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American Dreams
16 DAYS /15 NIGHTS

ITINERARY

DAY 01: ARRIVAL AT NEW YORK

Welcome to the “Big Apple,” the “City That Never Sleeps,” the “most popular city in the United States”. New York is a city of superlatives: America’s biggest; most exciting; business and cultural capital; the nation’s trendsetter. For more than a century, it has been one of the world’s major centers of commerce and finance. Situated on one of the world’s largest natural harbors, New York City is divided into five administrative boroughs, each of which is a separate county of the State of New York. The five boroughs – Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, The Bronx, and Staten Island – were consolidated into a single city in 1898. Upon arrival at the airport, you will be transferred to the hotel.

Overnight at New York.

person taking photo of Statue of Liberty

DAY 02: NEW YORK CITY TOUR

After breakfast, we proceed for a city tour of New York. The sightseeing will include USA’s famous landmark, the Statue of Liberty.  We will take a ferry ride to Liberty Island for a

spectacular view of the New York City’s skyline. At this stop, you have an up-close view of the Statue of Liberty with a non-stop, one-hour boat cruise that not only circles Lady Liberty but has additional views of the Brooklyn Bridge and Manhattan’s skyline. You can take beautiful pictures of New York’s most famous tourist attraction. Next, we experience the view of a lifetime from One World Observatory deck; visit the 102nd floor main observatory of the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere. The observatory deck gives you a breathtaking 360-degree views of New York City. From this elevated point, you can see Manhattan’s over 500 skyscrapers, countless bridges, famous rivers, and aerial views of NYC streets. Next, we visit the 9/11 memorials at the New World Trade Center. Tourists have an opportunity to view the fountain memorials. Each memorial remembers the victims of the September 11th terrorist attacks. Also, tourist can roam the grounds and view the beautiful Oculus Transportation Hub, along with the sentimental items displayed throughout the site. Later in the day, we drive through Rockefeller Center, Central Park, Trump Tower, Empire State Building, financial district. Times Square stop serves as a great picture stop opportunity. Featured in array of movies, TV shows, commercials, and news broadcast, Times Square is considered the New York’s most popular tourist area. Known for its Broadway shows, New Year’s Eve Celebration, Famous Red Staircase and constant activity, Times Square is always on top of the “MUST SEE” list.

DAY 03: NEW YORK- WASHINGTON

Today we depart to Washington DC (surface transfer not included), capital of the United States and a compact city on the Potomac River, bordering the states of Maryland and Virginia. It’s defined by imposing neoclassical monuments and buildings – including the iconic ones that house the federal government’s 3 branches: The Capitol, White House, and Supreme Court. It’s also home to iconic museums and performing-arts venues such as the Kennedy Center. The city attracts almost twenty million visitors each year.  After checking at the hotel, spend some time at leisure.

DAY 04: WASHINGTON CITY TOUR 

After breakfast, you will explore the capital city of U.S. Experience the sights and sounds of Washington, D.C. in one day on this walking and riding sightseeing (hop on and hop off) tour around the nation’s capital. Visit the city’s historic, iconic landmarks and monuments like the White House, the United States Capitol, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and the Lincoln Memorial. The White House is the official residence and workplace of the president of the United States. It is located at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW in Washington, D.C. and has been the residence of every U.S. president since John Adams in 1800. See and learn about the memorials of famous American leaders who helped shape the United States, like Abraham Lincoln, Thomas Jefferson, and Martin Luther King, Jr., to name a few.

Overnight in Washington, D.C.

DAY 05: WASHINGTON – BUFFALO – USA SIDE NIAGARA FALLS

Fly to Buffalo on own in the morning & transfer to Niagara, the town of the world-famous falls which forms one of the natural wonders of the world. Check in at the hotel and proceed to board the famous boat Maid of the Mist which takes us close to the thundering falls and around the American and Horseshoe Falls (seasonal). A favorite Niagara Falls State Park attraction for more than 150 years, the Maid of the Mist journey begins at the Observation Tower, where guests are given a souvenir rain poncho to wear and board the double-deck Maid of the Mist tour boat. From there, the boat ferries past the base of the American Falls, and onto the basin of Horseshoe Falls–the dramatic passage leading you through the roiling waterfall whitewater and massive rock formations. The Maid of the Mist returns guests to shore with newfound appreciation of the power and grandeur of Niagara Falls. Return to the hotel to freshen up after your damp ride and then you can also visit the falls on own at night to see them lit up beautifully.

Overnight in Niagara.

DAY 06: BUFFALO – ORLANDO

Welcome to Orlando. Orlando is the sixth largest city of Florida and is also known to be its largest inland city. The presence of Disney World theme park has made this city a well-known vacation spot. Another major attraction is Universal Orlando, offers Universal Studios and Universal’s Islands of Adventure, with the Wizarding World of Harry Potter straddling both parks. This city is said to attract more than 60 million tourists every year, who come for the warm climate, the world-famous theme parks, the shopping malls, the golf courses and the nightlife. Upon arrival transfer to your Orlando hotel.

DAY 07: ORLANDO – WALT DISNEY MAGIC KINGDOM

Today you will visit the Magic Kingdom, which covers 107 acres, opened on October 1, 1971. It’s been dubbed “The Most Magical Place on Earth” and is home to seven themed lands, and dozens of attractions that appeal to all ages. It is the place where storybook fantasy is everyday reality, and Disney classics are brought to life from the moment you step onto Main Street USA, you are transported to a place where the cares of the outside world seem to magically melt away.

