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Eastern US & Canada Grand Vacation with Extended Stay in New York City 2026
17 days from New York City to New York City
Tour Description:
From exciting big cities with historic sites to beautiful scenery and natural wonders, this vacation in the Eastern U.S. and Canada has it all! Your tour begins and ends in New York City with overnights in Boston, Québec City, Montréal, Ottawa, Toronto, Niagara Falls, Lancaster, Washington DC, and Philadelphia on this 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence which took place there. Enjoy guided sightseeing of the must-see sights in each of the cities, such as New York City’s Rockefeller Center and Times Square; Boston’s Freedom Trail; Québec City’s Chateau Frontenac and Place Royale; Montréal’s 19th-century Notre Dame Church; Ottawa’s Parliament Hill; Toronto’s iconic, 1,815-foot-tall CN Tower; Philadelphia’s Independence National Historic Park; and Washington DC’s most famous landmarks including the U.S. Capitol, Lincoln Memorial and the White House. You’ll travel through New Hampshire’s White Mountains, with some of the most beautiful scenery in the eastern U.S. and along the lakeshore through the rich farmlands and vineyards of Ontario to one of the natural wonders of the world, magnificent Niagara Falls. Enjoy an exhilarating cruise to view the falls up-close and hear the roar of the 600,000 gallons of water that comes crashing down every second! You’ll also enjoy a cruise in Thousand Islands National Park, where you’ll see the opulent summer homes built on the wooded islands during the Gilded Age. In Lancaster, you’ll learn about the history of the Amish community—including their faith, culture, and way of life without the use of telephones or electricity—at the Amish Farm & House. End with two extra nights in New York City, where you’ll have time to explore on your own and see more of the fabulous sites. Vibrant cities, iconic sites, and stunning scenery…this Eastern U.S. & Canada tour features all of this and more!
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Dates & Pricing
| Monday 20 Apr 26 — Wednesday 06 May 26 | Starting at $3,987 |  SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 04 May 26 — Wednesday 20 May 26 | Starting at $4,096 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 25 May 26 — Wednesday 10 Jun 26 | Starting at $4,115 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 27 Jul 26 — Wednesday 12 Aug 26 | Starting at $3,928 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 10 Aug 26 — Wednesday 26 Aug 26 | Starting at $3,928 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 24 Aug 26 — Wednesday 09 Sep 26 | Starting at $4,125 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 31 Aug 26 — Wednesday 16 Sep 26 | Starting at $4,224 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 28 Sep 26 — Wednesday 14 Oct 26 | Starting at $4,214 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 05 Oct 26 — Wednesday 21 Oct 26 | Starting at $4,214 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 12 Oct 26 — Wednesday 28 Oct 26 | Starting at $4,174 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 19 Oct 26 — Wednesday 04 Nov 26 | Starting at $4,174 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
Destination & Sightseeing
Destination & SightseeingThe world is within reach with everything you need for perfectly affordable touring. Cosmos includes hand-selected accommodations, guided sightseeing, and seamless transportation between destinations—with value-minded travel lovers in mind. Explore with expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides, and private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (where available). Enhance your free time to explore like a local with your CosmosGO mobile app!Your Tour Includes:• Guided city sightseeing in New York City, Boston, Québec, Montreal, Ottawa, and Washington, DC• Thousand Islands sightseeing cruise• Orientation tours of Toronto and Philadelphia• Niagara Falls sightseeing cruise• Admission to the Lancaster Amish Farm & House
Notes:
• Operation of the Niagara Falls sightseeing cruise is subject to favorable weather and/or river conditions (typically favorable May to October). Cruise sightseeing may be substituted by a Journey Behind the Falls excursion when necessary. • Enjoy the fall colors of New York, New England, Ontario, and Québec on our special Fall Foliage departures from mid-September to mid-October (if Mother Nature permits).
