Itinerary
- Day 1
Washington, D.C.
You'll arrive in Washington, D.C. and get settled into your hotel. This afternoon you'll meet your Travel Director, then head over to Georgetown to check out some shops and grab dinner. It's a good way to start getting a feel for the city.
Optional Activities
- Explore Georgetown shops and restaurants
- Day 2
Washington, D.C.
A sightseeing tour takes you through D.C.'s main attractions, including the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and the White House. You'll also visit the National Museum of African American History and Culture. After lunch, you can pick from optional activities like the Air and Space Museum, a walk along the Tidal Basin Loop Trail, a tour of Mount Vernon Estate, or an evening Washington Illumination Tour if you want to see the city lit up.
Included Activities
- Sightseeing tour including Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and White House
- Visit National Museum of African American History and Culture
Optional Activities
- Visit Air and Space Museum
- Walk around Tidal Basin Loop Trail
- Visit George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate
- Washington Illumination Tour - see D.C.'s famous monuments lit up at night
Landmarks/POIs Lincoln Memorial Washington Monument White House National Museum of African American History and Culture U.S. Capitol National Air and Space Museum Tidal Basin Loop Trail Mount Vernon Estate World War II Memorial - Day 3
Amish Country
You'll head into Amish Country and stop at Kitchen Kettle Village to pick up some homemade fudge and browse local shops. The Farmlands tour gives you a real look at how Amish families live, including a visit to the Fisher Family Homestead. Later, you get to choose between a buggy ride through the countryside or dinner at Plain and Fancy restaurant.
Included Activities
- Stop at Kitchen Kettle Village
- Farmlands tour with visit to Fisher Family Homestead
- Meet Local Specialist to learn about Amish community lifestyle
Optional Activities
- Clip-clopping buggy ride
- Dinner at Plain and Fancy
Landmarks/POIs Kitchen Kettle Village Fisher Family Homestead - Day 4
Appalachian Mountains to Canada
You'll travel northwest through western New York State, following alongside the Susquehanna River as you pass through the Appalachian Mountains. The drive gives you nice views of this ancient mountain range, and later you'll cross the border from the United States into Canada.
Landmarks/POIs Susquehanna River Appalachian Mountains - Day 5
Niagara Falls
At Niagara Falls, you'll get up close to North America's largest waterfall. A boat cruise takes you right to Horseshoe Falls so you can see both the Canadian and American sides. The sheer volume of water coming down is something you really need to see in person.
Included Activities
- Cruise to Horseshoe Falls with views of Canadian and American sides
Landmarks/POIs Horseshoe Falls Niagara Falls - Day 6
Niagara Falls to New York City
You'll head back across the border and travel through upstate New York, passing the Poconos Mountains along the way. You'll arrive in New York City late in the afternoon with time to explore the food scene, which ranges from food trucks to high-end Michelin-starred restaurants.
Optional Activities
- Explore NYC's foodie scene - gourmet food trucks and Michelin-starred restaurants
Landmarks/POIs Poconos Mountains - Day 7
New York City
After breakfast at Junior's restaurant, a local guide leads you through Manhattan's famous spots including Broadway, Greenwich Village, and Wall Street. You'll visit the 9/11 Memorial for some reflection time. The afternoon is yours to wander around Brooklyn, catch a Broadway show, or pick from other options like SUMMIT One Vanderbilt or checking out art galleries.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Iconic Breakfast at Junior's, known as the home of New York's best cheesecake)
Included Activities
- Breakfast at Junior's restaurant
- Guided exploration of Manhattan including Broadway, Greenwich Village, and Wall Street
- Visit 9/11 Memorial
Optional Activities
- Wander through trendy Brooklyn
- Catch a Broadway show
- Visit SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
- Tour art galleries
Landmarks/POIs Broadway Greenwich Village Wall Street 9/11 Memorial Empire State Building Chrysler Building SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Junior's Restaurant - Day 8
New York City
The tour ends this morning. You'll have time for one last cream cheese bagel and a walk through Central Park before heading to the airport. If you're not ready to leave, there's an option to extend your stay at the Holiday Inn New York City - Times Square.
Optional Activities
- Final cream cheese bagel and stroll around Central Park
- Extend stay at Holiday Inn New York City - Times Square
Landmarks/POIs Central Park
