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Tour Code: DM MDT-USBSTEST

Duration: 10 Days I 09 Nights

Availability: 01 May to 31 Oct 2024

Places Visited: New York – Boston - Niagara Falls - Washington DC

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New York – Boston - Niagara Falls - Washington DC.
Duration: 10 Days / 9 Nights
2-day NYC Hop-on Hop-off Tour.
Admissions to a choice of any four of New York’s most popular attractions.
Admissions to Statue of Liberty Tours & Ellis Island with Pedestal Access.
Choice of Walking Tour of Freedom Trail plus Beacon Hill to Copley Square/Back Bay
or Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour with 14 Stops
or Boston Historic Sightseeing Harbor Cruise with Up-Close View of USS Constitution
or Harvard & MIT Tour.
Niagara Falls, NY – admissions to Maid of the Mist and Cave of the Wind attractions.
Fully guided Tour of Washington DC.

Tour can be operated in the opposite direction.

This is not an Escorted Group Tour. This tour is 100% customizable.

This tour can also be operated as a Private Tour.

Best of the East is the perfect way to explore some of US' most iconic areas. Spanning 10 days, this guided tour covers the best of the Northeast - New York City, Boston, Niagara Falls, and Washington D.C., offering a comprehensive look at the Northeast region's best attractions. Whether you're a first-time traveler to the US or an experienced globetrotter, a trip with Best of the East will give you meaningful interactions with culture and history in each city. With exclusive deals and high-quality service guaranteed, now's your chance to experience all these amazing cities have to offer!

Please contact our Canada Destination Specialist for information and assistance.

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Day 1: Arrive in NYC. Arrival transfer from JFK to hotel.

Arrive in New York. Our representative will transfer you to your hotel in New York.

Rest of the day is free to explore on your own.

Overnight in New York, NC.

Day 2 & 3: Two-day NYC Hop-on Hop-off Tour + Choice of 4 Attractions. + Statue of Liberty Tours & Ellis Island.

This morning, you will start your tour of New York. Our New York 2-day Hop on Hop Off Tour will allow you to hit all the stops that really matter. Snap pictures from your upper deck seat on our Double Decker Bus, learn about the city’s rich history at Museum of The City of New York, and enjoy the skyline from our Liberty Cruise.

The 2-day Bus Pass allows you to explore Downtown, Uptown, and Brooklyn.

New York City is the world’s most vibrant city, filled with iconic landmarks and bustling streets. Our Downtown New York tour takes visitors straight to the beating heart of NYC; you’ll be taken through Times Square, 5th Avenue, Broadway and Wall Street, giving you a chance to explore the epicentre of New York culture while getting breathtaking views of New York’s famous skyscrapers. You can also take in some gorgeous sights as we drive through the Westside Highway, as you have unobstructed views of both the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Take a bite out of New York on our outdoor driving tour for a once in a lifetime experience!

On our Explore Uptown tour, you will discover the vibrant culture of Manhattan. Our blue route takes you through Midtown and Upper East Side, passing some of New York's most impressive museums and galleries like the Met. No New York experience would be complete without taking in Madison Square Garden, Central Park, Madison Avenue and of course Times Square! With educational commentary to bring New York to life and top-deck views from your bus seat – there's nothing quite like the 'big apple'!

We have also included in this tour package, admission to a choice of any of four of New York’s most popular attractions. This list is updated each month and includes the Empire State Building, Top of the Rock, the Circle Line Landmark Cruise, One World Observatory, 9/11 Memorial Museum, Edge, American Museum of Natural History, Guggenheim Museum, Food on Foot Tours, Graffiti & Street Art Walking Tour of Brooklyn, Madame Tussauds , Madison Square Garden, MOMA, and more.

Overnight in New York, NC.

Day 4: Travel by Amtrack Train to Boston

Today after breakfast check out from the hotel in New York and proceed to Moynihan Train Hall in midtown Manhattan on your own. Enjoy the journey to Boston by Amtrack train. This is 4½ hour journey.

On Arrival at Boston Back Bay Train Station transfer on your own to your hotel in Boston.

Overnight in Boston, MA.

Day 5: Choice of - Walking Tour: Downtown Freedom Trail plus Beacon Hill to Copley Square/Back Bay or Boston

Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour with 14 Stops or Boston Historic Sightseeing Harbor Cruise with Up-Close View of USS Constitution or Boston & Harvard Tour

Today you have the choice of any one of the four tour options we offer.

