8D7N East Coast SIC (BOS Arrival)

Tour code: BOS-LD-201 (BOS Arrival)  

[Valid from 28 April 2024 to 31 October 2024]

Arrival: Sunday (4/28/24~10/31/24 & 3/10/24, 3/24/24, 4/7/24, 4/21/24) 

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey through the heart of America's East Coast, where history, culture, and natural wonders converge. This carefully crafted tour takes you from the cobblestone streets of Boston to the vibrant energy of New York City, the political pulse of Washington D.C., and the awe-inspiring majesty of Niagara Falls.

Tour Highlights:

• Explore Boston's rich colonial history and prestigious universities
• Experience the hustle and bustle of New York City, including Times Square and the innovative Hudson Yards
• Visit the American Dream complex, featuring North America's largest indoor water park
• Discover Philadelphia's Independence National Historical Park, birthplace of American democracy
• Tour Washington D.C.'s iconic landmarks, including the White House and U.S. Capitol
• Marvel at the Corning Museum of Glass and the natural beauty of Niagara Falls
• Enjoy a scenic train ride along the Connecticut coastline
• Visit the prestigious Yale University and the opulent Newport mansions

Itinerary Overview:

Day 1: Arrival Transfer to hotel – Seat in coach basis 

Day 2: Take train from Boston to New York

Day 3: New York – American Dream – New York

Day 4: New York – Philadelphia – Washington D.C.

Day 5: Corning – Niagara Falls

Day 6: Niagara Falls – New York

Day 7: New York – New Haven – Newport – Boston

Day 8: Cambridge – Boston (drop off location: Quincy, MA & Chinatown, Boston)

**For Schedules departing from August to October, an additional fee of $93 per room will be charged**

Price : (all rates quoted in Singapore Dollars and on per person basis)

• Adult Sharing Twin: $1,738, Adult/Child Triple: $1,578, Adult/Child Quad: $1,498, Adult Single: $2,798

Rate valid arrival on or before 31 October 2024

Fuel surcharge $68 per person

Tour Price includes:

• 7 nights hotel accommodation 
• Transportation and bilingual local guide service (majority in Chinese Speaking)

Price DOES NOT include:

• Food and beverage (tour guide will recommend)
• Air ticket, ferry, and shuttle transfer in some attraction area/national parks
• Service fee (minimum $17/person/day, and child and infant reserving a seat have to pay the service fees as well)
• Personal room fees: such as laundry or valet services, telephone calls, or alcoholic beverages/mini bar items, etc.
• Airport departure transfer

Hotels (subject to change without prior notice):

• Boston: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston Marlboro, or Best Western Milford Inn or similar 
• New York: Hyatt Place Flushing/LGA Airport or similar
• Washington DC: Springhill Suites Gaithersburg, or Comfort Inn Shady Grove or similar
• Niagara Falls: M Hotel Buffalo or similar

General Terms & Conditions:

• Rates quoted valid from Apr 28, 2024 to Oct 31, 2024
• Minimum 2 persons traveling together
• Hotel confirmation based on availability at time of booking
• Child rate is based on sharing 2 adults and no extra bed
• Triple rate is based on triple occupancy using existing bedding (1 bed or 2 beds) without rollaway
• Quad rate is based on quad occupancy using existing bedding (1 bed or 2 beds) without rollaway
• Rates are subject to increase during Holiday Week / Convention Week / Peak Season
• All SIC tour are based on Bilingual (Mainly Chinese speaking)
• All tipping for tour guide & driver, Airport & Hotel porterage are excluded
• Tour sequence is subject to arrival date, above is for reference only 
• Itinerary is subject to change without prior to notice
• Complimentary BOS Airport pick up is only available for arrival from 09:00hrs – 22:00hrs (Please be noticed the listed time refers to the meeting time with the guide/staff, after claiming your baggage); arrival other than these hours, it will be extra charges.  One way transfer is $303 per vehicle (max. for 2 pax); additional guest: $26 per guest
• NO Refund for any unused services
• Note : All optional tour & admission ticket are not included in package price

Detailed Tour Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrival Transfer In

1. Complimentary airport pick up service is provided at 9:00 – 22:00 (Please be noticed the listed time refers to the meeting time with our staff after claiming your baggage). You may need to wait for other passengers.

2. Paid 24-hour pick-up service is also available for $303 per first two persons with $26 for each additional person.

3. Chinatown pick-up location is available, and passengers can be picked up by the shuttle bus at Pick-up location: 88 Beach St, Boston, MA 02111.

