East Coast USA and Canada End Boston
East Coast USA and Canada End Boston
East Coast USA and Canada End Boston
14 Days Starting in New York City and ending in Boston (MA)
Visiting: New York City, New York, Washington, D.C., Lancaster County, Niagara Falls, Toronto, Ottawa, Québec City, Montréal, Franconia Notch State Park, Boston
Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating journey through the East Coast of the USA and Canada, ending in Boston, where history, culture, and natural beauty blend seamlessly. This luxury coach tour invites you to explore iconic cities and sights, including Washington D.C., Quebec City, Montreal, New York City, and Toronto, with the guidance of a Local Specialist. Discover the Liberty Bell, the majestic Niagara Falls, and the serene Amish Country. Enjoy scenic cruises, delve into the rich history at the Corning Museum of Glass, and view landmarks like the Empire State Building and the White House. With cherry-picked hotels, all meals included, and a luxury air-conditioned coach equipped with Wi-Fi, this tour promises comfort and unforgettable experiences. Highlights include a thrilling boat ride at Niagara Falls, a cultural dive into the traditions of Quebec City, and a farewell dinner in Boston, making this tour an exquisite blend of exploration and relaxation.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Greetings From New York City
Location: New York City
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: New York Hilton Midtown
Meals Included: Welcome Reception
Take a bite of the Big Apple and you’ll wish you’d had more, as the vision and passion of this vibrant city inspires you to believe your dreams really will come true. Check in to your New York hotel and spend the afternoon exploring its soaring skyline on your terms. This evening, you’ll meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception at 6 p.m.
Day 2: Explore The Highlights Of Nyc And Philadelphia
Location: New York
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Capital Hilton, Washington, D.C.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
From the iconic to the unexpected, we embark on an orientation tour of the City that Never Sleeps. View the towering Art Deco façades of the Empire State Building, pulsating Times Square and the tranquil mid-city oasis of Central Park. We’ll journey through the Land of the Free to Philadelphia and visit the Liberty Bell Center to gaze upon the famous cracked bell whose inscription has inspired so many to “proclaim liberty”. View Independence Hall, site of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, before traveling to Washington, D.C.
Day 3: Immerse Yourself Into Historical Washington, D.C.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Capital Hilton, Washington, D.C.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Celebrate the proud heritage of a nation as you view the memorials and monuments that have made Washington famous. Pass the White House, the U.S. Capitol Building, the Lincoln Memorial, and the World War II and Vietnam War memorials. Visit the National Museum of African American History and Culture on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. This is the only national museum devoted exclusively to the documentation of African American life, history, and culture and houses over 36, 000 fascinating artifacts.
Day 4 : Engage In The Stories Of Amish Country
Location: Lancaster County
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Inn At Leola Village
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Journey into the rural back roads of Pennsylvania's Lancaster County with a Local Specialist today, immersing yourself in the traditional agricultural lifestyle of the Amish and the Mennonites, who live much the same they did when they first settled here over 200 years ago. This evening enjoy a hearty Regional Dinner, and try your hand at making your own whoopie pies for dessert.
Day 5: Discover The Artistry Of Glassblowing
Location: Niagara Falls
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hilton Niagara Falls/Fallsview Hotel & Suites
Meals Included: Breakfast
We’ll travel north across Pennsylvania’s rural landscapes to the New York State, stopping en route at the Corning Museum of Glass. Witness first-hand the delicate craft of glassblowing and admire the glass artistry on display in its galleries. Later, we’ll cross the Canadian border bound for Niagara Falls.
Day 6 : Take In The Sights And Flavors Of Niagara Falls
Location: Niagara Falls
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hilton Niagara Falls/Fallsview Hotel & Suites
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Experience the rush of cascading waters as you embark on an exhilarating boat ride to the base of Horseshoe Falls, which plunges dramatically into Lake Ontario. Enjoy some free time to explore on your own, contemplating this tremendous force of nature. This afternoon we'll Connect With Locals at Ravine Winery and sample some of Niagara's regional cuisine paired with their delicious vintages at a Be My Guest Lunch. Upon returning to Niagara Falls enjoy the remainder of the day as you please.
