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USMA Overnight Visit

• Thread starter CroatanMom
• Start date Dec 13, 2010
• Dec 13, 2010

My son would like to plan an overnight visit to West Point. Is it only one night? For some that have participated in an overnight visit this year, could you please explain how it works? Thanks!  

There is a link on the portal to arrange it. Here it is: https://candidate.usma.edu/guest/CQ/agree_before_entry.cfm He can request a particular cadet to bunk with, if he knows one. The cadet gets credit for it too. It is only open to LOAs or Appointees, but I look at The List, so I know that's covered. Congratulations. It is a very valuable experience for both you and your son. When you take him up you get a nice tour too, if you havn't done one already. Definitely a must-do.  

freedomtruck

Overnight visits are for candidates with either an LOA or appointment. I had mine in the beginning of September. Basically it's the same as the day tour, with an overview and Q&A session in the morning. Then the cadet escort (plebe) comes and takes the candidate around the campus to his/her classes and activities until around noon the next day. Parents do not come with the candidate. During this time, candidates get to chat with with the cadet, who has a firsthand experience of West Point. They'll also get to sleep in the cadet's room, eat with the cadet, and go around seeing places on the campus. I fully recommend an overnight visit to anyone who is able to schedule one. I had the opportunity to watch a netflix movie with my cadet and also attend a hispanic culture celebration event.  

A FEW MORE DETAILS: We drove up from Brooklyn in the early morning. A beautiful drive. We sat through an interesting presentation with our son. Eventually (after about an hour) his bunkie arrived to pick him up and they both left. We were entitled to a 4-hour campus tour but declined as we had already been up there several times and had to get back to NYC. We did walk around a bit and enjoy the ambiance. Jonathan came back with a clearer impression of WP life....didn't change his mind any more, but provided some extra dimension.  

abeastlybeast

Usma class of 2015.

My overnight stay at West Point is scheduled during Spring Break 2011; I can't wait. I believe the candidate arrives early in the morning the first day of the tour and leaves the following day around noon.  

I took an overnight visit in November during Air Force week. I'd recommend doing the overnight on a thursday night, because thursday night is spirit night and you get to experience a spirit dinner. Other than that you get the whole cadet experience on whatever day you visit-- classes, lots of homework, the barracks, and the social interactions of cadets. How cadets interact with each other on a daily basis was what I probably knew least about before my overnight visit, and I learned a lot about how my life will be next year as a plebe by watching and being a sponge. Just make sure to pack everything on the list they e-mail you with your conformation. Everything should be able to fit in a backpack/ duffle bag. Also, a nice gift for the cadet touring you is a nice way of saying thank you. I took a box of chocolates from my local candy shop-- it was a hit and the chocolates didn't last long between my plebe and his two roommates!  

Congrats on your son's appointment!! You'll get a pretty comprehensive schedule when you sign up and a list of what to bring, directions, stuff like that. I had a ton of fun on my visit. Echoing Jake, I feel like a visit closer to a weekend on say Thursday or Friday works out well because your son won't have to sit there while the cadet gets through homework, but would get to hang out with more people while also attending classes. Best of both worlds. abeastlybeast, hopefully your visit isn't scheduled during spring break for the Corps or there will be no one around to stay with...  

Warrior from the Start

• Dec 14, 2010

So we can definitely choose the cadet we are escorted by? I have a battle buddy from my last unit who is a plebe this year and it would be awesome to hang out with him during the overnight.  

I know the website says one must have LOA for overnight but my DS local liason told him that a "competitive" candidate with a complete file can go for an overnight visit. He will call West Point to find out but I was wondering if anyone here has heard this too?  

philmont said: I know the website says one must have LOA for overnight but my DS local liason told him that a "competitive" candidate with a complete file can go for an overnight visit. He will call West Point to find out but I was wondering if anyone here has heard this too? Click to expand...

Stealth said: So we can definitely choose the cadet we are escorted by? I have a battle buddy from my last unit who is a plebe this year and it would be awesome to hang out with him during the overnight. Click to expand...

