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7-Day Eastern US and Canada Discovery Tour Package from New York

Small group tour (max 14 travelers).

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$1440
￥10143
€1226
C$1983
(per person, based on double occupancy) Available: Sun Depart from: New York, NY; Newark, NJ
Overview
Visit Niagara Falls, New York, Boston, Montreal, Toronto, Washington, DC, Philadelphia, Niagara Falls Canada, Ottawa, Quebec City, Corning, Thousand Islands.

Day 1: New York

Your New York City adventure covers the city's highlights. Start at Trinity Church and Wall Street, seeing the famous Charging Bull. Take in panoramic views from One World Trade Center Observatory. Cruise by the Statue of Liberty, then visit the Metropolitan Museum and Intrepid Museum. End your day exploring Times Square, Fifth Avenue, and Rockefeller Center at your leisure.
Note: Some attractions are optional with a surcharge.

The Big Apple, The City That Never Sleeps, The Cultural Capital of the World... whatever you call New York City, its impact on worldwide culture and business is undeniable. Seeing this famous metropolis is something no one ever forgets!

  • Built in the mid-1800s, Trinity Church (also called St. Paul's Chapel) is the oldest public building that is in continuous use in NYC. The current church is the third on this site; the first Trinity Church was built in 1698.

  • This famous street in New York City's Financial District has become synonymous with American financial enterprises. It is also the home of the New York Stock Exchange, and has been (or still is) the location of several other exchanges.

  • This bronze sculpture that sits at the northern tip of New York's Bowling Green Park is ready to strike! It was commissioned to represent the "strength and power of the American people" after the stock market crashed in 1987.

  • One World Trade Center is the main building of the new World Trade Center complex in New York City. Once completed in late 2013, this will be both the tallest building in New York and third-tallest in the world.

    If closed will change to Empire State Building

    Admission (Optional): Adult $53.35; Child (3-11 yrs) $46.82; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $51.17

  • The Statue of Liberty was a gift from the French to the United Stated in the late 1800s. In the early 20th century, the statue became a symbol of hope to people emigrating the the US.

    Admission (Optional): Adult $48; Child (3-11 yrs) $42.50; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $42.50|Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes

  • The Metropolitan Museum of Art, located in New York City, is the largest art museum in the United States with among the most significant art collections. (Closed on Monday, Thanksgiving Day, December 25, and January 1)

    Admission (Optional): Adult $30; Child (Under 11 yrs, Free) Free; Senior (Over 62 yrs) $22

  • This National Historic landmark is an authentic decommissioned World War II aircraft carrier. It now serves as a military history museum and banquet hall, and it on of New York City's most famous and popular attractions.

    Admission (Optional): Adult $36; Child (3-11 yrs) $20; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $36|Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes

  • Called "The Crossroads of the World," this major intersection in midtown Manhattan-- where Broadway hits Seventh Avenue-- is a world-famous icon of both New York City and the United States. It has appeared in countless forms of media.

  • One of the most famous shopping areas in the world-- and one of the most expensive-- New York City's Fifth Avenue cuts across Manhattan and hold some of its most famous landmarks and event centers.

  • A member of the U.S. National Register of Historic Places as well as a National Landmark, the world-famous Rockefeller Center (named for John. D. Rockefeller's son) in Midtown Manhattan has been a New York hub since the 1930s.

Standard Hotel: Crowne Plaza Newark Airport, an IHG Hotel or Sheraton Edison or similar

Meal: Excluded

Day 2: New York - Philadelphia - Washington D.C. (236 miles)

Today, you'll head to Philadelphia first. You'll see the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall - where America was born. Then you're off to Washington, DC. You'll check out the Capitol Building, walk around the National Mall, and snap some pics of the White House. You'll also get to see famous memorials like the Lincoln Memorial and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. It's a quick tour of America's history in just one day.

One of the most historically significant cities in the United States, Philadelphia was the first capital of the U.S.The City of Brotherly Love draws history buffs and lovers of culture from all corners of the globe!

  • Experience the unique history and beauty of Philadelphia from the top of a modern double-decker bus. The open-top tours of the city offer the most spectacular views and provide entertaining live commentaries from fully-trained and friendly guides.

    Tour Fee (Optional): Adult $36; Child (3-11 yrs) $30; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $36

  • One of Philadelphia's most famous landmarks, Independence Hall in Independence National Historical Park is the location where both the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution were debated, written, and ratified by the Founding Fathers of the USA.

  • The famously cracked Liberty Bell is a sign of American Independence and spirit. Located at Liberty Bell Center in Philadelphia, PA, this symbol of the American Revolution was crafted in 1752-- more than 250 years ago.

