Day 1: New York City → Philadelphia → Washington D.C.
Hotel: Springhill Suites Gaithersburg; Comfort Inn Shady Grove - Gaithersburg - Rockville; or similar.
Independence National Historical Park
Independence National Historical Park
30 min
Explore what is often called “the most historic square mile in America.” Discover historic buildings linked to the Revolution and the nation's founding, a distinctive clock tower, and bronze statues of founding heroes set against the lawns.
U.S. Capitol & The National Archives (Optional)
U.S. Capitol
2 h, entrée non incluse
Optionally, visit the U.S. Capitol, the geometric center of Washington, to walk its ornate congressional corridors and learn about the stories behind the murals and statues. At The National Archives, you can view the original founding documents: the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and the Bill of Rights, along with other significant records. The tour also passes the Supreme Court and the Library of Congress from the exterior.
Note: If entry to the U.S. Capitol is not possible, the tour will be replaced with an optional Washington D.C. In-depth Tour, covering the Air Force Memorial, Thomas Jefferson Memorial, and World War II Memorial.
The White House (Exterior Visit)
The White House
30 min
Make a photo stop at the White House, the neoclassical residence and office of every U.S. president since 1800, a symbol of the American government.
Lincoln Memorial & Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Lincoln Memorial
45 min
Conclude the day at two of the capital’s most poignant landmarks. The Lincoln Memorial, a monument to the 16th president in the style of a Greek temple, was the site of Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech. Nearby, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, a long V-shaped wall of black granite, bears the names of over 57,000 service members lost in the war.
Day 1 Travel Summary
Washington DC
5 h
Travel from New York to Philadelphia: approximately 100 miles.
Travel from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.: approximately 140 miles.
Day 1 Itinerary: New York → Philadelphia → Independence National Historical Park (30 min) → Washington D.C. → U.S. Capitol In-depth Tour + The National Archives (optional, 120 min) [Inside: U.S. Capitol & National Archives; Outside: Supreme Court & Library of Congress] → White House (exterior, 30 min) → Lincoln Memorial + Vietnam Veterans Memorial (45 min) → Hotel.
Day 2: Hotel → Niagara Falls
Hotel: Crowne Plaza Niagara NY-Riverside; Buffalo Marriott Niagara; Aloft Buffalo Airport; The Garden Place Hotel; or similar.
Corning Museum of Glass (Optional)
Corning Museum of Glass
1 h 30, entrée non incluse
During the drive north, consider a stop at the renowned Corning Museum of Glass, a center of the American glass industry. Explore galleries featuring around 100,000 pieces, from vibrant artworks to clear sculptures, and witness live glassmaking demonstrations.
Watkins Glen State Park & Finger Lakes (Optional, Seasonal)
Watkins Glen State Park
1 h 30, entrée non incluse
When the park is open seasonally, take a detour to Watkins Glen, known as the “Millennium Valley” in the Finger Lakes region. Its approximately two-mile gorge trail winds past over a dozen waterfalls formed by glaciers and streams, with the fourteen long, narrow Finger Lakes situated side by side.
Note: Watkins Glen & Finger Lakes is a seasonal stop, typically available from May to October after the park's official opening. Check the park's official website for exact dates. This stop is unavailable when the park is closed.
Niagara Falls Night View Tour
Niagara Falls State Park
1 h 30, entrée non incluse
Arrive at Niagara Falls in the evening for the night tour, experiencing "one park, two islands, three falls." Explore multi-angle views from Goat Island and Luna Island as Horseshoe Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and American Falls are illuminated by shifting colored lights. If a fireworks show is scheduled, the tour will ensure you have a viewing opportunity. Guests are guaranteed to see the fireworks show on that day, unless no show is scheduled.
Duration: 90 minutes. Includes views from Goat Island & Luna Island; Horseshoe Falls, Bridal Veil Falls & American Falls.
Day 2 Travel Summary
Niagara Falls
8 h
Travel from Hotel → Corning Museum of Glass (optional, 90 min) → Watkins Glen State Park + Finger Lakes (optional, 90 min, seasonal) → Niagara Falls Night View Tour (mandatory, 90 min) [Goat Island & Luna Island; Horseshoe Falls, Bridal Veil Falls & American Falls].
Day 3: Niagara Falls → New York
Travel from Niagara Falls to New York: approximately 400 miles.
