East Coast USA and Canada
This great North American escorted tour takes you through beautiful countryside and to some of the east's great cities, from New York to Washington DC, Toronto, Quebec City and Montreal. You'll travel through Amish Country, see Niagara Falls and the White Mountains of New England, and end your tour in Boston.
Tour Itinerary
- Day 1 - Arrive New York City
- Arrive in the Big Apple and transfer to your downtown hotel. Meet your Tour Director and then your fellow travellers at an evening Welcome Reception.
- Hotel: New York Marriott Downtown
- Day 2 - New York - Philadelphia - Washington DC
- Start the day on a New York orientation tour, visiting sights like Times Square, Battery Park, the Empire State Building and Central Park. You'll then head out of the city to drive southwards to Philadelphia where you'll take in the Liberty Bell, the National Constitution Center and Independence Hall, site of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. Continue to the nation's capital, Washington DC and spend the evening at a local restaurant.
- Hotel: Capital Hilton
- Day 3 - Washington DC
- Take a guided sightseeing tour of the city, viewing the White House, Capitol Hill, the Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials, the World War Two and Vietnam War Memorials and Arlington National Cemetery where you will take a narrated Tourmobile. Spend the afternoon exploring the city's sights and museums independently.
- Hotel: Capital Hilton
- Day 4 - Washington DC - Lancaster County/Amish Country
- From Washington you'll travel into Lancaster County and the homelands of the Mennonites and Amish people, where farming and traditional life continues as it has done for hundreds of years. Visit an Amish farm to learn more about their way of life and enjoy an Amish dinner this evening.
- Hotel: The Inn at Leola Village
- Day 5 - Lancaster County - Niagara Falls
- Today you'll experience one of the world's greatest natural wonders - Niagara Falls. Your hotel overlooks both the American and Horseshoe Falls.
- Hotel: Hilton Niagara Falls Fallsview
- Day 6 - Niagara Falls - Toronto
- Step onboard the Maid of the Mist to take you up close to the thundering falls, later driving across the Niagara Peninsula, stopping at Niagara-on-the-Lake en route to Toronto for a two-night stay in Canada's largest city.
- Hotel: The Westin Harbour Castle
- Day 7 - Toronto sightseeing & at leisure
- Take a sightseeing city tour, with the afternoon to explore the city independently. You could take a dinner cruise this evening on Lake Ontario to take in wonderful views of the city's impressive skyline or head for one of Toronto's many fine downtown restaurants.
- Hotel: The Westin Harbour Castle
- Day 8 - Toronto - Ottawa
- From Toronto you'll head onwards to Ottawa, capital of Canada. An orientation tour will introduce you to this stately city, with its impressive neo gothic Parliament, the residences of the Governor General and the Prime Minister and many fine museums and galleries.
- Hotel: Ottawa Marriott Hotel
- Day 9 - Ottawa - Montreal
- Your next stop is Montreal, one of the largest Francophone cities outside France itself, a vibrant island city with a charming old town and atmosphere mixing European and North American influences. Dine this evening in a characterful restaurant in the old town.
- Hotel: Marriott Chateau Champlain
- Day 10 - Montreal - Quebec City
- Join a guided sightseeing tour of Montreal, which takes in Notre Dame Cathedral, Place Jacques Cartier, the Old Port, the University of Montreal and Mont Royal. Afterwards you will drive along the St Lawrence River to arrive at Quebec City, capital of French Canada and a UNESCO World Heritage site, where you will enjoy a two-night stay.
- Hotel: Delta Quebec
- Day 11 - Quebec City
- A local guide will introduce you to many of Quebec's best sights, like the Latin Quarter, Place d'Armes, Old Quebec, Chateau Frontenac, Dufferin Terrace, the Citadel and the Plains of Abraham. The rest of the day will be at leisure, and you can discover more of the city's winding streets and atmospheric pavement cafes.
- Hotel: Delta Quebec
- Day 12 - Quebec City - Franconia Notch - Boston
- Make your way back south to cross the border to return to New England. Make a stop on the way in Franconia Notch in New Hampshire's scenic White Mountains as you approach Boston and the coast.
- Hotel: Omni Parker House
- Day 13 - Boston
- Take a sightseeing tour this morning, walking along the city's Freedom Trail to learn about America's early colonists and the story of Boston's key role in the American Revolution. Spend the afternoon discovering more of the city at your own pace. There's also an optional excursion to Salem, a pretty seaside town, infamous for its witchcraft trials. Join your fellow travellers at a Farewell Dinner in the evening to celebrate a great American holiday.
