenities that would make the King of Rock 'n' Roll himself proud!

Walk in the footsteps of the King at Graceland! Explore the personal side of Elvis Presley with an interactive iPad tour of Graceland Mansion, hosted by John Stamos and featuring commentary and stories by Elvis and his daughter, Lisa Marie. The tour of Graceland Mansion includes the living room, his parents' bedroom, the kitchen, TV room, pool room, the famous Jungle Room, his father's office, the newly-enhanced Trophy Building, the Racquetball Building (newly-restored to how it looked in 1977), and Meditation Garden. Then step aboard Elvis' customized airplanes to see how he traveled in luxury! Elvis purchased a 1958 Convair 880 in April 1975 and named it Lisa Marie after his daughter. He spent more than $800,000 having the jet remodeled. Climb aboard this customized jet that features a living room, conference room, sitting room, and private bedroom, as well as gold-plated seat belts, suede chairs, leather covered tables, 24-karat gold-flecked sinks and more. Then, take a peek inside Elvis' smaller Lockheed Jet Star, the Hound Dog II, customized by Elvis with a yellow and green interior that was primarily used for taking Elvis' manager and his staff from city to city on his concert tours.

A state-of-the-art entertainment and exhibit complex over 200,000-square-feet in size, "Elvis Presley's Memphis" enables you to follow the life path that Elvis took, surround yourself with the things that he loved, and experience the sights and sounds of the city that inspired him. Experience Elvis' life and career like never before - his roots, his influences, and his artistry. At Elvis The Entertainer Career Museum, immerse yourself in Elvis' incredible career through hundreds of artifacts and photos from significant events in his life, as you tour the extensive Graceland Archives, including Elvis' amazing collection of gold and platinum records, his stunning jumpsuits, and other clothing, memorabilia from his movies, and more! The Presley Motors Automobile Museum is where you can walk among some of Elvis' favorite automobiles, including his iconic Pink Cadillac, Stutz Blackhawk, 1956 Cadillac Eldorado, Dino Ferrari, Mercedes Benz limousine, Rolls Royce sedans and more.