7-Day US East Coast Multi-City & Famous Universities Tour from New York

The first-day itinerary is for your reference only; the schedule is subject to change upon your arrival. 

Free airport pick-up service is included on the first day (excluding service fee $10/person).

Thanks for choosing your vacation with us! You can choose any one of the major airports in New York City (JFK, LGA, EWR) when you book your flight. Our professional tour guide will meet you at the baggage claim area for the domestic flight; for an international flight, please arrive at the Passenger Waiting Area for pick up. (Passengers, who arrive at Terminal 7of JFK Airport, please wait outside of the baggage claim area.) 

1) Guests who arrive at JFK or LGA airport before 5:00 pm will be sent to Flushing Queens. We will provide free luggage storage service, and our guests can visit nearby Queens Crossing, Macy’s Shopping Center. In addition, Flushing is a safe and booming Asian commercial and retail area with many shopping and dining options. You will experience the distinctive Asian-American culture. Jupiter Legend has its own customer service center in the center of Flushing with free baggage storage service and wifi. We will arrange a hotel drop-off service for guests based on the arrival time and the volume.

2) For those who arrive at EWR airport before 12:00 pm, feel free to take our shuttle to Jersey Garden Outlet (complimentary). For those who arrive at JFK/LGA airport after 5:00 pm or those who arrive at EWR airport after 2:00 pm, we will directly take you to the hotel for rest. 

3) For those who do not require airport pick-up service on the first day, shuttle service will be provided at the following pick-up locations (please register when booking the tour): 

- 9:30 – 17:00 arrive at Flushing: 36-36 Prince St, Unit #306A, Flushing, NY 11354.

- 18:30 arrive at Manhattan – Chinatown: 87 Bowery，New York, NY 10002

New York Morning Tour

• For guests who can meet tour guide with claimed baggage before 9:00 am at JFK/LGA airport, or arrive Flushing departure location before 9:30 am. 

• Guaranteed seats with reservation. Price:  $25/adult and $15/child (No refund will be provided if passengers couldn’t meet the tour guide before 9:00 AM because of flights delay or personal reasons).

• Book on the day of arrival (Seats limited): $25/adult and $15/child.

DUMBO is a neighborhood in the New York City borough of Brooklyn. On December 18, 2007, the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission voted unanimously to designate Dumbo as the city's 90th historic district.The Flatiron building has been called "one of the world's most iconic skyscrapers and a quintessential symbol of New York City”, anchors the south (downtown) end of Madison Square and the north (uptown) end of the Ladies' Mile Historic District. The neighborhood around it is called the Flatiron District after its signature building, which has become an icon of New York City.Washington Square Park is an open space, dominated by the Washington Square Arch at the northern gateway to the park, with a tradition of celebrating nonconformity. The park's fountain area has long been one of the city's popular spots for residents and tourists. Most of the buildings surrounding the park now belong to New York University.

New York Night Tour

• All guests who can meet tour guide with claimed baggage before 4:30 PM, or arrive Flushing/Chinatown departure location before 4:30 PM, who can join our tailored night tour to experience the charm of “the city that never sleeps”!

• Price: $25/adult and $15/child (excludes service fee $10/person).

• Itinerary: Rockefeller Center (15 mins) → Times Square (30 mins) → An observation point in NJ (15 mins)

Rockefeller Center is described as one of the greatest projects of the Great Depression era, Rockefeller Center was declared a New York City landmark in 1985 and a National Historic Landmark in 1987.Times Square is a major commercial intersection, tourist destination, entertainment center and neighborhood. One of the world's busiest pedestrian areas. And it’s very charming at night. Great observation point in NJ, high up on the cliffs overlooking the Hudson River. There, you will enjoy what is considered to be the best night view of the New York City skyline.

At a first glance, travelling around the entire of New York City seems like the mission impossible; however, our highly organized tour is especially designed for you: by visiting amounts of famous landmarks, you will learn more of the city’s unique history, culture, and the core spirit of the New Yorkers!

