USA Gaithersburg + Niagara Falls + Washington D.C. 3-Day Tour

$278
Per Person

  • Code: GA3-11893
  • Guided Tour
  • Gaithersburg

What To Expect

Overview

  • Visit the nation’s capital at Washington, D.C., and check out its most iconic sites including the White House, Lincoln Memorial and so much more.
  • Visit the Corning Glass Center and watch the exquisite glass craftsmanship.
  • Take an in-depth visit to Niagara Falls!
  • Feel the force and power of nature while enjoying spectacular views!

Itinerary

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Day 1: Corning → Watkins Glen → Niagara Falls

Today we will be heading to the Corning Glass Museum! The museum is located 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, 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 worth the visit.

Itinerary:

Corning Museum of Glass (optional, 90 mins) → Watkins Glen State Park (optional, 60 mins, it will not be visited based on attraction closure) → Hotel → Niagara Falls Night Tour (mandatory, 90mins)

The Corning Museum of Glass

Corning Museum of Glass is a beautiful glass artwork museum! It showcases over 3,500 years’ worth of glass for you to explore from Asia, Europe, America and more! Corning Museum of Glass even contains an Innovation Center and a 35 Centuries of Glass gallery! The Innovation Center in the Corning Museum of Glass houses interactive studies of science and research! Explore the museum with us today, as we take you through its educational and engaging exhibits! It is simply the most perfect museum for anyone of any age to visit!

Watkins Glen State Park

Glen Creek has carved a dramatic gorge into the Watkins Glen hillside, resulting in a large, cavern-like network of rock formations. Within two miles, the glen's stream descends 400 feet past 200-foot cliffs, generating 19 waterfalls along its course. The gorge path winds over and under waterfalls and through the spray of Cavern Cascade.

Niagara Falls Night Tour

Enjoy some awe-inspiring sceneries and an adventure-packed experience with us on the Niagara falls night tour! Niagara Falls is actually not one waterfall, but three! Niagara Falls, the oldest state park in the United States is one of the greatest places you will ever visit in your lifetime!

  • M Hotel Buffalo / Niagara Riverside Resort Or Same level
  • Things to Know
    • Watkins Glen State Park is a summer itinerary, executed after the opening of the canyon, usually from April to October each year.
    • Since it requires parking fees and permits to enter Watkins Glen State Park and the Finger Lakes for travel buses , an additional fee of $22 per person will be charged.
    • 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).
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Day 2: Niagara Falls→New York

Niagara Falls is a group of three waterfalls at the southern end of Niagara Gorge, spanning the border between the province of Ontario in Canada and the state of New York in the United States. Formed by the Niagara River, which drains Lake Erie into Lake Ontario before going out to Atlantic by the Gulf of Saint Lawrence, the combined falls have the highest flow rate of any waterfall in North America that has a vertical drop of more than 50 m (160 ft).

Summer Itinerary: (Applied when Maid of the Mist opens)

Niagara Falls Classic Tour (Optional, 2.5 hours, including Whirlpool Park + Cave of the Winds + Maid of the Mist) → New York

Winter Itinerary: (Applied when Maid of the Mist closes)

Niagara Falls Classic Tour (Optional, 2.5 hours, including Whirlpool Park + Cave of the Winds + Old Fort Niagara State Park) → New York

Niagara Whirlpool State Park

The Niagara Whirlpool’s greatest depth is 125 feet. It is estimated that the whirlpool formed approximately 7,500 years ago by an upstream erosion of the Niagara escarpment by the Niagara River.

Cave of the Winds

The Cave of the Winds on the New York side of Niagara Falls is an attraction which allows sightseers to walk right up to the base of the Bridal Veil Falls with water crashing down right on them and flowing beneath the decking.

Maid of The Mist

It's the combination of height and volume that makes the Niagara Falls so beautiful. More than 6 million cubic ft. (168,000 cubic meters) of water lays over the crest line of the falls every minute during daytime peak tourist hours. The famous Maid of the Mist ride gets passengers as close as possible to the Niagara Falls! The Maid rides right into the mists thrown up by the roaring cascade as the Niagara River tumbles over the edge of the falls.

or Old Fort Niagara State Park

Old Fort Niagara is a rich historical landmark. It spans more than 300 years and its commanding presence on the great lake caused it to play a critical role in major wars of: The French and Indian War, the American Revolution, and the War of 1812. The gorgeous Lake Ontario lies behind the Fort too.

  • Holiday Inn Newark International Airport / Fairfield Newark Liberty International Airport Or Same level
  • Things to Know
    • Maid of the Mist Niagara Falls Boat usually closed in winter season, it will not be visited based on attraction closure.
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Day 3: Philadelphia→Washington D.C.

We will visit Washington D.C. , Monuments, museums, and Americana characterize this historic city.

Itinerary:

New York → Philadelphia → Independence National Historical Park (30 mins) → Washington D.C. → U.S. Capitol In-depth Tour (Optional, inside visit, 90 mins) + Supreme Court of the United States + Library of Congress (outside visit) → White House (outside visit, 30 mins) → Lincoln Memorial + Vietnam Veterans Memorial (45 mins)

Independence National Historical Park

This National Historical Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania serves as a way of preserving important Revolutionary War sites for future generations. Known as "America's most historic square mile," this 55-acre park in the "Old City" district definitely a site to see.

