East Coast USA & Canada
14 day tour from $2925 US
Highlights:
Washington D.C, Philadelphia, Lancaster County, Niagara Falls, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, Quebec City, Boston & Newport.
Day 1 - Arrive New York City
Welcome to New York City – the Big Apple! A complimentary transfer is provided to your hotel. Your Tour Director is at the hotel this afternoon to greet you and answer questions. Join us at 6:00pm for a Welcome Reception at the hotel.
Hotel: Marriott New York Financial Center
Day 2 - New York – Washington DC (2 nights)
We start the day with an orientation tour of New York City, viewing Battery Park, Times Square, the mighty Empire State Building and beautiful Central Park. Leaving the city, we travel south to Washington DC, the nation’s capital. This evening we enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. (Full Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)
Hotel: Capital Hilton
Day 3 - Washington DC sightseeing & at leisure
We are joined by a local guide who takes us on a sightseeing tour, viewing the Capitol, the White House and many of the capital’s landmark monuments and memorials. Stops are made at the Jefferson and Lincoln Memorials and the WWII and Vietnam Veterans Memorials. We then cross the Potomac to Arlington National Cemetery, the final resting place of more than 300,000 people and site of the Tomb of the Unknowns and the Eternal Flame of the Kennedy grave. Here, we learn about the history and traditions of Arlington on board the narrated Tourmobile. The afternoon is at leisure; perhaps visit one of the museums of the Smithsonian Institution or take a leisurely stroll and view the monuments up close. (Full Breakfast)
Day 4 - Washington DC – Philadelphia
We journey on to Baltimore, Maryland, and visit the bustling Inner Harbor. Next we arrive at the City of Brotherly Love, Philadelphia. At Independence National Historical Park, we visit the award-winning National Constitution Center, the Liberty Bell Center, home to the Liberty Bell, and we view Independence Hall where the Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776. Tonight, why not follow us back to the 18th century with our optional dinner at the historic City Tavern, followed by a stroll through Old Town? (Full Breakfast)
Hotel: Courtyard Philadelphia Downtown
Day 5 - Philadelphia – Lancaster County/Amish Country
We head to the lands of the Amish and Mennonites and explore parts of Lancaster County where handmade crafts testify to their old-fashioned values. We pass some of the most productive farms in America, growing crops the same way they did two hundred years ago. We visit an Amish farm for a glimpse into a different way of life. Tonight, we dine on local specialties at an Amish family restaurant. (Full Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)
Hotel: Leola Village Inn & Spa
Day 6 - Lancaster County – Niagara Falls Today we're off to Niagara Falls to experience this natural wonder. These famous waterfalls thunder and roar, forming one of the most photographed natural wonders of the world. We stop to view the falls from high above before checking in at our hotel overlooking both the Canadian and US falls. (Full Breakfast)
Hotel: Hilton Niagara Falls Fallsview
Day 7 - Niagara Falls – Toronto (2 nights)
Our highlight today is a cruise aboard the Maid of the Mist, which takes us through the churning waters past the American and Bridal Veil Falls and into the dense mist of spray inside the curve of the Horseshoe Falls. Later we travel across the Niagara Peninsula and stop at picturesque Niagara-on-the-Lake before continuing on to Toronto on the shores of Lake Ontario, one of the five great lakes. (Full Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Toronto Marriott Downtown Eaton Centre
Day 8 - Toronto sightseeing & at leisure
Our sightseeing tour of Toronto includes Queens Park, the Harbourfront, views of Casa Loma and the Provincial Parliament Buildings. The afternoon is at leisure to explore this lively city. Tonight is free to discover Toronto's restaurants. Perhaps join a panoramic dinner cruise on the lake with magnificent views of Toronto’s skyline. (Full Breakfast)
Day 9 - Toronto – Ottawa – Montreal
We travel to Ottawa, Canada's capital. Here our orientation tour introduces us to sights of this charming city, including the Parliament Buildings, residences of the Prime Minister and Governor General, galleries and museums. We then make our way to Montreal, the largest French-speaking city outside of France. (Full Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Montreal Marriott Chateau Champlain
