Itinerary
- Day 1
Washington, DC
After you check into your hotel, the afternoon is dedicated to seeing DC from different angles. You'll take a guided cruise along the Potomac River, which gives you views of the major memorials and monuments from the water. Then a local guide takes you through Georgetown, walking you through the historic streets and filling you in on how this neighborhood shaped early American history.
Included Activities
- Potomac River Cruise
- Guided Georgetown Walking Tour
Landmarks Potomac River Georgetown - Day 2
Washington, DC
This day covers DC's main historical sites in one trip. You'll board a coach and pass by the Washington Monument, Jefferson Memorial, the White House, and the US Capitol. After that, you head to Mount Vernon where you can wander through George Washington's former estate on your own with an audio guide to explain what you're seeing.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Coach sightseeing tour viewing Washington Monument, Jefferson Memorial, White House, and US Capitol
- Self-guided audio tour of Mount Vernon
Landmarks Washington Monument Jefferson Memorial White House US Capitol Mount Vernon - Day 3
Washington, DC to New York City
You'll catch a flight to New York City after breakfast. The rest of your day is open for whatever you want to do. Times Square, the Empire State Building, and Central Park are all options, or you can walk around and get a feel for Manhattan's layout and energy on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Free time to explore New York City
Landmarks Times Square Empire State Building Central Park - Day 4
New York City to Niagara Falls
Your coach picks you up in New York and heads toward Niagara Falls. On the way, there are optional stops at the Corning Museum of Glass and Watkins Glen (both cost extra if you choose them). Once you reach Niagara, you'll have an evening tour to start seeing the area. Breakfast is included, and you'll overnight near the falls.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Coach transfer from New York
- Sightseeing
Optional Activities
- Corning Museum of Glass admission - Adult: $22.00; Senior (62+): $19.00; Children (Under 17): $0.00
- Watkins Glen State Park + Finger Lake - Adult: $22.00; Senior (65+): $22.00; Child (3-12): $17.00
- Niagara Falls Night Tour - Adult (12+): $35.00; Senior (65+): $35.00; Child (0-12): $25.00
Landmarks Corning Museum of Glass Watkins Glen State Park Niagara Falls - Day 5
Niagara Falls
Today focuses on Niagara Falls itself. You'll visit Niagara Whirlpool State Park and Old Fort Niagara, then ride the famous Maid of the Mist boat (available in summer). Depending on the season, the tour either includes the whirlpool and state parks plus Maid of the Mist, or swaps in Cave of the Winds during winter months. You'll get about 30 minutes in the daytime to take in the views before heading back to New York.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Sightseeing
- Transfer back to New York
Optional Activities
- Niagara Falls In-Depth Tour (summer - 120 mins, includes Whirlpool State Park and Old Fort Niagara State Park) - Adult (12+): $35.00; Senior (65+): $35.00; Child (0-12): $25.00
- Maid of the Mist (summer, 40 mins, seasonal) - Adult: $28.25; Senior (65+): $28.25; Child (6-12): $16.50
- Cave of the Winds (winter, 45 mins) - Adult: May TBD $14.00, May TBD-10/15/2023 $21.00, 10/16/2023-03/31/2024 $14.00; Child (6-12): May TBD $10.00, May TBD-10/15/2023 $17.00, 10/16/2023-03/31/2024 $10.00
- IMAX Movie (US Side) - Adult: $12.00; Senior (65+): $12.00; Child (5-12): $9.00
Landmarks Niagara Whirlpool State Park Old Fort Niagara Maid of the Mist Cave of the Winds - Day 6
New York City
Skip the typical tourist route and take a guided tour through Harlem, the Bronx, Queens, Brooklyn, and Coney Island. Your guide knows the neighborhoods and shows you spots most visitors miss, giving you a real sense of how diverse and layered New York's outer boroughs actually are.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing tour of Harlem, the Bronx, Queens, Brooklyn, and Coney Island
Landmarks Harlem The Bronx Queens Brooklyn Coney Island - Day 7
New York City
You'll see NYC's major spots on this guided tour using the Staten Island Ferry and buses. The route includes the 9/11 Memorial, Central Park, and Rockefeller Center with stops at each. Then you board a ferry for a sightseeing cruise with views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and the Brooklyn Bridge from the water.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing tour of NYC attractions including 9/11 Memorial, Central Park, and Rockefeller Center
- Staten Island Ferry ride
- Ferry sightseeing cruise past Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island with skyline and Brooklyn Bridge views
Landmarks 9/11 Memorial Central Park Rockefeller Center Statue of Liberty Ellis Island Brooklyn Bridge - Day 8
New York City
Your trip wraps up this morning after breakfast. You'll depart with memories of the waterfalls at Niagara and the historical sites around Washington, DC from your journey.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Free time
