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Grand Eastern Cities
Join us on a journey of discovery through the mighty eastern cities of the USA. From New York to Philadelphia, you’ll experience some of the finest and most famous parts of America. Enjoy a spot of sightseeing in the ‘Big Apple’ before moving on to the world-famous Niagara Falls with its three thunderous waterfalls, spanning across the border between Canada and the United States. Explore the fascinating locations around Amish Country. Pennsylvania Dutch Country, as it is formally known, is America’s oldest Amish settlement where thousands still live a ‘plain life’. You’ll also discover the impressive American capital, Washington, D.C., home to the White House, the U.S. Capitol Building and a whole host of spectacular monuments and museums. Before heading back to New York, you’ll complete your eastern journey by visiting Philadelphia, the birthplace of American independence. Visit the Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and, of course, you’ll have plenty of time to tantalise your taste buds with an authentic Philly Cheesesteak sandwich, a local delicacy that it’s said is rarely perfected outside of its founding city. This fascinating escorted tour is a true once-in-a-lifetime experience and is certainly one not to miss!
Tour Includes
- 7 nights hotel
- Return flights to New York
- Airport transfers in the USA
- Hotel porterage (1 bag per person)
- Escorted in the USA by a Tour Manager
9 days from £2,379pp
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Fly to New York, the city that never sleeps, and transfer to your hotel for a two-night stay.
This morning, enjoy a city sightseeing tour of New York, where you see some of the most famous sights of magnificent Manhattan. Catch glimpses of the famous skyline as you absorb the bustle and energy of the heart of the ‘Big Apple’.
The rest of today is yours to spend at leisure. Maybe take a stroll through Central Park, or for an extra cost, get a bird's eye view of the spectacular city below on a Manhattan Helicopter Tour, or you can head to the entertainment epicentre of Times Square, at the junction between Broadway and Seventh Avenue. Don’t forget to bring your camera as the sights of New York are something you won’t want to forget.
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Today, we drive across New York State through the Finger Lakes Country, well-known for its vineyards.
We will head towards the Canadian border, arriving at one of the world's natural wonders, the breathtaking Niagara Falls. The thunderous waterfalls are a tourist hotspot for tourists visiting both America and Canada, and as the mist rises from the foot of the fall, it will be easy to see why.
Indulge in a spot of wine tasting at Watkins Glen, on the shores of Lake Seneca, named for the Seneca Indian Nation, before spending the evening at the romantic Niagara Falls. We will stay in the area overnight.
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This morning you will have time to explore the falls. Niagara Falls is the collective name for three waterfalls that straddle the international border between the USA and Canada. From smallest to largest, the Horseshoe Falls, the American Falls and the Bridal Veil Falls, each offer incredible views and experiences you’ll never forget.
Perhaps take a ride aboard the Maid of the Mist, but be prepared to get a little wet as the boat gets up close to the impressive cascade offering a truly memorable experience of these iconic falls. If you’d like to stay dry, then why not enjoy an optional spot of lunch, overlooking the falls, or stroll along Table Rock to view the thundering waters of the Horseshoe Falls.
Leaving Niagara, we travel into Pennsylvania Dutch country, also known as Amish Country, for our overnight stay.
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Optional Excursions
Our optional excursions are a great addition to enhance your holiday experience and are highly recommended.
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| Maid of the Mist Boat Ride | 2024 £52 | 2025 £54 |
The optional excursions will be available to book during your tour.
Prices are per person and are subject to change. Payment will be in Euros (cash payments only).
This morning we will travel through the Appalachian Mountains, the oldest mountain chain in North America, and along the picturesque Susquehanna River, the longest river on the American East Coast.
Visit the historic Gettysburg Civil War National Battleground, site of the largest battle ever fought on American soil, and the place where President Lincoln gave his famous address in 1863. The Battle of Gettysburg, fought between the 1st and 3rd of July, 1863, is often described as the turning point of the Civil War, despite suffering the largest number of casualties of the War. It was here where Abraham Lincoln delivered the ‘greatest speech in the world’. Just 273 words long, the speech set out the fundamental principles of the Declaration of Independence, “a government of the people, by the people, for the people.”
From here, we journey to the nation's capital, Washington, D.C. for a two night stay, where you may enjoy an optional memorable evening tour and dinner.
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Optional Excursions
Our optional excursions are a great addition to enhance your holiday experience and are highly recommended.