AKH said: Congrats on your son's appointment!! You'll get a pretty comprehensive schedule when you sign up and a list of what to bring, directions, stuff like that. I had a ton of fun on my visit. Echoing Jake, I feel like a visit closer to a weekend on say Thursday or Friday works out well because your son won't have to sit there while the cadet gets through homework, but would get to hang out with more people while also attending classes. Best of both worlds. abeastlybeast, hopefully your visit isn't scheduled during spring break for the Corps or there will be no one around to stay with... Click to expand...

• Dec 15, 2010

I'm about to schedule mine now. Couple quick questions: When you pick the date, that is the day you arrive, correct? And I'm trying to decide between Thursday and Friday. Is there any difference in the experience based on which day you go? Thanks!  

You pick the day you arrive. If you go thursday you get to see the corps in ACU's. You also get to see a spirit dinner. If you go on friday you get to see the corps of cadets on a saturday morning!  

ButterBar Dad

• Dec 17, 2010

Hunter9x9 said: When you pick the date, that is the day you arrive, correct? And I'm trying to decide between Thursday and Friday. Is there any difference in the experience based on which day you go? Click to expand...

Livinlarger

• Dec 18, 2010

Hawk's advice is very sound. The reason for the overnight is to see if USMA is the right place for you. It is a very unique environment and you owe it to yourself to look at it with the most educated eyes you can. I agree with Hawk, hanging out with a buddy may not be the best way to do that.  

While staying with a buddy might not give you the most objective view, for me it helped that I stayed with someone I know. The plebe I stayed with for my overnight I knew from high school. I was able to judge his morale, motivation, personality changes, and happiness based on the times I had hung out with him when he was still a civilian. For me, it was easier to see how I might possibly handle daily life through having someone I know show me how well theyve adjusted to being a plebe. Just my .02 cents. If I did not already know that USMA was 100% where I want to go and had not already been on a daily visit last year then I would've wanted someone I didn't know to give me an objective view of the place. I think it just depends on what you personally want out of the overnight visit.  

I know a Firstie at West Point right now. Would I still be able to board with him for an overnight visit? Of course I'd need to ask him if he wouldn't mind me doing so. I'd also have to consider whether or not I'd want an objective view of boarding with a plebe instead.  

abeastlybeast said: I know a Firstie at West Point right now. Would I still be able to board with him for an overnight visit? Of course I'd need to ask him if he wouldn't mind me doing so. I'd also have to consider whether or not I'd want an objective view of boarding with a plebe instead. Click to expand...

Concur about staying with a Plebe. It would benefit a candidate to see West Point through the eyes of a Plebe. In addition to all of the good reasons other posters have stated, you will go to classes with the Plebe. This enables the candidate to see what classes will be like their first year. As a candidate, do you really want to go to class with a Firstie who is in the thick of his/her classes in their major? As a candidate, I would rather see what Calculus, Chemistry, English etc. were like.  

ONLINE RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED AND CLOSE 1 HOUR BEFORE THE TOUR START TIME

WE DO NOT TAKE RESERVATIONS BY PHONE 

For general information regarding West Point, contact Public Affairs at 845-938-2638

Group Tours of West Point

Group visits to West Point offer a great experience for all ages and interests. Review the tours below then submit the request form to plan your visit to maximize your enjoyment of West Point’s unique place in America’s history and its continuing role in preparing leaders for America’s future. 

Step on Guide Services

All tour requests must be submitted via the tour request form below and no less than 10 business days in advance of the tour date.  Manifests must be received a minimum of 10 business days in advance of the tour date and only on the form we will share in the reservation confirmation email.   

We do not provide a step on guide for private cars or vans.

• All tours originate and end at the Visitor’s Center. Any request for a pick up/drop off on West Point must first be approved via our office and will incur an additional charge.
• Tours can begin at 9:15am and must be off the grounds of West Point by 5PM.
• To urs are conducted in English. Groups may provide their own translator. 
• The row behind the driver, both seats, must be empty for our guide and the passengers on board can not exceed the bus capacity.
• All guests are required to remain seated while on the bus and chaperones must sit with their group of students.
• There are no restrooms or rest stops on tours.
• West Point Tours does not coordinate lunches.
• Deposits are as noted in the descriptions below and are due at the time of the reservation request. 

 West Point Tours no longer conducts group tours of the museum. For information regarding the West Point Museum to include operating hours, procedures and protocols for school visits call: 845-938-3590. For general information regarding West Point contact Public Affairs at 845-938-2638.

