Great Eastern Cities

Great Eastern Cities

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Great Eastern Cities

8 Days Starting and ending in New York

Visiting: USA

Tour operator:

Travel Talk Tours

Tour code:

UGEC

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 55

Physical rating:

Low, Easy

Age range:

18-59

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

Activities:

Wine Tasting

From: $2213 $1217 Operator discount: -$996 -45%

NB: Prices correct on 19-Sep-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

The cities of America’s East Coast exude history, culture, and a little bit of natural charm, and you will get to experience the essence of everything American with this 8-day trip. Get a sense of what it feels like to be a New Yorker on your first day, diving into the neon-stripped streets of Manhattan and strolling in the delightful Central Park. Add a touch of natural discovery to this culture-laden itinerary with a visit to the unique Finger Lakes region, accompanied by the exquisite wines of Upstate New York. If New York City hasn’t achieved it yet, Niagara Falls will surely become the climax of your trip. Take the most attractive photographs with these majestic falls at the backdrop and top it off with the incredible views of the Appalachian Mountains. In Washington D.C., a jam-packed tour of monuments, governmental offices, memorials, and the White House awaits.

Highlights

  • The history and contemporary culture of the United States will unravel through this 8-day trip, with New York City, Washington D.C., and Pennsylvania on your doorstep.

  • Begin and end your trip in the dazzling megacity of New York, the ultimate place to set off on your journey through American culture.

  • Stay in hand-picked 3-4 star hotels at the bustling center of the cities you will visit, with 3 breakfasts included.

  • Spend half a day following your guide among the world-famous landmarks and must-see sights of Manhattan, and plan the rest of your day in the Big Apple according to your taste!

  • As you travel through the countryside towards Niagara falls, you will get to see nature in motion while engaging in cultural activities in Watkins Glen.

  • You will have enough time to feed your senses in the majestic Niagara Falls from breakfast to lunch. With an optional cruise, you can spend leisure time on the base of the falls.

  • Spend 2 nights in the resplendent capital, Washington D.C., hearing about the historic landmarks and governmental buildings of the country from your guide.

Itinerary

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Day 1: New York

Welcome to New York City! Meet your group and tour leader in the evening for an informal welcome at the hotel.

Until then, feel free to roam the famed streets of New York like a local or rest up for our great adventure ahead!



Accommodation

Hyatt Grand Central NY - 4 Star

Day 2: New York City

Get ready to explore the 'Big Apple', one of the world's most distinguished and bustling metropolitans, on a city tour with your expert guide.

Visit globally recognised landmarks of the city and soak in views of majestic skyscrapers across the fascinating Manhattan skyline.

Following the tour, spend the remainder of your day at leisure to experience New York at your own pace.

Your guide will be happy to provide recommendations.

You can freely roam Central Park, take an optional helicopter tour over Manhattan, or reenact history with a kiss in Times Square.





Accommodation

Hyatt Grand Central NY - 4 Star

Included Activities

Sightseeing of Manhattan

Day 3: New York City - Finger Lakes - Niagara Falls

Leaving the city that never sleeps, we travel to upstate New York through the Finger Lakes Countryside along Lake Seneca, named after Native Seneca Indians.

Making a stop at Watkins Glen, we will sample a selection of tasteful local wines.

Riding further west, we arrive in the mighty Niagara Falls where we spend the night!



Accommodation

Niagara Riverside Resort, BW Premier Collection - 3 Star

Included Activities

Watkins Glen Visit

Day 4: Niagara Falls - Pennsylvania Dutch Country

Wake up to the tremendous sound of Niagara Falls! Enjoy this morning at your leisure to explore the falls in-depth.

Perhaps hop on a Hornblower to cruise the base of the falls and enjoy lunch with a breath-taking scenery at your backdrop.

Alternatively, stroll along the famous Table Rock to view the thundering waters of the Horseshoe Falls.

Departing Niagara, we ride on to pristine Pennsylvania Dutch Country, also referred as Amish Country, to rest up for the night.





Accommodation

Genetti Hotel Surestay Collection by Best Western - 3 Star

Included Activities

Niagara Falls visit

Optional Activities

Hornblower Cruise

Canadian Border Crossing - Passports Required

Day 5: Pennsylvania Dutch Country - Gettysburg - Washington, D.C

Passing through the towering Appalachian Mountains, we follow the captivating Susquehanna River, the longest river on the East Coast.

Our next stop is the Gettysburg National Military Park.

It is here that the most decisive and largest battle of the American Civil War took place, as well as Abraham Lincoln's famous address in 1863.

After visiting the historic sites, we journey on to the nation's capital, Washington, D.

C.

! Spend the evening at your leisure with the option of joining a charming evening tour with dinner.





