Washington D.C. ,Niagara Falls 5-Day Tour from New York

Day 1: Home --Airplane-- New York City

1. 12h
   (EWR) Pickup Information
   
   Terminal A:
   Private pickup: Landing → Contact pickup staff → Collect luggage → Exit terminal → Wait at Passenger Pickup Zone 5 or 6.
   
   Hotel shuttle: Collect luggage → Follow AirTrain signs → Take AirTrain to P3 Station → Go to Hotel Shuttles Area 1 → Take hotel shuttle → Show passport/ID at hotel front desk.
   
   Terminal B:
   International: Immigration → Collect luggage → Exit through Door 2 → Cross the road → Wait at Passenger Pickup Zone 4.
   Domestic: Collect luggage → Exit through Door 2 → Wait at Zone 4.
   
   Hotel shuttle: Follow AirTrain signs → Take AirTrain to P3 Station → Go to Hotel Shuttles Area 1 → Take hotel shuttle → Show passport/ID at hotel front desk.
   
   Terminal C:
   Private pickup: Collect luggage → Exit terminal → Follow Passenger Pick Up signs → Wait at Zones 1–3.
   
   Hotel shuttle: Follow AirTrain signs → Take AirTrain to P3 Station → Go to Hotel Shuttles Area 1 → Take hotel shuttle → Show passport/ID at hotel front desk.
2. Dumbo
   3h 35m
   The first-day itinerary is for your reference only; the schedule is subject to change upon your arrival.
   
   Thanks for choosing your vacation with us! Our professional tour guide will meet you at the baggage claim area for the domestic flight; for an international flight, please arrive at the Passenger Waiting Area for pick up.
   
   New York Morning Tour
   
   • For guests who can meet tour guide with claimed baggage before 9:00am at EWR airport.
   • For guests who can meet tour guide with claimed baggage before 9:00am at JFK/LGA airport.
   
   • Itinerary: New York City Hall & Brooklyn Bridge (80 mins) → Lunch (45 mins, at your own expense) → New York Chinatown & Little Italy & Manhattan Bridge (60 mins) → SoHo (30 mins)
   
   Note: Minimum of two people to be operated, and seats are guaranteed for guests who book in advance. It will be subject to whether there are vacancies in the car if guests make a reservation during the tour.
3. 12h
   John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) Pickup Information
   
   T1/T4/T8 Arrivals:
   After landing → Contact pickup staff → Collect luggage → Follow Passenger Pick Up signs to the exit → Cross the road at the traffic lights → Go to the Passenger Pick Up area and wait at:
   
   T1: Zone F
   T4: Zone C3
   T8: Zone D
   
   T5 Arrivals:
   After landing → Contact pickup staff → Collect luggage → Exit through Door 4 or 5 → Wait near the “4” sign.
   
   T7 Arrivals:
   After landing → Contact pickup staff → Collect luggage → Follow International Arrivals Meeting Point signs → Exit from the left side of Hudson convenience store → Wait at Zone B pickup area.
   LaGuardia Airport (LGA) Pickup Information
   
   After landing → Contact pickup staff → Collect luggage → Exit the terminal through any exit.
   
   Waiting locations:
   
   Terminal A: Wait at the Passenger Pick Up area.
   Terminal B: Contact pickup staff and provide your numbered pickup zone.
   Terminal C: Wait at Passenger Pick Up Zone 9B.
4. Times Square
   1h 55m
   New York Night Tour
   
   • All guests who can meet tour guide with claimed baggage before 4:30PM at JFK/LGA airport can join our tailored night tour to experience the charm of “the city that never sleeps”! Not able for EWR airport pick-up.
   
