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Characteristics
- Low-cost class hotels (basic, often in the suburbs)
- group tour with local courier / guide
- in English only. Meals included (see “Price includes”). Starting from 31 days before departure, availability is on request. Minimum age: 8 years,
Itinerary
Day 1 — Toronto
Arrival and shuttle transfer to the hotel, Dinner at leisure, free evening and night. Accommodation Elena Hotel,
Day 2 — Toronto → Niagara Falls
Breakfast, panoramic city tour, Standing on the shore of Lake Ontario, Toronto is not afraid to show off its wealth: its skyline juts with shining skyscrapers, under the futurist steeple of the CN Tower., The highlights of the visit are Bay Street, the business district, the Town Hall, the Ontario Legislative Building, the University of Ontario, Yonge Street, and Eaton Center.. You then leave the city in the direction of the Niagara Peninsula. The journey takes you through small villages and towns along Lake Ontario to Niagara Falls. Here you have time to admire the waterfalls and do one or two of the many activities at Niagara Falls., You might have seen them a million times in pictures or on TV, but rest assured – the real thing will leave you speechless. The border between Canada and the USA crosses the river Niagara; not far from the falls, the small Goat Island floats in the middle of the river, thus creating two different waterfalls: the American Falls on the USA side, with a crest line of about 320 m; and the famous Horseshoe Falls, twice as wide, on the Canadian side. Winter makes the landscape even more breathtaking, with the waterfalls turning into massive ice walls. A ferry-boat cruise at the foot of the Falls is a must-do. We recommend climbing to the top of Skylon Tower at night to see the floodlit waterfalls from above. A one-day stay is more than enough., Lunch (with half-board supplement) in a restaurant overlooking the waterfalls, A thrilling boat ride on the Hornblower Niagara Cruises - Voyage to the Falls will take you to the base of the thundering falls for an unforgettable experience. You'll also take a ride to the top of the Skylon Tower, which offers spectacular views of the Falls and the surrounding Niagara district. Afterwards, you can take an optional Niagara Helicopter Tour or a ride on the Niagara Skywheel for breathtaking views of the Niagara Falls region. The evening is at leisure to explore North America's “honeymoon capital”., Dinner at leisure. Accommodation Hotel JabĂn Tulum,
Day 3 — Niagara Falls → Ottawa
Breakfast, departure to Ottawa, approx. 60-minute cruise through the archipelagos of the Thousands Islands, a luscious wooded enclave the Indian used to call “the Garden of the Great Spirit”. A favourite area of the rich and the aristocrat of the 20th century, who built several mansions and castles there, continue to, Ottawa, the capital city of Canada, stands between the British identity of Toronto and the French heritage of Montreal – both physically and historically. It’s one of the most unique cities in the country. The seat of the Canadian Parliament and a cultural centre of importance, Ottawa is a pleasant town, brimming with parks, Dinner at leisure, free evening and night, accommodation in a hotel in the suburbs. Accommodation Mint Hotel,
Day 4 — Ottawa → Montreal
Breakfast, panoramic city tour, departure to, Photographic safari in Omega Park aboard a modified school bus to see wolves, bears, bison, ibex, reindeer, foxes, and coyotes. Even though the animals live in captivity, they have access to vast spaces., The journey carries on along the northern bank of the Saint Lawrence river crossing Charlevoix, a pleasant area interspersed with country hamlets and lakeside villages, continue to, The second biggest city in Canada, Montréal stands exactly between Europe's western coast and Vancouver, and it is a unique embodiment of both sides. Two thirds of its inhabitants have French origins; as for the rest, it's an exceptional melting pot of different people – English, Chinese, Italian, Greek, South American, Eastern European and Caribbean. This variety is shown especially in Montréal’s cuisine and its countless folklore celebration, making it one of the liveliest cities in Canada, Dinner at leisure, free evening and night. Accommodation,
Day 5 — Montreal
Breakfast, visit of the city, the highlights of the visit are Old Montréal (especially the cathedral of Notre-Dame); the residential block and the business district; the Quartier Latino; the Olympic Complex; the McGill University campus and the dazzling city view from the top of Mount Royal, the rest of the day is free, Dinner at leisure. Accommodation,
Day 6 — Montreal → Quebec City
Breakfast, Visit a typical “cabane à sucre”: a small cabin in the wood where sap is boiled to make maple syrup. Demonstration of the cooking process, followed by a rich typical lunch, departure to the Quebec City, Stop at the spectacular Montmorency Falls and at the Basilica of Ste-Anne-de-Beaupré, one of the most sacred Canadian pilgrimage sites., arrival at Quebec City, Standing in a wonderfully panoramic location on Cap Diamant, overlooking the Saint Lawrence, Québec is the city with the oldest tradition in Canada. It’s also the only Northern American city that still boasts walls, bastions and buttresses, as well as many churches and convents, thus deserving the title of UNESCO World Heritage Site. Québec takes pride in its deeply-rooted French tradition., panoramic visit, Highlights of the visit: the old town with Place Royale, the fortifications, the Citadelle, the famous Chateau Frontenac, and a glimpse of the modern city., the rest of the day is free, Dinner at leisure. Accommodation,
