Exclusive Eastern USA & Canada Tour | New York + Corning + Niagara Falls + Toronto + Montreal + Quebec + Boston 5 Days 4 Nights

Day 1: New York → Corning → Niagara Falls

Corning Glass Center

Watkins Glen State Park

Finger Lakes

Today we will be heading to the Corning Glass Museum! The museum is in western New York and is dedicated to history, art, and the science behind glassmaking. Following, we will be visiting Niagara Falls and overlooking the American Fall, we will see the Horseshoe Fall, and the Bridal Veil Fall! Here, you will be simply amazed by the beauty of the falls and what makes Niagara Falls truly worth the visit.

Itinerary:

New York → Corning Museum of Glass (Optional, 90 mins) → Watkins Glen State Park + Finger Lake (Optional, 90 mins, This optional activity is only available when Watkins Glen State Park is open.) → Niagara Falls Night Tour (Mandatory, 90mins)

Notes:

1. Watkins Glen State Park + Finger Lakes is a seasonal summer itinerary. We will visit after the state park officially opens (generally from May to October each year). Please refer to the park’s official website for the exact opening date. Once the park is closed, Watkins Glen State Park + Finger Lakes will no longer be available.

2. In order to ensure a better experience for guests, it is guaranteed that guests can watch the fireworks show at the waterfall on that day (except that there is no fireworks show on that day).

Transportation: Drive from New York to The Corning Museum of Glass

Distance: 250KM

Time: 5h

The Corning Museum of Glass

The world-renowned Corning Glass Center is located in Corning, a small town with unique style and quaint flavor in upstate New York. Although it is a small city, it is the center of the American glass industry. The status of Corning's glassand porcelain in the United States is just like the status of Jingdezhen porcelain in China, and it is also well-known in the world. Corning Glass Center can be said to be a magical glass world. Corning Glass Center has about 100,000 pieces of glass boutiques and artistic sculptures on display. These exquisite glass products are either colorful or crystal clear, dazzling and overwhelming. The Glass Center is not only a glass museum, but also a factory for the production of glass strengthening, glassware and handicrafts, and a store that sells glass and crystal products such as sunglasses, necklaces, pins, etc.

Watkins Glen State Park

Watkins Glen is located in the Finger Lakes region of New York State, USA. It is a stratified rock geology, which has been eroded by glaciers and streams, forming a unique landform. There are more than a dozen waterfalls along the approximately two-mile canyon trail. There are excellent canyon trails, waterfalls that can be admired up close, and pleasing natural scenery, providing tourists with an excellent photo spot, and it is known as the "Millennium Valley".

Finger Lake

The Finger Lakes are located in the northwest of New York State. They are a scenic spot consisting of 14 long and narrow lakes. They are named because they are arranged vertically from south to north and look like fingers. Many Hollywood stars have vacation villas or estates here.

Transportation: Drive from the Finger Lakes to Niagara Falls

Distance: 135KM

Time: 2h35m

Niagara Falls Night View Tour

During the trip, we will go to [One Park, Two Islands, Three Falls], go deep into Niagara Falls Park, and see a wide variety of exotic flowers and trees up close; stand on two islands - Goat Island and Lunar Island, and appreciate the magnificence of the Water of Thor from multiple angles in the dark; see the three major waterfalls - Horseshoe Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and American Falls, and feel the majestic momentum of nature presented by the different faces of the waterfalls under the illumination of colorful neon lights. At this time, don't forget to pick up your camera and take a photo with them.

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Day 2: Niagara Falls → Toronto

City of Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls Boat Tour

Niagara Falls Cave of the Winds

CN Tower

Toronto Chinatown

Join us as we enjoy the Niagara Falls in the morning before making our way over to Toronto! Toronto is Join us as we enjoy the Niagara Falls in the morning before making our way over to Toronto! Toronto is known for its various cultural institutions, museums, galleries, festivals, historic sites, and so much more! It attracts over 25 million tourists each and every year. Explore with us what makes Toronto so unique.

