East Coast USA and Canada End Boston
East Coast USA and Canada End Boston
$5756
East Coast USA and Canada End Boston
14 Days Starting in New York City, USA and ending in Boston, USA
Visiting: New York City, Washington, D.C., Lancaster County, Corning, Niagara Falls, Toronto, Ottawa, Quebec City, Québec City, Montreal, Boston
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Tour code:
DEUSBZN20
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the East Coast of the USA and Canada, starting in the vibrant New York City and concluding in historic Boston. This cultural tour takes you through iconic cities like Washington D.C., Philadelphia, and Toronto, offering a blend of urban exploration and scenic beauty. Discover the rich history of the Amish in Lancaster County, marvel at the artistry of glassblowing in Corning, and experience the breathtaking Niagara Falls. Dive into the local culture with unique experiences such as a farm-to-table dining at Ravine Winery and a hockey lesson in Oakville. Explore the charming streets of Quebec City and Montreal, and enjoy a taste of local flavors at a traditional Sugar Shack. With expert guidance, comfortable accommodations, and a host of included meals, this tour promises a comprehensive and enriching exploration of North America's eastern gems.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Greetings From New York City
Location: New York City
Accommodation Name: New York Hilton Midtown
Meals Included: Dinner
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 City
Accommodation: Capital Hilton
Accommodation Name: Capital Hilton
Meals Included: Breakfast
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: Capital Hilton
Accommodation Name: Capital Hilton
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 40, 000 fascinating artifacts.
Day 4: Engage In The Stories Of Amish Country Dive Into Culture Stays With Stories
Location: Lancaster County
Accommodation: The Inn at Leola Village
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: Corning
Accommodation: Hilton Niagara Falls/Fallsview Hotel & Suites
Accommodation Name: Hilton Niagara Falls/Fallsview
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 Connect With Locals
Location: Niagara Falls
Accommodation: Hilton Niagara Falls/Fallsview Hotel & Suites
Accommodation Name: Hilton Niagara Falls/Fallsview
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 Experience. Upon returning to Niagara Falls enjoy the remainder of the day as you please.
Day 7: Get Expert Hockey Tips And Tricks Dive Into Culture
Location: Toronto
Accommodation: Chelsea 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: Sheraton Ottawa Hotel
Accommodation Name: Sheraton Ottawa
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we stop off in Kingston where you can enjoy lunch on your own before heading to Mādahòkì Farm for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Later we stop in Ottawa for an orientation tour of Canada's capital city.
Day 9: Unlock The Traditions Of Québec City Make Travel Matter Dive Into Culture
Location: Quebec City
Accommodation: Delta Hotels Quebec
Accommodation Name: Hotel Chateau Laurier
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Travel to Madohoki Farm for breakfast followed by a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience with a presentation of the Algonquin People including the Friendship dance. 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 have lunch at an authentic Cabane a Sucre (Sugar Shack), a tradition dear to Quebecois.
Day 10: Wander The Historic Streets Of Québec City
Location: Québec City
Accommodation: Delta Hotels Quebec
Accommodation Name: Hotel Chateau Laurier
Meals Included: Breakfast
Explore Québec 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 Québec 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: Montreal
Accommodation: Le Centre Sheraton Montréal Hotel
Accommodation Name: Le Center Sheraton Montreal
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Visit a local farmers market outside of Montréal to experience the flavors of the region during a lunch tasting including wine and cider. 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: Boston
Accommodation: Boston Park Plaza
Accommodation Name: Hilton Boston Park Plaza
Meals Included: Breakfast
Return to the United States this morning and traverse New Hampshire bound for Boston, one of the oldest cities in America.
Day 13: Engross In The History Of Boston
Location: Boston
Accommodation: Boston Park Plaza
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
The tour includes the services of an expert Travel Director and a professional Driver.
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Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
Accommodation is provided in cherry-picked hotels that are tried and trusted.
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All porterage and restaurant gratuities
All porterage and restaurant gratuities are included in the tour.
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All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
The tour covers all hotel tips, charges, and local taxes.
