6-Day Boston, New York, Washington, Niagara Falls Tour from Boston

Day 1: Boston→New York (190 miles)

New York

Boston

Passengers will be picked up in Boston in the mid-morning. We will drive to New York today. Once we arrive, guests will have the chance to take an optional night tour of the city.

New York, NY

The Big Apple, The City That Never Sleeps, The Cultural Capital of the World... whatever you call New York City, its impact on worldwide culture and business is undeniable. Seeing this famous metropolis is something no one ever forgets!

NYC Night Tour

New York City is at its best at night! Join this special tour of the City that Never Sleeps and see for yourself the constant buzz and murmur always present under the eternally bright lights of the Big Apple.

• Sheraton/Hilton/Doubletree/Radisson/Hotel Somerset/Crowne Plaza/Courtyard/Hilton Garden/Holiday Inn or similar

Day 2: New York City (190 miles)

Wall Street

Empire State Building

Statue of Liberty

The Intrepit Sea Air Space Museum

New York Madame Tussauds

Metropolitan Museum of Art

Today the bus will pick up passengers in the morning for a tour of New York City. Stops include Wall Street, Madame Tussauds' Wax Museum, and the Empire State Building.

New York, NY

The Big Apple, The City That Never Sleeps, The Cultural Capital of the World... whatever you call New York City, its impact on worldwide culture and business is undeniable. Seeing this famous metropolis is something no one ever forgets!

Wall Street

This famous street in New York City's Financial District has become synonymous with American financial enterprises. It is also the home of the New York Stock Exchange, and has been (or still is) the location of several other exchanges.

Statue of Liberty Cruise

Although it is now known for its pale green hue, Lady Liberty was originally a shining copper statue. Oxidation has resulted in this gift from France to the United States taking on the color we see now.

Admission (Optional): Adult $29; Child (Under 12 yrs) $23; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $28|Duration: Approx. 1 Hour

Empire State Building

Soaring more than a quarter of a mile above the heart of Manhattan, the Empire State Building is the World's Most Famous Office Building. A symbol of dreams and aspirations connecting with people around the world.

Admission (Optional): Adult $37; Child (6-12 yrs, Price may vary among different plans.) $31; Senior (Over 62 yrs, Price may vary among different plans) $35; Standard Pass|Opening Hours: 8:00am - 2:00am

Intrepid Sea, Air, and Space Museum

The USS Intrepid, docked permanently in New York Harbor, is an authentic World War II aircraft carrier that now functions as a military history museum. On the deck of the ship is a collection of fighter planes.

Admission (Optional): Adult $32; Child (5-12 yrs) $25; Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum|Opening Hours: Mon - Fri 10:00am - 5:00pm, Holiday hours apply. Time subject to change. Closed Thanksgiving Day, December 25., Sat - Sun Apr 1 - Oct 31 10:00am - 6:00pm, Last admission to the submarine Growler is one hour before the Museum closes., Sat - Sun Nov 1 - Mar 31 10:00am - 5:00pm

Madame Tussauds Wax Museum

The New York City branch of this international chain of sculpture museums is one of the Big Apple's most popular spots for tourists and locals alike. Guests come from all over to see eerily lifelike wax figures.

Admission (Optional): Adult $34; Child (3-12 yrs) $29; Madame Tussauds Wax Museum|Opening Hours: Sun - Thu 9:30am - 10:00pm, Fri - Sat 9:00am - 12:00pm

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Metropolitan Museum of Art, located in New York City, is the largest art museum in the United States with among the most significant art collections.

Admission (Optional): Adult $25; Child (under 12 with adult) Free; Senior (65+) $17; Student $12|Opening Hours: Fri - Sat 10:00am - 9:00pm, Time are subject to change without further notice., Sun - Thu 10:00am - 5:30pm, Closed Thanksgiving Day, December 25, January 1, and the first Monday in May.