We do not conduct tours on major holidays such as Christmas day, Thanksgiving day, New Years day, the Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday of graduation week usually the 3rd week of May, and Saturdays of home Army football games (please visit GoArmySports.com to check the schedule). While a rare instance, being an active duty army post tour times and access to venues within West Point are subject to change without notice. 

Expand the tour names below for full descriptions and costs.

Group Tours

• Chevron down The West Point Story - Click here to learn more

Our guide boards your bus for a 90 minute combined bus and walking tour which tells the story of West Point, its role in the Revolution, its famous history, along with stories of graduates who helped shape our nation. The tour will bring the history of the Long Gray Line to the present as you learn of the cadet experience and West Point’s continuing role in training the leaders of tomorrow. This tour of West Point makes stops at Cadet Chapel, the Plain which is the Cadet academic area, and Trophy Point with the million-dollar view overlooking the Hudson River.

Tours may begin at 9:15am and must conclude by 5:00pm. You are off the bus at various stops for approximately 1.25 hours. Easy walking. We encourage guests to take measures to protect themselves from the elements and to wear appropriate footwear.  While a rare occasion, the Cadet Chapel may be closed to visitors with no advance notice. 

Pricing below is for a step-on guide on your vehicle. Over 25 guests, the flat rate does not apply, and every guest pays the price per guest amount as noted below.

For multiple bus groups, each bus priced individually based on the average number of guests.  deposits are per the number of buses you’re arriving on or are reserving from us., a $50 deposit is required per guide at the time of the reservation.   .

  The fee does not include any gratuity you may wish to give the guide.

Not arriving on your own bus? West Point charter services offer 23, 49 and 55 seat motor coaches and school buses .

Prices below show the cost of the bus for the campus portion of the tour only beginning and ending at the visitors center and do not include the step on guide cost listed above.  add the bus price to the tour price above for the total cost..

Looking for our bus to pick or drop your group off at your starting or ending location other than West Point? Contact 845-561-2671 to receive a quote from our charter department.

Mid Week Pricing (Monday-Wednesday)

The fee does not include any gratuity you may wish to give the guide and/or driver.

Weekend  Pricing (Thursday – Sunday)

  The fee does not include any gratuity you may wish to give the guide and/or driver.

School Bus Services

Looking for a more economical solution to transport your group?  West Point Tours, Inc. offers school bus rental.  School bus prices are for the  bus only  and do not include the tour price. Add the school bus price to the tour price above for the total cost.  

• Chevron down History and Tradition - Click here to learn more

Our guide boards your bus for a 2-hour tour which includes all the sites you see on the 90 minute West Point Story tour. The additional time includes a tour of the West Point Cemetery and Old Cadet Chapel, built-in 1837. This tour delves into the lives and contributions of some of the US Military’s and West Point’s most notable figures laid to rest on this hallowed ground.

 Tours may begin at 9:15am and must conclude by 5:00pm. ​  You are off the bus at various stops for approximately 1.5 hours. Most are outdoors and pathways may be unpaved and the ground uneven.  We encourage guests to bring a water bottle and take measures to protect themselves from the elements and to wear appropriate footwear.  This tour is season April-November but can be offered to a group for a private tour during the year barring any poor weather or ground conditions.  While a rare occasion, the Cadet Chapel, Old Cadet Chapel, or the cemetery may be closed to visitors with no advance notice. 

A $50 DEPOSIT IS REQUIRED PER GUIDE AT THE TIME OF THE RESERVATION. 

• Chevron down The Principles of Leadership - Click here to learn more

The United States Military Academy at West Point is renowned for its focus on teaching and training the leadership skills needed for a career in the United States Army. As you tour the campus, our guide will illustrate those principles using examples drawn from the many famous graduates who have applied them in their military career as well as in their civilian corporate life beyond the military. While this tour does cover some of the history of West Point, it is geared toward helping organizations understand the leadership principles of West Point and how they can incorporate them into their own leadership styles.  This tour is specifically for corporations, universities, and military groups and for groups of 10 or more.

Tours may begin at 9:15am and must conclude by 5:00pm. ​  You are off the bus at various stops for approximately 1.5 hours.  We encourage guests to take measures to protect themselves from the elements and to wear appropriate footwear. While a rare occasion, the Cadet Chapel may be closed to visitors with no advance notice. 