Itinerary:

Central Park Walking Tour(Optional, 60 mins)  → Times Square (20 mins) → U.S.S Intrepid (Optional, 60 mins) → Liberty Cruise (Optional, 60 mins) →NYC Trinity Church (Outside visit) → Wall Street (25 mins) → Charging Bull (Taking Photos) → One World Observatory(Optional, 70 mins) →World Trade Center station(15mins)

We will also Pass by: The Fifth Avenue, Rockefeller Center, World Trade Center and so on.

 

Central Park

Arguably one of the most famous parks in the world, Central Park is a manmade wonder.  Not only is it the first public park built in America, but it is also one of the most frequently visited.

Times Square

Called "The Crossroads of the World," this major intersection in midtown Manhattan-- where Broadway hits Seventh Avenue-- is a world-famous icon of both New York City and the United States. It has appeared in countless forms of media.

U.S.S. Intrepid

This famous military history museum on Manhattan's West Side is inside the now-defunct World War II aircraft carrier, the USS Intrepid. The mission of the Museum is to promote awareness and understanding of history, science, and service through its collections, exhibitions, and programming in order to honor the heroes, educate the public and inspire youth.  Exhibits include real military aircraft as well as recreations of military life aboard the ship.

Liberty Cruise

Any trip to New York City must include a boat cruise around the Statue of Liberty. This iconic landmark has stood in the city that never sleeps for more than 100 years, as a joint effort between America and France to celebrate the anniversary of America's independence. And the sightseeing cruise tour on the Hudson River to enjoy the city view from a totally different angle, as well as take pictures with Brooklyn Bridge.

 

Trinity Church New York

Trinity Church (also called St. Paul's Chapel) is the oldest public building that is in continuous use in NYC. The current church is the third on this site; the first Trinity Church was built in 1698.

Wall Street

This famous street in New York City's Financial District has become synonymous with American financial enterprises. It is also the home of the New York Stock Exchange, and has been (or still is) the location of several other exchanges.

Charging Bull

This bronze sculpture that sits at the northern tip of New York's Bowling Green Park is ready to strike! It was commissioned to represent the "strength and power of the American people" after the stock market crashed in 1987.

One World Observatory

One World Trade Center is the main building of the rebuilt World Trade Center complex in Lower Manhattan, New York City. It is the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere. There, 102 stories up, find yourself face-to-face with New York’s iconic skyline. Maybe you’ve seen views of the city before, but never quite like this. Walk the three sprawling levels of the Observatory and discover surprises along the way.

World Trade Center station

World Trade Center is a terminal station on the PATH system, within the World Trade Center complex in the Financial District of Manhattan, New York City. The $4 billion Oculus station house, designed by the Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava, consists of white ribs that interlock high above the ground. The interior of the station house contains two underground floors, which house part of the Westfield World Trade Center mall.

In the morning, we will head for Philadelphia where known as the birthplace of American democracy. At last, we will visit memorials, museums, and Americana characterize this historic city. 

Itinerary:

One Liberty Observation Deck  (Optional, 50 mins) →Philadelphia In-depth Tour(Optional, 150 mins  including Philadelphia Double Decker Tour+ Independence National Historical Park+Liberty Bell) → Hotel → Washington D.C. Night Tour(Optional, 100 mins,  including   visit The Pentagon,World War II Memorial,  Lincoln Memorial，Jefferson Memorial)


 

One Liberty Observation Deck

At One Liberty Observation Deck, the sky isn't the limit. It's the main event. Discover all the attractions in Philadelphia right from the Philadelphia skyline. And don't forget a camera. When it comes to places to take pictures in Philadelphia, our viewtiful sights are second to none. Looking for things to do in Philly at night? See the city light up like never before right from our observation deck.

Independence National Historical Park

This National Historical Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania serves as a way of preserving important Revolutionary War sites for future generations. Called "America's most historic square mile," this 55-acre park in the "Old City" district is not to be missed.

