What are the common starting locations for tours within New York City?

New York City tours typically depart from three key areas in Manhattan. In Midtown you'll find pickup points near Times Square at places like the Dylan Hotel NYC and Hyatt Grand Central. Downtown Manhattan offers starts near Wall Street at properties like the Millennium Downtown. The East Side near Grand Central Terminal includes departure points such as the Fairfield Inn Downtown East. A TourRadar traveler noted: "Starting from Midtown Manhattan was perfect as we could easily walk to major attractions like Times Square and Fifth Avenue."

What are the most popular first-day activities for tours starting in New York City?

The first day generally focuses on getting to know Manhattan's key spots with visits to Times Square Fifth Avenue and Central Park. Evening options often include the New York Night Tour taking in lit-up landmarks like Rockefeller Center and skyline views from Long Island City. Most tours begin with a welcome meeting at central locations like the Hyatt Grand Central or Millennium Downtown. As one TourRadar traveler noted "Both the tour director and driver were great at coordinating activities from day one."

What transportation options are available from New York airports to tour starting points?

Tour operators provide free airport pickup from JFK LaGuardia and Newark airports between 8:30 AM and midnight with direct shuttle service to Manhattan hotels. Some companies station staff at baggage claim areas to assist arriving guests. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The airport pickup was seamless with clear instructions and friendly staff waiting at the baggage claim area wearing distinctive uniforms."

What's the typical duration of multi-day tours starting in New York City?

Most New York City tours run between 4 and 20 days with 6-8 days being standard. The Great Eastern Cities tour spans 8 days and visits places like Niagara Falls and Washington D.C. while using premium hotels such as the Dylan Hotel NYC in Manhattan. According to a TourRadar traveler: "Excellent coordination. Proper time management. Very good accommodation."

What nearby destinations are commonly included in multi-day tours starting from New York City?

Tours often combine New York with visits to Washington DC Philadelphia Niagara Falls and Boston. The American Getaway tour offers a 4-day experience covering Philadelphia and Washington DC. A TourRadar traveler noted: "Starting in New York and visiting DC and Niagara Falls gave us a great overview of the East Coast's highlights."

How much spending money should I budget per day while in New York City?

Daily budgets in New York typically range from 150-200 USD covering meals attractions and personal expenses. This breaks down to about 30-40 USD for food 50-75 USD for sites like One World Observatory at 53 USD plus extra for shopping and entertainment. A TourRadar traveler advised: "While many activities were included having extra budget for Broadway shows and nice restaurants really enhanced the New York experience."

USA Tours from New York City

Find your perfect adventure! We have 69 tours of USA that start in New York City, USA. The most popular month is September, and tour lengths range between 1 and 24 days.

