Cherry Blossom Spring 2026

Cherry Blossom Spring Day in DC

Friday March 27, 2026

 

 

 

Join A1 Tours for one of the most anticipated tours of the spring – Cherry Blossom Spring Day in DC! We depart for DC in the morning for a full day in BLOOM!

 

A trip to DC is never boring and always a fun experience. A visit during Cherry Blossom PEAK is no exception and frankly, a must – at least once in your life!

 

Cherry Blossom in DC gives way to an absolutely stunning attraction that celebrates the friendship between the United States and Japan. It originated in 1912 as a gift of friendship between the two nations. Thousands of cherry trees around the Tidal Basin bloom every spring, creating striking scenery of pink and white flowers. 

 

The National Cherry Blossoms Festivals take place each year for four weeks. During this time, a range of cultural and artistic activities are on display for the public to enjoy. We will tour the National Mall and the areas around the Tidal Basin to explore and immerse ourselves in this spring paradise of romantic colors and scents. While we explore, we learn the history and significance of this well-known annual event celebrated by so many.

 

You will visit the Jefferson, Franklin Roosevelt and Martin Luther King memorials which are in the middle of the most  beautiful photo spots. With a little help you may hit the perfect shoot – under the tree on the Tidal Basin Path between Roosevelt and Martin Luther King Memorial. -UNFORGETTABLE is an understatement. We also visit Haines Point for a bit of exclusivity away from the main crowd on the mall.

 

From here, we head towards the wharf for lunch. (lunch not included in the rate) The DC Wharf, formally known as the District Wharf, has been through a multi-million-dollar re-development and now serves as a major DC attraction with residential and office buildings as well as hotels, shops, and parks. It’s also the home of the city’s historic fish market and has a wide variety of restaurants and dining options to offer. Take a walk on the pier or visit one of the bars - perfect for a cheeky afternoon drink in the spring sun! (A1 Tours can assist with lunch reservations if needed – subject to availability)

 

After lunch, we will re-group and continue our touring of the city in BLOOM; before we board the coach for transfer back home.

 

This is the perfect day trip for families and/or friends. As spring typically arrives in  DC earlier than New Jersey & Pennsylvania, this gives you an excellent opportunity to extend the spring!

 

Important Note: We are monitoring the weather and aiming to run the tour as close to peak as possible. Since it has been cold it is hard to estimate. We reserve the right to change the date if needed to provide our  guests the very best Cherry Blossom Experience! Please contact us if there are any questions!

 

 

Pick up & drop off points:

• A-1 Tours office at 2 Emmons Drive, Princeton, NY 08540 - you will need to park by the Winsor Green Mall public parking

• Princeton Junction Train Station Vaughn Drive, Lot 4, Princeton, NJ

• Yardley Park & Ride 1140 Woodside Road, Yarley, PA 19067

• Corwell Heights Park & Ride 15 E 21st St N, Bensalem, PA 19020

• Marriott Philadephia Airport One Arrivals Rd Terminal B, Philadelphia, PA 19153

 

 

Earliest pick up: 06:15am

Latest drop off: 8:30 pm

Based on traffic conditions

 

Custom pickups are available with additional surcharges. Please inquire with us about your personal needs and requests.

 

Tour Includes:

• Pick up and drop off at your selected park and ride location.

• Driver’s gratuities

 

Tour Excludes:

• Food & beverages not mentioned

 

All tours are subject to availability until you have received firm confirmation from your A1 Tours Travel Planner.

 

NOTE:

A-1 Tours is committed to providing our guests with the best possible experience during their tours.

The timing of the Cherry Blossom Peak depends on weather conditions, but it typically occurs during the last week of March. To ensure our guests enjoy the most beautiful views of the blossoms, we reserve the right to adjust the tour dates as needed.

If you are unable to attend the rescheduled dates, you will receive a full refund.

 

 

 

If there are any questions at all, you are welcome to contact A1 Tour Manager, Josefin Lagnelius, at any time via email or phone:

jlagnelius@A1tours.com

Office: 609-919-2037

Cell: 347-340-9259