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New Eastern US Discovery 7-Day Tour (DC) [Code: 672-472] Email This Page
 
Our Price:  $560
Available: Tue, Sat
Depart from: Gaithersburg, MD
Highlights:6 Nights hotel. Round trip bus transportation from Washington D.C. Sightseeing in New York City, Hershey's Chocolate World, Coning Glass Center, Niagara Falls, Boston, Manhattan, West Point Military Academy, Woodbury Outlet.
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Day 1 D.C. - Hershey's Chocolate World - Corning Glass Center - Niagara Falls
The bus tour begins by leaving Washington D.C. and traveling to Pennsylvania where you will visit the sweetest place in the world - Hersheys Chocolate World. Here you will be greeted by giant Hersheys characters as you enter this wonderful world of food, shops and entertainment devoted to all things chocolate. You will also learn how chocolate is made at a special presentation. Next, the bus tour will travel to Corning, New York to visit the Corning Museum of Glass which is the largest glass museum in the world with more than 45,000 objects from over 3,500 years of glassmaking history. You will also see live, narrated glassmaking demonstrations.
    Afterwards the bus tour will take you to Niagara Falls. The Falls is collectively made from the American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and the Canadian Horseshoe Falls and are famous for their beauty and as a valuable source of hydroelectric power. In the evening you can enjoy breathtaking views when the intense spotlights shower the falls with different shades of rainbow colors. The Falls is also a place where many couples come to admire the beauty of the falls while enjoying a romantic evening.

Overnight: Hyatt Regency, Hotel Indigo or similar
Day 2 Niagara Falls - Boston
In the morning the bus tour will see the spectacular views of Niagara Falls up close. A ride on the Maid of the Mist boat ride (seasonal) will soak you as you explore the roar of the Falls. This historical ride is a half hour thrill of a lifetime and is North Americas oldest tourist attraction as millions of visitors have enjoyed the boat tours since 1846. You will also go to the IMAX Theatre to experience the Falls like never before. Here you can see "The Falls Movie: Legends and Daredevils" - one of the most spectacular IMAX movies of all time. You will sit in a giant six-story movie screen and feel the power of 12,000 watts of thunderous digital surround sound where you can see behind the mist, myths and mysteries of one of the most storied natural wonders of the world.
    Afterwards, the bus tour will travel to the historic city of Boston which is the capital and largest city of Massachusetts and also one of Americas oldest cities, with a rich economic and social history. Upon arrival you will be able to feast on a delicious lobster dinner.

Overnight: Crowne Plaza Boston North Shoe or similar
Day 3 Boston city tour - NYC-Chinatown, Little Italy, SoHo
In the morning the bus tour will continue the city tour of Boston with a stop at Harvard University; the oldest university in the United States. You will also visit Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT); a world-class institution that educates students in science and technology. The tour will also take you to the Massachusetts State House which is the magnificent setting for their state government for over two centuries has become an outstanding museum reflecting the history of Massachusetts since colonial times. You will also enjoy the shops and foods at the Faneuil Hall Marketplace, also known as Quincy Market which is set around a cobblestone promenade where jugglers, magicians and musicians entertain the passers-by. Afterwards, the bus tour will head back towards New York City where you will explore lower Manhattan. You will visit Chinatown which is a 150-year-old neighborhood and one of the largest Chinatowns in North America. The tour also takes you to the blocks South of Houston, also known as SoHo and is home to NYC’s largest concentration of cast-iron-fronted buildings. SoHo is famous for the galleries and shops lining its narrow streets. You will also visit Little Italy where you will walk along the narrow, cobblestoned streets and get tempted by the sights, sounds, and smells of Italian cuisine and culture emanating from the restaurants and cafes surrounding you at every step.

