8-Day Chicago to Niagara Falls North East Tour (Chicago departure) AP8CN

8-Day Chicago to Niagara Falls North East Tour (Chicago departure) AP8CN

1.Enjoy a cultural trip by visiting 8 historical cities from Chicago to New York
2.Be on the top of the One World Trade Center,see the Statue of Liberty,In-depth tour in Metropolitan Museum of Art,and learn the history of military power by visiting USS Intrepid
3.Exclusive Amish Village Tour & Amish traditional meal
4.Visiting the Henry Ford Museum,exploring the past glory of Motor City,aka Detroit.
5.Go to the holy land of Rock‘n’Roll-Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum located at Cleveland
6.See the master piece of design Cloud Gate at Millennium Park in Chicago
7.Get closer to Niagara Falls by taking the Maid of Mist
8.In-Depth tour of Niagara River:Whirlpool Park,Old Fort Niagara and Great Lake Ontario
If departure on Wednesday:
Day 1 Home - Chicago
Day 2 Chicago - Detroit
Day 3 Detroit - Pittsburgh - Washington D.C.
Day 4 Baltimore - Amish Village - Philadelphia - New York
Day 5 New York City Tour
Day 6 New York - Niagara Falls
Day 7 Cleveland - Chicago
Day 8 Chicago City Tour

Itinerary

Day 1: Airport PickUp & Chicago Night Tour

Pass By: Crown Fountain, 201 E Randolph St Millennium Park, Chicago, IL 60601-6530
Airport Pickup Information：

1. Complementary airport pickup is provided between 9:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. at O‟Hare Airport. (You may have to wait for other guests.) No complementary pick-up service at Midway airport.

2. 24-hour charged pick-up service is available for the first two persons at $120 with $10 for each additional person.

The first day’s itinerary is for your reference only; the schedule is subject to change upon your arrival.

Fly from home to Chicago. For passengers arriving with domestic flights, please wait at Baggage Claim area; for passengers taking International flight, please wait at the Exit doors after retrieving your luggage. Tour guide will lead you to the meeting point.

For those guests who arrive at O‟Hare meeting point before 3:00pm, you will receive an additional gift - free transportation to the Fashion Outlets of Chicago which features many shopping and dining options, there‟s no complementary airport pickup and shopping option for Midway Airport arrival.

For passengers who arrive before 5:00pm, you are invited to join the night tour of Chicago at $25 per person. (*To arrange the night tour, it requires at least 4 guests enrolled.)

Stop At: Buckingham Fountain, Grant Park, Chicago, IL 60605
Chicago Night Tour
Start from the Crown Fountain at Millennium Park, we will set off for Michigan Avenue where you can have a wonderful view of the Magnificent Mile in the night and take a walk alongside the Chicago River. The last stop will be the Michigan Lakeside with the panoramic view of the world-class city skyline of Chicago.

Itinerary:

Clarence Buckingham Memorial Fountain（20 mins）→ Magnificent Mile（30 mins）→ Lake Michigan Observatory（20 mins）
Duration: 2 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Wyndham Garden Elk Grove Village - O'Hare Or equivalent

Day 2: Chicago City Tour

Pass By: Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
(All day schedule)This tour will show you the best of Chicago in one day. This is a world’s top architecture city with bold architectures. You will take a walk in the Millennium Park, see the Cloud Gate, enjoy the urban view of the city from 360 Chicago,and grab a bite of authentic Chicago at Giordano’s Pizza, Garrett Popcorn, Portillo's Hot Dog.

(Summer:4/2/2020 -11/15/2020)

Millennium Park & Cloud Gate (20 mins) → Grant Park (10 mins) → Chicago Theater (Optional, 60 mins) → The Art Institute of Chicago (Optional, 120 mins) → Chicago Water Tower (15 mins) → Michigan Avenue (30 mins) → Chicago Cruise (Optional, 75 mins) → 360 Chicago (Optional, 75 mins, including Tilt) → Helicopter Experience Tour（Optional, minimum 2 people）

We will pass by: Navy Pier, Clarence Buckingham Memorial Fountain, Marina City, Trump International Hotel and Tower, Willis Tower Observation Deck

Itinerary:

(Winter:11/15/2019 - 4/1/2020)

Millennium Park & Cloud Gate (30 mins) → 360 Chicago (Optional, 75 mins, including Tilt) → Lunch: Giordano’s Pizza & Garrett Popcorn (90 mins) → The Art Institute of Chicago (Optional, 120 mins) → United Center (40 mins) → Helicopter Experience Tour（Optional, minimum 2 people）→ Dinner: Portillo’s Hot Dog (40 mins)

Special Notice: Chicago Cruise will be closed in Winter.

