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Explore three fascinating cities and a spectacular world wonder on one outstanding vacation, based in Washington DC, New York, and Toronto

Travel among a group of like-minded travelers led by a professional tour manager

2025 Tour code: BNC25

About the tour

Discover three dynamic cities and one of the world's most amazing natural wonders on this exhilarating vacation to America and Canada's East Coast.

From the powerhouse of Washington DC, we travel by rail to one of the world's most celebrated cities - New York - then on to Toronto, where we tour the city highlights and experience the thrilling Niagara Falls up close, on a Hornblower cruise into the sparkling mist at the base of the waterfalls.

Unforgettable Experiences

Discover Washington DC, the US capital, on a guided tour
Discover Washington DC, the US capital, on a guided tour
From Capitol Hill, home to the distinctive Capitol Building to the Pentagon, the Washington Memorial to the magnificent White House, we tour the impressive sights of America’s stately capital.
Tour the thrilling sights of New York with a local guide
Tour the thrilling sights of New York with a local guide
Experience the buzzing atmosphere of New York, the city that never sleeps, and discover its iconic sights and landmark buildings on a guided city tour by coach and on foot.
See the stunning Niagara Falls close up, on a Hornblower cruise
See the stunning Niagara Falls close up, on a Hornblower cruise
Thousands of years ago, melting glaciers formed the Niagara Falls, made up of three powerful forces of water including Horseshoe Falls, one of the world’s largest. Our cruise takes us into the fine mist at the base of the falls, created by the cascading water.
Explore multicultural Toronto from our downtown hotel
Explore multicultural Toronto from our downtown hotel
Toronto is a modern, vibrant, and inspiring city, which is easy to explore from our central hotel. Famous sights include the Royal Ontario Museum, the city’s Harborside District and the historic Distillery District, with its galleries, restaurants, and live music venues.

What’s included

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in the US Capital, Washington DC

Make your way to our friendly downtown hotel for a three-night stay.

Washington DC has iconic sights around every corner, from the poignant Lincoln Memorial, where Martin Luther King Junior delivered his famous 'I Have a Dream' speech, to the instantly recognisable White House, home to each serving US president since John Adams in 1800. This evening you are free to orientate yourselves with the neighbourhood and to dine independently. Besides other local dining options, our hotel restaurant offers a menu of traditional American and Irish cuisine.

Day 2 - Guided tour of the stately US Capital

This morning we begin to explore the city on a guided coach tour, seeing highlights such as Capitol Hill, the largest historical residential district in Washington DC and home to the distinctive Capitol Building. We also see the Pentagon, the Washington Memorial, and its reflecting pool, with an impressive marble statue of former President Abraham Lincoln. Lastly, we stop at the elegant yet imposing White House, residence of the President of the United States. Our tour may also take in seasonal events occurring in the city, during our visit.

There's free time after our tour to find your own place to enjoy lunch, then an afternoon at leisure to continue discovering the city in your own time. You could revisit the landmarks we have been introduced to, enjoy the shopping streets downtown, or simply relax at our hotel. For dinner this evening, in the East End district of our hotel are several American style diners, or you could venture a few blocks northwest, where you are spoilt for choice with a hub of international restaurants.

Includes
  • Breakfast
Day 3 - A day at leisure in Washington DC, treasure trove of American history

Today you are free to continue sightseeing and getting to know Washington DC at your own pace. The centrepiece of this fascinating city is the National Mall, stretching over 1.9 miles, a national park where you will find a multitude of museums based on American history, several iconic monuments, and memorials. The US Botanic Garden is situated here, is free to enter and a delight to wander through - it is the oldest continually operating botanic garden in the United States.

Among Washington DC's attractions, the Smithsonian Institution is unmissable. Consisting of a staggering 17 museums, galleries and a zoo, entry to this world-renowned museum and research complex is completely free. The Institution is an incredible source of knowledge relating to US history, art, science, and culture. You may also choose to visit Arlington National Cemetery, the final resting place of the assassinated politician John F. Kennedy.

This evening is also yours to explore, and you are free to dine independently, with a vast choice of cuisine on our hotel doorstep.

Includes
  • Breakfast
Day 4 - New York, New York

This morning we board our Amtrak train to New York, for a two-night stay in 'the city that never sleeps.' Without a doubt, the most famous American city, New York is an extraordinary blend of sounds, sights, and scents, rooted in the diverse culture of this electrifying metropolis.

On arrival we enjoy a classic New York refreshment, a coffee and bagel, at our hotel, right in the beating heart of the city - Times Square. We then take an afternoon guided sightseeing tour, passing iconic landmarks such as dazzling Fifth Avenue, famous for its high-end shops, galleries and regal buildings, and Central Park - a vast parkland of 843 acres, which stretches across no less than 51 blocks through the centre of multicultural Manhattan, dividing the city's Upper East Side and Upper West Side.

