We have arrived in Washington DC on our bikes all the way from Chicago – how exciting is that?! The route from Mike’s house was lovely, through undulating countryside for about 15 miles until the edge of Washington. The roads were quiet as it’s a public holiday. We rode straight down to the White House for the obligatory photo and a free ice cream for me, (they were being handed out for Independence Day), I think I’ve definitely earned it. We cycled over to the National Mall and caught the tail end of the 4 July parade and saw the Lincoln Memorial and the Capitol. After we freshen up we’ll go for a stroll, then later we’ll be watching the fireworks – happy Independence Day everyone.
Matthew and Mike Travel from Bristol
Our adventures – originally by bicycle, now not so much
Matthew and Mike Travel from Bristol 
Well done you two! Quite an achievement.
Jan
Thanks Jan, I think Mike will let me have an ice cream now!
Really well done. Enjoy the 4 th July celebrations and Washington . So jealous a lovely city. X
Thanks Michelle – it feels quite an achievement. We need to think of another challenge now!
Yankie Doogle Dandy
Indeed – we saw a fab, very patriotic, fireworks display. A day to explore Washington now.
Well done lads!