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- The best Northeast USA tour packages
- What people love about Northeast USA Tours
- Travel Northeast USA your way
- Best tour companies for Northeast USA tours
- Popular Northeast USA Cruise Ships
- Northeast USA tours for every type of group
- Top Northeast USA travel itineraries to fit your plans
- Demographics
- Best time to visit Northeast USA
- Contact our Northeast USA travel experts
- What our customers ask about Northeast USA Tours & Trips
The best Northeast USA tour packages
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MelissaNortheast USA travel expert at TourRadar
American Gateway – 4 Days
104 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I had an amazing time, wonderful guides, friendly fellow travelers, great hotels, it was perfect!”
Mikayla, traveled in April
This 4.3/5-rated Northeast tour, reviewed by 20+ travelers, showcases Seneca Lake and Watkins Glen Canyon. Visitors witness Niagara's illuminated falls from Ramada Wyndham, explore Philadelphia's Elfreth's Alley, and tour DC's White House. Suitable for ages 1+.
Duration 4 days Destinations New York City, Finger Lakes, Niagara Falls (USA), Philadelphia, Washington DC Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese Operator Empire Vacations From
- NZ$1,441
Niagara Falls, Washington DC, Philadelphia & Amish Country 4D/3N (from New York)
25 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The Amish county and the magnanimous Niagara falls were the highlight of our trip.”
DavidWard, traveled in March
This highly-rated Northeast tour showcases Niagara's illuminated falls, Finger Lakes scenery, and Philadelphia's colonial heritage. The 4.4/5-rated adventure includes Maid of the Mist ride (seasonal), Amish Country immersion, and comprehensive DC monuments tour with expert English-speaking guides.
Duration 4 days Destinations New York City, Finger Lakes, Niagara Falls (USA), Philadelphia, Washington DC Age Range Ages 10+ Operator Bamba Travel From
- NZ$1,872
Classic Fall Foliage
344 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour itself was very well organized and accommodating to individual needs!”
Robert, traveled in October
Boston's revolutionary legacy and Bar Harbor's scenic coast highlight this Northeast adventure. Sunrise awaits at Acadia National Park's Cadillac Mountain, with stops at Vermont's covered bridges and Newport's Breakers mansion. Authentic dining and premium lodging throughout.
Duration 9 days Destinations Boston, Portland, Bar Harbor, Acadia National Park, North Conway, Woodstock, Killington, Stockbridge, Sturbridge, Newport Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Globus From $8,159
3% Off- NZ$7,909You save $250
Niagara, Philly & Washington - 4 days
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Learned jowl beautiful Italian is as a spoken language. Hotels were good.”
Stephanie, traveled in September
Remarkable Northeast landmarks range from Niagara's illuminated falls to DC's Thomas Jefferson Memorial. The tour visits Philadelphia's Liberty Bell, Lancaster's Amish culture, with premium stays at Ramada by Wyndham and Crowne Plaza Dulles. Includes Maid of the Mist cruise (summer) or Power Vista tour (winter).
Duration 4 days Destinations New York City, Niagara Falls, Philadelphia, Washington DC Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator On The Go Tours From
3% Off- NZ$1,765
American Triangle – 5 Days
20 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“One of the most unforgettable Tours !! Extensive to his accompanying Staff!”
FG, traveled in June
The grand Northeast circuit combines Niagara's Maid of the Mist, Toronto's Hockey Hall of Fame, and DC's major monuments. Guests stay at Wyndham Super 8 Niagara Falls and visit Philadelphia's historic district. Includes continental breakfast and multilingual guide service.
Duration 5 days Destinations New York City, Finger Lakes, Niagara Falls (USA), Toronto, Thousand Islands National Park, Philadelphia, Washington DC Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese Operator Empire Vacations From
3% Off- NZ$1,738
What people love about Northeast USA Tours
- American Gateway – 4 Days
Great tour guides. Breakfasts were good except at Niagra Falls
- Niagara Falls, Washington DC, Philadelphia & Amish Country 4D/3N (from New York)
Both the guides we had, (Irene & Bryan) were excellent!! They were full of information and interesting facts! The tour was just the right amount of days to see all the sights. We weren’t rushed at all. The hotels were decent enough. We had a great time!