Hotel: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston Marlboro; or similar  

Day 2: Boston – New York (Train) 

Board the train in Boston and head to New York. Along the way, there are countless ports, ships, and bridges, offering panoramic views of the Connecticut coastline and picturesque scenery.

Itinerary:

• Train from Boston to New York (train ticket included, about 4 hours)
• Hudson Yards + The Edge (The Edge is optional)
• Museum of Modern Art (optional)
• Times Square
• Broadway (optional for Musicals)                   

Hotel: Hyatt Place Flushing/LGA Airport; or similar  

Special Note:

• Preferred Train Schedule: Amtrak – 171 Northeast Regional; Coach Seat;  departs Boston, MA – South Station – 8:15am; Arrives New York, Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station – 12:24pm
• There is no Tour Guide on the train

Day 3: New York – Ameircan Dream – New York 

The American Dream consists of 70 percent entertainment facilities and 30 percent retail stores. DreamWorks Water Park is the largest indoor water park in North America. Discover millions of LEGO bricks and epic attractions for budding builders inside the ultimate indoor playground. Discover an underwater world named Sea Life featuring thousands of fish, sharks, rays and more amidst NYC-themed exhibits.

Itinerary:

• New York – American Dream (7 hours) – New York

Hotel: Hyatt Place Flushing/LGA Airport; or similar

Day 4: New York - Hiladelphia – Washington DC

Philadelphia, the City of Friendship, visit the Independence Historical Park and witness the history of American independence. Then go to Washington, the political center of the United States, the capital, where the White House, U.S. Capitol are located. It also has many museums and is a famous tourist destination. 

Itinerary:

• Independence National Historical Park
• U.S. Capitol In-depth Tour + The National Archives (optional)
• Supreme Court of the United States + Library of Congress (outside visit)
• White House (outside visit)
• Lincoln Memorial + Korean War Memorial + Vietnam Veterans Memorial

Hotel: Springhill Suites Gaithersburg or similar

Day 5: Corning – Niagara Falls 

Corning Glass Museum – located in western New York and is dedicated to the history, art, and the science behind glassmaking. Following, will be visiting Niagara Falls and overlooking the American Fall, the Horseshoe Fall and the Bridal Veil Fall.

Itinerary:

• Corning Museum of Glass (optional)
• Watkins Glen State Park + Finger Lake (optional)
• Niagara Falls Night Tour (optional)

Kindly Reminder: Watkins Glen State Park is a summer itinerary, executed after the opening of the canyon, usually from April to October each year.                   

Hotel: M Hotel Buffalo, Niagara Riverside Resort or similar 

Day 6: Niagara Falls – New York 

Exploring the true beauty and nature of Niagara Falls! Today’s itinerary will cover the Niagara Whirlpool State Park and the Old Fort Niagara. 

Itinerary:

• Niagara Falls In-depth Tour (optional)
• Maid of the Mist (optional, in Summer only)
• Cave of the Winds (optional, when Maid of the Mist is not open)
• Niagara Falls Daytime View

Special Notes:

1. In case of the closure of Old Fort State Park, the in-depth tour of Niagara Falls will be cancelled.

2. Maid of the Mist Niagara Falls Boat usually closed in winter season, it will not be visited based on attraction closure.

3. If time permits on the day trip, guests will have the opportunity to participate in the IMAX: Niagara (USA Side) (optional) to watch the story of Niagara Falls up close.

Hotel: Hyatt Place Flushing/LGA Airport or similar  

Day 7:  New York – New Haven – Newport - Boston   

Visting Yale University first then head to Newport, Rhode Island where is a high-end New England seaport town, extremely popular among the mega-rich of America. Travel along Ocean Drive to get beautiful scenic views and see the magnificent Breakers Mansion.

Itinerary:

• New Haven
• Yale University (optional)
• Newport
• The Breakers (optional)
• Boston

Hotel: Best Western Milford Inn or similar  

Day 8: Cambridge – Boston   

The trip will start in the city of Cambridge, MA where the Harvard University located. Later, photo stop at the main academic building of MIT. 

Itinerary:

• Harvard University in-depth Tour (optional)
• MIT
• Boston Harbor Cruise (optional)
• New England Aquarium (optional)
• Quincy Market
• View Boston at Prudential Center (optional)

                                               * End of Itinerary *