5-Day Tour Boston - Washington D-C-( Boston Departure) (BOAP5)

5-Day Tour Boston - Washington D-C-( Boston Departure) (BOAP5)

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

[Delicacy] We will have a chance to enjoy an authentic Asian buffet.

[Accommodation] All deluxe hotels.

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[Explore] Visit 3 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. 2 Days in Washington D.C.

[Entertainment] Learn about US politics, economy, culture, and education system using the shortest amount of time.

Itinerary

Day 1: Pick Up

Pass By: Boston, Boston, Massachusetts
The 1st day will be picking up tourgoers. From 9am-10pm there will be free pick up from the airport and people can be picked up from 88 beach st Chinatown, Boston. Paid 24-hour pick-up service is also available for $120 per first two persons with $10 for each additional person. Thanks for choosing your vacation with us! Arriving at Logan International Airport (BOS), our tour guide will meet guests at the Baggage Claim area. Feel free to take our shuttle to the hotel and catch some rest.

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 2: Boston → NYC (Night Tour)

Stop At: Harvard University, 1350 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138-3800
(Optional) Harvard University Tour
One of the most famous institutions of higher learning in the world, Harvard University in Cambridge, MA has been standing since 1636, making it the oldest university in the United States. Tourists come for both history and the architecture.
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.

Stop At: Boston Harbor, Boston, MA 02128, USA
(Optional, 60 mins) 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

Stop At: Rockefeller Center, 45 Rockefeller Plaza Rockefeller Centre, New York City, NY 10111-0100
ockefeller Center is described as one of the greatest projects of the Great Depression era, Rockefeller Center was declared a New York City landmark in 1985 and a National Historic Landmark in 1987.
Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Times Square, Broadway, New York City, NY 10036
Times Square is a major commercial intersection, tourist destination, entertainment center and neighborhood. One of the world's busiest pedestrian areas. And it’s very charming at night
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Hamilton Park, 49 Hamilton Ave, Weehawken, NJ 07086-6905
Great observation point in NJ, high up on the cliffs overlooking the Hudson River. There, you will enjoy what is considered to be the best night view of the New York City skyline.
Duration: 15 minutes

Pass By: New York City, New York City, New York
(All day schedule)The trip will start in the city of Cambridge, MA where we will visit the Harvard University. Later, we will take pictures with the main academic building inside MIT. Another fun will begin as soon as you board the cruise ship and enjoy a breathtaking view of the Boston harbor.

Itinerary:

Cambridge → Harvard University Tour (Optional, 60 mins) → MIT (passby) → Boston City tour → Boston Harbor Cruise (Optional, 60 mins) → Quincy Market (50 mins) → Head New York → New York City Night Tour (Optional, 180 mins)

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

Night tour Itinerary: Rockefeller Center (15 mins) → Times Square (30 mins) → An observation point in NJ (15 mins)

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）

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 3: New York City Tour

Pass By: Trinity Church, Broadway at Wall Street, New York City, NY 10006
(Outside visit) 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.

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

Pass By: Charging Bull (Wall Street Bull), 26 Broadway, New York City, NY 10004-1703
(Taking Photos) 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.

Stop At: One World Observatory, 285 Fulton St One World Trade Center, New York City, NY 10007-0089
(Optional) 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.
Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes

Stop At: Liberty Cruise, World Financial Terminal, New York, NY 10281, USA
Liberty Cruise
(Optional) 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.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Times Square, Broadway, New York City, NY 10036
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
(Optional) 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.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1000 5th Ave, New York City, NY 10028-0198
(Optional) 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.
Duration: 1 hour 40 minutes

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) → Metropolitan Museum (Optional,100 mins)

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

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 4: Philadelphia - Washington D.C.

Stop At: Philadelphia Sightseeing Tours, 21 S 5th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
(Optional) Philadelphia Double Decker Tour
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, Philadelphia History Museum, and other iconic sites, seeing Philadelphia from above!
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Independence Hall, Chestnut Street between 5th and 6th Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19106
(Outside visit) Independence National Historical Park
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.
Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Independence National Historical Park, 143 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106-2818
(Inside visit) 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.
Duration: 35 minutes

Stop At: One Liberty Observation Deck, 1650 Market St Suite 5700, Philadelphia, PA 19103-7301
(Optional) At One Liberty Observation Deck, the sky isn't the limit. It's the main event. Discover all the attractions in Philadelphia right from the Philadelphia skyline. And don't forget the camera. When it comes to places to take pictures in Philadelphia, our Viewtiful sights are second to none. Looking for things to do in Philly at night? See the city light up like never before right from our observation deck.
Duration: 50 minutes

Stop At: World War II Memorial, 1750 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
(Optional, 100 mins, including World War II Memorial, Washington Monument, Air Force Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, Outside visit The Pentagon)
Washington D.C. night tour
Ride a coach past major landmarks on this night bus tour of Washington, D.C. Hop off at Air Force Memorial, and enjoy a great view of The Pentagon and the city from the top. Then visit the Capitol Reflecting Pool for the majestic night look of the Capitol and admire the glow of the Thomas Jefferson Memorial in the Tidal Basin. Take a last stop at the magnificent World War II Memorial while gazing at the floodlit Lincoln Memorial. After this amazing sightseeing tour with by our professional guides, you’ll understand why the nation’s capital is considered one of the world’s most beautiful cities at night.
Duration: 1 hour 40 minutes

Stop At: Liberty Bell Center, 6th Street Between Market and Chestnut Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19106
(Inside Visit) (Optional) Liberty Bell
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: 1 hour 40 minutes

Pass By: Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
(All day schedule) In the morning, we will head for Philadelphia where known as the birthplace of American democracy. At last, we will visit memorials, museums, and Americana characterize this historic city.

