Eastern Discovery
11 Days Starting in New York, United States and ending in Los Angeles, United States
Visiting: New York, Boston, Québec City, Ottawa, Niagara Falls, Gettysburg, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, Los Angeles
Tour operator:
Tour code:
UED
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
25 - 30
Age range:
0-0
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
English , FrenchTrip Styles:
Interests:
Tour Overview
Embark on an 11-day cultural journey with the "Eastern Discovery" tour, starting and ending in the vibrant New York City. Experience the perfect blend of urban and rural landscapes as you traverse through New England and French Canada. Stay in carefully selected 3 and 4-star hotels, ensuring comfort and stunning views. Discover the historic charm of Boston, the picturesque beauty of Québec City, and the vibrant culture of Montréal. Marvel at the natural wonder of Niagara Falls with a thrilling Hornblower Cruise. Explore the serene Amish Country and delve into the rich history of Gettysburg. Conclude your adventure with the iconic sights of Washington D.C. and Philadelphia. With expert tour leaders, organized orientation walks, and complimentary Wi-Fi, this tour offers a seamless and enriching travel experience.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : New York
Location: New York
Accommodation Name: Hyatt Grand Central New York - 4 Star
Welcome to New York City! Meet your group and tour leader in the evening for an informal welcome at the hotel. Until then, feel free to roam the famed streets of New York like a local or rest up for our great adventure ahead!
Day 2 : New York - Boston
Location: Boston
Accommodation Name: Courtyard by Marriott Boston Brookline - 3 Star
In the morning, we kick off our adventure heading north to historic New England via Long Island. Upon arrival, tag along your guide on a walking tour ridden with historic memorilibia on the Freedom Trail. Stroll the trail which include landmarks as Boston Common, King’s Chapel, the Boston Massacre site, and pubs and taverns where the founding fathers toasted freedom! Wander the cobblestone alleys of historic Beacon Hill, hiding away a most beautiful neighbourhood. You can roam the town freely after our tour, perhaps sample a local cup of clam chowder at Quincy Market – Boston’s first-ever marketplace constructed in 1826, now full of boutiques, shops, cafes and restaurants.
Day 3 : Boston - New England - Québec City
Location: Québec City
Accommodation Name: Hotel Universel - 3 Star
Cruising the rural lands of New England through New Hampshire and Vermont, we make our way to the Great White North - Canada! Ride past quaint villages and the White Mountains providing lovely seasonal views, especially in spring! We will arrive in Québec City, Canada, in the evening. For culinary enthusiasts, you may take an optional tour to an authentic maple farm to sample bits of the lauded French-Canadian cuisine.
Day 4 : Québec City - Montréal
Location: Québec City
Accommodation Name: Best Western Ville-Marie Montréal Hôtel & Suites - 3 Star
Our adventure continues with an urban discovery in the morning. Join your guide on a tour of Québec City, the capital of a mostly French-speaking province of Canada. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage site, some of the marvellous highlights will include Québec Provincial Parliament Building and the Citadelle, followed by a walking tour of the walled city. Here you can see Chateau de Frontenac together with amazing views of Saint Lawrence River. With some time before we leave for Montréal, have a coffee break complemented by some delicious pastries. If time permits, you can also have a visit to Rue du Tresor, a colourful and picturesque open-air gallery in Old Québec. Driving on to Montréal, find your bearings on a walking tour around Vieux Port in Old Montréal with charming sights as Place Jacques Cartier & Notre Dame Basilica en route.
Day 5 : Montréal - Ottawa - Toronto
Location: Ottawa
Accommodation Name: Chelsea Hotel, Toronto - 3 Star
Next stop is the capital of Canada, Ottawa! A bustling city of beautiful parks of colourful flowers, have a panoramic ride through some of its impressive landmarks, including the gorgeous parliament building. We then journey along the 1,000 Islands Parkway towards the largest English-speaking city in Canada, Toronto! You can take some time to explore the city on your own pace or join an optional cruise on the St. Lawrance River, relaxing against the stunning scenery.
Day 6 : Toronto - Niagara Falls
Location: Niagara Falls
Accommodation Name: Best Western Plus Cairn Croft Hotel - 3 Star
Resume our discovery this morning with a drive past the impressive Toronto skyline fitted with modern skyscrapers, the CN Tower among the most notable! One of the world's tallest free-standing high-rise building, CN Tower towers over the city at 550m. If willing to bump up the adrenaline, you can take an optional tour on the tower and stand on a glass floor hanging at 300m above ground. Our voyage continues along Lake Ontario through Welland Canal before we arrive at a most fascinating natural wonder, Niagara Falls! You can freely stroll along Table Rock and the unique Floral Clock, witness the thundering drop of the Horseshoe Falls, then hop on an optional Hornblower Cruise the nevigate the base of the falls from close up!