• Sheraton/Hilton/Doubletree/Radisson/Hotel Somerset/Crowne Plaza/Courtyard/Hilton Garden/Holiday Inn or similar

Day 3: New York → Philadelphia →Washington D.C (220 miles)

Liberty Bell

Independence Hall

Lincoln Memorial

Vietnam Veterans Memorial

Korean War Veterans Memorial

Thomas Jefferson Memorial

National Air and Space Museum in Washington DC

Potomac River

Philadelphia

Washington DC

We will travel to Philadelphia, PA in the morning to see the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, and then head to Washington, DC to see all of the famous monuments. This is also where we will spend the night.

Philadelphia, PA

One of the most historically significant cities in the United States, Philadelphia was the original American capital. The City of Brotherly Love draws history buffs and lovers of culture from all corners of the globe!

Liberty Bell

The famously cracked Liberty Bell is a sign of American Independence and spirit. Located at Liberty Bell Center in Philadelphia, PA, this symbol of the American Revolution was crafted in 1752-- more than 250 years ago.

Opening Hours: 9:00am - 7:00pm

Independence Hall

One of Philadelphia's most famous landmarks, Independence Hall in Independence National Historical Park is the location where both the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution were debated, written, and ratified by the Founding Fathers of the USA.

Opening Hours: 9:00am - 7:00pm

Washington, DC

The capital of the United States of America sits on the scenic Potomac River. Monuments, museums, and Americana characterize this historic city, which is located in the District of Columbia between the states of Maryland and Virginia.

Lincoln Memorial

This iconic American monument honors the 16th president of the United States. Abraham Lincoln was president during the American Civil War, and is most famous for the Emancipation Proclamation that freed all of the slaves in the US.

US Capitol

The famous United States Capitol is the meeting place of the US Congress, and has been for more than 200 years. The building is famous for its elaborate dome and intricately designed, detailed columns.

Vietnam Veterans Memorial

This memorial in Washington, DC serves as a place to remember the American soldier who were lost or killed during the tumultuous Vietnam War. Originally controversial in design, the simple memorial has become a shrine for the American people.

Korean War Veterans Memorial

This memorial commemorates those who served for the United States in the Korean War. It is located south of the Reflecting Pool at the National Mall. The simple memorial is triangular in shape will a circle at the top.

White House

The world-famous White House in Washington, DC is the official residence of the president of the United States and the place where most of the work is done. The facade of this neoclassical mansion is a global icon.

Jefferson Memorial

The Thomas Jefferson Memorial is a memorial to the third president of the United States. The impressive building is neoclassical in design and has been standing since 1943. It sees more than two million visitors every year. We will stay here for 2 hours during the Cherry Blossom time.

Opening Hours: 24/7

National Air and Space Museum

One of the Smithsonian Institute's museums in Washington, DC, the National Air and Space Museum chronicles the history of flight. From the Wright Brother to Buzz Aldrin, the exhibits at this museum explore all of humanity's air travels.

Opening Hours: 10:00am - 7:30pm, Open daily except December 25

Potomac River Cruise

Washington, DC sits on the shores of Virginia's Potomac River, and those who want to see the United States' capital in an exciting and innovative way can join a Potomac Cruise for a relaxing and enjoyable sightseeing experience.

Admission (Optional): Adult $26; Child (Under 12 yrs) $18; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $23|Opening Hours: Mar - Nov, Closed Thanksgiving Day, December 25, January 1.|Duration: Approx. 45 Minutes

DC Chinese Dinner

It may not be as big as the one in New York, but Washington DC's Chinatown is nothing to scoff at. With numerous specialty restaurants and eateries, the authentic Asian cuisine found here is second to none!

