New York+Philadelphia+Washington D.C.+Niagara Falls+Buffalo 5-Day Tour (Optional stay in Flushing or New Jersey)

Day 1: New York City Tour

Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises

Hudson Yards

Grand Central Terminal

Central Park

At first glance, travelling around the entirety of New York City seems impossible, but, with our organized tour designed especially for you, it will be a piece of cake! By visiting the famous landmarks, you will learn more about the city’s unique history, culture, and the core spirit of the New Yorkers!

Itinerary:

New York City Fortune Tour (Include ticket, 150 mins) → Liberty Cruise (Include ticket, 60 mins) → Hudson Yards Vessel (Outside visit, 10 mins) → Grand Central Terminal (30 mins) → Central Park (40 mins)

New York City Fortune Tour:

First Stop: Canyon of Heroes → Woolworth Building → 15 Park Row (the world’s tallest skyscraper between 1899-1901) → The Porter Building → St. Paul’s Church → Telegraph Building

Second Stop: Equitable Building → Trinity Church → Bank of New York → Federal Hall → New York Stock Exchange → Trump Building → Deutsche Bank → Charging Bull → Customs House → Standard Oil Building → Cunard Line HQ

Third Stop: Rockefeller Center (pass by Diamond District and International Gem Tower)

Fourth Stop: Pulitzer Fountain → Grand Army Plaza → Plaza Hotel → Times Square → Nasdaq MarketSite

Notes:

1. The New York City Fortune Tour attractions will be viewed by car and hiking, and we will stop at four regions.

2. The above attractions are all outside visited.

Meal arrangement:

Breakfast: Meals at your own expense; however, if the previous day involved an airport pickup, this breakfast is included.

Lunch: Include

Dinner: Include

New York City Fortune Tour

Manhattan's financial dream blossomed in New York, where almost all the world's top financial institutions are gathered. Today we will visit some classic landmark buildings in New York, the world's financial center, such as the Canyon of Heroes, Park Road Building, Trinity Church, New York Stock Exchange, Rockefeller Center, etc., to experience the rich financial and commercial atmosphere.

Liberty Cruise

Take the Statue of Liberty cruise around the island to start a one-hour tour of the Hudson River. On the way, you will see the Manhattan skyline and the scenery on both sides of the Hudson River, and overlook the Empire State Building and the World Trade Center. The cruise slowly passes by the Statue of Liberty, and you can clearly see the Statue of Liberty wearing a radiant crown, holding the torch of freedom, and holding the Declaration of Independence in her hand. It is magnificent and eye-catching, symbolizing the lofty ideals of the American people for freedom and their yearning and pursuit for a better life.

Hudson Yards Vessel

The huge structure located in the Hudson Yards landscape corridor, the center of the square and the visual focus is called Vessel. It is a honeycomb-shaped staircase, and netizens affectionately call it the "big pine cone". You can find unique beauty when appreciating the building from different angles. It is a great place to check in on your circle of friends.

Grand Central Terminal

This is one of the world's most famous train stations and a favorite filming location for many movies and American TV series, including Men in Black, Bad Boys, The Godfather, Gossip Girl, and The Avengers. The magnificent marble decorations, arched glass windows, the Kissing Room, the four-face clock, and the starry sky dome from a God's perspective will keep you dazzled. Explore the secrets of the Central Station with your guide.

Central Park

Central Park is the back garden of New York citizens. The park is beautiful in all seasons: bright red and green in spring, bright sunshine in summer, fiery red maple leaves in autumn, and silvery white and bleak in winter. Both local residents and tourists from all over the world are deeply attracted by this paradise among high-rise buildings. The park looks natural, but its landscape is actually carefully created: there are several artificial lakes, long walking trails, two skating rinks, a wildlife sanctuary, many lawns and children's playgrounds. It is also a well-known urban park in New York. From "Spider-Man" to "The Avengers", Central Park has frequently appeared in Marvel movies.

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Day 2: New York → Philadelphia → Washington D.C.

Independence National Historical Park

White House

US Capitol

Lincoln Memorial

Washington Monument

Today, we'll drive to Philadelphia, the City of Brotherly Love, to visit Independence Historical Park and witness the history of American independence. We'll then travel to Washington, D.C., the political center of the United States. Home to the White House and Congress, it's also home to numerous museums and is a renowned tourist destination.