Day 7 — Quebec City
Breakfast, departure to, The journey carries on along the northern bank of the Saint Lawrence river crossing Charlevoix, a pleasant area interspersed with country hamlets and lakeside villages, Leaving from the bank of the wide Saint Lawrence river, you will go on a whale-watching cruise in the Tadoussac fjord – a stunningly beautiful location. You will have a chance to catch glimpses of the huge Rorqual and the white Beluga whales, return to Quebec City, Dinner at leisure, free evening and night. Accommodation,
Day 8 — Quebec City → Boston
Breakfast, departure to, free lunch, arrival at, The capital city of Massachusetts, Boston is a happy mixture of present and past: the wide avenues of the modern part of the city blend into the narrow, snakelike lanes of the old colonial town; futuristic skyscrapers rise next to historic buildings. Boston was built in 1630 around the Boston Common – a pasture then used to graze local livestock – and, during the following century, became the core of the American Revolutionary War against Great Britain. After independence was declared, Boston kept on thriving as a trading and culture centre. Boston's many firsts include the United States' first public school (1635). Today the city houses several major education and research facilities, such as Harvard and MIT., Dinner (available at additional cost), free evening and night, accommodation in a hotel in the suburbs. Accommodation Daiwa Roynet Hotel Morioka-Ekimae,
Day 9 — Boston → Newark
Breakfast, panoramic tour of Newark, unscheduled lunch (not included), departure to, arrival at Newark in the evening, Dinner (available at additional cost), accommodation in a hotel in the suburbs. Accommodation Richmond Hotel Morioka Ekimae,
Day 10 — Newark → Rockville
Breakfast, departure to, free lunch, afternoon panoramic tour of the city, Washington DC is the capital city of the United States – and its very political heart. Washington is a monumental city, with impressive white-marble buildings, memorials and some of the very best museums. It also boasts extremely pleasant residential districts, dotted with antique houses, parks and gardens, making for a lively, multicultural city., Outside panoramic tour of the White House, the US Capitol, the most relevant monuments and memorials., Dinner (available at additional cost), accommodation in a hotel in the suburbs. Accommodation Alpine Meadows Resort,
Day 11 — Rockville → Lancaster
Breakfast, departure to, Philadelphia is America at its very heart. True to its name, which means “city of the brotherly love”, it’s one of the most ethnically diverse cities in the USA. The tour's must-see is an outside view of Independence Hall – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – and Liberty Bell, commemorating Philadelphia’s key role in the Nation’s history., free lunch, continue to, The Amish, Mennonite and Brethern communities live in the small county of Lancaster, which is aptly known as Amish Country. The communities still live according to their three-century-old traditions - travel back in time amid pristine farms, horse-drawn buggies, lovely shops and markets., Visit an Amish farm, Dinner (available at additional cost). Accommodation in a hotel in the suburbs, accommodation Best Western Lakmi Nice,
Day 12 — Lancaster → New York
Breakfast, departure to, New York: the largest city in the USA, and the most captivating one. Its core is the island of Manhattan, thriving with many microcosms and different lifestyles: Harlem, Central Park, the city’s outstanding museums, its iconic skyscrapers, the ethnic neighborhoods in Lower Manhattan – Chinatown, the Jewish district, and what’s left of Little Italy –; restored SoHo, Tribeca and the Village, good as new; and Wall Street, where business means business., Orientation tour of Manhattan through its most significant neighborhoods. Discover its major buildings and monuments., free lunch, the rest of the afternoon is free, Dinner (available at additional cost), free evening and night. Accommodation,
Day 13 — New York
Breakfast, full day tour of, Visit to Brooklyn and the historic neighborhood of Brooklyn Heights, followed by Lower Manhattan. Highlights include: Wall Street and the Financial District, Chinatown, Little Italy, Soho, and Greenwich Village., Those nostalgic for the way things were will occasionally complain that Brooklyn isn't what it used to be – but, as a matter of fact, it changed for the better. Formerly grubby streets have turned into the most charming avenues, thriving with local shops, cozy restaurants, pubs, organic markets, gardens, and bikelanes. Brooklyn is a perfect example of what the Americans call “gentrification”: the price of real estate may rise, but so does the interest of tourists., free lunch, Climb to 86th floor of the Empire State Building to enjoy a spectacular view of Manhattan and the bay from this huge Art Deco masterpiece, the rest of the afternoon is free, Dinner (available at additional cost), free evening and night. Accommodation,
Day 14 — New York
Breakfast, morning at leisure, Check-out of the room, transfer to the airport, end of the tour,
Notes