- Hotel: Omni Parker House
- Day 14 - Boston - Newport - Depart New York City
- Leave Boston and stop at Newport, Rhode Island. Tour this historic 18th century port and see Ocean Drive, lined with the mansions of some of America's richest families. Drive onwards to New York and the end of the tour, with a complimentary transfer to JFK Airport or to your city centre hotel if you plan to extend your stay.
Departure Dates & Prices
All prices and tour information is correct at time of publication on our website, however is subject to change and availability – please check all details at time of booking.
| Departs On |
Returns On |
Tour + Air |
| Friday, May 08, 2009 |
Thursday, May 21, 2009 |
£2239.00 |
| Friday, May 15, 2009 |
Thursday, May 28, 2009 |
£2239.00 |
| Friday, May 22, 2009 |
Thursday, June 04, 2009 |
£2239.00 |
| Friday, May 29, 2009 |
Thursday, June 11, 2009 |
£2269.00 |
| Friday, June 05, 2009 |
Thursday, June 18, 2009 |
£2269.00 |
| Friday, June 12, 2009 |
Thursday, June 25, 2009 |
£2269.00 |
| Friday, June 19, 2009 |
Thursday, July 02, 2009 |
£2269.00 |
| Friday, June 26, 2009 |
Thursday, July 09, 2009 |
£2269.00 |
| Friday, July 03, 2009 |
Thursday, July 16, 2009 |
£2379.00 |
| Friday, July 10, 2009 |
Thursday, July 23, 2009 |
£2379.00 |
| Friday, July 17, 2009 |
Thursday, July 30, 2009 |
£2379.00 |
| Friday, July 24, 2009 |
Thursday, August 06, 2009 |
£2379.00 |
| Friday, July 31, 2009 |
Thursday, August 13, 2009 |
£2379.00 |
| Friday, August 07, 2009 |
Thursday, August 20, 2009 |
£2379.00 |
| Friday, August 14, 2009 |
Thursday, August 27, 2009 |
£2379.00 |
| Friday, August 28, 2009 |
Thursday, September 10, 2009 |
£2379.00 |
| Friday, September 04, 2009 |
Thursday, September 17, 2009 |
£2359.00 |
| Friday, September 11, 2009 |
Thursday, September 24, 2009 |
£2359.00 |
| Friday, September 18, 2009 |
Thursday, October 01, 2009 |
£2359.00 |
| Friday, September 25, 2009 |
Thursday, October 08, 2009 |
£2299.00 |
| Friday, October 02, 2009 |
Thursday, October 15, 2009 |
£2269.00 |
| Friday, October 09, 2009 |
Thursday, October 22, 2009 |
£2269.00 |
There is a no smoking policy in all rooms for all travellers.
The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.- These prices are correct at the time of the website going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking. All tour information is correct at time of tours going live, however is subject to change, please confirm all details at time of booking.
Included Highlights
- New York City - orientation tour.
- Washington DC - guided tour of the capital's landmarks
- Arlington - Arlington National Cemetery on a narrated Tourmobile
- Lancaster County - working Amish farm and homestead
- Niagara Falls - Maid of the Mist
- Toronto - panoramic city and harbourfront tour
- Ottawa - explore Canada's capital
- Montreal - guided sightseeing tour
- Quebec City - guided tour of the Plains of Abraham and the walled city
- Boston - sightseeing tour along the Freedom Trail
- Newport - tour the town and Ocean Drive
Dining Highlights
- Welcome Reception in New York City
- 13 full breakfasts
- Two three-course hotel dinners
- Two speciality dinners at local restaurants in Washington DC and Montreal
- Amish-style dinner in Lancaster County
- Farewell Dinner at local Boston restaurant
19 included meals in total.
First Class Travel Highlights
- Complimentary airport transfers
- Luxury air-conditioned motorcoach transport with restrooms and reclining seats
- En suite hotel accommodation with all service charges, local taxes and baggage handling charges included (one case per person)
Airport Transfers
Arrival and departure transfers included on arrival and departure day of your tour. If you arrive or depart at any other time then Trafalgar Tours can offer inexpensive alternative transfers - ask for more details at time of booking.
The Autumn Leaves
From departures between September 4 and October 9 you will have the opportunity to see the unforgettable autumn colours of New England and eastern Canada.