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Philadelphia & New York City 2-Day Tour from Washington D.C.

By Jupiter Legend Corporation
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$1,103 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

See three of the East Coast’s biggest cities in two days on this small-group tour from Washington, D.C. Trace American history through Philadelphia, where the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall mark the birthplace of the nation, then head to New York for a guided run through the financial district, with Wall Street, the Charging Bull, Rockefeller Centre, and the neon of Times Square, followed by a night tour that shows the city lit up after dark. The next day is yours to explore at your own pace, with optional skyline views at One World Trade Centre, a Statue of Liberty cruise, and the aircraft-carrier museum of the U.S.S. Intrepid, plus the architectural Vessel and the floating Little Island park, before the return to Washington, D.C. A night’s hotel and return transport are included.

Activity location

  • Washington DC
    • Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 610 F St NW
    • 610 F Street Northwest
    • 20004, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Tour Only(DNY2-1ROOM)

  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English

Option includes: New York City Fortune Tour+Night view tour

Language options: English
Starting time: 7:30 AM
Price details
NZ$1,103.29 x 1 AdultNZ$1,103.29
Total
Price is NZ$1,103.29
Until Fri, 24 Jul

Tour w/Tickets(DNY2-1ROOM)

  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English

Option Includes: New York City Fortune Tour+Night view tour, One World Observatory, USS Intrepid and Liberty Cruise Tickets.

Language options: English
Starting time: 7:30 AM
Price details
NZ$1,428.60 x 1 AdultNZ$1,428.60
Total
Price is NZ$1,428.60
Until Fri, 24 Jul

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    1 nights Hotel
  • Inclusions
    Liberty Cruise&USS Intrepid(If price option selected)
  • Inclusions
    Professional Driver and Guide (or Driver-Guide)
  • Inclusions
    Service charge
  • Inclusions
    Fuel surcharge
  • Inclusions
    New York City Fortune Tour and Night view tour
  • Inclusions
    Professional transportations(Type of vehicle used based on the number of guests attending that day)
  • Inclusions
    One World Observatory(If price option selected)
  • Exclusions
    Any personal expenses that are not listed in Fee Included.
  • Exclusions
    Liberty Cruise&USS Intrepid(If price option not selected)
  • Exclusions
    One World Observatory(If price option not selected)
  • Exclusions
    Food and drink.
  • Exclusions
    Personal expensesand personal room fee and other expenses not listed in the Cost Includes.
  • Exclusions
    Optional admission fee (Tickets should be purchased from the tour guide).

Know before you book

    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Age and Safety: Customers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pregnant women may join if under 24 weeks by the trip's end.
    • Tickets and Charges: Pre-purchased tickets or city passes are not accepted. Buy ticket while booking or via the guide on the tour. Group reservations recommended.
    • Booster Seats: For state law, Children under the age of 6 require a booster seat in order to participate in the tour group. Please understand that the violations and fines are borne by the guests themselves. There is no need for a booster seat for bus travel on the day of travel.
    • Booking Guidelines For parties exceeding four guests or those requiring separate rooms, please create separate bookings. To stay together on the same bus, provide all confirmation numbers once your bookings are complete.
    • Leaving the Group: If leaving the group early, inform the tour guide and sign a departure form. No refunds for unused portions.
    • Gifts and Refunds: Gifts provided during the tour may change due to unforeseen factors like weather. Fees will not be refunded for changes.
    • Hotel Rooms: Accommodate 2-4 guests with either two Full/Double beds or one King/Queen bed (based on availability); deposits are processed via credit card. For groups over four or separate rooms, please book separately.
    • What to Bring: Comfortable shoes and clothes, sun hat, sunglasses, sun cream, cash, and drinks for hydration.
    • Parking: Parking is not available at the meeting point. Transport to and from the departure location is not included.
    • Pick-Up Location Policy：When booking, please select your pick-up hotel. If undecided, you may update your pick-up location later. However, you must contact us or update this information yourself at least 3 days before the tour date. Important: Failure to provide or update your pick-up location prior to the departure date may result in missing the tour. The company will not be responsible for missed tours, and any fees paid will not be refunded.
    • Booking Details: Ensure all booking details (name, contact, flight info) are accurate. Errors will result in personal costs. A reachable phone number is required for safety and communication.

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Washington D.C.--Philadelphia--New York

  • 9 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Hotel:Holiday Inn Newark International Airport or Similar

Washington DC (Pass by)

We set off from Washington, D.C. in the morning and drive north to Philadelphia, the “City of Brotherly Love,” tracing the road from the nation’s capital to the birthplace of American independence.

Independence National Historical Park

  • 30m
Step into what’s often called “the most historic square mile in America.” In a short visit you’ll see the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, and the historic buildings around Independence Square, with its milky-white clock tower and bronze statues of the founding heroes set across the lawns.