Itinerary:

Niagara Falls (Canada) → IMAX: Niagara (Canada side) (Optional, 30mins) → Hornblower Niagara Cruise (Optional, 30 mins) → Skylon Tower Observation Deck & Lunch (Optional, 120 mins) → Toronto → Toronto Sightseeing Harbour Tour (Optional, 60 mins) → CN Tower (Optional, 60 mins) → Ripley's Aquarium of Canada (Optional, 60 mins) → Dinner in Toronto Chinatown (Optional, 60 mins)

Special Note:

1. If the Toronto Sightseeing Harbour Tour is closed, the attraction will be replaced by Casa Loma (Optional, 60 mins).

Transportation: Drive from hotel to the Niagara Falls Canada Side (Due to customs procedures, the exact time may vary depending on the actual circumstances on the day.)

Distance: 25KM

Time: 1h

IMAX: Niagara (Canada side)

See everything so close in the IMAX Movie Theatre. Walk back to the past. In 45 minutes you will witness Niagara Falls' incredible stories that would take a lifetime experience! The larger-than-life Niagara Falls IMAX Experience brings reality to life on a screen over six stories high. With 12,000 watts of floor shaking digital surround sound, you'll feel like you're there. Whether it's going over Niagara Falls, scaling the top of Mount Everest or speeding around the Indy track at 230 miles per hour, IMAX films are guaranteed to take you places you've never been before!

Voyage to the Falls Boat Tour

The Niagara Falls boat is always the most famous way to have fun at Niagara Falls. Put on a thin red raincoat, take the white double-decker cruise ship, and the most exciting waterfall trip will begin. The Niagara Falls boat, which looks quite historic but very sturdy, will bravely sail all the way from the river bank to the waterfall and enter the horseshoe-shaped center circle of the waterfall. The abundant river water rushes towards you like a thousand horses galloping. Suddenly, the strangers on the boat seem to become the same boat. In the hazy water, you can personally feel the momentum and power of the waterfall. After leaving the storm circle, the cruise ship is like a small boat that has returned from a disaster, swaying towards the American Falls. When the weather is clear, the sunlight and water vapor interweave to form a long and beautiful rainbow, projected in front of the veritable "Rainbow Bridge".

Journey Behind the Falls

This is one of Niagara's oldest tourist hotspots. Take the elevator down 125 feet and through a short tunnel you will reach two outdoor observation decks and two entrances directly behind the falls. Walk to the upper and lower observation decks to experience the magic of Horseshoe Falls from directly below the falls. You will experience the spectacular sight of one-fifth of the world's fresh water rushing into the basin below. The height at the foot of the observation deck may make you "wet" or amazed, but don't forget that after all this, one-fifth of the world's fresh water, Niagara Falls, a must-see in a lifetime, will appear before your eyes!

Skylon Tower

The Skylon Tower allows visitors to get a better view of Niagara Falls. It is the closest tower to the Horseshoe Falls. It is over 100 meters high. Half of the elevator leading to the observation deck on the top of the tower is inlaid with glass, so you can enjoy the scenery while the elevator is going up and down. There are theaters and game venues in the tower, and the top floor is a revolving restaurant. You will have the opportunity to enjoy a meal in the famous 360-degree revolving restaurant, or enjoy a more family-friendly casual dining in the Summit Suite buffet restaurant in the tower. The beautiful scenery is in full view. Whether it is a romantic meal for two or a family vacation, you can enjoy the luxurious and superior dining environment and world-class culinary cuisine! During the dining period, Ride-to-the-Top and Indoor/Outdoor Observation Deck Niagara Falls are free to enter.

Transportation: Drive from Niagara Falls to Toronto

Distance: 80KM

Time: 1h30m

Toronto Sightseeing Harbour Tour

Come on board Oriole, a two-level Great Lakes steam ship replica for an exhilarating 60-minute tour of Toronto’s inner harbour. Discover the historic and contemporary sites and nuances of Toronto Harbor during this fun, informative and fully narrated 60-minute Sightseeing Harbour Tour. Enjoy the relaxing breeze, spectacular skyline, and harbour views, plus a fully licensed beverage and snack bar.

