Great Eastern Cities

Day 1

Fly to New York

Arrive in New York and transfer independently to your hotel, then meet with your tour manager. Evening at leisure

Overnight: Martinique New York on Broadway or similar

Day 2

New York

Enjoy a city sightseeing tour which will include some of the most famous attractions. 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 countless cafés and restaurants. Alternatively, you may want to experience in a Manhattan Helicopter Tour (optional).

Overnight: Martinique New York on Broadway or similar

Day 3

New York – Finger Lakes – Niagara Falls

Drive across New York State today through the beautiful Finger Lakes Country, 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: Niagara Riverside Resort, NY or Holiday Inn Niagara Falls, NY

Day 4

Niagara Falls – Pennsylvania Dutch Country

This morning offers some free time to explore the falls for yourself, perhaps taking a ride on the Hornblower Niagara Cruise (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 or similar, buffet breakfast included

Day 5

Pennsylvania Dutch 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 can choose to part in a memorable evening tour and dinner in Georgetown (optional).

Overnight: Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC or similar, continental breakfast included

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: Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC or similar, continental breakfast included

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.

Overnight: Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown or similar

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.

Please be aware when booking your flights that the departure flight should be no earlier than 1:30pm from Newark Airport and 3pm from JFK