4-Day Tour-New York, Washington DC and Niagara Falls
Overview
Experience a one-of-a-kind 4-day tour exploring iconic East Coast destinations. Begin your adventure in New York, journey through Philadelphia and Washington D.C., and marvel at Niagara Falls, concluding with an extensive tour in New York City.
Day 1: New York - Philadelphia - Washington D.C.
Explore historical landmarks in Philadelphia, including Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell.
Visit Washington D.C. to see the National Mall, Lincoln Memorial, and the White House.
Day 2: Corning Museum of Glass - Watkins Glen State Park - Niagara Falls
Visit the Corning Museum of Glass for stunning glass artworks.
Walk through Watkins Glen State Park's beautiful gorges and waterfalls.
Arrive at Niagara Falls to enjoy breathtaking views.
Day 3: Niagara Falls - New York
Continue exploring Niagara Falls, including Niagara Whirlpool State Park. Return to New York in the evening.
Day 4: New York City
Conclude with a comprehensive day tour in New York City.
Description
Day 1: New York-Philadelphia-Washington DC.
Stop At: Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania United States
Today, we will drive to Philadelphia, the City of Friendship, visit the Independence Historical Park and witness the history of American independence. Then go to Washington, the political center of the United States, the capital, where the White House, U.S. Capitol are located. It also has many museums and is a famous tourist destination.
Itinerary:
Independence National Historical Park (30 mins) → U.S. Capitol (outside visit, 30 mins) → National Mall (30mins) → White House (outside visit, 30 mins) → Lincoln Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial (45 mins)
Stop At: Independence National Historical Park, 143 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106 United States
This National Historical Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania serves as a way of preserving important Revolutionary War sites for future generations. Known as "America's most historic square mile," this 55-acre park in the "Old City" district definitely a site to see.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: U.S. Capitol, East Capitol St NE & First St SE, Washington DC, District of Columbia 20004 United States
The United States Capitol is among the most symbolically important and architecturally impressive buildings in the nation. The United States Capitol Building also holds the seat of the legislative branch in the U.S. federal government!
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: National Mall, Constitution Ave NW, Washington DC, District of Columbia 20565 United States
The National Mall is America’s most visited national park, where the past, present and future come together. The monuments and memorials in this park honor American forefathers and heroes who paid the ultimate sacrifice in service to this country. Explore the swath of land nicknamed “America’s front yard.”
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: White House, White House Caribbean
The world-famous White House in Washington, DC is the official residence of the president of the United States and the place where most of the work is done. The facade of this neoclassical mansion is a global icon.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Lincoln Memorial, 2 Lincoln Memorial Cir NW, Washington DC, District of Columbia 20002 United States
Abraham Lincoln was assassinated on April 14, 1865, just as the Civil War was ending. By March of 1867, Congress incorporated the Lincoln Monument Association to build a memorial to the honor the 16th president. Learn all about the main features of the Lincoln Memorial, visit the statue, murals, and inscriptions and more.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Korean War Veterans Memorial, 10 Daniel French Dr SW, Washington DC, District of Columbia 20002 United States
The Korean War Veterans Memorial is located near the Lincoln Memorial on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. It was dedicated on July 27, 1995. The Memorial was designed and financed by private contributions and erected under the auspices of the Korean War Veterans Memorial Advisory Board composed of Korean War veterans appointed by President Reagan. The memorial commemorates the sacrifices of the 5.8 million Americans who served in the U.S. armed services during the three-year period of the Korean War. The War was one of the most hard fought in our history. During its relatively short duration from June 25, 1950 to July 27, 1953, 36,574 Americans died in hostile actions in the Korean War theater. Of these, 8,200 are listed as missing in action or lost or buried at sea.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Vietnam Veterans Memorial, 5 Henry Bacon Dr NW, Washington DC, District of Columbia 20002 United States
Located north of the Lincoln Memorial near the intersection of 22nd St. The memorial includes the names of over 58,000 servicemen and women who gave their lives in service in the Vietnam Conflict. The memorial also includes "The Three Servicemen" statue and the Vietnam Women's Memorial. Since its dedication in 1982, visitors have brought offerings to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial to honor and remember those who served in the Vietnam War.
Duration: 15 minutes
Accommodation included:
One night hotel accomodation
Day 2: Corning Museum-Watkins Glen State Park-Niagara Falls
Stop At: Corning, Corning, New York United States
Today we will be heading to the Corning Glass Museum! The museum is located in western New York and is dedicated to history, art, and the science behind glassmaking. Following, we will be visiting Niagara Falls and overlooking the American Fall, the Horseshoe Fall, and the Bridal Veil Fall! Here, you will be simply amazed by the beauty of the falls and what makes Niagara Falls worth the visit.