One World Observatory

  • 1h 10m
  • Admission ticket not included
If you’d like, ride to the top of One World Trade Centre, the “Freedom Tower.” At 1,776 feet, a nod to the year the Declaration of Independence was signed, it’s the tallest building in the United States, and its Discovery Level offers 360-degree views over the city, the rivers, and the harbour.

Wall Street

  • 4h
  • Admission ticket not included
New York City Fortune Tour and New York Twilight Tour: Continue into New York for a guided tour of the world’s financial capital, taking in the district’s landmarks by coach and on foot across four areas. You’ll pass the Canyon of Heroes and the historic Woolworth Building, then the heart of Wall Street at the New York Stock Exchange, Federal Hall, Trinity Church, and the famous Charging Bull. The route carries on to Rockefeller Centre and the Diamond District, finishing among the Plaza Hotel, Times Square, and the Nasdaq MarketSite. All sites are viewed from the outside. New York Twilight Tour: As night falls, the city takes on a different character. Start in Midtown at Rockefeller Centre, the Gothic St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and the luxury shopfronts of Fifth Avenue, then into Times Square for its full blaze of neon and hoardings. The day ends at the New Jersey Observation Deck, with sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline, the Statue of Liberty, and the Hudson River.

New York City (Pass by)

Fortune Tour, First Stop: Canyon of Heroes → Woolworth Building → 15 Park Row → The Porter Building → St. Paul’s Church → Telegraph Building

New York City (Pass by)

Second Stop: Equitable Building → Trinity Church → Bank of New York → Federal Hall → New York Stock Exchange → Trump Building → Deutsche Bank → Charging Bull → Customs House → Standard Oil Building → Cunard Line HQ

New York City (Pass by)

Third Stop: Pulitzer Fountain → Grand Army Plaza → Plaza Hotel

Rockefeller Center (Pass by)

Twilight Tour: Rockefeller Centre & St. Patrick’s Cathedral & Fifth Avenue → Times Square → New Jersey Observation Deck

New York City (Pass by)

Note: hotel in the Newark / New Jersey area (e.g., Holiday Inn Newark International Airport; Crowne Plaza Newark Airport; Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel; APA Hotel Woodbridge; Crowne Plaza Edison; Embassy Suites by Hilton Piscataway Somerset; or similar).

Day 2: New York City -- Washington D.C.

  • 6 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included

New York City (Pass by)

Today we continue to explore the fashion capital of New York. The first stop is the World Trade Centre Observation Deck, where you can have a bird’s eye view of New York City. Then take the Statue of Liberty cruise around the island to see the statue of freedom in all directions. Then we came to New York Internet celebrity Big Pinecone, which is like the crown jewel of Hudson Yards. Finally, we will check out New York’s new internet celebrity landmark, the Suspended Park. Then we ended our trip to New York and returned to Washington, DC. Itinerary： One World Trade Centre Observatory (Optional, 70 mins) → Liberty Cruise (Optional, 60 mins) → U.S.S. Intrepid (Optional, 75 mins) → Hudson Yards - Vessel (Outside visit, 20 mins) → Little Island (25 mins) → Washington d.c.

Statue of Liberty

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Liberty Cruise (Optional, 60 mins): Start the day on the water with an optional harbour cruise. You’ll see the Statue of Liberty up close from the boat, along with skyline views of Manhattan and both banks of the Hudson that are hard to capture from land.

Uss Intrepid

  • 1h 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
U.S.S. Intrepid (Optional, 75 mins): Step aboard the U.S.S. Intrepid, a legendary World War II aircraft carrier turned museum. Explore vintage military jets, a submarine, and hands-on exhibits that bring the lives of those who served vividly to life. The scale of the ship alone is worth the visit.

Hudson Yards

  • 20m
Even without climbing it, the Vessel at Hudson Yards is a striking sight, a honeycomb of interlocking staircases that New Yorkers nicknamed the “big pine cone.” Walking around the base gives a real sense of its scale and design.

Little Island

  • 25m
Just along the waterfront is Little Island, New York’s newest park, floating above the Hudson on sculptural concrete “tulips.” Its winding paths and lush greenery make a refreshing contrast to the city streets and a unique view of the river.

Washington DC (Pass by)

From there it’s the drive back to Washington, D.C., wrapping up two days across three of the East Coast’s defining cities.

Location

Activity location

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    Washington DC
    • Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    610 F St NW
    • 610 F Street Northwest
    • 20004, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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    SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gaithersburg
    • 9715 Washingtonian Boulevard
    • 20878, Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States
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    7787 Leesburg Pike
    • 7787 Leesburg Pike
    • 22043, Falls Church, Virginia, United States

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