• Sheraton/Hilton/Radisson/Wyndham/Four Points/Crowne Plaza/Courtyard/Metro Points/Tremont Plaza or similar

Day 4: Washington DC →Corning→ Niagara Falls (428 miles)

Corning Glass Center

Niagara Falls

American Falls

Horseshoe Falls

Old Fort Niagara

We will head north to visit the Corning Glass Museum in Corning, NY. We will then continue on to Niagara Falls, NY where we will view the nighttime Illumination of the Falls. Guests can then choose either to stay in the Falls Park for self-exploration or have an in-depth tour that includes visits to the Power Vista and Old Fort Niagara.

Corning, NY

Corning is a city in Steuben County, New York, United States, on the Chemung River. The population was 11,183 at the 2010 census. It is named for Erastus Corning, an Albany financier and railroad executive who was an investor in the company that developed the community.

Corning Museum of Glass

This non-profit museum run by Corning Glass Works explores the science behind glassmaking the history of the art throughout human cultures. It contains tens of thousands of significant objects, some as much as 3,500 years old.

Admission (Optional): Adult $20; Child (Under 17 yrs) Free; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $17

Niagara Falls, NY

Among the most beautiful natural wonders in the world, Niagara Falls are comprised of three waterfalls that thunder and astound, producing a higher flow rate than any other waterfall in the world and standing at a height of 167 feet.

Old Fort Niagara

Fort Niagara and its pivotal location at the mouth of the Niagara River played a key role in the history of the US and Canada. The fort was central to struggles between the French, British, and Iroquois for the area.

Admission (Optional): Adult $12; Child (Under 11 yrs) $8; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $12|Opening Hours: Jan - Jun 9:00am - 5:00pm, Jul - Aug 9:00am - 7:00pm, Sep - Dec 9:00am - 5:00pm

Niagara Power Vista

The Niagara Power Vista takes visitors behind the scenes, and the many interactive exhibits help explain what electricity is, how the falls create it, and how it is harnessed and used. This museum is wonderful for people of all ages.

Admission (Optional): Adult $25|Opening Hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm|Duration: Approx. 40 Minutes

Niagara Falls Illumination

For more than 75 years, visitors to Niagara Falls have been able to enjoy a nighttime illumination of the impressive American and Horseshoe falls. Every night of the year at dusk, visitors can experience the falls a new way.

Admission (Optional): Adult $6; Child (Under 11 yrs) $6; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $6|Opening Hours: Daily 8:00pm, Varies Seasonally

Niagara Falls Adventure Movie

This movie and its accompanying exhibit look back on the history of human interaction with the glorious Niagara Falls, focusing heavily on the "Daredevils" who have tried to cross, jump, and throw themselves down its waters.

Admission (Optional): Adult $12; Child (Under 11 yrs) $8; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $12|Opening Hours: Daily 10:00am - 4:30pm, Time vary seasonally, Closed January 1.|Duration: Approx. 45 Minutes

• Adam's Mark/Radisson/R.I.T/Rochester Plaza/Park Plaza//Holiday Inn/Clarion Hotel or similar

Day 5: Niagara Falls→ Boston (407 miles)

Maid of the Mist

Old Fort Niagara

Niagara Falls

Goat Island

In the morning, our tour will visit Goat Island and ride the Maid of the Mist (when Maid of Mist is not operating during winter time, guests will take Jet Boat Ride instead). We will also have time to see Niagara Falls Adventure Movie. Later we will return to Boston.

Niagara Falls, NY

Among the most beautiful natural wonders in the world, Niagara Falls are comprised of three waterfalls that thunder and astound, producing a higher flow rate than any other waterfall in the world and standing at a height of 167 feet.

Maid of the Mist

This famous boat ride is perhaps Niagara Falls' most popular attraction. Get ready to get wet: the Maid of the Mist takes its passengers as close to the falls themselves as it is possible for anyone to get.