Itinerary:
Corning Museum of Glass (optional, 90 mins) → Watkins Glen State Park (optional, 60 mins, it will not be visited based on attraction closure) → Hotel → Niagara Falls Night Tour (optional, 90mins)
Please notice the entrance ticket of the attractions below are not included:
1,The Corning Museum of Glass: Adult：(With additional charge, price was under the What's excluded field).
2,Watkins Glen State Park: Adult：(With additional charge, price was under the What's excluded field).
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Corning Museum of Glass, 1 Museum Way, Corning, New York 14830 United States
Corning Museum of Glass is a beautiful glass artwork museum! It showcases over 3,500 years’ worth of glass for you to explore from Asia, Europe, America and more! Corning Museum of Glass even contains an Innovation Center and a 35 Centuries of Glass gallery! The Innovation Center in the Corning Museum of Glass houses interactive studies of science and research! Explore the museum with us today, as we take you through its educational and engaging exhibits! It is simply the most perfect museum for anyone of any age to visit!
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Watkins Glen, Watkins Glen, New York United States
Explore the beauty of the Watkins Glen State Park! The park has carved a dramatic gorge into the Watkins Glen hillside, resulting in a large, cavern-like network of rock formations. Within two miles, the glen's stream descends 400 feet past 200-foot cliffs. It even has 19 waterfalls along its course for you to explore.
Duration: 1 hour
Accommodation included:
One night hotel accomodation
Day 3: Niagara Falls-New York
Stop At: Niagara Falls, Niagara Falls, New York United States
Today we will be exploring the true beauty and nature of Niagara Falls! We will start by visiting the Niagara Whirlpool State Park and the Old Fort Niagara. Finally, we will take a ride on the famous Maid of the Mist and the Whirlpool jet boat tours.
Please notice the entrance ticket of the attractions below are not included:
1, Niagara Falls Night Tour: Adult：(With additional charge, price was under the What's excluded field).
2,Niagara In-Depth Tour: Adult：(With additional charge, price was under the What's excluded field).
3,Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours: Adult：$68.85
4,Maid of the Mist Boat Tour: Adult：(With additional charge, price was under the What's excluded field).
5,Cave of the Winds: Adult：(With additional charge, price was under the What's excluded field).
6,Buffet/Group Meal in East Coast: Adult：(With additional charge, price was under the What's excluded field).
Stop At: Niagara Falls, Niagara Falls, New York United States
The Niagara Whirlpool’s greatest depth is 125 feet. It is estimated that the whirlpool formed approximately 7,500 years ago by an upstream erosion of the Niagara escarpment by the Niagara River.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Old Fort Niagara State Historic Site, Fort Niagra State Park, Youngstown, New York 14714 United States
Old Fort Niagara is a rich historical landmark. It spans more than 300 years and its commanding presence on the great lake caused it to play a critical role in major wars of: The French and Indian War, the American Revolution, and the War of 1812. The gorgeous Lake Ontario lies behind the Fort too.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: New York City, New York City, New York United States
PLease notice that:
On the third day of the tour, upon returning to New York, you will be dropped off in the downtown area of Manhattan. Therefore, it is understandable if you have made your own arrangements for accommodation on the third night. Alternatively, you can choose to book your hotel accommodation with us.
Please note that transportation for hotel pick-up and drop-off is not included.
As for the fourth day's tour, you are required to make your own way to the designated meeting point in the downtown area of Manhattan.
Day 4: New York
Stop At: New York City, New York City, New York United States
New York City has so much to offer that many tourists, and even the locals, never venture outside of Manhattan. This town is the ultimate home for food lovers and information seekers with a rich and diverse history waiting to be explored. Ranging from worldwide well-known Statue of Liberty to Wall Streets, one of the worlds great financial centers, New York City seems to have all the needs covered!
Itinerary:
Grand Central (inside, 20 mins) → New York Public Library (inside) +Bryant Park +Blue Bottle Coffee (Optional) +Lady M Cake (Optional) (40 mins) → Central Park (20 mins) → Roosevelt Island (Optional, include one-way cable car ticket, 40 mins) → DUMBO (70 mins) → Little Island +Starbucks +Chelsea Market +The High Line +Lunch (Optional) (80 mins) → Vessel (outside visit, 10 mins)
Please notice the entrance ticket of the attractions below are not included:
1, Roosevelt Island In-depth Tour: Adult：(With additional charge, price was under the What's excluded field).