- Autumn Colours
Professional, knowledgeable, excellent customer service. This is my 4th tours with Trafagar within the last 8 years. I'm very pleased with their consistent professionalism, the service, the foods, the hotels.
Travel Northeast USA your way
The Presidential Peaks route in the White Mountains really shines on our hiking programs, especially where it follows the Appalachian Trail. After long days on the trails, you'll appreciate the mountain huts - our guests tell us this mix of wild hiking and proper beds works perfectly. Over in Maine, Acadia National Park offers both gentle and challenging options. You can take it easy on the carriage roads or tackle the granite cliffs of Schoodic Peninsula where the Atlantic crashes below. The Marshall Point lighthouse paths and Camden Hills routes are particular favorites, with ocean views peeking through the forest canopy. Our hikers like how we've structured these trips, starting with coastal walks before moving up to the more demanding mountain sections.
Explore a wide diversity of coach / bus tours through Northeast USA. We have 31 adventures that vary from 3 days to 16 days. With the greatest number of departures in September, this is also the most popular time of the year.
See all Coach / Bus toursOur Northeast explorer tours really shine when combining Niagara Falls with America's historic cities. The popular 4-day route takes you from New York through the thundering falls and into Philadelphia's heritage areas - our travelers tell us they love how it mixes raw natural power with urban discoveries. The guides get lots of positive mentions for knowing both the falls and DC's history inside out. Another solid choice weaves through the Finger Lakes, where you can taste wines at Watkins Glen before catching Niagara lit up at night. Our customers point out how seeing the falls in daylight and also after dark gives you totally different experiences. There's even time built in for outlet mall shopping between the main attractions.
Select from our extensive range of 92 fully guided tours to enjoy a worry-free experience through Northeast USA with our expert guides leading the way.
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Best tour companies for Northeast USA tours
Looking at customer feedback, Bamba Experience comes out strong with consistently positive reviews. Their guides get special mention for mixing solid knowledge with a good sense of humor, and travelers seem really pleased with how smoothly their trips run and where they stay each night. Empire Tours is more of a mixed bag. While their guide Bruno clearly knows his stuff and gets lots of praise, some travelers ran into issues when their groups got shuffled around or when operators changed mid-trip. That kind of disruption left quite a few people feeling let down. Wildland Trekking also does well overall, particularly when Sean is leading the tours - he gets mentioned specifically for knowing his material inside and out. Though it's worth noting that one group had a rough time with a different guide who didn't read the room well and came across as pretty tone-deaf to the group's needs and interests. Between these three companies, Bamba Experience seems most reliable for consistent quality across different trips, guides and accommodations. While both Empire and Wildland have strong points, especially with specific guides, they also show more variation in the overall experience they deliver.
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Northeast USA tours for every type of group
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Group
115 tours in Northeast USAExplore a wide diversity of group tours through Northeast USA. We have 115 adventures that vary from 3 days to 16 days. With the greatest number of departures in September, this is also the most popular time of the year.
Small Group
17 tours in Northeast USAThe 4-day Northeast tours have found their sweet spot connecting Niagara Falls with historic cities in small-group format. Travelers exploring with us love how these intimate tours blend natural spectacles and cultural highlights, starting with guided walks through Watkins Glen's gorge paths and leading to evening stops at the illuminated Niagara Falls. Our guides get special praise from guests, who value their extensive knowledge of both wilderness areas and urban stories. Another popular route takes in Philadelphia's historic district, traditional Amish settlements in Lancaster, and also Washington DC's monuments - the smaller numbers mean visitors can dig deeper into each site's backstory. During winter months, we substitute activities like the Maid of the Mist with equally engaging options such as the Scenic Tunnels, while adding visits to Montour Falls. Hotels are picked for their central city locations, and guests often note how traveling in a compact group allows for impromptu stops at local markets, seasonal events, and also unique photography locations along the way.
Private / Personalized
14 tours in Northeast USAEnjoy the exclusivity of our Private Northeast USA tours, tailored to your own group, preferences and pace with over 14 itineraries to choose from.
Top Northeast USA travel itineraries to fit your plans
The 3-day Northeast tours move at a good clip while hitting the main spots. Our Toronto-Niagara combo gets you right into the action - you'll feel the spray on the Hornblower boat and catch those illuminated falls after dark. For city lovers, the New York to DC route takes in Philadelphia's Independence Hall and plenty of DC monuments, plus some excellent dinners in Georgetown's lively streets. If you're after something different, our Smoky Mountain trips put you right in nature - think kayaking across quiet lakes, hiking Lost Cove Trail and camping beneath open skies. The guides really shine here with their local stories and campfire cooking skills.
