Itinerary
Day 1: New York-- Philadelphia--Washington D.C
Stop At: New York City, New York City, New York
Today, we will drive to Philadelphia, the City of Friendship, visit the Independence Historical Park and witness the history of American independence. Then go to Washington, the political center of the United States, the capital, where the White House, U.S. Capitol are located. It also has many museums and is a famous tourist destination.
Itinerary:
New York → Philadelphia → Independence National Historical Park (30 mins) → Washington D.C. → U.S. Capitol In-depth Tour + The National Archives (Optional, inside visit, 120 mins) + Supreme Court of the United States + Library of Congress (Outside visit) → White House (Outside visit, 30 mins) → Lincoln Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial (45 mins) → Hotel
Duration: 50 minutes
Stop At: Independence National Historical Park, 143 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106-2818
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.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: U.S. Capitol, East Capitol St NE & First St SE, Washington DC, DC 20004
U.S. Capitol In-depth Tour + The National Archives (Optional, inside visit, 120 mins)
The United States Capitol is among the most symbolically important and architecturally impressive buildings in the nation. It has housed the meeting chambers of the House of Representatives and the Senate for two centuries. Enjoy a guided tour with our professional escort seeing the U.S. Capitol.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Supreme Court of the United States, 1 First St NE, Washington, DC 20543, USA
U.S. Capitol In-depth Tour + The National Archives (Optional, inside visit, 120 mins) + Supreme Court of the United States + Library of Congress (Outside visit)
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: White House, 1600 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington DC, DC 20500
White House (outside visit, 30 mins)
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.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: 2 Lincoln Memorial Cir NW, Washington DC, DC 20002
Lincoln Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial (Total 45 mins)
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.
The Korean War Veterans Memorial is located near the Lincoln Memorial on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. It was dedicated on July 27, 1995. The Memorial was designed and financed by private contributions and erected under the auspices of the Korean War Veterans Memorial Advisory Board composed of Korean War veterans appointed by President Reagan. The memorial commemorates the sacrifices of the 5.8 million Americans who served in the U.S. armed services during the three-year period of the Korean War. The War was one of the most hard fought in our history.
Duration: 45 minutes
Pass By: Washington DC, Washington DC, District of Columbia
Special Notes:
If unable to enter U.S. Capitol, the attraction will be replaced with the Washington D.C. In-depth Tour (optional for extra expense).
Washington D.C. In-depth Tour itinerary: Air Force Memorial (20 mins)→ Thomas Jefferson Memorial(20 mins) → World War II Memorial (20 mins) → Capitol Reflecting Pool (20 mins)
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Hotel:Springhill Suites Gaithersburg Or Comfort Inn Shady Grove - Gaithersburg - Rockville Or similar
Day 2: Corning-- Niagara Falls
Stop At: Corning, Corning, Finger Lakes, New York
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 (optional, 90mins)
Kindly Reminder:
1. Watkins Glen State Park is a summer itinerary, executed after the opening of the canyon, usually from April to October each year.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Corning Museum of Glass, 1 Museum Way, Corning, NY 14830-2253
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!
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Watkins Glen State Park, 1009 N Franklin St, Watkins Glen, NY 14891-1432
Watkins Glen State Park + Finger Lake (Optional, 90 mins, it will not be visited based on attraction closure)
Explore the beauty of the Watkins Glen State Park! The park 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. It even has 19 waterfalls along its course for you to explore.
Kindly Reminder:
1. Watkins Glen State Park is a summer itinerary, executed after the opening of the canyon, usually from April to October each year.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Niagara Falls State Park, 332 Prospect St, Niagara Falls, NY 14303-1106
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!
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Hotel:M Hotel Buffalo Or Niagara Riverside Resort Or similar
Day 3: Niagara Falls (US Side)--Syracuse
Stop At: Niagara Falls, NY 14301
Today we will be exploring the true beauty and nature of Niagara Falls! We will start by visiting the Niagara Whirlpool State Park and the Old Fort Niagara. Later, we will take a ride on the famous Maid of the Mist and the Whirlpool jet boat tours. Then we will go to Clinton Square, where the music and food are combined.
Itinerary:
Niagara Falls In-depth Tour (Optional, 120mins, Whirlpool State Park and Old Fort Niagara State Park included) → Maid of the Mist (Optional, 40mins, it will not be visited based on attraction closure) → Niagara Falls Daytime View (30 mins) → Clinton Square (90 mins with dinner time)
Special Notes:
1. In case of the closure of Old Fort State Park, the in-depth tour of Niagara Falls will be cancelled.
2. The Maid of the Mist Niagara Falls Boat is usually closed in winter season. It will not be visited based on attraction closure.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Fort Niagara State Park, 1 Scott Ave, Youngstown, NY 14174, USA
Niagara Falls In-depth Tour (optional, 120mins, include Whirlpool State Park and Old Fort Niagara State Park) Tour guide arranges according itinerary
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.
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.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Maid of the Mist, 1 Prospect St, Niagara Falls, NY 14303, USA
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.
Maid of the Mist (optional, 40mins, it will not be visited based on attraction closure) Tour guide arranges according itinerary
Opens during late April to early November, depends on local weather condition.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Niagara Falls State Park, 332 Prospect St, Niagara Falls, NY 14303-1106
Niagara Falls Daytime View (30 mins)
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Clinton Square, 161 W Genesee St, Syracuse, NY 13219-1748
Clinton Square (90 mins with dinner time)
Historic Clinton Square in Downtown Syracuse, NY boasts a beautiful panoramic of architecture from the 19th & early 20th centuries. Once the city's original town center, Clinton Square is home to a stunning fountain park where the Erie Canal once ran and bordering shops, salons, restaurants and pubs.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Pass By: Niagara Falls, Niagara Falls, New York
Special Notes:
1. In case of the closure of Old Fort State Park, the in-depth tour of Niagara Falls will be cancelled.
2. The Maid of the Mist Niagara Falls Boat is usually closed in winter season. It will not be visited based on attraction closure.
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Hotel:Quality Inn & Suites Watertown Fort Drum Or similar
Day 4: Thousand Islands -- New York
Stop At: Thousand Islands, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607
In the morning, head to the Thousand Islands in the northeast corner of Lake Ontario, and take a cruise to enjoy the infinite scenery of Lake Ontario. Then we will return to New York.
Itienrary:
Hotel → Thousand Island → Thousand Island Cruise (optional, 60 mins) → New York
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Thousand Islands, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607
The boat tour of the unique and impressive Thousand Islands region takes visitors by some of the most well-known locales, such as Zavikon Island, the mysterious Deer Island, and the famous Boldt Castle mansion on Heart Island.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.