Insight > Historic East Coast and New York City

Historic East Coast and New York City
10 Days starting from $2,799

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Length: 10 Days
Type: Not Classified
Category: USA and Canada
Operator: Insight
Tour Code: AHEC
   
 
About This Tour


This is a well paced tour with twonight stays in the key cities of New York City, Washington DC and Newport. Overnight stays in Philadelphia, Lancaster and Boston.

 
  • What's Included
  • Itinerary
  • Dates & Prices
  • Sightseeing
  • SPECIALS

Insight's First Class Services

  • Airport arrival and departure transfers on the first and last day of your tour
  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director - maximum group size of 40 people
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with extra legroom and restroom facilities
  • First-class hotels with all service charges, taxes and porterage

Quality Dining

  • 8 Full Breakfasts, 1 Continental Breakfast, 3 Highlight Dinners in Washington DC, Lancaster and Boston and 1 Dine-Around in Newport

10 DAYS ~ NEW YORK ~ MARYLAND ~ DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA ~ VIRGINIA PENNSYLVANIA ~ CONNECTICUT ~ RHODE ISLAND ~ MASSACHUSETTS

Tour Pace - This is a well paced tour with two- night stays in the key cities of New York City, Washington DC and Newport, allowing ample time for exploration. Overnight stays in Philadelphia, Lancaster and Boston are expertly planned to allow you to fully appreciate these cities’ main highlights.

Fellow Passengers - This tour appeals to historical and national treasure seekers, admirers of country and coastal landscapes, culinary enthusiasts and those interested in gaining insight into the intriguing Amish culture, and a glimpse into the lifestyle of the wealthy social elite in Newport.

DAY 1 – ARRIVE NEW YORK.
Welcome to New York City! A complimentary transfer is provided to your hotel. Perhaps take a stroll around Times Square for your first taste of the ?Big Apple.’ Your Tour Director is at the hotel this afternoon to welcome you and answer your questions. Join us at 6 p.m. for a Welcome Reception at the hotel.
Hotel: Sheraton Manhattan at Times Square

DAY 2 – NEW YORK SIGHTSEEING.
Join a local guide for a morning tour of New York City, including Times Square, Central Park, the Financial and Broadway Districts and Battery Park. Then rise atop historic Rockefeller Center to the Top of The Rock Observation Deck for breathtaking views of the city. The rest of the afternoon and evening is free to pursue your own interests. Visita museum, see a Broadway show or take the ferry to see the Statue of Liberty up-close. The choice is yours! (B)

DAY 3 – NEW YORK – WASHINGTON DC.
Stop at Baltimore on Chesapeake Bay and visit the bustling InnerHarbor.Then journey to the nation’s capital, Washington DC, and see many of the city’s monuments, memorials and landmarks with a localguide. This evening enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. Later perhaps join an optional Illumination Tour to experience the beauty of the capital as its monuments and memorials come alive at night; see the lights of the Capitol, White House and Jefferson Memorial, and stop at the FDR Memorial and Iwo Jima Memorial.
Hotel: Renaissance Mayflower Hotel
(B,HD)

DAY 4 – WASHINGTON DC & AREA SIGHTSEEING.
Travel across the Potomac to Arlington National Cemetery and learn about the final resting place of many American heroes on the narrated Tourmobile. Then travel to beautiful Mount Vernon Estate for a visit of the home and gardens of the first United States president, George Washington. Visit the quaint seaport town of Old Town Alexandria with its beautiful brick-lined streets, elegant Federal homes and cobblestone alleyways. Return to the capital mid-afternoon and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. (B)

DAY 5 – WASHINGTON – LANCASTER.
Travel to Gettysburg National Military Park to relive the Civil Warbattle of 1863 as you tour the grounds with a local guide. Then journey to Lancaster County in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Country, land of the Amish people. This evening gain personal insight into the Amish way of life at an Amish Wedding Celebration. Join a local expert and learn about Amishcourtship,wedding customs and traditions,and attend a re-enacted wedding ceremony followed by a sumptuous Amish wedding feast.
Hotel: Lancaster Arts Hotel
(B,HD)

