The Grand East

The Grand East

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The Grand East

20 Days Starting in New York, NY, USA and ending in Miami, FL, USA

Visiting: New York, Boston, Québec City, New England College, Montreal, Toronto, Ottawa, Niagara Falls, Amish Country Motel, Gettysburg, Washington, Williamsburg, Roanoke, Blue Ridge Mountains, Great Smoky Mountains, Gatlinburg, Nashville, Memphis, New Orleans, Jackson, Pensacola, Orlando, Kennedy Space Center, Miami

Tour operator:

Omega Tours

Tour code:

1349

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 5

Physical rating:

All Ages / Not applicable

Age range:

13-99

Tour operated in:

English

Interests:

Cultural

From: $4751

NB: Prices correct on 05-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Visit cosmopolitan cities and state-of-the-art places like the Kennedy Space Center which exhibits modern space-age technology. Gaze upon the many monuments and museums the American capital is famous for in Washington D.C. Stay in historic Quebec City and cosmopolitan Montreal and stop in Canada’s elegant capital Ottawa including Toronto, the largest city in Canada. Visit the musical cities of Nashville and Memphis before a stop in the jazz city of New Orleans. Travel to the Gulf Coast to Florida, stopping in Orlando, and ending in sunny Miami

Highlights

  • Travel through Vermont and New Hampshire, visiting a quintessential New England town

  • Tour UNESCO world heritage sites of Old and New Québec City

  • See the seats of power in the American Government with a grand city tour of Washington, D.C.

  • Drive along picturesque byways crossing the Great Smoky Mountains

  • Dip your toes in the crystal clear and warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico in Pensacola

Itinerary

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Day 1 : New York City Arrival

Location: New York

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: the Hyatt Grand Central New York, New York, or similar

Arrive in New York City and transfer independently to your hotel where you will meet with your Tour Director in the evening.

Day 2 : New York City > Boston

Location: Boston, New York

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: the Courtyard by Marriott Boston Brookline, Boston, or similar

Depart NYC for historic New England. Travel along the Long Island Sound to historic Boston, MA. Enjoy a walking tour along the Freedom Trail which begins at the Boston Common and winds beside the State House, King’s Chapel, the Old South Meeting House, the Boston Massacre Site, and the fronts of many taverns and pubs where America’s “Founding Fathers” toasted freedom. Walk the cobblestone streets of Beacon Hill steeped in history which contains one of the city’s most beautiful neighborhoods.

Day 3 : Boston > New England > Québec City

Location: Boston, Québec City, New England College

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: the Hotel Universel, Quebec City, or similar

This morning travel through the rural New England states of New Hampshire and Vermont on your way to Canada. You will pass through small picturesque villages and the White Mountains, particularly beautiful during the fall foliage. You’ll cross the international border to enter the Canadian province of Québec. Perhaps visit an authentic maple farm and this evening, take the opportunity to sample some of the celebrated French Canadian cuisine (optional).

Day 4 : Québec City > Montréal

Location: Montreal, Québec City

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: the Best Western Ville-Marie Montréal Hôtel & Suites, Montreal, or similar

Begin the day with a tour of Québec City, the French capital of the province, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Highlights include the Québec Provincial Parliament Building and the Citadelle. Then enjoy a walking tour of the walled city, where you will see the Chateau de Frontenac, as well as unparalleled views of the Saint Lawrence River. Then you may want to enjoy a delicious pastry, baguette, or candy treat or if time allows, may we suggest a visit to Rue du Tresor before departing to Montréal. Upon arrival, go on a tour of Old Montréal, the area known as the “Vieux Port,” with stops at Place Jacques Cartier and Notre Dame Basilica.

Day 5 : Montréal > Ottawa > Toronto

Location: Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: the Chelsea Hotel, Toronto, or similar

Depart Montréal for the capital of Canada, Ottawa. This vibrant city of parks and flowers boasts one of the most impressive parliament buildings in the world. In the afternoon, continue along the 1,000 Islands Parkway to the largest English-speaking city in Canada, Toronto, located on the shore of Lake Ontario. Join an optional excursion on the St. Lawrence River which explores the magnificent scenery on a relaxing cruise.

