4-Day Tour of America from New York City 4-Day Tour of America from New York City (Double Room)

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ID: GYG9109-O-34962
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Country: United States

Duration: 4 days


Description

Admire Niagara Falls on the US and Canadian sides and see the Finger Lakes. Visit Philadelphia's Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, and more. In Washington DC, stop at the US Mint, Air and Space Museum, and continue to Amish Country in Lancaster.
Visit the American and Canadian sides of Niagara Falls. Stop at an outlet mall for shopping, continue to the historic city of Brotherly love in Philadelphia and see the famous Liberty Bell and Independence Hall Square. You will also visit Washington DC, the US Capitol and visit the US Mint. Continue to Lancaster to learn about the Amish community.

Day 1: New York - Finger Lakes - Niagara Falls
Your morning departure from the Big Apple takes you north where you will pass the beautiful Delaware 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 (Winter itinerary goes to Montour Falls instead of Watkins Glen State Park).

Tour the American and Canadian sides of the Falls including the American Falls, Horseshoe Falls, Goat Island, and Sister Island. At night tour Niagara Falls where you will marvel at the colorful lighting of the waters.

Overnight: Niagara Falls - Wyndham Super 8

Day 2: Niagara Falls - New Jersey
As you depart the hotel, hear the thundering water of Niagara Falls. See the falls up close from Horseshoe Falls and experience the power of the current aboard the Maid of the Mist (May-October). From November through April you will tour the Power Vista Hydro-electric Station, and the Cave of the Winds. At noon 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, where you can hunt for bargains at their brand name stores.

Overnight New Jersey - La Quinta Inns & Suites 

Day 3: New Jersey - Philadelphia - Washington DC
Depart New Jersey to Pennsylvania and to the city of brotherly love Philadelphia.
Arriving in the Historic area of Philadelphia you will visit the famous Liberty Bell, and Constitution square and Constitution Hall, one of the symbols of freedom in America. Stroll Elfreth’s Alley (the oldest inhabited street in America) then continue on a panoramic tour of Philadelphia that includes the financial district, Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Historic Philadelphia and more.

Departing Philadelphia, see the famous “Rocky Steps” and then continue north to Lancaster county home of the Amish people. Ride on an authentic Amish Buggy, visit an Amish market place of handmade arts and crafts and learn what it's like to live without the benefit of modern technology, electricity, running water or telephone service.

Overnight at: Wyndham Garden, Washington DC.

Day 4: Washington DC - New York 
Start the day with a visit to Thomas Jefferson Memorial, by the Tidal Basin, surrounded with famous Japanese cherry blossom trees. Visit the Arlington National Cemetery, the changing of the guards and the Kennedy family gravesite. 

Next stop is Capitol Hill. 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, depart north for an evening arrival in New York.

Highlights

  • Walk through Watkins Glen Canyon
  • Tour both the American and Canadian Sides of the Falls
  • Experience the power aboard the Maid of the Mist (May-October)
  • See the Capitol Hill,Senate and White House an learn about the core of the US government
  • Visit the Arlington National Cemetery and see the changing of the guards
  • Tour the Air and Space Musuem
  • Find bargains on your trip to the outlet mall
  • Visit Philadelphia, the historical Liberty bell and the famous Rocky steps
  • Take an Amish buggy ride in Lancaster PA and learn about the Amish life style, culture and religion

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• In the event that parts of this itinerary remain inaccessible due to COVID-19, an alternate itinerary will be provided, with final details available prior to your departure
• Free Wi-Fi is provided on all buses (not vans)
• A passport or U.S. ID will be required to enter Arlington Cemetery
• For passengers who wish to cross to the Canadian side of the Falls, a valid US passport or passport and US green card is required – crossing is available to US citizens or permanent residents only
• On day 1, the tour escort will verify that all necessary paperwork for the Canadian border crossing is valid and within compliance. Anyone who is not in compliance will enjoy the American side itinerary, no changes can be made once the tour has departed.
• PCR tests that arrive after the tour departure will not be accepted and will not change your tour itinerary
• Please anticipate an 8 PM border crossing time and ensure that your test has been taken within 72 hours of this time
All required protective equipment is provided
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You must bring your own headphones
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
You must present either proof of full vaccination, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative test taken no more than 24 hours before the activity starts
Gray Line Visitors Center at Port Authority Bus Terminal 42nd St. (between 8th and 9th Ave.) at 6:30 AM.
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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.