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| Washington, D.C Evening Tour and Dinner | 2024 £52 | 2025 £54 |
The optional excursions will be available to book during your tour.
Prices are per person and are subject to change. Payment will be in Euros (cash payments only).
Making the most of your time in the American capital, by enjoying a superb city sightseeing tour. Take in the best that this magnificent city has to offer, with such highlights as the U.S. Capitol Building, Supreme Court, Library of Congress, the F.B.I. Building, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, the iconic White House and Arlington National Cemetery, as well as the site of the JFK Memorial, to name a few.
You can spend the rest of the day at leisure, maybe exploring some of the many museums, many of which are free to visit, including the Smithsonian museums such as the National Museum of Natural History and the National Air and Space Museum. Or, simply stroll the banks of the Potomac River, also known at the ‘Nation’s River’.
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This morning, we continue our journey to Philadelphia where we will stay for one night in the ‘City of Brotherly Love’, and the birthplace of America, where the Declaration of Independence was adopted on July 4, 1776. The city’s rich history and iconic landmarks make it one of the USA’s most fascinating cities.
Join us on a comprehensive city tour where you will see the world-famous sights such as the Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell.
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This morning we return to New York City for your overnight return flight to the UK.
Morning arrival in the UK.
All rooms have to be requested with our Partner, ATI, once we have confirmed your requirements we will send you a new confirmation invoice. ATI Terms and Conditions do not allow any name changes once your booking is confirmed.
This tour requires customers to have a certain degree of fitness as it is a very full itinerary. Wheelchairs must be prior approved by ATI. This is due to luggage space being at a premium on the coach. Customers are subject to 1 piece of hold luggage each, additional pieces are subject to approval by ATI and may be charged at a supplement. Passengers with medical conditions which impair their travels and may require assistance must make these conditions known at the time of booking. Tour Directors are not permitted to personally intervene or assist in medical emergencies, or assist passengers with prior medical conditions. Passengers with physical challenges must always travel with a companion who can assist them. All coaches are equipped with a lavatory. As facilities for properly serving the lavatory are extremely limited outside major metropolitan areas, the on-board lavatory is principally intended for emergency use. Of course, frequent stops are made throughout the day for the customers comfort. You may find that your tour coach does not have seat belts as American Law doesn't require them.
Please note, due to local laws at least one person in each room booked must be aged 21 years or over. Persons under 21 years of age cannot enter casinos (including those in hotels) alone in the USA and must be accompanied at all times by an adult aged 21 or over.
IMPORTANT VISA INFORMATION
Travel Authorisation via the Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA) is required prior to travelling to the USA under the Visa Waiver Program, for which an additional charge of approximately $14 per person is made. Log onto the ESTA Web site at https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov and complete an online application in English. The web-based system will prompt you to answer basic biographical and eligibility questions typically requested on a paper I-94W form. Applications may be submitted at any time prior to travel, however, DHS recommends that applications be submitted no less than 72 hours prior to travel.
It is your responsibility to ensure you hold the correct passport and visa (if required) to enter the United States of America. If you are in any doubt please contact the appropriate embassy.
Accommodation
Throughout your holiday, you will stay at the hotels
detailed below, or similar.
You will stay for 2 nights in the Hyatt Grand Central Hotel, New
York and one night at the Niagara Riverside Resort, Niagara Falls. In Amish
Country, you will spend one night at the Hotel Genetti moving on to 2 nights at
the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, D.C. and one night at the Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown, Philadelphia.
All hotels are of European minimum 3-star standard and have
a restaurant or bar on site or nearby.
Please note: due to local laws at least one person in each
room booked must be 21 years of age or over.
Grand Hyatt New York (Or Similar)
The Grand Hyatt New York wants to make it easy for you to experience New York City and all that it has to offer. With a location just across from Grand Central Terminal, getting around New York City is effortless from this centralised Midtown location.
Sheraton Downtown (Or Similar)
Closely located by many of Philadelphia’s museums, monuments, and entertainment options, the Sheraton Downtown offers modern amenities and comfortable accommodation.
Executive Coach
All of our coaches are modern and comfortable, and you can be assured of a high level of service and reliability from our expert-trained coach crews, who will be on hand to assist and escort you along the way.
Executive Coach Features
- Air-conditioning, an onboard servery, onboard toilet and reclining seats. Please note that on selected air holidays, the executive coach may have limited facilities.
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