The east coast of the US is home to some of the most historic cities with New York, Philadelphia and Washington DC all clinging to the Atlantic. Begin and end in the hustle and bustle of New York; enjoy Times Square, Central Park, Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty before heading on to Philadelphia, where a historical tour is just the thing to work up an appetite for some authentic Philly cuisine. Discover some of the most important monuments in the country in Washington, before returning to New York.
Welcome to New York. Check in to your hotel by midday. In the early afternoon, meet your guide for the Secrets of Times Square Urban Adventure. Times Square can feel crowded and touristy when you first arrive, but the tour will open your eyes to some true local haunts. The rest of the evening is free for you to explore this immense city. Your guide will be able to provide you with recommendations for some great places to eat and drink.
Day 2 - Starting: Philadelphia & Finishing: Philadelphia
In the morning take a two-hour train south to Philadelphia. On arrival into the city, meet your guide for the History in HD Urban Adventure. From the building where the United States Constitution was signed to the site of the house where George Washington once lived, embark on a historical journey through Philadelphia. The tour finishes in the late afternoon and you have the rest of the evening free to explore. Your guide will be able to suggest some things to do and see in the city.
Day 3 - Starting: Washington DC & Finishing: Washington DC
After breakfast, travel to the nation's capital of Washington DC (approximately 2-3 hours). Your day is free to explore this compact city, before meeting up with your guide in the evening for the Monuments by Night Urban Adventure. Climb aboard an open-air electric vehicle for a tour around some of the city's most iconic sights. Cruise by the Washington Monument and the Lincoln, Franklin Delano Roosevelt and Jefferson Memorials, which all look spectacular when they’re lit up at night. You'll be on your own tomorrow, so if you want any recommendations about what to see and do in town, now's a good time to ask your guide.
Day 4 - Starting: Washington DC & Finishing: Washington DC
Today is free to explore Washington DC on your own. Perhaps head to the White House, take a tour of the National Museum of Natural History or stroll through the manicured park of the National Mall. Discover the cobbled streets, harbour or university in the historical district of Georgetown. In the evening, perhaps try some authentic American food at one of the many grill joints in town.
Day 5 - Starting: New York & Finishing: New York
Take the train back to New York this morning (approximately 3-4 hours), where your trip comes to an end. There are no more activities planned for today and you're free to depart at anytime.
Get dwarfed by the Lincoln Memorial in Washington DC
Snack on a Philly cheesesteak in Philadelphia
Take in Washington DC by night on a guided walk
Seek out the best bagels and coffee in New York
The east coast of the US is home to some of the most historic cities with New York, Philadelphia and Washington DC all clinging to the Atlantic. Begin and end in the hustle and bustle of New York; enjoy Times Square, Central Park, Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty before heading on to Philadelphia, where a historical tour is just the thing to work up an appetite for some authentic Philly cuisine. Discover some of the most important monuments in the country in Washington, before returning to New York.
Enjoy yourself to the max as you travel from New Orleans down to Miami. Skip your way down the white sandy beaches in Panama City and Key West, sampling Key Lime Pie and icy cold drinks as you go. Enjoy the high-octane thrills that come with the territory in Orlando – with an optional trip to Universal Studios or Disney World – before hobnobbing with the beautiful people at a bar or restaurant in sunny Miami. This Florida adventure in the orange capital of the world will leave you tanned, relaxed and refreshed.
America is home to many sights with fascinating history at every turn, and this western US tour takes in some of the best spots around. Enjoy nature as you walk past centuries-old sequoia trees in Yosemite National Park, hike around the edge of the Grand Canyon, and enjoy the desert in super-hot Death Valley. Swap nature for the city and feel the power of hundreds of thousands of watts of neon lights in Las Vegas, before zipping off into the desert again. Sample excellent Mexican cuisine in San Diego and then try foodie delights in San Francisco. This trip, with its perfect mix of city and nature, will leave you refreshed and wanting to come back and do it all over again.
Set out eastbound across the USA’s great southwest for a sampling of the classic American road trip. Journey from the vibrant jazz and colourful Creole scene of New Orleans through the deserts of New Mexico to the Carlsbad Caverns and Santa Fe’s artsy hub. Learn about Anasazi Indian culture in Mesa Verde National Park, be dwarfed by the towering sandstone structures of Monument Valley, live it up in Las Vegas then wander through Death Valley and into the wilds of Yosemite. With a perfect blend of natural wonders and urban treasures, this is the perfect trip for understanding the diversities and contrasts that make up this larger-than-life nation.
