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Washington D.C. Private Personal Tour Guides

A private dc tour guide is much different than an organized group tour. A private tour allows you to experience the monuments in a much more pleasant manner. A private guided tour is done at your pace. The itinerary can be customized for what you are interested in seeing. For example, if history is what you are interested in, then it can be customized to see historic sites. If you are traveling with your family, then a family fun D.C. vacation private tour can be customized that includes swimming in waterholes or lakes and so on.

Private dc tour guides also offer in-depth knowledge. Our guides are familiar with the memorials in Washington D.C. and very educated in regards to the history of each. They tend to have a greater professional quality about them and are patient.

There is also the opportunity to spend time with a local that is very knowledgeable about the area. This is very valuable in itself, as they can share with you the heritage of the city and more.

Where to find Washington D.C. private tour guides

When looking for a private guide, guidebooks are typically the best source. Guides can also be found through travel agencies and hotels. Another great source to find a private tour guide is by word of mouth and travel forums.

How to choose the right D.C. private tour guide for you

There are many qualified guides that are available and finding one will not be that difficult. You will want to look at the private tour guide background and abilities. The guide must be able to speak English, as well.

Transportation is another important consideration when hiring a guide. The car must be comfortable and in good running condition, with air conditioning or heat.

Often, you will be given the choice of guides that drive or a 2 person team which includes a guide and a driver. A team will be more expensive, but, may be to your advantage.

Chemistry is extremely important. It is essential that you feel comfortable and at ease with the tour guide. You must be a good match to thoroughly enjoy your tour.

How to hire a private tour guide

Most tour guides can be contacted via telephone or email. Using the email will give your tour guide time to go over all the details and critique the itinerary. It will also give you time to get to know one another.

When determining a private tour guide to hire, contact at least two tour guides, before you make your decision. This will let you compare services and the guide themselves.

Your email should detail a description of where you’d like to go and what you’d like to do and see. Give precise details as this will help the guide to put together the itinerary.

Once you have agreed upon the itinerary, then your guide will be able to provide you with a cost for the guided tour. The costs may or may not include entrance fees, so you will have to ask your guide if they are included. Also, tipping is approved should you feel your tour guide deserves a tip.

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