Eastern Discovery

Trip Itinerary

Day 1

New York Arrival

Arrive in New York City and transfer independently to your hotel where you will meet with your Tour Director in the evening.

Day 2

New York – Boston

Depart NYC for historic New England. Travel along the Long Island Sound to historic Boston, MA. Enjoy a walking tour along the Freedom Trail which begins at the Boston Common and winds beside the State House, King’s Chapel, the old South Meeting House, the Boston Massacre site and the fronts of many taverns and pubs where America’s “Founding Fathers” toasted freedom. Walk the cobblestone streets of Beacon Hill steeped in history which contains one of the city’s most beautiful neighborhoods.

Day 3

Boston – New England – Québec City

This morning travel through the rural New England states of New Hampshire and Vermont on your way to Canada. You will pass through small picturesque villages and the White Mountains, particularly beautiful during the fall foliage. You’ll cross the international border to enter the Canadian province of Québec. Perhaps visit an authentic maple farm and this evening, take the opportunity to sample some of the celebrated French Canadian cuisine (optional).

Day 4

Québec City – Montréal

Begin the day with a tour of Québec City, the French capital of the province and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Highlights include the Québec Provincial Parliament Building and the Citadelle. Then enjoy a walking tour of the walled city, where you will see the Chateau de Frontenac, as well as unparalleled views of the Saint Lawrence River. Then you may want to enjoy a delicious pastry, baguette or candy treat or if time allows, may we suggest a visit to Rue du Tresor before departing to Montréal. Upon arrival, go on a tour of Old Montréal, the area known as the “Vieux Port,” with stops at Place Jacques Cartier & Notre Dame Basilica.

Day 5

Montréal – Ottawa – Toronto

Depart Montréal for the capital of Canada, Ottawa. This vibrant city of parks and flowers boasts one of the most impressive parliament buildings in the world. In the afternoon, continue along the 1,000 Islands Parkway to the largest English-speaking city in Canada, Toronto, located on the shore of Lake Ontario. Join an optional excursion on the St. Lawrence River which explores the magnificent scenery on a relaxing cruise.

Day 6

Toronto – Niagara Falls

Begin the day with a drive through Toronto’s impressive collection of modern skyscrapers, most notably, the CN Tower, the world’s tallest free-standing structure (1,815 ft./553 m). Do you dare to stand on the glass floor located more than 300 meters above Toronto (optional)? Continue along Lake Ontario, crossing the Welland Canal, before arriving at Niagara Falls, where you will be amazed at this natural wonder. Stroll along Table Rock, see the unique Floral Clock and view the thundering water of the Horseshoe Falls. Perhaps take an optional tour on the renowned Maid of the Mist boat ride at the base of the Falls.

Day 7

Niagara Falls – Gettysburg – Amish Country

Today ride through the rolling farmland of upstate New York, known as the Finger Lakes Region, and enter the Keystone State of Pennsylvania. This afternoon, visit the historic Gettysburg Civil War National Battleground, site of the largest battle ever fought on American soil, and the place where Abraham Lincoln gave his famous address in 1863. Travel along the Susquehanna River to South Pennsylvania for overnight.

Day 8

Amish Country – Washington D.C.

Travel through rural countryside to Pennsylvania Dutch Country. Visit an Amish Museum and see their 300-year-old tradition of simple living (admission included). The Amish people live in a world that stopped in the mid-1850s. They use no electricity, mechanical devices, or modern equipment. In the afternoon, continue to the nation’s capital, Washington, D.C.

Day 9

Washington D.C.

Enjoy a city tour with such highlights as the U.S. Capitol Building, Supreme Court, Library of Congress, the F.B.I. Building, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, the White House and Arlington National Cemetery, site of the JFK Memorial. Spend the remainder of the day exploring some of the many museums comprising the Smithsonian Institute or simply walk the banks of the Potomac River.

Day 10

Washington D.C. – Philadelphia – New York City

Complete your tour today with the drive to New York City via Philadelphia, known as the “City of Brotherly Love”, where you will stop to visit Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell.

Day 11

New York - Departure

 Transfer independently to the airport for your return flight.

Prices, Dates, Hotels & Conditions

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The final price you will pay for this tour is that displayed in USD. Prices converted in other
currencies are for guidance purposes only and are approximate.

DEPARTURES 2024 PRICE FROM
APR 20 2040
MAY 4, 18 2040
JUNE 1, 15, 29 2040
JULY 13, 27 2040
AUG 10, 24, 31 2090
SEP 14, 21 2090


YOUR ESCORTED MOTORCOACH TOUR INCLUDES
- Services of a professional Tour Manager throughout
- Deluxe air-conditioned motorcoach with onboard restroom facilities
- Hotel accommodations as specified or similar
- Sightseeing as specified
- Hotel taxes; service charges; and baggage (one suitcase per person)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT INCLUSIONS
- Welcome Reception where you will meet your fellow travelers and perhaps go out on the town together in the city that never sleeps!
- Retrace the start of the American Revolution by experiencing Boston’s historic Freedom Trail
- Travel through Vermont and New Hampshire, visiting a quintessential New England town
- Tour UNESCO world heritage sites of Old and New Quebec City
- Feel the mists while taking in the natural wonder of Niagara Falls
- Walk the hallowed grounds of Gettysburg, the most decisive battle the American Civil War
- Get an up-close taste of Amish culture at traditional farmhouse museum in Pennsylvania Dutch Country
- See the seats of power of American Government with a grand city tour of Washington, D.C.
- Explore the birthplace of America in Philadelphia by seeing where it all started at Independence Hall and capturing a glimpse of the iconic Liberty Bell
 

NIGHT CITY HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
1 New York City Hyatt Grand Central New York
2 Boston Courtyard by Marriott Boston Brookline
3 Quebec City Hotel Universel
4 Montreal Best Western Ville-Marie Montreal Hotel & Suites
5 Toronto Chelsea Hotel Toronto
6 Niagara Falls Best Western Plus Cairn Croft Hotel
7 Amish Country Wyndham Garden York
8-9 Washington D.C. Washington Hilton
10 New York City Hyatt Grand Central New York


PRE & POST HOTELS
PRE: New York City, Hyatt Grand Central New York
POST: New York City, Hyatt Grand Central New York

IMPORTANT NOTE
This tour crosses the U.S./Canada border. Passengers should obtain relevant visas for both nations prior to travel where necessary.

OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES
- Dine at a traditional Canadian Maple Sugar Farm
- Enjoy the renowned cuisine of Quebec amidst the old world charm of Montreal’s historic district
- Take in the Toronto cityscape atop the CN Tower, the largest freestanding tower in the world
- Experience Niagara Falls “up close” experience with a boat ride under the falls followed by lunch atop the Skylon Tower
- Capture the stunning lit up landmarks of Washington, D.C. with a night tour followed by a dinner in fashionable Georgetown

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