Day 6 : Toronto > Niagara Falls

Location: Toronto, Niagara Falls

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: the Best Western Cairn Croft Inn, Niagara Falls, or similar

Begin the day with a drive through Toronto’s impressive collection of modern skyscrapers, most notably, the CN Tower, one of the world’s tallest free-standing structures (1,815 ft./553 m). Do you dare to stand on the glass floor located more than 300 meters above Toronto (optional)? Continue along Lake Ontario, crossing the Welland Canal, before arriving at Niagara Falls, where you will be amazed at this natural wonder. Stroll along with Table Rock, see the unique Floral Clock, and view the thundering water of the Horseshoe Falls. Perhaps take an optional tour on the renowned Hornblower Cruises at the base of the Falls.

Day 7 : Niagara Falls > Gettysburg > Amish Country

Location: Amish Country Motel, Gettysburg, Niagara Falls

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: the Wyndham Garden York, York (Amish Country), or similar

Today ride through the rolling farmland of upstate New York, known as the Finger Lakes Region, and enter the Keystone State of Pennsylvania. This afternoon, visit the historic Gettysburg Civil War National Battleground, the site of the largest battle ever fought on American soil and the place where President Lincoln gave his famous address in 1863. Travel along the Susquehanna River to South Pennsylvania overnight.

Day 8 : Amish Country > Washington, D.C.

Location: Washington, Amish Country Motel

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: the Washington Hilton, Washington, D.C., or similar

Travel through rural countryside to Pennsylvania Dutch Country. Visit an Amish Museum and see their 300-year-old tradition of simple living (admission included). The Amish people live in a world that stopped in the mid1850s. They use no electricity, mechanical devices, or modern equipment. In the afternoon, continue to the nation’s capital, Washington, D.C.

Day 9 : Washington, D.C.

Location: Washington

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: the Washington Hilton, Washington, D.C., or similar

Enjoy a tour of the nation’s Capitol with such highlights as the Washington Monument, the Lincoln Memorial, the White House, and Arlington National Cemetery, the site of the JFK Memorial. Spend the remainder of the day exploring some of the many museums comprising the Smithsonian Institute or simply walk the banks of the Potomac River.

Day 10 : Washington, D.C. > Williamsburg > Roanoke

Location: Washington, Williamsburg, Roanoke

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: the Holiday Inn Tanglewood, Roanoke, or similar

Depart this morning for Williamsburg, Virginia’s colonial capital. Walk along with the Duke of Gloucester Street to visit some of the impressive public buildings, colonial houses, and the College of William and Mary (admissions not included).

Day 11 : Roanoke > Blue Ridge Mountains > Great Smoky Mountains > Gatlinburg

Location: Blue Ridge Mountains, Roanoke, Great Smoky Mountains, Gatlinburg

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: the Creekstone Inn, Gatlinburg, or similar

Travel along portions of the Blue Ridge Parkway/Mountains before entering the breathtaking scenery of the Great Smoky Mountains and National Park, before arriving in Gatlinburg in the afternoon, and explore some of the unique restaurants on the main street, during this evening's leisure time.

Day 12 : Gatlinburg > Nashville

Location: Nashville, Gatlinburg

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: The Inn at Opryland, A Gaylord Hotel, Nashville, or similar

Continue today through Knoxville, the state’s third-largest city before you arrive in the early afternoon in Music City USA, Nashville.

Day 13 : Nashville > Memphis

Location: Memphis, Nashville

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: the Crowne Plaza Memphis Downtown, Memphis, or similar

Travel across the countryside and arrive in Memphis, the city known for blues music, cotton, and home of Sun Records. Take a city tour including Beale Street, the heart of the blues music scene. This afternoon, fans of “The King of Rock and Roll” have the opportunity to tour Graceland, the former home of Elvis Presley (optional).

