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 your questions. Join us at 6:00pm for a Welcome Reception at the hotel.
Hotel: New York Marriott Downtown

Day 2 - New York – Philadelphia - 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 Philadelphia for a visit to the award-winning National Constitution Center and the Liberty Bell Center, home of the Liberty Bell. We view Independence Hall where the Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776, before continuing 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 Tour mobile. 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 – Lancaster County - Amish Country
Today your Tour Director will reveal a Hidden Treasure! 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, where crops have been grown the same way for the past two hundred years. We visit an Amish farm for a glimpse into a different way of life. Tonight enjoy an Amish-style dinner. (Full Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)
Hotel: The Inn at Leola Village

Day 5 - Lancaster County - Niagara Falls
We're off to Niagara Falls to experience this natural wonder. These famous waterfalls thunder and roar, forming one of the most photographed sights of the world. We stop to view the falls from high above before checking in at our hotel overlooking both the Canadian and American falls. (Full Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Niagara Falls Fallsview

Day 6 - Niagara Falls - Toronto (2 nights)
Our highlight today is a cruise aboard the Maid of 60 the Mist, which takes us through the churning waters past American and Bridal Veil Falls and into the dense mist of spray inside the curve of 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: The Westin Harbour Castle

Day 7 - 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 or perhaps join a panoramic dinner cruise on the lake with magnificent views of Toronto’s skyline. (Full Breakfast)

Day 8 - Toronto - Ottawa
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 the Governor General, galleries and museums. (Full Breakfast)
Hotel: Ottawa Marriott Hotel

Day 9 - Ottawa – Montreal
We make our way to Montreal, the largest French-speaking city outside of France, often called the “Paris of North America.” This evening we enjoy dinner at a charming restaurant in the heart of Old Montreal. (Full Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)
Hotel: 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. (Full Breakfast)
Hotel: Delta Quebec

Day 11 - Quebec City sightseeing & At Leisure
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 for our Farewell Dinner. (Full Breakfast / Farewell Dinner)

Day 14 - Boston – Newport - Depart New York City
We depart Boston 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 hotel in New York for passengers extending their stay. (Full Breakfast)

Please do not schedule any flights before 7:00pm

Sightseeing Highlights:
New York City: See the city’s main highlights on an orientation tour.
Washington DC: Join a local guide for a tour highlighting the capital’s famous landmarks.
Arlington: Visit Arlington National Cemetery aboard the narrated Tour mobile
Lancaster County: Visit a working Amish farm and homestead.
Niagara Falls: View the falls from above and from below on the Maid of the Mist.
Toronto: Enjoy a panoramic city tour including the beautiful harbourfront.
Ottawa: Explore Canada’s capital city and view its most recognized landmarks.
Montreal: Join a local guide for a sightseeing tour of old and new Montreal.
Quebec City: Tour the walled city and Plains of Abraham with a local guide.
Boston: Discover the city on a sightseeing tour along the Freedom Trail.
Newport: Visit this colonial seaport and view Ocean Drive’s famous mansions.

The Autumn Leaves:
Enjoy the unforgettable sight of stunning "Fall Foliage" on our departures September 5 to October 10 (as determined by Mother Nature).

First Class Travel Highlights:
The services of one of professional Tour Directors 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 luxury air-conditioned motorcoaches with reclining seats and restroom facilities.
All hotel service charges, baggage handling fees (one suitcase per person) and local taxes included.
A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.
Stay in two-bedded rooms with private facilities.

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, we are 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.

Dining Highlights:
19 included meals in total (see day by day itinerary)
1 Welcome Reception with your Tour Director in New York City
13 full breakfasts
2 three-course dinners in hotels
2 specialty dinners at local restaurants in Washington DC and Montreal and 1 Amish-style specialty dinner in Lancaster County Farewell Dinner with wine in Boston

DEPARTURE DATES
May - October

PRICES
From approx $3,265 US per person based on double occupancy