Itinerary
Day 1: NEW YORK – FINGER LAKES – NIAGARA FALLS
Stop At: Watkins Glen State Park, 1009 N Franklin St, Watkins Glen, NY 14891-1432
SUMMER ITINERARY : We depart from the Big Apple heading north where we will pass the beautiful Delaware Water Gap to Watkins Glen State Park in the heart of the Finger Lakes region. Walk through Watkins Glen Canyon to visit the beautiful waterfalls and then continue to Niagara Falls passing Seneca Lake, arriving in the late afternoon .
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: She-Qua-Ga Falls, S Genesee St., Montour Falls, NY 148965
WINTER ITINERARY goes to Montour Falls instead of Watkins Glen State Park
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Niagara Falls State Park, 332 Prospect St, Niagara Falls, NY 14303-1106
Tour the US side of Niagara including the American Falls, Goat Island and Luna Island.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Niagara Falls State Park, 332 Prospect St, Niagara Falls, NY 14303-1106
AMERICAN SIDE: Visit Niagara Falls at night to admire the colorful illuminations.
CANADIAN SIDE: Before the night tour of the falls, those crossing to Canada will cross the border to see the illuminated falls on the Canadian side.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Niagara Falls, Niagara Falls, Ontario
Travelers that are crossing to Canada will now cross the border while those that stay on the American side with have free time to enjoy the falls before both sides see the evenings amazing light show known as the Illuminated falls. After this everyone will have free time in the evening before returning to the American side for the overnight.
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Microtel by Wyndham Niagara falls or Quality Inn Lockport
Day 2: NIAGARA FALLS – NEW JERSEY
Stop At: Niagara Falls State Park, 332 Prospect St, Niagara Falls, NY 14303-1106
Leaving the hotel, hear the thundering water of Niagara Falls. See the magnificent Horseshoe Falls up close and experience the power aboard the Maid of the Mist (May-October). During winter until April when the Maid of the Mist is closed we tour the Power Vista Hydroelectric Station and Cave of the Winds.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Pocono Premium Outlets, 1000 Premium Outlets Dr, Tannersville, PA 18372-7905
At noon we depart south to New York State. On the way to New York, enjoy a shopping excursion at one of the large outlet malls along the way (Crossings Premium Outlets or Waterloo Premium Outlets), find your own bargain with brand name stores for less. Evening return to New York.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: New Jersey – La Quinta Inn & Suites, Clifton, NJ
Day 3: NEW JERSEY – PHILADELPHIA – WASHINGTON DC
Stop At: Liberty Bell Center, 526 Market Street Between Market and Chestnut Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Leave New Jersey for Pennsylvania and the city of Philadelphia. Arrive in the historic area of Philadelphia and visit the famous Liberty Bell, one of the symbols of freedom in America, Constitution square and Congress Hall. Stroll Elfreth’s alley, the oldest continuously inhabited street in America.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Rocky Statue, 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy Center City Phila, Philadelphia, PA 19130-2302
Enjoy a panoramic tour of Philadelphia that includes the financial district, Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Historic Philadelphia and more. Departing Philadelphia, see the famous “Rocky Steps”, then continue east to Lancaster county, home of the Amish people.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Amish Country, PA 17505
Start the visit with a ride on an authentic Amish Buggy through the Amish farm country and learn how they live without the benefit of modern technology, no electricity, running water, telephone service, or appliances. After the ride, visit the marketplace to shop for handmade arts crafts and products. In the late afternoon, depart east for an evening arrival in Washington DC.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Fairfield Inn & Suites Alexandria
Day 4: WASHINGTON DC – NEW YORK
Stop At: Jefferson Memorial, 701 E Basin Dr SW At the south shore of the Tidal Basin, Washington DC, DC 20242
Start the day with a visit of Thomas Jefferson Memorial, by the Tidal Basin, surrounded with famous Japanese cherry blossom trees.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Arlington National Cemetery, Entrance at Arlington Memorial Bridge, Arlington, VA 22211
Visit the Arlington National Cemetery, the Changing of the Guard and the Kennedy family gravesite.
Due to security a passport or U.S. ID will be required to enter Arlington Cemetery
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: National Air and Space Museum, Independence Ave SW 600 Independence Ave SW, Washington DC, DC 20560
The most popular of the Smithsonian museums features the Wright Brothers' 1903 Flyer and Lindbergh's Spirit of St. Louis.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, 10th Street and Constitution Ave, Washington DC, DC 20560
We visit the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History and visit the extremely popular "Deep Time" exhibit full of real dinosaur fossils including the T-REX and Triceratops.