Day 14 : Memphis > Jackson > New Orleans

Location: New Orleans, Memphis, Jackson

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: the Hilton New Orleans Riverside, New Orleans, or similar

Today’s tour takes you to Mississippi, the Magnolia State. Pass through Jackson, the state capital, and continue to Louisiana and New Orleans, the home of the infamous Mardi Gras celebrations. Tonight, immerse yourself in Creole culture on board an authentic Mississippi Riverboat dinner cruise and enjoy the rhythms of a Dixieland jazz band (optional).

Day 15 : New Orleans

Location: New Orleans

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: the Hilton New Orleans Riverside, New Orleans, or similar

A full day at leisure to take in the French flavor and grandeur of New Orleans. Explore the French Quarter with its trademark wrought-iron balconies overlooking the narrow cobblestone streets. Stand atop one of the infamous New Orleans levees and gain the perspective of how these unique feats of architecture guard the city.

Day 16 : New Orleans > Gulf Of Mexico > Pensacola

Location: New Orleans, Pensacola

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: the Courtyard by Marriott Pensacola, Pensacola, or similar

Travel along the Mississippi Gulf Coast through Mobile, AL to the city of Pensacola. Visit one of the top 10 rose gardens in America at the Bellingrath Home (admission included). While visiting Pensacola Beach, walk alongside the swaying sea oats, dipping your toes in the warm waters of the emerald-green Gulf of Mexico.

Day 17 : Pensacola > Orlando

Location: Pensacola, Orlando

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: the Holiday Inn & Suites Orlando SW - Celebration Area, Orlando, or similar

Travel along the Florida panhandle to Ocala, known for thoroughbred horse ranches. Continue through central Florida, the heart of America’s citrus industry, and on to Orlando for an evening arrival at your hotel.

Day 18 : Orlando

Location: Orlando

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: the Holiday Inn & Suites Orlando SW - Celebration Area, Orlando, or similar

Day at leisure. Revitalize by the pool or visit one of Orlando’s attractions such as Disney World, Sea World, or Universal Studios (admissions not included).

Day 19 : Orlando > Kennedy Space Center > Miami

Location: Orlando, Kennedy Space Center, Miami

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: the Holiday Inn Miami Beach-Oceanfront, Miami, or similar

Visit Kennedy Space Center, home of America’s space program (admission included). Continue to the cultural melting pot of Miami Beach. Your tour ends here.

Day 20 : Miami Departure

Location: Miami

Transfer independently to the airport for your return flight.

What's Included

  • • 19-nights hotel accommodations as specified or similar with a private bath and/or shower

  • • Services of a professional multilingual Tour Manager throughout

  • • Welcome Reception where you will meet your fellow travelers

  • • Retrace the start of the American Revolution by experiencing Boston’s historic Freedom Trail

  • • Travel through Vermont and New Hampshire, visiting a quintessential New England town

  • • Tour UNESCO world heritage sites of Old and New Québec City

  • • Feel the mists while taking in the natural wonder of Niagara Falls

  • • Walk the hallowed grounds of Gettysburg: the most decisive battle of the American Civil War

  • • Get an up-close taste of Amish culture at a traditional farmhouse museum in Pennsylvania Dutch Country

  • • See the seats of power in the American Government with a grand city tour of Washington, D.C.

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What's Not Included

  • • Airfare unless specified in the tour itinerary

  • • Meals are not included in order to allow for more flexibility

  • • Laundry, telephone, optional excursions and other items of a personal nature

  • • Travel Insurance

  • • Gratuities

  • • Pre and Post Accommodation

  • • Airport Transfers

  • • Everything that is not mentioned in included

Check out our Q&As

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    No. Airport shuttle services are available

  • Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?

    Each passenger traveling on an escorted tour is allowed one piece of checked baggage per person due to space limitations. Additional luggage will be charged at $7.00 per person per day (price is subject to change)

  • Are flights included in this tour?

    No

  • What currencies are required for this tour?

    USD

  • Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

    Yes

  • Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

    Yes

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes

  • Is the tour coach air conditioned?

