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13-Nights Eastern US & Canada Discovery from $5,561
Globus
OFFER ID 1666107
Discover iconic cities, historic landmarks, and spectacular scenery on a journey through the eastern United States and Canada. Explore New York City, Philadelphia, Washington, DC, and Boston, where centuries of American history come to life through famous monuments, neighborhoods, and cultural landmarks. Marvel at the power of Niagara Falls, visit the renowned Corning Museum of Glass, and travel through the picturesque towns and colorful landscapes of Vermont and New Hampshire.
Continue into Canada to experience the highlights of Toronto, Ottawa, Montréal, and Québec City. From Parliament Hill and the St. Lawrence River to cobblestone streets, grand architecture, and French-Canadian culture, each destination offers its own distinctive character. Blending world-famous cities, natural wonders, and historic treasures, this Eastern U.S. and Canada adventure showcases some of North America's most memorable places.
PLUS, this tour includes your choice of excursions in Québec City so you can plan your day your way.
13 nights from $5,561 per person
Eastern Us & Canada Discovery
Day 1: ARRIVE IN NEW YORK CITYWelcome to New York City! At 6:00 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink.
Day 2: NEW YORK CITY–PHILADELPHIA–WASHINGTON DCThe Big Apple & Brotherly Love Orientation drive through New York City en route to Philadelphia for a city tour focusing on the highlights of this historic city, the “Birthplace of the Nation.” During your free time, you may want to visit the Liberty Bell, National Constitution Center, or enjoy lunch and shopping at Reading Terminal Market. Continue south to Washington DC, the nation’s capital. (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
Philadelphia’s proud history spans the American Revolution through its emergence as a major force in modern culture, sports, music, and business.
ENHANCED FREE TIME
Explore more in Philadelphia with a visit to the legendary Liberty Bell, bearing the timeless message: "Proclaim Liberty Throughout All the Land unto all the Inhabitants Thereof." The bell once rang out from Independence Hall to summon lawmakers to work and citizens to gather for important news. Go beyond the iconic crack to learn how this State House bell was transformed into an extraordinary symbol of civil rights with a message of freedom and hope.
Day 3: WASHINGTON DCMonumental Memorials Sightseeing with a Local Guide to see the [LF] nation’s legendary landmarks. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure where you may wish to visit the museums of the Smithsonian Institution, tour the National Cathedral, wander the stacks at the Library of Congress, or walk through the historic Georgetown neighborhood lined with brick rowhouses, unique restaurants and stylish shops. Join us for an optional dinner tonight at one of Washington’s favorite restaurants, followed by an illumination tour of some of the city’s most beautiful monuments. (B)
LOCAL FAVORITE
Your Local Guide shares the iconic and patriotic monuments to American sacrifice and freedom commemorated in moving memorials. Marvel at the stately and sometimes somber remembrances of heroes and visionaries who shaped the American legacy. See the Martin Luther King, Jr., Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, and Jefferson Memorial, and the Vietnam and Korean War Veterans Memorials on the National Mall. Stop for photo opportunities at the Washington Monument, White House, and historic Capitol Hill.
Day 4: WASHINGTON DC–WILLIAMSPORT, PENNSYLVANIAPennsylvania’s Past & Present Journey further through Pennsylvania to Williamsport, a former leader in the lumber industry located at the foothills of the Allegheny Mountains and on the Susquehanna River. Today the lumber barons are long gone but their Victorian mansions still stand, and the town has traded lumber for America’s favorite pastime, baseball. (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
Williamsport was an important point in the Underground Railroad. In 1867, Frederick Douglass spoke to a crowd at The Doebler House, a hotel that possibly worked with the Underground Railroad, housing people as they moved north. The Freedom Road area offered caves in wooded areas, barns, secret hiding places, and the friends and family of Daniel Hughes discreetly provided shelter, food, and assistance to people traveling north to freedom.
Day 5: WILLIAMSPORT–NIAGARA FALLS, ONTARIOOnward to Canada! Travel through the rolling Appalachian Mountains and enter New York State. Visit the Corning Museum of Glass, the world’s most extensive collection of glass and a top school for glassblowing. Continue north and cross the border into Canada for magnificent Niagara Falls. Enjoy an included dinner this evening in Niagara Falls. (B,D)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
EPIC Mountains. This 2,200-mile-long mountain range spans 14 states and extends into Canada with sloping forests and natural beauty that touches all who visit. Here, the legendary Appalachian Trail is a mecca for the adventurous nature-lovers along the longest footpath in the U.S. Pass through this beautiful part of America on your way to cross the Canadian border to Niagara Falls.
Day 6: NIAGARA FALLS–TORONTOTaking the Plunge Board a Niagara Falls sightseeing cruise for a thrilling boat ride to view the thundering falls from river level. Later, drive around the “Golden Horseshoe” of Lake Ontario and through vineyards and rich farmlands to Toronto. Enjoy free time this evening to explore Toronto. Consider an optional excursion for dinner and memorable views at the top of the iconic CN Tower, one of the world's tallest free-standing structures. (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
The famous natural wonder of Niagara Falls consists of three massive waterfalls – American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and Horseshoe Falls – plummeting from the southern end of Niagara Gorge. Spanning the border between Canada’s Ontario and America’s New York State, the largest of the falls is Horseshoe Falls – also known as the Canadian Falls –which straddles the border of both countries. Take a thrilling sightseeing cruise on the waters below the thunderous cascades of Niagara Falls and feel the mist and magic of this stunning spectacle of nature.