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In-depth Cultural
Philadelphia, Amish Country and Washington DC - 2 Days
4.9 (114 traveler reviews)
"Everyone was very friendly and the guides were engaging, careful, thorough with how they rolled out the schedule every day."
Danielle, traveled in March
Duration
2 days
Destinations
New York City, Philadelphia, Washington DC
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English, German,Italian,Portuguese,French,Spanish,Chinese+5 more
Operator
Empire Vacations
From
NZ$681per person
Price based on Private Single Room
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Explorer
Discover America’s East Coast: New York to Niagara
Duration
7 days
Destinations
New York City, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Harrisburg,Niagara Falls (USA)+1 more
Age Range
Ages 8+
Country Region
East Coast USAEastern USANortheast USAMideast USA+3 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Omega Tours
From
NZ$3,962per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Winter New York & Niagara Falls
Duration
10 days
Destinations
New York City, Washington DC, Niagara Falls (USA)
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Northeast USA
Operated in
English
Operator
Worldee
From
NZ$1,326per person
Price based on Shared Room
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In-depth Cultural
USA - Tour to Philadelphia, Washington DC and Amish Country - 2 days
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"Excellent thank you."
Pauline, traveled in November
Duration
2 days
Destinations
New York City, Philadelphia, Lancaster, Washington DC
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English, German,Italian,Portuguese,French,Spanish,Chinese+5 more
Operator
Receptivo Aborigen Tours
10% Off
From $1,135
NZ$1,022per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Coastal New England
Duration
9 days
Destinations
New York City, Mystic, Rhode Island, Newport, New Bedford,Plymouth,Provincetown,Portland,Ogunquit,Boston+5 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
East Coast USAEastern USANew EnglandNew York+3 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Cosmos
4% Off
From $4,759
NZ$4,559per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Classic East Coast Express - 4 days
Duration
4 days
Destinations
New York City, Philadelphia, Washington DC
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
East Coast USAEastern USANortheast USAMideast USA+3 more
Operated in
English
Operator
On The Go Tours
4% Off
From
NZ$4,395per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
New York City Explorer - 3 days
Duration
3 days
Destinations
New York City
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
East Coast USAEastern USANortheast USAMideast USANew York+4 more
Operated in
English
Operator
On The Go Tours
4% Off
From
NZ$3,060per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
New York to Washington DC - 1 Day
4.9 (831 traveler reviews)
Duration
1 day
Destinations
New York City, Washington DC
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English, German,Italian,Portuguese,French,Spanish,Chinese+5 more
Operator
Empire Vacations
4% Off
From
NZ$257per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Explorer
Southampton, Sag Harbor and Outlet Shopping - 1 Day
4.9 (36 traveler reviews)
Duration
1 day
Destinations
New York City, Southampton
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English, German,Italian,Portuguese,French,Spanish,Chinese+5 more
Operator
Empire Vacations
4% Off
From
NZ$308per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Explorer
USA - Niagara Falls & Outlets - 2 days
Duration
2 days
Destinations
New York City, Finger Lakes, Niagara Falls (USA)
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English, German,Italian,Portuguese,French,Spanish,Chinese+5 more
Operator
Receptivo Aborigen Tours
10% Off
From $1,135
NZ$1,022per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
6-Day US East Coast High 6-Day US East Coast Highlights: New York+Philadelphia+Washington D.C. + Niagara Falls(Bilingual:Chinese+English)
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"It was a wonderful experience. Looking forward to use their service again in future."
Soji, traveled in September
Duration
6 days
Destinations
New York City, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Corning,Niagara Falls (USA)+1 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
East Coast USAEastern USANortheast USAMideast USA+3 more
Operated in
English, Chinese
Operator
Intertrips
10% Off
From
NZ$1,894per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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American Gateway – 4 Days
4.8 (105 traveler reviews)
"I had an amazing time, wonderful guides, friendly fellow travelers, great hotels, it was perfect!"
Mikayla, traveled in April
Duration
4 days
Destinations
New York City, Finger Lakes, Niagara Falls (USA),Philadelphia,Washington DC+2 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
East Coast USAEastern USANortheast USAMideast USA+3 more
Operated in
English, German,Italian,Portuguese,French,Spanish,Chinese+5 more
Operator
Empire Vacations
10% Off
From
NZ$1,421per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Niagara Falls, Washington DC, Philadelphia & Amish Country 4D/3N (from New York)
4.1 (25 traveler reviews)
"The hotels provided to us were great, so I would highly recommend going on this trip."
GeorgeTodd, traveled in March
Duration
4 days
Destinations
New York City, Finger Lakes, Niagara Falls (USA),Philadelphia,Washington DC+2 more
Age Range
Ages 10+
Country Region
East Coast USAEastern USANortheast USAMideast USA+3 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Bamba Travel
10% Off
From
NZ$1,849per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Christmas New York - 8-Day Adventure
Duration
8 days
Destinations
New York City, Hudson
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
East Coast USAEastern USANortheast USAMideast USANew YorkAppalachian Mountains+5 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Worldee
10% Off
From
NZ$2,634per person
Price based on Shared Room
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USA: American Getaway - 4 days
4.0 (1 traveler review)
"Accommodation excellent and bus very comfortable."
Julie, traveled in April
Duration
4 days
Destinations
New York City, Finger Lakes, Niagara Falls (USA),Philadelphia,Lancaster,Washington DC+3 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
East Coast USAEastern USANortheast USAMideast USA+3 more
Operated in
English, German,Italian,Portuguese,French,Spanish,Chinese+5 more
Operator
Receptivo Aborigen Tours
10% Off
From $2,290
NZ$2,061per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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