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5-Day New York, Boston, Niagara Falls East Coast Tour from New York Tour Code: 278-970

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Thu, Sun
New York, NY; Flushing, NY; Brooklyn, NY
English; Mandarin Chinese
5 4
Visit Niagara Falls, New York, Boston, Corning, Washington, DC, Philadelphia.
  • U.S. side only - Passengers do not need a visa/passport to join this tour.
Price (/person)
    Single $658
    Double $418
    3rd Person
    Adult $338
    Child
    (Age 0-12)    		 $338
    4th Person
    Adult $298
    Child
    (Age 0-12)    		 $298

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    (1) Offer applies to 3 or 4 people sharing one room. Prices are already adjusted. (2) Cancellation of discounted-fare passenger must be made at least 3 days before departure. (3) No-show (or late cancellation) of discounted-fare passenger incurs $298 penalty fee for the reserved bus seat.
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Day 1: New York City

Today, we are going to explore the Big Apple, New York City.
Financial Center: We will walk on the Wall Street, and visit Trinity Church, New York Stock Exchange and Federal Reserve Bank of New York. You will also have a chance to take a picture with the statue of George Washington and the Charging Bull. You can get on top of the One World Trade Center to overlook the city. (If One World Observatory is closed, Empire State Buiding will be the replacement) .
American Spirit : Then we will take Statue of Liberty Cruise getting a view of Manhattan, Statue of Liberty and photo with Brooklyn Bridge, followed by Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum .
Landmark exploration: Explore the famous landmarks of America by visiting Times Square, NASDAQ Stock Exchange and Broadway theatre.
Best of the world: Take an in-depth tour of the Metropolitan Museum of Art or walk in the Central Park.

  • New York, NY

    New York, NY
    The Big Apple, The City That Never Sleeps, The Cultural Capital of the World... whatever you call New York City, its impact on worldwide culture and business is undeniable. Seeing this famous metropolis is something no one ever forgets!

    One World Trade Center

    One World Trade Center
    One World Trade Center is the main building of the new World Trade Center complex in New York City. Once completed in late 2013, this will be both the tallest building in New York and third-tallest in the world.

    Admission (Optional): Adult $48; Child (3-12 yrs) $40; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $46

    Empire State Building

    Empire State Building
    One of the most famous buildings in the world, the iconic Empire State Building is not just a symbol or New York City or the East Coast, but of the entire United States of America.

    Admission (Optional): Adult $38; Child (Under 12 yrs) $32; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $36|Duration: Approx. 50 Minutes

    Trinity Church

    Trinity Church
    Built in the mid-1800s, 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.

    New York Stock Exchange

    New York Stock Exchange
    The "big board" and headquarters of the NYSE is located at the heart of Wall Street, in a distinctive classical-style building that is both a National Historic Landmark and a member of the National Register of Historic Places.

    Federal Reserve Bank of New York

    where implements monetary policy in the United States, and supervises & regulates financial institutions as well as assist maintain national payment systems.

    Wall Street

    Wall Street
    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.

    Charging Bull

    Charging Bull
    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.

    Statue of Liberty Cruise

    Statue of Liberty Cruise
    Although it is now known for its pale green hue, Lady Liberty was originally a shining copper statue. Oxidation has resulted in this gift from France to the United States taking on the color we see now.

    Admission (Optional): Adult $48; Child (Under 12 yrs) $42; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $42|Duration: Approx. 1 Hour

    Brooklyn Bridge

    Brooklyn Bridge
    Easily one of New York City's most recognizable landmarks, the towering arches of the Brooklyn Bridge have welcomed drivers to the island of Manhattan for years. The two automobile lanes of the bridge are divided by a designated pedestrian walkway.

    Manhattan Bridge

    Manhattan Bridge
    One of the bridges that connects the boroughs of Manhattan and Brooklyn, construction of the Manhattan Bridge began in 1901. At the Manhattan entrance to the bridge, there is a magnificent triumphal arch beckoning traffic onto the suspension bridge.

    Williamsburg Bridge

    One of the many famous suspension bridges that connect to the island of Manhattan, the Williamsburg Bridge carries traffic from the Brooklyn neighborhood of the same name to the Lower East Side.

