250th Celebrate: Small Group 6 Day New York, Niagara Falls&Boston

Day 1: New York City Tour

1. New York City
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   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 at the famous Wall Street, Charging Bull, Empire state building, the Museum of Modern Art and so much more! This is an opportunity of a lifetime!
   
   Itinerary :
   
   Flushing → DUMBO "Down Under Manhattan Bridge Overpass" (45 mins) → New York City Fortune Tour (Mandatory, 150 mins) → One World Trade Center Observatory (Optional, 70 mins) → RiseNY(optional,60mins) → Flushing → Broadway (Optional)
2. Dumbo Manhattan Bridge View
   45m
   DUMBO "Down Under Manhattan Bridge Overpass"
   Trendy Dumbo's cobblestone streets and converted Brooklyn warehouse buildings are the backdrop for independent boutiques, high-end restaurants and trendy cafes.
3. Canyon of Heroes
   2h 30m · Admission ticket included
   New York City Fortune Tour (Mandatory, 150 mins)
   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.
4. 1h 10m · Admission ticket not included
   One World Trade Center Observatory(Optional, 70 mins)
   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, you will 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 one. Walk the three sprawling levels of the Observatory and discover many surprises along the way.
5. RiseNY
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   RiseNY(optional,60mins)
6. Broadway Theatre
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   In the evening, you may choose to enjoy a classic Broadway musical at your own expense!
7. New York City
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   For general date:
   Hotel：Hyatt Place Flushing/LaGuardia Airport; Hotel Indigo - Flushing; Four Points by Sheraton Flushing; Marco LaGuardia Hotel and Suites; Sheraton LGA East Hotel; Renaissance New York Flushing
   For date 06/05/2025-06/10/2025&08/21/2025-09/15/2025:
   Hotel：Holiday Inn Newark International Airport; Crowne Plaza Newark Airport; Fairfield Inn & Suites Newark Liberty International Airport; Holiday Inn Clark - Newark Area; Hampton Inn by Hilton Newark Airport; Hilton Newark Airport

Day 2: New York-- Philadelphia-- Christiana Mall

1. New York
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   Today's first stop is United Nations Headquart. Then we will visit the huge structure Vessel located in the Hudson Yards landscape corridor. This honeycomb shaped staircase is affectionately known as the "Big Pinecone". Following, we will take the Liberty Cruise and enjoy the stunning 360 degree view of world-renowned sculptures. Afterwards, we will head to Philadelphia, and visit Independence National Historical Park. Saying goodbye to Philadelphia, we will arrive in the first tax-free state in the United States - Delaware, where we can buy and explore local specialties at Christiana Shopping Center.
   
   Itinerary :
   
   New York → United Nations Headquarter (Outside visit, 20mins) → Hudson Yards - Vessel (Outside visit, 20mins)→ Liberty Cruise (Optional, 60 mins) → Philadelphia → Independence National Historical Park (45 mins) → Christiana Mall (120mins, include dinner time) → Hotel
2. United Nations Headquarters
   20m
   United Nations Headquarter (Outside visit, 20mins)
   This building in New York City has served as the global headquarters of the United Nations since 1952. The area has extraterritoriality status, meaning it is technically not bound by the laws of New York or even the United States. Although it is situated in New York City, the land occupied by the United Nations Headquarters and the spaces of buildings that it rents are under the sole administration of the United Nations and not the U.S. government.
3. Hudson Yards
   20m
   Hudson Yards - Vessel(Outside visit, 20mins)
   The huge structure at the Hudson Yards landscape gallery, the center of the square and the visual focus is the Vessel, which looks like a huge honeycomb. Some people regard it as "the Eiffel Tower of New York," and some people think it is the "real version of the Monument Valley." Come and appreciate the architecture from different angles to truly discover this one-of-a-kind structure.
4. Statue of Liberty
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   Liberty Cruise
   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, built initially as a joint effort between the United States and France to celebrate the anniversary of America's independence. You will ride on this amazing sightseeing cruise tour on the Hudson River to enjoy the city view from a totally different angle.
5. Independence National Historical Park
   45m
   Independence National Historical Park
   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.
6. 2h
   Christiana Mall(120mins, include dinner time)
   Christiana Mall is the largest shopping mall in the state of Delaware and the largest in the five states without sales tax outside of Oregon. It has four anchor stores - Nordstrom, Macy's, JCPenney, and Target - along with Barnes & Noble as a junior anchor and Cabela's and Cinemark Theatres located along the mall's perimeter. The mall contains over 170 stores to shop at. Come and explore Christiana Mall!
7. Christiana Mall
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   Hotel:Four Points by Sheraton Newark Christiana Wilmington; Hilton Wilmington/Christiana; Fairfield Inn & Suites Wilmington New Castle; DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington; Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington-Newark by IHG; Staybridge Suites WILMINGTON DOWNTOWN by IHG

Day 3: Washington D.C.-- Gaithersburg

1. Washington DC
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   Today, we will drive 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:
   
   Hotel → 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) → Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History (90 mins, you can visit freely or participate in paid Chinese tour guide services) → White House (Outside visit, 30 mins) → Lincoln Memorial + Vietnam Veterans Memorial (45 mins) → Gaithersburg
   
   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. U.S. Capitol
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   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)
   
   U.S. Capitol
   Visit one of America's most iconic landmarks where the House and Senate have met for over 200 years. Enjoy a guided tour with our professional escort.
   
   The National Archives
   Explore priceless treasures of American history, including the Declaration of Independence, Constitution, Bill of Rights, Emancipation Proclamation, WWII surrender documents, and the Watergate tapes.
3. Thomas Jefferson Memorial
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   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)
4. Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
   1h 30m
   Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History (90 mins, you can visit freely or participate in paid Chinese tour guide services)
   The world's most popular natural history museum is dedicated to understanding the natural world and our place in it. Delve into the fascinating story of our planet, from its fiery beginnings through billions of years of transformation, and explore life on Earth through exhibitions and activities, collection objects and research that happens in the lab and in the field. The museum is larger than 18 football fields and is home to the largest natural history collection in the world.
5. White House Visitors Center
   30m
   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
6. 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 4: Gaithersburg--Harrisburg-- Corning--Buffalo

1. Pass by
   Today we will depart from Gaithersburg to visit the Pennsylvania State Capitol in the center of Harrisburg. Then we will go to the The Corning Museum of Glass, and visit the world's largest glass collection museum and appreciate the live glass making performance techniques. After dinner, head to the hotel and in the evening, visit Niagara Falls to tour the Falls National Park and admire the "American Falls," "Horseshoe Falls."
   
   Itinerary :
   
   Gaithersburg → Harrisburg → Pennsylvania State Capitol (Outside visit, 20 mins) → The Corning Museum of Glass (Optional, 90 mins) → Buffalo → Niagara Falls Night View Tour (Optional, 90 mins)
2. Pennsylvania State Capitol
   20m
   Pennsylvania State Capitol (Outside visit, 20 mins)
   The Pennsylvania State Capitol is a group of buildings that house the state government’s three branches: the Legislative, the Judicial, and the Executive. The complex also includes the Capitol Building, which is the seat of the state legislature, as well as several other government buildings. The current complex was built in the 1930s, although the Capitol Building itself dates back to 1792. The complex was designed by architect George S. Hess, and it is considered to be one of the finest examples of Art Deco architecture in the United States. In 1986, the complex was added to the National Register of Historic Places. The Pennsylvania State Capitol building is located in downtown Harrisburg on Capitol Hill. The building is made of white marble and granite, and it features several sculptures and murals that depict Pennsylvania’s history. The interior of the Capitol Building is just as impressive as the exterior.
3. Corning Museum of Glass
   1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
   The Corning Museum of Glass(Optional, 90 mins)
   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!
4. Niagara Falls
   1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
   Niagara Falls Night View Tour (Optional, 90 mins)
   Enjoy some awe-inspiring scenery and an adventure-packed experience with us on the Niagara Falls night tour! Niagara Falls contains not one waterfall, but three! Niagara Falls is the oldest state park in the United States and is one of the greatest places you will ever visit in your lifetime!

Day 5: Niagara Falls--Springfield

1. Niagara Falls
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   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 Magic Tour (Optional, 1.5 hours, including Whirlpool Park + Maid of the Mist) → Niagara Falls Park (45 mins) → Springfield
   
   Winter Itinerary: (Applied when Maid of the Mist closes)
   Niagara In-depth Tour (Optional, 1.5 hours, including Whirlpool Park + Old Fort Niagara State Park) → Niagara Falls Park (45 mins) → Springfield
   
   Reminder:
   
   1. Maid of the Mist Niagara Falls Boat usually closed in winter season, it will not be visited based on attraction closure.
2. 1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
   Summer Itinerary: (Applied when Maid of the Mist opens)
   Niagara Falls Magic Tour (Optional, 1.5 hours, including Whirlpool Park + Maid of the Mist) → Niagara Falls Park (45 mins) → Springfield
   
   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.
3. Pass by
   Winter Itinerary: (Applied when Maid of the Mist closes)
   Niagara In-depth Tour (Optional, 1.5 hours, including Whirlpool Park + Old Fort Niagara State Park) → Niagara Falls Park (45 mins) → Springfield
   
   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. And 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. Pass by
   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 several major wars: The French and Indian War, the American Revolution War, and the War of 1812. In addition, the gorgeous Lake Ontario lies behind the Fort.

Day 6: Springfield --Boston --New York

1. Springfield
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   Boston is a city with a long history, and today we will embark on our first journey to experience the rich historical flavor of Boston. The next stop is the old Quincy Market. The Market was also surrounded by dozens of restaurants for dining option with a variety of authentic cuisines, and you cannot miss the famous New England clam chowder. Finally, we will return to New York.
   
   Itinerary From :
   
   Hotel → The Firsts of America Exploration Tour (Mandatory, 3 hours) → Quincy Market + Boston Lobster Meal (Lobster Meal for optional, 70 mins) → BOS Airport Drop-off → NYC Airport Drop-off
   
   The Firsts of America Exploration Tour: Harvard University (1 hour, offical campus tour included) → The Old State House (the birthplace of the American Revolution and the place where the Declaration of Independence was first published) → The first subway system → The first public park → The first public botanical garden → The first large-scale free municipal library funded by the public
2. Harvard University
   3h · Admission ticket included
   The Firsts of America Exploration Tour (Mandatory, 3 hours)
   The Firsts of America Exploration Tour: Harvard University (1 hour, offical campus tour included) → The Old State House (the birthplace of the American Revolution and the place where the Declaration of Independence was first published) → The first subway system → The first public park → The first public botanical garden → The first large-scale free municipal library funded by the public
3. Quincy Market
   1h 10m · Admission ticket not included
   Quincy Market + Boston Lobster Meal (Lobster Meal for optional, 70 mins)

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• First day In New York, For general date: Hotel：Hyatt Place Flushing/LaGuardia Airport; Hotel Indigo - Flushing; Four Points by Sheraton Flushing; Marco LaGuardia Hotel and Suites; Sheraton LGA East Hotel; Renaissance New York Flushing For date 06/05/2025-06/10/2025&08/21/2025-09/15/2025: Hotel：Holiday Inn Newark International Airport; Crowne Plaza Newark Airport; Fairfield Inn & Suites Newark Liberty International Airport; Holiday Inn Clark - Newark Area; Hampton Inn by Hilton Newark Airport; Hilton Newark Airport