Eastern US & Canada Discovery with New York City
Eastern US & Canada Discovery with New York City
Eastern US & Canada Discovery with New York City
16 Days Starting and ending in New York City, USA
Visiting: Arrive In New York City, New York City, Philadelphia, Washington Dc, Williamsport, Pennsylvania, Niagara Falls, Ottawa, Montréal, Québec City, Boston
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Tour code:
CUE-2025
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey with the "Eastern US & Canada Discovery with New York City" tour. Begin your adventure in the vibrant streets of New York City, where you'll enjoy a welcome drink with your Tour Director and fellow travelers. Explore the historic landmarks of Philadelphia and the iconic sights of Washington DC with expert local guides. Experience the charm of Pennsylvania's Amish country and the breathtaking beauty of Niagara Falls with a thrilling boat ride. Discover the cultural richness of Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, and Quebec City, each offering unique experiences and stunning architecture. Conclude your journey in Boston, exploring the Freedom Trail and savoring a farewell dinner with an authentic Italian cannoli. This tour promises a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural wonders, with comfortable accommodations and daily breakfasts included. Enjoy the flexibility of optional activities and the expertise of local guides throughout this captivating exploration of Eastern US and Canada.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In New York City
Location: Arrive In New York City
Accommodation Name: Westin New York at Times Square
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink.
Day 2: New York City,Philadelphia,Washington Dc
Location: New York City, Philadelphia, Washington Dc
Accommodation Name: Capital Hilton
Meals Included: Breakfast
NEW YORK CITY–PHILADELPHIA–WASHINGTON DC The Big Apple & Brotherly Love Orientation drive through New York City en route to Philadelphia for a city tour focusing on the highlights of this historic city, the “Birthplace of the Nation.” During your free time, you may want to visit the Liberty Bell, National Constitution Center, or enjoy lunch and shopping at the Bourse Food Hall. Continue south to Washington DC, the nation’s capital, for a free evening. (B)TOUR HIGHILIGHT HISTORIC SIGHTS The City of Brother Love, The Cradle of Liberty, or just plain Philly. All of these names apply equally to the city of Philadelphia where its proud history spans the American Revolution to a major force in modern culture, sports, music, and business. See the sights in the birthplace of the nation with an orientation tour through its historic buildings where a country of patriots was born. FREE TIME TIPS EXPLORE MORE in Philadelphia with a visit to the legendary Liberty Bell, bearing timeless message: "Proclaim Liberty Throughout All the Land unto all the Inhabitants Thereof" where it rang out from Independence Hall to summon lawmakers to work and the citizenry to gather for news. Benjamin Franklin noted while writing a letter, "Adieu, the bell rings, and I must go among the grave ones and talk ‘politicks.’" Go beyond the iconic crack to learn how this State House bell was transformed into an extraordinary symbol of civil rights with a message of freedom and hope.
Day 3: Washington Dc
Location: Washington Dc
Accommodation Name: Capital Hilton
Meals Included: Breakfast
WASHINGTON DC Monumental Memorials Sightseeing with a Local Guide to see the nation’s legendary capital landmarks. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure where you may wish to visit the museums of the Smithsonian Institution, tour the National Cathedral, wander the stacks at the Library of Congress, or walk through the historic Georgetown neighborhood lined with brick rowhouses, unique restaurants and stylish shops. Join us for an 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)TOUR HIGHLIGHT LEGENDARY LIVES Your Local Guide shares the iconic and patriotic monuments to American sacrifice and freedom commemorated in moving memorials. Marvel at the stately and sometimes somber remembrances of heroes and visionaries who shaped the American legacy. See the Martin Luther King, Jr., Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials, and the Vietnam and Korean War Veterans Memorials on the National Mall. Stop for photo opportunities at the Washington Monument, the White House, and historic Capitol Hill
Day 4: Washington Dc,Williamsport,Pennsylvania
Location: Washington Dc, Williamsport, Pennsylvania
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Downtown Williamsport
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
WASHINGTON DC–WILLIAMSPORT, PENNSYLVANIA Pennsylvania’s Past & Present Journey further through Pennsylvania to Williamsport, a former leader in the lumber industry located at the foothills of the Allegheny Mountains and on the Susquehanna River. Today the lumber barons are long gone but their Victorian mansions still stand, and the town has traded lumber for America’s favorite pastime, baseball. (B,D) TOUR HIGHLIGHT CULTURE & TRADITION
Day 5: Williamsport,Niagara Falls,Ontario
Location: Niagara Falls
Accommodation Name: Doubletree Fallsview Resort & Spa by Hilton
Meals Included: Breakfast
WILLIAMSPORT–NIAGARA FALLS, ONTARIO Onward to Canada! Travel north through the rolling Appalachian Mountains and enter New York State. Cross the border into Canada for magnificent Niagara Falls. Enjoy an evening at leisure. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT EPIC RIDE Drive north from Pennsylvania to experience a piece of America’s oldest mountain ranges in the Appalachian Mountains. This 2,200-mile-long mountain range spans 14 states and extends into Canada with sloping forests and natural beauty that touches all who visit. Here, the legendary Appalachian Trail is a mecca for the adventurous nature-lovers along the longest footpath in the U.S. Pass through this beautiful part of America on your way to cross the Canadian border to Niagara Falls.
