5-Day CT East Coast Deluxe Tour: DC, New York, Niagara Falls & Boston,Yale University, Harvard University, MIT

Summary of the Day:

Pick up all the passengers at Chinatown at 8:00AM, and then we will go to the National Mall (also known as the Capitol Hill).
After pick up all the passengers, we will head to Washington D.C. and go to the National Mall (also known as the Capitol Hill). The National Mall sees millions of visitors and protestors every year, but it has also played as host to many history-making events. Next, we will visit the Lincoln Memorial (30 minutes). This grand monument overlooks the Reflecting Pool, the Washington Monument and the U.S. Capitol. Inside, the 19-foot marble statue of the 16th president is flanked by inscriptions of his Second Inaugural Address and the famous Gettysburg Address. Additionally, we will stop at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial (15 minutes) and the Korean War Memorial (15 minutes). The two monuments honor members of the U.S. armed forces who fought in the wars. Then visit the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum (90 minutes). We will take a glance at the human aviation and space heritage as well as have a vision of space travel in the future through thousands of objects on display, including the 1903 Wright Flyer, Charles Lindbergh's Spirit of St. Louis, the Apollo 11 Command Module Columbia, and a lunar rock you can touch. Later we can take photos with backdrops of the White House (20 minutes) and the U.S. Capitol (20 Minutes) due to the visit limitation for the public. Along the way, you will also see and pass by the Thomas Jefferson Memorial, WWII Memorial and more. Head Northeast, we will visit Philadelphia where known as the birthplace of American democracy. At the Independence National Historical Park (45 minutes), tour guide will arrange a free time for guests to walk around. Inside the Independence Hall, you will have a special moment of standing exactly where the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed. You also won’t miss the Liberty Bell which is recognized for its famous crack. Go beyond the iconic crack to learn how this State House bell was transformed into an extraordinary symbol. You will also see the Statue of Washington, Congress Hall, and many other great attractions. Last but not least, we will go to downtown to visit Liberty Observation Deck (60 minutes), which is the only observation deck in Philadelphia. Guests will stand on the shoulder of Philadelphia's 'giant', Benjamin Franklin, to see the historic city through a splendid 360-degree view.

According to the traffic, weather and time of the day, guests may have chance to visit One Liberty Observation Deck, which is the only observation deck in Philadelphia. Guests will stand on the shoulder of Philadelphia's 'giant', Benjamin Franklin, to see the historic city through a splendid 360-degree view.

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At a first glance, travelling around the entire of New York City seems like the mission impossible; however, our highly organized tour is especially designed for you to feel the core spirit of the New York, by visiting amounts of famous landmarks and museums to learn more of its unique history, and shopping in the world top-brand boutiques! By stepping up to the Empire State Building(60 minutes), guests could overlook the beautiful view of the central park and the entire of New York City. Empire State Building stood as the world's tallest building for nearly 40 years, and has been surpassed in late 1970. Its name is derived from the nickname for New York, the Empire State. Nowadays it is still the most famed landmark of the city of New York. Also, Guests will have a chance to take a sightseeing cruise (60 minutes)on the Hudson River to enjoy the city from a totally different view, as well as take pictures with the backdrops of Statue of Liberty and Brooklyn Bridge. In addition, USS INTREPID (90 minutes), the national heritage that costs $120 million, is reopening for visitors. Concorde supersonic airliner and a variety of aircrafts will be all in the exhibition for the guests to visit. Wandering around the world's famous financial and securities trading center  Wall Street, taking pictures with the symbol of New York Stock Exchange - Charging Bull, and visiting Trinity Church, Times Square, Madame Tussauds. Of course, we will not miss the famous Metropolitan Museum of Art. The Metropolitan Museum of Art (120 minutes) is the largest art museum in the United States with collections of more than 2 million works of art. In the end of the day, our tour bus will take guests see around the Fifth Avenue, Rockefeller Center, Ground Zero and the new construction of WTO - Freedom tower.

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Starting early in the morning, we will visit Yale University (60 minutes) to view its Gothic Style campus and to learn the interesting history of this colonial school. Walk around where students live and study, visit one of the most famous libraries in world on Yale campus (ONLY public area of the school is available to visit during exam time). After enjoying a wonderful red lobster feast in Boston, we will travel to the city of Cambridge, MA and visit the Harvard University (60 minutes). Here, you will find Harvard’s oldest campus and take pictures with the statue of John Harvard, known as the “Statue of Three Lies”. Also, we have a chance to take pictures with the backdrop of MIT’s main buildings (15 minutes). Later, go sightseeing in the Boston city. We will pass by the old Trinity Cathedral, the Hancock Building, the Boston Park, Prudential Center, and Boston Public Library along the way while overlooking the gold dome of the State House. Take the Boston harbor cruise (60 minutes)in the afternoon, overview this old city and explore its fascinating history. Spending time in Quincy Market (40 minutes), where you can shop for souvenirs or try the famous local food - New England clam chowder.

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Driving along with the Erie Canal with crossing over upstate of New York, we will be heading to the magnificent Niagara Falls. In Niagara Falls, guests will be amazed by the deafening roar of the American Fall, the Horseshoe Fall and the Bridal Veil Fall! Go face-to-face with the pounding waters of Niagara Falls and get soaked with the mist from the thundering water when you are strolling in the State Park. Here, we will continue our tour in Niagara Falls by the famous Maid of the Mist boat ride (40 minutes) (Winter Closed) which takes passengers as close to the falls as possible. Absolutely, you won’t miss the "Niagara: Legends of Adventure", a dramatic 45-minute IMAX film on the new 45ft×25ft screen, to discover the history and culture of the Niagara Falls. In the evening, guests can freely arrange the night time - walking around the state park to watch the falls illumination or trying your lucks in the casino. In some days, if you are not tired, you may have a chance to watch fireworks on the falls at 10 o’clock (depends on Niagara Bureau schedule)

Reminder:
1. No boat operation in winter. If time is available, guests will have chance to take the impressive and exciting Niagara Jetboat.
2. The completeness of night view on certain summer evenings may be limited or not available due to late sunset time and US Federal Government regulations on driving hours.

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In the morning, you can choose either: A. to stay in the Falls Park for self-exploration till returning the hotel, or, B. to take Niagara Falls In-depth Tour (Tour fee: $25/person, including $13 of the admission ticket; 120 minutes). This interesting and exciting tour includes two popular attractions: the magnificent natural wonder - Niagara Whirlpool State Park and the U.S. historic landmark - Old Fort Niagara. The Niagara Whirlpool’s greatest depth is 125 feet. It is estimated the whirlpool formed approximately 4,200 years ago by the upstream erosion of the Niagara escarpment by Niagara River. Old Fort Niagara is a rich historic landmark; it spans more than 300 years. Its commanding presence on the great lake caused it to play a critical role in the French and Indian War, the American Revolution and the War of 1812. The gorgeous Lake Ontario lies behind the Fort. Go back to Washington D.C.
If you do NOT want to take the bus back to Washington D.C., you can choose to leave at Buffalo
Airport. (Please book flight departing after 13:00)

Reminder:
1. City passes are not accepted during an escorted tour due to the fact that they do not correspond into the tour schedule. The group entrance tickets provided by tour guides have fast lane and tour guides accompany passengers for activities.
2. If you do NOT want to take the bus back to Washington D.C., you can choose to leave at Buffalo Airport, which means you will NOT visit the Corning Glass Museum. (Please book flight departing after 13:00.)