DAY 6 – LANCASTER – PHILADELPHIA.
Visit Philadelphia, the “City of Brotherly Love,” and the nation’s first capital, where both the Declaration of Independence and the US Constitution were adopted. Explore Independence National Historic Park on an expertly guided tour taking in more than 20 historic sites in just over a mile. After viewing the Liberty Bell, the rest of the day is yours to pursue your own interests.
Hotel: Sheraton Society Hill Hotel
(CB)

DAY 7 – PHILADELPHIA – NEWPORT.
Travel along the Long Island Sound to the enchanting landscapes and rustic charm of the New England coast. At Mystic Seaport, experience maritime history firsthand as you stroll through a recreated 19th century coastal village and climb aboard historic tall ships. Continue to historic Newport, favorite summer playground of socialites during the Gilded Age. This evening enjoy a Dine-Around program at a choice of restaurants that capture the essence of Newport’s finest dining.
Hotel: The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina
(B,DA)

DAY 8 – CAPE COD EXCURSION.
Spend the day exploring fabled Cape Cod, starting with a visit to the Heritage Museum & Gardens in Sandwich,a 100-acre delight of trees and shrubs,beautiful flowers and sweeping lawns. Next stop in Hyannis and board a historic steamer for a cruise on Hyannis Harbor with spectacular views of the shoreline and the Kennedy family summer compound in Hyannisport. Back on land, continue to Cape Cod National Seashore for an interpretive walk past sandy beaches, ponds and dunes. Return to Newport along the scenic Old King’s Highway for an evening at leisure. (B)

DAY 9 – NEWPORT – BOSTON.
Enjoy a guided tour of The Breakers, the extravagant summer home of Cornelius Vanderbilt II and the grandest of Newport’s summer “cottages.”
Then travel to Boston, one of America’s oldest and most historic cities. Enjoy an afternoon sightseeing tour featuring famous sights along the FreedomTrail.See Boston Common,Faneuil Hall,Old State House, Paul Revere’s House and the USS Constitution. This evening join your Tour Director and fellow travellers for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
Hotel: Omni Parker House*
(B,HD)

DAY 10 – DEPART BOSTON.
Your tour comes to an end with a complimentary transfer to Boston International Airport. (B)

*17 September and 01 October 2009 Departures - Hotel Change END HOTEL - Tour has been moved from Omni Parker House in Boston to the Hyatt Regency Boston. This hotel is at the end of the tour. Post nights need to be booked at the Hyatt Regency Boston.

 


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A NOTE ABOUT AIRFARE: We encourage you to buy your airfare from the tour operator, because if your tour cancels then your airlines tickets will be covered. Purchasing flights separately at a lesser rate and incorporating it with a Non-Guaranteed Departure Date can result in loss of total cost of your flight investment. Depending on the fare rules, flights may be Non-Refundable and/or Non-Transferable. Neither the tour operator and/or Atlas Cruises & Tours will be held responsible for loss if a tour is cancelled for Lack of Participation. If you would like to check for discounted fares on Guaranteed Departures or for competitive pricing on air and hotel packages, we invite you to follow this link.

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TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.

         
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Hotels -A blend of superb properties of historical significance (Washington, Lancaster and Boston) and superior, contemporary hotels situated in the heart of Manhattan’s Times Square, America's most historic square mile in Philadelphia, and historic Queen Anne Square on beautiful Newport Harbor.

Highlights - Places of historic significance harmoniously combine with the bucolic landscapes of Amish Country and the quaint fishing towns of Coastal New England. Explorethe great metropolises of New York City and Washington DC. Cruise Hyannis Harbor and discover Cape Cod’s delightful seascapes.

