5-Day US East Coast Tour Package from New York/New Jersey
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$397
$397Available: Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
Depart from: New York, NY; Flushing, NY
Duration: 5 Days 4 Nights
Highlights: Visit New York, Boston, Washington, Philadelphia, Niagara Falls. Inclusions: 4 nights hotel accomodations, Transportation via air-conditioned vehicle
- U.S. side only – Passengers do not need a visa/passport to join this tour.
Itinerary
Day 1
New York
Guests will be picked up in New Jersey and New York in the early morning. Today we will spend the day touring New York, NY, the City That Never Sleeps! Stops include Wall Street, the Empire State Building, and Madame Tussauds’ Wax Museum. Guests are also invited to take a Boat Tour of the harbor that will bring them close to the Statue of Liberty.
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One of the most recognizable landmarks in the word, this famous skyscraper is the second-tallest building in New York City. It was completed in 1931 and made a U.S. National Historic Landmark in 1986.Admission (Optional): Adult $34; Child (3-12 yrs) $27; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $31|Opening Hours: 8:00am – 2:00am|Duration: Approx. 45 Minutes -
Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum is a favorite attraction of people all over the world. Uncannily lifelike wax sculptures of figures both modern and historic decorate the halls of this museum, which dates back to London and 1836. «LessAdmission (Optional): Adult $25; Child (3-12 yrs) $23; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $25|Opening Hours: Mon – Sun May 23 – Sep 6 9:00am – 10:00pm, Sep 7 9:00am – 8:00pm, Dec 31 9:00am – 3:00pm, Sun – Thu Sep 8 – Dec 17 10:00am – 8:00pm, Fri – Sat Sep 11 – Dec 19 10:00am – 10:00pm|Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes
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This famous military history museum on Manhattan’s West Side is inside the now-defunct World War II aircraft carrier, the USS Intrepid. Exhibits include real military aircraft as well as recreations of military life aboard the ship.Admission (Optional): Adult $31; Child (3-12 yrs) $24; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $27|Opening Hours: Mon – Fri 10:00am – 5:00pm, Holiady hours apply. Time subject to change. Closed Thanksgiving Day, December 25., Sat – Sun 10:00am – 6:00pm, Last admission to the submarine Growler is one hour before the Museum closes.|Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes
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This famous street in New York City’s Financial District has become synonymous with American financial enterprises. It is also the home of the New York Stock Exchange, and has been (or still is) the location of several other exchanges.
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The Metropolitan Museum of Art is not just the largest art museum in the United States, but also one of the three biggest in the world. Its collection contains more than 2 million works of art.Admission (Optional): Adult $25; Child (Under 11 yrs) Free; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $17|Opening Hours: Fri – Sat 10:00am – 9:00pm, Time are subject to change without further notice., Sun – Thu 10:00am – 5:30pm, Closed Thanksgiving Day, December 25, January 1, and the first Monday in May.|Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes
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This boat ride through New York Harbor loops its way around Ellis Island, home of the Statue of Liberty. Ellis Island was the arrival point for immigrants to the East Coast of the US for decades.Admission (Optional): Adult $29; Child (3-12 yrs) $23; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $28|Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Standard Hotel: Edison Hotel/Palace Hotel/Ramada Inn or similar
Deluxe Hotel: Sheraton/Hilton/Doubletree/Radisson/Hotel Somerset/Crowne Plaza/Courtyard/Hilton Garden/Holiday Inn in New Jersey or similar
Day 2
New York – Philadelphia – Washington DC (233 miles)
Today we will drive to Philadelphia, PA, the birthplace of the United States. Here, we will visit National Independence Park, which is home to the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. From there, we will continue onto Washington, DC, where we will see the US Capitol, the White House, the Lincoln Memorial, and much more. Guests will also be able to visit the National Air and Space Museum or the National Museum of Natural History. We will spend the night in the DC area.
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The famously cracked Liberty Bell is a sign of American Independence and spirit. Located at Liberty Bell Center in Philadelphia, PA, this symbol of the American Revolution was crafted in 1752– more than 250 years ago. -
One of Philadelphia’s most famous landmarks, Independence Hall in Independence National Historical Park is the location where both the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution were debated, written, and ratified by the Founding Fathers of the USA.
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This iconic American monument honors the 16th president of the United States. Abraham Lincoln was president during the American Civil War, and is most famous for the Emancipation Proclamation that freed all of the slaves in the US.
