Overview
Ferry...read more to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. See the Empire State Building and Central Park. Visit the poignant 9/11 Museum and 9/11 Memorial. Enjoy plenty of free time on your own to shop and see the elaborate 5th Avenue holiday window displays and the Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center. Get ready to “start spreading the news!”
Itinerary
"Start spreading the news,” because today you arrive in America's most exciting metropolis as it shines during the holiday season. Your New York City getaway is filled with shopping, sightseeing, endless entertainment and holiday cheer. Stay: Sheraton New York Times Square (4 Nights)
This morning, the day begins with breakfast at a local eatery, before setting out to embrace the energy of this fascinating city on a locally guided tour of the “Big Apple.” You'll see Greenwich Village, the Wall Street district, Chinatown, the Empire State Building, Central Park and other time-honored landmarks decorated for the season.
This afternoon enjoy time at leisure to discover “the city that never sleeps” at your own pace. Your Tour Manager has countless suggestions on how to spend your time. Maybe you are up for skating at Rockefeller Center or Central Park. Be sure to take a picture in front of the colossal Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center and gaze at the elaborate 5th Avenue holiday window displays. After dinner at a local restaurant, you're in for the sweetest holiday treat – Radio City Music Hall and the incredible Christmas Spectacular featuring the high-kicking Rockettes – a short walk from your hotel! (B/D)
This morning, board a ferry for a cruise of New York Harbor. Take in the incredible views of the towering Statue of Liberty. Dock and get up-close to “Lady Liberty.” She has welcomed immigrants and visitors to New York Harbor since 1886. Created as a token of friendship between the U.S. and France, the Statue of Liberty has become a global symbol of freedom.
Then it's on to Ellis Island. Step back in time on a self-guided tour of the museum. Come to know the personal stories of the immigration boom of 1892-1924 when 12 million people passed through this station on their journey to America. Enjoy some time at leisure to partake in New York's fabulous holiday shopping at the world's most famous department stores including Macy's, Bloomingdale's and Saks Fifth Avenue, all dressed up in their holiday best, or choose to join an optional walking tour of Greenwich Village including dinner. (B)
Today enjoy breakfast at a local diner. Reflect at the 9/11 Memorial and take a self-guided tour at the 9/11 Museum - two poignant tributes to the lives lost.
This evening, join your fellow travelers for a final toast as we gather for dinner at a local restaurant. Then, it's off to exhilarating Times Square to take your seat at an included Broadway show! You'll choose from a selection of Broadway's biggest hits.* (B/D)
Your tour comes to a close with many pleasant memories of your exciting tour of fabulous “New York, New York” during the holiday season.
Trip Inclusions
- Explore the 9/11 Memorial and the 9/11 Museum.
- Experience the streets of New York City like a native when you walk to dinner and a Broadway show.
- Embark on a voyage to experience "Lady Liberty" up-close.
- Experience the incredible Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall.
- Venture out to Times Square to experience a Broadway show.
- Experience breakfast and a taste of NYC diner culture in the city's staple eateries.
- Expertly crafted itineraries
- 4-star+ accommodation
- Skilled and engaging tour managers
- Expert local guides with insider knowledge
- Attraction entrance fees
- Many meals full of local flavour
- Unparalleled sightseeing
- Enriching cultural experiences
- Comfortable on-tour transportation
- Hotel-to-hotel baggage handling
- Plus, access to Wi-Fi hotspots on tour
- This tour includes moderate physical activity. The itinerary blends some longer days with shorter days and more leisure time. Walking tours, as well as walking slightly longer distances, up stairs or on uneven walking surfaces should be expected.
- Private, chauffeur service is included for all air-inclusive tour bookings. This personalised service is included within a 40km radius from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Canberra, Darwin, Cairns and Hobart airport gateways. Service is available between 41-70 kms for a small fee.
- Airport transfers at your arrival and departure destination are not included in the price of the tour.
- Itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and specified internal flights. International flights not included.
Trip Optionals These optional activities can be pre-booked & included in your trip price.
- Location: Pawtucket, RI. Cost: $82.
- You can now include pre-paid tipping into your guided tour purchase. You pay for your tipping up front, we handle the rest, and you can cross one more thing off your “To Do” list. No more running to an ATM at the last minute on tour, or carrying around cash you won’t spend. Transportation is not included Prepaid gratuities are only available to guests departing from Australia & New Zealand. This covers tips for the Tour Manager, driver(s), and local guides including optional tours. Airport transfer and extension gratuities are not included in this amount
- Location: New York, NY. Cost: $139.
- Leave the hustle and bustle of Midtown behind for a true local experience. Board the subway to Greenwich Village and emerge from the station into a different world of sidewalk cafes, parks, art galleries, museums and trendy restaurants. Join a local guide to discover the rich history of the neighborhood and hear stories of its bohemian reputation. Get to know the artsy culture and eclectic architecture that has defined the neighborhood. Encounter specialty shops, hidden gardens and the narrowest house in NYC along the way. Then sit down for a traditional Italian “family style” dinner at a local restaurant. Sample an array of tasty appetizers and hearty main courses. Satisfy your sweet tooth with a world-famous Rocco’s cannoli before returning to the subway for your ride back to Midtown. Duration approximately 4 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 20 passenger(s) is required to operate this option. This tour involves 1hr of walking outside & operates in all weather conditions. Accessing the subway requires up to 2 flights of stairs. This is non-refundable once purchased. Pre-purchasing is recommended, availability while on tour isn't guaranteed. Depending on the size of the group, this option may be split into two smaller groups with separate guides. In this case, the walking tour may occur after dinner.
Brochure
Collette Worldwide (2024-25)
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