Your evening is free; maybe to catch a Broadway show, or see some dance, music, or comedy in the nearby Theatre District. If you are considering this, we advise you to book in advance. When it comes to dining, there are restaurants aplenty, from American steakhouses and burger joints to authentic eateries in Chinatown and Little Italy. New York's only revolving restaurant is a popular fine dining venue with a view, and it is at the top of our hotel.

Includes
  • Breakfast
Day 5 - A free day in the Big Apple

Today you are free to immerse yourself in the excitement of New York City. You may like to visit one of its many museums, such as the Guggenheim, the American Museum of Natural History, or the Museum of Modern Art. Or maybe enjoy people watching at a pizza parlor, diner, or coffee shop.

Apart from the most famous skyscraper in the world, the Empire State Building, there are other places to scan the New York skyline. You could head to the Top of the Rock at the Rockefeller Plaza, or to The One World Observatory for views of midtown from Lower Manhattan. Other iconic landmarks to explore include the Chrysler Building, an Art Deco skyscraper with distinctive ornate arches.

You might choose to take a ferry across the Hudson River to historic Ellis Island, passing the iconic Statue of Liberty. Or maybe spend an afternoon in Central Park, with a picnic lunch from one of New York's famous delis. Tonight is your last evening in the city and there are countless places to eat in Midtown or take a cab up to the Upper West Side where you will find a great choice of international cuisine, from African to Vietnamese, Japanese to Provençal.

Day 6 - To cosmopolitan Toronto by rail

Making an early start this morning we leave the buzz of New York behind, as we board the Amtrak Maple Leaf service to Toronto. Our journey takes us through the beautiful Hudson River Valley, New York's wine growing region, and - as we cross the border to Canada - past the stunning gorges of the Finger Lakes region near the wonderful Niagara Falls. >/p>

We arrive into Toronto's Union Station in the evening, where we are transferred to our Downtown hotel. In this culturally diverse district, you will find a great choice of eating places; our hotel also offers a restaurant and bar. If you want to explore further this evening, the city's entertainment district is around a 15-minute walk away.

Day 7 - A free day in Toronto

Today the day is yours to explore Toronto at your own pace. The city is a multicultural melting pot with an inviting, laid-back atmosphere.

A fun way to experience the city is on a hop on-hop off sightseeing bus. In summer, these are open-top double-deckers which are a great way to see the city, while in the cooler seasons it is possible to hop aboard a cozy trolley bus instead. The bus starts in Yonge-Dundas Square and stops at various sightseeing points including the Royal Ontario Museum, the Art Gallery of Toronto, and the Harbourside District. Another historic quarter is the Distillery District, where you will find galleries, restaurants, bars, and live music venues. This is such an iconic destination that the brick-paved streets are UNESCO-listed.

For something different, you could take a 10-minute ferry journey from the harbour to Toronto's quiet, collection of tiny islands. The journey offers great views of the city skyline, while Ward's Island is an ideal spot to wander among leafy streets and quaint cottage-like houses. Back in Toronto this evening you are free to dine independently.

Day 8 - A day trip to the wondrous Niagara Falls with a cruise to the base of the spectacular falls

This morning we set out by coach to experience another highlight of our East Coast adventure, a full day of guided sightseeing at the spectacular Niagara Falls. Straddling the US-Canadian border, between New York state and Ontario province, Niagara Falls is split into three separate sections: the American Falls, the Bridal Veil Falls, and the Canadian/Horseshoe Falls. Dating back thousands of years, when melting glaciers created a passage of water from Lake Erie to Lake Ontario, the Horseshoe Falls is one of the largest in the world.

We take a Hornblower cruise for a close encounter with the powerful cascading waters, feeling its force as we sail into the sparkling mist at the base of the falls. We have free time over lunch at the Table Rock Centre, which overlooks Horseshoe Falls, before continuing to view the Niagara Whirlpool. On our return journey to Toronto, we stop at the quaint town of Niagara-on-the-Lake, arriving back in the city in the early evening. On our last night in this vibrant city, you may choose to mark the occasion with a show or a meal in one of Toronto's great restaurants.

Day 9 - Morning at leisure in Toronto, homeward bound

Our last day in Toronto starts with a morning and lunchtime at leisure. You may wish to take a final stroll through the multicultural streets, wander along the Harbourside District or enjoy a final Canadian-style lunch in an atmospheric café. Make your way to the airport for your flight home.

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Departure times vary based on selected rail vacation. This information will be provided in your final documents. For more information please speak with your rail specialist.

Mobility information

Due to the nature of our tours they are generally unsuitable for those with restricted mobility. If you’d like to discuss any particular vacation with us in this respect, then please don’t hesitate to call us.

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New York Marriott Marquis

New York Marriott Marquis, New York

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Chelsea Hotel, Toronto

Chelsea Hotel, Toronto

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Phoenix Park Hotel, Washington DC

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Ronald Gayles

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Submitted 21 Jun 2024

Could have had more meals included. DC tour did not happen had to buy hop on hop off no reimbursement

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