| Duration: | 5 Day(s) - 4 Night(s) |
| Tour Category: | Motorcoach |
East Coast Tours from New York
5 Days
Trip code:
EC5
Departs: Every Sunday, April to October
Day 1: NEW YORK – FINGER LAKES – NIAGARA FALLS
This morning, we depart from the Big Apple heading north, where we will pass the beautiful Delaware Water Gap to Watkins Glen State Park in the heart of the Finger Lakes region. Walk through Watkins Glen Canyon to visit the beautiful waterfalls and then continue to Niagara Falls, passing Seneca Lake, arriving in the late afternoon.
Tour Niagara's US side, including the American Falls, Goat Island, and Luna Island. Experience the power of Niagara aboard the Maid of the Mist. At night, the waters are illuminated with colorful lights.
Overnight: Niagara Falls – Wyndham Super 8.
Day 2: NIAGARA FALLS – TORONTO – 1000 ISLANDS
Our day starts with the magnificent Horseshoe Falls’ view, followed by a visit to the picturesque village of Niagara-on-the-Lake. We continue to Toronto, the financial capital of Canada. We visit the HTO Park, Brookfield Place - home of the Hockey Hall of Fame, City Hall, and The Distillery Historic District.
Late afternoon depart Toronto east along the world-famous Lake Ontario for an evening arrival to the 1000 Islands area (in April, based on weather conditions, we may return to Niagara Falls for overnight).
Overnight Gananoque – Comfort Inn (April- Niagara Falls – Wyndham Super 8)
Day 3: 1000 ISLANDS – NEW YORK
We start the day with a cruise through the amazing 1000 Islands along the St. Lawrence River, which was navigated about 500 years ago by the French explorer Jacques Cartier. See the houses of the rich and famous built atop private islands, such as Boldt Castle and Heart Island. On the way to New York, enjoy a shopping excursion at one of the large outlet malls along the way, and find your bargain with brand-name stores for less. Evening arrival at our hotel in New Jersey.
Overnight New Jersey – La Quinta Inn and Suites, Clifton, NJ
Day 4: NEW JERSEY – PHILADELPHIA – WASHINGTON, DC
Depart from New Jersey to Pennsylvania and the city of brotherly love, Philadelphia. Arriving in the historic area of Philadelphia, we visit the famous Liberty Bell, one of the symbols of freedom in America, Constitution Square, and Congress Hall. Stroll Elfreth’s Alley, the oldest continuously inhabited street in America.
Continue on a panoramic tour of Philadelphia that includes the financial district, Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Historic Philadelphia, and more. Departing Philadelphia, we see the famous “Rocky Steps” and then continue to Lancaster County, home of the Amish people.
We start our visit with a ride on an authentic Amish Buggy through the Amish farm country and learn how they live without the benefit of modern technology, no electricity, running water, telephone service, or appliances. After the ride, we visit the marketplace where we can shop for handmade arts, crafts, and products. In the late afternoon, we depart east for an evening arrival in Washington, DC. Overnight: Wyndham Garden, Washington, DC.
Day 5: WASHINGTON, DC – NEW YORK
Start the day with a visit to the Thomas Jefferson Memorial, by the Tidal Basin, surrounded by famous Japanese cherry blossom trees. Visit the Arlington National Cemetery, the Changing of the Guard, and the Kennedy family gravesite.
Next stop is Capitol Hill. See the US Capitol and the White House to understand the core of the US government. Continue to the Air and Space Museum before visiting the Lincoln, Martin Luther King, Korea, and Vietnam Memorials.
In the late afternoon, we depart Nord for an evening arrival in New York.
TOUR INCLUDES:
• 4 nights' hotel including tax and Continental Breakfast
• Air-conditioned Bus or Van & Professional Tour Guide
• Sightseeing in Niagara Falls, Toronto, the 1000 Islands, Philadelphia, and Washington, DC
• Admission to the Maid of the Mist
• 1000 Islands cruise (May to October)
• Amish Buggy Ride
Tour Rates:
Please Contact Us.
Meeting Points:
Grayline Visitor Center 777 8th Avenue, btw 47th & 48th at 07:00 AM.
