12-Day New York to Hershey, Pittsburgh, Virginia, Cincinnati, Nashville, Memphis, New Orleans, Atlanta and Charleston Christmas Vacation Tour (Free Airport Pickup)
Tour Code: GOL-NYC-664A
Duration: 12 Day(s) / 11 Night(s)
Tour Guide: Chinese, English
Quality: Budget
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Experience: UNESCO, Family
Extra (Excluded): Wifi, Meal etc...
Tour Guide:Chinese, English
[History Tracking] Traveled 3,200 miles of the eastern United States in 12 days, connected 15 states in the eastern United States, checked in at the state capitals of 14 states + the U.S. Capitol, and received a full version of the commemorative certificate!
[River Movement] Unlock the three birthplaces of music: Memphis, Nashville and New Orleans, and immerse yourself in the classic charm of American country music, jazz and blues!
[Historic City] Visit Pittsburgh, the steel capital of the United States, learn about Cincinnati, known as the ‘Queen of the West’ from multiple angles, explore Atlanta, the ‘Capital of the New South’, and enter the beautiful resort town of Charleston.
[Manor Exploration] Step onto the Oak Moss Avenue of Boone Hall Plantation to learn about the history of southern plantations; visit Richmond Maymond Manor, wander through the Victorian gardens, and trace the beauty of the past.
[Special Arrangement] Stay in New Orleans for two consecutive nights, slow down and liberate your soul, feel the carnival atmosphere of music, lights and parties, and fully explore the casual charm of this city!
Surprise benefits for Christmas parent-child family outing: [Teenagers and children aged 18 and under are free to join the tour]
Note: The age of the teenagers and children accompanying the group must be 18 years old and below. The price for children is only applicable to the third and fourth people in the same room. The first two people in the same room will be charged the same price as two people sharing the room.
- Breakfasts.
Itinerary
Airport(JFK/LGA) Pick-up Information:
1. The first day of your tour from 8:30 to 24:00 (Please be noticed the listed time refers to the meeting time with our staff after claiming your baggage.); we provide complimentary airport pick-up at two major airports of New York on the first day of your tour: John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
2. Arrival procedure for domestic flight: Arrival→Baggage Claim area→Meet tour guide→Tour guide will arrange shuttle bus service.
3. Arrival procedure for international flight: Arrival→Go through immigration→Baggage Claim Area→Go through Custom→Meet tour guide→Tour guide will arrange shuttle bus service.
4. If customers arrived outside of the complimentary airport pickup hours, we can arrange 24 hours airport pick-up service for $160 (include 1st and 2nd persons, $10 for each additional person).
5. For those who do not require airport pick-up service on the first day, shuttle service will be provided at the following pick-up locations (please register when booking the tour):
- 9:30 – 17:00 arrive at Flushing: 37-20 Prince St Flushing Suite 2E Flushing NY 11354
The first-day itinerary is for your reference only; the schedule is subject to change upon your arrival.
Free airport pick-up service is included on the first day of your tour (excluding service fee $12/person).
Thanks for choosing your vacation with us! You can choose any one of the major airports in New York City (JFK, LGA) when you book your flight. Our professional tour guide will meet you at the baggage claim area for the domestic flight; for an international flight, please arrive at the Passenger Waiting Area for pick up. (Passengers, who arrive at Terminal 7of JFK Airport, please wait outside of the baggage claim area.)
New York Morning Tour
• For guests who can meet tour guide with claimed baggage before 9:00am at JFK/LGA airport.
• Itinerary: New York City Hall & Brooklyn Bridge (80 mins) → Lunch (45 mins, at your own expense) → New York Chinatown & Little Italy & Manhattan Bridge (60 mins) → SoHo (30 mins)
Note: Minimum of two people to be operated, and seats are guaranteed for guests who book in advance. It will be subject to whether there are vacancies in the car if guests make a reservation during the tour.
New York Night Tour
• All guests who can meet tour guide with claimed baggage before 4:30PM can join our tailored night tour to experience the charm of “the city that never sleeps”!
