New 6-Day USA East Coast Tour Package from Philadelphia   Tour Code: 055-720

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Pricing Policy

  • BUY 2 GET 2 FREE (1)Cancellation of free-fare passenger must be made at least 7 days before departure.(2)No-show or late cancellation incurs an $315 penalty fee for the reserved bus seat
  • Child Rate: Child rates apply to those 2-9 years and using existing bedding with 2 full-paying passengers (regardless of ages). Please note each hotel room can only accommodate 4 guests (adults or children).
    
  • Itinerary

DAY1 Philadelphia - Washington D.C. (136 miles)

Depart from Philadelphia in the morning to walk along the historical cobblestone streets along Independence Mall State Park, where we’ll see the Liberty Bell in its newly renovated home at the Liberty Bell Center, as well as Independence Hall and Congress Hall, birthplace of both the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. Moving on to Washington D.C., we’ll visit Capitol Hill and the White House, home to the U.S. Senate and the House of Representatives as well as the President of the United States; the National Air and Space Museum, which houses the largest collection of historic air and spacecraft in the world; and the stately white marble Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials which honor these notable past presidents. Next we’ll pay tribute to more modern heroes at the Vietnam and Korean War Veterans Memorials, both simple and moving monuments to men who sacrificed their lives for their country. If season and weather permits, we’ll take a scenic and relaxing cruise on Potomac River* to experience the city from the water, where we’ll get views of the Pentagon, the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, the infamous Watergate Hotel, and more.
Deluxe Hotel: Hilton/Sheraton or similar

DAY2 Washington D.C.- Hershey Chocolate Center - Corning Glass Center - Niagara Falls (475 miles)

Hershey's Chocolate World, with its marketplace, shops and restaurants sweetly beckons our tour this morning. Once here you can take the chocolate tour, offering views of the chocolate making process, view a spectacular 3-D Show,*and/or participate in special chocolate tastings. Later, continuing on our way north, we’ll make a special stop at the Corning Glass Center*, a showcase and museum for the art and science of glassmaking. Here you will witness first-hand how craftsman and artisans work superheated glass into beautiful decorative pieces; at the conclusion of our visit, you will have the opportunity to purchase these unique items for yourself or a loved one in the Center’s wonderful gift shop. Afterwards, the tour will head to Niagara Falls to enjoy its beautiful night views. In what’s now a 140-year-old tradition, every evening the Falls are illuminated in changing colors of the rainbow.

The sunset is usually late in summer, we will take the time to visit the scenic spots after arriving at Niagara Falls, so as to enjoy the sunshine and leave some time for the wonderful night tour, then we could head to Boston directly the next day.

Deluxe Hotel: Adam's Mark/Holiday Inn or similar

DAY3 Niagara Falls - Boston (466 miles)

Today we’ll truly experience Niagara Falls in its full fury and majesty—as the most powerful waterfall in North America, an average of 4 million cubic feet of water falls over the crest every minute. First, at the IMAX Niagara Falls* “The Falls Movie: Legends and Daredevils,” we’ll see and hear the unforgettable stories of the courageous few who have dared the waters of the powerful Falls. Next, we’ll take a thrilling boat ride aboard the world-famous Maid of the Mist* which offers up close and exciting views of the Falls (seasonal). The tour then proceeds to in Boston in the evening, where we will have a chance to sample some delicious lobster*, a Boston favorite, during dinner.

For winter special schedule(Nov - Mar), if time is availiable we will go to the Old Fort Niagara(optional), located at the mouth of the Niagara River. Be sure to catch the short guided tour that explains a lot in a short time. The fact that the old French Castle from 1726 is still standing today is amazing. The history and importance of this fort is a compelling reason to preserve it and the artifacts in the museum were spectacular. If you're a history buff or just like tours of this kind you have to see this.