Stop At: Millennium Park, Millennium Park, Chicago, Illinois
Millennium Park
Three square blocks of open lakefront complete with a Ferris Wheel, outdoor music pavillion and ice skating rink; expected to become one of the city's most popular sites.
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Grant Park, Grant Park, Illinois
Grant Park
Grant Park is a large urban park in the city's central business district. t was renamed in 1901 to honor US President Ulysses S. Grant. The park contains performance venues, gardens, art work, sporting, and harbor facilities. It hosts public gatherings and several large annual events and is popularly referred to as "Chicago's front yard".
Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Chicago Opera Theater, 205 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601-6530
Chicago Theater
In the busy Loop area of Chicago is the city's namesake theater with its iconic marquee, which has become an unofficial symbol of the city. It hosts performances of all kinds, including drama, comedy, dance, and more.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: The Art Institute of Chicago, 111 S Michigan Ave 159 East Monroe Street, Chicago, IL 60603-6110
The Art Institute of Chicago
The Art Institute is the 2nd-largest art museum in the US after the Met in New York. It houses pieces by renowned painters such as Van Gogh, Monet, and Cezanne, as well as an extensive collection of African-American art.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Chicago Architecture River Cruise, Riverwalk, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Chicago Architectural Cruise
The Architectural Cruise of Chicago is a perfect way to view one of America's most formidable cities, all from the comfort of a boat leisurely sailing down the Chicago River, either during the day or at twilight.
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

Stop At: 360 Chicago Observation Deck, 875 N Michigan Avenue 94th Floor, Chicago, IL 60611-1803
360 Chicago (incl. Tilt)
This observsation deck sits atop the John Hancock Tower in Chicago, providing exquisite aerial views of the city's skyline that you can't get anywhere else. The new LIFT feature extends out above the city below for an exhilirating experience.
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

Stop At: Helicopter Association International, 1920 Ballenger Ave 4th Floor, Alexandria, VA 22314, USA
The helicopter tour provides the most spectacular and unique views of the world’s best skyline. Amazing panoramas of the city, scenic waterfront, and historic landmarks await you from the optimal vantage point in the sky.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: United Center, 1901 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60612-2459
United Center is an indoor arena on the Near West Side of Chicago, Illinois, United States. It is home to the Chicago Bulls of the National Basketball Association and the Chicago Blackhawks of the National Hockey League, named after its corporate sponsor, United Airlines.
Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Giordano's Pizza Rogers Park, 6836 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60626, USA
Giordano's is an American pizzeria chain founded in 1974 and based in Chicago, Illinois that specializes in Chicago-style stuffed pizza. Giordano's was voted "Chicago's Best Pizza" by NBC, CBS Chicago, New York Times, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Magazine, Chicago Eater and Home & Garden Magazine. The stuffed pizza at Giordino's has a top and bottom crust with cheese stuffed in between and the option of additional toppings in the middle such as pepperoni, Italian sausage, and spinach, while sauce and parmesan are added on top of the crust.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Garrett Popcorn Shops, Fashion Centre at Pentagon City, 1100 S Hayes St, Arlington, VA 22202, USA
At Garrett Popcorn Shops, it has maintained the dedication to fresh, delicious popcorn since they first opened at 10 West Madison Street in Chicago. The continue use of only the highest quality ingredients from local producers as Garrett Popcorn handcraft their gourmet popcorn in old-fashioned copper kettles. The best seller is the Garrett Mix: a blend of the famous CaramelCrisp and CheeseCorn recipes.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Portillo's Hot Dogs, 100 W Ontario St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
Portillo's is home to America's favorite Italian beef, burgers, salads, Chicago-style hot dogs, and chocolate cake. The first Portillo's hot dog stand known as "The Dog House" opens in 1963 on North Avenue in Villa Park.
Duration: 40 minutes

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Wyndham Garden Elk Grove Village - O'Hare Or equivalent

Day 3: Detroit Tour

Pass By: Detroit, Detroit, Michigan
Itinerary:

Detroit → Ford Piquette Avenue Plant （Optional, 75 mins）→ Ford Motor Company（30 mins）

Stop At: The Ford Piquette Avenue Plant, 461 Piquette St, Detroit, MI 48202-3547
Ford Piquette Avenue Plant
The company created and first produced the Ford Model T, the car credited with initiating the mass use of automobiles in the United States. Prior to the Model T, several other car models were assembled at the factory. We can visit the factory with hundreds of assembling workers, learn about the Ford A-T series, take a look at very rare cars, and even take photos in the very original T-car.
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

