DAY 1

Arrive New York City
Welcome to New York City. Get settled in at your hotel before meeting your Travel Director this afternoon.
Hotel: The Excelsior
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DAY 2

New York City – Philadelphia
Enjoy a guided tour of New York City with a Local Specialist. Venture south to Philadelphia and visit Independence National Historical Park. Visit the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall where the Declaration of Independence and the U. S. Constitution were both signed. The rest of the day is free.
Hotel: Holiday Inn Philadelphia-Cherry Hill
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DAY 3

Philadelphia – Washington, D.C. (2 Nights)
Drive to Washington, D. C. , the nation’s capital, where you will see many of the city’s landmarks including the The White House, The Smithsonian Museums, The Lincoln Memorial and more. The rest of the day is yours to do as you please.
Hotel: Courtyard Alexandria Old Town/Southwest
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DAY 4

Washington, D.C. Free Time
Enjoy a full day at leisure to continue exploring the capital city. Whether you want to delve into American history or visit the Smithsonian, your Travel Director will be happy to help you plan your day.
Meal: Continental Breakfast

DAY 5

Washington, D.C. – Lancaster
Enter Pennsylvania Dutch farm country, one of the largest settlements of Amish people in the world. Join a Local Specialist and learn about their way of life. This evening, perhaps join an optional Amish family-style dinner.
Hotel: Wingate by Wyndham Lancaster/PA Dutch Country
Meal: Continental Breakfast

DAY 6

Lancaster – Niagara Falls (2 Nights)
Head northwest, crossing western New York State along the Susquehanna River and through the Appalachian Mountains. Cross the border into Canada before arriving in Niagara Falls late afternoon.
Hotel: Best Western Plus Cairn Croft
Meal: Continental Breakfast

DAY 7

Niagara Falls Sightseeing and Free Time
Niagara Falls is perhaps one of the greatest natural wonders. See the Canadian and American cascades as you cruise to the base of Horseshoe Falls. The afternoon is free to relax or explore further. Perhaps partake in an optional excursion to Niagara-on-the-Lake.
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DAY 8

Niagara Falls – Toronto
Travel north this morning through the rich farmlands of the Niagara Peninsula before arriving in Toronto. The rest of the day and evening are yours to explore this multicultural city.
Hotel: Chelsea Hotel Toronto
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DAY 9

Toronto – Kingston – Ottawa
Stop in the picturesque city of Kingston and board a scenic cruise for an introduction to the beauty of Thousand Islands National Park, treasured by the locals for its serene atmosphere. Head to Ottawa where you will enjoy an orientation tour of the city’s most famous landmarks. The rest of the day is free.
Hotel: Quality Inn & Suites Gatineau
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DAY 10

Ottawa – Quebec City (2 Nights)
As you enter the French-speaking province of Quebec, you’ll notice the change in language and traditions. Arrive in Quebec City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With its narrow cobblestone streets and stone buildings, it exudes a strong European feel.
Hotel: Hôtel Universel Québec
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DAY 11

Quebec Sightseeing and Free Time
Join a Local Specialist on an exploration of Old Quebec, the historic heart of French Canada. Learn about the city’s history and culture while strolling past its many attractions and driving along the famous Plains of Abraham Park. The afternoon and evening are yours to do as you please.
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DAY 12

Quebec City – Montreal
This morning, a traditional Iconic Breakfast is served at Erabliere le Chemin du Roy. Enjoy breakfast at this Cabane a Sucre (Sugar Shack) while learning how maple syrup is made and used for various maple products. Travel through the French Canadian countryside to Montreal, one of Canada’s liveliest cities. On arrival, embark on an orientation tour of the city with a Local Specialist. This evening is free.
Hotel: Sandman Montreal Longueuil
Meal: Iconic Breakfast

DAY 13

Montreal – Boston (2 Nights)
Cross the border back into the United States with a journey into Vermont’s scenic White Mountains with quaint wooden chapels and groves of maples-a spectacular sight in autumn. Travel through New Hampshire and view the State Capitol in Concord before arriving in Boston, Massachusetts.
Hotel: Holiday Inn Express, Saugus
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DAY 14

Boston Sightseeing and Free Time
Your morning sightseeing tour introduces you to the famous Freedom Trail, a historic path winding its way through the city as it traces 350 years of history. See The Old North Church, Paul Revere’s House, bustling Faneuil Hall, Quincy Market and the Boston Harbor, site of the Tea Party and home to Old Ironsides. The afternoon is free to explore on your own.
Meal: Continental Breakfast

DAY 15

Depart Boston
Bid farewell to your Travel Director and travel companions as your trip comes to an end. If you’re not ready for your trip to come to an end, choose to extend your stay at the Holiday Inn Express in Boston or at the Excelsior Hotel New York.
Meal: Continental Breakfast

Sightseeing Highlights

• Boston Sightseeing includes the Freedom Trail, Old North Church, Paul Revere’s House, Faneuil Hall, Quincy Market and historic Boston Harbor
• Kingston Board a scenic cruise through the Thousand Islands National Park region
• Lancaster Learn about the Amish culture and way of life with a Local Specialist
• Montreal Embark on an orientation tour of the city with a Local Specialist
• New York Enjoy a guided tour with a Local Specialist
• Niagara Falls View the Canadian and American falls aboard a cruise
• Ottawa View some of the city’s well-known landmarks like Parliament Hill and Rideau Hall
• Quebec City Explore Old Quebec and other famous sites of the city with a Local Specialist
• Quebec City Iconic Breakfast at a traditional Cabane a Sucre (Sugar Shack) where you’ll learn how maple syrup is made
• Toronto Sightseeing includes the CN Tower and Chinatown
• Washington, D.C. Visit some of the city’s most famous landmarks

Dining Highlights

• 6 Breakfasts

First class travel Highlights

• Audio Headsets Provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences
• Luxury air-conditioned coach
• Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
• Variety of Optional Experiences
• City orientation tours
• An expert Travel Director and separate driver
• All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes