Niagara Falls, Philadelphia, Washington DC, 4-Days from NYC

Day 1: NEW YORK – FINGER LAKES – NIAGARA FALLS

1. Watkins Glen State Park
   45m
   SUMMER ITINERARY : We depart from the Big Apple heading north where we will pass the beautiful Delaware Water Gap to Watkins Glen State Park in the heart of the Finger Lakes region. Walk through Watkins Glen Canyon to visit the beautiful waterfalls and then continue to Niagara Falls passing Seneca Lake, arriving in the late afternoon .
2. She-Qua-Ga Falls
   20m
   WINTER ITINERARY goes to Montour Falls instead of Watkins Glen State Park
3. Niagara Falls State Park
   2h
   Tour the US side of Niagara including the American Falls, Goat Island and Luna Island.
4. Niagara Falls State Park
   2h
   AMERICAN SIDE: Visit Niagara Falls at night to admire the colorful illuminations.
   CANADIAN SIDE: Before the night tour of the falls, those crossing to Canada will cross the border to see the illuminated falls on the Canadian side.
5. Niagara Falls
   2h
   Travelers that are crossing to Canada will now cross the border while those that stay on the American side with have free time to enjoy the falls before both sides see the evenings amazing light show known as the Illuminated falls. After this everyone will have free time in the evening before returning to the American side for the overnight.

Day 2: NIAGARA FALLS – NEW JERSEY

1. Niagara Falls State Park
   2h
   Leaving the hotel, hear the thundering water of Niagara Falls. See the magnificent Horseshoe Falls up close and experience the power aboard the Maid of the Mist (May-October). During winter until April when the Maid of the Mist is closed we tour the Power Vista Hydroelectric Station and Cave of the Winds.
2. Pocono Premium Outlets
   1h 30m
   At noon we depart south to New York State. On the way to New York, enjoy a shopping excursion at one of the large outlet malls along the way (Crossings Premium Outlets or Waterloo Premium Outlets), find your own bargain with brand name stores for less. Evening return to New York.

Day 3: NEW JERSEY – PHILADELPHIA – WASHINGTON DC

1. Liberty Bell Center
   30m
   Leave New Jersey for Pennsylvania and the city of Philadelphia. Arrive in the historic area of Philadelphia and visit the famous Liberty Bell, one of the symbols of freedom in America, Constitution square and Congress Hall. Stroll Elfreth’s alley, the oldest continuously inhabited street in America.
2. Rocky Statue
   20m
   Enjoy a panoramic tour of Philadelphia that includes the financial district, Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Historic Philadelphia and more. Departing Philadelphia, see the famous “Rocky Steps”, then continue east to Lancaster county, home of the Amish people.
3. Amish Country
   2h 30m
   Start the visit with a ride on an authentic Amish Buggy through the Amish farm country and learn how they live without the benefit of modern technology, no electricity, running water, telephone service, or appliances. After the ride, visit the marketplace to shop for handmade arts crafts and products. In the late afternoon, depart east for an evening arrival in Washington DC.

Day 4: WASHINGTON DC – NEW YORK

1. Jefferson Memorial
   20m
   Start the day with a visit of Thomas Jefferson Memorial, by the Tidal Basin, surrounded with famous Japanese cherry blossom trees.
2. Arlington National Cemetery
   45m
   Visit the Arlington National Cemetery, the Changing of the Guard and the Kennedy family gravesite.
   Due to security a passport or U.S. ID will be required to enter Arlington Cemetery
3. National Air and Space Museum
   2h
   The most popular of the Smithsonian museums features the Wright Brothers' 1903 Flyer and Lindbergh's Spirit of St. Louis.
4. Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
   1h 15m
   We visit the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History and visit the extremely popular "Deep Time" exhibit full of real dinosaur fossils including the T-REX and Triceratops.
   THIS MUSEUM IS A TEMPORARY ATTRACTION WHILE THE AIR AND SPACE MUSEUM IS CLOSED.
5. Capitol Hill
   20m
   Next stop is Capitol Hill, home to the Capitol building, Senate, Houses of Representatives, and Supreme Court.
6. The White House
   20m
   See the US Capitol and the White House to understand the core of the US government. Continue to the Air and Space Museum before visiting the Lincoln, Martin Luther King, Korea and Vietnam Memorials.
   
   In the late afternoon, set out on the return journey and arrive back in New York in the evening.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Wheelchair transportation must be requested in advance
• Maximum of three people per room. If traveling with a party of 4 or more, or desire to have separate rooms please make separate bookings
• Children under the age of 2 are free, please advise at time of booking if infant is traveling
• Montour Falls will replace Watkins Glenn Park during winter months when it is inaccessible
• For tours with fewer guests, vans may be substituted
• Tours can be bilingual/multilingual as they are offered in many different languages
• Luggage is limited to one piece and a small carry on per person
• Hotel Accommodations: Wyndham Super 8 Hotel, La Quinta Inn & Suites, and Wyndham Garden. Please note specific hotels mentioned not guaranteed
• Due to security a passport or U.S. ID will be required to enter Arlington Cemetery
• All passengers are required to have proper identification when entering or leaving the United States. For entry to Canada, it is the passenger’s responsibility to make sure in advance that visa requirements are met
• Passengers without the proper travel documents to cross and enter Canada can still join this tour. In such event, the passenger will remain at the hotel on the United States side of the Falls and will not join any part of the tour that will take place in the Canadian territory. You will be able to join the boat ride on the Maid of the Mist as this departs from the American side of the Falls. You will get to see the American Falls and the Canadian Falls from the boat. During the winter months, when the Maid of the Mist is not operating, you will be able to walk to the Falls on your own. There are no substitute attractions on the America side of the Falls. Outlet shopping is located on the American side and does not require a Canadian visa or passport