Stop At: Grand Central Terminal, 89 E 42nd Street, New York City, New York 10017 United States
The distinctive architecture and interior design of Grand Central Terminal's station house have earned it several landmark designations, including as a National Historic Landmark. Its Beaux-Arts design incorporates numerous works of art. Grand Central Terminal is one of the world's ten most visited tourist attractions, with 21.9 million visitors in 2013, excluding train and subway passengers.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: New York Public Library, 476 5th Ave New York, NY 10018, New York City, New York 10018 United States
It is the representing building in the New York Public Library system and a landmark in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. The branch, one of four research libraries in the library system, contains nine separate divisions. The structure contains four stories open to the public. The main entrance steps are at Fifth Avenue at its intersection with East 41st Street. As of 2015, the branch contains an estimated 2.5 million volumes in its stacks.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Bryant Park, between 40th and 42nd Streets & Fifth and Sixth Ave, New York City, New York 10017 United States
Bryant Park is a beloved, year-round New York City destination. Known as Manhattan's Town Square, the park is famous for its lush seasonal gardens, free activities, world class restrooms, and al fresco dining. Located adjacent to the New York Public Library and surrounded by iconic skyscrapers, Bryant Park is visited by more than 12 million people each year and is one of the busiest public spaces in the world.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Central Park, New York City, New York United States
Central Park has so much to offer, and its options are endless! You can take a tour with a bike rental, enjoy a yoga or fitness session, walk the paved roads, take a few pictures with the city buildings in the background and if you are lucky enough, you can even sight cherry blossom trees at certain times during the year!
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Dumbo, Brooklyn, New York 11201 United States
Trendy Dumbo's cobblestone streets and converted Brooklyn warehouse buildings are the backdrop for independent boutiques, high-end restaurants and trendy cafes.
Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes
Stop At: Little Island, West 13th Street, Pier55 in Hudson River Park, New York City, New York 10014 United States
Little Island, a new, free public park pier within the larger Hudson River Park, opened to the public on May 21, 2021, providing New Yorkers and visitors from around the world with a unique green space unlike any other in New York City. Planned in partnership with the Hudson River Park Trust, Little Island was funded primarily through Barry Diller and the Diller-Von Furstenberg Family Foundation through an extraordinary philanthropic gift to the Hudson River Park.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Chelsea Market, 75 9th Ave, New York City, New York 10011 United States
Chelsea Market has become in just fifteen years one of the greatest indoor food halls of the world, with more than thirty-five vendors purveying everything from soup to nuts, wine to coffee, cheese to cheesecake. Attracting 6 million national and international visitors annually.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: The High Line, Gansevoort St, To W. 30 St. Between Washington St. and 11 Ave, New York City, New York 10011 United States
The High Line is a 1.45-mile-long elevated linear park, greenway and rail trail created on a former New York Central Railroad spur on the west side of Manhattan.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Hudson Yards, New York City, New York United States
The huge structure at the Hudson Yards landscape gallery, the center of the square and the visual focus is called Vessel (container), which looks like a strange cup-shaped vessel and looks like a huge honeycomb. Some people regard it as a building, calling it "the Eiffel Tower in New York", and some people think it is an art installation called the "real version of the Monument Valley." Appreciate the architecture from different angles to discover the unique beauty, which is a great place for your friends to punch cards.
Duration: 20 minutes
Schedule
- Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
- Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
- Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
- Duration: 4 days (Approx.)
- Departure Time: 07:00 AM
- Return Details: Returns to original departure point
What's Included
- Professional tour guide service
- Two nights accommodation
- Transporation
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup not offered
- Meals and drinks
- Entry ticket of the mentioned attractions in the itinerary
- Any personal expenses at hotel rooms
- Entry ticket to the Corning Museum of Glass: Adult：$20.00
- Entry ticket to the Watkins Glen State Park: Adult：$15.00
- Niagara In-Depth Tour: Adult：$29.00
- Maid of the Mist Boat Tour: Adult：$25.25
- Cave of the Winds: Adult：$19
- Buffet/Group Meal in East Coast: Adult：$22
- Roosevelt Island In-depth Tour: Adult：$35.00
- Niagara Falls Night Tour: Adult：$35.00
What To Bring
- Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
- Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
- A Smile!
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- PLease notice that: On the third day of the tour, upon returning to New York, you will be dropped off in the downtown area of Manhattan. Therefore, it is understandable if you have made your own arrangements for accommodation on the third night. Alternatively, you can choose to book your hotel accommodation with us. Please note that transportation for hotel pick-up and drop-off is not included. As for the fourth day's tour, you are required to make your own way to the designated meeting point in the downtown area of Manhattan.
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