Niagara Falls Classic Tour (Optional)
Niagara Falls
2 h 30, entrée non incluse
Enhance your experience with the optional Classic Tour for close-up views of the falls. At Whirlpool Park, observe a 125-foot-deep natural whirlpool where the river makes a sharp turn. At the Cave of the Winds, an elevator descends into the gorge, leading to walkways at the base of the falls where you can feel the mist. During summer, the tour concludes with the Maid of the Mist, a historic boat offering rides into the misty basin below the falls. In the cooler season, when the boat is closed, the tour visits Old Fort Niagara State Park, a historic fort at the mouth of the Niagara River with expansive views over Lake Ontario.
Duration: 2.5 hours. Includes Whirlpool Park, Cave of the Winds, and either Maid of the Mist (summer) or Old Fort Niagara State Park (cooler season).
Note: The Maid of the Mist typically closes in winter and is not visited during that period; Old Fort Niagara State Park is visited instead during the winter itinerary.
Return to New York City
New York City
passage sans arrêt
Begin the drive back to New York, concluding three days of historical exploration and natural beauty.
09:00 AM – Thomas Edison Service Area [Pick-up ONLY]
Location: Mile Post 92.9 South, NJ Turnpike, Woodbridge, NJ 07095
Note: This location is for pick-up only. Drop-off will be in Jersey City.
08:20 AM – At the exit of Newport Plaza Parking onto 18th St, near ACME Markets, Jersey City
08:00 AM – In front of Kung Fu Bubble Tea, 75 Chrystie St, Downtown Manhattan, NY
Located at the corner of Hester St and Chrystie St.
07:20 AM – In front of the Capital One Bank in Union square, 853 Broadway, Manhattan NY
07:10 AM – In front of the Andrews NYC Diner Restaurant on 463 7th Ave, Manhattan NY
07:00 AM – In front of the TD Bank on 8th Ave, Brooklyn
Note: This location is for pick-up only. There is no drop-off service.
Return drop-off will be at Downtown Manhattan.
07:00 AM – In front of Asian Jewel Seafood Restaurant on 39th Ave, Flushing, NY
07:00 AM – Manhattan: Times Square LOFT Entrance; 1459 Broadway, New York, NY 10036;
Flushing, NY (Asian Jewel Seafood Restaurant);
Returning location is the departure location (except for pick-up only locations).
Returning time depends on the actual itinerary, weather, and traffic of the day. Please ask the guide on the last day of the tour.
Manhattan: Times Square LOFT Entrance
Returning location is the departure location (except for pick-up only locations).
Returning time depends on the actual itinerary, weather, and traffic of the day. Please ask the guide on the last day of the tour.
Andrews NYC Diner;
Returning location is the departure location (except for pick-up only locations).
Returning time depends on the actual itinerary, weather, and traffic of the day. Please ask the guide on the last day of the tour.
Union square (Capital One Bank);
Returning location is the departure location (except for pick-up only locations).
Returning time depends on the actual itinerary, weather, and traffic of the day. Please ask the guide on the last day of the tour.
Downtown, Manhattan;
Returning location is the departure location (except for pick-up only locations).
Returning time depends on the actual itinerary, weather, and traffic of the day. Please ask the guide on the last day of the tour.
Jersey City (Exit of Newport Plaza Parking to 18th st, by ACME Markets);
Returning location is the departure location (except for pick-up only locations).
Returning time depends on the actual itinerary, weather, and traffic of the day. Please ask the guide on the last day of the tour.
Please provide your order number or invoice number upon payment. Present your receipt and voucher at check-in.
Please arrive at the starting point 5-10 minutes before the departure time.
Know Before You Go:
Late Passengers: A maximum 10-minute grace period is allowed for late passengers. JUPITER LEGEND and CTOUR HOLIDAYS are not liable for delays or missed connections.
Vehicle Transfer: JUPITER LEGEND Corporation and Ctour Holiday reserve the right to transfer passengers between vehicles en route when operating conditions require.
Check-In Documents: Bring a valid photo ID and your email confirmation for a smooth check-in.
Smoking & Pet Policy: Smoking is prohibited on buses and in most hotel rooms (fines may apply, starting at $250). No pets are allowed.
Leaving the Group: If you choose to leave the tour early, you must inform the guide and sign a departure form. No refunds will be issued for unused portions of the trip.
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Parking: There is no parking available at the meeting point. Guests must arrange their own transportation to the departure location.
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