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USA |
Tour Type: Gold
Tour Duration: 8 Days (7 Nights)
From: New York to New York
Tour Code: ACEC
Operator: Insight Vacations |
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Tour Description
Capture the spirit of America on this enlightening tour of the nation's major founding cities so pivotal to its past and present history. Combining historic highlights with modern cosmopolitan excitement, this tour sets the perfect pace to explore America's great east coast cities with three two-night stays in New York City, Washington, D.C. and Boston plus one night in Philadelphia. Your Exclusive Collection of Included Highlights:
- New York: Take an exclusive tour of the Waldorf=Astoria. Ascend to the Top of the Rock observation deck for stunning views of the skyline. Join a local guide and get an insider's look at New York's top landmarks and attractions. View the former site of the World Trade Center, the Empire State and Chrysler buildings and Central Park.
- Newport: Tour The Breakers, the opulent mansion of the wealthy Vanderbilt family, and the grandest of Newport's summer cottages.
- Boston: Your Tour Director brings the story of the American Revolution to life as you walk along the Freedom Trail. View the colourful neighborhoods of Back Bay and Bunker Hill, site of the noted revolutionary battle.
- Philadelphia: Tour the award-winning National Constitution Center and the Liberty Bell Center. Learn the steps taken to achieve American independence at Philadelphia's Independence National Historic Park. See Independence Hall.
- Baltimore: Visit the historic Inner Harbor and browse its many attractions.
- Washington, D.C.: Join a local guide for insights into the capital city's most iconic sites and see the White House, the Capitol, the Washington Monument and National Mall. Visit the moving World War II and Lincoln memorials and learn about final resting place of America's patriots aboard a narrated Tourmobile at Arlington National Cemetery.
- Countryside Discovery: Discover the charming colonial town of Newport, Rhode Island, and travel along Ocean Drive.
Your Inclusive Gold Services
- Escorted by a professional Tour Director
- Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
- Luxury air-conditioned 40-guest coaches with extra leg room and onboard restroom
- Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
- Insight Traveller Welcome pack
- Airport arrival and departure transfers on Day 1 and Day 8
Included Quality Dining
- Get to know your Tour Director and fellow guests over a Welcome Reception including a light buffet meal (WR)
- 2 Highlight Dinners of local cuisine with wine in Philadelphia and Boston
- Enjoy a Celebration Dinner with wine in Washington, D.C. (CD)
- 7 Full Breakfasts (B)
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Day
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Arrive New York City
Welcome to New York City! On arrival at JFK, Newark or La Guardia airports, your transfer service takes you to your grand hotel, the iconic Waldorf=Astoria New York. Your Tour Director is available at the hotel this afternoon to greet you and answer questions. At 6 p.m., gather at the hotel with your Tour Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception and light buffet. Stay: Waldorf Astoria New York (WR) |
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New York City Sightseeing
Wake up refreshed and relaxed in the heart of “the city that never sleeps” and begin your day with an insider’s tour of your renowned hotel. See the magnificent Grand Ballroom, the Starlight roof and the famed Waldorf Astoria Suite and hear the stories of its more than a century of history hosting the who’s who of the world. Then join a local guide to see the city’s favourite sites. View the Statue of Liberty from Battery Park. Take a pause at the former site of the World Trade Center, future home of the Freedom Tower. Marvel at New York’s iconic skyscrapers including the Empire State Building and the Chrysler Building and get an overview of the gardens and attractions at Central Park. Look out on the whole fantastic cityscape when you ascend to the Top of the Rock observation deck and the rest of the afternoon is at your leisure. Perhaps take in a Broadway show, go shopping or explore New York’s acclaimed museums. (B) |
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New York City - Boston
This morning, journey to historic Newport, Rhode Island. Travel along Ocean Drive, lined with the Gilded Age mansions of America’s wealthiest families. Visit The Breakers, the grandest of Newport’s summer ‘cottages’ and a symbol of the prestigious Vanderbilt family’s social and financial preeminence in turn of the century America. Later this evening, arrive in Boston. Relax and linger over a delicious dinner at a popular local restaurant. Stay: The Langham Boston (B/HD) |
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Boston Sightseeing
Your Tour Director will provide fascinating insight into the history of “Beantown” on this morning’s historical sightseeing tour. With several stops along Boston’s famed Freedom Trail, you’ll hear all about the struggle and courage of the American colonists during revolutionary times. Then, view the colourful neighborhoods of Back Bay and Bunker Hill, site of the noted revolutionary battle. Your afternoon is free to pursue your own interests. Perhaps take a stroll through Boston Common or browse the 100-plus shops and restaurants at historic Faneuil Hall Marketplace. Or join an optional excursion including a tour of the prestigious campus of Harvard University, America’s oldest university founded in 1636. (B) |