Accommodation

Omni Shoreham Hotel - 4 Star

Included Activities

Panoramic Sightseeing of Susquehanna River

Gettysburg Civil War National Battleground

Optional Activities

Group Dinner

Day 6: Washington, D.C

Ready to explore the capital inside out? Tag along your expert guide to learn all about the marvellous sights such as the U.

S.

Capitol Building, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, the White House and Arlington National Cemetery, site of the JFK Memorial.

Enjoy your personal leisure time in the afternoon, perhaps visit some of the many museums including the famous Smithsonian Institute or simply stroll the banks of the Potomac River.





Accommodation

Omni Shoreham Hotel - 4 Star (or similar)

Included Activities

Sightseeing of U.

S.

Capitol Building

Sightseeing of Washington Monument

Sightseeing of Lincoln Memorial

Sightseeing of the White House

Sightseeing of Arlington National Cemetery, site of the JFK Memorial

Day 7: Washington, D.C. - Philadelphia

Leaving the capital behind, we drive onwards to Philadelphia, the “City of Brotherly Love”! Upon arrival, explore the charming historic district of the “City of Brotherly Love” and the birthplace of a nation.

Enjoy a comprehensive city tour including landmarks such as the Liberty Bell and Independence National Historic Park, where the Declaration of Independence was adopted on July 4, 1776.





Accommodation

Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown - 3 Star

Included Activities

Sightseeing of Philadelphia

Day 8: Philadelphia - New York City

Returning to New York City in the morning, it is time to bid farewells until our next adventure together.

Expected arrival time is approximately 10.

30 am in Newark Airport, 12 pm in JFK Airport, and 4 pm in Manhattan.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    4 & 3 star hotels and inns

  • Meals

    3 Breakfasts

  • Transportation

    A/C coach or mini-bus

  • Tour Guiding

    Services of experienced tour leaders

  • Orientation Walks

    Organised orientation walks at some of the towns visited

  • Free Wi-Fi

    Complimentary hotel and coach Wi-Fi ( where available )

What's Not Included

  • Any flights not mentioned above

  • Travel Insurance

  • Meals not stated above

  • Items of a personal nature

  • Tips and gestures

  • Entrance fees to the sights and museums

  • Optional activities

  • Other services not stated in the itinerary

Add Ons

Local Payment: £0

Check out our Q&As

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    No

  • What is the maximum group size?

    Maximum group size is 55

  • Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

    Yes

  • Are flights included in this tour?

    No

  • Are all entrance fees included in the price?

    No

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    No passenger under the age of 21

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    There are always single travellers on our tours. If you don't mind being roomed with another single traveller of the same gender, then you do not need to pay a single supplement, however, this excludes all of our North American tours where the sharing option for a solo traveller is not available, and the single supplement must be applied if you are travelling alone. The single supplement is for travellers who would like to stay in a private room for the duration of the tour. PLEASE NOTE: The single private option is not always available, especially for sailing tours and camping.

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    Our tours are suitable for any traveller above 18 years old. The majority of Travel Talkers are from the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, USA, Canada or Europe, however we always have travellers from all over the world. What brings them together is a passion for travel, discovering authentic cultures and experiencing unique adventures with like-minded travellers.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    At Travel Talk, we believe that travel is a force for good and show our support through various initiatives and charity organizations, as well as keeping the principals of responsible and sustainable travel at the core of our ethos. These values are engrained in our business culture and the design of our trips just the same. Together with our guests, we strive to make a positive impact on local p

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Over 20 years

Reviews of this operator

Jessie Mae Sia  

My travel talk experience was great and memorable

24-Feb-2021

My travel talk experience was awesome and fantastic. Me and my husband was on their Morocco and Turkey tours in 2019, they operated their tours in a culturally fun manner and the tour guides were very nice and very approachable. It exceeded our expection, we love to come back with them in our future travel. Thank you travel talk you made our 2019 as one of our memorable year!

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Jes Snowden (Google Reviewer)  

The Best of Turkey by...

10-Sep-2024

The Best of Turkey by Land was fantastic! If it’s a “tour” of Turkey you’re seeking, this one is the pick of them all. We travelled to the most spectacular locations, and experienced breathtaking moments and views, in every stop! Our tour guide Mustafa was very knowledgeable and talked us through the history of the land. He was friendly and very patient, considering the hours he puts into his tours. Mus was able to swap the days activities for some days to ensure we were given the best opportunity for photo’s and leas tourists in other locations. Our bus drivers did an amazing job getting us to all locations safely! Thank you Ahmet & Ali, you are superstars… Highlights for us were Gallipoli, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Fethyie and hot air ballooning in Cappadocia. The group consisted of all ages, which worked out to be a good mix. The weather varied between 25 - 36 degrees throughout the trip, so be sure to pack the sunscreen and portable fan. Hotels varied, each one having it’s own idiosyncrasies, but overall very good. Some of the days were extremely long but we got through them.. I’d recommend this tour to anyone that wants a taste of the beautiful land that Turkey is ☺️

Courtney Godden (Google Reviewer)  

First time doing a tour...