    Intrepid Sea, Air, and Space Museum

    Intrepid Sea, Air, and Space Museum
    The USS Intrepid, docked permanently in New York Harbor, is an authentic World War II aircraft carrier that now functions as a military history museum. On the deck of the ship is a collection of fighter planes.

    Admission (Optional): Adult $36; Child (5-12 yrs) $26; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $34

    Times Square

    Times Square
    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.

    The Metropolitan Museum of Art

    The Metropolitan Museum of Art
    The "Met," as it is colloquially known, was founded privately in 1870, and now sees more than 5 million visitors annually. It is a US National Historic Landmark, and an icon of New York City.

    Admission (Optional): Adult $25; Child (Under 12 yrs) Free; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $17|Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes

    Central Park

    Central Park
    New York City's world-famous park sees over 35 million visitors every year, and not without reason. From playgrounds to ponds, horse carriages to bird-watching, and ice skating to rock climbing, the possibilities are endless in the 843-acre commons.
Standard Hotel: Holiday Inn or similar

Day 2: New York - Philadelphia - Washington DC (462 miles)

Today, we will visit Philadelphia to take a Ancient Capital Ruins tour, which we will see Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. Afterwards we will continue on to Washington, DC to take a Capitol 360 tour and see the American Remark. Also we can take an optional President Explore In-Depth Tour to know more about presidents.

  • Philadelphia, PA

    Philadelphia, PA
    One of the most historically significant cities in the United States, Philadelphia was the first capital of the U.S.The City of Brotherly Love draws history buffs and lovers of culture from all corners of the globe!

    Philadelphia Ancient Capital Ruins

    Entering the National Independence Park, exterior view Independence Palace, the birthplace of the Declaration of Independence, the United States Constitution, and the Bill of Rights, exterior view the Liberty Bell, which symbolizes American freedom.

    Duration: Approx. 40 Minutes

    Independence National Historical Park

    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.

    Independence Hall

    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.

    Liberty Bell

    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.

  • Washington, DC

    Washington, DC
    The capital of the United States of America sits on the scenic Potomac River. Monuments, museums, and Americana characterize this historic city, which is located in the District of Columbia between the states of Maryland and Virginia.

    Capitol 360 Panorama Tour

    Touring the DC center on the bus, then take photos in front of the Capitol building, then take the Potomac River Cruise to see many of the area's most historic landmarks and memorials in a unique way.

    Washington DC Cruise fee not included.

    Duration: Approx. 2 Hours

    Washington DC Cruise

    Washington's majestic monuments, landmarks, buildings, and bridges - the Lincoln Memorial, the Jefferson Memorial, the Washington Monument, and the John F. Kennedy Center, just to name a few.

    Tour Fee (Optional): Adult $25; Child (3-12 yrs) $15; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $25

    American Remark Tour

    Exterior view South Gate of the White House South Lawn, outside view of U.S. Department of the Treasury.

    Duration: Approx. 1 Hour

    President Explore In-Depth Tour

    Visit inside of the Lincoln Memorial, the Vietnam War Memorial, and the Korean War Memorial.

    Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes

Standard Hotel: Holiday Inn or similar

Day 3: Washington DC - Hershey - Corning - Watkins Glen - Niagara Fall (481 miles)

Today we will enter Hershey Town to visit Hershey's Chocolate World , see the whole process of chocolate production. Then we will go to visit Corning Glass Museum. We will also go to visit the Watkins Glen (*Considering of the time/traffic/weather). After that, we'll drive to Niagara Falls and have a chance to take the Colorful waterfall tour.
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Standard Hotel: Holiday Inn or similar / Niagara Inn with walking distance to the Falls

Day 4: Niagara Falls - Boston (467 miles)

Today we will visit the Niagara Falls where we will take the Touching Niagara Fall. When back to the shore after the end falls, we will come to the foot of the waterfall by following the tour guide. Afterwards, we come to state park, where are many amusements and small shops in the summer, and sometimes a local flea market, selling local Indian artifacts. You can choose enjoy free time or take an optional Niagara Scenic In-Depth Tour. Afterwards, we will continue to Boston. We will take a World-famous university tour including the Harvard University and passing by Massachusetts institute of technology. After we arrived at Boston China Town, you can enjoy Boston Lobster Meal on your own expenses.

  • Niagara Falls, NY

    Niagara Falls, NY
    Among the most beautiful natural wonders in the world, Niagara Falls are comprised of three waterfalls that thunder and astound, producing a higher flow rate than any other waterfall in the world and standing at a height of 167 feet.

    Touching Niagara Fall

    Overlook the spectacular Niagara Fall on viewing waterfall observation deck. Watch the Niagara Falls IMAX movie (winter) or take the Maid of Mist (summer). Then along Niagara wooden walkway, climb halfway up the hill to the American Falls and come to State Park. Take the elevator through the Wind Cave to the foot of the waterfall. Then follow the car to the downstream of the waterfall, experience the vortex formed by the water flowing down the waterfall at Whirlpool State Park and the invention and operation of the Niagara Power Vista.

    Duration: Approx. 2 Hours

    Maid of the Mist

    Maid of the Mist
    This famous boat ride is perhaps Niagara Falls' most popular attraction. Get ready to get wet: the Maid of the Mist takes its passengers as close to the falls themselves as it is possible for anyone to get.

    Admission (Optional): Adult $25.25; Child (3-12 yrs) $14.75; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $25.25|Opening Hours: Apr 29 - Nov 6|Duration: Approx. 20 Minutes

    Niagara Falls Scenic In-Depth Tour

    An in-depth tour of this famous and historic area takes passengers through some of the lesser-known stories that surround Niagara Falls. We will visit Cave of the Winds (admission included, we will visit Old Fort Niagara instead if close), Hydroelectric power station and Whirlpool State Park.

    Tour Fee (Optional): Adult $29; Child (3-12 yrs) $25; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $27|Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes

    Cave of the Winds

    Cave of the Winds
    The Cave of the Winds on the New York side of Niagara Falls is an attraction which allows people to walk along pathways on the river at the base of the American Falls. It is open year around depending on weather conditions.

  • Boston, MA

    Boston, MA
    Boston is a city as beautiful as it is historically significant. Visitors can walk the Freedom Trail and see where the seeds of the American Revolution were sown or visit the North End and look out over the harbor.

    World-famous University

    Firstly we go inside Harvard Campus, standing on the doorstep of the Harvard library to take a "graduation picture", touch the legend of the "Mr. Harvard statue". Passing by Harvard students' dormitory and Harvard Principal's Office Building. Then we will pass by Massachusetts institute of technology. Across Charles river where Harvard students rowing Dragon Boat Race every year and see famous Berklee College of Music. At night we will come to Boston Chinatown (60 minutes) to enjoy the local food, such as the very famous Boston lobster dinner (Meal costs on your own).

    Tour Fee (Optional): Adult $16; Child (3-12 yrs) $10; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $16|Duration: Approx. 1 Hour

    Harvard University

    Harvard University
    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.

    MIT

    MIT
    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.

    Boston Lobster Meal

    At one time, lobster was considered low-class food, barely fit to be used as fertilizer. Not so today-- the most elite are willing to shell out a fortune for a good lobster, and Massachusetts is famous for its shellfish.

    Tour Fee (Optional): Adult $40; Child $40; Senior $40

Standard Hotel: Comfort inn/Best western/Quality inn or similar

Day 5: Boston - New York (218 miles)

In the morning, we will visit the campuses of Harvard University pass by MIT, Charles River and Berklee College of Music. Then, we will see the World-famous Building of Boston like John Hancock Tower, Trinity Church. Brings you a deep tour of walking to Boston Freedom Trail. And be able to take a Boston Harbor cruise to see views of the city from the water. After that, we will visit Yale University in New Haven. Then we will go back to New York. Please refer to the "Departure & Return" for more details about pick up and drop off.
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Find Closest Pickup
Location Address Departure Return
Brooklyn, NY 6301 8th Ave, New York, NY 11220 7:00am
Remark:Pickup only, no drop off
Flushing, NY 135-20 39th Ave, Flushing, NY 11354 (In front of the Sheraton hotel- Flushing, NY ) 7:00am 9:00pm
New York, NY 183 Centre St, New York, NY 10013 (In front of Eastbank- Manhattan, NY ) 8:00am 7:30pm

*Return time is an estimate and varies based on traffic and weather conditions.

