8 Days East Coast Tour(2010)

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Available: Wed, Sat
Depart from: JFK; LGA; EWR Airport

Day 1 Home - New York City (Night Tour) ( Free Airport Pick Up)

The tour arrives in New York City, the most populous city in the United States and the largest city since 1790. Our tour guide will meet you directly at the airport (JFK / LGA / EWR) to transfer you aboard our scheduled group shuttles to the hotel (check-in after 3PM)

You will have the opportunity to explore the wonder of New York City at nighttime with our night tour (optional). This exciting tour will take you through many notable areas. Starting at South Street Seaport, take in romantic views of the City's bridges and skylines flanked by traditional sailing ships and historical buildings. The tour then proceeds to Midtown Manhattan, the City's central business district. We will visit Rockefeller Center, a complex that houses the magnificent Ice Skating Rink (in winter), the Gilded Statute of Prometheus, and the GE Building, headquarters of NBC Studios. We will also see Fifth Avenue, a strip of luxury shops and businesses that is consistently ranked as the "most expensive street in the world". Finally, we will visit Times Square, an iconic world landmark. At night, the brilliantly lit theaters of Broadway and the huge number of animated neon and LED signs shines brighter than even the stars in the sky.

Remarks:
1. Pick-up service from JFK, LGA and EWR airports. For the best service, please choose EWR (Newark Liberty International Airport).
2. NYC night tour available only for arrivals before 5 PM for an additional $25 fee (optional).

Hotel: Renaissance or similar

Day 2 Home - New York City (Full Day)

We start off our tour in New York City by heading to Ground Zero, site of the tragic events of September 11th, to pay our respects and to witness the massive rebuilding efforts. From there we head to Wall Street at the heart of the financial district, home to America's wealth and business interests. The tour proceeds to Chinatown, the largest Asian community in the United States. We will take in a Waterway cruise of the New York City harbor, where you can view the city's magnificent skyline and sights, including the busy South Street Seaport, the Statute of Liberty, and the Brooklyn Bridge from the Hudson and East River. An entertaining and informative tour guide will provide interesting facts about all of the sights that make this city special. We will visit Rockefeller Center, NBC Studios, and the surrounding shopping district along Fifth Avenue, where cutting edge fashion and luxury brands reside. No tour of New York City would be complete without a tour atop the Empire State Building, where on the 86th floor, 1,050 feet above the city's bustling streets, the Observatory offers panoramic views from within a glass enclosed pavilion. We will also see the newly transformed USS Intrepid Sea-Air-Space Museum. The tour continues to the bright lights of Time Square and the Broadway Theatre District, where there is an opportunity to see celebrities up close and personal at Madame Tussaud's. We will visit the United Nations, a gathering place for 192 countries to meet and discuss important issues of the world such as peace and human rights. We will also spend time in the Metropolitan Museum of Arts, which contains more than two million works of art.

Hotel: Crowne Plaza or similar

Day 3 New York - Philadelphia - Washington D.C.

Depart from NYC in the morning to walk along the historical cobblestone streets along Independence Mall State Park. See the Liberty Bell in its newly renovated home at the Liberty Bell Center and stroll through the centuries old Independence Hall and Congress Hall, birthplace of both the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution.

From Philadelphia, we continue to explore America's proud past by sightseeing at America's seat of governing power -the Capitol Hill and the White House. These two magnificent buildings are home to the Senate and the House of Representatives as well as the President of the United States.

The tour then proceeds to the National Air and Space Museum, featuring the original 1903 Flyer plane designed by the Wright brothers, the Spirit of St. Louis flown by Lindbergh, and actual spacecraft such as the Apollo 11 command module.

We then head to the Lincoln, and Jefferson Memorials, where we can honor these notable past presidents. All of these memorials are lined with stunning decorations and the stirring words of these great American heroes. We will then pay tribute to our modern heroes in the armed forces by touring the Vietnam and Korean War Veterans Memorial. The Vietnam Memorial, designed by Maya Lin, is a simple yet touching site containing a monument inscribed with the names of lost and fallen soldiers. The Korean War Veterans Memorial is equally inspiring, capturing the tension and uncertainty of war on faces of the fighting forces.

