Embark on a 5-day Northeast USA tour from NYC to Philadelphia, D.C., Niagara Falls, and more. Book now and plant a tree with One Tree Planted.
NEW YORK – FINGER LAKES – NIAGARA FALLS
Watkins Glen State Park - FOR DEPARTURE ON WEDNESDAY THE ITINERARY IS REVERSE : PHILADELPHIA & AMISH COUNTRY - WASHINGTON DC - NIAGARA FALLS - TORONTO – 1000 ISLANDS
Leave the Big Apple and head north, passing the Delaware Water Gap on route 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 and arriving in the late afternoon.
Niagara Falls State Park - Tour the US side of Niagara including the American Falls, Goat Island and Luna Island. Experience the power of Niagara on-board the Maid of the Mist.
She-Qua-Ga Falls - Mostly in APRIL and OCTOBER depending on weather conditions: We go to Montour Falls instead of Watkins Glen State Park and to Journey behind the falls instead of Maid of the Mist
Niagara Falls State Park - Visit Niagara Falls at night to admire the colorful illuminations.
Overnight: Niagara Falls – Ramada by Wyndham
NIAGARA FALLS – TORONTO – 1000 ISLANDS
Niagara Falls - Our day starts with the magnificent Horseshoe Falls’ view
Niagara-on-the-Lake - Next we visit the picturesque village of Niagara on the Lake.
Toronto - Next, we continue to Toronto, the financial capital of Canada. We visit the HTO Park, Brookfield Place - home of the Hockey Hall of Fame - City Hall and The Distillery Historic District. Towards evening depart Toronto east along the world-famous Lake Ontario for an evening arrival to the 1000 Islands area (in April, based on weather’s conditions we may return to Niagara Falls for overnight).
1000 ISLANDS – NEW YORK
Pocono Premium Outlets - On the way to New York, enjoy a shopping excursion at one of the large outlet malls along the way. Find your own bargain with brand name stores for less. Evening return to New York.
NEW JERSEY – PHILADELPHIA – WASHINGTON DC
Liberty Bell Center - Leave New Jersey for Pennsylvania and to the city of Philadelphia. Arriving in the historic area of Philadelphia, visit the famous Liberty Bell, one of the symbols of freedom in America, Constitution square and Congress Hall. Stroll Elfreth’s alley the oldest continuously inhabited street in America.
Rocky Statue - Enjoy a panoramic tour of Philadelphia that includes the financial district, Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Historic Philadelphia and more. Departing Philadelphia, see the famous “Rocky Steps”, then continue east to Lancaster county, home of the Amish people.
Amish Country - Take a ride on an authentic Amish Buggy through the Amish farm country and learn how they live without the benefit of modern technology, no electricity, running water, telephone service, or appliances. After the ride, visit the marketplace where we can shop for handmade arts crafts and products. In the late afternoon, depart east for an evening arrival in Washington DC.
WASHINGTON DC – NEW YORK
Jefferson Memorial - Start the day with a visit to the Thomas Jefferson Memorial, by the Tidal Basin, surrounded with famous Japanese cherry blossom trees.
Arlington National Cemetery - Visit the Arlington National Cemetery, the Changing of the Guard and the Kennedy family gravesite.
Due to security a passport or U.S. ID will be required to enter Arlington Cemetery
National Air and Space Museum - The most popular of the Smithsonian museums features the Wright Brothers’ 1903 Flyer and Lindbergh’s Spirit of St. Louis.
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History - We visit the Smithsonian Museum of of Natural History and visit the extremely popular “Deep Time” exhibit full of real dinosaur fossils including the T-REX and Triceratops.
THIS MUSEUM IS A TEMPORARY ATTRACTION WHILE THE AIR AND SPACE MUSEUM IS CLOSED.
Capitol Hill - Next stop is Capitol Hill, home to the Capitol building, Senate, Houses of Representatives, and Supreme Court.
White House - 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, set out on the return journey and arrive back in New York in the evening.
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- Sightseeing in Niagara Falls
- Amish Buggy Ride
- Transportation by 15-passenger van or full-sized bus
- 4-night hotel stay including tax and Continental Breakfast
- 1000 Islands cruise (May to October)
- Professional tour guide
- Wifi on bus only
- Gratuities
Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey traversing the Northeast part of the U.S., visiting Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Niagara Falls, Toronto, and the 1000 Islands. Your guided exploration starts in New York City and includes Hotel stay.
In our efforts to foster a greener earth for all, we’ve teamed up with One Tree Planted to plant a tree for every traveler on board with us and an additional tree for those booking more than one trip.
- This itinerary reflects amended offerings due to the closed Canadian border crossing due to Covid-19. Upon border reopening the tour will resume touring the Canadian side.
- Wheelchair accessible; please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required
- Maximum of three people per room. If traveling with a party of 4 or more, or desire to have separate rooms please make separate bookings
- Children under the age of 2 are free, please advise at time of booking if infant is traveling
- Montour Falls will replace Watkins Glenn Park during winter months when it is inaccessible
- For tours with fewer guests, vans may be substituted
- Tours can be bilingual/multilingual as they are offered in many different languages
- Luggage is limited to one piece and a small carry on per person
- Hotel Accommodations: Wyndham Super 8 Hotel, La Quinta Inn & Suites, and Wyndham Garden. Please note specific hotels mentioned not guaranteed
- Due to security a passport or U.S. ID will be required to enter Arlington Cemetery
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.