Walking Tour: Downtown Freedom Trail plus Beacon Hill to Copley Square/Back Bay - Be a part of history on this captivating walking tour of Boston Freedom Trail. Begin by visiting Faneuil Hall and marvel at the birthplace of American Revolution. Relive the historic moments of The Boston Massacre as you take in the atmosphere while seeing Old and New State Houses. Enjoy wandering bustling downtown, passing the beguiling Boston Common and one of America’s biggest skyscraper, John Hancock Tower. End your walk in majestic Copley Square, with a professional guide on hand to provide detailed accounts throughout the tour. Walk through Boston’s illustrious past to truly embrace the amalgamation of culture and history that has made its mark on our nation's timeline.

Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour with 14 Stops - Take in the best of Boston with this hop-on hop-off tour loop! All of the city's top attractions are along the route, from the USS ‘Constitution’ and Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum to many more. What’s more, discounted admission to attractions like the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum comes free with a purchase of this tour. Travelers can experience all that Boston has to offer by hopping off at any of the stops—explore at your own pace and style! Hop back on when you're done at one location and continue exploring until you've seen all that Boston offers. Not only is it an efficient way to see everything, but it can also make an unforgettable journey through Beantown!

Boston Historic Sightseeing Harbor Cruise with Up-Close View of USS Constitution - Step aboard for a truly unforgettable narrated sightseeing cruise of Boston Harbor and experience some of the city's most iconic attractions! Marvel at the USS Constitution, witnessing the proud legacy of America's oldest battleship afloat. Discover the rich history of the tea trade as you pass by the Boston Tea Party ships. Finally, traverse to the historic Boston Light—the oldest continuously operated lighthouse in all of United States—and its unique storied history befitting of one of New England's gems. Make awesome memories as your expert guide reveals riveting facts and amazing stories while cruising around stunning locations and proximate views to keep your cameras busy!

MIT & Harvard Tour – The MIT & Harvard Tour is a great way to experience the best of New England's iconic cities. Spend a day exploring the cobblestone streets of Boston and learn about the Revolutionary War, sample cuisine from Faneuil Hall Marketplace, and get an up-close look at Fenway Park throughout your journey. Then journey to Cambridge for a tour of America's oldest university, Harvard. See replicas of things like John Harvard’s footstep and take part in student-led tours that will give you further insight into its rich history.

Overnight in Boston, MA.

Day 6: Fly from Boston to Buffalo. Transfer from Buffalo Airport to Niagara Falls.

This morning, we will transfer your form your hotel to Boston Logan Airport. Board the flight for your onward journey to Buffalo. On arrival at Buffalo airport, our representative will transfer you to your hotel in Niagara Falls, NY.

Enjoy the evening on your own.

Overnight in Niagara Falls, NY.

Day 7: Self-guided tour of Niagara Falls NY + experience Maid of the Mist and Cave of the Wind.

Today is a day for you to enjoy the beauty of Niagara Falls. Explore the beauty of Niagara falls on your own. Your tour includes admission to Maid of the Mist and Cave of the Wind.

Niagara Falls, NY is a must-see destination for any traveler. Experience at Niagara Falls pairs the giant spectacle of the legendary Maid of the Mist boat ride with the thrilling Cave of the Winds tour. Take in up-close views and feel the thunderous roar of the mighty waterfall on board Maid of the Mist, as you journey right into the heart of Niagara Falls. Afterward, prepare to be awed by Cave of Winds which takes visitors across wooden walkways positioned around Bridal Veil Falls for enchanting and picturesque perspectives. This experience combo promises an unforgettable day in one of the world's most beautiful and powerful destinations.

For those of you who have a visa to visit Canada (and renter United States) or do not require a visa to visit Canada, you have the choice to switch the Maid of the ist and Cave of Winds at Niagara Falls, NY of two of Canada’s Signature experience in Niagara Falls, ON, Canada – the famous Voayge to the bottoem of the Falls and the Journey Behind the Falls.

Late afternoon, we will transfer you to Buffalo Airport. Board your flight to Washington DC. Once you arrive at IAD airport, our representative will transfer you to your hotel in Washington DC.

Overnight in Washington, DC.

Day 8: Enjoy a Grand Tour of Washington DC (Guided Tour)

Today, enjoy a comprehensive tour of some of Washington, DC's memorable monuments and war memorials on this 3-hour guided sightseeing journey. Feel the comfort and convenience of an air-conditioned minivan while being educated about the US capital. This tour allows visitors to admire the most famous landmarks such as the White House, The United States Capitol, Lincoln Memorial, and the Washington Monument. The experience will also highlight lesser-known places such as the Thomas Jefferson Memorial and Vietnam Veterans Memorial that honors America's brave soldiers who perished in battle. This is certainly a must-go for those seeking to explore the history and feel proud to be an American!

Overnight in Washington, DC.

Day 9: Day free for a self-guided Tour of the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History & Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum

Day Free.