Seven days gives you room to really sink into the Northeast's character. There's this great route from Boston through New York and into Philadelphia that our customers love - you'll taste Boston's seafood, walk the Freedom Trail, explore New York's diverse neighborhoods and end up in Philly's historic streets. We've built in enough free time to wander on your own too. Another solid week-long trip runs from Chicago through Cleveland, Niagara Falls and finally DC. The Maine coastal route is a real gem - you get Portland's Old Port district, Finger Lakes wine country and lighthouse views across Penobscot Bay. Our travelers tell us the balance of driving and local stops feels just right.
Ten days lets you properly absorb what makes the Northeast special. From Chicago, we've got routes that sweep through Cleveland's galleries, pause at Niagara Falls and then settle into extended stays in New York and DC. The extra nights in each city make a real difference. Our New England routes take their time - you'll visit Vermont maple farms, explore Maine's coastal towns and discover the Hudson Valley's treasures like Norman Rockwell's museum, West Point Academy and also Sleepy Hollow Cemetery. Fall trips fill up fast when those Adirondack and Green Mountain colors start changing.
Demographics
If you're traveling solo, our New York tours tend to be the perfect fit. The 4-day New York Uncovered tour lets you join a small group cycling Central Park, taking in the Statue of Liberty by boat and crossing the Brooklyn Bridge on foot. Solo guests tell us they love how we mix guided activities with free time to explore. Morning walks through SoHo and evening harbor cruises create natural moments to meet other travelers, while the central hotels make independent exploration safe and easy during downtime.
Couples really connect with our 4-5 day tours covering Niagara Falls, Washington DC and also Philadelphia. Many pick packages featuring evening light tours in DC and dinners with falls views at Niagara. There's plenty of time for those special moments - wandering Philadelphia's historic streets together or finding quiet spots in DC's memorial parks. Our travelers particularly enjoy visiting Amish Country, taking private buggy rides through Lancaster's countryside. We've chosen hotels right in the center of each city, perfect for evening walks and finding intimate dining spots.
Young adults go for our Northeast tours that mix things up daily. Popular routes combine city exploration with outdoor activities - you might hike the Finger Lakes in the morning, then do wine tastings later, or pair Brooklyn food tours with evening harbor cruises. Groups love getting up close to Niagara Falls on the Maid of the Mist and watching the evening light shows. Our guides know all the best local spots for photos, street food and also nightlife, while keeping the tour on track to see the major sights. When interesting opportunities come up, the flexible schedule lets groups take spontaneous detours.
Senior travelers appreciate our Northeast tours that balance comfort with cultural insights. Top-rated options include Washington DC memorial park tours with plenty of stops, giving time to fully take in each location. Many choose Philadelphia's historic district routes, where even surfaces and manageable distances make exploring comfortable. Our senior guests value our professional guides who adjust the walking pace and share detailed historical knowledge. Hotels are picked for their easy access to restaurants and also attractions, keeping extra walking to a minimum.
Our Northeast family tours hit that sweet spot between learning and fun. The 4-day Niagara Falls package works particularly well - kids get excited about the daytime boat rides and seeing the illuminated falls after dark. Parents tell us the pace keeps everyone interested without wearing them out. Another solid choice takes families through Washington DC's free museums and Philadelphia's history district, where hands-on exhibits make the past come alive. We've picked guides who know exactly how to explain things to different ages. The hotels are all strategically placed, and our family travelers often mention how much they appreciate the well-timed rest stops that keep everyone in good spirits.
Solo Travelers79 tours All tours for Solo Travelers- Couples86 tours
- Young Adults (18 - 39)6 tours All tours for Young Adults
- Seniors (50+)47 tours All tours for Seniors
Best time to visit Northeast USA
- Fall / Autumn 2025
Fall paints the Northeast routes in rich colors, especially through the Finger Lakes and Delaware Water Gap. The 4-day New York tours time the Watkins Glen visits just right to catch those autumn colors at their peak. Our guests say the crisp weather makes everything better - from the massive cascades at Niagara Falls to indoor visits at Independence Hall and the Air and Space Museum. The drives between stops become attractions themselves, with forests turning red and gold all along the route from New York, through Pennsylvania and also into DC.