Itinerary:

New York → Philadelphia → Independence National Historical Park (Include Liberty Bell and ndependence Hall, 45 mins) → Washington D.C. → Federal Nostalgia Journey ( Include ticket, 150 mins) → Hotel

The Itinerary of Federal Nostalgia Journey: White House (Outside visit, 30 mins) → U.S. Capitol (Inside visit, include outside visit Supreme Court of the United States & Library of Congress, 45 mins) → Lincoln Memorial+Reflecting Pool (20 mins) → Washington Monument (20 mins)

Meal arrangement:

Breakfast: In hotel breakfast

Lunch: Include

Dinner: Include

Transportation: Drive from New York to Philadelphia

Distance: 100KM

Time: 1h40m

Independence National Historical Park

Philadelphia is a land that witnessed the independence and birth of the United States. The National Independence Historical Park, built in the spirit of the American War of Independence, contains some historical buildings related to the American Revolution and the founding of the country. It is known as "the most historic square mile in the United States." In the park, you can see the Independence Square surrounded by green trees, the towering milky white clock tower, and the bronze statues of the founding heroes standing on the lawn. The overall atmosphere here makes people feel solemn and dignified.

Transportation: Drive from Independence National Historical Park to Washington D.C

Distance: 140KM

Time: 2h40m

The White House

The White House is a white neoclassical sandstone building covering an area of more than 73,000 square meters. It consists of the main building and the east and west wings. The White House is the office and residence of successive US presidents and is also synonymous with the US government. Many important US decision-making bills are signed and announced by the president in the White House. George Washington, the founding father of the United States, once expressed his views on the construction of the US President's residence: it must not be a palace, and it must not be luxurious, because the masters working here are servants of the state.

US Capitol

As the political center of the United States, Washington has many iconic political and cultural landscapes, such as the Capitol Building and the U.S. Supreme Court. Congress is composed of the Senate and the House of Representatives, and is the highest symbol of a government owned by the people, governed by the people, and enjoyed by the people. As an important landmark building in the United States, the Capitol Building has accompanied the United States through a difficult and tortuous road.

Lincoln Memorial

The Lincoln Memorial is a white ancient Greek temple-style building built to commemorate the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. It is regarded as an eternal statue of the United States and a symbol of Washington. It is also the most famous rally for the pursuit of peace and democracy. Martin Luther King delivered his speech "I Have a Dream" here.

Washington Monument

This iconic obelisk is a memorial to the commander-in-chief of the American revolutionary army and eventual the first president of the United States of America, George Washington. The massive stone structure began construction in 1848.

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Day 3: Hotel → Washington D.C. → Hotel

The National Museum of Natural History

The United States Air Force Memorial

Thomas Jefferson Memorial

Today we will first visit the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, which houses a vast collection of natural specimens, paleontological fossils, and earth science exhibitions, allowing visitors to experience the unique charm of natural science. Afterwards, go to Washington D.C. and first arrived at the The United States Air Force Memorial to pay tribute to the historical contributions and military spirit of the United States Air Force. Following, visit the Thomas Jefferson Memorial to appreciate classic architectural art and learn about the ideas and deeds of the founding fathers of the United States. Finally, visit the World War II Memorial to commemorate the history of World War II and appreciate the value of peace.

Itinerary:

Hotel → Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History (60 mins) → The United States Air Force Memorial (20 mins) → Thomas Jefferson Memorial (20 mins) → Hotel

Meal arrangement:

Breakfast: In hotel breakfast

Lunch: Include

Dinner: Include

Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History

The National Museum of Natural History is located on the north side of the National Mall. It is one of the 16 museums in the Smithsonian Museum system. Since its opening in 1910, it has collected more than 120 million exhibits, ranging from primitive dinosaur fossils and early human origin artifacts to rare animal specimens and precious minerals and gems from all over the world, which well preserves the heritage of natural science and human culture. The African wild elephant specimen in the center of the first floor hall of the museum is very large. This specimen vividly restores its original appearance on the African grassland and is regarded as the symbol of the National Museum of Natural History. In addition, the Mineral and Gem Pavilion on the second floor is famous for the blue diamond "Star of Hope".