Itinerary:

Philadelphia → Philadelphia Double Decker Tour (Optional, 60 mins) → Independence National Historical Park, The Philadelphia Congress Hall (Inside visit), Independence Hall (Outside visit) and Liberty Bell (Inside Visit) (Optional, 100 mins) → Philadelphia One Liberty Observation Deck (Optional, 50 mins) → Hotel → Washington D.C. Night Tour (Optional, 100 mins, including World War II Memorial, Washington Monument, Air Force Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, Outside visit The Pentagon)

Special Notes:

1. The Philadelphia Congress Hall will be closed on the following days: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents' Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day.

2. Liberty Bell will be closed on the following days: Christmas Day.

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Holiday Inn GaithersburgOr equivalent

Day 5: Washington D.C. (Visit Inside of U.S. Capitol) - New York

Pass By: Washington DC, Washington DC, District of Columbia
(All day schedule) Today we continue to visit the hub for American politics and history. Visit inside of the US Capitol with a professional tour guide. And later, we will visit the library of Congress (Outside Visit) and Supreme Court of the US (Outside Visit). Explore more culture and history by taking DC sightseeing cruise and more.

Itinerary：

Summer Itinerary: Apply when DC Sightseeing Cruise resumes

Lincoln Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial (40 mins) → White House (Outside visit, 20 mins) → U.S. Capitol In-depth Tour (Optional, 120 mins, include Supreme Court of the United States (Outside visit) & Library of Congress (Outside visit) ) → Madame Tussauds President Gallery (Optional, 50 mins) → DC Sightseeing Cruise (Optional, 60 mins)

We will also pass by: US Treasury Building (the architecture on the back of $10 dollar note), Washington Monument, etc.

Winter Itinerary: Apply when DC Sightseeing Cruise closes

Lincoln Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial (40 mins) → White House (Outside Visit, 20 mins) → U.S. Capitol In-depth Tour (Optional, 120 mins, include Supreme Court of the United States (Outside visit) & Library of Congress (Outside visit) ) → Madame Tussauds President Gallery (Optional, 50 mins) → Newseum (Optional, 75 mins, will be closed from 01/01/2020) OR National Museum of Natural History (Optional, 90 mins)

We will also pass by: US Treasury Building (the architecture on the back of $10 dollar note), Washington Monument, etc.

Special Notes:

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

2. During the closure of U.S. Capitol, 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.

3. Newseum will be removed from 01/01/2020 and National Museum of Natural History will be visited instead.

Stop At: 2 Lincoln Memorial Cir NW, Washington DC, DC 20037
Lincoln Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Lincoln Memorial
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: 40 minutes

Stop At: The White House, 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20500, USA
(Outside Visit) The White House
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: U.S. Capitol, East Capitol St NE & First St SE, Washington DC, DC 20004
(Optional, 120 mins, include Supreme Court of the United States (Outside visit) & Library of Congress (Outside visit) )
U.S. Capitol In-depth Tour
including guided tour of the U.S. Capitol (Inside visit), Supreme Court of the United States (Outside visit) & Library of Congress (Outside visit).

The United States Capitol is among the most symbolically important and architecturally impressive buildings in the nation. It has housed the meeting chambers of the House of Representatives and the Senate for two centuries. Enjoy a guided tour with our professional escort seeing the U.S. Capitol as well as taking in some great views of the Supreme Court Building and Library of Congress from outside.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Madame Tussauds New York, 234 W 42nd St, New York City, NY 10036-7215
(Optional) Madame Tussaud's President Gallery
The Washington, DC arm of this worldwide phenomenon is a sight to behold. Amazingly and sometimes eerily lifelike figures line the halls of this art museum in the form of celebrities and politicians both famous and infamous.
Duration: 50 minutes

Stop At: National Ferry Corporation, 1320 Maine Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
(Optional) DC Sightseeing Cruise
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.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, 10th St. & Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20560, USA
(Optional) National Museum of Natural History
The National Museum of Natural History opened in 1910 to invoke discovery and education of the natural world. It opens 364 days a year and it was the most visited natural history museum in the world. The museum's collections contain over 140 million-plus natural science specimens and cultural artifacts that the museum contains. It also includes some of the most famous pieces of gems and minerals. We will research the discovery and understanding of human origins, explore paleobiology- dinosaurs’ patterns of life before extinction over there. Some of the collections, you will be very familiar, because the movie, Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian was mostly filmed in the National Museum of Natural History.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

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