Overnight: Sheraton Newark, Marriott, Renaissance or similar
Day 4 West Point Military Academy - Woodbury Common Premium Outlets - NY
In the morning the bus tour will visit West Point Military Academy which is famous as the best in leader development and accomplishes its mission by developing cadets intellectually, physically, militarily, ethically, spiritually, and socially. A favorite expression at West Point is that "much of the history we teach was made by people we taught." Some well known graduates and great leaders were Ulysses S. Grant, Robert E. Lee, John J. Pershing, Douglas MacArthur, Dwight D. Eisenhower, George S. Patton, and Norman Schwarzkopf. You will also go shopping at the Woodbury Common Premium Outlets. Woodbury Common has 220 stores on more than 800,000 square feet and is one of the largest outlet centers in the world. Woodbury Common is a shopaholics dream where you can get designer clothing at bargain prices. Not only is there great deals on clothing but there are stores for home furnishing, jewelry, luggage, leather, gifts and specialty items as well. Some of the stores where you can find remarkable savings are Adidas, Barneys New York Outlet, Burberry, Coach, Dolce & Gabbana, Ed Hardy, Fendi, Giorgio Armani, Gucci, J.Crew, Jimmy Choo, Juicy Couture, Lacoste, Neiman Marcus Last Call, Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren, Prada, Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th, Tods, Ugg, and many more. Ending the day in New York City by enjoying a fabulous Broadway performance. (Limited last minute tickets and shows choices).

Overnight: Sheraton, Marriott, Renaissance or simila
Day 5 NJ – Upper Manhattan – NJ
Today you will take a grand tour of upper Manhattan. You will journey through historic Harlem which was first settled by the Dutch and is now home to world renowned places like the Columbia University which is an Ivy League school and the oldest in New York, St. John the Divine which is the largest cathedral in the world, and the Apollo Theatre where legends were born like Ella Fitzgerald, James Brown, and Michael Jackson. You will also explore Central Park, which is 843 acres of lush urban park located in the heart of New York City. You will also travel along Museum Mile, which is located on Fifth Avenue in New York City and is full of museums and other fine art institutions. Here you will visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art which is one of the worlds largest art museums with over two million works of art from all over the world dating back five thousand years to the present.

Overnight: Sheraton, Marriott, Renaissance or similar
Day 6 New York City Tour
In the morning the bus tour takes you on a New York City tour of the Big Apple where you will tour Chinatown; the largest in the United States. You will also tour the heart of the financial district at Wall Street where you can also see the world famous bronze charging bull; the unofficial symbol of the financial district. The tour also takes you to Ground Zero where you can pay your respects to the events from Sept. 11, 2001. The tour continues through downtown NYC with a visit to the South Street Seaport; a historic landmark that offers dining, museums, and a shopping mall at Pier 17. It also features amazing views of the East River and the Brooklyn Bridge. You will also visit the world famous Empire State Building; a 102-story Art Deco skyscraper which is the tallest building in New York City. You will be able to go up to the 86th floor observatory and enjoy the panoramic views from within a glass enclosed pavilion and from the surrounding open-air promenade. The tour also takes you to the United Nations where 192 countries meet to discuss issues like human rights and achieving world peace. You will also see Rockefeller Center which is home to NBC studios, outdoor skating rink, and the famous Christmas tree which has delighted crowds for over 75 years. The bus tour also takes you through Fifth Avenue NYC which is ranked as one of the most expensive streets in the world. You will also see the historic and just renovated Intrepid Sea, Air, and Space Museum. You will also visit the "Crossroads of the World" at Times Square.

Overnight: Sheraton, Marriott, Renaissance or similar
Day 7 Philadelphia - Washington D.C.
On the final day of the bus tour you will enjoy a breakfast in Chinatown and then travel back to Washington D.C. The tour will arrive to Washington D.C. at around 2:30pm. Drop off in downtown area, DC.

THE BUS TOUR WILL ONLY DROP OFF IN THE DC AREA. IT WILL NOT DROP OFF AT THE MARRIOTT GAITHERSBURG.