For multiple bus groups, each bus priced individually. 

For multiple bus groups, each bus priced individually. The manifest (list of names) must be submitted and final pricing will be based on the number of people on the bus and listed on the manifest when you arrive for your tour.

Not arriving on your own bus?  West Point charter services offer 23, 49 and 55 seat motor coaches and school buses .

• Chevron down The West Point Story (Up to 90 minutes) - Click here to learn more

Our guide boards your vehicle for a combined bus and walking tour which tells the story of West Point, its role in the Revolution, its famous history, along with stories of graduates who helped shape our nation. The tour will bring the history of the Long Gray Line to the present as you learn of the cadet experience and West Point’s continuing role in training the leaders of tomorrow. This tour of West Point makes stops at Cadet Chapel, the Plain which is the Cadet academic area, and Trophy Point with the million-dollar view overlooking the Hudson River.

Cadet Chapel may be closed to visitors with no advance notice. You are off the bus for approximately 1 hour. Easy walking. Tours may begin after 9:00 AM and must conclude by 5:00 PM.

For multiple bus groups, each bus priced individually based on the average number of guests. Deposits are per the number of buses you’re arriving on or are reserving from us.

Pricing below is for a step-on guide on your vehicle. Over 25 guests, the flat rate does not apply and every guest pays the price per guest amount as noted below. All tours originate and end at the Visitors Center. A pick up/drop off anywhere on West Point other than the Visitors Center first must be approved and will incur an additional charge.

Motor Coach Services

West Point Tours offers quality coaches and school buses for your tour. Prices shown cover the use of the bus for the campus portion of the tour only. The museum portion of the tour does not require the use of the bus. Additional time with the vehicle or a pick up/drop off anywhere other than the Visitor Center may incur an additional charge.

We offer  23, 49 and 55 seat motorcoaches and economical school buses . Motor coach prices are for the  bus only  and do not include the tour price. Add the coach price to the tour price above for the total cost.

The fee does not include any gratuity you may wish to give the guide.

• Chevron down History and Tradition (2 hours) - Click here to learn more

Our 2-hour tour includes all the sites you see on the one hour and 15-minute West Point Story tour. The additional time includes a tour of the West Point Cemetery and Old Cadet Chapel, built-in 1837. This tour delves into the lives and contributions of some of the US Military’s and West Point’s most notable figures laid to rest on this hallowed ground. Learn more about George Custer, Ed White II, George Goethals, David “Mickey” Marcus, Norman Schwarzkopf, Sylvanus Thayer, and many more.

​This tour requires moderate walking and visitors spend approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes off the bus at the various stops, most of which are outdoors. Some pathways may be unpaved and the ground uneven. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. We encourage guests to bring water and take measures to protect themselves from the elements. This tour is seasonal Apr-Nov but can be offered to a group and private tour any time during the year barring any poor weather or ground conditions. While a rare occasion, this tour can be redirected due to an unforeseen funeral or ceremony.

Tours may begin after 9:00 AM and must conclude by 5:00 PM.

For multiple bus groups, each bus priced individually based on the average number of guests. Deposits are per the number of buses you’re arriving on or are reserving from us. 

Pricing below is for a step-on guide on your vehicle. Over 25 guests, the flat rate does not apply, and every guest pays the price per guest amount as noted below. A pick up/drop off anywhere other than the Visitors Center first must be approved and will incur an additional charge.

Motorcoach services, we offer  23, 49 and 55 seat motorcoaches and economical school buses . prices shown cover the use of the bus for the campus portion of the tour only beginning and ending at the visitors center and do not include the step on guide cost listed above.  add the coach price to the tour price above for the total cost..

The United States Military Academy at West Point is renowned for its focus on teaching and training the leadership skills needed for a career in the United States Army. As we tour the campus our guide will illustrate those principles using examples drawn from the many famous graduates who have applied them in their career and life beyond the military. The tour will cover the history and tradition of West Point with stops at the Main Cadet Chapel, Trophy Point, Battle Monument, and the Plain.