Casa Loma Royal Castle

Located high above and overlooking the city of Toronto, this century-old castle with 98 rooms is a representative of dreamy architecture, as if taking you back to the Edwardian era. You can quietly pass through the winding secret passages that extend throughout the castle, visit the beautifully decorated rooms engraved with the marks of the times, and explore the legendary memories that have been deposited for a hundred years; you can also go up to the tower to enjoy the charming and unique scenery of Toronto. Many Hollywood movies have been filmed here, and many charity events and high-society parties are often held here. The ceiling of the lobby on the first floor is beautiful plaster and exquisite carvings, inspired by the palace of the Elizabethan era.

CN Tower

The CN Tower is a symbol of Toronto and a must-see attraction for tourists visiting Toronto. From top to bottom, it consists of four parts: the base, the observation deck, the "sky canopy" and the antenna tower. The most unique feature of the CN Tower is the glass floor built on the observation deck. This fan-shaped glass floor is 342 meters high, which makes almost every tourist who tries to step on this floor eager to try and challenge themselves with an "adventurous" mood.

Ripley's Aquarium of Canada

Ripley's Aquarium of Canada is located in downtown Toronto, Canada, just southeast of the famous CN Tower. It is the largest aquarium in Canada. There are more than 16,000 marine creatures here, and it features a 96-meter-long moving passage, located in a transparent sightseeing tunnel. Above you are sharks, large rays and their lagoons. Visitors will be inspired to care for and protect the precious water world while having fun.

Toronto's Chinatown

Since 1878, Toronto's Chinatown has been gradually formed by overseas Chinese from Singapore, Vietnam and other places. At present, there are many Chinese restaurants, shops, vegetable and fruit markets, massage centers, etc., and the decoration and style are quite Chinese. Every Spring Festival is a very lively time in Chinatown. The characteristic dragon dance parade is carried out with the accompaniment of gongs and drums, which is very lively. The Dragon Boat Race held every June on Lake Ontario has become a summer entertainment event in Toronto.

Transportation: Drive from Toronto to the hotel

Distance: 120KM

Time: 2h

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Day 3: Depart from hotel → Thousand Islands → Montreal → Quebec

Old Montreal

Montreal City Hall

Old Montreal

This morning, depart from Toronto for the Thousand Islands, located on the St. Lawrence River between Canada and the United States, dotted with 1,864 individual islands. Board a yacht and pass by the most famous and charming scenic spots of the Thousand Islands. Afterwards, head north to Montreal, the largest French-speaking city in eastern Canada, known for its strong French cultural influence and often called the "Paris of North America."After the tour, we will travel by car to Quebec City.

Itinerary:

Depart from hotel → Thousand Islands → Thousand Islands Cruise (optional, 60 mins, will not be visited if the cruise closes) → Montreal → Montreal Double-Decker Sightseeing Bus (mandatory, 60 mins, will not be visited if the bus is closed due to cold weather) → Montreal City Hall (exterior view, 20 mins) → Old Montreal (90 mins) → French Dinner in Montreal (optional, 60 mins) → Quebec

Transportation: Take a car from the hotel to the Thousand Islands Cruise Terminal

Distance: 75KM

Time: 1h30m

Thousand Islands Cruise

The water of Lake Ontario flows out into the St. Lawrence River. There are 1,865 natural islands of various sizes and one artificial island in the St. Lawrence River Bay. It is called the Thousand Islands Lake, also known as the St. Lawrence Islands National Park. The Thousand Islands Lake cruise allows you to appreciate the infinite scenery. You will see various traces left by history on the edge of the island. You can take a cruise to travel among the islands and appreciate the mansions and islands of different sizes and shapes.

Transportation: Travel by car from the Thousand Islands cruise ship to Montreal

Distance: 130KM

Time: 2h30m

Double Decker Montreal

A double-decker sightseeing bus is one of the best ways to experience Montreal. The bus features two levels, with an open-air upper deck, perfect for exploring the city. The itinerary includes highlights such as Notre-Dame Basilica, allowing you to freely and comfortably appreciate the beauty of Montreal's diverse cultural landscape. Every sight, every sound, and every commentary may hold hidden surprises!