Enjoy Your Included Tour Features

Premium Highlights

  • Admire the views from the Top of the Rock Observation Deck at Rockefeller Center
  • Tour Arlington National Cemetery aboard the narrated Tourmobile
  • Visit Mount Vernon Estate, George Washington’s beautiful home on the Potomac River
  • Tour Gettysburg National Park with a local guide
  • Explore Mystic Seaport, a living museum dedicated to the story of America and the Sea
  • Wander around the sprawling gardens at the Heritage Museum & Gardens in Sandwich
  • Cruise Hyannis Harbor and Nantucket Sound and see the famous Kennedy Compound
  • Enjoy a private guided tour of The Breakers, Newport’s most famous Gilded Age mansion

Personal Insights

  • Gain personal insight into the Amish way of life at an Amish Wedding Celebration
  • Enjoy an exclusive Constitutional Walking Tour in Philadelphia with an expert guide
  • Take an interpretive nature walk at Cape Cod National Seashore
  • Explore Boston’s North End and discover famous sights along the fabled Freedom Trail

Additional Excursions & Sights

  • Enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of New York City taking in Manhattan’s main points of interest
  • Stop in Baltimore and visit the lively Inner Harbor
  • Explore Washington DC and view many of the famous buildings, monuments and landmarks
  • Visit the charming historic seaport town of Old Town Alexandria
  • Travel through the rich farmlands of Amish Country in Pennsylvania
  • Explore Philadelphia’s Independence National Historical Park
  • Travel along the Long Island Sound and Connecticut coastline
  • See the quaint villages and wonderful coastline of Cape Cod on a full-day excursion

Insight's First Class Services

  • Airport arrival and departure transfers on the first and last day of your tour
  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director - maximum group size of 40 people
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with extra legroom and restroom facilities
  • First-class hotels with all service charges, taxes and porterage

Quality Dining

  • 8 Full Breakfasts, 1 Continental Breakfast, 3 Highlight Dinners in Washington DC, Lancaster and Boston and 1 Dine-Around in Newport

CURRENT SPECIALS:

Save $500 to Europe!

SAVE $500 PER COUPLE ($250 per person)on any new INSIGHT VACATIONS 2009 air-inclusive Premium Europe or Essentials Europe booking when full payment is received by December 15th, 2008.*

*Booking & full payment must be made by December 15, 2008. Promotion code must be mentioned at time of boking IV09E$250. Travel must be completed May 1 - Oct 31, 2009.

Offer cannot be combined with any other brochure discounts or promotional offers. No valid on city stays or tours with cruises or tours to Egypt, Israel, Jordan  & Greece. Subjest to availability. Not applicable for groups of 8 or more. Offer may be withdrawn at any time. Please call for details.


Great Savings and Discounts

EARLY PAYMENT DISCOUNTS

SAVE UP TO 10%: Insight sells its tours in many countries worldwide so the most popular tours fill very quickly. Don’t be disappointed, book early! You’ll be assured of the tours you want, andthe earlier you pay, the more you SAVE!

Here’s how...

Pay 4 months prior to tour departure date to SAVE 2.5%

Pay 7 months prior to tour departure date to SAVE 5%

Pay 10 months prior to tour departure date to SAVE 7.5%

Pay 12 months prior to tour departure date to SAVE 10%

Tours must be paid in full for this discount to apply. Discounts apply to the land-only portion of your tour. Tour prices may change in future brochures. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension, and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise. 2. Does not apply to tours with River Cruises.

FAMILY SAVINGS

YOUNG TRAVELLERS SAVE 10% AGED 5-17 YEARS :Travel broadens the mind and enhances those special relationships. Insight offers you the opportunity of

sharing your happy holiday memories with your children or grandchildren. This discount applies to the Land Only portion of your tour. Young Travellers must be under the age of 18 years old on the tour departure date, and MUST be accompanied by an adult (limit of one Young Traveller Discount per room). On all escorted tours, children under 5 years old are NOT accepted. The Young Traveller must be the specified age at the time of travel to be eligible for this discount. This discount cannot be combined with our Groups Discount. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension,

and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise. 2. Does not apply to tours with River Cruises.