BAGGAGE: One medium-size baggage (max. 23 kg) per person is allowed. Due to limited storage room, we cannot assure you can bring along extra baggage. When extra storage room is available, a fee of $7 will be applied to any extra luggage, to be paid to the courier at the beginning of the tour. Note, however, that we cannot know in advance whether any extra storage room will be available or not. Due to security reasons, you cannot deposit your extra baggage at the first hotel of the tour.. ROOMS: rooms only have one or two beds. “Triple”, “quadruple”, “family” room refers to the number of the guests, who will sleep in the beds provided (max. 2). The possibility of adding a rollaway bed – even if requested at the time of reservation – is subject to availability, with a supplement to be paid on site. Likewise, special requests for double or separate beds; adjoining, high-floor, low-floor rooms etc. are always upon request and these services can never be considered as granted.. DISABLED PEOPLE: disabled travellers can take part to the tour as long as they are self-sufficient. This is because means of transport are not equipped with a wheelchair platform; in addiction, due to insurance and security reasons, neither the guide nor the driver are allowed to help passengers getting on board. Disabled passengers must thus travel with an assistant of their own, to provide them all the help they might need during the tour. All bookings are on request.. TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: before the start of the tour, all the participants must make sure they possess the required documents to enter the destination countries, and that such documents are comprehensive and valid.. OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS: a list of optional services, to be paid by credit card or in cash, will be offered to you on site. The courier is under no obligation to provide assistance to the passengers for excursions purchased before departure.. MINIMUM AGE: At least 8 years, although we recommend a minimum of 12. People younger than 18 years (21 for Las Vegas) must share their room with a traveller of age; otherwise, hotels will refuse to accept them in.. SMOKING: smoking is prohibited in hotels and on coaches.. HOTEL, CHECK IN: People younger than 18 years (21 for Las Vegas) must share their room with a traveller of age; otherwise, hotels will refuse to accept them in.. HOTEL, DEPOSIT: at the time of check-in, you will be asked to provide a personal credit card as guarantee for extra expenses. If you are using a company credit card, you must get an authorisation from your company. The hold as guarantee for extra expenses changes according to the category of the hotel. The hold will be unblocked between 3 and 10 days after check-out date; more days might be required if the credit card is linked to a non-American bank. We suggest you bring along at least two credit cards.. HOTEL / ITINERARY, CHANGES: The Organizing Body reserves the right to substitute the itinerary and/or the hotels to alternative of a similar or superior category in the event of unplanned circumstances, and if the safe and normal proceeding of the tour is threatened. Furthermore, when in the impossibility for all of the travellers to stay at the same hotel, the group will be split amidst several hotels of the same category.. START OF THE TOUR: please show up at the meeting point at least 30 minutes before departure. You are strongly advised to be punctual. No refund is provided for passengers failing to meet at designated time.. TIPS: not included – but virtually mandatory, unless service is badly disappointing. Suggested tips: $5-6/day per person for the courier; $4-5/day per person for the driver.. MEALS: not included when not specified. COACH SEATING: seats are variably assigned day by day.. REFUNDS: If the tour or any part thereof cannot be conducted due to Force Majeure or Vis Majeure, the Company shall not be responsible to give any refund; also, no refund will be given for any portions of the tour unused by the traveler. TRANSFERS: not included when not specified. When included, a supplement for private transfer is applied in the event of arrival/departure late in the evening/night or early in the morning (usually between 8pm and 7am). A supplement is always charged to individual passengers.
Starts from
13 days / 11 nights – from Toronto to New York
Meals
Key: B breakfast, L lunch, D dinner. In some hotels, breakfast may be available in a take-away version.. Half board (with a supplement to be paid at the time of reservation), (lunches 6 – dinners 6),
Price includes
American breakfast, accommodation at the scheduled hotel (or similar), meals: American-style breakfasts, Italian-speaking driver/guide (up to 18 participants), up to 18 passengers: minibus; from 19 passengers: coach. Both vehicles are air-conditioned., admissions, visits and excursions: as scheduled, airport/hotel transfer upon arrival, hotel/airport transfer upon departure,
Price does not include
Administration fees and “no-risk” coverage, trip cancellation, medical expense & baggage coverage, meals that have not been specified; beverage; any extra, tips, porterage, air travel and taxes, everything not expressly mentioned in "The fee includes",
Optional visits
Ask your guide for suggestions on optional excursions (to be paid on site – no obligation to buy). Please find below a list of the approximate prices per person. We cannot guarantee that any of the listed optional will be provided. They will be subject to time availability and to several other factors..
Cancellation policies
31-15 days before the start of the criminal tour 25%, 14-8 days 50%, 7-2 days 75%, less than 48 hours 90%, no show or cancellation after the tour has started 100%.,