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Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
Daily breakfast and up to half of your evening meals are included.
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Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
The tour includes must-see sightseeing and surprise extras.
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Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
Audio headsets are provided for flexible sightseeing.
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All transport and transfers shown
All transport and transfers as shown in the itinerary are included.
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Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
Travel is provided in a 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
The tour offers optional experiences and free time for personal exploration.
What's Not Included
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Personal expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Travel insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended to be purchased separately.
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Flights
Flights to and from the starting and ending locations of the tour are not included.
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Visa fees
Visa fees and any related travel documentation are not included.
Dining Summary
- 3 Dinner (D)
- 13 Breakfast (B)
- 3 Lunch (L)
Dive Into Culture
- Leola: Inside the Homestead at Plain & Fancy Farm, you learn of Amish traditions and practices, plain clothing and life without electricity from the grid. Homestead truly provides insights into the complex riddles of a culture so very different from your own.
- Lancaster County: Visit the Corning Museum of Glass and learn about the art, history, culture, technology, science, and craft that tells the riveting story of the museum's single material, glass. It was founded in 1951 by Corning Glass Works and currently has a collection of more than 45,000 glass objects, some over 3,500 years old.
- Niagara Falls: Dive into Culture and embrace Canada's national sport, learning the secrets and superstitions of hockey players as you walk through a day in the life of a player. Go inside the players' dressing room and put on the full hockey gear with the help of a coach -grab your stick and it's off onto the ice.
- Quebec City: Dive into Culture with lunch at an authentic Cabane a Sucre (Sugar Shack), a tradition dear to Quebecois.
- Montreal: Visit a local farmers market outside of Montreal to Dive into Culture and experience the flavors of the region during a lunch tasting including wine and cider.
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with luxury air-conditioned coaches equipped with Wi-Fi, ensuring a comfortable journey across the USA and Canada. All transport and transfers are included, providing seamless travel between iconic destinations and cultural experiences.
Accommodation
Experience a variety of accommodations, from the historic Inn at Leola Village in Pennsylvania's Amish Country to the luxurious Hilton Niagara Falls/Fallsview Hotel & Suites. Enjoy serene countryside escapes and city stays with cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted for comfort and quality.
Check out our Q&As
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What unique cultural experiences are included in the tour?
The tour includes several unique cultural experiences such as visiting the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C., exploring Amish traditions in Lancaster County, learning about the art of glassblowing at the Corning Museum of Glass, and experiencing Canada's national sport of hockey in Oakville. Additionally, there are opportunities to enjoy a farm-to-table dining experience at Ravine Winery in Niagara-on-the-Lake and a traditional lunch at a Cabane a Sucre in Quebec City.
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What kind of dining experiences can I expect on this tour?
You can expect a variety of dining experiences including a farm-to-table dining experience at Ravine Winery in Niagara-on-the-Lake, a traditional lunch at a Cabane a Sucre in Quebec City, and a lunch tasting at a local farmers market outside of Montreal. The tour also includes breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals.
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Are there any special activities related to local sports on this tour?
Yes, the tour includes a special activity in Oakville where you will learn the art of playing hockey like a real Canadian hockey player. This includes putting on full hockey gear, learning the secrets and superstitions of hockey players, and getting a chance to play on the ice.
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What kind of accommodation can I expect during the tour?
The tour offers cherry-picked hotels that are tried and trusted. Some of the accommodations include the New York Hilton Midtown, Capital Hilton in Washington, The Inn at Leola Village in Lancaster County, Hilton Niagara Falls/Fallsview Hotel & Suites, Chelsea Hotel in Toronto, Sheraton Ottawa Hotel, Hotel Chateau Laurier in Quebec City, Le Centre Sheraton Montréal Hotel, and Hilton Boston Park Plaza.
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What is the MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience included in the tour?
The MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience includes a visit to the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C., which is devoted to the documentation of African American life, history, and culture. Additionally, there is a guided visit to Madahòkì Farm in Ottawa with Indigenous Cultural Ambassadors, which outlines the diversity of First Nations cultures across Canada.
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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.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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