Great Eastern Cities, 8 Nights

Tour Itinerary

New York

3 nights' accommodation at New Yorker, New York
Today you'll arrive in the Big Apple where you'll be met by our friendly, professional reps and transferred to your comfortable Midtown Manhattan hotel. Settle in and then it's time to explore the sights and sounds of one of the world's most vibrant cities. From the uptown glitz of the Upper West Side to the downtown bohemian chic of the Greenwich Village and SoHo, from Chinatown to Little Italy, from Central Park to Midtown, each neighbourhood on this fast-paced island is entirely unique. Sights to pack in include the Empire State Building, free Staten Island ferry, shopping at Macy's, Bloomingdale's and along Fifth Avenue, a quiet stroll around Central Park and photo opportunities in neon-filled Times Square.

New York - Niagara Falls

1 night's accommodation at Crowne Plaza Falls View Niagara Falls
The main attraction at Niagara Falls is its spectacular waterfall. See the power of 6 million cubic feet of water gushing over the crest every minute. There are 2 major sections of waterfall to explore, the Horseshoe Falls on the Canadian side of the border, and the American Falls back in the USA. You can see the powerful falls from many different angles; boat, helicopter, even from the top of the Skylon Tower, which hovers 775ft above the Niagara Gorge. But that's not all Niagara is about. Over the years, it has evolved from a strategic military post to a world-class, year-round holiday destination. Attractions include Casino Niagara with 123 gaming tables and 3,000 slot machines. Dinner shows are also popular and particularly recommended is Oh Canada Eh? - an award-winning musical that celebrates the homeland. Another sightseeing must is the IMAX Theatre - bringing reality to life with ground-breaking photographic techniques and state-of-the-art technology. Canada One Factory Outlets are a must for shopaholics.

Niagara Falls - Amish Country

1 night's accommodation at Country Inn & Suites Lewisburg
After a full morning exploring the spectacular power of Niagara Falls, riding the Maid of the Mist boat into the waterfall's powerful spray (warning, you'll get soaked!), wander along Table Rock for some great photo opportunities, then set off for the picturesque Finger Lakes region of New York where you can see gorgeous glacier lakes and enjoy great local wines.

Amish Country - Gettysburg - Washington DC

2 nights' accommodation at Renaissance Washington DC Downtown
Today you'll travel south through pretty scenery, including the Appalachian Mountains, and along the picturesque Susquehanna River. Then there's time to stop at historic Gettysburg, where a key battle in the US Civil War took place, as well as the famous Gettysburg Address by president Abraham Lincoln. After this interesting history lesson, continue down to America's seat of power and the nation's capital, Washington DC. There's an optional evening city tour, or you can just relax and enjoy a meal in one of the many excellent restaurants in hip areas such as Georgetown or Adam's Morgan. Next day, explore some of this city's world-famous landmarks on a special excursion. These include 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, that's the White House to you and me, the majestic US Capitol building, the FBI Building (don't do anything naughty here!), the Arlington National Cemetery, where JFK is buried, and other famous monuments. Spend the afternoon at leisure exploring the Smithsonian Institution, a collection of free museums covering everything from art to space exploration. Aside from culture, there's great shopping at Union Station, a living and working museum that boasts over 130 unique shops and restaurants.

Washington DC - New York City

1 night's accommodation at New Yorker, New York
There's further sightseeing on the agenda this morning as you leave DC and head north to the historic city of Philadelphia, where you'll discover key elements of the United States' history. These include Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence from us Brits was debated and adopted, and the Liberty Bell, an important symbol of freedom, independence, equality and liberty to the Americans. After this monumental visit, it's back on the coach to the Big Apple where you have 1 final night to enjoy the sights and sounds of this spectacular city.

Please Note: This tour is operated by ATI. Hotels are subject to change.

departure dates 2012

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