5-Day U.S. East Coast and 1000 Islands Tour from Boston   Tour Code: 978-989

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Pricing Policy

BUY 2 GET 2 FREE DETAILS:
  • Offer applies to 3 or 4 people sharing one room. Price already adjusted.
  • Reschedule penalty 50% of total payment , it is for the hotel and the bus seat reserved.
  • Cancellation of free-fare passenger must be made at least 3 days before departure.
  • No-show (or late cancellation) of free passenger incurs $130 penalty fee for the reserved bus seat.
  • NO REFUNDABLE for No-show (or late cancellation) of paying passenger.
    • Itinerary

    DAY1 Boston - Washington DC (449 miles)

    We depart from Boston at 7:00 am, en route to Washington DC. In the capital city, our tour will include sights such as the U.S. Capitol Building, where the United States Congress meets to enact legislation; the White House, principal home and workplace of every U.S. President since John Adams; the Jefferson Memorial, iconic in its circle of pillars and lifelike sculpture of Thomas Jefferson, the author of the Declaration of Independence; finishing our day in the city at the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum* before transferring to our nearby hotel for a night’s rest.

    Standard Hotel: Comfort Inn Tysons in Vienna, VA 22182 or similar

    DAY2 Washington DC city tour – Baltimore -Philadelphia (138 miles)

    After breakfast, we’ll visit the Lincoln Memorial with its larger-than-life stone recreation of Abraham Lincoln himself and finally the somber and patriotic Korean War and Vietnam Veterans memorials. After lunch, the tour will continue to Baltimore, stopping at the scenic Inner Harbor for a photo opportunity, and then on to Philadelphia, arriving in the early evening, where we our tour will take us to Independence Hall, birthplace of the Declaration of Independence and Constitution, as well as to the iconic Liberty Bell. After dinner, we head north to our hotel stay in New Jersey.

    Standard Hotel: Madison Suites, NJ or similar

    DAY3 New York City Tour

    On our third day, we’ll spend in New York City, otherwise known as the Big Apple. We’ll start with a panoramic view of Manhattan Island from the observation platform of the Empire State Building*, before we head down to street-level for closer inspection. Our tour will proceed to Rockefeller Center, home of NBC Studios and the famous statue of golden Prometheus, and then to the United Nations Headquarters, as well as the bustling commercial mecca of Times Square. In the afternoon, we’ll take the Statue of Liberty Cruise*, which will give you breathtaking water views of Manhattan’s famous skyline and the Statue of Liberty, the must-see moment in New York, and then we’ll pay a visit to the USS Intrepid Air and Sea Museum*. We’ll then take a moment to browse the curiously lifelike models on display at Madame Tussauds Wax Museum*, where you can greet celebrities and historical figures face-to-face.

    Standard Hotel: Quality Inn/Comfort Inn or similar

    DAY4 Thousand Islands - Niagara Falls (251 miles)

    We’ll set out from Boston in the morning for our destination, Niagara Falls, stopping by at the Thousand Islands along the way. The Thousand Islands are a string of approximately 1,800 islands that span the U.S.-Canada border, stretching for over 50 miles from the mouth of Lake Ontario downstream of the St. Lawrence River.  When you arrive, you will be able to explore the archipelago aboard the Thousand Island Boat Cruise*, which will take you around some of the most beautiful scenery that the region has to offer, through waters that were once patrolled by pirates, now dotted by seafaring vacationers.  You will hear the various legends surrounding the islands and witness the many historic sites that contribute to the lore.  Following the cruise, our journey continues to Niagara Falls, where we’ll arrive at approximately 8:00 pm. Passengers will have the option of a special night tour* of this natural wonder, as the Falls can be quite spectacular when they are illuminated after dark.

