Your Itinerary
Welcome to New York City!
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink.
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 Reading Terminal Market. Continue south to Washington DC, the nation’s capital. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SIGHTS Philadelphia’s proud history spans the American Revolution to a major force in modern culture, sports, music, and business.ENHANCED FREE TIME 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. 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.
Monumental Memorials
Sightseeing with a Local Guide to see the [LF] nation’s legendary landmarks. Celebrate America’s 250th birthday in the dynamic nation’s capital. 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)LOCAL FAVORITELEGENDARY 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.
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) TOUR HIGHLIGHTFREEDOM ROAD Williamsport was an important point in the Underground Railroad. In 1867, Frederick Douglass spoke to a crowd at The Doebler House, a hotel that possibly worked with the Underground Railroad, housing people as they moved north. The Freedom Road area offered caves in wooded areas, barns, secret hiding places, and the friends and family of Daniel Hughes discreetly provided shelter, food, and assistance to people traveling north to freedom.
WILLIAMSPORT–NIAGARA FALLS, ONTARIO
Onward to Canada!
Travel through the rolling Appalachian Mountains and enter New York State. Visit the Corning Museum of Glass, the world’s most extensive collection of glass and top glassblowing school. Continue north and cross the border into Canada for magnificent Niagara Falls. Enjoy an included dinner this evening in Niagara Falls. (B,D)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.
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.
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). Located on the shore of Lake Ontario, Toronto offers an appealing variety of historic sites, including the St. Lawrence Market, a culinary and cultural hub.
Mint Condition
Tour Ottawa with a Local Guide to see Canada’s capital in-depth. Visit legendary landmarks including the residence of the Governor General, the hexagonal National Arts Centre, Parliament Hill, and the historic Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the oldest continuously operated canal system in North America. The remainder of the day is free. Consider lunch in Little Italy, a visit to the Royal Canadian Mint or explore the National Gallery of Canada. (B) ENHANCED FREE TIME EXPLORE MORE with free time in Ottawa. Your Tour Director will have suggestions for additional sightseeing, shopping, and restaurant ideas.
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.
French-Canadian Treasures
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. (B)
Spend your day your way in Québec City
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. Explore more of Québec City with your choice of included Globus Choice excursions.
QUINTESSENTIAL QUÉBEC
Discover the history and charm of Québec City during a guided 90-minute scenic sightseeing cruise on the Saint Lawrence River. Travel from Old Quebec to Montmorency Falls, passing by Île d'Orléans, and enjoy stunning views of the Château Frontenac.
CASTLE ON THE HILL
Gallantly sitting in the heart of the Old City, the Fairmont Le Château Frontenac is an iconic and historic site in Québec City. Enjoy a guided tour and explore the interior and exterior of the grand chateau, learn about the landmark's history, architecture, and colorful characters.
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.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.
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. After dinner, don’t forget the cannoli! Indulge in authentic handmade Italian cannoli, a Sicilian pastry filled with a sweet creamy filling and usually topped with chopped pistachios, candied fruit, or chocolate chips. TOUR HIGHLIGHTREVOLUTIONARY IDEAS The historic city of Boston is dressed in full regalia to celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution. This commemoration of the history-changing Siege of Boston (1775-1776) which began with the first shots at Lexington and Concord, and colonial army laying siege on Boston for 11 months as the British forces fought to maintain control of the town and its harbor. This siege was the first chapter in an eight-year war for American Independence and the hard-won freedom enjoyed today.
Safe travels until we meet again!
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