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One of the Smithsonian Institute’s museums in Washington, DC, the National Air and Space Museum chronicles the history of flight. From the Wright Brother to Buzz Aldrin, the exhibits at this museum explore all of humanity’s air travels.Opening Hours: Open daily except December 25
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This memorial in Washington, DC serves as a place to remember the American soldier who were lost or killed during the tumultuous Vietnam War. Originally controversial in design, the simple memorial has become a shrine for the American people.
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This memorial commemorates those who served for the United States in the Korean War. It is located south of the Reflecting Pool at the National Mall. The simple memorial is triangular in shape will a circle at the top.
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The world-famous White House in Washington, DC is the official residence of the president of the United States and the place where most of the work is done. The facade of this neoclassical mansion is a global icon.
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The famous United States Capitol is the meeting place of the US Congress, and has been for more than 200 years. The building is famous for its elaborate dome and intricately designed, detailed columns.
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The Potomac River runs along Washington, DC, the capital city of the United States of America. Visitors to this famous locale can opt to see many of the area’s most historic landmarks and memorials in a unique way.Admission (Optional): Adult $26; Child (2-12 yrs) $18; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $23|Opening Hours: Mar – Nov, Closed Thanksgiving Day, December 25, January 1.|Duration: Approx. 45 Minutes
Standard Hotel: Comfort Inn/Days Inn/Sleeping Inn or similar
Deluxe Hotel: Sheraton/Hilton/Radisson/Wyndham/Four Points/Crowne Plaza/Courtyard/Metro Points/Tremont Plaza or similar
Day 3
Washington D.C. – Corning – Niagara Falls (343 miles)
Today, we will head north to visit the Corning Museum of Glass in Corning, NY. We will then continue to Niagara Falls, where we will ride the famous Maid of the Mist cruise, although this will be closed in the winter. We will also see the Adventure IMAX. If there is time, we can also take an impressive Jet Boat ride on the Niagara River. After that, we can choose to either explore the area on our own or take an in-depth tour that visits Whirlpool State Park and Old Fort Niagara. At dusk, we will see the excitingThundering Water Cultural Show.
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This museum in western New York is dedicated to the history, art, and science behind glassmaking. Its collection contains more than 45,000 objects, some of which date back millennia. It was founded in 1951 and sees 400,000 visitors annually.Admission (Optional): Adult $18; Child (Under 17 yrs) Free; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $16|Opening Hours: Daily 9:00am – 5:00pm, Seasonal Hours Vary, Closed Thanksgiving Day, December 24, 25, January 1.
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This famous boat ride gets passengers up close and personal with the Niagara Falls! The Maid rides right into the mists thrown up by the roaring cascade as the Niagara River tumbles over the edge of the falls.Closed during winterAdmission (Optional): Adult $18.25; Child (6-12 yrs) $10.65; Child (Under 5 yrs) Free; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $18.25|Opening Hours: Daily Apr 2 – Nov 6 9:00am – 4:00pm|Duration: Approx. 20 Minutes
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This movie, which guests will view on an impressive 45-foot-wide screen, tells the history of human interaction with the falls, focusing largely on the “daredevils” who have crossed, boated, and even jumped off them.Admission (Optional): Adult $12; Child (3-12 yrs) $8; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $9|Opening Hours: Daily 10:00am – 4:30pm, Time vary seasonally, Closed January 1.|Duration: Approx. 45 Minutes
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This interesting and exciting fuller tour of the greater Niagara area takes guests to sights they otherwise may not see, such as the impressive water formation at Whirlpool State Park or the historic Old Fort Niagara.Admission (Optional): Adult $25; Child (3-12 yrs, including $13 of the Old Fort Niagara admission ticket) $15; Senior (Over 65 yrs, including $13 of the Old Fort Niagara admission ticket) $22; Tickets to Old Fort Niagara & Whirlpool State Park included|Opening Hours: Closed Thanksgiving Day, December 25, January 1.