Transportation: Drive from the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History to the United States Air Force Memorial

Distance: 5KM

Time: 10m

The United States Air Force Memorial

The US Air Force Memorial is adjacent to the Pentagon and to the north is adjacent to Arlington National Cemetery. The main body of the memorial is composed of three curved steel columns about 82 meters high and weighing 17,000 tons in total, simulating the difficult performances of the US Air Force "Thunderbirds" aerobatic team fighter planes in the air. Under the memorial are four statues of American soldiers with medals on their chests, and on both sides are bronze statues of the Air Force Honor Guard and a memorial wall of the names of missing persons killed in previous wars.

Thomas 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. It's only available during the Cherry Blossom time.

Transportation: Drive from Thomas Jefferson Memorial to Hotel

Distance: 210KM

Time: 3h50m

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Day 4: Hotel → Niagara Falls → Buffalo

Maid of the Mist

Niagara Falls Viewing Platform

Horseshoe Falls

Today we will head to Niagara Falls. First, take the Maid of the Mist sightseeing boat and experience the grandeur of Niagara Falls up close. Then head to Table Rock Centre to enjoy the complete outline of Horseshoe Falls and capture the classic panoramic view of the waterfall. Participate in the Niagara Falls night tour in the evening. The magnificent waterfall in the daytime has transformed into a dreamlike spectacle of light and shadow, presenting a completely different and charming charm. Finally, go to Buffalo to rest.

Itinerary :

Hotel → Maid of The Mist (Include ticket, 60 mins) → Table Rock Centre+Horseshoe Falls (45 mins) → Niagara Falls Night View Tour (Include ticket, 60 mins) → Buffalo

Notes:

Maid of the Mist Niagara Falls Boat usually is closed in the winter season, will not be visited based on attraction closure.

Meal arrangement:

Breakfast: In hotel breakfast

Lunch: Include

Dinner: Include

Transportation: Drive from Hotel to Niagara Falls

Distance: 220KM

Time: 3h50m

Maid of The Mist

The Maid of the Mist is the most monumental boat trip in the United States since 1846. There is no better way to experience Niagara Falls in the United States. Put on a blue raincoat and take aboard the dreamy Maid of the Mist boat to experience the refreshing mist, surging waves, and roaring waterfalls produced by more than 2 million liters of water per second. As a unique fleet of yachts, under the skilled command of captains, they have been sailing safely in the waves of the Niagara Gorge for more than 100 years and have carried tens of millions of tourists directly into the depths of the misty water.

Table Rock Centre

At the edge of the Horseshoe Falls you’ll find the famous Table Rock Complex, where millions of people from around the world travel every year for a first-class view of the majestic Niagara Falls. The "Table Rock" got its name from a large rock shelf that used to sit a little further north of where the Table Rock Complex stands today. It has fabulous lookout points that place you mere yards away from the thundering Horseshoe Falls. From here, you will experience the thrill of watching 2,800 cubic meters of water crash down to the base of the Falls below. Experience a two-level indoor viewing gallery called the Grand Hall, where a panoramic views of the falls can be appreciated up close!

Horseshoe Falls

Horseshoe Falls is the largest of the three waterfalls that collectively form Niagara Falls on the Niagara River along the Canada–United States border. Approximately 90% of the Niagara River, after diversions for hydropower generation, flows over Horseshoe Falls.

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.

Transportation: Drive from Niagara Falls to Buffalo

Distance: 25KM

Time: 30m

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Day 5: Buffalo → New York

Buffalo

New York

We will embark on a city exploration journey in Buffalo today, savoring the unique architectural charm and urban story of this second largest city in New York State. Buffalo has a strong artistic atmosphere, where one can fully experience the local cultural heritage.

Itinerary:

Buffalo → Buffalo City Tour (Include ticket, 60 mins) → New York

*If you choose to depart from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF), please book a domestic flight departing after 14:00, or an international flight departing after 14:30, on the same day.

Meal arrangement:

Breakfast: In hotel breakfast

Lunch: Include

Dinner: Self care

Transportation: Drive from Buffalo to New York

Distance: 500KM

Time: 8h30m