Day 7 : Niagara Falls - Gettysburg - Amish Country
Location: Gettysburg
Accommodation Name: Wyndham Garden York - 3 Star
Biddidng farewell to the fascinating nature of Niagara falls, we ride on through the Finger Lakes Region and into the Keystone State of Pennsylvania! Our next stop is the Gettysburg National Military Park. It is here that the most decisive and largest battle of the American Civil War took place, as well as Abraham Lincoln’s famous address in 1863. After visiting Gettysburg we follow the captivating Susquehanna River, the longest river on the East Coast, to make it to pristine Amish Country Pennsylvania!
Day 8 : Amish Country- Washington, D.C.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Accommodation Name: Washington Hilton - 4 Star
Start the morning with a ride through rural countryside of Pennsylvania Dutch Country and a visit to an Amish Museum. See up close their unique 300-year old traditions to live a simple life, that is without the use of electricity, mechanical devices, modern equipment or the internet! In the afternoon we journey to the famous capital of the nation, Washington, D.C. to enjoy some personal leisure time and a good rest!
Day 9 : Washington, D.C.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Accommodation Name: Washington Hilton - 4 Star
Ready to explore the capital inside out? Tag along your expert guide to learn all about the marvellous sights such as the U.S. Capitol Building, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, the White House and Arlington National Cemetery, site of the JFK Memorial. Enjoy your personal leisure time in the afternoon, perhaps visit some of the many museums including the famous Smithsonian Institute or simply stroll the banks of the Potomac River.
Day 10 : Washington, D.C. - Philadelphia - New York City
Location: Philadelphia
Accommodation Name: Hyatt Grand Central New York - 4 Star
Leaving the capital behind, we drive onwards to Philadelphia, the “City of Brotherly Love”! Upon arrival, explore the charming historic district of the “City of Brotherly Love” and the birthplace of a nation. Enjoy a comprehensive city tour including landmarks such as the Liberty Bell and Independence National Historic Park, where the Declaration of Independence was adopted on July 4, 1776. Return to New York City to soak in the bustling world metropolitan at your own tempo in the evening.
Day 11 : New York - Departure
Location: Los Angeles
Our trip will end in Los Angeles after we bid farewell to newly-made friends and check-out of the hotel by 11am.
What's Included
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Accommodation
4 & 3 star hotels
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Meals
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Transportation
A/C coach or mini-bus
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Tour Guiding
Services of experienced tour leaders
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Orientation Walks
Organised orientation walks at some of the towns visited
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Free Wi-Fi
Complimentary hotel and coach Wi-Fi ( where available )
What's Not Included
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Any flights not mentioned above
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Travel Insurance
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Meals not stated above
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Items of a personal nature
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Tips and gestures
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Entrance fees to the sights and museums
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Optional activities
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Other services not stated in the itinerary
Add Ons
Local Payment: £0
Mode of Transport
Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned coach or mini-bus, ensuring a smooth journey between destinations with minimal transit time, while enjoying complimentary Wi-Fi where available.
Accommodation
Stay in handpicked 3 and 4-star hotels, including the Hyatt Grand Central New York, Courtyard by Marriott Boston Brookline, and Best Western Ville-Marie Montréal Hôtel & Suites, offering comfort and stunning views throughout your journey.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the Eastern Discovery tour?
The tour provides accommodation in handpicked 3 and 4-star hotels set against the best views of the surrounding landscape.
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What kind of transportation is used during the tour?
The tour uses an air-conditioned coach or mini-bus for transportation between destinations.
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Are there any guided tours included in the Eastern Discovery tour?
Yes, the tour includes services of experienced tour leaders and organized orientation walks at some of the towns visited.
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Is Wi-Fi available during the tour?
Complimentary Wi-Fi is available at the hotels and on the coach where available.
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What activities are included in the visit to Niagara Falls?
The visit to Niagara Falls includes sightseeing of the falls, and there is an optional Hornblower Cruise to navigate the base of the falls.
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What can I expect to see during the visit to Washington, D.C.?
In Washington, D.C., you will see sights such as the U.S. Capitol Building, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, the White House, and Arlington National Cemetery, site of the JFK Memorial.
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What is the focus of the visit to Amish Country?
The visit to Amish Country includes a ride through the rural countryside of Pennsylvania Dutch Country and a visit to an Amish Museum to learn about their unique 300-year-old traditions.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
There are always single travellers on our tours. If you don't mind being roomed with another single traveller of the same gender, then you do not need to pay a single supplement, however, this excludes all of our North American tours where the sharing option for a solo traveller is not available, and the single supplement must be applied if you are travelling alone. The single supplement is for travellers who would like to stay in a private room for the duration of the tour. PLEASE NOTE: The single private option is not always available, especially for sailing tours and camping.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Our tours are suitable for any traveller above 18 years old. The majority of Travel Talkers are from the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, USA, Canada or Europe, however we always have travellers from all over the world. What brings them together is a passion for travel, discovering authentic cultures and experiencing unique adventures with like-minded travellers.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
At Travel Talk, we believe that travel is a force for good and show our support through various initiatives and charity organizations, as well as keeping the principals of responsible and sustainable travel at the core of our ethos. These values are engrained in our business culture and the design of our trips just the same. Together with our guests, we strive to make a positive impact on local p
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Over 20 years
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