4-day Niagara Falls, Philadelphia and Amish Country tour from NYC

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Place: New York

Duration: 96 hours

Language: English, Italian, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese, Hebrew

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Do this because

Enjoy breathtaking views of both the American and Horseshoe Falls at Niagara Falls
Visit the famous "Rocky Steps" in Philadelphia
Experience a buggy ride through the Amish country and visit a land without technology
Take pictures at all the greatest monuments in Washington DC - Lincoln Memorial, White House, Capitol Building and more

What to expect

A 4 day excursion that explores some of the best destinations on the East Coast of North America. Visit Beautiful Niagara falls from the American and Canadian sides, travel to see the birthplace of a nation in the city of brotherly love - Philadelphia, experience the life of the Amish - a people who live without technology, and learn the history of a nation in its Capital by exploring Washington DC.

Day 1:

NEW YORK – FINGER LAKES – NIAGARA FALLS

Departing from the Big Apple heading north, you'll pass the beautiful Delaware Water Gap to Watkins Glen State Park in the heart of the Finger Lakes region before walking through Watkins Glen Canyon to visit the beautiful waterfalls. You'll then continue to Niagara Falls passing Seneca Lake, arriving in the late afternoon (the winter itinerary will go to Montour Falls instead of Watkins Glen State Park). Tour the US side of Niagara including the American Falls, Goat Island and Luna Island. At night enjoy Niagara Falls where you can appreciate the colorful lighting of the waters. You'll sleep overnight at the Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham/Comfort Inn the Pointe.

Day 2:

NIAGARA FALLS – NEW JERSEY

Leaving the hotel, hear the thundering water of Niagara Falls. See the magnificent Horse Shoe Falls up close and experience the power aboard the Maid of the Mist (May-October). During winter up until April when the Maid of the Mist is closed, you'll tour the Power Vista Hydroelectric Station, along with a visit to the Cave of the winds.
At noon, you'll depart south to New York State. On the way to New York, enjoy a shopping excursion at one of the large outlet malls along the way, find your own bargain with brand name stores for less. You'll sleep La Quinta Inn & Suites in Clifton, New Jersey.

Day 3:

NEW JERSEY – PHILADELPHIA – WASHINGTON DC

Depart from New Jersey to Pennsylvania and to the city of brotherly love Philadelphia. Arriving in the historic area of Philadelphia you'll visit the famous Liberty Bell, one of the symbols of freedom in America, Constitution square and Congress Hall. Stroll through Elfreth’s alley, the oldest continuously inhabited street in America. Continue on your panoramic tour of Philadelphia that includes the financial district, Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Historic Philadelphia and more. Departing Philadelphia you'll see the famous “Rocky Steps”, then continue north to Lancaster county home of the Amish people. Ride on an authentic Amish Buggy through the Amish farm country and learn how they live without the benefit of modern technology, electricity, running water, telephone service, or appliances. After the ride you'll visit the Amish marketplace where you'll be able to shop for handmade arts crafts and products. Afterwards you'll depart then for DC where you'll relax and sleep at the Fairfield Inn & Suites Alexandria.

Day 4:

WASHINGTON DC – NEW YORK

Start the day with a visit to Thomas Jefferson Memorial, by the Tidal Basin, surrounded with famous Japanese cherry blossom trees. Visit the Arlington National Cemetery, the changing of the guard and the Kennedy family gravesite. Next stop is Capitol Hill, see the US Capitol and the White House to understand the core of the US government. Continue to the Air and Space Museum before visiting the Lincoln, Martin Luther King, Korea and Vietnam Memorials. In the late afternoon, you'll depart north for an evening arrival in New York.

Please note: The National Air and Space Museum in Washington DC has re-opened with a limited schedule/capacity. All passengers on tours departing Thursday - Sunday who wish to enter the National Air and Space Museum will be required to have a face covering, entry is not guaranteed
All passengers are required to have a proper form of identification. Passengers are responsible to ensure that visa requirements are met in advance. Valid US passport or Passport + Visa is required to cross to Canada
Luggage is limited to one piece, in addition to a small carry-on per passenger
Smoking is not permitted on the bus, and stops are provided en-route
Tour provider reserves the right to refuse seating to passengers whose behavior is inappropriate and a nuisance to the enjoyment of tour or general well-being of passengers. Seat rotation occurs at the discretion of the guide
Please be at the meeting point at least 10 minutes prior to your scheduled tour
Proof of FULL covid vaccination minimum of 14 days prior to the departure date
Negative PCR test results – test must have been taken WITHIN 72 HOURS OF ARRIVAL TO THE CANADIAN BORDER. (Tests will be checked at the Canadian border, any travelers whose results “expire” prior to arrival at the border will be denied entry to Canada by Canadian border officials). Download the ArriveCAN app to your mobile device
This tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
For tours with fewer guests, vans may be substituted - wifi and restrooms on full size buses only
Children under the age of 2 are free, please advise at time of booking if infant is traveling
In order to enjoy the full experience of the tour it is recommended to bring a face covering as it may be required for entry at certain locations
Montour Falls will replace Watkins Glenn Park during winter months when it is inaccessible
Maid of the Mist is available from mid-May until mid-October. Please have in mind that the start of the summer season is subject to weather conditions