From Boston: 4-Day Tour to New York, D.C.&Niagara Falls
Southwest Washington, Philadelphia
Discover the highlights of the Northeast on a 4-day sightseeing tour from Boston. Enjoy stops in New York City, Philadelphia, Washington DC, and Niagara Falls.
This is a 4-day Northeast sightseeing tour from Boston, visiting New York City, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., and Niagara Falls, suitable for travelers seeking a multi-city experience.
Highlights
- Explore New York City, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., and Niagara Falls
- Visit the One World Trade Center Observatory and the USS Intrepid Museum
- Discover the Corning Museum of Glass and Watkins Glen State Park
- See Niagara Falls on both night and daytime tours
Itinerary
Day 1: Boston to New York
Depart Boston in the morning and travel to New York City.
Activities include the mandatory New York City Fortune Tour (150 minutes) and an optional Liberty Cruise (60 minutes).
Accommodation options include Holiday Inn Newark International Airport, Crowne Plaza Newark Airport, Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel, APA Hotel Woodbridge, Crowne Plaza Edison, Embassy Suites by Hilton Piscataway Somerset, or similar hotels.
Day 2: New York to Philadelphia and Washington D.C.
Travel from New York to Philadelphia, then proceed to Washington D.C., the U.S. capital.
Stops include Independence National Historical Park (30 minutes) in Philadelphia.
In Washington D.C., the optional U.S. Capitol In-depth Tour includes inside visits to the U.S. Capitol and The National Archives, plus outside visits to the Supreme Court and Library of Congress (120 minutes).
Additional stops include the White House (outside, 30 minutes) and the Lincoln Memorial, Korean War Memorial, and Vietnam Veterans Memorial (45 minutes).
If U.S. Capitol access is unavailable, the Washington D.C. In-depth Tour (optional) visits the Air Force Memorial (20 minutes), Thomas Jefferson Memorial (20 minutes), and World War II Memorial (20 minutes).
Hotels include Springhill Suites Gaithersburg, Comfort Inn Shady Grove - Gaithersburg - Rockville, or similar.
Day 3: Washington D.C. to Corning, Watkins Glen, and Niagara Falls
Visit the Corning Museum of Glass (optional, 90 minutes) and Watkins Glen State Park plus Finger Lake (optional, 90 minutes). Note that Watkins Glen State Park operates seasonally from April to October.
The evening features a mandatory Niagara Falls Night View In-depth Tour (90 minutes), with a guaranteed fireworks display when available.
Accommodation options include Sleep Inn Amherst, The Garden Place Hotel, Lockport Hotel, or similar.
Day 4: Niagara Falls to Boston
The summer itinerary (when Maid of the Mist operates) includes the Niagara Falls Classic Tour (optional, 2.5 hours) covering Whirlpool Park, Cave of the Winds, and Maid of the Mist boat ride.
The winter itinerary (when Maid of the Mist closes) includes the same tour with Old Fort Niagara State Park replacing Maid of the Mist.
Return to Boston thereafter.
Note Maid of the Mist closes seasonally in winter and is excluded during closure.
Inclusions
- Professional driver and guide (or driver-guide)
- Three nights’ hotel accommodation
- Professional vehicle transportation (vehicle type varies by group size)
- Mandatory admission to New York City Fortune Tour and Niagara Falls Night Tour (included for bookings after July 28, 2025)
- Optional admissions available with 'All Tickets Inclusive' option: U.S. Capitol and National Archives Tour, Washington D.C. In-depth Tour, Corning Museum of Glass, Watkins Glen State Park and Finger Lake, Niagara Falls Classic Tour, and Liberty Cruise
- Driver and guide service fees, taxes, and fuel surcharge
Exclusions
- Food and beverages (arranged by tour guide)
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses not listed under inclusions
- Optional admissions if 'All Tickets Inclusive' option is not selected
Important Information
- The tour schedule is enhanced during FIFA World Cup 2026 (June–July) to accommodate match days in Boston.
- For bookings before July 28, 2025, fees for mandatory New York City Fortune Tour and Niagara Falls Night Tour, plus optional admissions, are not included.
- “Buy 2 Get 2 Free” promotion applies only for departures on specified dates and requires shared accommodations with exclusive rates for three or four travelers in a single room.
- Additional charges for admission fees and expenses apply to all participants. Separate bookings are required for parties over four or those requesting separate rooms.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
For the best experience, bring comfortable walking shoes and check seasonal details before booking. Book early to secure preferred travel dates and accommodation options.