Best of the East Coast (AK)

9 days from Boston to Washington DC

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From Boston's Freedom Trail and historic harbor to the bright lights of New York City, discover the stories, landmarks, and neighborhoods that shaped America. Walk through centuries of maritime history in Mystic, Connecticut, explore iconic districts like Chinatown and Little Italy in Manhattan, and experience the energy of Broadway, Wall Street, and the Statue of Liberty in the city that never sleeps.

Continue to Philadelphia, where the Museum of the American Revolution and Independence Hall bring the nation's founding story to life. In Washington, DC, explore the monuments, memorials, and institutions that define the American experience, including a visit to the U.S. Capitol and Arlington National Cemetery. Stroll the waterfront streets of Old Town Alexandria, where colonial history meets modern charm.

PLUS, this tour includes your choice of excursions in New York City so you can plan your day your way.

Special Features Included in this Tour:
•Guided sightseeing in Boston including the Old North Church, portions of the Freedom Trail, and a harbor cruise showcasing the city’s historic waterfront
•Visit to Mystic, Connecticut and tour the Mystic Seaport Museum, America’s largest maritime museum dedicated to the nation’s seafaring heritage
•Private city tour of New York City with a Local Guide, featuring iconic landmarks and neighborhoods
•Visit Chinatown and Little Italy, plus a tour of Chelsea Market, one of New York City's most celebrated food destinations
•Globus Choice excursions in New York: choose one – either a Lower Manhattan walking tour through the eyes of Alexander Hamilton or a visit to the National September 11 Memorial & Museum
•Guided sightseeing in Philadelphia, including a special lunch at a local favorite to enjoy the city's famous Philly cheesesteak
•Visit the Museum of the American Revolution and Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution were debated and adopted
•Sightseeing in Washington DC with a Local Guide, including a visit to the U.S. Capitol
•Tour Arlington National Cemetery and visit historic Old Town Alexandria, one of America's best-preserved colonial-era districts

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Meals & Itinerary

8 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 3 Dinners

Notes:

Guests should be prepared for easy but sustained walking throughout the tour.

Itinerary

Day 1 BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS

Welcome to Boston! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink.

ENHANCED FREE TIME
Explore more in Boston! Your Tour Director can point you to the best eateries offering the perfect culinary experience in this melting pot of cultures from around the world. Ask your Tour Director for suggestions on where to dine and what to see!

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Day 2 BOSTON

Birthplace of the American Revolution Discover Boston this morning on a walking tour including a visit to the Old North Church. Explore the Freedom Trail and Black Heritage Trail to experience the iconic city’s rich history, from Boston Common to the Old South Meeting House and Old State House. Continue to the site of the Boston Tea Party at the waterfront and sail through time on a relaxing harbor cruise on Boston Harbor in Massachusetts Bay—an active port for more than 400 years!

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
Retrace the route of Paul Revere’s legendary midnight ride in 1775. Visit the Old North Church, the site of the famous lantern signal that alerted citizens to the arrival of British troops by sea.

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Lunch

Day 3 BOSTON–MYSTIC, CONNECTICUT–NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK

From Sea to Shining Sea Depart Boston for the Mystic Seaport Museum, one of the nation’s largest maritime museums in Mystic, Connecticut. Visit the museum exhibits, stroll through the working shipyard, and interact with storytellers in a recreated New England coastal village to learn about America’s seafaring heritage. Continue south for a two-night stay in cosmopolitan New York City. Tonight, enjoy free time to dine at one of New York’s many restaurants, experience Times Square at night, or travel to the “Top of the Rock” for memorable views of Central Park and Manhattan.

ENHANCED FREE TIME
Explore more in New York City! Wander and wonder in Midtown Manhattan. Perhaps visit Rockefeller Center, a National Historic Landmark and cultural center, developed by John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Built during the Great Depression, the complex includes restaurants, shops, commercial space, Radio City Music Hall and “30 Rock,” home to NBCUniversal Studios.

