NEW YORK, NIAGARA FALLS and WASHINGTON DC with NEW YORK EXT (80052010)

Guides
Local Guide for city sightseeing in Washinton DC; services of a professional Tour Director. Host service in New York, where information is provided for independent exploration and dining.

Hotels


New York City
Hampton Inn Manhattan Chelsea (ST);

Niagara Falls
Michael’s Inn (F);

Philadelphia
Holiday Inn Historic District (F);

Washington DC Area
Crowne Plaza Old Town Alexandria (F)

Meals
The option to prepurchase breakfast daily is available on this vacation and will include 5 full and 3 continental breakfasts. Please refer to the Dates & Prices box for pricing details.

Transportation
Private, deluxe air-conditioned motorcoach while touring.

Day 1:
NEW YORK. Welcome to the “Big Apple!” Enjoy time at leisure to relax or to do some independent exploring. Your Tour Director is on hand this evening to answer any questions.

Day 2:
NEW YORK CITY–CORNING–NIAGARA FALLS. Depart Manhattan, heading northwest across New Jersey through the Pocono Mountains and into upstate New York, arriving in Corning at mid-day. Late this afternoon, cross the border at Rainbow Bridge and proceed to the Canadian side of the Niagara River in the province of Ontario. Spend the next two nights in beautiful Niagara Falls.

Day 3:
NIAGARA FALLS. On this morning’s sightseeing tour, behold the spectacular falls from Table Rock. Then, board the MAID OF THE MIST for amazing close-up views. Your afternoon is free, so why not hop aboard the “People Mover” (local transport) and visit attractions such as the Butterfly Conservatory, Great Gorge Adventure, Botanical Gardens, and Niagara Parks Greenhouse, or ride the aerial cable car. Tonight, join our optional fun-filled Canadian musical. This entertaining evening includes a 5-course dinner served family style.

NOTE: The operation of the Maid of the Mist cruise is subject to favorable weather and/or river conditions. Usually, favorable conditions exist from mid-May to late-October. When weather is unfavorable, a walking tour through the scenic tunnels will be substituted.

Day 4:
NIAGARA FALLS–PHILADELPHIA. Head southeast through the Appalachian Mountains and into the Susquehanna River Valley. Then, continue to the handsome city of Philadelphia for an overnight stay.

Day 5:
PHILADELPHIA–WASHINGTON DC AREA. The “City of Brotherly Love” is also the birthplace of American Independence and is steeped in history. Our morning orientation tour focuses on the city’s historic landmarks. Then, on to the U.S. capital and seat of government, Washington DC, for a 2-night stay. Later, join the optional outing, featuring dinner followed by a tour of the city’s most famous memorials.

Day 6:
WASHINGTON DC AREA. The nation’s capital is a sightseeing treasure trove, and your half-day tour with a Local Guide features ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY, the KOREAN & VIETNAM WAR VETERANS MEMORIALS, and other well-known sights. Stop for photos at the White House, the official residence of the President of the Unites States, and Capitol Hill. The afternoon is free. Your Tour Director will suggest independent activities for exploring this fascinating city.

Day 7:
WASHINGTON DC AREA–NEW YORK CITY. Check into the Hampton Inn Manhattan Chelsea for the next two nights.

Day 8:
NEW YORK CITY. A local expert takes you on a tour of the most popular sights: Times Square, Greenwich Village, Wall Street, and Chinatown. During your free time in Manhattan, take advantage of several optional activities, such as a helicopter flight over the “city that never sleeps,” a ride up to the 86th floor of the Empire State Building, or a Manhattan harbor cruise. Your Local Host can help arrange these and other excursions, as well as offer useful shopping and dining tips.

Day 9:
NEW YORK CITY. The trip ends today with guests departing on individual schedules. Airport transfers are provided to Kennedy, LaGuardia, or Newark International Airports.

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Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
8/4/2010 - 8/12/2010	$1,419
8/20/2010 - 8/28/2010	$1,419
8/27/2010 - 9/4/2010	$1,419
9/1/2010 - 9/9/2010	$1,539
9/8/2010 - 9/16/2010	$1,539
9/10/2010 - 9/18/2010	$1,539
9/15/2010 - 9/23/2010	$1,539
9/17/2010 - 9/25/2010	$1,539
9/24/2010 - 10/2/2010	$1,539
9/29/2010 - 10/7/2010	$1,539
10/1/2010 - 10/9/2010	$1,539
10/8/2010 - 10/16/2010	$1,539
10/27/2010 - 11/4/2010	$1,539
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City Highlights
In Niagara Falls, and Washington DC; orientation tour in Philadelphia; Maid of the Mist cruise; Arlington National Cemetery; Korean and Vietnam War Veterans Memorials. Inside visits as shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable.NOTE: The operation of the Maid of the Mist cruise is subject to favorable weather and/or river conditions. Usually, favorable conditions exist from mid-May to late-October. When weather is unfavorable, a walking tour through the scenic tunnels will be substituted.

Scenic Highlights
New York, Pocono Mountains, Niagara Falls, and Philadelphia.

Price Details US
Breakfast Supplement per person: $76Single Room Supplement: $745Triple Room Reduction per person: $156

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