Great Eastern Cities

Day 1-2

New York

Arrive in New York and transfer independently to your hotel – in the afternoon, meet with your tour guide. On day two, take part in a city sightseeing tour which will include some of the most famous attractions of this city. The rest of the day is at leisure for you to make the most of the many delights of the city, from its museums and galleries to the Rockefeller Centre, Central Park, and numerous cafés and restaurants. Alternatively, you may want to partake in a Manhattan Helicopter Tour (optional).

Overnight: The Dylan Hotel (two nights)

Day 3

New York – Finger Lakes – Niagara Falls

Drive across New York State today through the Finger Lakes Country, towards the Canadian border to reach one of the world’s natural wonders – Niagara Falls. Enjoy a wine tasting session at Watkins Glen, located on the shores of Lake Seneca, before spending the evening at the romantic Niagara Falls.

Overnight: Best Western Cairn Croft

Day 4

Niagara Falls – Amish Country

This morning offers some free time to explore the falls for yourself, perhaps taking a ride on the Maid of the Mist (optional) or strolling along Table Rock to see the Horseshoe Falls. There’s an optional trip to Skylon Tower for lunch at the revolving restaurant if you’d like to join, where you’ll dine on delicious food whilst overlooking the incredible surrounding scenery. Leave Niagara and move on to Pennsylvania Dutch Country, also known as Amish Country, where you’ll spend the night.

Overnight: SureStay Collections by Best Western Genetti Hotel

Day 5

Amish Country – Gettysburg – Washington, D.C.

Journey through the Appalachian Mountains this morning alongside the Susquehanna River – the longest river on the American East Coast. You’ll visit the historic Gettsyburg Civil War National Battleground, the site of the largest battle ever fought on American soil and the setting for President Lincoln’s famous address in 1863. Afterwards, continue on to the nation’s capital of Washington, D.C. where you’ll take part in a memorable evening tour and dinner in Georgetown (optional).

Overnight: Hotel Alexandria Mark Centre

Day 6

Washington, D.C.

Embark on a city tour of Washington, D.C. this morning, including the top highlights of the area such as the Lincoln Memorial, Supreme Court, U.S. Capitol Building and the White House. The rest of the day can be spent exploring some of the museums or perhaps with a stroll along the Potamac River.

Overnight: Hotel Alexandria Mark Centre

Day 7

Washington, D.C. – Philadelphia

Continue your journey to Philadelphia this morning, the ‘City of Brotherly Love’ and the site of the Declaration of Independence. Here you’ll visit the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall on a comprehensive city tour. In the evening, there will be an optional dinner at one of the city’s best loved venues for a classic Philly cheese steak.

Overnight: Philadelphia 201

Day 8

Philadelphia – New York

Your tour ends today on with approximate arrival times at Newark airport of 10.30 and JFK airport of 12.00.