ARRIVE IN BOSTON. Welcome to Boston! At 6 pm, meet your travelling companions for a welcome drink. Your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming adventure.
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BOSTON. Sightseeing focuses on the city's most prominent landmarks, such as the historic sites near Boston Common, including the Old State House; Old North Church, from where Paul Revere got the signal to start his famous ride; and Faneuil Hall, with an opportunity to browse through Quincy Market. Next, board a harbour CRUISE which takes you to see the USS Constitution, the Bunker Hill Monument, and the Boston Tea Party Boat. Balance of the day at leisure. (B)
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BOSTON-QUEBEC CITY. Journey north through New Hampshire, passing the state's capital dome at Concord and continuing to the majestic beauty of Franconia Notch State Park in the scenic WHITE MOUNTAINS. Capture inspiring views of one of nature's true masterpieces as the grandeur of mountain scenery blends to a green carpet panorama in northern Vermont, which is blessed with innumerable forests and lakes. Enter the French-Canadian province of Quebec. The next two nights are in romantic Quebec City on the banks of the mighty St. Lawrence River. Until the British victory of 1759, Old Quebec was the center of New France, and today is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This evening, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)
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QUEBEC CITY. Start the day with an included tour by a Local Guide of Canada's only walled city, including the Place d'Armes, ancient Place Royale, and the Plains of Abraham. The balance of the day is free for independent sightseeing. Tonight's optional dinner outing takes you to Montmorency Falls and over to Ile d'Orleans for a delightful dinner at a fine restaurant in a restored 17th-century flour mill. (B)
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QUEBEC CITY-MONTREAL. Travel southwest to Montreal, Canada's second-largest city. Sightseeing with a Local Guide includes NOTRE DAME BASILICA, the Old Seminary of St. Sulpice, and a drive to the top of Mount Royal to enjoy a panorama of the city. Afternoon is at leisure. Perhaps stroll through the underground shopping area of Place Ville-Marie or visit historic Old Montreal. (B)
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MONTREAL-OTTAWA. Drive west into Ottawa, the country's beautiful capital. On a guided tour, you'll see the Canadian Mint, residences of the Governor General and Prime Minister, the hexagonal National Arts Centre, Parliament Hill, the Rideau Canal, and the stately residences. Dinner tonight is at a specially selected restaurant. (B,D)
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OTTAWA-TORONTO. This morning, visit the ROYAL CANADIAN MOUNTED POLICE STABLES to learn the Mounties' history of ensuring peace, safety, and security. Afterward, sit back and relax as you journey through Ontario's cities to Toronto, the cosmopolitan provincial capital. (B)
Note The RCMP Stables are closed on Sundays in September and October. When the stables are closed a visit to Gatineau National Park will be substituted.
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TORONTO. On today's sightseeing, view Toronto's two city halls, the legislature buildings, the university, and some neighborhoods, including Chinatown. The balance of the day is free, and your Tour Director will have plenty of suggestions for things to do and see in Canada's largest city. Our optional dinner outing includes a visit to the top of the famous CN Tower for great views of Toronto's harbor and skyline. (B)
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TORONTO-NIAGARA FALLS. Drive around the "Golden Horseshoe" of Lake Ontario and through vineyards and rich farmlands. Then, board the MAID OF THE MIST for a thrilling boat ride to view the thundering falls from river level. You may opt to take the optional helicopter flight over the falls. This evening, you may join an optional dinner at a local restaurant followed by a once-in-alifetime experience to personally light up the falls. (B)
Note The operation of the Maid of the Mist cruise is subject to favorable weather and/or river conditions. When conditions are unfavourable, a walking tour through the scenic tunnels will be substituted.
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NIAGARA FALLS-LANCASTER. Cross the border at Rainbow Bridge and enter New York State. Then, journey into Pennsylvania through the rolling Appalachian Mountains and on to Lancaster, home of the religious Amish and Mennonite communities whose faiths stress humility, family, community, simple living, and separation from the world. Tonight, enjoy a traditional AMISH FEAST and get an intimate view of growing up Amish. (B,D)
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LANCASTER-WASHINGTON DC. Visit an AMISH FARM & HOUSE, where a Local Guide explains this faith, culture, and traditional way of life, which excludes the use of modern conveniences such as electricity and telephones. Then, depart for Washington DC, the nation's capital. Free time this afternoon. Join us for the optional dinner tonight at one of Washington's favorite restaurants, followed by an illumination tour of some of the city's most beautiful monuments. (B)
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WASHINGTON DC. Your half-day guided tour features ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY with the KENNEDY GRAVESITES, and LINCOLN, VIETNAM, KOREAN, & WORLD WAR II MEMORIALS, as well as many other well-known sites. Also stop for photos at the White House and Capitol Hill. An afternoon at leisure to do as you wish. Be sure to visit the many museums of the Smithsonian Institution and the glorious Basilica of the Immaculate Conception or the Washington National Cathedral. This evening's farewell dinner is hosted by your Tour Director. (B,D)
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WASHINGTON DC-PHILADELPHIA-NEW YORK CITY. Travel north this morning to Philadelphia for included sightseeing focusing on the important buildings of this historic city, the birthplace of the nation. Visit major attractions, including the LIBERTY BELL and INDEPENDENCE HALL. Continue north into New Jersey and on to Newark International Airport for guests who have homebound flights. Please schedule flights after 4 pm. For guests with flights out of Kennedy or LaGuardia International Airports, transfers are not included and it is suggested to book flights after 6 pm. The trip ends at the Sheraton New York Hotel & Towers in the late afternoon for those guests with extra nights. (B)
OTTAWA: Sightseeing tour; visit the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Stables
TORONTO: Sightseeing tour
NIAGARA FALLS: Maid of the Mist cruise
LANCASTER: Enjoy a traditional Amish feast; visit an Amish farm and house
WASHINGTON DC: Sightseeing tour; farewell dinner
PHILADELPHIA: Visit the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall
Meals American breakfast daily (B), 4 three-course dinners (D) including a farewell dinner in Washington DC.
Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable.
Meals Breakfast - 12 Lunch - 0 Dinner - 4
Optional Excursions
To help plan your leisure time, as well as your pre-tour budgeting, here is a list of optional excursions that may be offered on this tour.
Availability is subject to sufficient participation, weather conditions, seasonal suitability, group interests, and general feasibility for your tour. Please note prices may be based on the previous year and are subject to change. Full terms and conditions are contained in the important travel documents.
Cost
Description
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Name:QUEBEC COUNTRYSIDE DINNER AND MONTMORENCY FALLS Location:QUEBEC CITY Details:Your first stop on this guided excursion is Montmorency Falls, a waterfall which is 30 metres higher than Niagara Falls and offers an unforgettable panorama. Next tour the western tip of Ile d'Orleans, followed by dinner at Le Moulin Saint Laurent, originally a water mill with a history dating back to 1675. The cuisine here includes local and regional specialities. Evening tour and dinner is approximately 3 hours.
32
CAD
Name:HISTORICAL GUIDED CRUISE Location:QUEBEC CITY Details:On this narrated cruise, discover the bucolic charm of Ile d'Orleans. Admire the Montmorency Falls, the highest waterfall in Eastern Canada. View the port installations on both shores of the St. Lawrence and cruise beneath the prestigious Chateau Frontenac, perched atop Cap Diamant, with the majestic Laurentian Mountains in the background. The Louis Joliet amenities include onboard snack bar complete with cocktails. Cruise duration is 90 minutes.
40
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Name:OLD MONTREAL RESTAURANT DU VIEUX PORT Location:MONTREAL Details:In the heart of Old Montreal, Restaurant du Vieux Port welcomes you in a historic building dating back to 1880, which originally served as an inn for the sailors that visited this important commercial harbour. Old stone walls, wood floors, large picture windows, cosy fireplaces create a special atmosphere with great food and friendly service.
89
CAD
Name:CN TOWER - TORONTO BY NIGHT Location:TORONTO Details:360 The Restaurant at the CN Tower, one of Toronto's finest, features unforgettable food combined with a magnificent revolving view of Toronto more than 351 metres (1,151 feet) below. 360 offers market-fresh cuisine, featuring regional ingredients to ensure an incomparable culinary experience. Following dinner, enjoy panoramic views from the observation decks.
28
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Name:TORONTO HARBOR TOUR Location:TORONTO Details:A cruise of the Toronto Harbour lets you enjoy the scenic Toronto skyline, and gives you a close up look at the beautiful Toronto Islands and waterfront. While on board you will enjoy entertaining and informative live narration. Cruise duration is one hour.
132
CAD
Name:NIAGARA HELICOPTER SIGHTSEEING Location:NIAGARA FALLS Details:Take a thrilling eight-minute ride over the most famous falls in North America. You will be dazzled by the sights of the Rainbow Bridge, Horseshoe Falls, and Whirlpool Rapids. Bring your camera and it's up, up, and away! Helicopter tour duration approximately 12 minutes.
57
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Name:ILLUMINATE THE FALLS AND DINNER Location:NIAGARA FALLS Details:Enjoy an authentic, one-of-a-kind experience! Stroll up the Illumination Tower and change the lights on the majestic Niagara Falls. Eighteen lights are located at the Illumination tower - each bulb has a brilliance of 250 million-candle powers! An elegant dinner at one of the unique restaurants with views of the falls completes this fabulous evening.
49
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Name:WASHINGTON BY NIGHT AND DINNER AT CARMINE'S Location:WASHINGTON DC Details:The evening begins with dinner at a popular local restaurant. Enjoy a fantastic meal followed by an Illuminated Tour of Washington DC. The illuminated tour provides a unique perspective to witness Washington DC by night and see the memorials in all their splendour. Tour last about 2 hours not including dinner.
Optional Excursions
