5-Day D-C-Niagara FallsBostonNYC Tour(Philadelphia Departure)( PH5 )

5-Day D-C-Niagara FallsBostonNYC Tour(Philadelphia Departure)( PH5 )

Itinerary will be change in the winter due to certain attraction close for winter.

1. [Delicacy] Boston lobster dinner and New England clam chowder!

2. [Accommodation] All deluxe hotels.

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4. [Explore] Visit 6 noted cities in US. Have a taste of the elegant lifestyle of New York. Visit the iconic city that is the heart of a powerful nation, Washington D.C. Understand the historical importance and heritage of Philadelphia, and Boston. Enjoy the majestic view of the natural wonder, Niagara Falls. In-depth tour inside the campus of Ivy Leagues’ Harvard, and visits the one of the top science research university, MIT.

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Itinerary

Day 1: Philadelphia - Washington, D.C.

Pass By: Philadelphia, Philadelphia, New York
(All day schedule ) In the morning, we will head to Philadelphia where known as the birthplace of American democracy. Late on, we will visit Washington, D.C., Monuments, museums, and Americana characterizes this historic city.

Itinerary:

(Summer: apply when DC cruise resume)

Philadelphia → Independence National Historical Park, outside visit Independence Hall, outside visit Liberty Bell (20 mins) → Philadelphia Double Decker (Optional, 60 mins) → Washington D.C → the U.S. Capitol in-depth tour (Optional, 120 mins) → White House (Outside Visit, 20 mins) → Lincoln Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial (40 mins) → DC Sightseeing Cruise (Optional, 60 mins)

We will also pass by Thomas Jefferson Memorial, Washington Monument, WWII Memorial and more

Special Notes:

1. DC Sightseeing Cruise is usually to be closed from Jan to Mar.

2. If U.S. Capitol closed to visitors, we will see the exterior of the building from outside. The Capitol Visitor Center is open to visitors from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday except for Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year's and on Inauguration Day.

(Winter: apply when DC cruise closed)

Philadelphia → Independence National Historical Park, outside visit Independence Hall, outside visit Liberty Bell (20 mins) → Philadelphia Double Decker (Optional, 60 mins) → Washington D.C → the U.S. Capitol in-depth tour (Optional, 120 mins) → White House (Outside Visit, 20 mins) → Lincoln Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial (40 mins)

We will also pass by Thomas Jefferson Memorial, Washington Monument, WWII Memorial and more.

Special Notes:

1. DC Sightseeing Cruise is usually to be closed from Jan to Mar.

2. If U.S. Capitol closed to visitors, we will see the exterior of the building from outside. The Capitol Visitor Center is open to visitors from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday except for Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year's and on Inauguration Day.

Pass By: Independence National Historical Park, 143 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106-2818
This National Historical Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania serves as a way of preserving important Revolutionary War sites for future generations. Called "America's most historic square mile," this 55-acre park in the "Old City" district is not to be missed.

Stop At: Independence Hall, Chestnut Street between 5th and 6th Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19106
(outside visit) One of Philadelphia's most famous landmarks, Independence Hall in Independence National Historical Park is the location where both the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution were debated, written, and ratified by the Founding Fathers of the USA.
Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Liberty Bell Center, 6th Street Between Market and Chestnut Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19106
(outside visit) The famously cracked Liberty Bell is a sign of American Independence and spirit. Located at Liberty Bell Center in Philadelphia, PA, this symbol of the American Revolution was crafted in 1752 - more than 250 years ago.
Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Philadelphia Sightseeing Tours, 21 S 5th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Our London-style double-decker buses add the perfect touch to your journey. Guests will ride aboard a genuine open-top double-decker bus giving them unobstructed views and an amazing experience. We will pass by Philadelphia City Hall, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia History Museum, and other iconic sites, seeing Philadelphia from above!(Optional)
Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: Washington DC, Washington DC, District of Columbia
Washington was named after George Washington, the first president of the United States and a Founding Father. As the seat of the United States federal government and several international organizations, Washington is an important world political capital.The city, located on the Potomac River bordering Maryland and Virginia, is one of the most visited cities in the world, with more than 20 million tourists annually.