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Breakfast

Day 4 NEW YORK CITY

The Big Apple Experience the energy of NYC during a private sightseeing tour with a Local Guide, including Central Park, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Fifth Avenue, Grand Central Terminal, Bryant Park, and the historic New York Public Library. Continue to the Meatpacking District with a tour of Chelsea Market and time for lunch on your own. After lunch, drive through historic Greenwich Village and SoHo enroute to the Lower East Side to visit the Tenement Museum. Take an interactive guided tour through recreated 19th-and 20th-century apartments, exploring the artifacts and hearing the amazing stories of the immigrants who helped build the nation. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon at leisure to experience the city on your own. Perhaps a tour of Radio City Music Hall, the new Broadway Museum, or a walk in Central Park. Feast on classic Italian specialties tonight with your tour companions at an included dinner.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
Pasta, cannoli, and chianti! Long considered a melting pot for culture and cuisine, New York is home to the largest Italian-American population in North America; more than four million Italians immigrated to the US between 1880-1924. Don’t miss the chance to indulge in one of New York’s authentic Italian restaurants still serving the best family recipes from The Old Country.

LOCAL FAVORITE
In the late 1800s, the National Biscuit Company (Nabisco) constructed factories in the Meatpacking District. The Chelsea factory location was the birthplace of the Oreo cookie in 1912, and the rugged industry-style architecture is maintained today in the popular Chelsea Market.

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Dinner

Day 5 NEW YORK CITY–PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA

Cultures and Traditions of New York This morning, see the highlights of Lower Manhattan, including the Financial District and Wall Street, Chinatown, and Little Italy. Explore more of New York with your choice between included Globus Choice excursions.

HAMILTON'S NEW YORK

Explore Lower Manhattan through the eyes of a Founding Father, Alexander Hamilton. Hear stories about his life and death with a guided walking tour to see the historic sites of Zuccotti Park, Federal Hall, Trinity Church, and Wall Street, as well as Hamilton's tomb and favorite bar.

HALLOWED GROUND

Visit the 9/11 Memorial and Museum to explore Ground Zero, New York. Hear moving stories of unselfish courage and unimaginable loss on the fateful day in September 2001.

This afternoon, continue to Philadelphia, the nation’s political and intellectual center during the formative years of the United States. Enjoy a free evening to explore Philadelphia on your own. Consider dinner in Rittenhouse Square or the Old City and admire the views of illuminated historic district and Independence National Historic Park.

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Breakfast

Day 6 PHILADELPHIA

Pens and Parchment in Philadelphia Commemorate the rich history of Philadelphia during a city sightseeing tour featuring the historic red-brick buildings where important gatherings determined the American Revolution that resulted in the creation of the Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution. Enjoy a classic Philadelphia cheesesteak lunch and continue to the Museum of the American Revolution for a fascinating guided tour. Feel history come to life through inspiring photography, interactive exhibits, and dramatic stories from the Revolutionary War. This evening, enjoy dinner on the historic Moshulu ship. Launched in 1904, she had a long and exciting career on the seas and is now considered one of Philadelphia’s best restaurants.

LOCAL FAVORITE
You want onions on that? The Philly Cheesesteak was created in the 1930s. Campo’s of Philadelphia grew from a local grocery store and butcher shop established in 1943 to become one of the most-loved sandwich spots in Philadelphia.

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Dinner

Day 7 PHILADELPHIA–WASHINGTON, DC

The Nation’s Capital This morning, depart the Birthplace of America for Washington, DC. Explore historic landmarks on a Washington, DC sightseeing tour with a Local Guide. Continue to the National Mall to visit the Lincoln Memorial, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial plus the Vietnam and Korean War Veterans Memorials. Enjoy leisure time this evening to explore on your own. Consider a night out in Georgetown, the West End, Dupont Circle, or a stroll along Embassy Row.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
Check in to a monumental hotel in the heart of D.C. on prestigious Sixteenth Street for an unforgettable stay at the Capital Hilton. A member of Historic Hotels of America, it stands as one of Washington’s most celebrated hotels—having hosted prominent gatherings with presidents, dignitaries, celebrities, and history makers. Formerly the Statler Hotel, the hotel became a favorite of U.S. Presidents and notable guests from Lucille Ball to Judy Garland; Winston Churchill to Martin Luther King, Jr. to Queen Elizabeth II – and now you!