Deluxe Hotel: Sheraton/Crowne Plaza or similar

DAY4 Boston - Rhode Island - Boston (143 miles)

We will take a city tour of Boston in the morning, beginning with the campuses of Harvard University and MIT, two of the most prestigious places of higher learning in the world. The tour will continue to Boston Common, a 50 acre park in the heart of the city and the oldest park in the United States; Trinity Church with its beautiful interior that features over 21,500 square feet of murals and stained glass windows; and the glass-covered John Hancock Tower, the tallest structure in Boston. Season and weather permitting, we will take a harbor cruise* to observe Boston's working port and examples of extravagant waterfront living. You will also have the opportunity to visit downtown Boston and Quincy Market. Situated between Boston's Financial District, the Waterfront, North End, Government Center and Haymarket, the vibrant Quincy Market is one of America's oldest gathering places. Next it’s on to yachting hotspot Newport, Rhode Island, where we will visit the Breakers Mansion*, the opulent former summer home of Cornelius Vanderbilt II that was built at a cost of approximately $150 million in today's dollars. As we make our way back to Boston, we’ll stop to visit the Mayflower II, a replica of the original vessel that carried the Pilgrims on their harrowing journey from England to America to escape persecution in the 17th Century, and Plymouth Rock, traditionally celebrated as the site where they landed. Our tour returns to Boston in the evening.
Deluxe Hotel: Sheraton/Crowne Plaza or similar

DAY5 Boston - New Haven - NYC (220 miles)

We will visit the Constitution cruiser, the oldest battleship of the world’s current naval warship, which defeat the British Navy in many military missions with brilliant achievements; the warship crews will tell its history vividly. At the same time, you will see the nearby warship from WWII which has witnessed many signatures of the Naval Treaty. Then we will head to Yale University, as one of the famous Ivy League Colleges, it has cultivated many famous people, such as William Howard Taft, Gerald R. Ford, Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, etc. With green coverage, shading the unique style of architecture, and strong cultural atmosphere, you will be affected from your deep heart. We’ll head back to NYC in the afternoon, and focus on the diverse downtown area: Little Italy, SOHO, and Chinatown. We’ll take a walk through City Hall Park, and experience Brooklyn Bridge by foo. Or you may enjoy the Broadway show after 7PM, and back to the hotel at your own expense ($120/4-6 persons). The show ticket reservation and the transportation back to hotel can be also arranged by the tour guide;
Deluxe Hotel: Crowne Plaza/Courtyard or similar

DAY6 New York - Philadelphia (96 miles)

We will spend the day touring New York City, the center of global commerce, finance, media, culture, art, fashion and entertainment. Here, we will visit the Empire State Building*, the Art Deco styled building that spans 102 floors, and offers breathtaking 360 views of New York. Next, we’ll take a boat ride around Manhattan Harbor* where you can see the Statue of Liberty and the incredible skyline. From there, we will board another vessel, the USS Intrepid*, home to the Intrepid Sea, Air, and Space Museum, which exhibits military aircraft, including fighter jets, helicopters, and even a submarine on its flight deck. We will have an opportunity to tour luxurious Fifth Avenue, known for its brand name shops and being the “main street” of the fashion world. Then it’s on to a tour of the United Nations headquarters, the center for international diplomacy. And if there is time, our tour may view other notable sites such as Wall Street and Ground Zero in the Financial District.

*Extra fee; activity not included in tour price. See “Exclusions” for cost details.

The tour ends at 6:00 pm. Free transfer service is available from New York to Philadelphia (55-57 N 11th St). There is no tour guide accompanies this ride. Or you can choose to be dropped off at a NYC area airport. There will be some service fee for the transfer to the airport(LGA-$30, JFK-$50,EWR-$80)Please arrange departure flight from New York after 8:30PM.

*Please note that the timing and sequence of events in this itinerary is subject to change so that we can best tailor the tour to meet your expectations.