DAY 08: ORLANDO – EPCOT

Optional: Begin your day at the Epcot center where you can touch the future and travel the world with an amazing array of attractions and live performances. Epcot is a theme park at the Walt Disney World Resort in Bay Lake, Florida. It is owned and operated by The Walt Disney Company through its parks. One of 4 theme parks at Walt Disney World Resort, Epcot theme park sprawls across 300 acres, it is twice the size of Magic Kingdom and is divided into Future. World and World Showcase. Here, creativity is encouraged, imagination is celebrated, and countries are united. Be amazed, inspired, enlightened, and entertained.

DAY 09: ORLANDO – SEAWORLD

After breakfast, you will visit the world’s largest marine park, Sea World. Here you shall discover many attractions. We dare you to take a one-of-a kind water coaster thrill ride through the mysterious lost city of Atlantis. Soar through danger on a jet copter ride to the Wild Arctic. At Sea World, touch, feed or get face to face with awesome and amazing wild animals and get in on all the action that draws you back again and again! Your visit to Sea World isn’t just a chance to feel connected to the ocean and its creatures, it’s a way to be part of our mission. Each ticket, each visit, each experience at the parks help fund wildlife rescue and rehabilitation efforts, habitat protections, and ocean health initiatives.

DAY 10: ORLANDO – SAN FRANCISCO

Fly to San Francisco (flight not included), which is one of the few North American cities to achieve the legendary status of such places as Paris or London. The city’s well-known hills offer stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and San Francisco Bay, and feature a wide array of shops, restaurants, and cosmopolitan nightlife. In addition to its diversity and charm, San Francisco is a gateway to Silicon Valley, America’s premier high-technology center. Upon Arrival, check in at the hotel.

DAY 11: SAN FRANCISCO CITY TOUR

Today we proceed on a sightseeing tour of San Francisco. Explore San Francisco at your own pace! Start your day experiencing all of the famous San Francisco attractions and landmarks from an open-top double decker bus! Learn about the city’s fascinating history from live guides or your own audio headset. The hop-on, hop-off tour allows you to jump off at 20 different stops which interest you most. Sites include: Chinatown, Fisherman’s Wharf, Golden Gate Park, City Hall, Golden Gate Bridge. Next join a 1 hour sailing cruise on the San Francisco Bay as you enjoy the city skyline, views of Alcatraz Island and sail under the Golden Gate Bridge. On the Golden Gate Bay Cruise, you’ll discover the city’s colorful history and world famous landmarks with personal headphone audio in 16 languages. During the Golden Gate Bay Cruise, you may also experience up-close wildlife encounters including seagulls, pelicans, and sea lions. At times, you may see even harbor porpoises and whales, so be alert!

Golden Gate Bridge during daytime

DAY 12: SAN FRANCISCO – LAS VEGAS

Depart in the morning for your flight to Las Vegas on own. On arrival, transfer to your hotel. In the evening, cruise the Las Vegas Strip in an open-top bus to see top Las Vegas sights lit by dazzling neon lights. This evening bus tour covers key areas in downtown and the Strip; it’s a great way to get your bearings in Las Vegas. It includes a guided walking tour of down Fremont Street, one of the city’s most historic areas. Experience spectacular Colorful Dancing Water Fountain of the Bellagio, the Pirate Ships at Treasure Island, Stratosphere Tower, Downtown Vegas, and of course Fremont street, where over 12 million lights create a free show with pumping music.

DAY 13: GRAND CANYON (OPTIONAL)

Optional: Spend the day at leisure or take the Grand Canyon Bus Tour or Air (optional). Relax and spend time in the beautiful surroundings of Eagle and Guano Point. Feel free to hike the trail at Guano Point leading to the highest point where the scenic vantage offers a majestic view of the Colorado River, or just simply relax and enjoy the peacefulness that the Grand Canyon West Rim has to offer. Don’t forget the new wonder of the West, the Skywalk. Experience the majestic wonders of the Grand Canyon West while standing on the glass bridge, the Skywalk. The Skywalk is a u-shaped glass bridge that extends 70 feet beyond the rim of the Grand Canyon, giving visitors a full View of the 3,200 foot drop in to the Colorado River on the canyon floor. In the evening, take the Las Vegas Night Flight (optional), a helicopter ride over dazzling night time Vegas, take in a fabulous show or visit any of the free shows such as the Sirens of Treasure Island and much more.

bird eye view of Grand Canyon during daytime

DAY 14: LAS VEGAS – LOS ANGELESS

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and then depart to Los Angeles. LA is a sprawling Southern California city and the center of the nation’s film and television industry. Near its iconic Hollywood sign, studios such as Paramount Pictures, Universal and Warner Brothers offer behind-the-scenes tours. Later, enjoy a city tour of Los Angeles. We will drive you through the “Entertainment Capital of the World”, Hollywood, Hollywood Walk of Fame, Beverly Hills, Grumman Chinese Theater, Sunset Strip, Rodeo Drive for the world’s most expensive shopping and Chinatown for some good bargains. Grauman’s Chinese Theatre (TCL Chinese Theatre) has hosted some of the most exclusive movie premieres in Hollywood history.

DAY 15: LOS ANGELESS – UNIVERSAL STUDIONS

Get ready for the Ultimate Hollywood Movie Experience. Join us for a tour of Universal Studios which has always been known for its innovative rides and attractions. The studio is designed to let visitors experience movies like never-before. Go behind-the-scenes on the world-famous Studio Tour to explore real film sets where Hollywood movies are made. From magical spells to magical creatures, from dark villains to daring heroes, it’s all here at the world famous studio. A trip to Universal is like a trip into the heart of Hollywood. With films and TV shows always in production, one never knows who they might see wandering the sidewalks of the park.

DAY 16: DEPARTURE FROM LOS ANGELESS

After breakfast, spend some time at leisure; proceed to the airport to board your flight for next destination.

Have a happy & safe flight!

 

 

 

 

 

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people walking on the street near the beach during daytime

  

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