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Explore the iconic sights of New York City, like Central Park and the Statue of Liberty, and Washington’s monumental landmarks, like the Lincoln Memorial. Take a culinary tour through Savannah, learn about Charleston’s deep Black History that shaped America, and see the Biltmore, America’s biggest and most beautiful home, in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
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Saw a lot but very rushed trip with either long bus rises or alot of walking. Not suitable with people with mobility issues. Dident like the multi language group.
American Gateway – 4 DaysHello! To whoever may be reading this or considering doing this tour, I just wanted to say that yes, it's worth it but there are some caveats and serious considerations I would take into account. Firstly, it is quite a wild ride and lots of things happening but of course, that's what happens on such a short limited time. The benefits and highlights to this are that you do get to see some great things and a real quickstop of great places/monuments particularly with New York and Washington D.C. In Philadelphia, it's almost way too short (30 mins tops!) to enjoy it but at least in those two other major cities, you have a decent amount of time (washington could easily be a whole other day though). The accomodations are all great, with most surprisingly having breakfast included (sometimes even when we didn't expect it). It's a pretty well-run tour with some tight logistics that all managed to work out well in the end. However, I do want to add some constructive feedback for the future and it's part of why I'm tempted to give the tour 3 stars but since I still enjoyed myself from the vivid highlights, I'll leave it at 4 stars. But for those doing this tour, and for the tour operators please note: -I wish that communication was far more responsive beforehand in terms of understanding the logistics and timeframes a bit better. Though the site has a seemingly detailed itinerary brochure (which mostly matches), we didn't really receive a confirmed schedule/booking/meeting points and times until almost 2 days before. I think even the day before. It was kinda stressful to say the least. -There were times the operator/booking agent got back to me fairly quickly but other times not so much. I'm unsure if this is consistent with others but it could be hit or miss when it comes to communication. However, they were always incredibly friendly and did incredibly well to resolve our issues with some things. -Beware the additional fees involved. We were charged a fuel fee (that later was retracted back thankfully because it was added in after we had already paid for the tour). There are services fees involved and these are per day and per person and to me, not cheap and should really be included in the original price of the tour. I would have much preferred to have known the initial cost beforehand before paying for this later. But regardless, $15 USD per day per person is to me, highway robbery. -Though there's alot of optional activities, just be careful you dont get roped into doing one without really knowing about it. In washington, we were sort of following the group and got involved on a tour of the capitol and later we were charged for it. I was happy to pay for it as it really was incredible but it did feel a bit misleading and unless I missed this being explicitly told, I think somehow it should have been advertised better before we went in. -Niagara falls is only on the American side and it's not the beauty that you might think of it from the Canadian side. It's still nice but definitely not what we were expecting. -There is alot of time on the bus. Sometimes from 7am and then getting back at 9pm or even 10pm. We skipped the last day because of this but it is what you sign up for so just beware. I'd somehow want to break this up better or reduce lunch hours but that's just part of the tour package so just a heads up. Some days were incredibly long. -Our tour guide Sammy was incredibly friendly but I must admit as in the kindest way possible, he did have tendencies to be quite loud and shout alot. To me, he was a little bit intense but that's just his personality. I do wish the microphone on the bus was quieter and despite sometimes him changing his voice to accommodate me, for the most part it was just crazy loud and I resorted to my headphones. -It's still bilingual but there is an obvious influence towards the Chinese speaking demographic (particularly with some restaurants). Not too much of a problem as there's plenty of food going around and I love the culture but the main tour company is run for this market. Personally, I didn't mind it at all and they were all very friendly and lovely. It just made speaking english to others a bit difficult haha. -Oh, there is another tour company employed by InterTrips to run this. Which might explain the sometimes delays in communication. So, just a heads up. Overall, still an unbelievable trip and well worth it for the 6 days they manage to squeeze alot and I mean, alot in. It's not a relaxing trip. But it is a crazy adventure and hopefully one that you'll love. I certainly still did. Thank you Intertrips!!!
6-Day US East Coast High 6-Day US East Coast Highlights: New York+Philadelphia+Washington D.C. + Niagara Falls(Bilingual:Chinese+English)I had a very good experience. The hotel stays were fantastic. Todd our tour guide was very informative and took care of any problems quickly. Everything went very smoothly and we learned a lot and saw many beautiful and historical sites. I would highly recommend this tour.
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The route stretches from Delaware Water Gap to Niagara's American Falls, Philadelphia's Independence National Park, and DC's Kennedy gravesites. Comfort Inn The Pointe provides 3-star accommodation, attracting 44% couples and 34% solo travelers, with multilingual guides rated 4.5/5.
Duration 4 days Destinations New York City, Finger Lakes, Niagara Falls (USA), Philadelphia, Washington DC Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese Operator Empire Vacations From
- US$825
6-Day US East Coast High 6-Day US East Coast Highlights: New York+Philadelphia+Washington D.C. + Niagara Falls(Bilingual:Chinese+English)
“His English was amazing and he looked after us well.”
Jacqueline, traveled in August
NYC's Grand Central sets the tone for visits to DUMBO's artistic streets, Philadelphia's Independence Hall, DC's monuments, and Niagara Falls. Comfortable lodging at Hyatt Place Flushing and other 3-star hotels ensures restful nights.