THIS MUSEUM IS A TEMPORARY ATTRACTION WHILE THE AIR AND SPACE MUSEUM IS CLOSED.
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Stop At: Capitol Hill, First St and East Capitil St NE, Washington DC, DC 20004
Next stop is Capitol Hill, home to the Capitol building, Senate, Houses of Representatives, and Supreme Court.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: White House, 1600 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington DC, DC 20500
See the US Capitol and the White House to understand the core of the US government. Continue to the Air and Space Museum before visiting the Lincoln, Martin Luther King, Korea and Vietnam Memorials.
In the late afternoon, set out on the return journey and arrive back in New York in the evening.
Duration: 20 minutes
Meals included:
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No accommodation included on this day.
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330 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036, USA
06:30 AM
4 days(approx.)
Returns to original departure point
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair transportation must be requested in advance
Stroller accessible
Maximum of three people per room. If traveling with a party of 4 or more, or desire to have separate rooms please make separate bookings
Children under the age of 2 are free, please advise at time of booking if infant is traveling
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Montour Falls will replace Watkins Glenn Park during winter months when it is inaccessible
For tours with fewer guests, vans may be substituted
Infant seats available
Tours can be bilingual/multilingual as they are offered in many different languages
Luggage is limited to one piece and a small carry on per person
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Hotel Accommodations: Wyndham Super 8 Hotel, La Quinta Inn & Suites, and Wyndham Garden. Please note specific hotels mentioned not guaranteed
Due to security a passport or U.S. ID will be required to enter Arlington Cemetery
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
All passengers are required to have proper identification when entering or leaving the United States. For entry to Canada, it is the passenger’s responsibility to make sure in advance that visa requirements are met
Passengers without the proper travel documents to cross and enter Canada can still join this tour. In such event, the passenger will remain at the hotel on the United States side of the Falls and will not join any part of the tour that will take place in the Canadian territory. You will be able to join the boat ride on the Maid of the Mist as this departs from the American side of the Falls. You will get to see the American Falls and the Canadian Falls from the boat. During the winter months, when the Maid of the Mist is not operating, you will be able to walk to the Falls on your own. There are no substitute attractions on the America side of the Falls. Outlet shopping is located on the American side and does not require a Canadian visa or passport
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 99999 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : ALICIA_H
Philadelphia is a gem!!
First time and I loved it. It was so interesting to walk through the oldest street in Philadelphia the Elfreths' Alley. The rich history of the city: the Liberty Bell, the Constitution square and Congress Hall. etc. The Rocky steps!! I ran through the stairs as well :). And we had the experience of riding the Amish buggy and learn from them how they do things and live!!
The best place ever!!
Niagara Falls is just amazing God's Glory WOW, and we had a rainbow in the middle of the midst!!
Washington is always interesting and impressive, so much history and memorials!
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Posted On : 2023-08-25
Posted By : Soudi_N
I searched a lot to choose this tour…I had gone same tour years ago much experience ( it covered New York, as well)…now, I can say that it worth for money
Our tour leader okeyee showed us everything based on program…he is very knowledgeable…he was not caring much to walk slow,when running to show you around but it was ok
The first bus did not have WIFI…they gave us the code but not working …the second bus was
Better…All hotels very good and clean with pool
We had very nice time and visit lots of places in short time
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Posted On : 2023-06-07
Posted By : Betty_M
I think that they could have found a better alternative for the second day. It was a long stop at a shopping outlet. Even my friends that like to shop at these, thought it was wasted time. We could have seen more historical areas, or stopped to shop in an old town. Anything but a shopping outlet. The plus side was that it started snowing lightly, which was fun for the foreigners who had never seen snow.
A few tips for anyone considering this trip. First, it was very good. We ran into an issue when we booked three people on each reservation (two reservations) for a total of six people on two reservations. Two of the people traveling did not have access to a passport, so they did not cross over into Canada. That left us without a room. The website said we would return to the USA but they had us stay in Canada. Four people can't stay in a room there. Anyway, we had to pay out of pocket for a room because Viator would not make it right. So be careful. Book every two people a reservation.