Stop At: United States Capitol, First St SE, Washington, DC 20004, USA
The famous United States Capitol is the meeting place of the US Congress and has been for more than 200 years. The building is famous for its elaborate dome and intricately designed, detailed columns.(Optional)
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: The White House, 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20500, USA
(outside visit) 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: 20 minutes

Stop At: 2 Lincoln Memorial Cir NW, Washington DC, DC 20037
(outside visit) This iconic American monument honors the 16th president of the United States. Abraham Lincoln was president during the American Civil War and is most famous for the Emancipation Proclamation that freed all of the slaves in the US.
Duration: 13 minutes

Stop At: Korean War Memorial, 1 Scott Cir NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
(outside visit) The Korean War Veterans Memorial is located in Washington, D.C.'s West Potomac Park, southeast of the Lincoln Memorial and just south of the Reflecting Pool on the National Mall. It memorializes those who served in the Korean War.
Duration: 13 minutes

Stop At: Vietnam Veterans Memorial, 5 Henry Bacon Dr NW, Washington DC, DC 20242
(outside visit) The Vietnam Veterans Memorial is a 2-acre (8,093.71 m²) U.S. national memorial in Washington, D.C. It honors service members of the U.S. armed forces who fought in the Vietnam War, service members who died in service in Vietnam/South East Asia, and those service members who were unaccounted for during the war.
Duration: 13 minutes

Stop At: National Ferry Corporation, 1320 Maine Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
The Potomac River runs along Washington, DC, the capital city of the United States of America. Visitors to this famous locale can opt to see many of the area's most historic landmarks and memorials in a unique way.(Optional)
Duration: 1 hour

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Holiday Inn Gaithersburg, Crowne Plaza Harrisburg, Holiday Inn Harrisburg, Four Point By Sheraton York；Or equivalent；

Day 2: Corning - Niagara Falls (Winter/Summer)

Pass By: Niagara Falls, NY, USA
(All day schedule ) We will arrive at one of Fortune Global 500’s headquarters, Corning, to visit the Museum of Glass, which is dedicated to the history, art, and science behind glassmaking. After lunch, we are going to see the renowned Niagara Falls. Overlooking American Fall, the Horseshoe Fall and the Bridal Veil Fall, you will be astounded by the deafening roar of the falls. It’s the combination of height and volume that makes Niagara Falls so beautiful.

Itinerary:

(Summer: apply when Maid of the Mist resume)

Corning glass museum (Optional, 90 mins) → Niagara Falls State Park → US Niagara IMAX Movie (Optional, 30 mins) → Maid of the Mist (Optional, 30 mins) →Niagara Falls In-depth tour (Optional, 120 Mins including Old Fort Niagara and Whirlpool State Park)

Special notes:

1. Maid of the Mist usually opens during late April to early November.

2. The completeness of night view on certain summer evenings may be limited or not available due to late sunset time and Government regulations on driving hours.

3. If not join the Niagara In-depth Tour, you can stay at the Niagara Falls State Park with longer free time.

(Winter: apply when Maid of the Mist closed)

Corning glass museum (Optional, 90 mins) → Niagara Falls State Park → US Niagara IMAX Movie (If time allows, Optional, 30 mins) →Niagara Falls In-depth tour (Optional, 120 Mins including Old Fort Niagara and Whirlpool State Park) → Niagara Falls Jetboat (Optional, 60 mins)

Special notes:

1. If not join the Niagara In-depth Tour, you can stay at the Niagara Falls State Park with longer free time.

2. Niagara JetBoat tour will be closed if the weather is extremer or river icy condition. Kid must be 4-year-old or above to be on board for safety concerns.

Stop At: Corning Museum of Glass, 1 Museum Way, Corning, NY 14830, USA
In western New York is dedicated to the history, art, and science behind glassmaking. Its collection contains more than 45,000 objects, some of which date back millennia. Guests here will be invited to watch the Hot Glass Show which is performed by professional glass craftsman, and, will have chance to know how ancient Egyptian made the world first glass mask in 3000 years ago! (Optional)
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Pass By: Niagara Falls State Park, 332 Prospect St, Niagara Falls, NY 14303, USA
Niagara Falls State Park is a state park in the City of Niagara Falls in Niagara County, New York, United States. The park, recognized as the oldest state park in the United States, contains the American Falls, the Bridal Veil Falls, and a portion of the Horseshoe Falls (also known as the Canadian Falls).

