Accommodation
2.5 - 3.5 Star
Max. Group Size
48
Trip Style
Get Social
Trip Code
TECNC3
Overview
Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on Topdeck's 12 Day Get Social: USA & Canada Express. Game time: would you rather travel the USA or Canada? Psych! On this 12-day adventure you get both rolled into one. From the land of the free and beyond, we’ll tick off the A-listers New York, Boston, Quebec City, Montreal, Toronto and Washington, DC. Plus, get sprayed (in the best way) by the mighty Niagara Falls. Visit the homes of sporting legends. Test our waistbands with alllll the diverse foodie delights. And uncover the heart-and-soul of these incredible cities. Ready to embrace it all? We thought...read more so.
Itinerary
The Big Apple. One iconic city to kick off one UNbelievable US and Canadian adventure. Makes sense. First: get some bucket listers under your belt with a driving-walking tour of NYC's hot spots. Then? Get cheers-ing your trip mates over tonight's included dinner. Ready for 12 days of jam-packed, fun-filled North American road trippin'? Hell yeah! (D)
Stock up on snacks and whip out the AUX cord – we're heading to Boston first thing. A city that was key to the American Revolution and Independence movement, Boston's got a BIG past– and our expert Trip Leader has the lowdown on today's driving-walking tour. Tick off the likes of Bunker Hill, Charleston Bridge, the USS Constitution and North End Neighbourhood. And tonight? Head to Faneuil Hall Marketplace for alllll the foodie goodness. (B)
This is your day, your way. But if you need some suggestions, we've got some immense optional activities lined up (obvs). Get on your bike and explore six different neighbourhoods with an in-the-know local. Or brush up on your Red Sox trivia with a visit to Fenway Park. Rather go cultural? Follow the story of the American Revolution along the Freedom Trail. Jump aboard the USS Constitution. Check out the Boston Tea Party Museum. Then, round up the fam and hunt down the perfect cannoli in North End. It doesn't get much better than this.
Wave goodbye to Beantown – the French-speaking city of Quebec is calling our name. Oh là là. Fun fact: Quebec City is one of North America's oldest settlements. And it's looking gooooood for its age. We've got a bit of a drive across the Canadian border, so settle in and verse your trip mates to a not-so-friendly game of UNO. When we roll in, our Trip Leader will point out the must-sees. And tonight: there's the option to wander the cobblestone streets on a spine-tingling ghost tour. With over 400 years of murder, tragedy and hauntings – you might need a spare pair of undies for this one.
Au revoir, Quebec – we're swapping you for Montreal today. After a driving-walking tour around the big guns, dump your stuff and get exploring. Head to Old Montreal and check out the Place d'Armes, Place Royal and Notre Dame Basilica. Get all the views of City Hall and Nelson's Column from Place Jacques-Cartier. Stroll along the waterfront and Old Port. Or flash some plastic in the boutiques and stalls of Bonsecours Market. Haven't tried poutine yet? Go. Now.
Today, it's all about you. Need some suggestions? Put your fat pants to the test on a food tour of the Mile End district. Think: three hours of the best carb-laden, cheese-topped, bagel-shaped stops in the city. Mmmmm. Or tackle the Lachine Rapids with an adrenaline-fuelled jet boating experience. Spoiler: you will get wet. Prefer to do your own spontaneous this-is-what-I-came-here-for thing? Climb Mt Royal for alllll the views. Or uncover the maze of shops and museums hidden beneath the city streets at the Underground City. Tonight, you're in Disneyland for foodies – go get it. (B)
Sum up Toronto in one word: diverse (that's not cheating). Welcoming over 40 million people annually, speaking over 140 different languages and home to Canada's largest LGBTIQ+ community – this place has got acceptance down pat. When we reach T-dot, tick off all the showstoppers on a walking tour. We're talking: CN Tower, Rogers Centre, Old City Hall, Yonge-Dundas Square and Hockey Hall of Fame. Then, gather the gang and sample a slice of this city's famous nightlife. (B)
A city exploding with culture and seriously good food – you've got 24 hrs of freedom to embrace it all. So, don't muck about. Do the obvious and scale the CN Tower – with a stomach-churning glass viewing platform at over 342m high, this one's pretty epic. Let your inner hockey-freak flag fly at the Ice Hockey Hall of Fame (home to the Stanley Cup).
Wander the cobbled alleyways of the Distillery District. Put your waistbands to the test at St Lawrence Market. Explore the 98 OTT rooms of Casa Loma. Channel your inner hipster at Kensington Market. Then, head to Chinatown for cheap beers and drool-worthy dumplings. This is what you came for.
Down that coffee and wave goodbye to Toronto – we're outta here. But before crossing back into the States, we'll treat our eyeballs to the ‘holy sh*t'-worthy Niagara Falls. Watch from Table Rock as 600,000 gallons of water cascade into a thunderous show of mist and rushing water. Wanna get closer? There's an optional boat tour on the cards (if you brought your raincoat). Next: Pittsburgh we're coming for ya. Rally the troops and swing by The Church Brew Works for tonight's feed. PB and jelly cocktails? Yes please.
You want more city highlights? Alright, greedy. We'll kick things off today with a driving-walking tour around the ‘burgh. This place is known as the ‘Steel City', so things are about to get shiny. Then: onwards to the OG of American politics! When we pull up in Washington, the evening's yours for exploring. Our hot tip? Track down some pupusas – think pocket-sized, cheese-and-bean-stuffed pouches all the way from El Salvador (not literally, they'd go cold).
After another group brekkie, we're squeezing one last driving-walking tour into this trip. ‘Cos that's how we roll. Then? Grab yourself a set of wheels on a Segway or bike tour. Or hit up the array of FREE museums. From the National Museum of American History to the National Air and Space Museum, and the International Spy Museum - there's something for literally everyone. And this far into the trip, you know the bud who'll be into it too... Just make sure you're back in time for tonight's farewell dinner – this UNreal adventure deserves one super-sized American send-off! (B/D)
And just like that, it's all over. After breakfast we'll jump on the coach back to NYC. Say your goodbyes (no tears, pls) and get planning next year's reunion trip. Where to next? (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Driving/walking tour of New York with Trip Leader
- Driving/walking tour of Boston with Trip Leader
- Orientation walk of Quebec with Trip Leader
- Driving/walking tour of Montreal with Trip Leader
- Walking tour of Toronto with Trip Leader
- Visit Niagara Falls
- Driving/walking tour of Pittsburgh with Trip Leader
- Driving/walking tour of Washington, DC with Trip Leader
- 5 Breakfasts, 2 Dinners
- 8 nights in hostels, 3 nights in hotel-style accommodation (twin or double)
- Air-conditioned coach
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Prices are for land/cruise only. International flights not included.
Availability
Monday 08 May 2023
Friday 19 May 2023
Status
From: $4,699
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Monday 25 Sep 2023
Friday 06 Oct 2023
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From: $4,699
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Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will check the availability of your departure date when you enquire. Additional savings may apply. We guarantee the lowest price in Australia. T&C’s apply.
Note
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Topdeck.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Topdeck.