Hotel: Hilton or similar

Day 4 D.C. - Hershey's Chocolate World - Corning Glass Center - Niagara Falls

From Washington D.C., for Hershey, PA-the sweetest place on Earth! Visitors will have the opportunity to learn how chocolate is made, see the Hershey's characters in person, and even try the delicious food and desserts. We then head to the Corning Glass Center, featuring over 30,000 objects from every era of glass-making, including real glass-making on-site. Visitors can see the fragile art of glass-making. You will witness firsthand craftsman and artisans handily working superheated glass into delicate decorative pieces. Afterwards, we depart for American portion of Niagara Falls, to see the majestic views of nature up close. It is important to note that Niagara Falls, consisting of the Horseshoe Falls, the American Falls, and the Bridal Veil Falls, features spectacular views in the nighttime, and cameras are a must!

Hotel: Adam"s Mark or similar

Day 5 Niagara Falls - Boston

We continue our sightseeing in Niagara Falls to see the majestic views of nature up close. Hop on a boat-ride on the Maid of the Mist (seasonal) where you can "soak"in the excitement and see the power of the Falls up close. We will also be heading to the IMAX Theatre Niagara Falls (optional) where you can experience Niagara Falls' incredible stories, and see the most complete collection of barrels that have fallen down the mighty Falls.

The tour then proceeds to in Boston in the evening, where we will have the opportunity to visit downtown Boston and Quincy Market. Situated between Boston's financial district, the waterfront, North End, Government Center and Haymarket, the vibrant Quincy Market is one of America's oldest gathering place. There will also be an opportunity to partake in Boston's most famous export-the lobster-during dinner.

Hotel: Double tree/Sheraton or similar

Day 6 Boston - NYC - Chinatown, Little Italy, SoHo

In the morning the bus tour will continue the city tour of Boston with a stop at Harvard University; the oldest university in the United States. You will also visit Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT); a world-class institution that educates students in science and technology. The tour will also take you to the Massachusetts State House which is the magnificent setting for their state government for over two centuries has become an outstanding museum reflecting the history of Massachusetts since colonial times. You will also enjoy the shops and foods at the Faneuil Hall Marketplace, also known as Quincy Market which is set around a cobblestone promenade where jugglers, magicians and musicians entertain the passers-by. Afterwards, the bus tour will head back towards New York City where you will explore lower Manhattan. You will visit Chinatown which is a 150-year-old neighborhood and one of the largest Chinatowns in North America. The tour also takes you to the blocks South of Houston, also known as SoHo and is home to NYC's largest concentration of cast-iron-fronted buildings. SoHo is famous for the galleries and shops lining its narrow streets. You will also visit Little Italy where you will walk along the narrow, cobblestoned streets and get tempted by the sights, sounds, and smells of Italian cuisine and culture emanating from the restaurants and cafes surrounding you at every step.

Hotel: Renaissance or similar

Day 7 West Point Military Academy - Woodbury Common Premium Outlets

"Much of the history we teach was made by people we taught." The oldest military academy in the United States. West Point trains more U.S. Army officers than any other single institution. A high proportion of distinguished American generals have been West Point graduates, including two American Presidents (Grant and Eisenhower) and many famous generals (Robert E. Lee, John J. Pershing, Omar Bradley and Douglas MacArthur). East of this great academy is one of the world's top shopping destinations. Woodbury Common is a shopaholic's dream -- designer clothing at bargain prices! The mall now has 220 stores occupying more than 800,000 square feet and is one of the largest contiguous outlet centers in the world. You'll find tremendous great deals here and not just on clothing, there are stores for home furnishing, jewelry, luggage, leather, gifts and specialty items as well. During our 3-hour stay, certainly you can find impressive savings at Burberry, Coach, Dolce & Gabbana, Fendi, Gap Outlet, Giorgio Armani, Gucci, J.Crew, Lacoste, Neiman Marcus Last Call, Polo Ralph Lauren, Prada, Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th and more.