Stop At: IMAX Theatre Niagara Falls, 6170 Fallsview Blvd, Niagara Falls, Ontario L2G 7T8 Canada
In 30 minutes, you will witness Niagara Falls incredible stories and history that would otherwise take a lifetime to experience. No Niagara Falls vacation is complete without a visit to see the Niagara Adventure Movie. This movie, tells the history of human interaction with the falls, focusing largely on the "daredevils" who have crossed, boated, and even jumped off them.(If time allows, Optional)
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Maid of the Mist Boat Tour, 1 Prospect St, Niagara Falls, NY 14303, USA
It's the combination of height and volume that makes Niagara Falls so beautiful. More than 6 million cubic ft. (168,000 cubic meters) of water goes over the crest line of the falls every minute during peak daytime tourist hours. This famous Maid of the Mist ride gets passengers as close as possible to the Niagara Falls! The Maid rides right into the mists thrown up by the roaring cascade as the Niagara River tumbles over the edge of the falls.(Optional)
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Niagara Falls State Park, 332 Prospect St, Niagara Falls, NY 14303-1106
Niagara In-Depth Tour
This interesting and exciting tour includes two popular attractions: the magnificent natural wonder - Niagara Whirlpool State Park and the U.S. historic landmark - Old Fort Niagara. The Niagara Whirlpool’s greatest depth is 125 feet. It is estimated the whirlpool formed approximately 7,500 years ago by the upstream erosion of the Niagara escarpment by Niagara River. Old Fort Niagara is a rich historic landmark; it spans more than 300 years. Its commanding presence on the great lake caused it to play a critical role in the French and Indian War, the American Revolution and the War of 1812. The gorgeous Lake Ontario lies behind the Fort.(Optional, 120 Mins including Old Fort Niagara and Whirlpool State Park)
Duration: 2 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Adam's Mark BuffaloOrRadisson Hotel Niagara Falls-Grand IslandOr DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Buffalo-AmherstOr equivalent

Day 3: Upstate New York - Boston

Pass By: Boston, Boston, New York
(All day schedule ) We will cross the upstate New York and leave for Boston when you enjoy the magnificent view of the Erie Canal and mountains on our comfortable tour vehicles.

Itinerary:

Hotel → Upstate New York → Boston → Hotel

Special Notes: We will visit Boston City if there is enough sunshine duration.

Stop At: Old Fort Niagara State Historic Site, Fort Niagra State Park, Youngstown, NY 14714
(Optional, 120 Mins including Old Fort Niagara(60mins) and Whirlpool State Park(15mins) )This interesting and exciting tour includes two popular attractions: the magnificent natural wonder - Niagara Whirlpool State Park and the U.S. historic landmark - Old Fort Niagara. The Niagara Whirlpool’s greatest depth is 125 feet. It is estimated the whirlpool formed approximately 7,500 years ago by the upstream erosion of the Niagara escarpment by Niagara River. Old Fort Niagara is a rich historic landmark; it spans more than 300 years. Its commanding presence on the great lake caused it to play a critical role in the French and Indian War, the American Revolution and the War of 1812. The gorgeous Lake Ontario lies behind the Fort.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Niagara Jet Adventures, 555 Water St, Youngstown, NY 14174, USA
(Optional, 60 mins) Experience the Niagara River like no other way possible.The exciting boat rides take passengers on a thrilling trip down the Niagara River! This round-trip ride zooms through the Niagara Gorge, and even takes passengers to the famous Whirlpool rapids, all of a custom-built jet boat.
Duration: 1 hour

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: DoubleTree North Shore Or Sheraton Wakefield Boston Hotel Or Radisson Hotel & Suites Chelmsford-Lowel Or equivalent

Day 4: Cambridge - Boston - New York

Pass By: Boston, Boston, New York
(All day schedule) In the morning, we will start the tour with explore Cambridge and Boston and taking the cruise to enjoy a breathtaking view of the Boston harbor. The next stop is the old Quincy Market. The Market was also surrounded by dozens of restaurants for dining option with a variety of authentic cuisines, and absolutely, you cannot miss the famous New England clam chowder.

Itinerary:

Boston Lobster Meal (Optional, 60 mins) → Cambridge → Harvard University Tour (Optional, 60 mins) → Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT, passby) → Boston City Sightseeing (Bus tour) → Boston Harbor Cruise (Optional, 60 mins) → Quincy Market (50 mins) → New York

We will also pass by Old Trinity Cathedral, Hancock Building, Boston Athenaeum, Boston Park, Swan Lake Park, and overlook the Golden Dome of the State House.

Special Notes: There is no campus tour on 12/25/2019 and 1/1/2020,we will have guided tour with your tour leader on Christmas Day（12/25/2019）and New Year's Day（01/01/2020）

Stop At: Harvard University, 1350 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138-3800
Harvard University in-depth Tour Benefits: Harvard student guides greet your group on campus.Tours are scheduled to fit your needs with year-round availability.(Optional)
Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), 77 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139-4307
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, Massachusetts is a research university known the world over for its highly selective and intense academics, and MIT alumni include 24 Nobel Prize winners and 22 Rhodes Scholars.

Pass By: Boston, Boston, Massachusetts
Boston City Sightseeing (Bus tour) Boston (UK: /ˈbɒstən/, US: /ˈbɔːstən/) is the capital and most populous city of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in the United States, and the 21st most populous city in the United States.