   • Itinerary: Times Square & Broadway (45 mins) → Rockefeller Center & Fifth Avenue & St. Patrick's Cathedral (40 mins) → Manhattan Night View: Long Island City (30 mins)
   
   Note: Minimum of two people to be operated, and seats are guaranteed for guests who book in advance. It will be subject to whether there are vacancies in the car if guests make a reservation during the tour.
5. Pass by
   For JFK/LGA/Flushing pick-up:
   
   Due to limited hotel availability, For JFK/LGA pick-up, guests will stay at The Heldrich Hotel & Conference Center, Holiday Inn South Plainfield-Piscataway, Holiday Inn Newark International Airport, or a hotel of similar standard on the following dates:
   June 5–7, 2026, July 4–5, 2026, July 18–19, 2026, and August 26–September 13, 2026.
6. New York City
   Pass by
   EWR Hotel：Holiday Inn Newark Intl Airport or Crowne Plaza Newark Airport or Renaissance Newark Airport or APA Hotel Woodbridge or Crowne Plaza Edison or Embassy Suites Piscataway Somerset or similar.

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

1. Philadelphia
   Pass by
   Today, we will drive to Philadelphia, visit the Independence Historical Park and witness the history of American independence. Then go to Washington, the political center of the United States, 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 U.S. Capitol & The National Archives + outside visit Supreme Court of the United States & Library of Congress, 120 mins) → White House (Outside visit, 30 mins) → Lincoln Memorial + Vietnam Veterans Memorial (45 mins) → Hotel
   
   Special Notes:
   
   1. 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)
2. Independence National Historical Park
   30m
   This National Historical Park located in Philadelphia, serves as a way of preserving the importance of the Revolutionary War sites for future generations. Known as "America's most historic square mile," this 55-acre park in the "Old City" district is definitely a site to see.
3. U.S. Capitol
   2h
   U.S. Capitol In-depth Tour + The National Archives (Optional, inside visit U.S. Capitol & The National Archives + outside visit Supreme Court of the United States & Library of Congress, 120 mins)
   
   Special Notes:
   
   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)
4. Lincoln Memorial
   45m
   Lincoln Memorial + Vietnam Veterans Memorial (45 mins)
   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.

Day 3: Corning -- Niagara Falls

1. Corning
   Pass by
   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 + Finger Lake (Optional, 90 mins, Watkins Glen State Park will not be visited when it is closed) → Niagara Falls Night Tour (Mandatory, 90mins)
   
   Notes:
   1. Watkins Glen State Park only opens in summer, usually from April to October each year.
   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).
2. Corning Museum of Glass
   1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
   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!
3. Watkins Glen State Park
   1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
   Watkins Glen State Park + Finger Lake (Optional, 90 mins, Watkins Glen State Park will not be visited when it is closed)
   
   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.
4. Niagara Falls State Park
   1h 30m
   Niagara Falls Night Tour Mandatory
   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).
   
   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!

Day 4: Niagara Falls --New York

1. Niagara Falls
   Pass by
   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
   
   Note: Maid of the Mist Niagara Falls Boat usually closed in winter season, it will not be visited based on attraction closure.
2. 2h 30m · Admission ticket not included
   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)
   
   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.
   
   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.
3. 2h 30m · Admission ticket not included
   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)Note: Maid of the Mist Niagara Falls Boat usually closed in winter season, it will not be visited based on attraction closure.
   
   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.
4. Cave of the Winds
   Pass by
   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
5. Whirlpool State Park
   Pass by
   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
6. New York City
   Pass by
   Hotel：Holiday Inn Newark Intl Airport or Crowne Plaza Newark Airport or Renaissance Newark Airport or APA Hotel Woodbridge or Crowne Plaza Edison or Embassy Suites Piscataway Somerset or similar.

Day 5: New York City Tour

1. New York City
   Pass by
   Welcome to the city that never sleeps! New York City is always full of life and energy! Join us as we will be exploring the great wonders of this amazing city! We will stop by the famous Times Square, Wall street, Charging Bull, Empire state building, the Metropolitan Museum of Art and so much more! This is an opportunity of a lifetime!
   