• Itinerary: Times Square & Broadway (45 mins) → Rockefeller Center & Fifth Avenue & St. Patrick's Cathedral (40 mins) → Manhattan Night View: Long Island City (30 mins)
Note: Minimum of two people to be operated, and seats are guaranteed for guests who book in advance. It will be subject to whether there are vacancies in the car if guests make a reservation during the tour.
Hotel: Hyatt Place Flushing/LaGuardia Airport OR Similar.
Attractions
Bounded by the Hudson and Harlem Rivers, the Manhattan is a densely populated New York neighborhood. It houses the famous Broadway shows, the Empire State Building, and Times Square – the crossroads of the world. Manhattan Morning Tour explores the top-notch charms of Manhattan is a less densely crowded period of the day. Visitors will discover the famous sites and the authentic core spirit of this bustling old town.
New York is a really beautiful city, it becomes even more lively and beautiful in during the night. It is always recommended to go for a night tour of New York City as it is really exciting.
Today we set off from New York to Hershey’s Chocolate World, the largest chocolate and chocolate-based confectionery manufacturer in North America. The Hershey Chocolate Factory has now developed into a unique town. When you come here, you truly enter the world of chocolate. Even the street lights are shaped like chocolate. You will experience the magic and sweetness of the chocolate world here. At the same time, you can also visit the chocolate production process. After lunch, drive to Harrisburg, the capital of Pennsylvania. Nestled in the fertile Hana Valley, Harrisburg has played a key role in American history - both as a major link in rail and water transportation and as the site of major Civil War battles. Visit the elegant and retro Pennsylvania State Capitol Building in downtown Harrisburg. The entire building is based on Beaux Arts style and is decorated with Neo-Renaissance style throughout. After the trip, head to your hotel in Pittsburgh to check in and rest.
Itinerary:
New York → Hershey's Chocolate World DIY Chocolate（Optional，60mins）→ Harrisburg → Pennsylvania State Capitol（Outside visit，30mins）→ Pittsburgh
Hotel: Comfort Inn OR Similar.
Attractions
Harris Burg is the capital of Pennsylvania (USA). The city has the population of 49,673 and is considered the tenth largest city of Pennsylvania. It is also known as the dauphin country’s county seat.
Hershey’s Chocolate World is located in the chocolate town of Pennsylvania. It is actually the name given to eight different visitor centers which got started in Hershey.
The state of America located in the middle of Atlantic Ocean and Northern Region is known as Pennsylvania. The Mountain Ranges of this place are quite famous in the world.
After breakfast at the hotel, we will start a city tour of Pittsburgh. Take the characteristic incline train up the Duquesne Incline for a panoramic view of the "Steel Capital of the World" city. Then go to Pittsburgh City Center Park, the triangle area where three rivers meet in the city center, and immerse yourself in Pittsburgh's leisurely and comfortable urban rhythm. After lunch, we will continue to Columbus, the capital of Ohio. Here, you will see the Ohio State Capitol, one of the oldest capitol buildings in the United States; you can also choose to participate in the Cincinnati City Night Tour at your own expense. At night, Cincinnati is filled with light, as if the city is dressed in a gorgeous evening dress, waiting for you to discover. Overnight in Cincinnati.
Itinerary:
Pittsburgh → Duquesne Incline (Optional, 30mins) → Point State Park (30mins) → Columbus → Ohio State Capitol (Outside visit, 30mins) → Cincinnati → Cincinnati City View Night Tour: Devo Park + Riverside Park (Optional, 90mins)
Hotel: Comfort Inn OR Similar.
Attractions
It is a park spreading across 36 acres and is located in the Allegheny County (Pennsylvania, USA). The park is precisely located at the spot where the Ohio River gets formed after the meeting of Monongahela and Allegheny rivers.
The Duquesne Incline is located in Pittsburgh, it is 800 feet in length and has operational since 1877. It is incline plane railroad that was designed by Samuel Diescher.