Call our office to schedule your tour  845-446-4724  

Tours are conducted in English. Tours may begin after 9:00 AM and must conclude by 5:00 PM

Prices are shown cover the time for the tour indicated. Tours originate and end at the Visitors Center.

Pricing below is for a step-on guide on your vehicle. Over 25 guests, the flat rate does not apply, and every guest pays the price per guest amount as noted below. All tours originate and end at the Visitors Center. A pick up/drop off anywhere on West point other than the Visitors Center first must be approved and will incur an additional charge.

For multiple bus groups, each bus priced individually based on the average/bus. Deposits are per the number of buses you’re arriving on or are reserving from us. 

The manifest (list of names) must be submitted and final pricing will be based on the number of people on the bus and listed on the manifest when you arrive for your tour.

We offer  23, 49 and 55 seat motorcoaches and economical school buses . Motorcoach prices are for the bus only  and do not include the tour price. Add the coach price to the tour price above for the total cost.

• Chevron down The West Point Experience (2.5 hours) currently not offering museum tours

This tour combines the West Point Story 90 minute tour with a 1 hour guided tour of the West Point Museum, our nation’s oldest federal museum.  Your group will visit galleries expanding on the wide contribution of both West Point and the U.S. Army to the development of our country.

You are off the bus approximately 2 hours.  Moderate walking with stairs in the museum. Tours may begin after 9:00 AM and must conclude by 5:00 PM.

For multiple bus groups, each bus priced individually.

Pricing is for a step on guide on your vehicle. Over 25 guests, the flat rate does not apply, and every guest pays the price per guest amount as noted below. All tours originate and end at the Visitors Center. A pick up/drop off anywhere on West point other than the Visitors Center first must be approved and will incur an additional charge.

We offer  23, 49 and 55 seat motorcoaches and economical school buses . motorcoach prices are for the bus only and do not include the tour price. add the coach price to the tour price above for the total cost., bus used for tour portion only, mid week pricing (monday-wednesday) .

• Chevron down The Long Gray Line (3 hours) currently not offering museum tours

This tour combines the History and Tradition 2 Hour Tour with a 1 hour guided tour of the West Point Museum, our nation’s oldest federal museum.  Your group will visit galleries expanding on the wide contribution of both West Point the and U.S. Army to the development of our country

School And Scout Groups

Create a rich educational experience for your students or scouts with a tour of historic West Point. Please review the criteria below as well as the tour options that include descriptions, lengths, and costs. Submit the tour request form on this page when you are ready to book your groups experience.

To qualify for this rate you must be a scout or school sponsored trip in 5th-12th grade booking directly via the school or scout group and visiting between September 5th and June 25th. Minimum group size is 20 guests with three quarters of your group within a similar grade level.

5th-8th grade must provide 1 Chaperone for every 8 students; 9th-12th grade must provide 1 Chaperone for every 10 students. The driver and our guide do not count as chaperones. The row behind the driver, both seats, must be empty for our guide and the passengers on board can not exceed the bus capacity. All guests are required to remain seated while on the bus. 

All tour requests will require a $50 deposit or purchase order in order to receive a reservation confirmation.

Post Tour 90 minutes

Suitable for 5th grade and up

A combined bus and walking tour with our guide on your bus which tells the story of West Point, its role in the Revolution, its famous history, along with stories about graduates who shaped our nation.  The tour will bring the Long Gray Line to the present as you learn of the cadet experience and West Point’s continuing role in training the leaders of tomorrow.

This tour makes stops at Trophy Point overlooking the Hudson River and the Plain.  Your students will walk through history as they view canons, mortars, and monuments from the ‘Wars that shaped our Nation’ and were actually used during the Revolutionary war, the War of 1812, the Mexican War, the Civil War, and the Spanish-American War.  Time allotted, a special stop can be made by the Great Chain, which was stretched across the Hudson as a a defensive measure during the Revolutionary war.  At the Plain, hear the history of such graduates as Douglas MacArthur, Dwight Eisenhower, and George S. Patton, as well as how the West Point Experience shapes future leaders. This tour also typically includes the main Cadet Chapel where students can view beautiful stained glass windows, the largest pipe organ in a religious facility in the world, and more in this beautiful gothic cathedral and drives by Blaik Field at Michie Stadium and Holleder Center, the Air Flight Memorials, and the American Soldier Statue.