Price Includes

  • 4 nights hotel accommodation
  • Transportation via air conditioned motor coach; or via 7-Seat/15-Seat minibus, subject to guest numbers
  • Tour guide Level 2: semi-guided tour
  • All taxes

Price Excludes

Destination Adult Child Senior
Boston, MA
Boston Harbor Cruise (Optional) $46 $41 (Under 11 yrs) $46 (Over 65 yrs)
Boston Lobster Meal (Optional) $40 $40 $40
Harvard University In-Depth Tour (Optional)
Harvard University Campus Tour + Freedom Trail
 $45 $40 (3-12 yrs) $45
World-famous University (Optional) $16 $10 (3-12 yrs) $16 (Over 65 yrs)
Corning, NY
Corning Museum of Glass (Optional) $22 Free (3-12 yrs) $19 (Over 65 yrs)
Hershey
Hershey World 4D Movie (Optional) $8.20 $7.20 (3-12 yrs) $8.20 (Over 62 yrs)
New Haven, CT
Yale University In-Depth Tour (Optional) $20 $16 (Under 12 yrs) $20
New York, NY
Empire State Building (Optional) $38 $32 (Under 12 yrs) $36 (Over 65 yrs)
Intrepid Sea, Air, and Space Museum (Optional) $36 $26 (5-12 yrs) $34 (Over 65 yrs)
One World Trade Center (Optional) $48 $40 (3-12 yrs) $46 (Over 65 yrs)
Statue of Liberty Cruise (Optional) $48 $42 (Under 12 yrs) $42 (Over 65 yrs)
The Metropolitan Museum of Art (Optional) $25 Free (Under 12 yrs) $17 (Over 65 yrs)
Niagara Falls, NY
Colorful waterfall (Optional) $35 $25 (Under 12 yrs) $35 (Over 65 yrs)
Maid of the Mist (Optional) $25.25 $14.75 (3-12 yrs) $25.25 (Over 65 yrs)
Niagara Falls Scenic In-Depth Tour (Optional) $29 $25 (3-12 yrs) $27 (Over 65 yrs)
Washington, DC
Washington DC Cruise (Optional) $25 $15 (3-12 yrs) $25 (Over 65 yrs)
Watkins Glen, NY
Watkins Glen State Park (Optional) $15 $10 (3-12 yrs) $15 (Over 65 yrs)
  • Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
  • If you would like to join the optional activities, please pay the fee in cash to the tour guide. You cannot buy / use the tickets on your own or use City Passes. The tour guide will arrange the tickets for the group.
  • Air fares between your hometown and the departure city.
  • All meals and drinks during the trip are not included in tour price. The tour guide will make eating arrangements.
  • Mandatory service fees: A total of $12.00/day per passenger. Any child / Infant reserving a seat will have to pay the service fees as well. Ex: 2 people taking a 2-day tour would pay: $12 x 2 (seats) x 2 (days) = $48.
  • Personal room fees such as laundry or valet services, telephone calls, or alcoholic beverages/ mini bar items, unless they are otherwise specified.
  • Any private expenses

Additional Note

  • Hotel pricing: Prices are based on two adults sharing. Single room occupancy requires an extra fee. Double, triple & quad prices are for two, three, and four people, staying in one room, respectively (including children). Each hotel room can only accommodate a maximum of 4 guests (adults or children). Each guest room comes standard with two full-sized or one queen-sized bed.
  • Travel documents: All customers will be responsible for providing their own travel documents and visa if required.
  • Language: All tours are escorted by professional bi- or multi-lingual tour guides and/or drivers (English/Chinese). Depending on the number of passengers booked for a particular departure, tours and/or languages may be combined to operate the tours.
  • Child Seat: According to the New York law regulation Children who are under 8 years may need a car seat to take our tours depends on the transportation vehicle. Customers will need to prepare car seats themselves, the tour operator is not responsible to provide car seats.