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These exciting boat rides take passengers on a thrilling trip down the Niagara River! This 45-minute round-trip ride zooms through the Niagara Gorge, and even takes passengers to the famous Whirlpool rapids, all of a custom-built jet boat.Replace Maid of the Mist during winter (Nov – Apr)Admission (Optional): Adult $61; Child (4-12 yrs, Children under 4 yrs are not allowed to ride.) $51; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $51|Opening Hours: Daily 8:00am – 5:00pm, Times Vary, Closed January 1.|Duration: Approx. 45 Minutes
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Whirlpool State Park overlooks the Niagara Gorge. Have a picnic in the field above before hiking below to see the whirlpool up close. The park includes hiking and biking trails, fishing spots, and a playground.Opening Hours: Open Year-round, Dawn to Dusk
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This impressive fort traces its colorful history back to 1678 and the establishment of the colony of New France in what would become the northeastern United States. This centuries-old building is a National Historic Landmark of the US.Admission (Optional): Adult $13; Child (Under 11 yrs) $6; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $13; Tickets to Old Fort Niagara & Whirlpool State Park included
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Niagara, like many impressive wonders of nature, is a sacred place for the local Native American people. This show uses dance as a storytelling medium through which to showcase the impact that the falls have had on native culture.Admission (Optional): Adult $21; Child (4-10 yrs) $13; Infant (Under 4 yrs) Free; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $21|Opening Hours: Daily 7:00pm – 8:00pm|Duration: Approx. 40 Minutes
Standard Hotel: Quality Inn / Comfort Inn / Days Inn / Sleep Inn / Red Roof Inn or equivalent
Deluxe Hotel: Adams Mark/Radisson/ RIT/ Rochester Plaza/Park Plaza//Holiday Inn/Clarion Hotel or equivalent
Day 4
Niagara Falls – Boston (407 miles)
Today, we will cross upstate New York on our way to Boston. Along the way, we will see magnificent views of the Erie Canal. When we arrive in Boston, we will tour the campuses of Harvard University and MIT, two of the most prestigious universities in the country. Later on, we will pass by Trinity Church, the Hancock Building, Boston Common, the Public Garden, Boston Athenaeum, the Boston Public Library, and overlooking the golden dome of the Massachusetts State House.
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One of the most famous institutions of higher learning in the world, Harvard University in Cambridge, MA has been standing since 1636, making it the oldest university in the United States. Tourists come for both history and the architecture.
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The Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, Massachusetts is a research university known the world over for its highly selective and intense academics, and MIT alumni include 24 Nobel Prize winners and 22 Rhodes Scholars.
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Trinity Church is located in Boston’s upscale Back Bay neighborhood. It is a parish of the Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts, and the elaborate and ornate building has become a landmark and icon in downtown Boston.
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The John Hancock Tower is an iconic skyscraper in Boston, MA. Constructed in 1968, this beautiful blue building is staple of the Boston skyline. It is the tallest building both in Boston and all of New England.
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Boston’s famous park has been serving citizens of the city for over 200 years. The 50 acres of rolling lawns and clear ponds have seen the likes of everyone from Martin Luther King to Paul Revere.
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Adjacent to the Boston Common, this was the first public botanical gardens in the U.S. Established in 1837, the garden is known for the swan boats that visitors can take onto the ponds.Opening Hours: Mon – Sun 9:00am – 7:00pm
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As one of the oldest independent libraries in the United States – founded in 1807 – the Boston Athenaeum contains a rare book collection of over 100,000 volumes and a comparable collection of art.
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The main branch of this municipal library system is located in Copley Square. It is the 3rd largest library system in the U.S. after the Library of Congress and the New York Public Library.Opening Hours: Mon – Sun 9:00am – 5:00pm
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Perched grandly atop Beacon Hill, the Massachusetts State House has been the location of Massachusetts government since 1798. This iconic domed building houses the governor’s offices and the state legislature. Tours must be scheduled in advance.
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(The lobster dinner is on a Chinese restaurant style) New England is known for its lobster. Having a lobster dinner in Boston is certainly on many a visitor’s to-do list。Admission (Optional): Adult $32; Child (3-12 yrs) $32; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $32|Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Standard Hotel: Quality Inn/Comfort Inn/Days Inn or similar
Deluxe Hotel: Sheraton/DoubleTree/Radisson/Courtyard/Four Points/Wyndham/Holiday Inn or similar
Day 5
Boston – New York (214 miles)
Before leaving Boston, we will take the Harbor Cruise and have lunch at Quincy Market. After spending the morning in there, we will return to the pickup points in New York for dropoff. Please see “Departure and Return” for more information.
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See the famous Boston skyline like never before with a cruise of Boston Harbor. From the peak of the Prudential tower to the quaint North End, this beautiful and historic city is best viewed from the bay!Admission (Optional): Adult $22; Child (3-12 yrs) $17; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $20|Opening Hours: Mar – Nov, Closed Thanksgiving Day, December 25, January 1.
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Quincy Market in the Faneuil Hall marketplace of downtown Boston is a historic building that still serves as a souvenir marketplace and food court today. The area has expanded to include two other marketplace buildings as well.