Day 6: Niagara Falls,Toronto
Location: Niagara Falls
Accommodation Name: Novotel Toronto Centre
Meals Included: Breakfast
NIAGARA FALLS–TORONTO Taking the Plunge Board a Niagara Falls sightseeing cruise for a thrilling boat ride to view the thundering falls from river level. Later, drive around the “Golden Horseshoe” of Lake Ontario and through vineyards and rich farmlands to Toronto. Tonight is free. You may wish to join an optional outing to visit the top of the famous CN Tower for great views of Toronto’s harbor and skyline while enjoying dinner. (B)NOTE:Operation of the Niagara Falls sightseeing cruise is subject to favorable weather and/or river conditions. Favorable conditions usually exist from May to October. When conditions are unfavorable, Journey Behind the Falls will be substituted.TOUR HIGHLIGHT NATURAL WONDERS The famous natural wonder of Niagara Falls consists of three massive waterfalls – American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and Horseshoe Falls – plummeting from the southern end of Niagara Gorge. Spanning the border between Canada’s Ontario and America’s New York State, the largest of the falls is Horseshoe Falls – also known as the Canadian Falls –which straddles the border of both countries. Take a thrilling sightseeing cruise on the waters below the thunderous cascades of Niagara Falls and feel the mist and magic of this stunning spectacle of nature.
Day 7: Toronto,Ottawa
Location: Ottawa
Accommodation Name: Lord Elgin Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
TORONTO–OTTAWA Oh, Canada! Take a sightseeing tour of Toronto with a Local Guide. View Toronto’s two city halls, the Ontario legislature buildings, the university, and local neighborhoods, including Chinatown. Then, drive east to Canada’s beautiful capital, Ottawa. Located on the banks of the Ottawa River, Ottawa offers a unique blend of culture, history, and outdoor beauty. Tonight is at leisure. Consider a visit to the ByWard Market, walk along Rideau Canal or enjoy one of Ottawa’s many special restaurants. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT CITY SIGHTS Explore the sights of the capital of Ontario with a guided sightseeing tour of Toronto’s landmarks amid its soaring skyscrapers (all dwarfed by the iconic and stratospheric CN Tower). You’ll see Toronto’s two city halls, the Ontario legislature buildings, the university, and local neighborhoods, including the open-air markets and shops of Chinatown.
Day 8: Ottawa
Location: Ottawa
Accommodation Name: Lord Elgin Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
OTTAWA Tour with a Local Guide to see Ottawa in-depth. The remainder of the day is free. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT CULTURE & TRADITION Explore the city of Ottawa to see its famous landmarks, including Canadian Mint, residences of the Governor General and Prime Minister, the hexagonal National Arts Centre, Parliament Hill, the stately residences and the Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the oldest continuously operated canal system in North America.
Day 9: Ottawa,Montréal
Location: Montréal
Accommodation Name: Delta Hotels Montreal
Meals Included: Breakfast
OTTAWA–MONTRÉAL Magical Montréal Travel to Montréal to enjoy a sightseeing tour with a Local Guide. This evening is at leisure, perhaps stroll through the underground shopping area of Place Ville-Marie or visit historic Old Montréal. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTCULTURAL GEM Explore the cultural capital of Canada where the traditional Québécois style is celebrated along its cobblestone streets and grand buildings in European flair. Wander the historic streets of Montréal to see Notre Dame Basilica and Old Seminary of St. Sulpice, and visit the Old Port of Montréal for delightful dining, entertainment, to try an urban zipline or watch the sunset from the Montreal Observation Wheel.