    Standard Hotel: Best Western/Days Inn or similar

    DAY5 Niagara Falls - Boston (466 miles)

    This morning, we head to Niagara Falls from out hotel. Those who are interested in a special adventure may like to try the Maid of the Mist boat ride*, a one-of-a-kind experience which will take you amazingly close to the wall of cascading water as it rains down from above.  After drying off, we’ll then head to Goat Island, the oldest state park in the U.S., which offers spectacular views of the Canadian Horseshoe Falls, American Falls and Bridal Veil Falls.  Not to be missed is the IMAX Experience Niagara Falls*, which will provide you with perspective on the lore, legends, and daredevilry associated with this wonder of the world. After lunch, our bus will begin the return journey back to Boston.  Our approximate arrival time in the city will be 9:00 pm

    Note: If Friday departure, the tour go to Washington DC-New York first; if Saturday departure, the tour go to Thousand Island-Niagara Fall first.
    *Optional activity; fee not included in tour price.  See “Exclusions” for cost details.

    • Departure and Return Details
      Departure times and locations:
    • Inclusions
    • 4-night hotel accommodations - all hotels are equipped with air conditioning and ensuite bathrooms.
    • Transportation via Deluxe Air Conditioned, Lavatory Equipped motor coach; Sometimes may via 15-Seat Hight Top Mercedes minibus.
    • Tour guide (Level 2: semi-guided tour)
    • Exclusions
    • Optional Admission Fees:
      Activity Adult Child Senior(62+)
      Empire State Building / Top Of Rock $23 $17 $20
      Madame Tussauds Wax Museum $34 $27 $34
      Statue of Liberty Cruise $26 $14 $26
      U.S.S Intrepid $24 $19 $20
      Washington D.C Cruise $22 $15 $20
      Maid of the Mist $16 $9 $16
      Corning Glass Center $14 Free $14
    • Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
    • Admission fees may be paid to your tour escort upon arrival by cash.

    • Fuel charge: $1 per day per person.
    • All meals and drinks during the trip, but the tour guide will arrange for.
    • Service fees for your tour guide and bus driver (min. $7.00/day per passenger)
    • Personal room fees such as laundry or valet services, telephone calls, or alcoholic beverages/ mini bar items, unless they are otherwise specified.
    • Any private expenses
    • Additional Note
  • Customers are held solely responsible for their own travel documents and/or visas if required.
  • All hotel and tour schedules are arranged in advance, NO REFUND will be given to any customer failing to appear on the departure day.
  • Customers are advise to purchase travel insurances before departure of their tours. Please ask one of our specialists for more information.
  • Child rates: Child rates apply to those who are 2-9 yrs old
  • Hotel rooms: Each hotel room can accommodate no more than 4 guests (adults or children), and existing bedding must be used
  • Language: All tours are escorted by professional bi- or multi-lingual tour and/or driver guides (Limited English/Chinese). Depending on the number of passengers booked for a particular departure, tours and/or languages may be combined to operate the tours.
  • Travel Insurance: By accepting our policy, passenger should agree that we shall hold no responsibilities in itinerary alterations, delays or cancellation strikes, sickness, theft, loss, bus broke down, accident, weather or any other causes. Customers are strongly advised to purchase travel insurance before departure to ensure compensations for the unexpected causes above. Please ask one of our specialists for more information.
  •   Confirmation
    Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a receipt of booking by email. Within 36 hours of submitting your reservation you will receive a confirmation email confirming the booking status. Tour requires a minimum number of passengers to operate so reconfirmation two days prior to the departure date is required. If you are planning to take flight to join the tour, please call us to confirm the tour before booking flight ticket.
      Redemption
    Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your e-ticket. You must print the e-tickets and take them along on your trip; they are your proof of purchase.
      Terms & Condition
    BOOKING AND RESERVATION

    All tours are for early booking, we suggest the each passenger should book tour at least 3 weeks before departure date. Passenger may make reservation via email; however, seats will not be assigned until deposit has paid. At time of reservation, passenger may require to provide name, phone number and address and specify designated tour and date of travel.

    TOUR COST INCLUDES

  • Transportation as per itinerary via deluxe motorcoach or Mini Bus.
  • Passenger insurance while on board motorcoach or Mini Bus.
  • Hotel accommodation which based on two adults sharing one bedroom. (Double, Triple, Quad, Occupancy), excluding child fare, child fare between age of 2-8, under age of 2 without seat(s) on the bus.
  • Due to Motorcoach Insurance Policy, passengers over 2years of age must purchase ticket in order to occupy seats.