The capital of the United States of America sits on the scenic Potomac River. Monuments, museums, and Americana characterize this historic city, which is located in the District of Columbia between the states of Maryland and Virginia.

  • An inside tour of the Capitol Building, and see the exterior of the Supreme Court and the Library of Congress.

    Tour Fee (Optional): Adult $49.50; Child (3-12 yrs) $39.50; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $49.50|Duration: Approx. 2 Hours

  • The famous United States Capitol is the meeting place of the US Congress, and has been for more than 200 years. The building is famous for its elaborate dome and intricately designed, detailed columns.

    Within the Admission Package - US Capitol In-depth Tour (Included)

  • The Supreme Court is another magnificent addition to Washington's neoclassical buildings. It is home to the country's highest governing judicial body. Visitors may tour the building on their own and also attend court, provided that it is in session.

    Within the Admission Package - US Capitol In-depth Tour (Included)

    Opening Hours: Mon - Fri 9:00am - 4:30pm

  • The Library of Congress is the oldest cultural institution established by federal mandate in the US, divided between three buildings in Capitol Hill and a Virginia campus. It is the largest library in the world.

    Within the Admission Package - US Capitol In-depth Tour (Included)

  • Washington D.C. In-depth tour includes Lincoln Memorial, WW II Memorial, Air Force Memorial, Pentagon Building and National Museum of Natural History.

    Tour Fee (Optional): Adult $45; Child (3-12 yrs) $45; Senior (Over 62 yrs) $45; replaced for Capitol in-depth tour

  • One of Washington, DC's many monuments and memorials, the WWII Memorial pays homage to those who served in the US military during that conflict. It was opened in 2002.

    Opening Hours: Open 24 Hours|Duration: Approx. 20 Minutes

  • This building gets its name from the geometric shape that it resembles. It is the headquarters for the United States Department of Defense. Though it looks austere, it is nonetheless impressive given its immense size and design.

    Opening Hours: Mon - Fri 9:00am - 3:00pm

  • This museum in the nation's capital is part of the renown Smithsonian network of history museums. The collection contains more than 126 million biological specimens. This is routinely the most popular of the Smithsonian museums.

    Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes

  • This Greek-temple-style building houses a massive statue of a massive president. The memorial sees more than six million visitors ever year and was also the location at which Martin Luther King Junior gave his famous "I Have a Dream" speech.

  • The Air Force Memorial in Arlington pays tribute to the veterans of that particular branch of the US military. Its three spires evoke the image of the contrails of fighter jets as they maneuver in the sky.

    Opening Hours: Mon - Sun 8:00am - 11:00pm|Duration: Approx. 20 Minutes

  • The world-famous White House in Washington, DC is the official residence of the president of the United States and the place where most of the work is done. The facade of this neoclassical mansion is a global icon.

    Duration: Approx. 30 Minutes

  • The National Mall is America's most visited national park, where the past, present and future come together. The monuments and memorials in this park honor American forefathers and heroes who paid the ultimate sacrifice in service to this country. Explore the swath of land nicknamed "America's front yard"

  • This memorial commemorates those who served for the United States in the Korean War. It is located south of the Reflecting Pool at the National Mall. The simple memorial is triangular in shape will a circle at the top.

  • This memorial in Washington, DC serves as a place to remember the American soldier who were lost or killed during the tumultuous Vietnam War. Originally controversial in design, the simple memorial has become a shrine for the American people.

  • The Thomas Jefferson Memorial is a memorial to the third president of the United States. The impressive building is neoclassical in design and has been standing since 1943. It sees more than two million visitors every year. It's only available during the Cherry Blossom time.

    Duration: Approx. 20 Minutes

Standard Hotel: SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gaithersburg or similar

Meal: Excluded

Day 3: Washington - Corning - Watkins Glen State Park and Finger Lakes - Niagara Falls (456 miles)

You'll visit Corning Glass Museum, featuring the world's largest glass museum and a live glass-making show. Then, you'll have the option to explore Watkins Glen State Park and Finger Lakes (weather permitting). Your day ends with a night tour of Niagara Falls, where you'll witness the stunning American, Horseshoe, and Bridal Veil Falls in all their thunderous glory.

Corning is a city in Steuben County, New York, United States, on the Chemung River. The population was 11,183 at the 2010 census. It is named for Erastus Corning, an Albany financier and railroad executive who was an investor in the company that developed the community.

  • This unique museum in western New York State showcases thousands of objects that illustrate the history of and science behind glassmaking. The museum tour includes live demonstrations by expert glassblowers as well as ancient artifacts.

