Arrive in New York City

• Accommodation: Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott, Manhattan/Central Park
• Activities: Check-in. Meet your Tour Director (3:00 PM - 6:00 PM). Free evening to explore.

New York City Sightseeing

• Activities: Guided sightseeing tour. See Broadway, Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, 9/11 Memorial.
• Free Time: Afternoon/evening to explore. Optional: museums, Central Park, Broadway show.

New York City → Niagara Falls, Canada

• Travel: Motorcoach through New Jersey, Pocono Mountains, and upstate New York. Cross into Canada.
• Accommodation: Best Western Plus Cairn Croft Hotel, Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls

• Included Activity: Sightseeing cruise close to the falls (weather permitting; May-Oct. If not, visit "Journey Behind the Falls").
• Free Time: Afternoon at leisure.
• Optional Activities: Helicopter tour, Skylon Tower, Butterfly Conservatory, Botanical Gardens, Whirlpool Aero Car, Niagara Parks Power Station.

Niagara Falls → Corning → Elmira, NY

• Travel: Through the Appalachian Mountains to Corning, NY.
• Included Activity: Visit the Corning Museum of Glass.
• Stop: Centervay Square in downtown Corning.

Accommodation: Overnight in Elmira area

Corning/Elmira → Philadelphia

• Travel: Through Pocono Mountains and Susquehanna River Valley to Philadelphia.
• Activities: Orientation tour of historic landmarks (Independence Hall area, "Rocky Steps").
• Stop: Reading Terminal Market for lunch on your own (try a Philly cheesesteak!).
• Accommodation: Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia-Midtown

Philadelphia → Washington DC Area

• Travel: Motorcoach to Washington, DC.
• Free Time: Afternoon to explore the Smithsonian museums or the National Mall.
• Optional: Evening dinner and illumination tour of monuments.
• Accommodation: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alexandria - Fort Belvoir

Washington DC Sightseeing

• Activities: Half-day guided tour with a Local Guide. Visit Lincoln Memorial, see Washington Monument & Ford’s Theatre, photo stops at Capitol Hill & White House.
• Free Time: Afternoon to explore museums (American History, Natural History, National Gallery, etc.) or visit Arlington Cemetery.
• Note: Hotel is in Alexandria, VA (requires transport/Uber to central DC sights).

: Washington DC → New York City

• Travel: Motorcoach to New York City. Tour Director departs after arrival.
• Accommodation: Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott, Manhattan/Central Park

Support: A Local Host will be available for suggestions

Day 10: Free Day in New York City

• Activities: Full free day to explore NYC. Options: museums, shopping, restaurants, Broadway shows.

Depart New York City

• Activities: Vacation ends after breakfast. Independent departure.

Key Information & Clarifications

What's Included:

• Hotels as listed (notably, the DC hotel is in Alexandria, VA).
• 7 breakfasts.
• Guided tours in NYC, DC, and Philadelphia orientation.
• Niagara Falls sightseeing cruise (or alternative).
• Admission to Corning Museum of Glass.
• All land travel via motorcoach.

What's NOT Included (Key Costs):

• International & domestic flights.
• Airport transfers (arrange your own to/from NYC hotels).
• Most lunches and dinners.
• All optional excursions (Broadway shows, Niagara helicopter, DC night tour, etc.).
• Transport to/from DC sights from Alexandria hotel (Uber/taxi needed).
• Travel insurance & tips.

Important Notes from Q&A:

• Travel: Entire tour is land-based by motorcoach; no internal flights.
• Dietary Needs: Hotels may accommodate Muslim/vegetarian diets, but it's not guaranteed; coordinate directly with staff.
• Accessibility: Wheelchairs can be requested but are not guaranteed; contact operator after booking.
• Visas: You are responsible for necessary visas (e.g., for Canada). No free cancellation if rejected.
• Children: Minimum age is 5. Child seats are not provided; you must bring your own.