Liberty Bell

The famously cracked Liberty Bell is a sign of American Independence and spirit. Located at Liberty Bell Center in Philadelphia, PA, this symbol of the American Revolution was crafted in 1752 - more than 250 years ago.

Washington D.C. night tour

Ride a coach past major landmarks on this night bus tour of Washington, D.C. Hop off at Air Force Memorial, and enjoy a great view of The Pentagon and the city from the top. Then visit the Capitol Reflecting Pool for the majestic night look of the Capitol and admire the glow of the Thomas Jefferson Memorial in the Tidal Basin. Take a last stop at the magnificent World War II Memorial while gazing at the floodlit Lincoln Memorial. After this amazing sightseeing tour with by our professional guides, you’ll understand why the nation’s capital is considered one of the world’s most beautiful cities at night.

Today we continue to visit the hub for American Today we continue to visit the hub for American politics and history. Visit inside of the US Capitol with a professional tour guide. And later, we will visit the library of Congress (Outside Visit) and Supreme Court of the US (Outside Visit). Explore more culture and history by taking DC sightseeing cruise and more. 

Itinerary：

Summer Itinerary: Apply when DC cruise resume

Lincoln Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial (45 mins) → White house (Outside Visit, 20 mins) → Madame Tussauds President Gallery (Optional, 50 mins)  → U.S. Capitol  (Outside visit,20 mins) → DC Sightseeing Cruise (Optional, 60 mins) →Washington D.C. In-depth Tour(Optional, 120 mins)

We will also pass by: US Treasury, Washington Monument, etc.

Winter Itinerary: Apply when DC cruise closed

Lincoln Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial (45 mins) → White house (Outside Visit, 20 mins) → Madame Tussauds President Gallery (Optional, 50 mins)  → U.S. Capitol  (Outside visit,20 mins) → Washington D.C. In-depth Tour(Optional, 120 mins)

We will also pass by: US Treasury, Washington Monument, etc.

 

Lincoln Memorial

This iconic American monument honors the 16th president of the United States. Abraham Lincoln was president during the American Civil War and is most famous for the Emancipation Proclamation that freed all of the slaves in the US.

The White House

The world-famous White House in Washington, DC is the official residence of the president of the United States and the place where most of the work is done. The facade of this neoclassical mansion is a global icon.

Madame Tussaud's President Gallery

The Washington, DC arm of this worldwide phenomenon is a sight to behold. Amazingly and sometimes eerily lifelike figures line the halls of this art museum in the form of celebrities and politicians both famous and infamous.

U.S. Capitol

The United States Capitol is among the most symbolically important and architecturally impressive buildings in the nation. It has housed the meeting chambers of the House of Representatives and the Senate for two centuries. 

DC Sightseeing Cruise

The Potomac River runs along Washington, DC, the capital city of the United States of America. Visitors to this famous locale can opt to see many of the area's most historic landmarks and memorials in a unique way.

 

Washington D.C. In-depth Tour

We will first visit the U.S. Air Force Memorial. The three stainless steel spires reach a height of 402 feet above sea-level, evoking the image of "contrails of the Air Force Thunderbirds as they peel back in a precision 'bomb burst' maneuver." Then comes to the Pentagon, the headquarters building of the United States Department of Defense, known as the world's largest office building and the symbol of the U.S. military. After that, we will take a visit at the Federal Reserve Board of Governors, the central bank of the United States, and admire the J. Edgar Hoover Federal Building from outside, which is formerly served as the headquarters of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). As the last stop, we will come to the Embassy Row in the northwest of Washington, D.C., in which embassies, diplomatic missions, and other diplomatic representations are concentrated, enjoying a relaxing walk by those architecturally significant embassy buildings. We will focus on visiting the Embassy of India, ​​and the Embassy of the People's Republic of China designed by well-known American-Chinese architect Ieoh Ming Pei in modern architectural style.