Hotel: Renaissance or similar

Day 8 NJ – Upper Manhattan – Hometown

Today you will take a grand tour of upper Manhattan. You will journey through historic Harlem which was first settled by the Dutch and is now home to world renowned places like the Columbia University which is an Ivy League school and the oldest in New York, St. John the Divine which is the largest cathedral in the world, and the Apollo Theatre where legends were born like Ella Fitzgerald, James Brown, and Michael Jackson. You will also explore Central Park, which is 843 acres of lush urban park located in the heart of New York City. You will also travel along Museum Mile, which is located on Fifth Avenue in New York City and is full of museums and other fine art institutions.

After the tour finishes, this tour concludes in New York where guests can schedule their flights to depart from NYC Airport (EWR, LGA or JFK Ariprot) after 7:00 PM. (Please schedule flights to depart from NYC airport (EWR, LGA or JFK Ariprot) after 7:00pm)

Maid of the Mist: Available from April to Oct 24 (Opening date depends on ice condition in the River)

*Please note that the timing and sequence of events in this itinerary is subject to change so that we can best tailor the tour to meet your expectations.*

If you need extra night hotel accommodations, you can book the hotel near JFK, LGA or EWR with free airport shuttle service.

Departure and Return Details
Departure:
Courtesy airport (JFK, LGA, EWR) pick up between 9am and 10pm
3:00 pm 87 Bowery, New York, NY 10013 (Chinatown)

Return (approximate):
(JFK, LGA, EWR) Book Flight after 7:00PM (EWR is recommended)
5:00pm 135-20 39th Ave, Flushing, NY 11358-2207 (In front of Sheraton Hotel)
6:00pm 87 Bowery, New York, NY 10013 (Chinatown)

Inclusions:
Airport pickup between 9:00am and 10:00pm from JFK / LGA / EWR.
(Additional charge for transfers if arriving beyond the above period - $90/way)
7 nights hotel accommodation
All domestic ground transportation via air-conditioned vehicle
Tour guide (Level 2: semi-guided tour)
All taxes and fees included

Exclusions:
Air fares between your city and New York
Laundry, valet, telephone calls, wines and liquors other than those specified.
All admission fees, meals or other expenses of personal nature are not included unless published for a particular tour.
Service Fees for tour guide/bus driver (min. $6 /day per person).

Additional Note

Optional Admission Fees:
New York City Night Tour Adult$25; Child(undr 11yrs)25; Senior(62+)$25
Empire State Building / Top Of Rock Adult$20; Child(under 11yrs)$14; Sernior(62+)$18
Metropolitan Museum Adult$20; Child(under 12yrs)Free; Senior(62+)$15
Statue of Liberty Cruise Adult$26; Child(under 11yrs)$14; Senior(62+)$21
U.S.S Intrepid Adult$24; Child(under 11yrs)$19; Senior(62+)$20
Corning Glass Center Adult$14; Child(under 19yrs)Free; Senior(62+)$14
IMAX Movie Adult$11; Child(under 11yrs)$6.50; Senior(62+)$11
Maid of the Mist Adult$13.50; Child(under 11yrs)$7.85; Senior(62+) $13.50
Washington D.C Cruise Adult$22; Child(under 11yrs)$15; Senior(62+) $20
Breaker Mansion Adult$18; Child(under 11yrs)$4.5; Senior(62+)$18
West Point Academy Adult$12; Child(under 11yrs)$9; Senior(62+)$12
Dinner Adult$14; Child(under 11yrs)$10; Senior(62+)$14

Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
Admission fees may be paid to your tour escort upon arrival by cash.

Special Note:
Booking: Please book airline tickets after your tour booking is confirmed, tour booking will be confirmed within 1 business day.
Flight arrangement: There are still travel activities on the last day of the tour, please schedule flights to depart from Boston after 1:30pm or New York after 7pm.
Lodging: Single price is for one person staying in one room. Double, Triple and Quadruple prices are for two people, three people and four people staying in one room respectively. Triple and Quad rooms are based on the existing bedding in a room which is 2 double beds.
Child Rate: Child rates apply to those 2-9 years and using existing bedding with 2 full-paying passengers (regardless of ages). Please note each hotel room can only accommodate 4 guests (adults or children).
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.