From 2018-04-27 to 2018-11-04

Admission (Optional): Adult $19.25; Child (6-12 yrs) $11.20; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $19.25|Opening Hours: Jun 16 - Aug 8 9:00am - 8:00pm, Aug 9 - Sep 2 9:00am - 7:30pm, Mon - Fri Sep 3 - Oct 3 9:00am - 5:00pm, Sat - Sun Sep 3 - Oct 3 9:00am - 6:00pm, Oct 4 - Oct 31 9:00am - 5:00pm, Nov 1 - Nov 4 10:00am - 4:00pm, Nov. 4th is the last day of operation in 2018|Duration: Approx. 20 Minutes

Goat Island

Goat Island is an Island in the Niagara River located between the two waterfalls that makes up Niagara Falls. Its Terrapin Point is often visited by tourists and offers some of the most breathtaking views of the falls.

Niagara Falls Adventure Movie

This movie and its accompanying exhibit look back on the history of human interaction with the glorious Niagara Falls, focusing heavily on the "Daredevils" who have tried to cross, jump, and throw themselves down its waters.

Admission (Optional): Adult $12; Child (Under 11 yrs) $8; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $12|Opening Hours: Daily 10:00am - 4:30pm, Time vary seasonally, Closed January 1.|Duration: Approx. 45 Minutes

• Quality Inn/Comfort Inn or similar

Day 6: Boston

Trinity Church Boston

Quincy Market

Boston

Boston Port Ship

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Massachusetts State House

Harvard University

New England Aquarium

We will take a Harbor Cruise and visit Trinity Church,MIT, Massachusetts State House, Harvard University,New England Aquarium and Quincy Market before being dropped off near our departure point around noon. See "Departure and Return Details" for pickup and dropoff information.

Boston, MA

Boston is a city as beautiful as it is historically significant. Visitors can walk the Freedom Trail and see where the seeds of the American Revolution were sown or visit the North End and look out over the harbor.

Boston Harbor Cruise

For hundred of years, Boston Harbor has been a place of dramatic importance in the United States. Now guests can experience it in a whole new way with an exciting boat tour of the area.

Admission (Optional): Adult $23; Child (Under 11 yrs) $19; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $21|Opening Hours: No service on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day|Duration: Approx. 45 Minutes

Trinity Church

Trinity Church is located in Boston's upscale Back Bay neighborhood. It is a parish of the Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts, and the elaborate and ornate building has become a landmark and icon in downtown Boston.

Opening Hours: Sun 12:00pm - 4:30pm, Tue - Sat 10:00am - 4:30pm

MIT

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, Massachusetts is a research university known the world over for its highly selective and intense academics, and MIT alumni include 24 Nobel Prize winners and 22 Rhodes Scholars.

Massachusetts State House

Perched grandly atop Beacon Hill, the Massachusetts State House has been the location of Massachusetts government since 1798. This iconic domed building houses the governor's offices and the state legislature. Tours must be scheduled in advance.

Harvard University

One of the most famous institutions of higher learning in the world, Harvard University in Cambridge, MA has been standing since 1636, making it the oldest university in the United States. Tourists come for both history and the architecture.

Quincy Market

Quincy Market in the Faneuil Hall marketplace of downtown Boston is a historic building that still serves as a souvenir marketplace and food court today. The area has expanded to include two other marketplace buildings as well.

Opening Hours: Mon - Sat 10:00am - 9:00pm, Sun 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Boston Lobster Meal

At one time, lobster was considered low-class food, barely fit to be used as fertilizer. Not so today-- the most elite are willing to shell out a fortune for a good lobster, and Massachusetts is famous for its shellfish.

Admission (Optional): Adult $35; Child $35; Senior $35

New England Aquarium

Considered one of the most enrapturing aquariums in the country, the New England Aquarium houses all manner of aquatic life in its Giant Ocean Tank and also features a large IMAX theater.

Admission (Optional): Adult $28; Child (3-11 yrs) $19; Senior (Over 60 yrs) $26|Opening Hours: Mon - Fri 9:00am - 5:00pm, Sat - Sun 9:00am - 6:00pm, Closed Thanksgiving Day, December 25.