Today we will head to one of Fortune Global 500’s headquarters, Corning, to visit the Museum of Glass, which is dedicated to the history, art, and science behind glassmaking. In summer, we will go to Watkins Glen State Park located in the Finger Lakes area, shuttling through the canyon trail filling with fresh air. In winter, we will go shopping at the Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls before going explore the waterfall and being astounded by the deafening roar of the fall. With staying at the waterfall scenic hotel at night, you can also feel the beauty of the waterfall under illuminations of the Falls nightly. 

Itinerary：

Summer Itinerary: 

Corning Museum of Glass (Optional, 90 mins) → Watkins Glen State Park(Optional, 60 mins) →Niagara Falls In-depth Tour(Optional, 120 mins including Whirlpool State Park 15mins+Old Fort Niagara 60mins) →Hotel → Niagara Falls Night Tour (Optional, 90 mins) 
 

Winter Itinerary: 
Corning Museum of Glass (Optional, 120 mins) → Hotel →Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls(Optional, 120 mins) → Niagara Falls Night Tour (Optional, 90 mins) 

 

The Corning Museum of Glass

In western New York is dedicated to the history, art, and science behind glassmaking. Its collection contains more than 45,000 objects, some of which date back millennia. Guests here will be invited to watch the Hot Glass Show which is performed by professional glass craftsman, and, will have chance to know how ancient Egyptian made the world first glass mask in 3000 years ago!

Watkins Glen State Park

Glen Creek has carved a dramatic gorge into the Watkins Glen hillside, resulting in a large, cavern-like network of rock formations.Within two miles, the glen's stream descends 400 feet past 200-foot cliffs, generating 19 waterfalls along its course. The gorge path winds over and under waterfalls and through the spray of Cavern Cascade.

Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls

Newly remodeled and expanded, Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls, USA is conveniently located just ten minutes from the Niagara Falls State Park. It is a single level indoor outlet shopping experience featuring over 200 designer outlets offering great savings up to 75% off every day. The Center is home to world-class brands like Coach, Kate Spade NY, Michael Kors, Burberry, Tommy Hilfiger plus national brands like J.Crew, Nike, Under Armour more. In addition to an outstanding selection of outlet retailers, Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls USA features a variety of quick-service food options available to shoppers at the food court.

Niagara In-Depth Tour

This interesting and exciting tour includes two popular attractions: the magnificent natural wonder - Niagara Whirlpool State Park and the U.S. historic landmark - Old Fort Niagara. The Niagara Whirlpool’s greatest depth is 125 feet. It is estimated the whirlpool formed approximately 7,500 years ago by the upstream erosion of the Niagara escarpment by Niagara River. Old Fort Niagara is a rich historic landmark; it spans more than 300 years. Its commanding presence on the great lake caused it to play a critical role in the French and Indian War, the American Revolution and the War of 1812. The gorgeous Lake Ontario lies behind the Fort.

 

Niagara Falls Night Tour

Get closer to America's Oldest State Park at Niagara Falls State Park! Enjoy some awe-inspiring sceneries and adventure-packed experience with us! Niagara Falls is actually not one waterfall, but three. The Niagara River flows down from Lake Erie and is divided by Goat Island. There, part of it flows to the horseshoe-shaped Canadian Falls (aptly named Horseshoe Falls), and the rest flows to the American Falls. At the American falls, the river is also split by a second small island, Luna Island, creating the third, small waterfall known as Bridal Veil Falls.

In the morning, we will take you to explore Niagara Falls more deeply. We will go to Niagara Whirlpool State Park and Old Fort Niagara, where visitors can discover more historical detail about Niagara. Later we will take Niagara Falls Jetboat to feel the fast and passion of speeding against the current on the Niagara River. Then along the direction of the Erie Canal, across the upstate of New York, enjoy the magnificent view of the mountains, and arrived in Boston in the evening.

