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USA: Philadelphia Historical Tour

Overview
  • Duration:4 days 3 nights
  • Tour Type:Educational Tours
📍 Cities: Philadelphia

Itinerary

Arrive in Philadelphia - Chinatown and Rocky StatueDay 1

DAY 1: HOME - PHILADELPHIA

  • Welcome: Welcome to Philadelphia! Meet your Prometour Tour Director upon arrival.
  • Chinatown: Explore Chinatown including the Chinatown Friendship Gate at 10th and Arch Street - a symbol of friendship and cultural exchange between Philadelphia and Tianjin.
  • Rocky Statue: Get a photo with the Bronze Rocky Statue, then recreate Rocky Balboa performance as you run up the 72 stone steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Arts.
  • Dinner: Dinner in a local restaurant.
  • Overnight: Overnight accommodation in Philadelphia.

Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Museum of the American RevolutionDay 2

DAY 2: PHILADELPHIA

  • Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Independence Park: Explore Independence National Historical Park - America most historic square mile. Sites include The Liberty Bell Center, Independence Hall, The President House, and Carpenters Hall.
  • American Revolution Museum: Visit the Museum of the American Revolution dedicated to telling the story of the American Revolution.
  • Independence Hall: Visit Independence Hall - the birthplace of America where the Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution were both debated and signed.
  • Liberty Bell: Enjoy a visit to the Liberty Bell - a symbol of American independence rung during the first reading of the American Declaration of Independence.
  • Dinner: Dinner in a local restaurant.
  • Overnight: Overnight accommodation in Philadelphia.

Benjamin Franklin Museum, Betsy Ross House and Ghost TourDay 3

DAY 3: PHILADELPHIA

  • Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Benjamin Franklin Museum: At the Benjamin Franklin Museum, explore the life and legacy of Philadelphia most famous citizen through interactive exhibits, personal artifacts, computer animations, and hands-on displays.
  • Philadelphia Bourse: Enjoy some time at the Philadelphia Bourse Building - a landmark destination on Independence Mall in the Old City.
  • Betsy Ross House: Visit the Betsy Ross House - meet Betsy in her upholstery shop and learn about her fascinating life, her undercover activities, and the iconic flag sewing story.
  • Elfreth's Alley: Take a walk through Elfreth's Alley - the nation's oldest continuously inhabited street.
  • Ghost Tour: Embark on a Historic Ship Ghost Tour - discover a labyrinthine filled with reports of disappearing apparitions, ghostly voices, and unexplained paranormal activity.
  • Dinner: Have dinner with your group in a local restaurant.
  • Overnight: Overnight accommodation in Philadelphia.

National Constitution Center and Return HomeDay 4

DAY 4: PHILADELPHIA - HOME

  • Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Constitution Center: Enter the modern National Constitution Center - engaging citizens nationwide in celebration of the Constitution and its legacy of freedom.
  • Reading Terminal Market: Explore the Reading Terminal Market - a unique historic farmers market in Center City Philadelphia. Why not try a classic Philly cheese steak sandwich?
  • Departure: Say goodbye to your Prometour Tour Director and head back home!

Learning Objectives

Analyze the founding documents of the United States – the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution – through visits to Independence Hall where both were debated and signed, and the National Constitution Center.

Investigate the life and legacy of Benjamin Franklin through the Benjamin Franklin Museum, examining his contributions to science, diplomacy, printing, and the founding of American civic institutions.

Evaluate the role of Betsy Ross in American history and mythology through the Betsy Ross House, examining her life, her undercover activities, her family, and the story of the iconic flag.

Compare the various historic sites of Independence National Historical Park – including the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, and Carpenters Hall – examining how each building reflects a distinct chapter in the story of American democracy.

Examine the history of everyday life in colonial Philadelphia through a walk along Elfreth Alley – the nation oldest continuously inhabited street – and the Philadelphia Bourse Building landmark.

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Landmark Highlights

  • Philadelphia Chinatown: Chinatown Friendship Gate - symbol of friendship between Philadelphia and Tianjin.
  • Rocky Statue: Bronze 'Rocky Balboa' statue and the 72 stone steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Arts.
  • Independence National Historical Park: Liberty Bell Center, Independence Hall, The President House, and Carpenters Hall - America most historic square mile.
  • Museum of the American Revolution.
  • Benjamin Franklin Museum: Interactive exhibits, personal artifacts, and computer animations.
  • Philadelphia Bourse Building. Betsy Ross House: Meet Betsy in her upholstery shop.
  • Elfreth's Alley: The nation's oldest continuously inhabited street.
  • Historic Ship Ghost Tour. National Constitution Center. Reading Terminal Market with Philly cheese steak.
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Frequently asked questions

Will my group be combined with another school group?

No. Every Prométour educational tour is personalized to ensure a meaningful experience. We guarantee private tours for all groups.

Your group will have its own dedicated Tour Director and itinerary, and will not be combined with any other school or student group.

How does Prométour support teachers with planning?

We take care of everything to make trip planning easy. From organizing travel logistics and accommodations to managing registrations, payments, and documentation, our team handles all the details so you can focus on the experience.

Support starts from day one. To help launch your trip, we host a parent meeting where your dedicated Tour Consultant introduces themselves, represents Prométour, and answers any parent questions directly.

Throughout the planning process, our expert Customer Service Team is available to assist families with registration, payments, and general inquiries, ensuring a smooth and stress-free experience for everyone involved.

When will our travel dates be confirmed?

Prométour trips are fully customizable, including your travel dates. You can choose the dates that best align with your school calendar, giving your group flexibility to coordinate extracurricular activities around the trip.

How does Prométour support our group during the trip?

With our own teams in locations such as Montréal, Paris, and Málaga, you get real people who are with your students and know the destination inside and out, not a call center just reading from a script.
If any issues arise while on tour, our 24/7 Emergency Line ensures that help is always just a phone call away. Your group will have access to real-time support whenever its needed.

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When you register for a Prométour trip, you can do so with confidence. If you cancel before the tour is officially confirmed, you'll receive a full refund with no questions asked.

Once the tour is confirmed, standard cancellation fees apply based on your departure date. Travelers may still be eligible for insurance coverage depending on their policy.

In some regions, and for travelers with an upgraded plan, Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) insurance may be available. We recommend contacting the insurance provider directly for full details on coverage options.
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