Day 10: Montréal,Québec City
Location: Québec City
Accommodation Name: Hotel Le Concorde
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel east to Québec City and spend the next two nights in this romantic city located on the banks of the mighty St. Lawrence River. Until the British victory of 1759, Old Québec was the center of New France, and today is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This evening, consider a night out for regional French cuisine with dinner in Old Town Québec. Your GlobusGo app and tour director have insider tips for a memorable night out.
Day 11: Québec City
Location: Québec City
Accommodation Name: Hotel Le Concorde
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
QUÉBEC CITY French Sights & Bites Join your Local Guide this morning for an included tour of Québec City, Canada’s only walled city, including the Place d’Armes, ancient Place Royale, and the Plains of Abraham. The rest of the afternoon is free for independent sightseeing. Tonight’s included dinner outing takes you to Montmorency Falls and over to [LF] Ile d’Orléans for a delightful dinner at a fine restaurant in a restored 17th-century flour mill. (B,D)LOCAL FAVORITE LOCAL TASTES Le Moulin de Saint-Laurent is filled with a rich history originating from the era of the French Régime in Québec as a flour mill which formerly served the villagers of Ile d’Orléans. Take in the charming ambience of this lovingly restored stone wood-beamed restaurant to experience the treasured traditions of French Québec.
Day 12: Québec City,Franconia Notch State Park,New Hampshire,Boston,Massachusetts
Location: Québec City
Accommodation Name: Sheraton Boston Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
QUÉBEC CITY–FRANCONIA NOTCH STATE PARK, NEW HAMPSHIRE–BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS Treasures of New England Journey south to capture inspiring views of New England’s natural beauty through Vermont and New Hampshire. Next, pass New Hampshire’s state capitol dome at Concord and continue to Boston. This evening is at leisure. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT NATURAL WONDERS Drive through some of America’s most beautiful natural masterpieces in the Green Mountains of Northern Vermont. Here, the grandeur of mountain scenery and forest greenery are dotted with deep-blue lakes and panoramas for the perfect photo opportunities. Continue through the rich beauty of New Hampshire to the majestic beauty of Franconia Notch State Park in the stunning White Mountains.
Day 13: Boston
Location: Boston
Accommodation Name: Sheraton Boston Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
BOSTON The Freedom Trail This morning, a sightseeing tour focuses on the city’s most prominent landmarks of the Freedom Trail. See Boston Common, the Old State House, the Old North Church, and Faneuil Hall. The balance of the afternoon is at your leisure. Tonight, join your Tour Director for a farewell dinner and end the evening with a Boston favorite, an authentic handmade [LF] Italian cannoli. (B,D)LOCAL FAVORITELOCAL TASTES After a day of exploring the iconic sites along the Freedom Trail, take a seat in Boston’s legendary North End district for a farewell dinner in the American tradition. Dinner is finished with authentic handmade Italian cannoli, a Sicilian pastry filled with a sweet creamy filling and usually topped with chopped pistachios, candied fruit, or chocolate chips. Yum!
Day 14: Boston,New York City
Location: Boston, New York City
Accommodation Name: Westin New York at Times Square
Meals Included: Breakfast
BOSTON–NEW YORK CITY The Big Apple This morning, travel to New York City and enjoy a free evening to explore the vibrant city. Your Globus Local Host will be available to provide suggestions on how to spend your free time. (B)FREE TIME TIPSEXPLORE MORE with a free evening in New York City. Discover eateries and entertainment throughout Manhattan’s melting pot of cultures, cuisine and unique neighborhoods. Your GlobusGO mobile app has maps, restaurant ideas and suggested sights to enjoy in the Big Apple.
Day 15: New York City
Location: New York City
Accommodation Name: Westin New York at Times Square
Meals Included: Breakfast
NEW YORK CITY New York State of Mind Your stay in New York includes a city sightseeing ticket for the hop-on, hop-off bus. The narrated ride provides an overview of the highlights, and travels from Times Square to Soho to Battery Park & Wall Street, with many stops in between. During your free time, visit Top of the Rock for sweeping views of Manhattan or enjoy a Broadway show. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT EPIC RIDE Hear narrated commentary with fascinating stories about NYC! Hop-off and on as you please, to spend time at the poignant 9/11 Memorial & Museum near Wall Street, to tour the historic Grand Central, or to marvel at the famous lions in Midtown at the New York Public Library before watching the sunset from the nearby Empire State Building.