This tour is offered year-round and requires light to moderate walking. The majority of the tour is off the bus. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. We encourage guests to bring water and take measures to protect themselves from the elements. All venues or roads are subject to closure at the Academy’s discretion with little to no notice.

$320 per step-on guide on your bus  Price does not include any gratuity you may wish to give the guide. 

Not arriving on your own bus? You can charter a bus from West Point Tours! Prices below show the cost of the bus for the on campus portion of the tour only, beginning and ending at the Visitors Center and do not include the step on guide cost listed above. Add the bus price to the tour price.

Looking for our bus to transport your group to and from your starting location and West Point? Contact 845-561-2671 for a quote from our charter department and inform then you are also booking a tour.

Post Tour with West Point Cemetery 2 hours

Suitable for 6th grade and up

Our 2 hour tour includes all the sites you see on the one hour and 15 minute tour. The additional time includes a tour of the West Point Cemetery and Old Cadet Chapel, built in 1837. This tour delves into the lives and contributions of some of the US Military’s and West Point’s most notable figures laid to rest on this hallowed ground.

​This tour requires moderate walking and visitors spend ​approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes off the bus at the various stops, most of which is outdoors. Some pathways may be unpaved and the ground uneven. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. We encourage guests to bring water and take measures to protect themselves from the elements. This tour is seasonal. It is offered weekends only from April to May and daily from Memorial Day to October. In November, it is offered weekends only as well as Veterans Day and the Friday after Thanksgiving.​ While a rare occasion, this tour can be re-directed due to an unforeseen funeral, ceremony or road closures.​

$400 per step-on guide on your bus Price does not include any gratuity you may wish to give your guide. 

• Chevron down The Revolutionary War - Click here to learn more

The Revolutionary War Tour  2 hours

Suitable for 5th-8th grade.

West Point played a pivotal role in the war of American Independence. The tour focuses on this exciting chapter in West Point’s history.  Students are selected to role play (in advance) important figures such as George Washington, Molly Corbin, Benedict Arnold and others. The tour is designed to both inform and stimulate discussion. Although focused on the Revolution, this tour will also explain the broader role of West Point in the history of our country, how it selects cadets and what the cadet experience is like.

This tour requires light to moderate walking. The majority of the tour is off the bus. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. We encourage guests to bring water and take measures to protect themselves from the elements. All venues or roads are subject to closure at the Academy’s discretion with little to no notice.

$420 per step-on guide on your bus – 2 hour tour The price does not include any gratuity you may wish to give the guide. 

• Chevron down The Youth Leadership Tour - Click here to learn more

The  School & Scout Leadership Tour  2 hours

Leadership development is the key component of the Academy’s mission in preparing officers to serve in the United States Army.  Recommended for 13-18 year olds in Scouts, Junior ROTC, service clubs, and sports teams, this tour will present an overview of the leadership principles and activities which cadet’s experience over 4 years.

The tour is designed to invite participants to identify similar ideas in their experiences and will offer real life examples of the importance of character, teamwork, service and good citizenship.   In addition all the West Point highlights and history will be covered such as Trophy Point overlooking the Hudson River, the parade grounds and Cadet Area, and the Cadet Chapel.

$450 per step-on guide on your bus 2-hour tour  The price does not include any gratuity you may wish to give the guide. 

This tour makes stops at Trophy Point overlooking the Hudson River and the Plain.  Your students will walk through history as they view canons, mortars, and monuments from the ‘Wars that shaped our Nation’ and were actually used during the Revolutionary war, the War of 1812, the Mexican War, the Civil War, and the Spanish-American War.  Time allotted, a special stop can be made by the Great Chain, which was stretched across the Hudson as a a defensive measure during the Revolutionary war.  At the Plain, hear the history of such graduates as Douglas MacArthur, Dwight Eisenhower, and George S. Patton, as well as how the West Point Experience shapes future leaders. This tour also typically includes the main Cadet Chapel where students can view beautiful stained glass windows, the largest pipe organ in a religious facility in the world, and more in this beautiful gothic cathedral.  This tour also drives by Blaik Field at Michie Stadium and Holleder Center, the Air Flight Memorials, and the American Soldier Statue.

$250 per step-on guide on your bus Price does not include any gratuity you may wish to give the guide. 

