People on a cliff watching the sky turn pink and orange during sunset at Shenandoah National Park in Virginia, USA

Admiring the sunset from a peak in Virginia's Shenandoah National Park.

Soaking up the Maryland sunshine on the shores of aptly named Ocean City.

Pedal boating during spring's annual display of cherry blossoms in Washington, DC.

Admiring the sunset from a peak in Virginia's Shenandoah National Park.

Soaking up the Maryland sunshine on the shores of aptly named Ocean City.

Pedal boating during spring's annual display of cherry blossoms in Washington, DC.

Explore the Mountains & Beaches of the Capital Region, USA

Take in the full expanse of the Capital Region’s landscapes — from Washington, DC's cosmopolitan urban offerings to the gorgeous sandy beaches and rolling mountains of Virginia and Maryland.

Day 1: Prepare for Adventure in Washington, DC

Get your crew worked up for beaches and mountains via themed outings in the nation's capital.

Settle into the city and get inspired for your adventure by summiting a DC high point — the Washington Monument — for panoramic views of America’s capital.
Pedal a boat around the Tidal Basin to see more of the city’s impressive marble monuments by water.

Days 2–4: Have Fun in the Sun of Maryland & Virginia Beaches

Stay and play at the Capital Region’s best beaches for a few days.

Start with Ocean City, Maryland’s boardwalk; it offers miles of walkable fun, like roller coasters, arcade games and live entertainment.
Make your way to Assateague Island National Seashore to camp on the beach and watch wild ponies trot through the waves.
In Virginia Beach, Virginia, stroll the 3-mile (4.8-km) boardwalk — home to many restaurants and nightly summer concerts — and learn to kayak or charter a fishing boat.
Ocean View Beach Park in Norfolk is the perfect place for picnics, concerts, sunsets or long strolls along the shoreline before a dinner of fresh seafood.

Days 5 & 6: Take Holidays to New Heights in the Mountains

Now it’s time to explore the mountains. The rolling verdant landscapes of the Appalachians — home of the world-famous Appalachian Trail — will greet you in Virginia and Maryland.

Head west towards Waynesboro, Virginia where you’ll feel the cool mists of the Blue Ridge Mountains as you cruise the famous Skyline Drive through Shenandoah National Park. The 105-mile (169-km) roadway winds through the mountains with more than 70 scenic overlooks and plenty of opportunities to hike.
In Front Royal, the northern endpoint of Skyline Drive, find caverns, museums, wineries, historical sites and more.
Revel in the allure of Maryland mountain towns in Cumberland, marvelling at the Allegany Museum’s 50,000-plus historical artefacts or chugging along the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad.