The hearth and home of sophisticated socialites and the American establishment. This escorted tour meanders along the East Coast and traces the footsteps of Benjamin Franklin from the bright lights of New York to the Vanderbilt’s and halls of Washington.
This tour allows plenty of time at leisure for you to explore these great cities on your own, with your guide on hand to make recommendations every day.
Enjoy a city tour of New York which includes some of the most famous sights of Manhattan. Catch glimpses of the famous skyline as you absorb the bustle and energy of the Big Apple. In Niagara Falls take a ride aboard Horn blower Cruises along the base of the falls followed by lunch overlooking the falls (optional), or stroll along Table Rock to view the thundering waters of the Horseshoe Falls.
Then travel through the Appalachian Mountains along the picturesque Susquehanna River, the longest river on the American East Coast. Visit the historic Gettysburg Civil War National Battleground, site of the largest battle ever fought on American soil. Journey to the nation’s capital, Washington, DC, the political heart of America, a metropolis of stirring museums and monuments, such as The White House, Lincoln Memorial, striking Washington Monument and sprawling National Mall.
Then to Philadelphia, “the City of Brotherly Love” were history comes alive behind the colourful shutters and in the elegant park squares and tree-lined alleys.
Experience everything that this charming region has to offer from the comfort of your escorted tour. Talk to our Personal Travel Planners to book!