As the first inland metropolis in the United States, Cincinnati is regarded as the first purely American city, where you can feel the purest American style. Cincinnati is also famous for its wide variety of ancient buildings and is considered the Paris of America. We will visit the iconic historical buildings here. Then go to Smale Riverfront Park, where you can not only immerse yourself in the city scenery, but also enjoy the first suspension bridge on the Ohio River in the United States. Then drive to the Kentucky State Capitol in Frankfort, which is also listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. Finally, check out the Crystal Agate Cave in Cave City, which is the premier viewing cave in Kentucky. You can stroll through the cave and get up close to various caves of different shapes. After the tour, check into your hotel in Nashville and rest. In the evening, you can choose to join the Nashville Night Tour at your own expense and spend a night full of lights, history, and great music!
Itinerary:
Cincinnati → Cincinnati Union Terminal（Outside visit，30mins）→ Smale Riverfront Park（60mins）→ Frankfurt → Kentucky State Capitol（Outside visit，30mins）→ Crystal Onyx Cave in Cave City（Optional，75mins）→ Nashville → Nashville Night Tour: Country Music Row + Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum（Optional，120mins）
Hotel: Comfort Inn OR Similar.
Attractions
Known as the world’s largest museum depicting the history and honoring the country music. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is opened for the visitors in 1964, and it attracts visitors for its largest collections related to country music, as well as visitors can discover the history of country music, and pay tribute to their favorite country music celebrities.
After breakfast at the hotel, we will start exploring Nashville. While Nashville is best known for its role in popularizing American country music around the world, as the state's capital and most populous city, Nashville is also rich in history and heritage. During today's itinerary, you will fully experience the unique charm of Nashville's historical architecture. Then drive to Memphis, the cradle of blues music and the birthplace of rock and roll. When you walk into Beale Street you will fully feel the musical character of this city. Then go to FedEx Plaza, the home of the NBA Grizzlies. Afterwards, we went to Bass Pro Shops, an outdoor sports shopping mall in Memphis. The pyramid-shaped appearance of the store is very unique. Here you can experience the fun of shooting and other sports, buy your favorite products, and there is even a small wetland museum waiting for you inside the mall. Overnight in Grenada.
Itinerary：
Nashville → Tennessee State Capitol（Outside visit，30mins）→ The Parthenon（Entry is optional ，60mins）→ Memphis → Beale Street + FedExForum（30mins） → Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid（60mins）→ Grenada
Hotel: Comfort Inn OR Similar.
Attractions
Located in the heart of Nashville, the Tennessee State Capitol is one of the oldest capitol buildings in the country which was built in the year 1845. The Greek Revival styled building houses the Tennessee General Assembly and a Governor's Office. Tennessee State Capitol is also registered as the National Historic Landmark and it is also the only state building without the dome.
After breakfast at the hotel, we will drive to Jackson. Jackson is known as the "city with a soul". Jackson is also the capital and most populous city of Mississippi in the United States. The city of Jackson is famous for its beautiful urban architecture, and we will visit the majestic Mississippi State Capitol, which dates back to 1903. Then drive to Baton Rouge, one of the oldest, most vibrant and impressive cities in the southern United States. People here love blues music festivals and beignets, as well as American football. Here we'll explore the Louisiana State Capitol and learn about its diverse architectural history. Afterwards we will drive to New Orleans. After arriving in New Orleans, you can choose to take a night tour of the French Quarter at your own expense in the evening, walking among the historical buildings and quietly listening to stories from a hundred years ago.
Itinerary：
Grenada → Gackson → Mississippi State Capitol（Outside visit，30mins）→ Baton Rouge → Louisiana State Capitol（Outside visit，30mins）→ New orleans → French Quarter Night Tour（Optional，120mins）
Hotel: Comfort Inn OR Similar.
Attractions
The oldest neighborhood in the city of New Orleans is famous with the name of French Quarter. It is also known as Vieux Carre. It was established in the year 1718.
the castle-themed Louisiana State Capitol building is built in a stunning Art Deco style, which is home to the state’s Legislature Office, House of Representatives, Senate, and Governor Office. It is also the tallest and most iconic building in the Baton Rouge city.