• Operation of the Niagara Falls sightseeing cruise is subject to favorable weather and/or river conditions (typically favorable May to October). Cruise sightseeing may be substituted by a Journey Behind the Falls excursion when necessary. • Enjoy the fall colors of New York, New England, Ontario, and Québec on our special Fall Foliage departures from mid-September to mid-October (if Mother Nature permits).
ITINERARY
ITINERARYDay 1 NEW YORK CITY
Welcome to the “Big Apple!” Your Tour Director is on hand from 3-6:00 p.m. this afternoon to answer any questions.
Once you get settled, perhaps head out and start exploring the ‘city that never sleeps’ with its world-famous shopping and restaurants that represent nearly one hundred different national cuisines
Day 2 NEW YORK CITY–BOSTON
This morning, enjoy an included sightseeing tour with a local guide. You will see Broadway, Times Square, the Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, Wall Street, the 9/11 Memorial, and more. This afternoon, head for Boston—the “Cradle of American Liberty.”
Day 3 BOSTON
On your morning guided tour of Boston, visit the historic landmarks that have played an important part in the history of the United States. See Faneuil Hall, the Freedom Trail, Boston Common and the Old North Church where Paul Revere signaled that British troops were approaching by sea which ignited the American Revolutionary War. The afternoon is free to explore on your own. Enjoy some Italian cuisine this evening at an optional dinner in Boston’s North End, also known as Little Italy. (B)
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 4 BOSTON–QUÉBEC CITY AREA
Journey through New Hampshire to the scenic White Mountains, crossing into Vermont and continuing to the Canadian border. Here you’ll notice a change in language and tradition as you enter the French-Canadian province of Québec and historic Québec City on the banks of the St. Lawrence River. (B)
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 5 QUÉBEC CITY AREA
This morning, join your traveling companions on a unique optional excursion to the Érablière le Chemin du Roy Sugar Shack. Visitors to the sugar cabin will enjoy a typical Québec breakfast, along with a guided visit and presentation to explain the process of maple extraction. Afterward, return to Québec City for a guided tour of Canada’s only walled city, crowned by the turrets of Château Frontenac. Until the British victory of 1759, Old Québec was the center of New France; today, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Within the walls reside the Place d’Armes, Laval Seminary, the Citadelle, a star-shaped fortress with grand vistas from its bastions, and ancient Place Royale. See the Old-World houses crowding narrow cobblestone streets in Lower Town and the historic Plains of Abraham, where the battle was fought that left control of Québec City to the British. The afternoon is at leisure. Perhaps join an optional guided tour of the iconic Chateau Frontenac to learn more about the famous people and historical events that have been a part of this majestic landmark hotel. (CB)
Day 6 QUÉBEC CITY AREA–MONTRÉAL
Today, drive to cosmopolitan Montréal, Canada’s second largest city, known for its unique blend of European charm and North American flair. Included guided sightseeing includes St. Joseph’s Oratory, the lookout atop Mount Royal, once-walled Old Montréal, Notre Dame Church, the Seminary of St. Sulpice (built by the first missionary settlers), and modern Montréal. This evening, have time to explore the city’s famed diverse and delicious culinary scene. (CB)
Day 7 MONTRÉAL–OTTAWA
Drive west to Ottawa, Canada’s beautiful capital. Guided city sightseeing includes the Gothic buildings of Parliament Hill, the Canadian Mint, the Rideau Canal, the National Gallery of Canada, and stately residences and embassies. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore this vibrant city. You could visit ByWard Market with its artisan shops and culinary treats. Then perhaps go on an optional excursion to the Canadian Museum of History, Canada’s oldest and most popular museum, known for its exceptional exhibitions and extraordinary views of Parliament Hill across the Ottawa River
Day 8 OTTAWA–THOUSAND ISLANDS NATIONAL PARK–TORONTO
Follows the Rideau Canal south to the amazing Thousand Islands National Park. The Thousand Islands are a group of 1,864 islands in the St. Lawrence River. They are home to history, recreation and yes, Thousand Island salad dressing! Enjoy a scenic cruise around the many wooded islands where the wealthy built their opulent summer homes. Continue on to Canada’s largest city, Toronto
Day 9 TORONTO
Setting Toronto’s exciting architectural tone are City Hall; the downtown banking district; Roger’s Center; and stunning CN Tower, more than a third of a mile high. See all this and more on your morning city sightseeing tour. Then, spend the rest of the day exploring city sights such as Harbourfront, Ontario Place, and Chinatown on your own or get a view of Toronto from Lake Ontario on a scenic Harbour Cruise. This evening, consider an optional dinner atop the CN Tower where, with clear skies, you can see for miles!