Stop At: Ford Motor Company Conference and Event Center, 1151 Village Rd, Dearborn, MI 48124-5033
General Motors Headquarters
General Motors Company is an American multinational automaker headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan. Its Headquarter is located at The Detroit River showing the how prosperous Detroit once was.
Duration: 30 minutes

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Fairfield Inn & Suites Youngstown Boardman/Poland Or equivalent

Day 4: Pittsburgh to Washington D.C. Tour

Pass By: Washington DC, Washington DC, District of Columbia
Itinerary:

Duquesne Incline(Optional, 50 mins) → Point State Park (30 mins) → Lincoln Memorial、Korean War Memorial、Vietnam Veterans Memorial (45 mins) → D.C Sightseeing Cruise(Optional, 60 mins) → the White House (20mins)


Stop At: 2 Lincoln Memorial Cir NW, Washington DC, DC 20037
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: 45 minutes

Stop At: The White House, 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20500, USA
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: National Ferry Corporation, 1320 Maine Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
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

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Courtyard by Marriott Annapolis Or equivalent

Day 5: Baltimore to Lancaster to Philadelphia to New York City

Pass By: New York City, New York City, New York
Itinerary:

US Capitol (Inside visit,120 mins) → Madame Tussaud's President Gallery (Optional, 60 mins) → Independence Hall & Liberty Bell (45 mins) → New York Night Tour (Optional, 150 mins)

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



Stop At: U.S. Capitol, East Capitol St NE & First St SE, Washington DC, DC 20004
The US Capitol
(Inside visit,120 mins)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.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Independence Hall, Chestnut Street between 5th and 6th Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Independence Hall
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: 20 minutes

Stop At: Liberty Bell Center, 6th Street Between Market and Chestnut Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19106
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: 25 minutes

Stop At: Madame Tussauds DC, 1001 F St NW, Washington DC, DC 20004-1409
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: 1 hour

Stop At: Rockefeller Center, 45 Rockefeller Plaza Rockefeller Centre, New York City, NY 10111-0100
Rockefeller 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.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. 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: 2 hours 30 minutes

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Newark International Airport Or Sheraton Edison Hotel Raritan Center Or equivalent

Day 6: New York City Tour

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.
Duration: 10 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.
Duration: 5 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.
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

Stop At: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1000 5th Ave, New York City, NY 10028-0198
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
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

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.
Duration: 1 hour

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.
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

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! In New York, you might want to taste fresh bagels. The reason why bagels taste delicious here because NYC has the best quality water in the US.

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: Courtyard by Marriott Rockaway-Mt. Arlington Or equivalent

Day 7: Niagara Falls

Pass By: Niagara Falls, NY, USA
Itinerary:

Driving through the hilly Pennsylvania and New York State, the several hours of ride becomes a perfect time to enjoy the rural sceneries, arriving Niagara Falls in the afternoon → Niagara Falls In-depth Tour(Optional, 120 mins,including Whirlpool State Park for 15 mins,Old Fort Niagara for 60 mins) → Cave of the Winds(Optional, 75 mins) → Niagara IMAX Movie (U.S Side)(Optional, 30 mins) → Maid of the Mist(Optional, 30 mins)

Special notes：

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

2.Guests can choose free tour at Niagara Park instead of In-depth Tour.



Stop At: Maid of the Mist Boat Tour, 1 Prospect St, Niagara Falls, NY 14303, USA
Maid of The Mist
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.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: IMAX Theatre Niagara Falls, 6170 Fallsview Blvd, Niagara Falls, Ontario L2G 7T8 Canada
IMAX Movie (U.S. side)
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.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Whirlpool State Park, Niagara Scenic Pkwy, Niagara Falls, NY 14303, USA
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.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Cave of the Winds, Goat Island, Niagara Falls, NY 14303
The Cave of the Winds on the New York side of Niagara Falls is an attraction which allows sightseers to walk right up to the base of the Bridal Veil Falls with water crashing down right on them and flowing beneath the decking.
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Fairfield Inn by Marriott Erie Millcreek Mall Or equivalent

Day 8: Cleveland - Chicago

Pass By: Cleveland, Cleveland, Ohio
(All day schedule)Cleveland is the biggest city along the Erie Lake in the State of Ohio. Here, we will visit the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, which is designed by the renowned designer I.M. Pei. Later on, we will head to Chicago.

Itinerary:

Cleveland → Rock N Roll Hall of Fame （Optional, 60 mins）→ Chicago

Stop At: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, 1100 Rock and Roll Blvd Main Terminal, Cleveland, OH 44114-1023
Rock N Roll Hall Of Fame
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame was actually established quite recently, in 1983. Still, induction has quickly become a massive honor, and the pipe dream of many a young musician playing too loudly in their parents' garage.
Duration: 1 hour

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