    Admission (Optional): Adult $25; Child (3-11 yrs) Free; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $22|Opening Hours: Nov - May

Watkins Glen is a village in Schuyler County, New York. This is the birthplace of the Watkins Glen International, one of the premier automobile road racing tracks in the United States. Sitting on the south shore of Seneca Lake, it is also famous for its beautiful natural sceneries.

  • The amazing Gorge Trail winds 1.3 miles over 20 beautiful waterfalls; such as Rainbow Falls, Chain falls, and Endless falls. There are also suspension stone bridge and spiral tunnels that crosses high above the gorge.

    Admission (Optional): Adult $22; Child (3-11 yrs) $17; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $22|Opening Hours: May - Oct|Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes

Among the most beautiful natural wonders in the world, Niagara Falls are comprised of three waterfalls that thunder and astound, producing a higher flow rate than any other waterfall in the world and standing at a height of 167 feet.

  • On this relaxing night tour, you will get to see the majesty of Niagara Falls from nearby Goat Island as the roaring waters are brilliantly illuminated against the night sky.

    Tour Fee (Mandatory): Adult $45; Child (3-11 yrs) $35; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $45

Standard Hotel: Marriott Amherst or similar

Meal: Excluded

Day 4: Crossing into Canada - Niagara Falls - Toronto (83 miles)

In the morning, you'll cross the border into Canada. You'll board the Hornblower Niagara Cruise for an up-close view of the falls. Next, you'll visit Table Rock to experience the power of the Horseshoe Falls, followed by a trip to the 160-meter Skylon Tower for a panoramic view of the falls from above. You'll enjoy a meal at the tower's 360-degree revolving restaurant or the rooftop buffet. After lunch, you'll head to Toronto, Canada's largest city - a bustling, vibrant international metropolis. Your tour will include exploring the downtown area.

Among the most beautiful natural wonders in the world, Niagara Falls are comprised of three waterfalls that thunder and astound, producing a higher flow rate than any other waterfall in the world and standing at a height of 167 feet.

  • The "Cave of the Winds" is a series of walkways outside the American Falls in Niagara, New York. It is at the sight of a former cavern that was closed off in a rockslide in the 1950s.

    Within the Admission Package - Classic Niagara Falls Tour (Mandatory)

Known and loved for both their power and their beauty, the Niagara Falls offer an experience unlike any other. More water tumbles down from the Niagara River every minute than any other place in the world.

  • Hornblower Niagara Cruise + Park Permit & Cave of the Winds (Seasonal) + Table Rock

    Tour Fee (Mandatory): Adult $75; Child (3-11 yrs) $65; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $75; Voyage to the Falls Boat Tour+Niagara Park Permit+ Cave of the Wind (table rock replace, if close)

  • This boat tour takes visitors as close to the falls as they can possibly get! It is know around the world and has even been featured in movies and television shows such as The Office.

    Within the Admission Package - Classic Niagara Falls Tour (Mandatory)

    Opening Hours: Mar 29 - Nov 27|Duration: Approx. 20 Minutes

  • Home of one of the most spectacular IMAX adventure of all time. In 45 minutes you'll witness the sights and sounds of the Falls through the perspective of the daredevils who have tried to conquer it.

    Admission (Optional): Adult $15; Child $11; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $15

  • The impressive Skylon Tower, jutting into the air above Niagara Falls, features the Revolving Dining Room, a one-of-a-kind eatery the makes a full revolution every hour. Sitting just below the observation deck, guests can enjoy views and food!

    Tour Fee (Optional): Adult $54; Child (3-12 yrs) $45; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $54

  • The Skylon Tower stands high above the base of Niagara Falls, and offers guests a birds-eye view of this natural wonder. Guests can even have lunch in the revolving dining room at the top of the tower!

    Duration: Approx. 50 Minutes

  • The impressive Skylon Tower, jutting into the air above Niagara Falls, features the Revolving Dining Room, a one-of-a-kind eatery the makes a full revolution every hour. Sitting just below the observation deck, guests can enjoy views and food!

Perched on the shores of beautiful Lake Ontario, this historic city combines modern innovation with traditional Canadian culture and style.

  • The city of Toronto sits on the shores of Lake Ontario, and it is impossible to truly enjoy this majestic city without seeing it front the water. View sights like the CN tower as never before!

    Admission (Optional): Adult $33.80; Child (3-12 yrs) $25.80; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $33.80

  • One of Canada's most recognizable landmarks, this tower had an impressive three-decade reign as the tallest freestanding structure in the world. It is still one of the most impressive buildings in its country and a favorite spot of tourists.