After enjoying a delicious breakfast in the hotel, start a rich and exciting full-day trip to New Orleans! Your first stop will be at Jackson Square, where you can experience a romantic and cozy time just like the Place des Vosges in Paris, France. Here you can buy coffee and taste beignets, the famous local delicacy. There is also an internet celebrity store in Jackson Square: Café du Monde, which you can check out. Afterwards, you will board a steamboat, glide along the Mississippi River, and have lunch on the boat with live jazz music. I believe it will leave you with a unique and unforgettable memory. After experiencing the leisurely and comfortable steamboat, we will continue to the swamp area to experience the cruise along the winding waterway deep into the original wetland. As the boat cruises along, you will see crocodiles and other animal friends living in these waters. Overnight in New Orleans.
Itinerary：
New Orleans → Jackson Square（Free，90mins）→ Mississippi River Jazz Lunch Steamboat（Optional，120mins）→ Swamp Tour（Optional，90mins）→ New Orleans
Hotel: Comfort Inn OR Similar.
Attractions
Jackson Square is essentially a historic park in New Orleans, in the 1960’s it was officially declared a National Historic Landmark and has remained a really popular tourist attraction.
The Jazz Cruise of the Mississippi is a public interest point which includes a steamboat cruising over the Mississippi River. The trip includes the scenic view of the river and the city. On the way, one is accompanied by a crew of Jazz which is talented and enlightens the journey on the Mississippi River.
New Orleans swamp tours give you an opportunity to explore the swamps surrounding New Orleans. There are interesting things, and you can see alligators in the swamps teeming with many other wildlife, right from herons, bald eagles, mink, egrets, turtles and lots of flora and fauna.
Today we will visit two attractions listed on the U.S. National Register of World Historic Places. Learn about military history at the USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park and visit the South Dakota-class battleship USS Alabama and the Gatto-class submarine USS Drum. At the Alabama State Capitol, you can get a glimpse of the glory of this first federal capitol in American history. Then drive to Atlanta, where the Georgia Aquarium is an entertainment and education science institution that provides engaging and exciting experiences to promote the conservation of aquatic biodiversity around the world. Overnight in Atlanta.
Itinerary：
New Orleans → Mobile → USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park（Outside visit，30mins）→ Montgomery → Alabama State Capitol（Outside visit，30mins）→ Atlanta → Georgia Aquarium（Optional，90mins）
Hotel: Comfort Inn OR Similar.
Attractions
Atlanta is the capital of the state of Georgia,US. It was established back in 1837 and is now the most populous city of the state and ninth largest Metropolitan city of US.
It’s a public aquarium situated in Atlanta, Georgia, USA which houses more than 100,000 aquatic animals of 700 different species. Georgia Aquarium is the world’s largest aquarium and a great amusement for the kids. The aquarium exhibits whale sharks, beluga whales, bottlenose dolphins, California sea lions, and manta rays. Here, the tourists, who have the certain qualification, are allowed to swim with the fish. Those who do not wish to get wet; the aquarium has a tunnel to walk through, so the visitor could have a view of the aquatic organism.
Refers to the capital city of Alabama United States, it is named after Richard Montgomery and is situated on river of Alabama, the population of the city as per census of 2013 was 201,332.
After breakfast, we will go to the Georgia State Capitol. Unlike the previous parliament buildings, this is a Renaissance and neoclassical building. Then go to the Centennial Olympic Park, where you can see the famous Five Ring Fountain, which is a fountain that is completely controlled by a computer and integrates music and lights. Coca-Cola is synonymous with Atlanta. In Atlanta, you'll find Coca-Cola everywhere. Visit the World of Coca-Cola and learn anecdotes about the world-famous soft drink in a variety of exhibits. Here, you can taste hundreds of colorful Coca-Cola flavors from around the world and start your global journey on the tip of your tongue. Drink to your heart's content and you'll be sure to drink until you're full! Finally, head to the Carolina State Capitol in Columbia to experience the beauty of Greek Revival architecture. Overnight in Charleston.
Itinerary：
Atlanta → The Georgia State Capitol（Outside visit，30mins）→ Centennial Olympic Park & World of Coca Cola（Itinerary，120mins）→ Columbia → South Carolina State House（Outside visit，30mins）→ Charleston
Hotel: Comfort Inn OR Similar.