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Breakfast

Day 8 WASHINGTON, DC. OLD TOWN ALEXANDRIA–ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY

Service and Sacrifice Depart Washington, DC for nearby Old Town Alexandria, Virginia. Continue to Arlington National Cemetery, the nation’s largest military cemetery, and the final resting place for President John F. Kennedy, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and many other historic figures. Return to Washington, DC for time on your own to visit the Smithsonian Museums and Capitol Hill. Tonight, join your Tour Director for a special farewell dinner.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
Witness the changing of the guards at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, a symbolic site for heroes whose remains were not recovered or identified. Stand at the moving site where soldiers from the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) steadfastly guard the tomb 24-hours a day, 365 days a year.

ENHANCED FREE TIME
The Smithsonian includes 21 museums, galleries, libraries, and related facilities, many of which are located along the National Mall. Explore the National Museum of the American Indian’s expansive collection and indigenous landscaping; the Smithsonian National Museum of American History—rich in artifacts highlighting historic American culture, including Dorothy’s ruby slippers from Wizard of Oz, Muhammad Ali’s boxing gloves, and a special exhibit honoring the nation’s flag, the Star-Spangled Banner; the National Museum of African American History and Culture for significant exhibits illustrating African American culture and history, including the Revolutionary War and Civil Rights Movement.

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Breakfast

Dinner

Day 9 WASHINGTON, DC

Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. Want to explore more in Washington, DC? Extra nights are available for purchase.

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Breakfast

Tour Director

With GLOBUS, there’s no better way to get to know your destination than through the eyes of a Tour Director. We’d like you to meet one of our Tour Directors, who average over a decade of experience and are representative of the type of expert that will be with you on your vacation.

DARYL JENKINS

Escorting tours for more than 15 years

“After a trip to Moscow in 2006, I developed an insatiable desire for travel. I really enjoy working with people, so tour directing seemed like a natural fit. I believe travel is vital to becoming a more well-rounded person. Exposure to other people and cultures gives us a better understanding of just how much we all have in common. I enjoy being able to share places and experiences that I love with others-I look forward to seeing you on the road!”

Accommodations

Optional Excursions

No matter what you’re into: food, wine, history, art, music or anything else, we give you the freedom to personalize your vacation with optional excursions that speak to your interests.

When you book your excursions with us, you can be assured that every optional excursion that we offer coordinates with the free time that you'll have in your destination, so you'll never have conflicts between included and optional activities. Our team of travel experts carefully selects each optional excursion that we offer to ensure that you receive the highest quality at a great value. Our tried-and-true partners have a finger on the pulse of the city in which they operate so they deliver the very best experiences. We offer experiences you cannot create on your own and because you’re booking with us, we coordinate all your transportation and timing needs.

The following optional excursions are examples only for this vacation. These may or may not be offered, and availability is subject to days of operation and seasonality. Please select a departure date to view optional excursions and pricing for a specific date (due to currency fluctuation, pricing shown is subject to change until purchased). Optional excursions are available for purchase on our MyGlobus site 90 days prior to the tour start date.

Price Ranges

$ ($50 CAD and under)
$$ ($51 - $100 CAD)
$$$ ($101 - $150 CAD)
$$$$ (Over $150)

Philadelphia

HALLOWED GROUND

Visit the 9/11 Memorial and Museum to explore Ground Zero, New York. Hear moving stories of unselfish courage and unimaginable loss on the fateful day in September 2001.

Price Range: $

HAMILTON'S NEW YORK

Price Range: $

The “Starting at” or listed price is based on the lowest price available to book. Price is per person based on twin occupancy and any applicable port charges, non-commissionable taxes and fees and intra-vacation flight are included in the price shown. Any included overnight stay in Canada, applicable GST/HST is also included in the price shown. International airfare, however, is not included. If price is crossed out, the new price shown includes a limited time promotional offer(s). Please review current promotions or deals for additional information.

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