Itinerary：

Summer Itinerary:
 Maid of the Mist (Optional, 30 mins) → US Niagara IMAX Movie (Optional, 30 mins) → Niagara Falls Jetboat (Optional, 60 mins) →Boston → Hotel
 

Winter Itinerary:
Niagara Falls Day Tour ( 20 mins ) → US Niagara IMAX Movie (Optional, 30 mins) → Niagara Falls In-depth Tour(Optional, 120 mins including Whirlpool State Park 15mins+Old Fort Niagara 60mins) → Niagara Falls Jetboat (Optional, 60 mins) →Boston → Hotel

 

Maid of The Mist

It's the combination of height and volume that makes Niagara Falls so beautiful. More than 6 million cubic ft. (168,000 cubic meters) of water goes over the crest line of the falls every minute during peak daytime tourist hours. This famous Maid of the Mist ride gets passengers as close as possible to the Niagara Falls! The Maid rides right into the mists thrown up by the roaring cascade as the Niagara River tumbles over the edge of the falls.

IMAX Movie (U.S. side)

In 30 minutes, you will witness Niagara Falls incredible stories and history that would otherwise take a lifetime to experience. No Niagara Falls vacation is complete without a visit to see the Niagara Adventure Movie. This movie, tells the history of human interaction with the falls, focusing largely on the "daredevils" who have crossed, boated, and even jumped off them.

Niagara In-Depth Tour

This interesting and exciting tour includes two popular attractions: the magnificent natural wonder - Niagara Whirlpool State Park and the U.S. historic landmark - Old Fort Niagara. The Niagara Whirlpool’s greatest depth is 125 feet. It is estimated the whirlpool formed approximately 7,500 years ago by the upstream erosion of the Niagara escarpment by Niagara River. Old Fort Niagara is a rich historic landmark; it spans more than 300 years. Its commanding presence on the great lake caused it to play a critical role in the French and Indian War, the American Revolution and the War of 1812. The gorgeous Lake Ontario lies behind the Fort.

Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours

Experience the Niagara River like no other way possible.The exciting boat rides take passengers on a thrilling trip down the Niagara River! This round-trip ride zooms through the Niagara Gorge, and even takes passengers to the famous Whirlpool rapids, all of a custom-built jet boat.

In the morning, we will start the tour with explore Cambridge and Boston and taking the cruise to enjoy a breathtaking view of the Boston harbor. The next stop is the old Quincy Market. The Market was also surrounded by dozens of restaurants for dining option with a variety of authentic cuisines, and absolutely, you cannot miss the famous New England clam chowder.

Itinerary: 

Harvard University In-Depth Tour(Optional, 60 mins) → Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT, passby) →Boston City Sightseeing (Bus tour) → Boston Harbor Cruise (Optional, 60 mins)  → Quincy Market (50 mins) →Boston Lobster Meal  (Optional, 75 mins)  → Airport Drop-off / New York

Boston City Sightseeing pass by Old Trinity Cathedral, Hancock Building, Boston Athenaeum, Boston Park, Swan Lake Park, and overlook the Golden Dome of the State House.

 

Harvard University In-Depth Tour

Harvard University in-depth Tour Benefits:  Harvard student guides greet your group on campus.Tours are scheduled to fit your needs with year-round availability.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, Massachusetts is a research university known the world over for its highly selective and intense academics, and MIT alumni include 24 Nobel Prize winners and 22 Rhodes Scholars.

Trinity Church Boston

Trinity Church is located in Boston's upscale Back Bay neighborhood. It is a parish of the Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts, and the elaborate and ornate building has become a landmark and icon in downtown Boston.

Quincy Market

Quincy Market in the Faneuil Hall marketplace of downtown Boston, it is a historic building that still serves as a souvenir marketplace and food court today. The area has expanded to include two other marketplace buildings as well.

Boston Harbor Cruise

See the famous Boston skyline like never before with a cruise of Boston Harbor. From the peak of the Prudential tower to the quaint North End, this beautiful and historic city is best viewed from the bay!

Boston The Freedom Trail

This walking trail winds its way through some of Boston's most important historical locations. A favorite with tourists for its convenience and educational value, the Freedom Trail offers a view of Boston as it was and is.