Day 1 New York - Boston (216 miles)
Day 2 Boston Area - Boston-Stockbridge - Albany (149 miles)
Day 3 Albany - Niagara Falls (269 miles)
Day 4 Niagara Falls - Washington DC (402 miles)
Day 5 Washington DC
Day 6 Washington, DC - Philadelphia - New York City (236 miles)
Day 1:
New York - Boston (216 miles)
Breakfast: Excluded|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Included
Passengers will be picked up in New York in the morning. Our day begins with a drive to Boston, MA, where we will take a tour of this historic city. Stops on our tour include Faneuil Hall, Harvard University, and the Boston Common.
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Boston, MA
Boston is a city as beautiful as it is historically significant. Visitors can walk the Freedom Trail and see where the seeds of the American Revolution were sown or visit the North End and look out over the harbor.
Harvard University
One of the most famous institutions of higher learning in the world, Harvard University in Cambridge, MA has been standing since 1636, making it the oldest university in the United States. Tourists come for both history and the architecture.
Boston Common
Boston's famous park has been serving citizens of the city for over 200 years. The 50 acres of rolling lawns and clear ponds have seen the likes of everyone from Martin Luther King to Paul Revere.
Day 2:
Boston Area - Boston-Stockbridge - Albany (149 miles)
Breakfast: Included (Continental Breakfast)|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Included
After the continental breakfast in the morning, This morning, return to “BeanTown" for a Whale Watch Cruise of Stellwagen BankMarine Sanctuary. In the afternoon, we will head west towards the Berkshires, a rural region in the mountains of western Massachusetts, where a stop is made in the picturesque Stockbridge, a picture-perfect example of small-town New England. Then we will proceed to Albany, the capital city of New York State for an overnight stay.
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Boston, MA
Boston is a city as beautiful as it is historically significant. Visitors can walk the Freedom Trail and see where the seeds of the American Revolution were sown or visit the North End and look out over the harbor.
Whale Watch Cruise
Home to many species of large whales, including humpbacks, finbacks and minkes.
Departures in April and May will enjoy a Historic Boston Harbor Cruise instead. In case of inclement weather, the Whale Watch Cruise may be canceled.
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Day 3:
Albany - Niagara Falls (269 miles)
Breakfast: Included (Continental Breakfast)|Lunch: Included|Dinner: Excluded
After breakfast, we will drive straight west through upstate New York to Niagara Falls, one of the seven
natural wonders of the world. Upon arrival we will enjoy a lunch overlooking the falls in the meantime. Then we will experience the Maid of the Mist cruise to the foot of the Horseshoe Falls (weather permitting, otherwise explore the Scenic Tunnels behind the falls instead). Evening at leisure.
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Niagara Falls, NY
Among the most beautiful natural wonders in the world, Niagara Falls are comprised of three waterfalls that thunder and astound, producing a higher flow rate than any other waterfall in the world and standing at a height of 167 feet.
Maid of the Mist
Soak in the excitement of Niagara falls (literally). This world-famous boat tour takes you directly into the basin of the Canadian Horseshoe Falls for unprecedented views you can't get anywhere else. Don't forget your rain gear and sense of adventure!
Opening Hours: Apr 4 - Nov 3|Duration: Approx. 20 Minutes
Day 4:
Niagara Falls - Washington DC (402 miles)
Breakfast: Included (Continental Breakfast)|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
After breakfast, we will depart through the Pennsylvania en route to Washington, D.C in the early morning. If time permitting, a stop will be made at the Amish market. The Amish preserve the elements of late 17th-century European rural culture. Then we will arrive in the suburbs of Washington in the early evening. Evening at leisure.
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Washington, DC
The capital of the United States of America sits on the scenic Potomac River. Monuments, museums, and Americana characterize this historic city, which is located in the District of Columbia between the states of Maryland and Virginia.
Day 5:
Washington DC
Breakfast: Included (Continental Breakfast)|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Today we will tour the city of Washington DC. In the morning, we will see sights such as the White House, Washington Monument, Arlington National Cemetery and the US Capitol. In the afternoon, we will be free to explore the Smithsonian Museums at our own leisure, such as the National Air and Space Museum.
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Washington, DC
The capital of the United States of America sits on the scenic Potomac River. Monuments, museums, and Americana characterize this historic city, which is located in the District of Columbia between the states of Maryland and Virginia.
White House
The world-famous White House in Washington, DC is the official residence of the president of the United States and the place where most of the work is done. The facade of this neoclassical mansion is a global icon.
Washington Monument
This iconic obelisk is a memorial to the commander-in-chief of the American revolutionary army and eventual the first president of the United States of America, George Washington. The massive stone structure began construction in 1848.
Arlington National Cemetery
This military cemetery spans more than 600 acres in northern Virginia on the border with Washington, DC. It contains the graves of Presidents Taft and Kennedy as well as the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
US Capitol
The famous United States Capitol is the meeting place of the US Congress, and has been for more than 200 years. The building is famous for its elaborate dome and intricately designed, detailed columns.
Smithsonian Institution
Centered on the National Mall, the Smithsonian Institution is a series of museums dedicated to research and spreading knowledge. Some of the most notable Smithsonian museums are the National Air and Space Museum and the Museum of American History.
DC Night Tour
Experience the nation's Capital by night. See the illuminated National Monuments and building of our Capital City, such as the Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials. See historic Union Station and more.
Tour Fee (Optional): Adult $40; Child (8-16 yrs) $25
Day 6:
Washington, DC - Philadelphia - New York City (236 miles)
Today we will return north to Philadelphia, PA, where we will visit the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. In the late afternoon, we will return to Manhattan, New York, where guests will be dropped off.
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Philadelphia, PA
One of the most historically significant cities in the United States, Philadelphia was the first capital of the U.S.The City of Brotherly Love draws history buffs and lovers of culture from all corners of the globe!
Liberty Bell
The famously cracked Liberty Bell is a sign of American Independence and spirit. Located at Liberty Bell Center in Philadelphia, PA, this symbol of the American Revolution was crafted in 1752-- more than 250 years ago.
Independence Hall
One of Philadelphia's most famous landmarks, Independence Hall in Independence National Historical Park is the location where both the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution were debated, written, and ratified by the Founding Fathers of the USA.
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