8D/7N - 2024 Great Eastern Cities

day 01 New York Arrival

Independent arrival at your hotel where you will meet your Tour Director.

day 02 New York

This morning enjoy a city tour of New York which includes some of the most famous sights of Manhattan. Catch glimpses of the famous skyline as you absorb the bustle and energy of the Big Apple. The rest of today is at leisure. Your Tour Director will assist you in making plans. May we suggest a stroll through Central Park, a bird’s eye view on a Manhattan Helicopter Tour (optional), or reenact history with a kiss in Times Square. Bring your camera!

day 03 New York-Finger Lakes-Niagara Falls

Today, drive across New York state through the Finger Lakes Country and towards the Canadian border, arriving at one of the world’s natural wonders, breathtaking Niagara Falls. Indulge in a spot of wine-tasting at Watkins Glen, on the shores of Lake Seneca, named for the Seneca Indian Nation. Spend the evening at the romantic Niagara Falls.

day 04 Niagara Falls-Pennsylvania Dutch Country

This morning you will have time to explore the Falls. Perhaps take a ride aboard the Hornblower Niagara Cruises and a lunch overlooking the falls (optional), or stroll along Table Rock to view the thundering waters of the Horseshoe Falls. Depart Niagara and travel into Pennsylvania Dutch country, also known as Amish Country, for your overnight stay.

day 05 Pennsylvania Dutch Country-Gettysburg-Washington DC

This morning travel through the Appalachian Mountains along the picturesque Susquehanna River, the longest river on the American East Coast. Visit the historic Gettysburg Civil War National Battleground, site of the largest battle ever fought on American soil, and the place where President Lincoln gave his famous address in 1863. From here, you will journey to the nation’s capital, Washington, D.C., where you may enjoy a memorable evening tour and dinner (optional).

day 06 Washington DC

Enjoy a city tour with such highlights as the U.S. Capitol Building, Supreme Court, Library of Congress, the F.B.I. Building, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, the White House and Arlington National Cemetery, site of the JFK Memorial. Spend the remainder of the day exploring some of the many museums comprising the Smithsonian Institute or simply stroll the banks of the Potamac River.

day 07 Washington DC-Philadelphia

This morning, we continue our journey to Philadelphia, the “City of Brotherly Love” and the birthplace of America where, the Declaration of Independence was adopted on July 4, 1776. Here you will see Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell on a comprehensive city tour.

day 08 Philadelphia-New York

This morning we return to New York City.
Arrival Newark Airport: approximately 10.30
Arrival JFK Airport: approximately 12.00
Arrival at the New York Hotel at approximately 16.00

Inclusions: twin share, tour director, deluxe coach, porterage, service charges, taxes.
Sightseeing: New York, Finger Lakes Wine Tasting, Niagara Falls, Gettysburg National Military Park, City tour of Washington DC, Philadelphia.
Hotels: New York-the Dylan or similar, Niagara Falls-Best Western Cairn Croft, Amish Country-SureStay Collection by BW Genetti, Washington-Alexandria Mark Centre, Philadelphia-Philadelphia 201, or similar

Notes: All bookings are made only on English spoken tour departures, however some tours may be modified to bilingual (2 languages) at short notice. Tours are subject to change without notice pending climatic and local traffic conditions.

Optional excursions: cruise the Hudson and enjoy fabulous views of the Statue of Liberty, Niagara Falls Cruise ride with lunch at Niagara Falls, Washington Monuments at night with dinner in fashionable D.C., immerse within Washington, D.C.’s historic and scientific museums, “All-American” Picnic at a surprise destination en route. Please book the optional excursions with the tour director at the start of the tour.