Attractions
The Centennial Olympic Park in downtown Atlanta was built for the Centennial 1996 Summer Olympics by the Atlanta Committee for the Olympic Games. Now, it hosts several events including music concerts, Independence Day concert and display of fireworks.
Entitled as the National Historic Landmark, the Georgia State Capitol is an architectural building built to signify Georgia’s re-emergence after the Civil War; the Capitol continues to be one of the most magnificent buildings in the country. Currently, it houses the offices of government officers including the governor, lieutenant governor, and the secretary of state. It also serves as a museum which contains visitor’s galleries.
The eighth most populous and 24th largest states of America is known as Georgia. The largest and capital city of this renowned state is Atlanta.
The history of Coca Cola Company is showcased thoroughly in the World of Coca-Cola. People move towards Atlanta in Georgia to get knowledge about history of this world-famous corporation.
Today we will go to visit one of the most amazing natural masterpieces in South Carolina - Angel Oak. This ancient oak tree has been around for centuries. Its branches extend in all directions, its canopy covers the sky and the sun, and it has experienced various natural phenomena. Disaster remains a symbol of South Carolinian spirit. Then visit the Pineapple Fountain and learn about the development history of the port city of Charleston. Then we will go to Charleston’s Rainbow Street, which has history, culture, and delicious food. There are 13 colorful townhouses scattered on the romantic street, which is so beautiful. Then set foot on the oak moss avenue of Boone Hall Plantation, visit the original slave cabin, learn about the history of the development of Gullah culture, and admire the colorful plantation. After the tour, heading north along Interstate 95, we will come to the South of the Border, where the huge sombrero sign is worth a stop. After the trip, head to your hotel in Fayetteville to check in and rest.
Itinerary：
Charleston → Angel oak tree（30mins）→ Pineapple Fountain（30mins）→ Rainbow Row Old Town（30mins）→ Boone Hall Plantation & Garden（Optional，90mins）→ South of the Border（30mins）→ Fayetteville
Hotel: Comfort Inn OR Similar.
After breakfast at the hotel, we will go to the North Carolina State Capitol in Raleigh. This building is in Greek Revival style and was built after the first North Carolina State Capitol was destroyed by fire in 1831. Afterwards, drive to the Virginia State Capitol, the seat of the oldest legislative assembly in the United States, to explore the precious treasures left by many forefathers. Then drive to Richmond, Virginia, to visit the famous Maymont Estate. The manor combines open farms, Victorian buildings, gardens, and wildlife habitats. The well-preserved historic mansion and its beautiful gardens are not to be missed. At night, you can choose to take a Washington, D.C. Night Tour, which takes you to the city's top monuments and gives you a new perspective on the city under the dazzling lights. After the tour, drive to the hotel to check in and rest.
Itinerary：
Fayetteville → Raleigh → North Carolina State Capitol（Outside visit，30mins）→ Richmond → Virginia State Capitol（Outside visit，30mins）→ Maymont（60mins）→ D.C. Night Tour（Optional，90mins）→ Check in
Hotel: Comfort Inn OR Similar.
Attractions
Founded in 1737 in the capital of Virginia, United States lies Richmond city. It is still a place of brick and mortar and traditions are privileged over trends. It is a Richmond County!
After breakfast at the hotel, we will continue our check-in tour. On the last day of the trip, we'll head to the Maryland State Capitol, the oldest remaining state capitol and the only state capitol to have served as the U.S. Capitol. Then go to the second stop: the Delaware State Capitol. The final stop is to the New Jersey State Capitol, where senators sponsor and vote on legal proposals, called bills. Afterwards, we will drive back to New York, ending this unforgettable and happy journey.
Itinerary：
Hotels → Annapolis → Maryland State Capitol (Outside visit，30mins) → Dover → Delaware State Capitol (Outside visit，30mins) → Trenton → New Jersey State Capitol (Outside visit，30mins) → New York
Attractions
Annapolis which is the capital of Maryland is a beautiful place rich in history, with a fascinating cultural heritage as well as a number of attractions to keep visitors engaged.
A mind-Atlantic state that is famous for its coastlines and abundant waterways is called Maryland. As a major seaport, the largest city of Maryland has a long history.