They really have a lot on the agenda, so be ready to walk a lot. I enjoyed it but it was a little hard for some. Other than that it was good.
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Posted On : 2022-11-19
Posted By : Linda_Y
On 1st day i was overwhelmed coz as first time traveler i have no experience the tour guide asked for physical passport so i did not go to Canada. On 2nd day instructions by tour guide to put my luggages on the lobby i did but they were not being transferred to the bus luggage compartment. When we checked in at Fairfield Alexandria, Virginia i had to buy clothes and toiletries because i have sensitive skin for the following day trip.
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Posted On : 2022-11-06
Posted By : Gener_I
It is a highly recommended travel agency.very nice coach, andrea and okay (japanese)were excellent tour guide.hotels were great!! Everything is on time.definitely will get them again on my next travel
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Posted On : 2022-07-18
Posted By : Ana_S
The departure on June 2nd was at 6h30 but we leave at 8h or more, a big delay. It was very very very desorganized, it was a big group and the guide to Niagara couldn't handle the situation with those passengers that are delayed everytime we have a bus stop
No wi fi on the bus at all
The hotels were too far from the cities there's are in no man's land....
A positive thing was the guide in Filadélfia and Washington a truly professional guide
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Posted On : 2022-06-09
Posted By : Eleonor_P
Just relaxing riding, driver/Gilbert was smoothly driving and tour guide/Brian was really funny and knowledgeable and attentive to all of us.
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Posted On : 2021-07-14
Posted By : Bruce_S
Great tour, informative guide. Rooms, overall were good. A lot of ground was covered but was necessary to get where we were going.
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Posted On : 2019-09-16
Posted By : brenda_l
The first 2 days of the trip were great Jonathan was a fabulous tour guide. He explained everything from the time we got on the bus including where we were going where to go to the bathroom etc. There were 3 different languages spoke on the bus and there was not a problem I could not ask for a better guide and he was the guide I would take this trip again. We were with him for 2 days and I can't say enough about how he is he should be a trainer for the other People. Starting day 3 we met up with Bruno with the ponytail The trip could not have been worse there was never any explanations as to where anything was 95% up the language Was in Spanish I took the trip with my 2:00 teenage granddaughters to give them a lesson abound history in our country .There were several things I did not like first of all Bruno is not from this country or does not care about this country he spoke to my granddaughters about well I don't think you'll like this trip it's all about history and he spoke in a negative to way when I was not around .I made a point to tell him that my granddaughter's parents were a firefighter and military thinking that maybe he would at least respect our country no even after that who was a joke about all the dead People at Arlington . Myself and other People that were English speaking granite there was not as many as there was Spanish did not even understand when he said where the bathroom was because all of that was in Spanish so we just sit there looking like we had no idea what to do .He made negative comments thinking it was a joke about the Arlington memorial the most important thing in Washington DC was poor Forrest Gump Matt Jenny if someone is taking a trip to see Washington DC and to learn about the history of the United States then Bruno is not the one to go with if you do not speak Spanish Bruno is not the one to go with unless you want to go on a trip that is all a joke and is all fun and games Bruno is not the one to go with . I'm thinking that maybe these two guys were working for different companies because there were nowhere near uh like as far as tours go. Jonathan was fabulous Was trained and was very professional. Bruno on the other hand was a poor excuse unless you're on a party bus. Because I spent over $2000 to do this trip and was very disappointed I will NEVER do this trip again. I feel bad because I really enjoyed the first 2 days everything depends on the tour guide that you have and hopefully this will be taken into account and more training can be done to ensure that People gone to certain places and paying good money will get what they paid for . I don't know if this was the fault of Viator or if it was Empire Tours the name of the company that I took. please be aware.
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Posted On : 2019-08-13
Posted By : Darlene_C
The tour guides were very courteous and full of knowledgeable of fun-filled facts. Would’ve preferred to not had extended stopovers at Seneca Falls and the Outlet Shopping Mall. The hiking tour at Seneca Falls was unorganized - no warning that we were going on a hiking trip. People were not physically fit or had the wrong pair of shoes on. The hotel accommodations were 2-3 star. Didn’t enjoy the transition from first bus to another bus with another set of tour guides. The busses were clean and the bus drivers were skilled drivers as well as helpful and friendly. Wish we had inside tours of Congress and/or the White House. Overall, the tours enabled us to enjoy the sites without the big crowds.
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Posted On : 2019-07-08