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Boston - Philadelphia
Set out for Philadelphia, known as the “City of Brotherly Love”. Explore the comprehensive Independence National Historic Park and its many historic attractions. View Independence Hall, where America’s founding fathers signed the Declaration of Independence July 4, 1776, and the giant cracked Liberty Bell in its own glass pavilion. Check into your five-star, luxury hotel, in the heart of Philadelphia. Tonight, enjoy a sumptuous meal at one of the city’s popular restaurants, complete with wine and a happy, relaxed atmosphere. Stay: Four Seasons Philadelphia (B/DA) |
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Philadelphia -washington DC
Gain a deeper understanding of the United States Constitution, its history and its relevance today, during a morning visit to the National Constitution Center. Depart for Baltimore where you visit the historic Inner Harbor. Explore the vibrant waterfront, home to a variety of shops, restaurants, museums and attractions. Arrive in Washington, D.C. this afternoon where the rest of the day is at leisure. Settle into your elegant hotel located in Washington’s fashionable West End and known for its service and stylish surroundings. Stay: The Fairmont Washington, D.C. (B) |
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Washington DC Sightseeing & At Leisure
Begin your day with an insightful tour of Washington, D.C. with a local guide. View the capital’s iconic landmarks, including the White House, Washington Monument and National Mall. Contemplate and be inspired as you visit the World War II and Lincoln Memorials. Visit Arlington National Cemetery where you’ll step aboard a narrated Tourmobile to learn about the final resting place of America’s patriots. You’ll see the eternal flame at President Kennedy’s grave and visit the Tomb of the Unknowns. The rest of the afternoon is at your leisure. This evening, join your Tour Director for a finalé Celebration Dinner at one of D.C.’s prized restaurants. (B/CD) |
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Washington DC - Depart New York City
Your tour ends in New York with a departure transfer to JFK Airport and the tour hotel in New York City for travellers wishing to extend their stay. Please do not schedule flights before 7 p.m. (B) |
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Tour Prices
Tour prices are per person. Please request a quote for tour availability. |
EXCLUSIVE SPECIAL OFFER*
2012 Season Sale! Save up to $160 per couple. Exclusive to Global Journeys. Deposit this month only to qualify!
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END DATE |
BROCHURE
(Twin Share) |
BROCHURE
(Single) |
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PRICE |
| 19 May 2012 |
26 May 2012 |
AU $2,550 |
AU $3,700 |
Save $75 |
AU $2,475 |
| 26 May 2012 |
02 Jun 2012 |
AU $2,550 |
AU $3,700 |
Save $75 |
AU $2,475 |
| 02 Jun 2012 |
09 Jun 2012 |
AU $2,550 |
AU $3,700 |
Save $75 |
AU $2,475 |
| 09 Jun 2012 |
16 Jun 2012 |
AU $2,550 |
AU $3,700 |
Save $75 |
AU $2,475 |
| 23 Jun 2012 |
30 Jun 2012 |
AU $2,550 |
AU $3,700 |
Save $75 |
AU $2,475 |
| 14 Jul 2012 |
21 Jul 2012 |
AU $2,550 |
AU $3,700 |
Save $75 |
AU $2,475 |
| 28 Jul 2012 |
04 Aug 2012 |
AU $2,550 |
AU $3,700 |
Save $75 |
AU $2,475 |
| 18 Aug 2012 |
25 Aug 2012 |
AU $2,550 |
AU $3,700 |
Save $75 |
AU $2,475 |
| 25 Aug 2012 |
01 Sep 2012 |
AU $2,550 |
AU $3,700 |
Save $75 |
AU $2,475 |
| 08 Sep 2012 |
15 Sep 2012 |
AU $2,595 |
AU $3,794 |
Save $80 |
AU $2,515 |
| 15 Sep 2012 |
22 Sep 2012 |
AU $2,595 |
AU $3,794 |
Save $80 |
AU $2,515 |
| 22 Sep 2012 |
29 Sep 2012 |
AU $2,595 |
AU $3,794 |
Save $80 |
AU $2,515 |
| 06 Oct 2012 |
13 Oct 2012 |
AU $2,595 |
AU $3,794 |
Save $80 |
AU $2,515 |
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General Information
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Tour Operator: Insight Vacations
Insight Vacations, Europe's premier escorted tour operator, provides premium escorted motorcoach vacations throughout Britain, Ireland, Europe, Scandinavia the Eastern Mediterranean and North America. 'The Art of Touring in Style' lies at the very heart of Insight philosophy. Our carefully chosen unique features and impeccable service standards enable us to deliver exceptional quality, unequalled value, unforgettable memories and personal freedom at levels currently unrivalled elsewhere in the industry.
Tour Type: Gold
With Insight Gold deluxe escorted tours, you'll appreciate luxury hotels, dine in authentic restaurants and enjoy leisurely days with premium included sightseeing. These itineraries are an entirely new perspective on classical journeys. Insight Gold has more leisurely itineraries than other deluxe tours. We feature relaxed stays in the best locations in the most sought-after towns, cities and scenic areas. In each destination you will enjoy plenty of free time for personal exploration and individual activities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Insight is completely unique. Simply, we are the only tour operator to give you more legroom on every tour at no extra cost: you'll consistently stay in quality hotels in desirable locations; you'll enjoy more included sightseeing; and because you'll travel in smaller groups (max 40 people), you'll receive better personal service from your experienced Tour Director and Tour Driver.