Take the day to explore Washington D.C. and make sure it includes stops at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History and the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum. An entirely self-guided tour gives you freedom to take your time while discovering the hidden gems of each museum. With two full galleries in its walls, the National Museum of Natural History will enthrall with biodiversity, state-of-the-art discoveries on our planet, and innovative exhibition techniques. And as you wander around the facility, make sure to check out dinosaur remains, renowned contemporary artwork, and more – all amid captivating historical contexts. For those with a passion for aerospace engineering, sophisticated jets, and even artifacts from space exploration efforts over the past few centuries, no other place has it better than the Air and Space Museum. Visitors can learn about aviation feats throughout history; study the accomplishments of pioneering astronauts; admire interstellar artifacts up close; or even witness a presentation about modern air travel within its halls! Together these museums deliver an enlightening journey down human history’s paths – don’t miss it!

Overnight in Washington, DC.

Day 10: Transfer from hotel to IAD. End of Best of the East tour.

Today is the last day of your “Best of the East tour.” Check out of your hotel is posted for 11 AM. Our representative will transfer you to Dulles International Airport (IAD) for your onward flight. Enjoy a safe and pleasant journey home!

End of Best of the East tour.

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Inclusions

9 Nights accommodations.
- 3 Nights in New York
- 2 nights in Boston
- 1 night in Niagara Falls, NY
- 3 nights in Washington DC
2-day NYC Hop-on Hop-off Tour.
Admissions to a choice of any four of New York’s most popular attractions. The list includes (revised each month. Check with us for latest lists).
- 9/11 Memorial Museum
- American Museum of Natural History
- Circle Line Landmark Cruise
- Edge
- Empire State Building
- Food on Foot Tours
- Graffiti & Street Art Walking Tour of Brooklyn
- Guggenheim Museum
- Madame Tussauds
- Madison Square Garden
- MOMA
- One World Observatory
- Top of the Rock

Note – the above list is revised each month without prior notice.

Tickets to Statue of Liberty Tours & Ellis Island with Pedestal Access.
- Boston – we offer you the option to choose any one from below tours:
  - Downtown Freedom Trail Walking Tour plus Beacon Hill to Copley Square/Back Bay.
  - Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour with 14 Stops.
  - Boston Historic Sightseeing Harbor Cruise with Up-Close View of USS Constitution.
  - A tour of Harvard & mit.
  - Niagara Falls, NY – admissions to
    - Maid of the Mist
    - Cave of the Wind
    - If you have a Visa to visit Canada (and re-enter USA) or do not require a Visa to enter Canada, you may choose to substitute the Maid or Mist and Cave of Wind tours with two of Niagara Falls, Ontario’s signature experience –
    - City Cruises - Voyage to the Falls
    - Journey behind the Falls.
Washington DC – Full guided tour of Washington DC.
Washington DC – admissions to Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History & Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum (no tickets are required to enter the Smithsonian Museums).
New York – Arrival Transfer from JFK or LGA (LaGuardia) Airport to Hotel.
Boston – Departure transfer from hotel to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS).
Niagara Falls, NY – Arrival transfer from Buffalo Airport (BUF) to hotel in Niagara Falls, NY and back to BUF.
Washington DC – Arrival transfer from Dulles International (IAD) to hotel and back to IAD.
Resort fees, and Taxes.

Exclusions

Airfare. Offered as a supplement on request.
Breakfast and other meals.
Transfers from hotel to tour start points are not included in this package.
New York - transfer from hotel in New York to New York-Moynihan Train Hall.
Boston - Arrival transfer from Boston Back Train Station to the hotel in Boston.
Porterage at hotels.
Bottled Water in hotel rooms.
Visa and Documentation Fees.
Telephone calls, Laundry, and other expenses.
Any personal expenses.
Gratuities for hotel staff (optional).
Travel Insurance – highly recommended. If client declines your offer to sell Travel Insurance, you are required to secure a Liability Waiver signed by the client that you must provide us on demand. We sell Travel Insurance to residents of Ontario. Non-residents of Ontario as well as clients from abroad must purchase Travel Insurance in the province/state/country where they reside.
Optional Tours and activities.
Early Check-in and Late Check-out charges. Charges will apply.
Gratuities for Tour Guides/Driver cum Guides (Expected)
If applicable, cost of any RTPCR/Antigen Test or costs related to quarantine.

Accommodations Featured

Destination	Deluxe	Standard
New York	Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel	Hilton Garden Inn, Secaucus, NJ
Boston	Boston Marriott Quincy, Quincy, MA	Hyatt Place Boston Braintree, Braintree, MA
Niagara Falls, NY	Hampton Inn Niagara Falls	Hampton Inn Niagara Falls
Washington DC	Washington Hilton	Hyatt Place Chantilly, Chantilly, VA