Veteran-led Arlington National Cemetery Tours
Overview
Vigilance Tours is unlike other tours
With 25 years of working knowledge of Arlington National Cemetery, the Pentagon, Congress, and DC – Eric Hommel (Lt Col, USAF (retired)) is the only Cemetery guide who goes beyond the facts and figures and discusses the stories behind the facts and figures
The tour is interactive – by getting to know you, Eric strives to make the tour meaningful while maintaining the reverence of Arlington National Cemetery
In order to get to know each other, we limit the size of the tour group to a max of 12 visitors
No subject is totally off limits – Eric is happy to discuss most topics (history, politics, military decisions, treatment of veterans, etc.) defining those interred at Arlington National Cemetery
We will not rush you; the tour is scheduled for at least 3 hours, if you have less than 3 hours to visit the Cemetery we recommend shorter tours with other companies
Eric is the author of: THE LOSING GAME: HOW TO LOSE A WAR AND FAIL VETERANS (Amazon)
What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
Meeting Location
Memorial Avenue
Fort Myer, VA 2221, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Military Women's Memorial
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
John F. Kennedy Grave Site
25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Arlington House - The Robert E. Lee Memorial
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Space Shuttle Challenger Memorial
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for visitors unable to walk 3 miles in 3 hours
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- 3 hour walking tour covering 3 miles
- Small group tour not to exceed 12 guests
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Veteran-led Arlington National Cemetery Tours?
A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT). Read more Apr 2025
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