Documents will normally be mailed 21 days prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
Insight Vacations plays host to over 100,000 guests every year and has offices in the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Singapore and the UK . The company has also appointed specialist agents in Argentina, Brazil, Mauritius, India, Ireland, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Thailand, Philippines, Indonesia, Korea, Taiwan and China. It is therefore quite typical to find many different nationalities on any one tour.
With only 40 guests on our premium tours instead of the standard 53, Insight clients enjoy a more personalised service. In a smaller group, you'll be closer to your local guide for a more in-depth experience, you'll spend less time waiting to get into sights and it will be faster checking into hotels with your luggage arriving quicker to your room. Insight groups are smaller, more intimate and more friendly.
Yet another exclusive feature of an Insight premium tour is the incredible space and comfort you'll enjoy when travelling. Our luxury coaches have been specially reconfigured with fewer seats, you'll relax in style whilst enjoying up to twice as much legroom than on a standard touring coach.
Insight hotels are consistently first class standard and higher or in a style appropriate to the destination. They have been selected because they are good private or small collection hotels or from well-known chains such as Marriott, Renaissance and Hilton. Insight also chooses hotels based on their location. We know you'll prefer to stay centrally, convenient to the main historic, shopping or entertainment districts; or scenically in areas of natural beauty.
Time & time again, our guests tell us that it was their Tour Director who really made their trip. Our Tour Directors are amongst the finest in the business and will help steer you through the labyrinth of Europe 's cultures, languages and diversities and bring its magic to life before your eyes.
At Insight, planning the perfect tour is our speciality. Not only to we include the 'must see' sights, we carefully balance our itineraries to give you plenty of free time to relax and immerse yourself in the location.
The prices listed cover all hotel accommodations, all applicable sightseeing and admissions as per the itinerary, motorcoach, cruise or rail transportation, services of a professional Insight Tour Director, all meals as shown in the itinerary and luggage handling. All tips have been included for services on tour by dining-room staff, chambermaids and porters at hotels, airports, docks and train stations.
On an Insight Vacation, some gratuities are included in the price of your trip: baggage handling, meal service for all meals listed in the tour itinerary, and hotel service charge. Room service, however, is not included in the tour price. Tips are customarily given to your Tour Director, Driver and Local Guides at your discretion. The recommended amounts are: Tour Directors $4 per day, Drivers $2.50 per day and Local Guides $1 per day. The option to prepay these tips prior to departure is possible. Please ask your consultant to include this in your quote.
These are activities that we do not automatically include but are offered at the start of your tour designed to enhance your travel experience. Your Tour Director will have a list of available options and the appropriate costs. They are carefully programmed to coincide with the best highlights available at the time of your visit. It could be a seafood lunch in Venice, a concert in Vienna or a Grand Canyon Helicopter ride. A detailed list and costs can be found in your tour documentation.
If you wish to share with another tour member you can advise Global Journeys at the time of booking. Insight believes that traveling solo doesn't have to cost you more. We will try to match you with someone of the same sex in order to avoid having to pay the single supplement. If we are not able to provide a suitable roommate, we will provide a single room at no extra cost. Several tours do not provide this option (generally tours containing a cruise component) and so the Single Supplement applies.
There is a no smoking policy motorcoach touring policy. However, we do make plenty of convenience stops giving you the opportunity to smoke, use local restroom facilities, take a scenic snapshot or just relax and enjoy of cup of coffee.
We have a dedicated section on our website providing more detailed information on Insight including FAQ's on what you need to know before, during and after your travel; as well as information on their 'Touring Styles', and a comprehensive search facility to enable you to easily find more of their tours. Read more> (NB: This link will take you away from this tour itinerary page).
Airport Transfer Information
On all tours, complimentary roundtrip airport transfers are included on the arrival and departure day of your tour. Should you arrive or depart at other times, Insight is pleased to offer inexpensive transfers via scheduled shuttle service, taxi, or mini van. Prices below are for oneway transfers between the designated airport and tour hotel. These transfers are only available when purchasing the pre & post-tour accommodation featured on the 'Prices & Dates' tab.
*Arrival transfer in Mexico City is by private car and includes a Meet & Greet service by your chauffeur inside the airport's arrival hall. Departure price is the same.
Oneway Transfer Prices
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Airport |
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| Boston (Logan) |
$32 |
$40 |
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Salt Lake City |
$27 |
$34 |
| Denver |
$30 |
$38 |
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San Francisco Intl. |
$22 |
$28 |
| Las Vegas ( McCarran) |
$22 |
$28 |
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Toronto (Pearson) |
$40 |
$51 |
| Los Angeles (LAX) |
$22 |
$28 |
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Vancouver |
$39 |
$49 |
| Montreal |
$32 |
$40 |
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Mexico City |
$77 |
$98 |
| New York (JFK) |
$28 |
$36 |
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Phoenix |
$23 |
$30 |
Terms & Conditions:
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