Day 16: New York City
Location: New York City
Accommodation Name: Westin New York at Times Square
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Accommodation in various hotels including Westin New York at Times Square, Capital Hilton in Washington DC, Holiday Inn Downtown Williamsport, Doubletree Fallsview Resort & Spa by Hilton in Niagara Falls, Novotel Toronto Centre, Lord Elgin Hotel in Ottawa, Delta Hotels Montreal, Hotel Le Concorde in Quebec City, and Sheraton Boston Hotel.
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Meals
Breakfast daily and 3 dinners are included.
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Sightseeing
Sightseeing tours with Local Guides in Washington DC, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, and Quebec City.
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Transportation
Transportation between cities including New York City, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Lancaster, Niagara Falls, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, Quebec City, Franconia Notch State Park, Boston, and back to New York City.
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Welcome Drink
Welcome drink on the first day in New York City.
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Niagara Falls Cruise
A thrilling boat ride to view the thundering falls from river level at Niagara Falls.
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Skyline Harbor Sightseeing Cruise
A scenic narrated Skyline harbor sightseeing cruise in New York City.
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Farewell Dinner
Farewell dinner in Boston with an authentic handmade Italian cannoli.
What's Not Included
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Optional Activities
Optional activities such as dinner at one of Washington’s favorite restaurants, visiting the top of the CN Tower in Toronto, and regional French cuisine dinner in Old Town Quebec.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks not included in the itinerary.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and should be purchased separately.
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Gratuities
Gratuities for the Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides are not included.
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Visa Fees
Visa fees and other travel documentation costs are not included.
Meals
Breakfast daily, 3 dinners
Notes
Operation of the Niagara Falls sightseeing cruise is subject to favorable weather and/or river conditions. Favorable conditions usually exist from May to October. When conditions are unfavorable, a visit to the Journey Behind the Falls will be substituted.Enjoy spectacular fall colors on our Fall Foliage departures: September 10 through October 3 (Mother Nature permitting).
Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select North America dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.
UNESCO Sites
Historic District of Old Quebec|Rideau Canal
Accommodation
Stay in luxurious hotels including Westin New York at Times Square, Capital Hilton in Washington DC, Holiday Inn Downtown Williamsport, Doubletree Fallsview Resort & Spa by Hilton in Niagara Falls, Novotel Toronto Centre, Lord Elgin Hotel in Ottawa, Delta Hotels Montreal, Hotel Le Concorde in Quebec City, and Sheraton Boston Hotel.
Mode of Transport
Travel comfortably between cities such as New York City, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Lancaster, Niagara Falls, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, Quebec City, Franconia Notch State Park, Boston, and back to New York City.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides accommodation in various hotels including the Westin New York at Times Square, Capital Hilton in Washington DC, Holiday Inn Downtown Williamsport, Doubletree Fallsview Resort & Spa by Hilton in Niagara Falls, Novotel Toronto Centre, Lord Elgin Hotel in Ottawa, Delta Hotels Montreal, Hotel Le Concorde in Quebec City, and Sheraton Boston Hotel.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, breakfast is provided daily and there are 3 dinners included in the tour package.
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Is there a sightseeing cruise included at Niagara Falls?
Yes, the tour includes a thrilling boat ride on a Niagara Falls sightseeing cruise to view the thundering falls from river level. However, the operation of the cruise is subject to favorable weather and river conditions, typically available from May to October.
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What are some of the key landmarks visited in Washington DC?
In Washington DC, the tour includes sightseeing with a Local Guide to see the nation's legendary capital landmarks such as the Vietnam, Lincoln, and Korean War Veterans Memorials, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, the Jefferson Memorial, the Washington Monument, the White House, and historic Capitol Hill.
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What activities are available during free time in New York City?
During free time in New York City, you can use a city sightseeing ticket for the hop-on, hop-off bus to explore highlights from Times Square to Soho to Battery Park & Wall Street. You may also visit Top of the Rock for views of Manhattan or enjoy a Broadway show.
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What is the farewell dinner experience in Boston like?
The farewell dinner in Boston includes a meal in the city's legendary North End district, followed by an authentic handmade Italian cannoli, a Sicilian pastry filled with sweet creamy filling.
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Are there any optional activities available during the tour?
Yes, there are optional activities such as dinner at one of Washington’s favorite restaurants, visiting the top of the CN Tower in Toronto, and enjoying a regional French cuisine dinner in Old Town Quebec.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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