Eastern USA & Canada Escape

Hit the ground running on your Eastern USA & Canada adventure! Meet your tour leader and group in the morning, then journey from New York to Boston. En route, pause in Newport, Rhode Island, for some free time to explore and grab lunch. This coastal gem boasts a rich history and has a thriving artistic scene. Leaving Newport behind, travel through Connecticut to Boston. Tonight, enjoy an included welcome dinner, while you get to know your fellow travellers and tour leader. Settle in for the evening and relax and recharge for another day of discovery ahead!

Explore Boston your way! After breakfast, join a driving tour with your tour leader to see some of Boston’s highlights, like Quincy Hall and the city’s oldest park. Then, choose your adventure, as the rest of the day is yours to enjoy as you wish. Opt for the hop-on hop-off bus tour to conveniently explore the city and see major sights like Beacon Hill and the historic 221 ft high Bunker Hill monument. Or, join the Boston and Harvard University optional excursion and discover one of the world’s most prestigious universities!

Goodbye, Boston! Today, the tour hits the road for Quebec City. But first, visit Flume Gorge in New Hampshire and drive through the White Mountain National Forest, soaking in the stunning scenery. This natural wonder extends 800 ft at Mount Liberty's base, with walls narrowing to 12 ft apart. Capture unforgettable photos on the boardwalk through the gorge. Afterwards, enjoy free time for lunch in Littleton. Then, cross into Canada, heading to Quebec City, the nation's only walled settlement. Check into the hotel and unwind with a free evening to relax or explore the vibrant nightlife.

Get ready to explore on this full free day in Quebec! Join a morning walking tour with a local guide to uncover historical gems like Old Quebec, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and iconic landmarks such as Chateau Frontenac, Place Royale, and the Citadel/Musée Royal 22è Régiment. The rest of the day is yours to indulge in the city's cultural delights and outdoor adventures. Venture beyond the city to soak in breathtaking landscapes or opt for an optional day trip to Montmorency Falls, a mesmerising waterfall on the Montmorency River. This trip includes a visit to an Indigenous site and a cider tasting! Choose your own path and immerse yourself in the beauty of Quebec!

Leaving Montreal's charm behind, the tour heads to Ottawa, Canada's capital. Along the way, stop in Old Montreal. Why not try a local favourite, poutine, for lunch? This quintessential Canadian dish features french fries, cheese curds, and gravy and is a must-try! Later, arrive in Ottawa and do a quick check-in at the hotel before hopping back on the coach for an orientation walking and driving tour showcasing Parliament Hill and other city gems. End the day's tour in ByWard Market, where you can capture a photo by the OTTAWA sign and enjoy a delicious meal before returning to the hotel to unwind for the evening.

After leaving Ottawa, head to Toronto, stopping at a maple farm for an essential Canadian experience. Enjoy a breakfast of pancakes, French toast, and, of course, maple syrup before touring the farm and museum. Later, once in Toronto, take a guided city tour with your tour leader, then check in to your hotel. The rest of the evening is free to explore Toronto at your own pace. Ask your tour leader for recommendations on where to get dinner or perhaps pay a visit to the famous CN Tower.

No Canadian getaway is complete without a visit to Niagara Falls! Today, venture towards this iconic natural wonder, leaving the shores of Great Lake Ontario behind. Before reaching the falls, immerse yourself in the charm of Niagara-on-the-Lake, famed for its wineries. Enjoy a wine tasting at a local winery and try Ontario's renowned ice wine. Then, behold the grandeur of Niagara's Horseshoe Falls. To see more of this region, opt for an optional boat tour or a memorable helicopter ride. The evening is yours to freely explore. Seeing the falls at night is highly recommended!

After breakfast, prepare to journey back to the United States, arriving in Detroit by afternoon. This urban and gritty American city is renowned for its muscle cars and Motown music scene. Post-recession, Detroit embarked on a transformative journey of reinvention. Hop on a guided driving tour to delve into the city's rich narrative of ascent, decline and resurgence. The evening offers freedom for independent exploration or the opportunity to join an optional Detroit walking tour, uncovering more of the city's top attractions and delving deeper into the city's captivating history.

Leaving Detroit behind, the tour makes its way to Pittsburgh via Cleveland, with a stopover in Cleveland’s vibrant entertainment district. Spend your free time grabbing a bite to eat or visiting the famous House of Blues. Craving a taste of American roadside cuisine? Try the legendary Polish Boy sandwich — a delectable combination of grilled kielbasa, BBQ sauce, coleslaw, and chips on a bun. For music fans, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame is a fantastic and unmissable optional excursion! Later, arrive in Pittsburgh and take a ride on the historic Duquesne Incline. Reach Mt. Washington's observation deck and marvel at the panoramic view of the city.

Continuing the American adventure, the next destination is Washington, D.C.! Steeped in history and brimming with iconic sights, the nation's capital is an important stop on any tour of America! Today's itinerary includes a poignant visit to Arlington Cemetery, the final resting place of JFK. En route to tonight's accommodation, catch glimpses of Washington's iconic landmarks. Get a photo at the White House and honour veterans at the WWII Memorial. After checking into the hotel, the evening is yours to freely roam and discover D.C.'s magic at your own pace.

Start your morning with an informative driving tour of the National Mall and Smithsonian Museums. The remainder of the day is yours to delve deeper into Washington's treasures. Consider visiting the National Museum of Natural History for an enriching experience. Navigate the city conveniently with the Old Town trolley and see all the major sights. Alternatively, choose to join the optional Extended Washington D.C. Sightseeing Tour for an in-depth exploration of the city's historical significance. Marvel at poignant memorials such as the Korean War and Vietnam Veterans memorials and iconic landmarks including the Jefferson and Lincoln memorials and more!

On the final day of this Eastern USA and Canada tour, bid farewell to Washington and journey to New York via Philadelphia. Pause for some free time in the heart of downtown Philly. Grab a bite, explore solo, or join the optional walking tour showcasing the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, Ben Franklin Grave, Betsy Ross House, and more. Later in the afternoon, continue on to the bustling Big Apple, where the tour comes to a close.