Our 2 hour tour includes all the sites you see on the one hour and 15 minute tour. The additional time includes a tour of the West Point Cemetery and Old Cadet Chapel, built in 1837. This tour delves into the lives and contributions of some of the US Military’s and West Point’s most notable figures laid to rest on this hallowed ground. Learn more about George Custer, Ed White II, George Goethals, David “Mickey” Marcus, Norman Schwarzkopf, Sylvanus Thayer, and many more. ​

​This tour requires moderate walking and visitors spend a​pproximately 1 hour and 20 minutes off the bus at the various stops, most of which is outdoors. Some pathways may be unpaved and the ground uneven. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. We encourage guests to bring water and take measures to protect themselves from the elements. This tour is seasonal. It is offered weekends only from April to May and daily from Memorial Day to October. In November, it is offered weekends only as well as Veterans Day and the Friday after Thanksgiving.​ While a rare occasion, this tour can be re-directed due to an unforeseen funeral or ceremony.​

$300 per step-on guide on your bus Price does not include any gratuity you may wish to give your guide. 

West Point played a pivotal role in the war of American Independence. The tour focuses on this exciting chapter in West Point’s history.  Students are selected to role play (in advance) important figures such as George Washington, Molly Corbin, Benedict Arnold and others. The tour is designed to both inform and stimulate discussion. Although focused on the Revolution, this tour will also explain the broader role of West Point in the history of our country, how it selects cadets and what the cadet experience is like.   The majority of the tour is off the bus.

$325 per step-on guide on your bus – 2 hour tour The price does not include any gratuity you may wish to give the guide. 

$350 per step-on guide on your bus 2-hour tour The price does not include any gratuity you may wish to give the guide. 

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Post Tour with Museum 2.5 hours

This tour is ideal for school & scout groups combining the 1.5 hour tour of the Academy grounds with a 1 hour guided tour of the West Point Museum. Accompanied by our knowledgeable guides, in the museum your class will be divided into smaller groups and visit each of the galleries tying-in the museum visit with the story of West Point and your curriculum, if applicable.

$330 per step-on guide on your bus  The price does not include any gratuity you may wish to give the guide. 

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Choose the Stops 3 hours

This tour combines the History and Tradition 2 Hour Tour with a 1 hour guided tour of the West Point Museum, our nation’s oldest federal museum.  Your group will visit galleries expanding on the wide contribution of both West Point the and U.S. Army to the development of our country.

$360 per step-on guide on your bus

Price does not include any gratuity you may wish to give the guide. 

Group Tour and Lunch Packages - currently packages are not being offered

For groups of 30 or more, West Point Tours can arrange for your lunch on the grounds of West Point or at a local Highland Falls restaurant. Presented on this page are lunch options as well suggestions of some other activities to round out your day in the Hudson Valley. West Point Tours can make all the arrangements.

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Situated on a bluff overlooking the Hudson River your group will enjoy a delicious buffet lunch. The historic Thayer Hotel, located on the grounds of West Point, has been a national treasure since opening in 1926. Sunday Brunch prices are available on request. Group minimum 30.

Prices below reflect the tour with lunch at the Thayer Hotel as well as prices including an added excursion. 

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Enjoy a 2 hour narrated Hudson River Cruise. Cruises depart from Newburgh NY which is about 25 minutes north of West Point. There are 2 boats which offer group cruises. Group Minimum of 30 Pride of the Hudson – The Pride of the Hudson is a yacht style cruise which offers a 2:30 sailing on Thursdays, May through October. It offers both spacious open air sundeck seating as well as a climate controlled interior salon with wrap around windows. Other days and times on request. River Rose – The River Rose is an authentic stern driven Mississippi paddle wheeler. Enjoy the views on the river from an ample sun deck or equally spacious interior level. Sailings on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 2:00. Other days and times on request.

Boscobel House & Gardens

This magnificent neoclassical mansion built between 1804-1808 houses one of the finest collections of decorative arts from the Federal period. Located on 68 acres overlooking the Hudson River Valley and West Point the grounds and gardens offer some of the best views in the Hudson Highlands.

Brotherhood Winery

Brotherhood Winery is America’s oldest winery, established in 1837. The tour through the underground cellars culminates in a tasting of some of Brotherhood’s award winning wines.