Montral City Hall

Montreal's City Hall, located north of Place Jacques Cartier in Old Montreal, was built in 1878 in the then-popular French Second Empire style. In 1922, the original building was largely destroyed by fire, prompting architect Louis Parant to rebuild it. The structure employed cutting-edge steel structures of the time. To preserve the original style, the building was modeled after the Tours City Hall in France. The roof design incorporated the then-popular Neo[1]Decorative style, and the original slate roofing was replaced with a copper roof. Bearing the hallmarks of its architectural history, the building was designated a Canadian Landmark in 1984.

Old Montreal

Old Montreal refers to the Old Port on the north bank of the St. Lawrence River and the surrounding urban area. It is the oldest neighborhood in Montreal. Revealing a strong European flavor, Old Montreal is a must-see attraction for tourists. The churches in the old city and the old stone houses with European characteristics seem to be telling the changes in people and things that it has seen over the past few hundred years through the change of seasons. The air is filled with cultural atmosphere and petty bourgeoisie sentiment!

Transportation: Travel from Montreal to the hotel

Distance: 180KM

Time: 3h

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Day 4: Quebec → Towns near Boston

Old Quebec

Today we will travel to Quebec City, a city brimming with French charm. Bilingual (English and French) street signs and billboards are everywhere, and the pedestrians are dressed in distinctly European styles. Outdoor cafes offer a romantic atmosphere, cobblestone streets provide opportunities to shop for art, and the Place de la Rpublique Louis feels like being in Paris.Afterwards, we will travel by car to a hotel in a small town near Boston to check in and rest.

Itinerary:

Quebec City → Quebec City Old Town Tour (Optional, 60 mins. Includes exterior views of Place de la Rpublique Louis, Chteau Frontenac, Parliament Buildings, and the Notre-Dame Basilica of Quebec City) → Free time in Quebec City (60 mins) → Duty-free shop (30 mins) → Cross-border customs → Towns near Boston

Old Quebec

Quebec is the only city in North America with a fortress wall. The mottled old city wall tells the unknown past. With the Royal Square as the center, there are many narrow streets from the early days of the city and ancient buildings such as the Knights Inn and the Victory Church. At the same time, it is one of the key areas of modern American colonization and development. It was listed as a World Cultural Heritage in 1985.

Transportation: Travel from Quebec to Hotel

Distance: 400KM

Time: 6h30m

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Day 5: Boston → New York

Quincy Market

Boston is a city steeped in history, yet also one of the youngest. Its prestigious universities and numerous firsts have given the city a vibrant new lease of life. Today, we'll embark on a Firsts Tour, immersing ourselves in Boston's rich history. We'll also visit Quincy Market to experience Boston's ancient heritage, shop for souvenirs, and sample authentic local cuisine. Finally, we'll return to New York.

Itinerary From :

Hotel → The Firsts of America Exploration Tour (Mandatory, 3 hours) → Quincy Market + Boston Lobster Meal (Lobster Meal for optional, 70 mins) → BOS Airport Drop-off → NYC Airport Drop-off

The Firsts of America Exploration Tour: Harvard University (1 hour, offical campus tour included) → The Old State House (the birthplace of the American Revolution and the place where the Declaration of Independence was first published) → The first subway system → The first public park → The first public botanical garden → The first large-scale free municipal library funded by the public

Transportation: Drive from the hotel to the Harvard University

Distance: 25KM

Time: 40m

The Firsts of America Exploration Tour

Boston is one of the oldest cities in the United States, with a strong academic atmosphere. After experiencing the cleansing of history, many firsts were born in Boston. Today we will visit the first university in 1636 - Harvard University, the birthplace of the American Revolution and the place where the Declaration of Independence was first published - The Old State House, the first subway system in the United States, the first public park in the United States, the first public botanical garden in the United States, and the first large-scale free municipal library invested by the public in the United States, to experience the strong historical style of Boston.

Quincy Market

Quincy Market is a well-known tourist attraction and shopping place in Boston. The characteristics of Quincy Market are its unique Romanesque architectural style, large columns and iconic triangular roofs, classic Romanesque carved gates, granite building materials and modern American-style rectangular glass, which successfully combine classical beauty with modern beauty. The two buildings next to the market are called South Market and North Market, which are a collection of various small shops, where you can find all kinds of Boston souvenirs.

Transportation: Drive from Boston to New York

Distance: 220KM

Time: 4h