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4-day Niagara Falls, Washington DC, and Philadelphia Tour from New York

330 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036, USA
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Duration

4 days (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

3 people

Languages

English

Overview

Visit four of the most popular destinations in the Northeast on this epic 4-day adventure from New York City. Marvel at Niagara Falls on a boat cruise beneath the falls, discover local life in New Jersey and Philadelphia, ride an Amish Buggy through Amish country, and visit the historic monuments of Washington DC.

  • Spectacular views of Niagara Falls by day and night
  • See different sides of the US from Amish Country to the White House
  • Journey through New York State, New Jersey, and Philadelphia
  • Hassle-free tour with accommodation and transport taken care of

What To Expect

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Day 1 – NEW YORK – FINGER LAKES – NIAGARA FALLS

Watkins Glen State Park

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 .

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

She-Qua-Ga Falls

WINTER ITINERARY goes to Montour Falls instead of Watkins Glen State Park

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Niagara Falls State Park

Tour the US side of Niagara including the American Falls, Goat Island and Luna Island.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Niagara Falls State Park

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.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Niagara Falls

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.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Day 2 – NIAGARA FALLS – NEW JERSEY

Niagara Falls State Park

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.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Pocono Premium Outlets

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.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Day 3 – NEW JERSEY – PHILADELPHIA – WASHINGTON DC

Liberty Bell Center

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.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rocky Statue

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.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Amish Country

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.

2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Day 4 – WASHINGTON DC – NEW YORK

Jefferson Memorial

Start the day with a visit of Thomas Jefferson Memorial, by the Tidal Basin, surrounded with famous Japanese cherry blossom trees.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Arlington National Cemetery

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

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

National Air and Space Museum

The most popular of the Smithsonian museums features the Wright Brothers’ 1903 Flyer and Lindbergh’s Spirit of St. Louis.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History

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.

1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Capitol Hill

Next stop is Capitol Hill, home to the Capitol building, Senate, Houses of Representatives, and Supreme Court.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

White House

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.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Highlights

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • 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 99,999 travelers

Included/Excluded

  • Professional tour guide
  • Transportation by 15-passenger van or a full-sized bus
  • 3 nights hotel accommodation including tax and continental breakfast
  • Wifi on bus only
  • Breakfast (3)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities

Durations

4 days (approx.)

Tour's Location

330 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036, USA
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