Stop At: Boston Harbor Cruises, 1 Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110, USA
(Optional) See the famous Boston skyline like never before with a cruise of Boston Harbor. From the peak of the Prudential tower to the quaint North End, this beautiful and historic city is best viewed from the bay!
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Quincy Market, 4 S Market St, Boston, MA 02109-6201
Quincy Market in the Faneuil Hall marketplace of downtown Boston, it is a historic building that still serves as a souvenir marketplace and food court today. The area has expanded to include two other marketplace buildings as well.
Duration: 50 minutes

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Crowne Plaza Newark Airport,Sheraton Edison Hotel ,The Spa At The Heldrich,Ramada Plaza Newark ,Or equivalent；

Day 5: New York City 1-Day Tour

Pass By: New York City, New York City, New York
(All day schedule) At a first glance, travelling around the entire of New York City seems like the mission impossible; however, our highly organized tour is especially designed for you: by visiting amounts of famous landmarks, you will learn more of the city’s unique history, culture, and the core spirit of the New Yorkers!

Itinerary:

NYC Trinity Church (Outside Visit) → Wall Street (25 mins) → Charging Bull (Taking Photos) → One World Observatory (Optional, 70 mins) → Liberty Cruise (Optional, 60 mins) → Times Square (20 mins) → U.S.S Intrepid (Optional, 60 mins)

If time is available, we will additionally visit Madame Tussauds New York (Optional, 50 mins) → Metropolitan Museum (Optional,100 mins)

We will also Pass by: the Fifth Avenue, Rockefeller Center, World Trade Center and so on.

Stop At: Trinity Church, Broadway at Wall Street, New York City, NY 10006
Trinity Church (also called St. Paul's Chapel) is the oldest public building that is in continuous use in NYC. The current church is the third on this site; the first Trinity Church was built in 1698.(Outside Visit)
Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Wall Street, New York City, NY 10005
This famous street in New York City's Financial District has become synonymous with American financial enterprises. It is also the home of the New York Stock Exchange, and has been (or still is) the location of several other exchanges.
Duration: 25 minutes

Stop At: Charging Bull (Wall Street Bull), 26 Broadway, New York City, NY 10004-1703
This bronze sculpture that sits at the northern tip of New York's Bowling Green Park is ready to strike! It was commissioned to represent the "strength and power of the American people" after the stock market crashed in 1987. (Taking Photos)
Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: One World Observatory, 285 Fulton St One World Trade Center, New York City, NY 10007-0089
One World Trade Center is the main building of the rebuilt World Trade Center complex in Lower Manhattan, New York City. It is the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere. There, 102 stories up, find yourself face-to-face with New York’s iconic skyline. Maybe you’ve seen views of the city before, but never quite like this. Walk the three sprawling levels of the Observatory and discover surprises along the way.(Optional)
Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes

Stop At: Liberty Cruise, World Financial Terminal, New York, NY 10281, USA
Any trip to New York City must include a boat cruise around the Statue of Liberty. This iconic landmark has stood in the city that never sleeps for more than 100 years, as a joint effort between America and France to celebrate the anniversary of America's independence. And the sightseeing cruise tour on the Hudson River to enjoy the city view from a totally different angle, as well as take pictures with Brooklyn Bridge. (Optional)
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Times Square, Times Square, New York City, New York
Called "The Crossroads of the World," this major intersection in midtown Manhattan-- where Broadway hits Seventh Avenue-- is a world-famous icon of both New York City and the United States. It has appeared in countless forms of media.
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, 12th Avenue & 46th Street Pier 86, New York City, NY 10036
This famous military history museum on Manhattan's West Side is inside the now-defunct World War II aircraft carrier, the USS Intrepid. The mission of the Museum is to promote awareness and understanding of history, science, and service through its collections, exhibitions, and programming in order to honor the heroes, educate the public and inspire youth. Exhibits include real military aircraft as well as recreations of military life aboard the ship.(Optional)
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Madame Tussauds New York, 234 W 42nd St, New York City, NY 10036-7215
Madame Tussauds New York in the heart of Times Square is the only place with no ropes or barriers holding you back from your favorite stars. Voted as one of New York’s most unique attractions, Madame Tussauds invites you to pose “in a moment in time” with the world’s most iconic musicians, A-list stars, sports legends, world leaders and more. With over 85,000 square feet of interactive entertainment, including Ghostbusters: Dimension hyper-reality experience, the world famous wax attraction is bigger and better than ever. (Optional)
Duration: 50 minutes

Stop At: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1000 5th Ave, New York, NY 10028, USA
The Metropolitan Museum of Art is not just the largest art museum in the United States, but also one of the three biggest in the world. Its collection contains more than 2 million works of art. The permanent collection consists of works of art from classical antiquity and ancient Egypt, paintings, and sculptures from nearly all the European masters, and an extensive collection of American and modern art. (Optional)
Duration: 1 hour 40 minutes

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.