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Departure & Return
| Location | Address | Departure | Return |
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| Flushing, NY |  13330 39th Ave, Flushing, NY 11354 (Asian Jewels Seafood Restaurant – Flushing, NY) |
7:00am | 5:00pm |
| Newark, NJ | 20 Frontage Road(I-95 Exit 14 & Frontage Road), Newark, NJ 07114 (Howard Johnson – Newark, NJ) |
7:00am | 6:00pm |
| New York, NY | 87 Bowery, New York, NY 10013 (Chinatown(Manhattan, NYC) – New York, NY) |
8:00am | 7:00pm |
Flight arrangement: There are still travel activities on the last day of the tour, please schedule flights to depart from Boston (BOS) after 1:30pm or New York (JFK, LGA, EWR) after 7pm.
- Paid 24-hour airport transport service is available for an extra fee: $120 for first two persons with $10 for each additional person.
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Price Includes
- Airport dropoff on the last day
- 4 nights hotel accomodations
- Transportation via air-conditioned vehicle
- Tour guide Level 2: semi-guided tour
- All taxes and fees included
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Price Excludes
- Admission Fees:
Destination Adult Child Infant Senior Boston, MA Boston Harbor Cruise (Optional) $22 $17 (3-12 yrs) / $20 (Over 65 yrs) Boston Lobster Dinner (Optional) $32 $32 (3-12 yrs) / $32 (Over 65 yrs) Corning, NY Corning Museum of Glass (Optional) $18 Free (Under 17 yrs) / $16 (Over 65 yrs) New York, NY Empire State Building (Optional) $34 $27 (3-12 yrs) / $31 (Over 65 yrs) Intrepid Sea, Air, and Space Museum (Optional) $31 $24 (3-12 yrs) / $27 (Over 65 yrs) Madame Tussauds Wax Museum (Optional) $25 $23 (3-12 yrs) / $25 (Over 65 yrs) Statue of Liberty Cruise (Optional) $29 $23 (3-12 yrs) / $28 (Over 65 yrs) The Metropolitan Museum of Art (Optional) $25 Free (Under 11 yrs) / $17 (Over 65 yrs) Niagara Falls, NY Jet Boat Ride (Optional) $61 $51 (4-12 yrs, Children under 4 yrs are not allowed to ride.) / $51 (Over 65 yrs) Maid of the Mist (Optional) $18.25 $10.65 (6-12 yrs) Free (Under 5 yrs) / $18.25 (Over 65 yrs) Niagara Falls Adventure Movie (Optional) $12 $8 (3-12 yrs) / $9 (Over 65 yrs) Niagara Falls In-Depth Tour (Optional) $25 $15 (3-12 yrs, including $13 of the Old Fort Niagara admission ticket) / $22 (Over 65 yrs, including $13 of the Old Fort Niagara admission ticket) Old Fort Niagara (Optional) $13 $6 (Under 11 yrs) / $13 (Over 65 yrs) Thundering Water Cultural Show (Optional) $21 $13 (4-10 yrs) Free (Under 4 yrs) $21 (Over 65 yrs) Washington, DC Chinese Style Dinner (Optional) $16 $11 (6-12 yrs) / $16 (Over 65 yrs) Potomac River Cruise (Optional) $26 $18 (2-12 yrs) / $23 (Over 65 yrs) - Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
- If you would like to join the optional activities, please pay the fee in cash to the tour guide. You cannot buy / use the tickets on your own or use City Passes. The tour guide will arrange the tickets for the group.
- All meals and drinks during the trip.
- A mandatory service fees: Minimum $8 / day / person should be paid in cash to tour guide and the bus driver as a service fee. Any child / Infant reserving a seat will have to pay the service fees as well. Ex: 2 people taking a 2-day tour would pay: $8 x 2 (seats) x 2 (days) = $32.
- Personal room fees: such as laundry or valet services, telephone calls, or alcoholic beverages/mini bar items, unless they are otherwise specified.
- Any private expenses
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Additional Note
- City passes are not accepted during an escorted tour due to the fact that they do not correspond into the tour schedule. The group entrance tickets provided by tour guides have fast lane and tour guides accompany passengers for activities.
- Bus Arrangement: Usually only passengers in the same order will be arranged in the same bus. If you book the tour separately with your friends and you want to sit in the same bus, you need to inform us before departure . Or you may be arranged in different buses.
- Itineraries are subject to change due to the weather, transportation and other conditions, in order to provide the best experience for you.
- Customers are held solely responsible for their own travel documents and/or visas if required.
- Hotel rooms: Each hotel room can accommodate no more than 4 guests (adults or children), and existing bedding must be used
- Language: All tours are escorted by professional bi- or multi-lingual tour and/or driver guides (English/Chinese). Depending on the number of passengers booked for a particular departure, tours and/or languages may be combined to operate the tours.
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