New York, New York

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Radio City Music Hall

New York, New York

Often referred to as “The Big Apple”. This name came about in the 1920s after a reporter wrote about NYC referring to horse racers and the prizes or “big apples” to be won. This nickname didn’t catch on until 1971 after a successful ad campaign was run with the intention of attracting tourists. NYC consists of five boroughs and is the most densely populated city in the United States. A city of cultural, financial, and commercial wealth and diversity and the residence to iconic buildings such as the Empire State Building, Statue of Liberty, and One World Trade Center.

Established

1624

Population

8.399 Million

Please see a sample itinerary below. All itineraries are fully customizable.

Trip Inclusions

  • Visit and walking tour of Central Park

  • Walking Tour of Times Square, the Financial District and the Theatre District

  • Visits to Ground Zero, St. Paul’s Chapel, and the New York Stock Exchange

  • Visit to Little Italy and Chinatown

  • A-Z Travel Tour Manager

  • Private security upon request

  • Free chaperones based upon number of paying passengers

  • All taxes and fees for above listed inclusions

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Day 1

Morning – Group arrives in the “Big Apple” where you will meet your A-Z Tour Manager. Make your way to the hotel and store luggage. Walk a few blocks to Times Square, enjoy lunch on your own. After lunch your city walking tour begins. Enjoy the sites of the theatre district, Rockefeller Center, 5th Ave, and much more!

Afternoon – After lunch on your own, group will return to hotel to check in, freshen up and prepare for a night out!

Evening – Your Welcome dinner is served! You will continue on to 30 Rock for admission to Top of the Rock – take in the spectacular 360 degree views of NYC. Enjoy time in the city that never sleeps, be sure to visit the store that never sleeps, the Apple Store is open 24 hours! Girls, don’t forget FOREVER 21 – 4 stories high! Return to hotel, for a good night’s sleep.

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Day 2

Morning – Enjoy breakfast at the hotel then depart for a founding father’s Harlem home. “Alexander Hamilton created the tools for the success of the United States. From his humble beginnings as an orphan on the Caribbean island of Nevis, he became George Washington’s right-hand man. Come visit Hamilton Grange and find out more about this controversial founder and the country home that he built on his Harlem estate.”

Late Morning – Begin a guided tour of the world’s largest Cathedral, the fabulous Cathedral of Saint John the Divine!

Afternoon – Enjoy lunch on your own at one of the many food trucks New York has to offer. Group will make their way to the Metropolitan Museum of Art to explore the masterpieces within the walls.

Late Afternoon – embark on a guided tour of Central Park, where you will visit Calvert Vaux and Frederick Law Olmstead’s visionary masterpiece, including sites such as the Carousel, the Naumberg Bandshell, Bethesda Fountain, Strawberry Fields, the Delacourt Shakespearean Theatre, Belvedere’s Castle, and more!

Or – Time on your own.

Evening – Dinner is served at the famous Ellen’s Stardust Diner – The home of the singing waiters and some of the best Diner food in the country.” Make your way to Broadway! Enjoy the sights and sounds of the theater district.

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Day 3

Morning – You’ll enjoy breakfast then meet your tour guide in the lobby. Depart for Battery Park and enjoy the beauty and splendor of the New York City Skyline aboard the Statue of Liberty ferry. Tour the grounds of Liberty Island and take the perfect photo of Lady Liberty. Depending on availability, journey your way up to the Crown. Continue on to Ellis Island where you will have the opportunity to view genealogy records.

Afternoon – Enjoy lunch on your own in the cafeteria before returning to Battery Park. Make your way to the 9/11 Memorial Museum. Afterwards begin a walking as you make your way to the Financial District, including Wall Street, the NY Stock Exchange and Federal Hall.

Evening – – Your tour brings you to Little Italy where you will enjoy an authentic Italian dinner. Afterwards make your way to Chinatown for shopping and sightseeing.

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Day 4

Morning – After breakfast you will store your luggage, meet your tour guide and depart for the world-famous MOMA.

Afternoon – Enjoy lunch and time on your own before you begin your safe journey home.

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