  • Departure and Return Details
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  • Inclusions
  • 5 nights hotel accommodation
  • Transportation via air-conditioned vehicle
  • Tour guide (Level 2: semi-guided tour)
  • All taxes and fees included
  • Exclusions
  • Optional Admission Fees:
    Activity Adult Child Senior(62+)
    Empire State Building / Top Of Rock $22 under 11yrs $16 $19
    Statue of Liberty Cruise $29 under 11yrs $17 $24
    U.S.S Intrepid $24 3-6yrs
    7-17yrs
    $12
    $19
    $20
    Washington D.C Cruise $23 under 11yrs $15 $22
    Dinner in DC $14 under 11yrs $10 $14
    Corning Glass Center $15 under 19yrs Free $15
    IMAX Movie $11 under 11yrs $6.50 $11
    Maid of the Mist $15.50 under 11yrs $9 $15.50
    Boston Harbor Cruise $20 under 11yrs $15 $18
    Boston Lobster Dinner $28 under 11yrs $28 $28
    Breaker Mansion $19.5 under 11yrs $6 $19.5
    Old Fort Niagara(Nov-Mar) $10 under 11yrs $6 $10
  • Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
  • Admission fees may be paid to your tour escort upon arrival by cash.

  • All meals and drinks during the trip, but the tour guide will arrange for.
  • Service fees for your tour guide and bus driver (min. $6.00/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
  • Bus Arrangement: Usually only passengers in the same order will be arranged in the same bus. If you book the tour separately with your friends and you want to sit in the same bus, you need to inform us before departure . Or you may be arranged in different buses.
  • Lodging: Single price is for one person staying in one room. Double, Triple and Quadruple prices are for two people, three people and four people staying in one room respectively. Triple and Quad rooms are based on the existing bedding in a room which is 2 double beds.
  • Language: All tours are escorted by professional bi- or multi-lingual tour and/or driver guides (English/Chinese). Depending on the number of passengers booked for a particular departure, tours and/or languages may be combined to operate the tours.
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    Booking changes
    A fee may be charged for any revision or alteration made to a reservation after the booking is confirmed. Name changes or corrections may be treated as a cancellation and cancellation fees will apply. A change of tour date or tour itinerary may be treated as a cancellation, and normal cancellation fees will apply.

    Cancellations and Cancellation Fees
    Regardless of reason, cancellations result in costly charges from our travel and hotel providers covering penalties and fees incurred by canceling confirmed and pending bookings. Therefore, cancellation penalties and or fees will apply. Time of cancellation will be determined when notice is received and confirmed by our office. Notice of cancellation must be made directly to Taketours by email or through web mail at Contact Us .

    Cancellation penalties per person for 1-4 days tours

    • 15-30 days prior to departure - 10% of total purchase amount.
    • 7-14 days prior to departure - 25% of total purchase amount.
    • 4-6 days prior to departure - 50% of total purchase amount.
    • Within 3 days prior to departure - 100% of total purchase amount.
    • Day of departure or no show - 100% per person.
    • Unused features are non-refundable. No shows forfeit entire payment.
    • Trips require a minimum number of participants to avoid cancellation. We reserve the right to cancel a schedule trip to fully refund affected customers although tour companies will make every efforts to maintain the normal operation.
    • There is 6% handling fee add-on to the above penalties.

    Cancellation penalties per person for tours last 5 or more days

    • Up to 46 days prior to departure - 10% of total purchase amount.
    • 21-45 days prior to departure - 25% of total purchase amount.
    • 8-20 days prior to departure - 50% of total purchase amount.
    • 1-7 days prior to departure - 100% of total purchase amount.
    • Day of departure or no show - 100% per person.
    • Unused features are non-refundable. No shows forfeit entire payment.
    • There is 6% handling fee add-on to the above penalties.

    NOTE: We cannot grant any refunds more than 30 days after completion of tour.

    Itinerary Variations
    We constantly strives to improve tour itineraries and features. If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary - we reserve the right to vary itineraries and to substitute hotels. At certain peak periods duplicate departures may operate, and sometimes in reverse order in which case hotels may vary from those stated on the itinerary pages.

    Tour Cancellation:
    We reserves the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control. If cancellation is made any time prior to departure* of the tour, Taketours' only liability will be to refund to the passenger the amount it has received for the tour booking. We will try to re-book the same or similar tour.. Please note that we are not liable for any cancellation penalties incurred on any other travel arrangements including air tickets purchased separately from customers.

    We are not responsible for any other travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations.

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