Day 7 : Get Expert Hockey Tips And Tricks
Location: Toronto
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Chelsea Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Skirt the shores of Lake Ontario and stop in Oakville where you will learn the art of playing hockey like a real Canadian hockey player. Dive Into Culture and embrace Canada's national sport, learning the secrets and superstitions of hockey players as a team staff member walks you through a day in the life of a player. Go inside the players' dressing room and put on the full hockey gear. Grab your stick and it's off onto the ice where you'll soon find out whether you are a lefty or righty, and learn how to score the big goal. Head to Toronto for an introductory tour, the rest of your day is at leisure to explore the city.
Day 8: Explore Ottawa
Location: Ottawa
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Sheraton Ottawa Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we stop off in Kingston where you can enjoy lunch on your own before heading to Ottawa for an orientation tour of Canada's capital city. The rest of the day is at your leisure.
Day 9: Unlock The Traditions Of Quebec City Make Travel Matter Dive Into Culture
Location: Québec City
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Delta Hotels Quebec
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Travel to Madohoki Farm for breakfast followed by a presentation of the Algonquin People including the Friendship dance. Enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience and support the Manitobah Mukluks Storyboot School, a Treadright supported project. Our love affair with French-speaking Canada continues today as we go on our voyage to Québec City and the UNESCO-listed Old Québec. Immerse yourself in the city’s joie de vivre and romantic 17th-century façades, but not before we Dive Into Culture with lunch at an authentic Cabane a Sucre (Sugar Shack), a tradition dear to Quebecois.
Day 10: Wander The Historic Streets Of Quebec City
Location: Québec City
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Delta Hotels Quebec
Meals Included: Breakfast
Explore Quebec City's winding streets and historic sites, joining your Local Specialist for an in-depth discovery of a city that exudes all the charm of old Europe. Delve into Quebec City’s French and English military past at the fortified Citadel and the Plains of Abraham, the site of a major colonial battle. The afternoon and evening are yours to explore La Vieille Capitale on your terms.
Day 11 : Sample The Flavors Of Montréal
Location: Montréal
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Le Center Sheraton Montréal Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Visit a local farmers market outside of Montréal to Dive Into Culture and experience the flavours of the region during a lunch tasting including wine and cider. Savour the good life as you arrive in Montréal. Meet your Local Specialist and visit Notre-Dame Basilica, the Old Port of Montréal, and Place Jacques Cartier. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Day 12: Journey To Rustic Franconia Notch
Location: Franconia Notch State Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hilton Boston Park Plaza
Meals Included: Breakfast
Return to the United States this morning and traverse New Hampshire bound for Franconia Notch, in the heart of the White Mountains. Journey past sugar maple and white birch in their thousands.
Day 13: Engross In The History Of Boston
Location: Boston
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hilton Boston Park Plaza
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Connect with the living history of Boston this morning, touring the city’s red brick Freedom Trail with stops at the Old North Church and Boston Harbor, the site of the famous Tea Party protest. Spend the rest of the day on your terms. Consider a visit to the bar that inspired the TV show Cheers or stroll through the centuries-old Boston Common. This evening, toast your memorable East Coast experiences at a Farewell Dinner.
Day 14: Farewell Boston
Location: Boston
Meals Included: Breakfast
Depart Boston today at your leisure.
What's Included
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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
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Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
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All porterage and restaurant gratuities
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All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
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Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
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Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
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Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
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All transport and transfers shown
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Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
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Optional Experiences and free time
What's Not Included
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Airfare
International airfare to/from start/end of tour
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Visas
Cost of visas as required for entry
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended
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Optional Experiences
Cost of Optional Experiences not included in the tour
Mode of Transport
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
Accommodation
Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
Check out our Q&As
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Trafalgar requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of trafalgar charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
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