This tour includes:

•    Return flights
•    10 nights’ hotel accommodation
•    Business Class Amtrak Acela Express rail travel between cities including extra legroom, and complimentary non-alcoholic beverages
•    Boston History & Highlights Walking Tour
•    2-day Big Bus New York Classic Hop-on Hop-off bus tickets
•    2-day Big Bus Washington, DC Premier Hop-on Hop-off bus tickets

Full Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Boston
Your holiday gets underway with your flight from the UK to the charming city of Boston, where you’ll spend the first three nights at Sheraton Boston on a room-only basis. A city of contrasts, Boston blends colonial charm with urban sophistication and is home to brownstone lined streets, modern skyscrapers, big city entertainment, and a small-town atmosphere.

Day 2: Boston
This morning you have free time to explore the city at your own pace. In the afternoon, enjoy an included Boston History and Highlights Walking Tour, where a local guide will take you on a tour of Boston’s most iconic sites, as well as some of the lesser-known ones. Visit the iconic Boston Harbour, explore the famous Freedom Trail, take in the beauty of Beacon Hill, and enjoy a surprise local treat.

Day 3:  Boston
Today you have a free day to spend in Boston. Perhaps spend some time at the hotel spa, boasting over 5,000 square feet of tranquil space and a full menu of beauty, facial, and massage services, it’s the ultimate sanctuary. There are also iconic Boston attractions to check out within walking distance, including Fenway Park and Newbury Street, home to exceptional shopping and dining. 

Day 4: Boston – New York
Today you will travel to New York City by Amtrak train. On arrival, you will check into The Dylan Hotel NYC for four nights on a room-only basis. There’s lots to see and do in New York, so once you’ve dropped your bags off it’s time to head out and explore. Perhaps stroll through Central Park, indulge in some retail therapy, take pictures of the Statue of Liberty, or visit the 9/11 Memorial to pay tribute. 

Days 5-7: New York
You have the next few days to explore New York. Use your included tickets to hop on board the Big Bus sightseeing tour of ‘the city that never sleeps’ to experience the best views of its distinctive landmarks, and delve into its fascinating history. Your ticket is valid for two full days, so be sure to make the most of it! The tour gives you access to the Downtown and Uptown loops, allowing you to explore all the highlights that Manhattan has to offer. Downtown, you will see New York's famous landmarks, from Times Square to the Empire State Building and the world-famous Brooklyn Bridge. On the Uptown Loop, you will see parts of Midtown, including Penn Station and Central Park, before heading north to catch views of Central Park and Museum Mile. You can hop-on or hop-off at your leisure to create your own customized journey around the city. 

Day 8: New York – Washington, DC
Bidding farewell to New York, you will travel again by Amtrak train to Washington, DC, where you will spend the last three nights of your holiday at Fairmont Washington, DC on a room-only basis. Spend the rest of the day getting oriented with the city, including The White House, Capitol Hill, the Pentagon, The Lincoln Memorial, Arlington Cemetery, and the Smithsonian Museum to name but a few. But the city’s attractions don’t stop there; enjoy boutique and designer shopping, trendy cafés, live music venues, Broadway productions, great bars and restaurants, and a buzzing nightlife.

Days 9-10: Washington, DC 
You have the next few days to explore the city at your own pace. Use your included tickets to hop on board your Big Bus sightseeing tour of Washington, DC, to experience all the city has to offer. Enjoy the famous monuments and memorials, beautiful parks and picturesque views atop a safe open air bus. Hop-on and hop-off at your leisure to create your own customised journey around the city, stopping at key points of interest all around spectacular Washington, DC. 

Day 11: Depart Washington, DC
Your trip comes to an end today. Enjoy your last few hours in the city before making your way to the airport for your flight back to the UK, armed with wonderful memories of your adventure.