7 Days | Discover the history and natural wonders of the East Coast
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![Watkins Glen State Park waterfall canyon in Finger Lakes, New York, USA](/v3/assets/blt0de87ff52d9c34a8/blt4306d5cdee92e6d6/64074de9af573c75d4b050c7/USA-NY-Watkins-Glen-State-Park-1100x735.jpg?branch=prd&width=75&quality=35&blur=1&format=pjpg&auto=webp)
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![Independence Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA](/v3/assets/blt0de87ff52d9c34a8/blt6ac015785de9b3af/64074deca706d90201f39096/USA-Pennsylvania-Philadelphia-Independence-Hall-1100x735.jpg?branch=prd&width=75&quality=35&blur=1&format=pjpg&auto=webp)
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From the excitement of New York City to the scenic streets of Philadelphia and on to Washington DC, home to famous museums and monuments such as the National Air and Space Museum, United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, National Museum of Natural History and the White House, and Capitol Building, this trip has it all. See another side of life when you visit an Amish farm in Pennsylvania, then cap off your trip with the famous Maid of the Mist boat tour at Niagara Falls before you return to New York City. Add comfortable camping accommodation and you’ve got the perfect East Coast adventure.
Trip overview
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- Start
- Jersey City, United States
- Finish
- Jersey City, United States
- Theme
- 18 to 35s
- Destinations
- United States
- Physical rating
- Indicates how physically exerting a trip is, and how fit you will need to be to enjoy it. More info on physical ratings
- Style
- Basix
- Ages
- Min 18 - Max 35
- Group size
- Min 1 - Max 12
- Trip code
- STRE
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- Wandering and photographing the celebrated urban park and aerial greenway in New York City along the Highline Trail.
- Explore the streets of Philadelphia and admire the scenic car-free boulevards, the historic Liberty Bell, and Independence Hall.
- See another side of life when you visit an Amish farm in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and learn about their customs and traditions.
- Get wet on the famous Maid of the Mist boat tour as you marvel at the power and beauty of Niagara Falls.
- Hike the three-mile round trip gorge trail at Watkins Glen State Park, which passes by, over and under 19 picturesque waterfalls.
- This trip includes time spent travelling in a private vehicle with your group. Extra space can be tight, and conditions may feel a little cramped. It’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers. Please read the itinerary carefully for travel time estimates.
- This trip involves either a partial or full camping experience, giving you access to more remote destinations at close proximity, and the joy of camping under the night skies and beside a campfire. This is a participatory trip – a fancy way of saying you’re not just along for the ride, but you are part of a team! Be prepared to roll up your sleeves and help out with camp activities like food prep and washing up. It’s all about giving your new travel mates a hand, and everyone knows there’s nothing worse than trying to put up a tent on your own!
- That teamwork also extends to our optional food kitty of approximately USD 15 per day, run to cover the cost of meals. This kitty saves you worrying about stuff like where to get food or what exactly sales tax is and helps keep your costs down. Instead of paying individually as you go, it means we can bulk purchase items and cook our own food – though there’s always the chance to use it for the occasional pizza night! The kitty is optional and for your convenience, so if you've got specific dietary requirements you can opt out and purchase (and cook) your own food.
- Ensure you bring sturdy walking shoes and comfortable clothes. To make the most of the trip, it's best if you have at least a moderate level of fitness.
Itinerary
Inclusions
Private Van
Camping (with facilities) (6 nights)
- New York City - Greenwich Village & The Highline Leader-led Walk
- Philadelphia - Reading Terminal Market
- Washington DC - Leader-led walking tour
- Lancaster - Amish Buggy Ride
- Lancaster - Working Dairy Farm Visit
- Niagara Falls - Maid of the Mist Boat Tour
- Finger Lakes - Watkins Glen Gorge Hike
- Washington, D.C - Philadelphia - City Highlights Tour - Free
- Washington DC - National Museum of Crime and Punishment - Free
- Washington DC - National Museum of American History - Free
- Arlington - National Cemetery DC - Free
- Washington DC - National Museum of Natural History - Free
- Washington DC - National Gallery of Art - Free
- Washington DC - International Spy Museum - USD21
- Washington DC - Bike and Roll Tour - USD45
- Washington DC - National Archives - Free
- Washington DC - National Air & Space Museum - Free
- Lancaster - Shady Maple Smorgasbord Dinner - USD25
Dates and availability
Important notes
1. Your adventure begins promptly at 10am on Day 1 at Grove Street Station in Jersey City, and finishes on arrival in Jersey City at approximately 5pm on Day 7.
2. As this is a camping trip please bring with you a sleeping bag, pillow and towel.
3. Please note that the legal drinking age in the US is 21 and in some parts of Canada it's 19.
4. Tipping your Leader: While it may not be customary in your home country, tipping it is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry in North America. As a guideline, US$10-20 per person per day can be used. Of course you are free to tip more or less as you see fit, depending on your perception of service quality and the length and involvement of your leader on your trip. Tipping is always appreciated.
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