Day 1: NEW YORK – FINGER LAKES – NIAGARA FALLS
This morning 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.
Tour the US side of Niagara including the American Falls, Goat Island and Luna Island. Experience the power of Niagara aboard the Maid of the Mist. At night, we can appreciate the colorful lighting of the waters.
Overnight: Radisson Grand Island (or similar)

Day 2: NIAGARA FALLS - TORONTO - THOUSAND ISLANDS
Our day starts with the magnificent Horseshoe Falls’ view followed by the visit of the picturesque village of Niagara on The Lake. We continue to Toronto, the financial capital of Canada. We visit the HTO Park, Brookfield Place - home of the Hockey Hall of Fame - City Hall and The Distillery Historic District. Towards evening depart Toronto east along the world-famous Lake Ontario for an evening arrival to the 1000 Islands area (in April, based on weather’s conditions we may return to Niagara Falls for overnight).
Overnight Gananoque – Comfort Inn (April- Niagara Falls – Ramada by Wyndham) - or similar

Day 3: 1000 ISLANDS – NEW YORK
Start the day with a cruise through the amazing 1000 Islands along the St. Laurence River that was navigated about 500 years ago by the French explorer Jacques Cartier. See the houses of the rich and famous built atop private islands - such as Boldt Castle and Heart Island. On the way to New York, enjoy a shopping excursion at one of the large outlet malls along the way. Find your own bargain with brand name stores for less. Evening arrival to our hotel in New Jersey.
Overnight New Jersey – La Quinta Inn and Suites, Clifton, NJ (or similar)

Day 4: NEW JERSEY – PHILADELPHIA – WASHINGTON DC
Depart from New Jersey to Pennsylvania and to the city of brotherly love Philadelphia. Arriving in the historic area of Philadelphia we 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. Continue on a panoramic tour of Philadelphia that includes the financial district, Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Historic Philadelphia and more. Departing Philadelphia we see the famous “Rocky Steps” and then continue to Lancaster county home of the Amish people.
We start our 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 we visit the marketplace where we can shop for handmade arts crafts and products. In the late afternoon we depart east for an evening arrival in Washington DC.
Overnight: Wyndham Garden, Washington DC. (or similar)

Day 5: WASHINGTON DC – NEW YORK
Start the day with a visit of Thomas Jefferson Memorial, by the Tidal Basin, surrounded with famous Japanese cherry blossom trees. Visit the Arlington National Cemetery, the Changing of the Guard and the Kennedy family gravesite.
Next stop is Capitol Hill. 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 we depart Nord for an evening arrival in New York.

What's Included
4 nights hotel including tax and Continental Breakfast
Air conditioned Bus or Van & Professional Tour Guide
Sightseeing in Niagara Falls, Toronto, 1000 Islands, Philadelphia and Washington DC
Admission to the Maid of the Mist
1000 Islands cruise (May to October)
Amish Buggy Ride
Entrance to Arlington National cemetery (U.S. ID or Passport required)

In evidence
Discover Watkins Glen State Park in the heart of the Finger Lakes region
Visit the American side of Niagara Falls
Get up close to the Horseshoe Falls
Take a tour of Toronto
Cruise the beautiful 1000 islands along the St Lawrence River
Visit the historic city of Washington DC with its museums and monuments
Experience the power of water aboard the Maid of the Mist
Bargain for the best prices at the mall
Visit Philadelphia, the historic Liberty Bell and the famous Rocky Steps.
Take a ride in a typical Amish carriage in Lancaster, PA, and learn about the Amish lifestyle, culture and religion.

Things to remember
Departure Point: Porth Authority Gray Line - Port Authority Bus Terminal, Gray Line Visitor Center 42nd St. (between 8th and 9th Avenues) New York.
Starting time: 6:30 am. Please arrive 15 minutes before the departure time.
Free WiFi is available on all buses. This service is not available on minivans.

Please note: The National Air and Space Museum in Washington DC has re-opened with a limited schedule. All passengers on tours arriving Thursday - Sunday who wish to enter the National Air and Space Museum will be required to have a face covering for entry per museum directive.

Please Note: In the event that parts of this itinerary remain inaccessible due to COVID 19 an alternate itinerary will be followed. Final details will be available prior to each departure.