Itinerary
Day 1:New York - Boston(216 miles)
Hotel:
Standard:
Holiday Inn Express Boston Logan Airport Saugus
Meals:
Breakfast: Excluded; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Included
Passengers will be picked up in New York in the morning. Our day begins with a drive to Boston, MA, where we will take a tour of this historic city. Stops on our tour include Faneuil Hall, Harvard University, and the Boston Common.
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Boston, MA
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.
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Harvard University
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.
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Boston Common
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.
Day 2:Boston Area - Boston-Stockbridge - Albany(149 miles)
Hotel:
Standard:
Best Western Plus Franklin Square Inn or Holiday Inn Express & Suites Albany Airport
Meals:
Breakfast: Included - Continental Breakfast; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Included
After the continental breakfast in the morning, This morning, return to “BeanTown" for a Whale Watch Cruise of Stellwagen BankMarine Sanctuary. In the afternoon, we will head west towards the Berkshires, a rural region in the mountains of western Massachusetts, where a stop is made in the picturesque Stockbridge, a picture-perfect example of small-town New England. Then we will proceed to Albany, the capital city of New York State for an overnight stay.
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Boston, MA
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.
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Whale Watch Cruise
Home to many species of large whales, including humpbacks, finbacks and minkes.
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Stockbridge, MA
Day 3:Albany - Niagara Falls(269 miles)
Hotel:
Standard:
Days Inn & Suites Niagara Falls Centre Street
Meals:
Breakfast: Included - Continental Breakfast; Lunch: Included; Dinner: Excluded
After breakfast, we will drive straight west through upstate New York to Niagara Falls, one of the seven
natural wonders of the world. Upon arrival we will enjoy a lunch overlooking the falls in the meantime. Then we will experience the Maid of the Mist cruise to the foot of the Horseshoe Falls (weather permitting, otherwise explore the Scenic Tunnels behind the falls instead). Evening at leisure.
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Niagara Falls, NY
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.
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Maid of the Mist
Soak in the excitement of Niagara falls (literally). This world-famous boat tour takes you directly into the basin of the Canadian Horseshoe Falls for unprecedented views you can't get anywhere else. Don't forget your rain gear and sense of adventure!
Duration: Approx. 20 Minutes
Day 4:Niagara Falls - Washington DC(402 miles)
Hotel:
Standard:
Holiday Inn National Airport/Crystal City
Meals:
Breakfast: Included - Continental Breakfast; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
After breakfast, we will depart through the Pennsylvania en route to Washington, D.C in the early morning. If time permitting, a stop will be made at the Amish market. The Amish preserve the elements of late 17th-century European rural culture. Then we will arrive in the suburbs of Washington in the early evening. Evening at leisure.
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Washington, DC
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.
Day 5:Washington DC
Hotel:
Standard:
Sheraton Suites Old Town Alexandria
Meals:
Breakfast: Included - Continental Breakfast; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
Today we will tour the city of Washington DC. In the morning, we will see sights such as the White House, Washington Monument, Arlington National Cemetery and the US Capitol. In the afternoon, we will be free to explore the Smithsonian Museums at our own leisure, such as the National Air and Space Museum.
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Washington, DC
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.
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White House
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.
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Washington Monument
This iconic obelisk is a memorial to the commander-in-chief of the American revolutionary army and eventual the first president of the United States of America, George Washington. The massive stone structure began construction in 1848.
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Arlington National Cemetery
This military cemetery spans more than 600 acres in northern Virginia on the border with Washington, DC. It contains the graves of Presidents Taft and Kennedy as well as the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
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US Capitol
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.
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Smithsonian Institution
Centered on the National Mall, the Smithsonian Institution is a series of museums dedicated to research and spreading knowledge. Some of the most notable Smithsonian museums are the National Air and Space Museum and the Museum of American History.
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DC Night Tour
Experience the nation's Capital by night. See the illuminated National Monuments and building of our Capital City, such as the Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials. See historic Union Station and more.
Tour Fee (Optional): Adult $40; Child $25 (8-16 yrs)
Day 6:Washington, DC - Philadelphia - New York City(236 miles)
Meals:
Meal: Excluded
Today we will return north to Philadelphia, PA, where we will visit the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. In the late afternoon, we will return to Manhattan, New York, where guests will be dropped off.
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Philadelphia, PA
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!
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Liberty Bell
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.
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Independence Hall
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.
Includes & Excludes
Price Includes
Accommodation for 5 Nights, including taxes (porterage not included)
Air-conditioned motorcoach and guide for the entire tour
Tour guide service (
Level 3: fully-guided tour)
Daily Continental Breakfast on a to-go basis (1 coffee, tea or orange juice, 1 breakfast pastry and 1 piece of fresh fruit)
2 dinners and 1 lunch
Admission to: Boston Whale Watch Cruise (or Boston Harbor Cruise), Maid of the Mist or Hormblower Niagara Cruises (or Scenic Tunnels)
City sighteeing of Boston and Washington, D.C.
Price Excludes
Prices do not include air travel, country entry or departure fees, airport porter fees, visas, phones, valet, all items of a personal nature and beverages and food unless otherwise stated.
Tips to the Tour Director and Driver (Suggested: Drivers: $4 - $6 per person per day; Guides: $4 - $6 per person per day).
The Extra fees can be paid directly to the tour guide in cash, credit card or travelers check in USD. The extra costs, i.e. the optional excursions are only payable if the passengers choose to join one or more of those.
Activities & Attractions
| Destination |
Adult |
Child |
| Washington, DC |
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DC Night Tour (Optional) |
$40 |
$25 (8-16 yrs) |
Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
If you would like to join the optional activities, please pay the fee in cash to the tour guide. You cannot buy / use the tickets on your own or use City Passes. The tour guide will arrange the tickets for the group.
Additional Notes
Some hotels may offer complimentary breakfast to all hotel guests which is reflected in the breakfast surcharge. No refunds can be given for such complimentary meals.
Depending on local health guidelines in place at time of travel, some breakfast meals may be offered on a bagged to-go basis, through Starbucks gift cards or omitted.
Visitors to Canada:
- This tour may overnight in Niagara Falls, Canada. Certain nationalities may be required to possess a visa for entry into Canada from the United States. Should clients not have the necessary documentation, they will not be allowed to enter into Canada and will be liable for any additional cost incurred.
Please check the following link for updates on entry requirements: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/visas.asp
- United States citizens, please check the following link for updates on entry requirements: http://travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_2223.html
- United States alien residents require a valid alien resident card and please also check the following link for other entry requirements: http://travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_2223.html