- popular 37 tours
- Winter 2025 / 2026
The Northeast changes completely in winter, and our guides have adapted nicely. From November through April, you'll trade the Maid of the Mist for walks through the Scenic Tunnels at Niagara Falls - different but really fascinating. Winter routes skip Watkins Glen State Park and take you to Montour Falls instead, which has its own special character. The 4-day trips from New York mix natural sites with history, and our travelers tell us they love how quiet Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell are this time of year. DC's monuments look pretty special with a dusting of snow, plus you can warm up in the free Smithsonian museums between outdoor visits.
- popular 33 tours
- January 2026 19 tours
- 19 tours
- Spring 2026
DC really comes alive in spring when those cherry blossoms frame the Jefferson Memorial - our guests know exactly when to visit for the perfect pink backdrop. The 3 to 5-day routes capture Niagara Falls waking up after winter, with both day views and evening light shows that leave quite an impression. Spring tours usually include Toronto's Distillery District and Hockey Hall of Fame, though April weather sometimes means adjusting the Canadian portions. The spring walks through Watkins Glen Canyon are beautiful, and our travelers particularly enjoy strolling down Philadelphia's Elfreth's Alley - it's actually America's oldest residential street.
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- Summer 2026
Summer opens everything up, with Maid of the Mist boats running May through October getting you right up close to the falls. Our travelers tell us combining Niagara's raw power with DC's famous sites makes an ideal summer trip. The longer 5-day tours add something special - a cruise through the 1000 Islands where you'll spot places like Boldt Castle sitting on its own private island. Summer's perfect for exploring Amish country by buggy too, and you can pick up some really nice handmade crafts at Lancaster County's markets while learning about their traditional way of life.
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What amazing natural areas can I visit in the Northeast outside the big cities and how do I get there?
The Northeast has some really incredible natural spots to explore beyond the cities you'll love Acadia National Park in Maine with its hiking trails and beautiful coastal views. Getting there is pretty straightforward - drive yourself or hop on the Island Explorer shuttle bus that runs through the park. The White Mountains in New Hampshire are another must-see with some challenging peaks and amazing views from the top. Most people drive there which gives you freedom to explore the network of roads and trails at your own pace. There's this great tour called "Presidential Peaks and the Appalachian Trail" that TourRadar visitors really love it takes you deep into the White Mountains with some serious hiking and cool overnight stays in mountain huts.
Where can I find amazing but less crowded places to visit in the Northeast that are still worth seeing?
You've got to check out the Finger Lakes region in New York it's this gorgeous area with amazing wineries and outdoor spots that doesn't get super packed. Watkins Glen is this charming little village there with an incredible gorge and waterfalls you won't believe. And definitely visit Corning while you're in the area the Corning Museum of Glass is fascinating with live glassblowing shows that TourRadar visitors can't stop talking about. There's this great tour "Niagara Falls Washington DC Philadelphia & Amish Country 4D/3N" that includes Watkins Glen State Park it's a perfect way to see this beautiful region.
What are some cool alternative routes for getting around the Northeast and why do people love them?
Route 1 along Maine's coast is absolutely spectacular it winds through these adorable towns with amazing ocean views and you'll find the best lobster shacks just off the road. People love it because you really get to experience the coastline up close and can stop whenever something catches your eye. There's this awesome "Cycling Maine's Coast & National Park" tour that uses Route 1 so you can really take in everything at your own speed. Taking Amtrak through the Northeast is another great option the trains are comfy and the views are fantastic. Lots of people choose the train because it's relaxing and you can actually enjoy the scenery. The "USA - American Getaway" tour includes some train travel between cities it's a great way to see the landscape.
How do I get around the Northeast what's the best way to travel between and within cities?
Getting around the Northeast is actually pretty easy lots of people do road trips with their own car or a rental it gives you total freedom to explore. Amtrak runs trains between the major cities frequently it's super comfortable and you can just relax and watch the scenery go by. The "Great Eastern Cities" tour uses Amtrak between stops which is perfect for enjoying the journey. When you're in the cities public transportation is fantastic Boston has this great subway system New York's subway and bus network goes everywhere and Philadelphia's trains and buses make getting around super simple.