Day 10 - Montreal – Quebec City (2 nights)
We are taken on a sightseeing tour of Montreal with a local guide and discover the Old Port, Place Jacques Cartier, the University of Montreal, Mount Royal and Notre Dame Cathedral. Later, we journey along the beautiful St. Lawrence River to Quebec City, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and enjoy a two-night stay just outside the walled city. (Full Breakfast)
Hotel: Delta Quebec
Day 11 - Quebec City sightseeing
We join a local guide and start exploring the city. Highlights include the Latin Quarter, "Vieux-Quebec," the Place d'Armes, Dufferin Terrace, Plains of Abraham, Chateau Frontenac and the Citadel. The afternoon and evening are yours to do as you please. Explore further and stroll along the narrow streets, take a romantic caleche ride through the old city, or relax in one of Quebec's sidewalk cafés. (Full Breakfast)
Day 12 - Quebec City – Franconia Notch – Boston (2 nights)
We travel south and cross into the USA and the New England states. We stop in the beautiful White Mountains at New Hampshire's Franconia Notch. As we make our way to Boston, take in the beautiful countryside scenery. (Full Breakfast)
Hotel: Omni Parker House
Day 13 - Boston sightseeing & at leisure
This morning's sightseeing tour highlights the city’s landmarks and the famous Freedom Trail, where we hear about the struggle of the American Colonists and their courageous actions. The afternoon is at leisure. Perhaps take a walk through Boston Common, visit the Bull and Finch Pub of the TV series Cheers fame, or join our optional excursion to the delightful coastal community of Salem, site of the Salem witchcraft trials. This evening join us at a local restaurant for our farewell dinner. (Full Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)
Day 14 - Boston – Depart New York City
We depart Boston this morning and stop at the historic colonial city of Newport, Rhode Island. Our orientation tour includes the restored streets of this 18th century seaport and the stunning Ocean Drive, lined with the Gilded Age mansions of America’s wealthiest families. There is time to explore this fascinating town before returning to New York. A complimentary transfer is provided to JFK International Airport and the Trafalgar hotel in New York for passengers extending their stay. (Full Breakfast)
Please do not schedule any flights before 7:00pm
Sightseeing Highlights
Washington DC - View Arlington Cemetery and the capital's famous landmarks and memorials.
Philadelphia - Visit the National Constitution Center and see the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall where the Declaration of Independence was signed.
Lancaster County - Visit a working Amish farm and homestead.
Niagara Falls - See one of the natural wonders of the world up close on the "Maid of the Mist."
Toronto - Tour Queens Park and see the CN Tower.
Ottawa - Enjoy an orientation tour of Canada's capital city.
Montreal - Experience a sightseeing tour of the Old Port, Place Jacques Cartier and Mount Royal.
Quebec City - Tour the walled city and the Plains of Abraham.
Boston - View the famous Freedom Trail and Boston Common.
Newport - Visit this colonial seaport and view the mansions along Ocean Drive.
Dining Highlights:
A welcome drink hosted by your Tour Director
13 full breakfasts
3 three-course dinners at hotels
3 specialty dinners at local restaurants in Washington DC, Lancaster County and Boston
19 included meals in total (see day by day itinerary)
First Class Travel Highlights:
The services of a professional Tour Director on tour.
Complimentary transfers on Day 1 from New York JFK International Airport to the hotel in New York and on Day 14 from Boston to New York JFK International Airport and the hotel in New York.
Travel on a luxury air-conditioned motor coach with reclining seats and restroom facilities.
All hotel service charges, baggage handling fees (one suitcase per person) and local taxes included.
A stylish travel bag and wallet containing tour documents and helpful information.
Airport Transfers:
On all tours round trip arrival and departure transfers are included on the arrival and departure day of your tour. Should you arrive or depart at other times, The tour operator is pleased to offer inexpensive transfers via scheduled shuttle service or mini van. Please ask at the time of confirming your reservation for these services to be booked.
The Autumn Leaves:
Enjoy the unforgettable sight of stunning "Fall Foliage" on our departures September 5 to October 10 (as determined by Mother Nature).
Departure Date:
May – October 2008
