Overview
Join NYC to Miami trip of a lifetime, filled with incredible sights and stops. On the way, visit Philadelphia, the Great Smoky Mountains, Nashville, and Orlando. See the seats of power of the US Government in Washington, D.C. Get a hands-on taste of Southern charm in the American south, from the vibrant atmosphere in New Orleans’ French Quarter, to visiting Graceland in Memphis and dipping your toes in the crystal clear and warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico.
Itinerary
Day 1
Boston Arrival
- Arrive in Boston and transfer to your hotel.
- Enjoy a walking tour along the Freedom Trail and the cobblestone streets of Beacon Hill, steeped in history, which contains one of the city’s most beautiful neighborhoods.
- Overnight in Boston.
Day 2
Boston - New York
- Depart Boston to New York.
- Visit 6 famous New York attractions
– Empire State Building Observatory
– American Museum of Natural History & Rose Center
– Guggenheim Museum
– Museum of Modern Art:
– The Metropolitan Museum of Art and The Cloisters
– Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises: one 2-Hour Harbor or Harbor Lights Cruise, or 75 minute Liberty Cruise available May 1 – Oct 31, or The Beast Speed Boat, or Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island (priority entry at security check-in; general admission to both Liberty Island and Ellis Island Immigration Museum) - Overnight in New York
Day 3
New York - Niagara Falls
- Begin arriving at Niagara Falls, where you will be amazed at this natural wonder.
- Take an optional tour on the renowned Maid of the Mist boat ride at the base of the Falls.
- Stroll along Table Rock, see the unique Floral Clock and view the thundering water of the Horseshoe Falls.
Day 4
Niagara Falls - Gettysburg - Amish Country
- Today ride through the rolling farmland of upstate New York, known as the Finger Lakes Region, and enter the Keystone State of Pennsylvania.
- This afternoon, visit the historic Gettysburg Civil War National Battleground, site of the largest battle ever fought on American soil. This is the place where President Lincoln gave his famous address in 1863.
- Travel along the Susquehanna River to Amish Country.
Day 5
Amish Country - Washington D.C.
- Travel through rural countryside to Pennsylvania Dutch Country.
- Visit an Amish Museum and see their 300-year-old tradition of simple living (admission included). The Amish people live in a world that stopped in the mid-1850s. They use no electricity, mechanical devices, or modern equipment.
- In the afternoon, continue to the nation’s capital, Washington, D.C.
Day 6
Washington D.C.
- Enjoy a city tour with such highlights as the U.S. Capitol Building, Supreme Court, Library of Congress, the F.B.I. Building, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, the White House and Arlington National Cemetery, site of the JFK Memorial.
- Spend the remainder of the day exploring some of the many museums comprising the Smithsonian Institute or simply walk the banks of the Potomac River.
Day 7
Washington D.C. - Williamsburg - Roanoke
- Depart this morning for Williamsburg, Virginia’s colonial capital.
- Walk along the Duke of Gloucester Street to visit some of the impressive public buildings, colonial houses and the college of William and Mary (admissions not included).
Day 8
Roanoke - Blue Ridge Parkway/Mountains - Great Smoky Mountains - Gatlinburg
Travel along portions of the Blue Ridge Parkway/Mountains before entering the breathtaking scenery of the Great Smoky Mountains and National Park, before arriving in Gatlinburg in the afternoon and explore some of the unique restaurants on main-street, during this evening leisure time.
Day 9
Gatlinburg - Great Smoky Mountains - Nashville
Continue today through Knoxville, the state’s third largest city before you arrive in the early afternoon in Music City USA, Nashville.
Day 10
Nashville - Memphis
- Travel across the countryside and arrive in Memphis, the city known for blues music, cotton and home of Sun Records.
- Take a city tour including Beale Street, the heart of the blues music scene.
- This afternoon, fans of “The King of Rock and Roll” have the opportunity to tour Graceland, former home of Elvis Presley (optional).
Day 11
Memphis - Jackson - New Orleans
- Today’s tour takes you to Mississippi, the Magnolia State.
- Pass through Jackson, the state capital, and continue to Louisiana and New Orleans, the home of the infamous Mardi Gras celebrations.
- Tonight, immerse yourself in Creole culture on board an authentic Mississippi Riverboat dinner cruise and enjoy the rhythms of a Dixieland jazz band (optional).
Day 12
New Orleans
- A full day at leisure to take in the French flavor and grandeur of New Orleans.