U.S. Capitol

The United States Capitol is among the most symbolically important and architecturally impressive buildings in the nation. The United States Capitol Building also holds the seat of the legislative branch in the U.S. federal government!

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Washington D.C. In-depth Tour

Ride a coach past major landmarks on the bus tour of Washington, D.C. Hop off at Air Force Memorial. Then visit the Capitol Reflecting Pool for the majestic look of the Capitol and admire the glow of the Thomas Jefferson Memorial. Take a last stop at the magnificent World War II Memorial. After this amazing sightseeing tour with by our professional guides, you’ll understand why the nation’s capital is considered one of the world’s most beautiful cities.

The 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.

Lincoln Memorial

Abraham Lincoln was assassinated on April 14, 1865, just as the Civil War was ending. By March of 1867, Congress incorporated the Lincoln Monument Association to build a memorial to the honor the 16th president. Learn all about the main features of the Lincoln Memorial, visit the statue, murals, and inscriptions and more.

Vietnam Veterans Memorial

Located north of the Lincoln Memorial near the intersection of 22nd St. The memorial includes the names of over 58,000 servicemen and women who gave their lives in service in the Vietnam Conflict. The memorial also includes "The Three Servicemen" statue and the Vietnam Women's Memorial. Since its dedication in 1982, visitors have brought offerings to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial to honor and remember those who served in the Vietnam War.

  • Springhill Suites Gaithersburg Or Same level
  • Things to Know
    • If unable to enter U.S. Capitol, the attraction will be replaced with the Washington D.C. In-depth Tour (optional).
    • Washington D.C. In-depth Tour itinerary: Air Force Memorial (20 mins)→ Thomas Jefferson Memorial(20 mins) → World War II Memorial (20 mins)

Packages

3-Day Tour

  • Single Room

    $438
  • Double Room

    $308
  • Triple Room

    $288
  • Quad Room

    $278
  • Child

    Same as Adult

Options

other fee

From April 1, 2022, a fuel surcharge of USD 5 per person per day will be added. Additional day tour will be charged separately
Fuel Surcharge
Calculated on a daily basis, if there is no car and guide service throughout the day, no fuel surcharge will be charged.
  • Single Room

    $15
  • Double Room

    $15
  • Triple Room

    $15
  • Quad Room

    $15
  • Child

    Same as Adult

Pick Up/Drop Off Information

Pick Up

LocationTimeAddress
Springhill Suites Gaithersburg07:459715 Washingtonian Blvd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878

Drop Off

LocationTime
Return to original point
Except for pickup only location
Returning time depends on the actual itinerary, weather, and traffic of the day. Pleases ask the guide on the last day of the tour.

Things to Know

Included/Exclude

  • Professional bilingual tour guide
  • Transportation (The type of vehicle used will base on the number of guests on the day. 7-seat minivan; Minivan; motorcoach)
  • Hotel (Nights is less a day of tour days);

  • Service fee (minimum US$12/person/day, any child and Infant reserving a seat have to pay the service fees as well)
  • Food and beverage (Tour guide will arrange. About breakfast: usually guests can prepare in advance or have breakfast at the first attraction/the nearest store from the hotel);
  • Any personal expenses are not listed in Fee Included.
  • U.S. Capitol + The National Archives In-depth Tour: Adult$49.5, Child (age 3-12) $39.5
  • Corning Museum of Glass: Adult $22, Senior (age 62 and above) $19, (age 17 and below) free
  • Watkins Glen+Finger Lake: Adult $22, Senior (age 65 and above) $22, Child (age 3-12) $17
  • Washington D.C. In-depth Tour: Adult $42, Senior (age 65 and above) $42,Child (age 3-12) $32
  • [Mandatory item]Niagara Falls Night Tour: Adult $45, Senior (age 65 and above) $45,Child (age 0-12) $35
  • Niagara Falls Classic Tour: Adult$75, Senior(65+) $75, Child(3-12) $65, Including Whirlpool Park + Cave of the Winds + Maid of the Mist / Old Fort Niagara State Park

Booking and Confirmation Process

  • Due to high demand, inventory is mostly synchronous but sometimes not. Our consultant will check real time availability onsite and confirm seats.
  • You will receive your booking information instantly via email. In the event that you do not receive an email from us, please check your spam folder or notify us via email.

Terms & Conditions

What is the cancellation policy?

Cancellation Period
Policy
16 or more days prior to tour departure date
Refund 85% payment
9 - 15 days prior to tour departure date
Refund 40% payment
8 days prior to tour departure date
Non-refundable

What if you miss the appointed time or departure date?

Once the booking is confirmed, an absence or failure to show up on the scheduled date or time is a no-show. No refunds or reschedules will be issued for no-shows and late arrivals

Other important information

  • The itinerary will be subject to traffic, departure date, and weather, etc.
  • This tour does not accept any City Pass or your own tickets for the attraction.
  • A valid photo ID is required to board the bus. Customers are held solely responsible for their own travel documents and/or visas if required.
  • Smoking is prohibited aboard the bus in accordance with Federal law and prohibited in all hotel rooms.
  • Concerning the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic,some recreations areas are temporially closed. The tour guide will arrange the itinerary.
  • Please arrive at the departure point 15 minutes before the scheduled time and follow the arrangement of a tour escort.
  • Please arrange your drop off point same as departure point, drop off at different point may not work.
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