    TOUR COST NOT INCLUDES

  • Tour taxes, travel insurance and all changes arriving from deviation.
  • Admission package or passes to attraction; personal changes such as travel document and visa fees.
  • Baggage handing fees, phone calls, room service, movies and etc. Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) and tips for waiters or waitresses.
  • Tipping for an Escort or tour Guide: Children and Adults apply: it is required by each passenger to pay gratuity (tips) for an Escort or Tour Guide for the courteous service provided on the tour. It is recommended that a minimum of $4.00 per person / per day for an Escort or Tour Guide.
  • Tipping for the driver: it is required by each passenger to pay gratuity (tips) for the Driver for the courteous service delivering throughout the tour. It is recommended that a minimum of $3.00 per person / per day for the Driver.

  • Weekend and holiday surcharge may apply.

    SEAT ASSIGNMENT

  • All seats are pre-assigned with numbers; seat assignment is based on a first come first serve basis after down payment.
  • Passengers of 2 years or older must purchase ticket to occupy seats.

    HOTEL ACCOMMODATION

  • Hotel accommodation is based on two adults (Double), three adults (Triple), or Four adults (Quad) per room sharing two twin beds, each hotel room can only accommodate 4 guests (adults or children). Each guest rooms are standard with TWO full size beds or ONE queen size bed. Please specify at time of booking.
  • All children under age 8 must accompanying adults. (Hotel rooms do not apply in all children fare).
  • Single room can be arranged for passenger who paid the single supplement fee.

    TRAVEL DOCUMENT

    Passenger must carry a valid travel document. (Valid visa for countries needed) (E.g. Green Card, Passport, Re-Entry Permit, and etc.) We are not responsible for lost or stolen personal items.

    CANCELLATION OR CHANGE POLICY

    All cancellation or change of date must be with the following details:

  • A 25% service fee will apply on refunds after the payment.
  • A 50% service fee will apply on refunds of SEVEN days prior to departure.
  • A 75% service fee will apply on refunds of THREE days prior to departure.
  • Absolutely NO refundable (exchangeable) on all cancellation or postpone within 3 days prior to departure.
  • All the concert tickets and bus tickets are NO refundable or exchangeable.
  • Passenger must present ticket(s) at time of refund; all refund will be issued by company check or credit card only. (Absolutely NO cash refund).
  • There is 6% handling fee add-on to the above penalties.
  • BOARDING TIME AND PLACE

  • All passengers must arrive 30 minutes before departure time. All passengers must show photo ID and boarding pass or tickets for boarding; absolutely not boarding without tickets.
  • Departure time and boarding location will be advised after reservation made.

    TRAVEL INSURANCE

    We are not responsible for any occur on or during the tour. It is optional that passengers to buy travel insurance, for more information, please consult your travel agent.

    RESPONSIBILITY

  • We reserve the right to substitute hotels and after itinerary, withdraw any tour and make any desirable alteration for the convenience of the operation of the tour.
  • We reserve the right to cancel the tour prior to departure for any reason. By accepting our policy, passenger should agree that tour operator shall hold no responsibilities in itinerary alterations, delays or cancellation strikes, sickness, theft, loss, accidents, weather or any other causes.
  • Each group requires a minimum of 10 passengers to operate a departure. We reserve the right to cancel a departure due to not meeting the basic requirement. Liability to such cancellation is limited to full refund of money received by us, and this will constitute full settlement with Tour Department.
  • We reserve the right to decline to accept or retain any tour member at any reason before or during the tour.
  • All prices are subject to change without prior notice.
  • All itineraries are subject to change without notice.
  • All passengers must obtain a valid passport and all entry / exit visa as requited by immigration regulation.
  • Passenger must be self reliant, those require assistance must be accompanied by a friend or relative. We are NOT able to provide individual assistance for any passenger.
  • Passengers should inform the escort or hotel reception if they are to use the hotel swimming pool. All children should be accompanied by their parents while using the pool. No life guard on premise, swim at your own risk.
  • Passenger(s) are responsible for his or her belonging(s). We will NOT longer provide services to track or trace any personal item(s).
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