Patriots TrailEscorted Tour, USA

This escorted tour holiday to America takes in the East Coast cities of Boston, Washington, and New York and Canadian highlights such as Montreal, Toronto, Quebec City, and Niagara Falls.

Your holiday begins in Boston from where you travel through rural New England with its small, picturesque villages on your way to Canada. Stretch your legs on a walking tour of the historic Quebec City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Overnight in Montreal before continuing your holiday in Canada in Toronto. Take in the city’s collection of modern skyscrapers, most notably, the CN Tower, one of the world’s tallest free-standing structures before travelling to Niagara Falls where you will be amazed at this natural wonder. Stroll along Table Rock, see the unique Floral Clock and view the thundering water of the Horseshoe Falls.

Your escorted tour then returns to the US through the rolling farmland of upstate New York and into Pennsylvania. Visit the historic Gettysburg Civil War National Battleground, site of the largest battle ever fought on American soil, and the place where President Lincoln gave his famous address in 1863. Continue through rural Pennsylvania to Dutch Country and visit the Amish Museum and see their 300-year-old tradition of simple living.

Continue on to the nation's capital, Washington D.C. Enjoy a city tour with such highlights as the U.S. Capitol Building, Supreme Court, Library of Congress, the F.B.I. Building, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, the White House, and Arlington National Cemetery before returning to New York through Philadelphia where your escorted tour holiday comes to an end.

Day 1: BOSTON – ARRIVAL

Arrive at Logan International Airport and proceed independently to your hotel where you will meet your ATI Tour Director in the evening.

Day 2: BOSTON – NEW ENGLAND – QUEBEC CITY

This morning travel through the rural New England states of New Hampshire and Vermont on your way to Canada. You will pass through small picturesque villages and the White Mountains, particularly beautiful during the fall foliage. You'll cross the international border to enter the Canadian province of Quebec. Perhaps visit an authentic maple farm and this evening, take the opportunity to sample some of the celebrated French Canadian cuisine (optional).

Day 3: QUEBEC CITY – MONTREAL

Begin the day with a tour of Quebec City, the French capital of the province and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Highlights include the Quebec Provincial Parliament Building and the Citadelle. Then enjoy a walking tour of the walled city, where you will see the Chateau de Frontenac, as well as unparalleled views of the Saint Lawrence River. Then you may want to enjoy a finishing pastry, baguette or candy treat, and if time allows, may we suggest a visit to Rue du Tresor before departing to Montreal. Upon arrival, go on a tour of Old Montreal, the area known as the "Vieux Port," with stops at Place Jacques Cartier and Notre Dame Basilica.

Day 4: MONTREAL – OTTAWA – TORONTO

Depart Montreal for the capital of Canada, Ottawa. This vibrant city of parks and flowers boasts one of the most impressive parliament buildings in the world. In the afternoon, continue along the 1,000 Islands Parkway to the largest English-speaking city in Canada, Toronto, located on the shore of Lake Ontario. Join an optional excursion on the St. Lawrence River and explore the magnificent scenery on a relaxing cruise.

Day 5: TORONTO – NIAGARA FALLS

Begin the day with a drive through Toronto's impressive collection of modern skyscrapers, most notably, the CN Tower, one of the world's tallest free-standing structure (1,815 ft./553 m). Do you dare to stand on the glass floor located over 300 meters above Toronto (optional)? Continue along Lake Ontario, crossing the Welland Canal, before arriving at Niagara Falls, where you will be amazed at this natural wonder. Stroll along Table Rock, see the unique Floral Clock and view the thundering water of the Horseshoe Falls. Perhaps take an optional tour on the renowned Hornblower Cruises boat ride at the base of the Falls.

Day 6: NIAGARA FALLS – GETTYSBURG – AMISH COUNTRY

Today ride through the rolling farmland of upstate New York, known as the Finger Lakes Region, and enter the Keystone State of Pennsylvania. This afternoon, visit the historic Gettysburg Civil War National Battleground, site of the largest battle ever fought on American soil, and the place where President Lincoln gave his famous address in 1863. Travel along the Susquehanna River to South Pennsylvania for overnight.

Day 7: AMISH COUNTRY – WASHINGTON, D.C.

Travel through rural countryside to Pennsylvania Dutch Country. Visit an Amish Museum and see their 300-year-old tradition of simple living (admission included). The Amish people live in a world that stopped in the mid-1850s. They use no electricity, mechanical devices, or modern equipment. In the afternoon, continue to the nation's capital, Washington, D.C.

Day 8: WASHINGTON, D.C.

Enjoy a tour of the Nation's Capital with such highlights as: the Washington Monument, the Lincoln Memorial, the White House and Arlington National Cemetery, site of the JFK Memorial. Spend the remainder of the day exploring some of the many museums comprising the Smithsonian Institute or simply stroll the banks of the Potomac River.

Day 9: WASHINGTON, D.C. – NEW YORK CITY

Transfer to New York via Philadelphia. It is the birthplace of a nation and you will stop to see Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. Your tour ends in midtown Manhattan upon arrival where you will make your own way to tonight’s hotel.

Day 10: NEW YORK CITY

Spend the day in New York City before late evening flight back home to the UK.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Return flights

Coach travel throughout

Fully escorted by an experienced Tour Director

City tour of Washington, D.C

Travel through Vermont and New Hampshire & visit a quintessential New England town.

Guided tour of Québec City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Tour Gettysburg National Military Park.

See Niagara Park’s Floral Clock with 16,000 flowers & Westminster Chimes.

Visit to Amish Farmhouse and Museum.

See the Lincoln Memorial.

Patriots Trail is located in Escorted Tour, USA. Accommodation rating is the operators own rating and may not be the official rating. Hotel details correct at 30/08/2023