Washington DC is the capital city of the United States and is also a popular attraction. With the help of Washington DC Night Tours, tourists can enjoy and see everything that the city has to offer.
The order of itinerary may change without any notice depending on weather situations or for some other unforeseen circumstances.
The order of activities held during the tour is planned by the tour guide. So, it may be different from what is mentioned on the tour page. On fewer occasions, Tour Guide has to skip an attraction or few during the tour depending on weather, traffic, group interest or some other reason.
Some attractions are seasonal. So, when they are closed they will be replaced with some other attraction.
You can skip some optional activities during the tour and plan something on your own. Make sure that you coordinate with Tour guide and stay with the group with next activity. Please note you cannot stay on the bus if you skip some optional activity.
Probable hotel names are mentioned in the itinerary. It can be similar or a different hotel of the similar rating. Exact Hotel details can only be provided one day before the departure.
Maximum 4 people of any age can stay in 1 Room in the hotel.
These tours are conducted in a group. A group can have people of several cultures. We expect each person to coordinate with Tour guide to make sure things are on track.
Though attractions are optional but you have to at least take 2 attractions.
Pricing
What's Included
Passengers will be picked up and dropped off at their chosen locations. (Please take notice of locations and times of pick up).
All tours are carried out in air conditioned bus. We may also use a minivan depending on the number of people booking the tour.
Tour package price includes all the taxes.
Tour is inclusive of hotel accommodation.
Free Airport pick up is available on this tour. The Tour Package price will not include Mandatory Tour Guide tips for Airport Pickup.
Depending on group size it can be either a driver and Guide or a driver guide.
What's Excluded
Rates could alter without prior notice.
Fee for all Optional Activities and entrance paid in cash to the tour guide. He will arrange tickets for the whole group. Some attractions might be closed on public holidays. Seasonal attractions will be closed after a certain time and itinerary will be changed based on it. Optional activities price may change or can be different as displayed on the website.
GuidMe will arrange meals and drinks when requested as they are not included in the package.
A minimum of $12 service fee per passenger per day is not included in the price of the tour package. Pay it in cash to Tour guide and bus driver. This service fees collected from passengers complement the incomes of driver and the tour guide.
Such expenses as telephone services, alcoholic drinks, beverages and laundry services which are private room services.
Services related to travel insurance.
Other personal expenses.
Important: We never encourage customers to purchase admission packages from outside sources and try using them in this tour with discount. If they do, they must arrange transport on the same day. If you skip some attraction, you cannot do it on your own. You can sit near the bus or visit some nearby place, but you will not be allowed to sit in the bus.
Attraction Prices
| Attractions | Adult | Child(2-11 yrs) | Senior(65+ yrs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boone Hall Plantation & Garden, SC | $31.80 | $13.00 | $28.62 |
| Cincinnati City View Night Tour, OH | $25.00 | $20.00 | $25.00 |
| Crystal Onyx Cave in Cave City, KY | $18.00 | $13.00 | $16.00 |
| French Quarter Night tour, LA | $35.00 | $25.00 | $35.00 |
| Georgia Aquarium, GA | $55.08 | $55.08 | $55.08 |
| Hersheys Chocolate World, PA | $35.45 | $35.45 | $35.45 |
| Manhattan Morning Tour, NY | $50.00 | $40.00 | $50.00 |
| Mississippi Steamed Jazz Cruise, LA | $53.00 | $27.00 | $53.00 |
| Music Street Night Tour, TN | $35.00 | $25.00 | $35.00 |
| New Orleans Swamp Tour, LA | $37.75 | $25.89 | $37.75 |
| New York City Night Tour, NY | $50.00 | $40.00 | $50.00 |
| The Duquesne Incline, PA | $5.00 | $2.50 | $5.00 |
| The Parthenon, TN | $10.00 | $8.00 | $8.00 |
| Washington DC Night Tour, DC | $35.00 | $25.00 | $35.00 |
| World of Coca-Cola, GA | $19.60 | $15.25 | $17.42 |
All the prices are listed in USD.