    Admission (Optional): Adult $48.59; Child (3-12 yrs) $33.90; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $33.90

  • This unique building complex is one of the most famous in Toronto, and also the home of the city's municipal government.

  • One of the largest Chinatowns in North America is located in downtown Toronto, Ontario. Toronto contains several Chinatowns. This one is the oldest, dating back to the 1870s, and the historical area features many authentic groceries, restaurants, and shops.

    Duration: 15-20 Minutes

Standard Hotel: Delta Markham or similar

Meal: Excluded

Day 5: Toronto - Thousand Islands - Ottawa - Montreal (411 miles)

In the morning, depart from Toronto to the Thousand Islands on the St. Lawrence River, where you'll enjoy a cruise to see the area’s highlights. Then, visit Ottawa to explore Parliament Hill, Peace Tower, and the "Centennial Flame." Finally, head to Montreal, the largest French-speaking city in Eastern Canada, known as the "Little Paris of North America."

An international tourism destination situated between Canada and the United States along the St. Lawrence River. The region takes its name from the more than 1,000 islands that dot the lakes and rivers along this international waterway.

  • In the Saint Lawrence River between New York and Ontario, there are 1,864 islands. This picturesque landscape has been a vacation destination for more than 150 years, and with good reason. The attractions include lighthouses, museums, fishing, and diving.

    Admission (Optional): Adult $36.20; Child (3-12 yrs) $23.80; Senior (Over 62 yrs) $31.70|Opening Hours: Apr 18 - Nov 2

Located on the Ottawa River in eastern Ontario, Canada's capital city is also its center of technology and politics. This historic city features many museums, art galleries, and performance centers as well as other attractions like the Rideau Canal.

  • Parliament Hill, located on the banks of the Ottawa River Canada's capital city, is home to the Canadian Parliament. The gorgeous location and dramatic architecture make this a huge tourist location-- more than 3 million people come every year.

  • The Peace Tower is a large clock tower in Ottawa, Ontario that sits at the center of Parliament Hill. This iconic Canadian building appears on both the fifty- and twenty-dollar Canadian bills. It is more than 300 feet tall.

Montreal, Quebec is the second-largest city in Canada, and the center of French Canadian culture. Called "Canada's Cultural Capital," Montreal offers much to see and do, whether you are looking to explore history or the arts.

  • The Notre-Dame Basilica-Cathedral in Montreal, Quebec is the oldest parish church in North America, founded in 1647. It is also the first to be elevated to the rank of basilica. Visitors also come for its impressive neoclassical architecture.

  • The neighborhood in Montreal, Quebec known as "Old Montreal" is the oldest area of the city, with some structures dating as far back as New France settlements. The area contains many museums as well as sightseeing opportunities.

Dulexe Hotel: Sheraton Saint-Hyacinthe or similar

Meal: Excluded

Day 6: Montreal - Quebec - Nashua (443 miles)

Today, you'll visit Quebec City, a UNESCO site. You can take an optional Old Town Walking Tour, seeing Place Royale, Château Frontenac, Parliament Building, and Notre-Dame de Québec Cathedral. Enjoy an optional French dinner before returning to the US. You'll head to Nashua with an overnight stay.

Quebec City is one of the oldest cities in North America. It was founded by Samuel de Champlain in 1608, and some of the architecture in Old Quebec dates back centuries. The Chateau Frontenac is the most famous landmark.

  • Arrive at the Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac, start a wide boardwalk overlooking the Old Quebec. Along the ancient city wall, follow the tour guide to admire the various French architecture, step on the paved streets, and listen to the old story of the city.

    Tour Fee (Optional): Adult $25; Child (3-12 yrs) $20|Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes

  • Place Royale is a historic square located in the Lower Town area of Old Quebec. It was established as a trading post by Samuel de Champlain, the founder of Quebec City, and is now an important cultural site.

  • The Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac is a famous grand hotel and a National Historic Site of Canada. The hotel, which is essentially a castle, sits on a hilltop in the city, and is perhaps the most-photographed hotel in the world.

  • This impressive and breathtaking Second-Empire-style building is home to all of the governmental functions of Quebec. Construction on the imposing building took ten years beginning in 1877. The buildings is surrounded by statues of famous Quebecois.

  • The first church in North America north of Mexico to be elevated to the status of a minor basilica, Quebec City's Notre-Dame Cathedral is a neoclassical church originally constructed in 1647, although it has been rebuilt twice due to fire.

This city in New Hampshire was built around the booming textile industry of the 19th century. It is currently swept up in an economic boom occurring in the wider Greater Boston Area.