Duration 6 days Destinations New York City, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Corning, Niagara Falls (USA) Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Chinese Operator Intertrips From
- US$1,099
Six iconic East Coast destinations reveal their charm over 9 days, from Boston's Freedom Trail to Bar Harbor's lobster feasts. Highlights include Acadia National Park's Cadillac Mountain, Burlington's waterfront, and Wabanaki storytelling. Premium hotels like Westin Copley Place provide luxury accommodation.
Duration 9 days Destinations Boston, Lexington, Concord, MA, Burlington, Stowe, North Conway, Bar Harbor, Acadia National Park, York, Maine Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Trafalgar From
- US$4,575
Celebrating America's 250th Anniversary (Boston, MA to Washington, D.C.)
“Amazing trip!”
Peggy, traveled in August
The eastern seaboard beckons from Boston to DC, with stops at the Liberty Bell and U.S. Capitol Building. Four distinctive hotels await, including Royal Sonesta Boston and Omni Shoreham DC. Savor 12 meals, with dinner aboard Philadelphia's historic Moshulu ship, plus expert-guided tours at approx. $470 per day.
Duration 9 days Destinations Boston, Lexington, Concord, MA, New York City, Philadelphia, Valley Forge National Park, Washington DC, Mount Vernon Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Collette From $4,699
9% Off- US$4,299
Washington, NY and Boston
“It was all great except the location of the last hotel.”
Joel, traveled in September
Duration 6 days Destinations Washington DC, Lancaster, New York City, Boston Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Europamundo From
9% Off- US$1,390
Georgia History Trail to Nashville
“This is a good tour if you want to learn about different parts of southern American history. It's a good trip.”
David, traveled in September
The East Coast heritage trail winds from Atlanta through the Blue Ridge Mountains to Nashville. Notable stops include Savannah's award-winning honey store tastings, Charleston's Black History walks, and the magnificent Biltmore Estate. Solo travelers make up 67% of guests, and guides maintain perfect 5.0 ratings.
Duration 8 days Destinations Atlanta, Savannah, Charleston, Asheville, Nashville Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Travel From
9% Off- US$4,331
Niagara Falls, Washington DC, Philadelphia & Amish Country 4D/3N (from New York)
“Got to see loads of interesting things and ticked a lot off our bucket list.”
Kevin, traveled in September
The highly-rated East Coast adventure showcases nightly illumination tours at Niagara Falls, historic walking tours in Philadelphia's Independence Hall area, and comprehensive DC monument visits. Guests enjoy comfortable hotel stays and traditional Amish experiences in Lancaster County.
Duration 4 days Destinations New York City, Finger Lakes, Niagara Falls (USA), Philadelphia, Lancaster, Washington DC Age Range Ages 10+ Operator Bamba Travel From
9% Off- US$1,072
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- Fall / Autumn 2026
Fall colors transform the East Coast routes, especially driving through the Blue Ridge Mountains between Charleston and Asheville. Around the Finger Lakes, you'll catch vineyards during harvest while fall colors reflect in Seneca Lake. The comfortable temperatures make city exploring much nicer - whether you're walking Philadelphia's historic district or Georgetown's old cobblestone streets. Many routes include drives through Shenandoah National Park right when the leaves change color. Our customers tell us autumn hits the sweet spot - perfect weather for experiencing both natural beauty and urban culture without the summer crowds.
- September 2026 popular 71 tours
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- Winter 2026 / 2027
Winter transforms the East Coast experience, especially up at Niagara Falls where the Cave of the Winds shows off dramatic ice formations. D.C.'s free Smithsonian museums become perfect warm refuges filled with culture and history. The winter route adapts nicely through the Finger Lakes - instead of summer's Watkins Glen State Park, you'll discover the quieter beauty of Montour Falls. Moving south to Philadelphia, you can take your time exploring Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell away from the crowds. What's really special about winter in Lancaster County is seeing authentic Amish life when most tourists have gone home. Our travelers often tell us they love having extra time to dig deep into museums and historical sites during the cooler months.
- December 2026 popular 44 tours
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- Spring 2027
Spring brings D.C.'s famous cherry blossoms, and our travelers time their visits perfectly to see the Jefferson Memorial framed in pink. The routes through Virginia and Pennsylvania show off awakening gardens at Mount Vernon, Monticello and also other historic estates. Gettysburg tours feel different in spring's mild weather - our guides share battle stories while you walk the fields without summer's heat. Over in Colonial Williamsburg, costumed interpreters bring history outside with garden talks and craft demonstrations. What works well in spring is mixing outdoor monuments with indoor museums, so our customers can duck inside when those April showers appear.
- March 2027 42 tours
- April 2027 49 tours
- May 2027 popular 54 tours
- Summer 2027
Summer opens everything up - from May through October you can get really close to Niagara Falls on the Maid of the Mist, feeling the spray off Horseshoe Falls. Long summer days mean more time in each city, starting with morning walks through Philadelphia's history and ending with D.C.'s monuments lit up at night. Some routes add in Watkins Glen State Park, where you can walk through gorges shaped by ancient glaciers. Our travelers really enjoy how summer mixes active outdoor exploring like Boston's Freedom Trail with cool breaks in museums, historic sites and also air-conditioned attractions.
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