New York City and the East Coast

Day 1: Arrival in New York City

Welcome to the “Big Apple,” the city of superlatives. America’s biggest and most exciting city is the starting point for your tour. Upon arrival at the airport, you’ll be met by your Sky Vacations ambassador who will transfer you to your hotel in the city center. The balance of the day is yours to unwind and explore.

Day 2: New York City

After breakfast, proceed for a city tour of New York. The sight-seeing will include a ferry ride to the landmark “Statue of Liberty” on Liberty Island for a spectacular view of the New York City Skyline. Next, experience the view of a lifetime from the 86^th floor of the Empire State Building. Later in the tour you’ll see day see Rockefeller Center, Wall Street, visit Ground Zero, stroll Central Park, walk through Times Square, and pass the United Nations.

Day 3: New York – Boston

This morning you’ll depart for charming Boston. Arriving in the afternoon, you’ll have time to stroll and explore on your own.  

Day 4: Boston

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and start your day with a tour to prominent sites such as the State House on Beacon Hill overlooking the Boston Common. You can view Boston’s skyline and the Charles River from the Harbor. Continue to visit City Hall, New Bury Street and Copley Square, experience the Freedom Trail, and visit Quincy Market.

Day 5: Boston – Philadelphia

After breakfast at the hotel, depart for Philadelphia. Enjoy an exciting city tour including the Delaware River, Elfreth’s Alley, Christ Church, the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, and many other parts of the famous Historic District.  You’ll take in the waterfront and the Irish Memorial, City Hall, drive down the Avenue of the Arts and Benjamin Franklin Parkway, and see the Philadelphia Museum of Art, home to Rocky’s statue and the famous steps!

Day 6: Philadelphia – Washington

Today you’re off to the capital of the United States – Washington DC. You’ll have free time and a guide to the Historic Neighborhoods and Monuments with time to explore on your own.

Day 7: Washington

After breakfast, explore the capital city of US with a comprehensive tour. Visit the White House, Lincoln Memorial, Supreme Court, the Capitol Building, the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum, Union Station, World War II Memorial Building, Pentagon building and Washington Monument.

Day 8: Washington – New York City

This afternoon, you’ll journey back to New York City for a final night. This evening, enjoy a very special tour of New York at Night, where the lights and sounds of the city are awe-inspiring.

Day 9: Departure

Today you’ll transfer to the airport for your onward journey.