28-Jul-2024

First time doing a tour overseas, wow what an amazing experience. Smaller tour group which was awesome, great hotel choices, professional transportation services and saw the best of Turkey in 12 days. Our tour guide Aykut's hospitality was second to none, he went above and beyond for every member of the group. His knowledge of his country's history and culture was outstanding and explained in a memorable way for a lasting memory. Aykut's has extensive experience as a tour guide and it shows in every way, many special tips from living/growing up in Turkey. Aykut's planning meant everything ran smoothly making our only job to turn up with your belongings and enjoy your experience. Thank you again Aykut for going the extra mile, making sure places had gluten free options for me and for all the funny jokes ☺️

elle mcdowell (Google Reviewer)  

We had an amazing time...

10-Jul-2024

We had an amazing time on our 12 day tour of Turkey! Our guide Yild was attentive, always was there to help us make the most of our trip and great fun! Would definitely recommend this tour to others!!

Samantha Treadwell (Google Reviewer)  

Such an UNREAL EXPERIENCE! I...

13-Aug-2024

Such an UNREAL EXPERIENCE! I cannot recommend the best of Turkey by Gulet for 12 day tour enough. On this tour we were able to see all parts of turkey from the coast line to the major cities and immerse ourselves in the culture and history! Mustafa is the best tour guide who priorities experiences, learning and safety of all tour participants (he also doubles as a comedian so ensures many laughs are had). From sailing on the Mediterranean Sea, experiencing the best food and culture in Istanbul, to paragliding over Pamukkale springs, and finally ticking off the bucket list moment of hot air ballooning over Cappadocia, this has been a trip not to forget. I cannot recommend this tour enough and would encourage anyone going to turkey to book this trip with Travel Talk!

Victoria McCullough (Google Reviewer)  

I did the travel talk...

26-Aug-2024

I did the travel talk turkey tour with mus. He's an awesome guide full of local knowledge. There had been wild fires at Gallipoli so rearranged our itinerary to allow us a chance to visit which we did! I spent 3 days on the gulet and was a great way to relax. Would highly recommend the tour as a way to visit turkey and would do it again.

Leigh Anaru (Google Reviewer)  

Just finished the 10 day...

30-Apr-2024

Just finished the 10 day ANZAC tour in Türkiye. Wow what an experience! The tour although busy was jam packed with amazing experiences made all the more richer by our highly knowledgable and very funny guide Aykut. The bus was full of 44 Aussies and Kiwis which would've been no easy feat to control. Aykut and our drivers Naci and Sevki were kind and patient making our long drives enjoyable. Gallipoli was a bucket list of mine, and what a beautiful humbling experience it was, especially the following day tour of the cemeteries. Other than that highlight, the early morning hot air balloon and all the other sites the Kapadokya offers was pretty special too. I will be using Travel Talk again. 5 stars!

Bec Wood (Google Reviewer)  

We did the 11 Day...

26-Apr-2024

We did the 11 Day Anzac Tour of Turkey. It. Was. Phenomenal. My husband and I absolutely love Turkey and were excited to explore the country. Highlights were definitely the Hot Air Balloons in Cappadocia and the privilege of attending the Dawn Service at Anzac Cove. A bucket list item ticked off. This was my second Travel Talk in 2024 and I would absolutely do another one in the future. The tour was organised and our guide, Mustafa, was fantastic.

Scarlett Lily  

One of the best holidays I’ve had

25-Feb-2021

We went on a tour of the Balkans and it was above our expectations. Bojan was the best tour leader gave us so much information about the places we were visiting but also a great laugh! The tour ran so smoothly and was the perfect way to see the area in a little amount of time. It was one of the best holidays I have been on, I loved every minute of it and I can’t wait to book another tour with travel talk. They are great value for money!

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James Wilkins (Google Reviewer)  

Just completed the exotic Morocco...

29-Oct-2023

Just completed the exotic Morocco tour with our excellent guide Abdul! He was one of the best tour guides I have met, he brought so much energy and knowledge on the tour and could not imagine doing the tour without him. The tour itself was so diverse, seeing so many different landscapes. It has been one of the best trips I have done. Would highly recommend!

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Prices last published on 18-Sep-2024

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  • Free Date Changes

    Travel Talk Tours allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 61 days before the start of the tour.

  • Low Deposit

    Travel Talk Tours requires a minimum deposit of 100 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of travel talk tours charges.

    Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 70% of booking price.

    At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 85% of booking price.

    At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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