*** Tour route may be changed and reversed; you may contact us 1-2 days prior departure to confirm final itinerary.

Departure and Return Details
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Inclusions:
  • 6 nights hotel accommodation
  • All domestic ground transportation via air-conditioned vehicle
  • Tour guide (Level 2: semi-guided tour)
  • All taxes and fees included
Exclusions:
  • Air fares between your city and Washington D.C.
  • Laundry, valet, telephone calls, wines and liquors other than those specified.
  • Meals, or other expenses of personal nature are not included unless published for a particular tour.
  • Service Fees for tour guide/bus driver (min. $6.00/day per person).
  • All optional tour fees and and admission fees are subject to change without prior notice.
Additional Note
Optional Admission Fees:
  • Liberty Cruise --- Adult $25.00 Child $20.00
  • Empire State & Skyride --- Adult $43.00 Child $33.50
  • USS Intrepid - Adult-$24.00 / Child-$19.00
  • Corning Museum --- Adult $14.00 Child Free (Under 17)
  • Maid of The Mist (seasonal) --- Adult $14.50 Child $8.90
  • IMAX Movie --- Adult: $14.75 Child: $10.00
  • Boston Cruise - Adult-$20.00 / Child-$12.00
  • West Point - Adult-$12.00 / Child-$7.00
  • Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
  • Admission fees may be paid to your tour escort upon arrival by cash.

Additional Information:

  • Booking: Please book airline tickets after your tour booking is confirmed, tour booking will be confirmed within 1 business day.
  • Lodging: Single price is for one person staying in one room. Double, Triple and Quadruple prices are for two people, three people and four people staying in one room respectively. Triple and Quad rooms are based on the existing bedding in a room which is 2 double beds.
  • Child Rate: Child rates apply to those 2-9 years and using existing bedding with 2 full-paying passengers (regardless of ages). Please note each hotel room can only accommodate 4 guests (adults or children).
  • Language: All tours are escorted by professional bi- or multi-lingual tour and/or driver guides (English/Chinese). Depending on the number of passengers booked for a particular departure, tours and/or languages may be combined to operate the tours.
  • All purchases are subject to re-confirmation within 1-2 business days after booking, please do not book the airline tickets until you received the confirmation.
  • BUY 2 GET 1 FREE Details
    • Prices listed have already been adjusted
    • Cancellation of free-fare passenger must be made at least 7 days before departure
    • No-show (or late cancellation) of free passenger incurs a $365 penalty fee for the reserved bus seat
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Booking changes
A fee may be charged for any revision or alteration made to a reservation after the booking is confirmed. Name changes or corrections may be treated as a cancellation and cancellation fees will apply. A change of tour date or tour itinerary may be treated as a cancellation, and normal cancellation fees will apply.

Cancellations and Cancellation Fees
Regardless of reason, cancellations result in costly charges from our travel and hotel providers covering penalties and fees incurred by canceling confirmed and pending bookings. Therefore, cancellation penalties and or fees will apply. Time of cancellation will be determined when notice is received and confirmed by our office. Notice of cancellation must be made directly to Gotobus by email or through web mail at Contact Us .

Cancellation penalties per person for 1-4 days tours

  • Up to 15 days prior to departure – 10% of total purchase amount.
  • 8-14 days prior to departure - 25% of total purchase amount.
  • 4-7 days prior to departure - 50% of total purchase amount.
  • 1-3 days prior to departure - 75% of total purchase amount.
  • Day of departure or no show - 100% per person.
  • Unused features are non-refundable. No shows forfeit entire payment.
  • There is 6% handling fee add-on to the above penalties.

Cancellation penalties per person for tours last 5 or more days

  • Up to 46 days prior to departure – 10% of total purchase amount.
  • 21-45 days prior to departure - 25% of total purchase amount.
  • 8-20 days prior to departure - 50% of total purchase amount.
  • 1-7 days prior to departure - 75% of total purchase amount.
  • Day of departure or no show - 100% per person.
  • Unused features are non-refundable. No shows forfeit entire payment.
  • There is 6% handling fee add-on to the above penalties.

NOTE: We cannot grant any refunds more than 30 days after completion of tour.

Itinerary Variations
We constantly strives to improve tour itineraries and features. If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary - we reserve the right to vary itineraries and to substitute hotels. At certain peak periods duplicate departures may operate, and sometimes in reverse order in which case hotels may vary from those stated on the itinerary pages.

Tour Cancellation:
We reserves the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control. If cancellation is made any time prior to departure* of the tour, Gotobus' only liability will be to refund to the passenger the amount it has received for the tour booking. We will try to re-book the same or similar tour.. Please note that we are not liable for any cancellation penalties incurred on any other travel arrangements including air tickets purchased separately from customers.

We are not responsible for any other travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations.

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