Day 1: Travel to Scranton, PA
Board the coach and relax as we cross into the United States near Gananoque, with beautiful views of the Thousand Islands. Stop at the Salmon Run Mall in Watertown for lunch and time to shop before making our way to Scranton, Pennsylvania. Upon arrival, settle into your room, then get to know your fellow travellers during a cocktail reception and a relaxing dinner.
Stay: Hilton Hotel, Scranton PA (1 night)
Meals: D
Day 2: Welcome to the Big Apple
After an included breakfast, board the coach and depart for New York City. Feel the excitement and energy of Times Square as you explore this famous district. For lunch, walk a few blocks to Restaurant Row, this culinary destination offers something for everyone, and the way-finding kiosks located at the end of each block, have a full listing of restaurants. Don’t worry, your tour director can help point you in the right direction. After lunch, board the coach for a guided tour through the different neighbourhoods of New York City, including Central Park. Return to Times Square and check in to your centrally located hotel. Freshen up, rejoin the group, and walk to dinner.
Stay:
Marriot Marquis Times Square, Manhattan, New York City
(3 nights)
Meals:
B, D
Day 3: 9/11 Memorial & Museum and a Broadway Performance
After a restful evening, depart for the National September 11 Memorial & Museum. This commemorative location celebrates and honours the lives lost during both terrorist attacks (1993 and 2001) and educates people on the impact of terrorism. Pause at Memorial Plaza, a place for gathering, remembrance, and reflection before entering the 9/11 Museum. During the guided tour, learn from experts about what transpired that day and see artifacts recovered from Ground Zero. After lunch, meet at the One World Observatory
and ride the SkyPod elevators to the highest point in the city. Take in the New York skyline with 360 ° views and enjoy the many interactive displays showcasing New York from a different perspective. With a short time to freshen up, rejoin the group and walk to dinner and then to the theatre to enjoy a Broadway Musical (show to be determined).
Meals: B, D
Day 4: Radio City Music Hall, Free Afternoon, Rockettes Spectacular Christmas
New York City’s legendary Radio City Music Hall
is yours to discover during a guided backstage tour. Marvel at the beautiful Art Deco architecture as you learn the history of the near-century-year-old building. The rest of the afternoon, including lunch, is free for you to explore on your own. Late in the afternoon, rejoin the group to walk to Ellen’s Stardust Diner, a retro 1950s-inspired restaurant with a world-famous, singing, waitstaff. Then, walk to the theatre to experience New York City’s favourite Christmas tradition, the Rockettes Christmas Spectacular. This show is the perfect way to see Christmas magic come to life!
Meals: B, D
Day 5: The Journey Homeward
It’s time to say goodbye to the Big Apple. After breakfast at the hotel, depart from the city. During the journey home, read a book, watch a movie, or chat with your new friends. Enjoy a farewell dinner with fellow travellers and share your favourite memories and discoveries in New York City.
Meals: B, D