   Itinerary :
   
   New York City Fortune Tour (Mandatory, 150 mins) → One World Trade Center Observatory (Optional, 70 mins) → Liberty Cruise (Optional, 60 mins) → RiseNY(optional,60mins)
2. Trinity Church NYC
   2h 30m
   Mandatory
   
   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.
3. 1h 10m · Admission ticket not included
   One World Trade Center is the main building of the rebuilt World Trade Center complex in Lower Manhattan, New York City. It is the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere. There, 102 stories up, find yourself face-to-face with New York's iconic skyline. Maybe you've seen views of the city before, but never quite like this. Walk the three sprawling levels of the Observatory and discover surprises along the way.
4. Statue of Liberty
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   Liberty Cruise Only. We are not getting on the island.
   
   Any trip to New York City must include a boat cruise around the Statue of Liberty. This iconic landmark has stood in the city that never sleeps for more than 100 years, as a joint effort between the United States and France to celebrate the anniversary of America's independence. Ride on this amazing sightseeing cruise tour on the Hudson River to enjoy the city view from a totally different angle.
5. RiseNY
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   RiseNY(optional,60mins)

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Niagara Falls Classic Tour Packages 1 and 2（Including: Whirlpool Park + Cave of the Winds + summer Itinerary-Maid of the Mist or winter Itinerary-Old Fort Niagara State Park） must be purchased together and cannot be selected separately.
• Age and Safety: Customers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pregnant women may join if under 24 weeks by the trip's end.
• What to Bring: Comfortable shoes and clothes, sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, cash, and drinks for hydration.
• Booking Details: Ensure all booking details (name, contact, flight info) are accurate. Errors will result in personal costs. A reachable phone number is required for safety and communication.
• Pick-Up Location Policy：When booking, please select your pick-up hotel. If undecided, you may update your pick-up location later. However, you must contact us or update this information yourself at least 3 days before the tour date. Important: Failure to provide or update your pick-up location prior to the departure date may result in missing the tour. The company will not be responsible for missed tours, and any fees paid will not be refunded.
• Hotel Rooms: Hotel rooms accommodate 2-4 guests, with varying bed types(e.g., King/Queen beds or two twin beds) and deposit rules. Deposits are usually processed via credit card.
• Tickets and Charges: Pre-purchased tickets or city passes are not accepted. Buy through us or via the guide. Group reservations recommended.
• Itinerary Changes:Tour operator reserves the right to adjust the itinerary for smooth operations.
• Tour Adjustments:The tour guide may alter schedules based on weather, traffic, or other conditions.
• Parking: Parking is not available at the meeting point. Transportation to and from the departure location is not included.
• Closed Attractions: If a scenic spot is closed, an alternative will be provided. COVID-19 may affect attraction hours and capacity.
• Booster Seats: For state law, Children under the age of 6 require a booster seat in order to participate in the tour group. Please understand that the violations and fines are borne by the guests themselves. There is no need for a booster seat for bus travel on the day of travel.
• Health Requirements: Guests with disabilities must provide advance notice. Wheelchair-accessible buses are not guaranteed without prior approval.
• Terms and Conditions: Terms and conditions may change—check the product website for updates.The operator is not liable for damages unless required by law.
• Leaving the Group: If leaving the group early, inform the tour guide and sign a departure form. No refunds for unused portions.
• Gifts and Refunds: Gifts provided during the tour may change due to unforeseen factors like weather. Fees will not be refunded for changes.
• Room Details All hotel rooms are equipped with either two Full/Double beds or one King/Queen bed, depending on availability at the hotel on the day of check-in. The maximum occupancy per room is four travelers.
• Room Selection For parties exceeding four guests or for those desiring separate rooms, please create separate bookings.
• Booking Guidelines For parties exceeding four guests or those requiring separate rooms, please create separate bookings. To stay together on the same bus, provide all confirmation numbers once your bookings are complete.
• U.S. Niagara Falls Boat Tour October 3 – November 2: Operates daily Last operating day: Sunday, November 2 Please check the operating schedule carefully when planning your visit. If you have purchased boat tickets for dates when the service is not available, kindly contact your tour operator for a refund.