Day 10 TORONTO–NIAGARA FALLS
Travel south along the lakeshore and through the rich farmlands and vineyards of Ontario to Niagara Falls. Stop at Table Rock and hear the raging waters. Then board your Niagara Falls sightseeing cruise for an amazing experience you won’t soon forget! Feel the mist and hear the roar as you get close to the base of the Falls where 600,000 gallons of water come crashing down every second! For an added thrill, consider an optional flightseeing tour aboard a helicopter for breathtaking views high above the Falls.
NOTE:
Operation of the Niagara Falls sightseeing cruise is subject to favorable weather and/or river conditions. Favorable conditions usually exist from May to October. When weather is unfavorable, a visit to Journey Behind the Falls will be substituted
Day 11 NIAGARA FALLS–LANCASTER
Leave Canada and head southeast through the Appalachian Mountains and along the Susquehanna River into Pennsylvania Dutch farm country. Tonight, join an optional excursion to experience an authentic Amish meal at an Amish Homestead
Day 12 LANCASTER–PENNSYLVANIA DUTCH COUNTRY–WASHINGTON DC AREA
This morning, stop at the Amish Farm & House where a Local Guide explains the faith, culture, and way of life of these people for whom tradition forbids the use of electricity or telephones in the home. Then on to Washington DC with an afternoon arrival. Consider an optional evening dinner and Monuments by Night Illumination tour to see this historic capital in a different light
Day 13 WASHINGTON DC
The nation’s capital is a sightseeing treasure trove. Your half-day tour with a Local Guide visits the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and has photo stops at Capitol Hill, the White House, and other well-known sights. The remainder of the day is free. Perhaps visit the National Museum of American History to see Dorothy’s ruby slippers from the Wizard of Oz or the National Museum of Natural History to see dinosaur bones and the Hope Diamond! Your Tour Director will also have suggestions for exploring this historical and culturally rich city
Day 14 WASHINGTON DC–PHILADELPHIA
Travel north this morning to Philadelphia. Upon arrival, take a city tour including a stop at Reading Terminal Market, one of America’s oldest public markets. Check out the many vendors and perhaps enjoy a Philly cheesesteak or other local cuisine. Then visit Independence National Historical Park, home of the Liberty Bell, an iconic symbol of American freedom. Enjoy time to explore the Park and other places in what is referred to as “America’s Most Historic Square Mile” on your own before checking into your hotel
Day 15 PHILADELPHIA–NEW YORK CITY
This morning, say goodbye to your Tour Director and leave for New York City. Check into the New Yorker Hotel for the next two nights. Your Local Host will be available for any questions you may have and can offer suggestions for sightseeing, shopping, and dining
Day 16 NEW YORK CITY
The “Big Apple” beckons. Enjoy all that New York has to offer, from Broadway shows to museums, shopping, and great restaurants!
Day 17 NEW YORK CITY
Your vacation ends this morning.
Accommodations
Accommodations| New York City | Boston | Quebec City Area | Montreal | Ottawa | Toronto | Niagara Falls | Lancaster | Washington DC | Philadelphia |
New Yorker Hotel by Lotte Hotels
First-Class
First-Class
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
