A 4-day excursion that explores some of the best destinations on the East Coast of North America. Visit Beautiful Niagara Falls from the American and Canadian sides, travel to see the birthplace of a nation in the city of brotherly love - Philadelphia, experience the life of the Amish - a people who live without technology, and learn the history of a nation in its Capital by exploring Washington DC.
Day 1:
NEW YORK – FINGER LAKES – NIAGARA FALLS
Departing from the Big Apple heading north, you'll pass the beautiful Delaware Water Gap to Watkins Glen State Park in the heart of the Finger Lakes region before walking through Watkins Glen Canyon to visit the beautiful waterfalls. You'll then continue to Niagara Falls passing Seneca Lake, arriving in the late afternoon (the winter itinerary will go to Montour Falls instead of Watkins Glen State Park). Tour the US side of Niagara including the American Falls, Goat Island and Luna Island. At night enjoy Niagara Falls where you can appreciate the colorful lighting of the waters. You'll sleep overnight at the Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham/Comfort Inn the Pointe.
Day 2:
NIAGARA FALLS – NEW JERSEY
Leaving the hotel, hear the thundering water of Niagara Falls. See the magnificent Horse Shoe Falls up close and experience the power aboard the Maid of the Mist (May-October). During winter up until April when the Maid of the Mist is closed, you'll tour the Power Vista Hydroelectric Station, along with a visit to the Cave of the Winds.
At noon, you'll depart south to New York State. On the way to New York, enjoy a shopping excursion at one of the large outlet malls along the way, and find your own bargain with brand-name stores for less. You'll sleep at La Quinta Inn & Suites in Clifton, New Jersey.
Day 3:
NEW JERSEY – PHILADELPHIA – WASHINGTON DC
Depart from New Jersey to Pennsylvania and to the city of brotherly love Philadelphia. Arriving in the historic area of Philadelphia you'll visit the famous Liberty Bell, one of the symbols of freedom in America, Constitution Square and Congress Hall. Stroll through Elfreth’s alley, the oldest continuously inhabited street in America. Continue on your panoramic tour of Philadelphia that includes the financial district, Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Historic Philadelphia and more. Departing Philadelphia you'll see the famous “Rocky Steps”, then continue north to Lancaster County home of the Amish people. Ride on an authentic Amish Buggy through the Amish farm country and learn how they live without the benefit of modern technology, electricity, running water, telephone service, or appliances. After the ride, you'll visit the Amish marketplace where you'll be able to shop for handmade arts crafts and products. Afterwards, you'll depart then for DC where you'll relax and sleep at the Fairfield Inn & Suites Alexandria.
Day 4:
WASHINGTON DC – NEW YORK
Start the day with a visit to Thomas Jefferson Memorial, by the Tidal Basin, surrounded by famous Japanese cherry blossom trees. Visit the Arlington National Cemetery, the changing of the guard and the Kennedy family gravesite. The next stop is Capitol Hill, 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, Korean and Vietnam Memorials. In the late afternoon, you'll depart north for an evening arrival in New York.
Breakfast on days 2/3/4
Meals - lunch and dinner
