Can you let me know if any spots open for this tour in August - we will take a spot if someone cancels. Is there waitlist?

Our August dates have cancelled. We only have our September 2, 2023 departure date that is guaranteed to depart.

We are contemplating a guided tour of the USA, in 2023. Our group may consist up to 40 persons. This is going to be our first ever tour, and none of us is expert in the group tours of the USA. We need to learn the nuts and bolts of the group tours. I am sure their are a lot of requirements and regulations such as the US and visa, etc. Group vs Private. price include all travel costs within the US, meals and hotel rooms.

To customize the group and have a private coach with all meals included the cost will increase approximately 25% - 30%. If you would like a sole coach for your group, this can be quoted through normal channels. Also, we are within the 180 days required for individual deposits for customized tour. Should you decide to customize the group deposits with names will be due immediately.

Cities of the Great East

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From Boston to Washington DC

4.9

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Gold Operator: Cosmos
In-depth Cultural: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 42 - 50
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
Boston
Day 2
Boston
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Freedom Trail
- Visit Boston Common
- Visit Old State House
- Visit Faneuil Hall
- Visit Old North Church
Landmarks
Boston Common
Old State House
Faneuil Hall
Old North Church
Day 3
Boston to New York City
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Cruise of New York Harbor
Day 4
New York City
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Times Square
- Guided tour of Rockefeller Center
- Guided tour of Financial District
- Guided tour of Chinatown
Optional Activities
- Visit Tenement Museum
- Walk along the High Line
- Shopping on Fifth Avenue
Landmarks
Times Square
Rockefeller Center
Financial District
Chinatown
Tenement Museum
High Line
Fifth Avenue
Day 5
New York City to Philadelphia
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Liberty Bell
Landmarks
Liberty Bell
Day 6
Philadelphia to Washington DC
Day 7
Washington DC
Included Activities
- Visit National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial
- Visit Lincoln Memorial
- Visit National WWII Memorial
- Photo stop at Capitol Hill
- Photo stop at White House
Optional Activities
- Visit Arlington National Cemetery
- Visit African American History Museum
- Visit Washington Monument
- Dinner at a Washington DC restaurant with illumination tour of monuments
Landmarks
National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial
Lincoln Memorial
National WWII Memorial
Capitol Hill
White House
Arlington National Cemetery
African American History Museum
Washington Monument
Day 8
Washington DC
Optional Activities
- Extend vacation with extra nights in Washington DC

Landmarks
Boston Common
Old State House
Faneuil Hall
Old North Church

Landmarks
Times Square
Rockefeller Center
Financial District
Chinatown
Tenement Museum
High Line
Fifth Avenue

Landmarks
Liberty Bell

Landmarks
National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial
Lincoln Memorial
National WWII Memorial
Capitol Hill
White House
Arlington National Cemetery
African American History Museum
Washington Monument

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Rating: 4.9(10,149 reviews)
Response time: within 1 day
Response rate: 92%
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4.9

Sergey
October 21st, 2025
It was an amazing trip full of beautiful places and views. And it was absolutely well organized and maintained by our...
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Michele
August 5th, 2025
This tour was amazing and exceeded expectations! Our Cosmos guide, Kip, was awesome, as were our guides for all...
This tour was amazing and exceeded expectations! Our Cosmos guide, Kip, was awesome, as were our guides for all included and optional tours (Alaska railroad, Doggoneit Kennel Visit, Denali wilderness tour, Prince William sound boat ride, etc). All of the cities visited were awesome and all of the stops in between were so well planned with great scenery/views and opportunity to stretch and explore. Although the lack of a detailed itinerary (with times, durations, etc) prior to the trip bothered my OCD planner self, I could not have imagined a more perfect tour of interior Alaska! Our family of 4 loved every minute of this Alaskan Adventure!Show more
Linda
October 21st, 2025
Would have like portage at the hotels and availability of walk in showers. Guide and driver excellent.

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Caitlin
Asked on July 21st, 2023
Can you let me know if any spots open for this tour in August - we will take a spot if someone cancels. Is there waitlist?
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- CosmosOperator•Written July 2023
  Our August dates have cancelled. We only have our September 2, 2023 departure date that is guaranteed to depart.
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Morgan
Asked on December 27th, 2022
We are contemplating a guided tour of the USA, in 2023. Our group may consist up to 40 persons. This is going to be our first ever tour, and none of us is expert in the group tours of the USA. We need to learn the nuts and bolts of the group tours. I am sure their are a lot of requirements and regulations such as the US and visa, etc. Group vs Private. price include all travel costs within the US, meals and hotel rooms.
Accommodation
Group size
Meals
Payments
Tour Details
Visa
- CosmosOperator•Written December 2022
  To customize the group and have a private coach with all meals included the cost will increase approximately 25% - 30%. If you would like a sole coach for your group, this can be quoted through normal channels. Also, we are within the 180 days required for individual deposits for customized tour. Should you decide to customize the group deposits with names will be due immediately.

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- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
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- For any tour departing before July 6th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 6th, 2026, a minimum payment of $250 is required to confirm your booking with Cosmos. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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Washington DC

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Washington DC

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