Classic East Coast
USA East Coast
Overview
New York’s skyline and landmarks, Washington D.C.’s monuments, and the thundering power of Niagara Falls — a classic first-time introduction to the USA’s East Coast.
Trip Highlights
- Statue of Liberty ferry ride and One World Observatory
- New York City Hop On Hop Off tour
- Washington D.C. monuments — White House, Capitol, Lincoln Memorial
- Maid of the Mist boat ride at Niagara Falls
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive at New York
Welcome to the "Big Apple." Upon arrival at the airport, you will be transferred to the hotel.
Day 2
New York City Tour
A Hop On Hop Off city tour taking in the Statue of Liberty via a ferry ride to Liberty Island, plus a visit to the One World Observatory deck. Later, drive past Rockefeller Center, Wall Street, Ground Zero, Central Park, Times Square, the United Nations and Trump Tower.
Day 3
New York – Washington
After breakfast, transfer to the airport and arrive into Washington D.C. After checking in at the hotel, spend time at leisure.
Day 4
Washington City Tour
Explore the capital on your own via Hop On Hop Off, visiting the White House, Lincoln Memorial, Supreme Court, the Capitol Building, Union Station, the World War II Memorial, the Pentagon and the Washington Monument.
Day 5
Washington – Buffalo – USA Side Niagara Falls
Fly to Buffalo on your own and transfer to Niagara. Check in to your hotel and board the "Maid of the Mist" boat close to the thundering falls, around the American and Horseshoe Falls (seasonal). The falls can also be visited at night, lit up beautifully.
Day 6
Departure from Niagara
Trip concludes — fly back home or to your next destination.
Hotels Included
- New YorkModerate: Hampton Inn NY-JFK · Deluxe: District Hotel New York City, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
- Washington D.C.Moderate: Sheraton Pentagon City · Deluxe: Courtyard Washington DC/U.S. Capitol
- Niagara FallsModerate: Hampton Inn Niagara Falls · Deluxe: Sheraton Niagara Falls
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- Hotel accommodations
- Breakfast
- Airport-Hotel-Airport transfers (private; surcharges apply for certain airports)
- City tours: New York HOHO, Washington D.C. HOHO
- Entrance tickets: Statue of Liberty ferry ride (no landing), One World Observatory, Maid of the Mist
Not Included
- International/domestic airfare
- Visa, flight tickets and baggage charges
- Porterage and tips to drivers/guides
- Personal expenses
- Resort fees (paid directly at check-in)
- Intercity transfers
- Any tours/transfers not listed
Optional Add-Ons
- Dinner without transfers (vegetarian) — $35pp/meal
- NYC–DC surface transfer (SIC bus) — $95pp
- Cave of the Winds — $25pp
- Beast Ride NYC (seasonal) — $65pp
Important Notes
- Check-in 4pm, check-out 11am at most hotels.
- A valid credit card and government photo ID are required.
- Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
- All rates based on minimum 2 pax travelling together.
- Package validity: until March 31, 2027.
- Payment terms: 25% deposit at booking, 50% due 60 days prior, balance due 45 days prior.
- Cancellation: 25% fee at 60+ days; 50% at 59–45 days; 100% within 44 days or no-show.
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