- Explore the French Quarter with its trademark wrought iron balconies overlooking the narrow, cobblestone streets.
- Stand atop one of the infamous New Orleans levees and gain the perspective of how these unique feats of architecture guard the city.
Day 13
New Orleans - Gulf of Mexico - Pensacola
- Travel along the Mississippi Gulf Coast through Mobile, AL to the city of Pensacola.
- Visit one of the top 10 rose gardens in America at the Bellingrath Home.
- Visit Pensacola Beach, walk along side the swaying sea oats, dipping your toes in the warm waters of the emerald green Gulf of Mexico.
Day 14
Pensacola - Orlando
- Travel along the Florida panhandle to Ocala, known for thoroughbred horse ranches.
- Continue through central Florida, heart of America’s citrus industry, and on to Orlando, America’s family playground.
Day 15
Orlando
Day at leisure. Revitalize by the pool or visit one of Orlando’s attractions, such as Disney World, Sea World, or Universal Studios (admissions not included).
Day 16
Orlando - Kennedy Space Center - Miami
- Visit Kennedy Space Center, home of America’s space program.
- Continue to the cultural melting pot of vibrant Miami Beach.
Day 17
Miami
Transfer to the airport for your return flight.
Included service
- A fully customized itinerary based on your interests and schedule
- 24/7 in-destination support from our local office
- All accommodation stays, tours and transfers for scheduled activities are covered, unless otherwise listed in the itinerary
- A private driver for tours and transfers (in some countries our local private guides also act as your driver)
- Local private guides or shared tours that take you through your itinerary highlights and experiences, your final itinerary will confirm the type of tour
- One suitcase and one carry-on per person for trip transfers
Excluded service
- Your international airfare – please do let your expert know if you’d like to receive pricing from our Air Team
- Travel insurance, which we offer and can be purchased after you’ve booked your tour
- Visas (unless noted)
- Tips for services and experiences
- Lunches, dinners and drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), unless specified in the itinerary
- Excess baggage charges, and where applicable, baggage not included in your fare
- Personal charges such as laundry, phone calls, SIM cards or room service
- Early check-in or late check-out from hotels (unless otherwise specified)
- Additional sightseeing, activities and experiences outside of your itinerary
- Optional enhancements like room or flight upgrades, or local camera or video fees
- Passport fees, immunization costs, and local departure taxes (when applicable)
Children Policy
- Infant below 2 years old sharing same room with parents is charged for 30%.
- Child from 2 to under 12 years old sharing same room with parents is charged for 75%.
- Child from 12 years old is charged for 100%.
Notes
- Choose from a range of places to stay, from impeccable five-star hotels to equally outstanding boutique ones.
- Tailor your trip to include a wide variety of activities, from the must-see’s to the lesser-known, local experiences, and even the exclusive ones you may not know about.
- With no fixed dates or set schedules, you can explore on your terms.
- Whether you’re celebrating one of life’s big moments or looking to fulfill a personal journey, we always work with you to ensure we’re creating a trip-of-a-lifetime.
Policies
Confirmation
– Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a receipt of booking by email. Within 36 hours of submitting your reservation you will receive a confirmation email confirming the booking status. Please do not book any airline tickets until you receive the status of your booking.
Redemption
– You will receive an confirmation email (e-ticket) after your order was received. Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Email (e-ticket). When you reserve your attractions and services you will be asked to print e-tickets to present when you arrive at your destination. You must print the e-tickets and take them along on your trip; they are your proof of purchase.
Terms & Condition
– All purchases are subject to re-confirmation within 2-3 business days after booking, please do not book the airline tickets until your received the confirmation.
– Cancellation and Refund policy (Notification day and departure day are not counted):
+ All purchases are subject to re-confirmation within one business day after purchase, customers will be fully refunded if the orders cannot be confirmed.
+ Cancellations received 14 or more days prior to departure – 50% of total purchase amount.
+ Cancellations received within 14 days of departure will incur a penalty of 100% per person.
– Unused features are non-refundable. No shows forfeit entire payment.
– The refund amount will be credited directly to your AHL Tours wallet as credits for future use. Or the refund can also be forwarded directly to your credit card with a 6% handling fee.
– Prices may vary subject to availability/season/weekend/holiday.
– We reserve right to cancel a schedule to fully refund affected customers although we will make every effort to maintain the regular operation.
– We reserve the right to modify the tour arrangements for smooth operation of the tour.