Dulexe Hotel: Sheraton Nashua/ Doubletree or similar

Meal: Excluded

Day 7: Boston - New York (216 miles)

Today, you'll visit Harvard and MIT, two world-famous universities in Cambridge. Then, explore Boston's highlights, including Trinity Church, Boston Common, and the Public Library. You can enjoy a harbor cruise and savor a Boston lobster lunch with a surcharge, and then visit Quincy Market to experience local culture and cuisine.

Boston is a city as beautiful as it is historically significant. Visitors can walk the Freedom Trail and see where the seeds of the American Revolution were sown or visit the North End and look out over the harbor.

  • One of the most famous institutions of higher learning in the world, Harvard University in Cambridge, MA has been standing since 1636, making it the oldest university in the United States. Tourists come for both history and the architecture.

    Duration: 30 Minutes to 1 Hour

  • The Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, Massachusetts is a research university known the world over for its highly selective and intense academics, and MIT alumni include 24 Nobel Prize winners and 22 Rhodes Scholars.

    Duration: 30 Minutes to 1 Hour

  • Trinity Church is located in Boston's upscale Back Bay neighborhood. It is a parish of the Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts, and the elaborate and ornate building has become a landmark and icon in downtown Boston.

  • Boston's famous park has been serving citizens of the city for over 200 years. The 50 acres of rolling lawns and clear ponds have seen the likes of everyone from Martin Luther King to Paul Revere.

  • The main branch of this municipal library system is located in Copley Square. It is the 3rd largest library system in the U.S. after the Library of Congress and the New York Public Library.

  • Over the past few centuries, Boston Harbor has been both a symbol of the city's beauty and its passion, and Boston Harbor Cruises offer a unique view of a town bathed in history both national and natural.

    Admission (Optional): Adult $46; Child (3-11 yrs) $41; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $46|Duration: Approx. 50 Minutes

  • Quincy Market in the Faneuil Hall marketplace of downtown Boston is a historic building that still serves as a souvenir marketplace and food court today. The area has expanded to include two other marketplace buildings as well.

The Big Apple, The City That Never Sleeps, The Cultural Capital of the World... whatever you call New York City, its impact on worldwide culture and business is undeniable. Seeing this famous metropolis is something no one ever forgets!

Meal: Excluded

 

Departure and Return Details


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Destination Adult Child Senior
Boston, MA
Boston Harbor Cruise (Optional) $46 $41 (3-11 yrs) $46 (65+)
Corning, NY
Corning Museum of Glass (Optional) $25 Free (3-11 yrs) $22 (65+)
New York, NY
Intrepid Sea, Air, and Space Museum (Optional) $36 $20 (3-11 yrs) $36 (65+)
One World Trade Center (Optional) $53.35 $46.82 (3-11 yrs) $51.17 (65+)
Statue of Liberty Cruise (Optional) $48 $42.50 (3-11 yrs) $42.50 (65+)
The Metropolitan Museum of Art (Optional) $30 Free (0-11 yrs, Free) $22 (62+)
Niagara Falls, NY
Niagara Falls Night Tour (Mandatory) $45 $35 (3-11 yrs) $45 (65+)
Niagara Falls Canada
Classic Niagara Falls Tour (Mandatory)
Voyage to the Falls Boat Tour+Niagara Park Permit+ Cave of the Wind (table rock replace, if close)
 $75 $65 (3-11 yrs) $75 (65+)
Niagara Falls IMAX (Optional) $15 $11 $15 (65+)
Skylon Tower+Revolving Restaurant Lunch (Optional) $54 $45 (3-12 yrs) $54 (65+)
Philadelphia, PA
Double Decker City Bus Tours (Optional) $36 $30 (3-11 yrs) $36 (65+)
Quebec City
Old Town Walking Tour (Optional) $25 $20 (3-12 yrs) /
Thousand Islands, ON
Thousand Islands Cruise (Optional) $36.20 $23.80 (3-12 yrs) $31.70 (62+)
Toronto, ON
CN Tower (Optional) $48.59 $33.90 (3-12 yrs) $33.90 (65+)
Mariposa Toronto Harbour Cruise (Optional) $33.80 $25.80 (3-12 yrs) $33.80 (65+)
Washington, DC
US Capitol In-depth Tour (Optional) $49.50 $39.50 (3-12 yrs) $49.50 (65+)
Washington, DC In-depth Tour (Optional)
replaced for Capitol in-depth tour
 $45 $45 (3-12 yrs) $45 (62+)
Watkins Glen, NY
Watkins Glen State Park (Optional) $22 $17 (3-11 yrs) $22 (65+)