GROUP DISCOUNTS

5 OR MORE – SAVE 5%: If a group of 5 to 8 people travel together a discount of 5% per person applies to the Land Only portion of your tour. So it pays to get together with your family and friends!

SAVE $$$ FOR 9 OR MORE : If you have a group of 9 or more people travelling together on the same scheduled tour, then you automatically qualify for big savings! Your savings will be determined by the number of people travelling so ask call for details. You may also reserve a tour departure exclusively for your group! Some restrictions apply. Please contact our Groups Department 1-866-475-7023.

These discounts cannot be combined with Frequent Traveller, Family Savings or Triple Room Discounts. To qualify, names of all passengers travelling must be advised to Insight at the time of booking. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension,

and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise. 2. Does not apply to tours with River Cruises.  

SINGLE TRAVELLER SAVING

SAVE UP TO $2850 PER PERSON with Insight’s Room Mate Matching service Insight believes travelling solo should not cost you more! That’s why for people travelling alone on an Insight coach tour, we'll match you with someone of the same gender, so you don't have to pay the single room supplement. If we fail to match you, we'll provide a single room at no extra cost. Please note there is a no-smoking policy in all shared rooms. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension, and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise. 2. Does not apply to tours with River Cruises. 3. Does not apply to Irish Elegance.

TRIPLE ROOM DISCOUNTS: When three people travel together and share one room,

each of the three enjoys a discount off the tour price. See the Triple Room Reductions on the itinerary of your choice. This discount only applies to tours featuring the “Share a Triple Room” reduction on the itinerary pages. Note the third bed will, on occasions, be a foldaway.

FREQUENT TRAVELLER SAVING

SAVE 5% OFF YOUR NEXT TOUR: Most first-time travellers go on vacation with Insight again and again. In recognition of our loyal customers, Insight now extends to all clients automatic membership into our Premier Plus Club, as well as a 5% Discount off the Land portion of their next Insight trip. Insight’s Premier Plus Club & 5% Discount is not available retroactively. Only one voucher is available per person, per tour, per year and only one voucher can be redeemed against each further tour

booking. This discount cannot be combined with our Groups Discount.  Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension, and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise.

EXTRA TOUR DISCOUNTS

SAVE $$$ON YOUR 2ND TOUR: Book two Insight vacations, each 7 days or longer and you will receive a reduction of 5%off the cheaper of the two tours. Both tours must be booked at the same time. This discount is per person.

COMPLIMENTARY TRANSFERS: Save up to $135 per couple on LONDON taxi fares

FREE LONDON RETURN : Passengers taking the 'Land only' option on our Discovery

tours may return to London by Insight motorcoach at NO EXTRA CHARGE, instead of departing from Paris. Offer applies to the final day of the following Discovery tours:  E920, E910, E933, E914, E912, E913, E916 & G916. Accommodations will be

required, as arrival in London is late afternoon/early evening.

SMALL GROUPS ADVANTAGE : Many tour operators fill their tours with up to 53 passengers. This means more congestion and less leg room on the coach as seats are configured more closely. At Insight we have a

maximum of only 40 guests per tour.

INSIGHT'S GUARANTEES

PRICE GUARANTEE: With Insight, you don’t need to worry about currency fluctuations. Once we receive your full deposit, your land tour price is guaranteed and protected against any increases. (Excludes pre-registration for tours in future brochures and any imposed fuel surcharges or Government Taxes.

TOUR GUARANTEE FOR LAND TRAVEL: To assist you when booking our airline offers and taking our great early payment savings, Insight has designated a large number of tours which we guarantee will operate on the scheduled date, unless circumstances occur beyond our control. Look for Tour Guarantee (TG symbol) on the itinerary of your choice indicating applicable dates. All other featured departures are planned to operate however, for operational reasons, may be subject to re- scheduling with at least 50 days notice (between May 1st & September 30th).


   
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