Embassy Row Spy History Tour with a Former CIA Officer

4.9 (15 reviews) Washington DC, USA
Duration1h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesRussian, English, French, Hebrew, Turkish
Group sizeUp to 25 travelers

Overview

Washington DC’s Embassy Row reveals the stories behind a suspicious death, Revolutionary War espionage, and the assassination of Orlando Letelier, with former CIA officers explaining spy activity and practicing signals and dead drops.

What's included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Bottled water

What to expect

  1. Dupont Circle
    Pass by
    We discuss a suspicious death that took place at the Dupont Circle Hotel
  2. Anderson House
    Pass by
    Discuss spy activity during the Revolutionary War and learn about a tradition of CIA officers before they deploy.
  3. Washington DC
    Pass by
    Discuss the assassination of Orlando Letelier at Sheridan Circle
  4. Rock Creek Park
    Pass by
    Practice your hand at impersonal communication. Can you spot the signal and unload the dead drop?

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet by the northwest area of the fountain. Your contact will wear a baseball cap and carry a magazine. If you see these signals approach and ask "Do you know where the closest McDonald's is?" Your contact will reply, "I believe it's on the red line at Metro Center."

End point

Meet by the northwest area of the fountain. Your contact will wear a baseball cap and carry a magazine. If you see these signals approach and ask "Do you know where the closest McDonald's is?" Your contact will reply, "I believe it's on the red line at Metro Center."

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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