Great Eastern Cities Escorted Tour

Day 1 – New York Arrival

Arrive in to New York, there are numerous daily services from a choice of U.K. airports. The city that never sleeps, and transfer independently to your hotel, where you will meet your Tour Director for the next week. If you would prefer a private transfer from the airport to your hotel, we can arrange this for you. Overnight – New York

Hotel:
The Dylan Hotel

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Day 2: New York Sightseeing

This morning you will enjoy a city tour of New York which includes some of the most famous sights of Manhattan. Catch glimpses of the famous skyline as you absorb the bustle and energy of the Big Apple. The rest of today is at leisure. Your Tour Director will assist you in making plans. May we suggest a stroll through Central Park, a bird’s eye view on a Manhattan Helicopter Tour (Optional) or re-enact history with a kiss in Times Square. Bring your camera! Overnight – New York.

Hotel:
The Dylan Hotel

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Day 3: New York – Finger Lakes – Niagara Falls, Canada

Today, your tour takes to the road, you travel by luxury air-conditioned coach across New York state through the Finger Lakes Country and towards the Canadian border, arriving at one of the world’s natural wonders, breathtaking Niagara Falls. Indulge in a spot of wine-tasting at Watkins Glen, on the shores of Lake Seneca, named for the Seneca Indian Nation. Spend the evening at the romantic Niagara Falls. Overnight – Niagara Falls.

Hotel:
Best Western Cairn Croft

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Day 4: Niagara Falls, Canada – Amish Country, Pennsylvania

This morning you will have time to explore the Falls. Perhaps take a ride aboard Hornblower Cruises along the base of the falls followed by lunch overlooking the falls (Optional) or stroll along Table Rock to view the thundering waters of the Horseshoe Falls. Depart Niagara and travel into Pennsylvania Dutch country, also known as Amish Country, for your overnight stay. Overnight – Williamsport.

Hotel:
SureStay Collection by Best Western Genetti Hotel

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Day 5: Amish Country – Gettysburg – Washington D.C.

This morning travel through the Appalachian Mountains 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. From here, you will journey to the nation’s capital, Washington, D.C., where you may enjoy a memorable evening tour and dinner (Optional).

Hotel:
Hotel Alexandria Mark Centre

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Day 6: Washington D.C.

Enjoy a tour of the National’s Capitol with such highlights as: the Washington Monument, the 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 that make up the Smithsonian Institute or simply stroll the banks of the Potomac River.

Hotel:
Hotel Alexandria Mark Centre

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Day 7: Washington D.C. – Philadelphia

This morning, you continue your journey to Philadelphia, the “City of Brotherly Love” and the birthplace of America, where the Declaration of Independence was adopted on the 4^th of July 1776. Here you will see Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell on a comprehensive city tour.

Hotel:
Philadelphia 201 Hotel

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Day 8: Philadelphia – New York

This morning you return to New York City where you will be dropped off at the airport for your flight back to the U.K, that is of course unless you would like to extend your stay where numerous possibilities are open to you. You might like to spend more time in New York City, link up with another tour, perhaps to New England or if you fancy some warmth we could fly you to the Sunshine State, Florida for some relaxation time.