Day 7: TORONTO–OTTAWA Oh, Canada! Take a sightseeing tour of Toronto with a Local Guide. View Toronto’s two city halls, the Ontario Legislative Building, The University of Toronto, and local neighborhoods, including Chinatown. Then, drive east to Canada’s capital, Ottawa. Located on the banks of the Ottawa River, Ottawa offers a unique blend of culture, history, and outdoor beauty. Enjoy free time this evening to explore the city at your own pace. Consider a visit to the ByWard Market, walk along the Rideau Canal, or dine at one of Ottawa’s many special restaurants. (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
Explore the sights of the capital of Ontario with a guided sightseeing tour of Toronto’s landmarks amid its soaring skyscrapers (all dwarfed by the iconic and stratospheric CN Tower). Located on the shore of Lake Ontario, Toronto offers an appealing variety of historic sites, including the St. Lawrence Market, a culinary and cultural hub.
Day 8: OTTAWAMint Condition Tour Ottawa with a Local Guide to see Canada’s capital city in-depth. Visit legendary landmarks including the residence of the Governor General, the hexagonal National Arts Centre, Parliament Hill, and the historic Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the oldest continuously operated canal system in North America. The remainder of the day is free. Consider lunch in Little Italy, a visit to the Royal Canadian Mint or explore the National Gallery of Canada. (B)
ENHANCED FREE TIME
Explore more with free time in Ottawa. Your Tour Director will have suggestions for additional sightseeing, shopping, and restaurant ideas.
Day 9: OTTAWA–MONTRÉALMagical Montréal Travel to Montréal to enjoy a sightseeing tour with a Local Guide. This evening is at leisure, perhaps stroll through the underground shopping area of Place Ville-Marie or visit historic Old Montréal. (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
Explore the cultural capital of Canada where the traditional Québécois style is celebrated along its cobblestone streets and grand buildings in European flair. Wander the historic streets of Montréal to see Notre Dame Basilica and Old Seminary of St. Sulpice and visit the Old Port of Montréal for delightful dining, entertainment, to try an urban zipline or watch the sunset from the Montréal Observation Wheel.
Day 10: MONTRÉAL–QUÉBEC CITYFrench-Canadian Treasures Travel east to Québec City and spend the next two nights in this romantic city located on the banks of the mighty St. Lawrence River. Until the British victory of 1759, Old Québec was the center of New France and today is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This evening, consider a night out for regional French cuisine with dinner in Old Town Québec. (B)
ENHANCED FREE TIME
Explore more with free time in Old Québec City. Your Tour Director has tips for a memorable time in Québec.
Day 11: QUÉBEC CITYSpend Your Day Your Way in Québec City This morning, discover the timeless charm of Québec City on a tour with a Local Guide. Wander through the streets of Old Québec, where centuries of history come to life amid elegant stone buildings, quaint cafés, and picturesque squares. Highlights include Place d’Armes, the beautifully restored Place Royale, and the historic Plains of Abraham, where pivotal events shaped the nation's story. Enjoy stunning views of the St. Lawrence River, grand architecture, and the unmistakable French flair that gives Québec City its unique character and enduring appeal.
Explore more of Québec City with your choice of included Globus Choice excursions.
The rest of the afternoon is yours to enjoy Québec City at a relaxed pace—browse charming boutiques, linger over coffee in a sidewalk café, or simply soak up the old-world atmosphere. Tonight, visit Montmorency Falls and continue to Île d’Orléans. Savor a dinner outing that pairs charming scenery with authentic local flavor for a memorable meal set inside a beautifully restored 17th-century flour mill. (B,D)
LOCAL FAVORITE
Step into Le Moulin de Saint-Laurent, where centuries of Québec history create a warm and memorable setting for dinner. Once a working flour mill serving the villagers of Île d’Orléans, this lovingly restored stone-and-wood-beamed restaurant offers an inviting taste of French-Canadian tradition, regional charm, and timeless hospitality.
Day 12: QUÉBEC CITY–FRANCONIA NOTCH STATE PARK, NEW HAMPSHIRE–BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS Treasures of New England Journey south to capture inspiring views of New England’s natural beauty traveling through Vermont and New Hampshire. Next, pass New Hampshire’s state capitol dome at Concord and continue to Boston. Enjoy an evening of independent exploration. (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
Drive through some of America’s most beautiful natural masterpieces in the Green Mountains of Northern Vermont. Here, the grandeur of mountain scenery and forest greenery are dotted with deep-blue lakes and panoramas for the perfect photo opportunities. Continue through New Hampshire to the majestic beauty of Franconia Notch State Park in the stunning White Mountains.
Day 13: BOSTONThe Freedom Trail This morning, discover the most prominent landmarks of the Freedom Trail on a city sightseeing tour. See Boston Common, the Old State House, Old North Church, and Faneuil Hall. The balance of the afternoon is at your leisure. Tonight, join your Tour Director and travel companions for a farewell dinner and end the evening with a Boston favorite, an authentic handmade [LF] Italian cannoli. (B,D)
LOCAL FAVORITE
Take a seat in Boston’s legendary North End for dinner and traditional Italian dessert. Indulge in authentic handmade cannoli, a Sicilian pastry filled with a sweet, creamy filling, often topped with chopped pistachios, candied fruit, or chocolate chips. Many Italian immigrants arrived in Boston in the late 19th and early 20th centuries seeking a new opportunity and settled in the North End, an affordable waterfront neighborhood close to the shipping, fishing, and construction jobs.
Day 14: BOSTONSafe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
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* This departure has been designated a guaranteed departure by the operator, meaning that the minimum number of guests has been met, although still subject to weather and other conditions.
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