Great Eastern Cities

Embarking on an Eastern USA tour from New York is a captivating journey through history, nature, and culture
Begin your adventure in the bustling metropolis of New York City. Immerse yourself in the city's energy, exploring the many landmarks of the city. Depart New York and travel north to Niagara Falls. Bid farewell to Niagara Falls and head south to Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Immerse yourself in the historic significance of the Gettysburg National Military Park, where a pivotal Civil War battle took place. Continue your journey to the nation's capital, Washington, D.C. Discover the city's iconic landmarks. Depart Washington, D.C., and explore Philadelphia, the birthplace of the American democracy
8 Days from $2189/person CAD
Family
Guided
Off The Beaten Path
Premium
UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Primary Location

East Coast, USA

Departures

Selected Saturday departures from April to September 2023 & 2024

Included:

  • 7-nights hotel accommodations as specified or similar with a private bath and/or shower
  • Services of a professional multilingual Tour Manager throughout
  • Become a part of the hustle and bustle of Manhattan with a morning tour of its many iconic sites, including Times Square
  • Taste the wines of upstate New York while stopping at Watkins Glen in the Finger Lakes
  • Feel the mists while taking in the natural wonder of Niagara Falls
  • Walk the hallowed grounds of Gettysburg, the most decisive battle in the American Civil War
  • See the seats of power of the American Government with a grand city tour of Washington, D.C.
  • Explore the birthplace of America in Philadelphia by seeing where it all started at Independence Hall and capturing a glimpse of the iconic Liberty Bell
  • Transportation by a comfortable air-conditioned motor coach equipped with Wi-Fi throughout
  • Hotel, state and local taxes, service charges, and porterage service (limit one piece of checked luggage per person)
  • Information kit

Not Included:

  • Airfare unless specified in the tour itinerary
  • Meals are not included in order to allow for more flexibility
  • Laundry, telephone, optional excursions and other items of a personal nature
  • Travel Insurance
  • Gratuities
  • Pre and Post Accommodation
  • Airport Transfers
  • Everything that is not mentioned in included

Pricing Details

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  • From price is CAD per person, based on double occupancy, and for travel in low season
  • The final price will vary and is also based on the month of travel
  • Prices are subject to change
  • Hotel services in the United States customarily do not include breakfast. If you do not wish to have breakfast at the hotel restaurant (where available), you may frequently find coffee shops and restaurants close by which serve good and inexpensive breakfasts. Some hotels do offer a continental breakfast. Usually, this continental breakfast is basic and contains coffee and pastries. Variations between the different hotels may result in the following also being available, cereal, cheese, fruit, etc
  • Each passenger traveling on an escorted tour is allowed one piece of checked baggage per person due to space limitations. Additional luggage will be charged at $7.00 per person per day (price is subject to change)
  • Due to the nature of this holiday, bags are handled many times, so a durable, reasonably sturdy, and clearly labeled bag is required. The Tour Manager will issue you a special luggage tag which should remain on your customer’s bag at all times to help ensure the bag is delivered to, and retrieved from, the hotel room at each destination
  • All coaches are equipped with air-conditioning and an onboard lavatory. Additionally, coaches may have the following onboard amenities: wi-fi, footrests, luggage nets, movable seats, individually adjustable air conditioning, etc
  • Complimentary breakfast may be offered by a hotel and discontinued at any time with or without notice
  • Child 11 years and under with 2 adults sharing existing bedding with minimum child age is 7 years (child rates are on request)
  • We can not accept bookings on motorcoach tours for children less than seven (7) years of age. For all tours, children and young adults under the age of 21 must be accompanied by and share their room with an adult at least 21 years of age. Some hotels may also require that at least one of the room occupants is 21 years of age or older

Optional Extras:

  • Take a cruise around New York Bay enjoying fabulous views of the Statue of Liberty
  • Experience Niagara Falls “up close” experience with a boat ride under the falls followed by lunch atop the Skylon Tower
  • Capture the stunning lit-up landmarks of Washington, D.C. with a night tour
  • All optional excursions are subject to change and availability. Optional excursions are to be booked with the Tour Manager
  • Pre and post accommodation

Private Group Travel

All United States escorted tours are available for exclusive groups with a minimum of 10 rooms. Please contact us for dates and prices.

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Itinerary

DAY 1: NEW YORK CITY ARRIVAL

Arrive in New York City and transfer independently to your hotel where you will meet with your Tour Director in the evening.

Accommodation at the Dylan Hotel NYC, New York, or similar

DAY 2: 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 ATI 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!

Accommodation at the Dylan Hotel NYC, New York, or similar

DAY 3: NEW YORK > FINGER LAKES > NIAGARA FALLS

Leave the city that never sleeps behind and travel to upstate New York through the Finger Lakes Countryside along Lake Seneca, named for the Seneca Indian Nation, and stop in Watkins Glen for local wine tasting. Continue Westbound where you overnight at the romantic Niagara Falls.

Accommodation at the Niagara Riverside Resort, Niagara Falls, or similar

DAY 4: NIAGARA FALLS > PENNSYLVANIA DUTCH COUNTRY

This morning you will have time to explore the Falls. Perhaps take a ride aboard Hornblower Cruises along the base of the falls followed by 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.

Accommodation at the Genetti Hotel, Surestay Collection by Best Western, Amish Country, or similar

DAY 5: PENNSYLVANIA DUTCH COUNTRY > GETTYSBURG > WASHINGTON, D.C.

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, the 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).

Accommodation at the Omni Shoreham Hotel, Washington D.C, or similar

DAY 6: WASHINGTON, D.C.

Enjoy a tour of the Nation's Capitol with such highlights as the Washington Monument, the Lincoln Memorial, the White House, and Arlington National Cemetery, the 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 Potomac River.

Accommodation at the Omni Shoreham Hotel, Washington D.C, or similar

DAY 7: WASHINGTON, D.C. > 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.

Accommodation at the Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown, Philadelphia, or similar

DAY 8: PHILADELPHIA > NEW YORK DEPARTURE

This morning we return to New York City. Arrive at Newark Airport at approximately 10:30 am. Arrival at JFK Airport at approximately 12:00 pm. Arrive at the Manhattan hotel at approximately 4:00 pm.

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