From New York: 5-Day Tour to Niagara Falls, Boston, and D.C.

Brooklyn, Philadelphia



Discover the best of the East Coast on a 5-day tour from New York City. Visit the White House, U.S. Capitol, and the National Archives in Washington, see the famous Niagara Falls, and explore Boston.

Highlights

  • Guided Fortune Tour of Wall Street and NYC landmarks
  • U.S. Capitol visit and National Archives viewing
  • Day and night views of Niagara Falls
  • Rides on Maid of the Mist and Cave of the Winds exploration
  • Harvard University and Boston historic landmarks tour

Description

This guided multi-city tour covers New York City, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Niagara Falls, and Boston, ideal for history and culture enthusiasts.

Day 1: New York City Tour
The itinerary includes a 150-minute Fortune Tour exploring Wall Street landmarks, optional visits to One World Trade Center Observatory (70 minutes), Liberty Cruise (60 minutes), and RiseNY (60 minutes). Landmarks featured are Wall Street, Charging Bull, Trinity Church, Rockefeller Center, Times Square, and Nasdaq MarketSite.
Accommodation options include Holiday Inn Newark International Airport, Crowne Plaza Newark Airport, and similar hotels.

Day 2: New York - Philadelphia - Washington D.C.
Visit Independence National Historical Park (30 minutes), optional U.S. Capitol in-depth tour and National Archives (120 minutes), White House exterior (30 minutes), Lincoln Memorial and Vietnam Veterans Memorial (45 minutes). If the Capitol is closed, alternative visits include Air Force Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, and World War II Memorial.
Accommodation at Springhill Suites Gaithersburg, Comfort Inn Shady Grove Gaithersburg Rockville, or similar hotels.

Day 3: Corning - Niagara Falls
Optional visits include Corning Museum of Glass (90 minutes) and Watkins Glen State Park with Finger Lakes (90 minutes, seasonal). A mandatory 90-minute Niagara Falls Night Tour features American Falls, Horseshoe Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and fireworks when available.
Hotels include Crowne Plaza Niagara Falls NY Riverside by IHG, Buffalo Marriott Niagara, Aloft Buffalo Airport, or similar.

Day 4: Niagara Falls - Boston
Summer itinerary includes a 2.5-hour optional Niagara Falls Classic Tour covering Whirlpool Park, Cave of the Winds, and Maid of the Mist. Winter itinerary features Whirlpool Park, Cave of the Winds, and Old Fort Niagara State Park before continuing to Boston.
Accommodations include Fairfield Inn Boston Tewksbury Andover, Sonesta Select Boston Lowell Chelmsford, DoubleTree by Hilton Boston Andover, or similar hotels.

Day 5: Boston - New York
The mandatory Firsts of America Exploration Tour (3 hours) includes Harvard University campus tour, Old State House, the first subway system, first public park, botanical garden, and municipal library. Also includes Quincy Market, optional Boston lobster meal (70 minutes), and airport drop-offs in Boston and New York.

Includes

  • Professional transportation with vehicle size based on guest count
  • Professional driver and guide or driver-guide
  • 4 nights hotel accommodations
  • Mandatory admission to The Firsts of America Exploration Tour, Niagara Falls Night Tour, and New York City Fortune Tour (included for bookings made after 07/28/2025)
  • Optional admissions available with 'All Tickets Inclusive' option: Liberty Cruise, RiseNY, One World Observatory, U.S. Capitol, National Archives Tour, Corning Museum of Glass, Watkins Glen State Park, Finger Lakes, Niagara Falls Classic Tour, Boston Lobster Meal
  • Service fees for tour guide and driver
  • Taxes and fees
  • Fuel surcharge

Excludes

  • Optional admissions if 'All Tickets Inclusive' option not selected
  • Gratuities
  • Meals and beverages not listed as included
  • Personal expenses not specified in included fees

Important Information

  • Booking confirms acceptance of full product description, itinerary details, and included/excluded fees.
  • Bookings before 07/28/2025 exclude mandatory tour fees and optional admissions; bookings after this date include fees based on selected options.
  • The company is not responsible for losses due to inaccurate or invalid information.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Book in advance to secure preferred optional tours and bring comfortable walking shoes for city exploration. The best time to visit Niagara Falls is during summer for all tours and winter for special seasonal routes.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes New York City, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Niagara Falls, and Boston.
Overnight stays are typically at hotels in the Newark area near New York City.
On Day 2, the tour visits Philadelphia to explore its historical sites before traveling to Washington D.C.
Yes, visiting the One World Trade Center Observatory is an optional part of the Day 1 New York City itinerary.
Yes, this is a fully guided multi-city tour covering all five days.
The tour focuses on historical and cultural experiences in cities like Philadelphia, Washington D.C., and Boston.
Optional activities such as the Liberty Cruise may require separate booking; check the tour provider’s details.
Daily start times vary; check the tour confirmation for specific Philadelphia day schedules.
The tour provides transportation from Philadelphia to Washington D.C. during Day 2.
Meal inclusion varies, so confirm with the tour details for meals provided in Philadelphia and other cities.

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