    Yes

  • What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

    The tour is a guaranteed departure

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    No, solo travellers are required to book a Single (Private) room.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 2005

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Electronic Vouchers. These will be provided and attached to your booking (within the Documents section) aprox. 2 weeks prior to travel.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    No, unfortunately that is not possible on our trips.

Reviews of this operator

Janifer Harland (Google Reviewer)  

Easy booking, nothing was a...

28-Oct-2023

Easy booking, nothing was a problem, prompt reply to emails. We did the Pearls of Puglia Tour. Fantastic region to explore, tour guide Sabrina was excellent and our other local guides were also great.

Joe F  

Excellent Service!

01-Mar-2020

Received excellent service and suggestions for a tour we planned for our son and daughter when they toured the Amalfi Coast in August. Hotels were all in great locations close to the action and all excellent 4 or 5 star. Would definitely use or recommend Omega tours to friends or family.

K Ruff (Google Reviewer)  

We used Omega Tours for...

09-May-2024

We used Omega Tours for a trip to Rome & the Amalfi Coast. Michael Rizzo did an outstanding job and answered all of my never ending questions. Planning and arrangements were easy with lots of suggestions and good advice. The drivers they arranged were on time, friendly and informative. The tours that they arranged were on time and the guides were well versed, our only issue was with one of the guides which isn’t a reflection on Omega. The hotels that were selected were very nice. The communication with Omega was good including when we needed some information while on the trip. I would definitely recommend them.

Zeke and Sheree Sanchez (Google Reviewer)  

We totally enjoyed our tour...

15-Jun-2024

We totally enjoyed our tour and it was certainly more than we expected. Our tour guide and our driver were excellent. Our hotels were great and Connie Astarita, our travel agent was outstanding. We will definitely recommend your company to our friends as we have already done so.

Pinx O  

I had wonderful time

04-Oct-2022

Just came back from my 11 days Portugal tours I booked through Omega tours. And I had wonderful time. I joined a small group tours, which is really great. The tour guide Myriam is one of the best tour guide I ever had. I always travel solo( and sometimes join a group tours )and tried to travel every year if I can . I am surely looking forward to booked more tours with you.

Linette Logie (Google Reviewer)  

Was pleasantly surprised that there...

02-Jul-2023

Was pleasantly surprised that there were only 4 people on the Best of Portugal tour. Our guide Cristina was fabulous and was a wealth of information on everything Portugal. A great experience overall and would highly recommend.

Guido P  

Had a great time and an amazing experience!

01-Mar-2020

Had a great time and an amazing experience. The touring company was excellent, punctual with clean buses and friendly and well informed tour guides. Hotels were nice, clean with good location, great service and good breakfast. We are recommending it to everyone and hoping one day we can repeat it.

Adair R  

Very pleased with this well organized tour of Italy

30-Apr-2022

Very pleased with this well organized tour of Italy. A great balance of sightseeing and free time. Exceptional local guide and driver. I’m not sure I would consider the hotels chosen to be 4 star - with the exception of Hotel St Martin in Rome which was great - but the others were very clean and well located. Would definitely choose Omega tours again when booking group travel.

Lisa M  

Most beautiful trip I've ever taken.

07-Jun-2022

Most beautiful trip I've ever taken. Having all my hotels and pickup and drop- offs taken care of by Omega Tours made this trip so easy to enjoy! Michael was amazing. He was always available to answer all of our questions and he made sure we had everything we needed in order to travel internationally during a crazy pandemic!

Joseph L  

Everything we experienced was exactly as described

25-Oct-2022

We took the Italy Deluxe Tour in September of 2022. Everything we experienced was exactly as described. Exceptional accommodations, travel and guides were provided in each city. Michael, our booking agent, gave us complete confidence that we had chosen the right tour operator by his attention to detail and prompt correspondence. We are delighted with Omega Tours and have already recommended them to many friends.

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  • Low Deposit

    Omega Tours requires a minimum deposit of 500 CAD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 45 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of omega tours charges.

    Up to 45 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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