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  • Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a receipt of booking by email. Within 36 hours of submitting your reservation you will receive a confirmation email confirming the booking status.

Redemption

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  • BOOKING AND RESERVATION
    Tour operator suggests each passenger books tours at least one day before the departure date. Yet, this product is available last minute booking as long as there is an inventory on the page. The seats will not be assigned until the reservation has been made. The passenger may require to provide name, phone number, and address and specify the designated tour and date of travel.
  • SEAT ASSIGNMENT
    All seats are pre-assigned that based on a first come first serve basis after the reservation. For special needs, customers could add the first rows option before check-out. The additional price might be applied.
  • TRAVEL DOCUMENTS
    Each passenger must carry a valid travel document. (Valid visa for countries needed) (E.g. Green Card, Passport, Re-Entry Permit, and etc.) Tour operator is not responsible for lost or stolen personal items.
  • CANCELLATION OR CHANGE POLICY
    All cancellations or changes of date must comply 48 hours before departure. The full refund will be credited directly to your TakeTours wallet as credits for future use. The refund can also be forwarded directly to your credit card with a 6% handling fee.
  • BOARDING TIME AND PLACE
    All passengers must arrive 30 minutes before departure time. All passengers must show a photo ID and boarding pass or tickets for boarding; absolutely no boarding without tickets. Departure time and boarding location will be confirmed after the reservation is made.
  • TRAVEL INSURANCE
    The tour operator is not responsible for any loss of or damage to personal items, or personal injury that may occur on or during the tour. It is optional that passengers to buy travel insurance.
  • RESPONSIBILITY
    (1) Tour operator reserves the right to substitute hotels and alter the itinerary, withdraw any tour and make any desirable alteration for the convenience of the operation of the tour.
    (2) Tour operator reserves the right to alter the tour program and itinerary order may be different than displayed online, the tour guide will arrange it accordingly depending on the traffic, hotel arrangement, and attractions opening time, etc.
    (3) Tour operator reserves the right to cancel the tour prior to departure for any reason. By accepting our policy, the passenger must agree that the tour operator shall hold no responsibilities in itinerary alterations, delays or cancellation strikes, sickness, theft, loss, accidents, weather, bus issues or any other causes.
    (4) Each group requires a minimum of 10 passengers to operate a departure. The tour operator reserves the right to cancel a departure due to not meeting this basic requirement. Liability for such cancellation is limited to a full refund of the money received by us, and this will constitute full settlement with Tour Department.
    (5) Tour operator reserves the right to decline to accept or retain any tour member for any reason before or during the tour.
    (6) All prices are subject to change without prior notice.
    (7) All itineraries are subject to change without notice.
    (8) All passengers must obtain a valid passport and all entry/exit visa as required by immigration regulation.
    (9) If the passenger has any special request to leave the tour in a certain place during the tour, it is their responsibility to notify tour operator in advance to confirm upon booking the tour.
    (10) Passenger must be self-reliant; those who require assistance must be accompanied by a friend or relative. Tour operator is NOT able to provide individual assistance for any passenger.
    (11) Passengers should inform the escort or hotel reception if they are to use the hotel swimming pool. All children should be accompanied by their parents while using the pool. No lifeguard on premises swim at your own risk.
    (12) Passenger(s) are responsible for his or her belonging(s). Tour operator will NOT longer provide services to track or trace any personal item(s).

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Which hotels are included in this package?
by Cay on 2014-04-28
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Hi, the standard hotel will be included such as Quality Inn, Comfort Inn or similar. Thank you!
by Taketours on 2014-04-28
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Day 3: Washington DC - Hershey - Corning - Watkins Glen - Niagara Fall (481 miles)

Today we will enter Hershey Town to visit Hershey's Chocolate World , see the whole process of chocolate production. Then we will go to visit Corning Glass Museum. We will also go to visit the Watkins Glen (*Considering of the time/traffic/weather). After that, we'll drive to Niagara Falls and have a chance to take the Colorful waterfall tour.

Standard Hotel: Holiday Inn or similar / Niagara Inn with walking distance to the Falls

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