Please submit the request form below to begin creating your unique West Point experience. If requesting a lunch package please include preferences in the additional comment box. 

West Point Military Security Requirements For Groups

West Point is an active duty military post. All guests are required to submit accurate ID information on the manifest we will provide, produce the same ID on the day of the tour (no photocopies accepted, no exceptions), and are subject to a West Point security background check.

• NCIC-III contains criminal arrest information about the individual that causes the senior commander to determine that the person presents a threat to the good order, discipline, or health and safety of the installation.
• A claimed identify that cannot be verified based on the reasonable belief that the person submitted fraudulent identity information in the attempt to gain access.
• Current arrest warrant in NCIC, regardless of the offense or violation.
• Current bar from entry or access to a Federal installation or facility.
• Conviction of crimes encompassing sexual assault, armed robbery, rape, child molestation, production or possession of child pornography, trafficking in humans, or drug possession with intent to sell or distribute.
• Conviction for espionage, sabotage, sedition, treason, terrorism, or murder.
• Being a registered sex offender.
• Felony conviction within the last ten years regardless of the offense or violation.
• Felony conviction for a firearms or explosives violation regardless of when the conviction occurred.
• Engaged in acts or activities designed to overthrow the U.S. Government by force.
• Been identified in the NCIC KST file or TSDB report as known to be, or is suspected of being, a terrorist or belonging to an organization with known links to terrorism or support of terrorist activity. Installation access control personnel will strictly follow the FBI’s published engagement protocols.
• Everyone over the age of 18 years old is required to bring government issued photo ID.  Drivers license, learner’s permit, DMV ID, or passport. Students between 16-18 years of age may bring high school photo ID. Original documents only, NO PHOTO COPIES.
• Foreign visitors of ALL ages must have their passports. Original documents only, NO PHOTO COPIES and if required, a non-expired visa.
• Each group must send in the completed manifest we provide at the time of the reservation no less than 10 business days prior to the tour completed with the names, dates of birth, gender, type of ID (State for DL Country for Passport). If information is found to be inaccurate during the background check the guest will be denied riding the tour until visiting the security desk in the visitor center to complete another background check. Please arrive 60-90 minutes in advance of your tour if you are concerned with this. Click here  to download form.   Click here if you need further instructions to complete the manifest.

Being an active duty army post tour times and access to venues within West Point are subject to change without notice.

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Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year’s Day

During Graduation Week on May 19, 22, & 23

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Tours can start after 9:00 AM.

All tours must end by 5:00 PM daily.

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Welcome to the official Army West Point Sport Camps page. By using the links below, you will be able to browse the various camps and clinics offered by Army West Point Athletics, learn details of each and register your child for their favorite Army Sport Camp!

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Morning: 6:55-7:30 Breakfast 7:35-11:45 Class or study

Afternoon: 12:05-12:40 Lunch 12:45-1:40 Commandant/Dean Time 1:50-3:50 Class or study 4:10-5:45 Intramural, club or intercollegiate athletics; extracurricular activities; or free time

Evening: 6:30-7:15 Supper (optional except Thursday) 7:15-7:30 Cadet Duties 7:30-8:30 Study Conditions/Extracurricular activities 8:30-11:30 Study time 11:30 Taps 12:00 Lights Out

Cadets at the United States Military Academy are busy. Their highly regimented schedule is driven by the academic, athletic and military training requirements that they must navigate during their four years at West Point. Most days begin at "O Dark Hundred" as all cadets are required to form up for breakfast formation and Breakfast Mess starts shortly thereafter at 6:55 am. The academic class day starts at 7:35 am and depending upon one's schedule ends as late as 3:30 pm.

Lunch is at noon. Many cadets enjoy occasional breaks in their daily class schedule so that they can enjoy a cup of coffee in the Jefferson Library and have a class period to work on assignments or consult with an instructor.

The phrase "Every cadet an athlete" is taken seriously at West Point. After classes, all West Point cadets participate in some form of athletic activity, be it an intramural, club or intercollegiate squad. This daily athletic block goes to approximately 6:00 pm daily.

Cadets can enjoy evening meals a variety of close-by food offerings or eat at Washington Hall. Only Thursday meals are mandatory in Washington Hall.

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