Any Amount paid in cash to the Tour Guide is not refundable.
Tour display price is based on double occupancy. It is the price each person will pay if a group of two is traveling.
Prices may change without any notice.
Prices include hotel accommodation, transportation and taxes.
Admission Tickets to different places and meals are NOT included in the tour price.
Mandatory Tip for tour guide and driver are NOT included.
Only the tour guide can purchase entrance tickets for you. Pre-purchased tickets are NOT acceptable.
There must be at least one passenger of 18 years for every booking made with GoldenBusTours. For Children between the age group of 2 to 14 years, a different price will be charged. Please refer to Child price on our pricing calendar. Child Age may vary between different bus operators. Maximum 4 people of any age can stay in 1 Room in the hotel. If the 5th person is infant you will be charged normally then with the second room as an expense.
Activities are optional though, but each customer has to participate in 2 activities at least. No city pass allowed. Some attractions are mandatory. Each customer has to take part in them and have to pay for them in cash.
Departure Location
Departure Location
Return Location
- 5 Times Square (Red Lobster), New York, NY 10036
- 133-30 39th Ave, (Asian Jewels Seafood Restaurant) Flushing, NY 11354
- 463 7th Ave, Herald Square (Andrews NYC Diner), New York, NY 10018
- 853 Broadway, Union Square (Capital One Bank) New York, NY 10003
- 75 Chrystie St, Chinatown, Manhattan, New York, NY 10002
- 125 Jersey City, NJ 07310 (Newport Plaza exit at 18th Street, next to ACME supermarket), NJ
- Kindly book your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) after 10:00PM.
Important Notes
Arrive at departure location 10 to 15 minutes before the mentioned time to make sure you catch the bus on time. If in case you are late, the bus will not wait for you at the location and ultimately you will miss the entire tour (no refund in this case).
Return time on the website is just an estimation. Expect some variation always. Time may change depending on traffic and weather situations
There is a possibility that tour operator may use a shuttle to drop you off at the return location. It usually happens in the case of multiple return locations.
You can leave the tour at any place only after signing a Tour Departure Form for leaving the tour early.
Please note that price will stay the same even if you leave the tour early.
If you have booked a pre-tour hotel stay, then you will have to arrange your own transport from hotel to departure location.
If you have booked extra night hotel after the tour, then you will arrange transport from drop off point to hotel.
On West Coast tours some bus operators have a lot of departure locations. A slow start is expected on these tours.
Policies
Cancellation and Refund Policy
Determination of the time of cancellation will be done when the notice is received and confirmed by our office. You must make any notice of cancellation directly to GoldenBusTours by email or webmail at the Contact Us section.
Cancellation charges
⇒ 16 days or more prior to departure, 10% of the tour fees will be charged as cancellation.
⇒ 9 to 15 days prior to departure, 50% of the tour fees will be charged as cancellation.
⇒ Within 8 days prior to departure, 100% tour fees will be charged as cancellation.
Any Amount paid in cash to the Tour Guide is not refundable.
There is no refund for unused features. You forfeit the entire payment when you are a no-show on the departure date and unable to join the tour for any reason including COVID.
An add-on fee of 6% for handling fees is charged in addition to the above penalties. No matter what the reason for cancellation is, the processing fee will be deducted on each refund.
In order for there not to be a cancellation, a minimum number of participants are required. We reserve the right to cancel a scheduled trip although every effort is made by us to ensure that normal operations are maintained. We reserve the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure with respect to operating requirements or circumstances beyond control. In case a cancellation is made at any given moment in time before departure, our only liability as GoldenBusTours will be to refund you the amount we received for the booking of the tour. We will try our best to re-book the same or similar tour if the future travel plan suits you. We are not responsible for any cancellation penalties that may have been incurred on any other travel arrangements like separate purchase of air tickets, visa cost, taxi fare etc. We are not liable for any other travel arrangements that have been affected as a result of the cancellations.
Note: More than 30 days after the completion of the tour, we cannot grant any refunds. Each Cancellation Request must be received in writing by email.
Cancellation and reschedule charges are applicable even if you are NOT able to take the tour because of visa rejection, COVID or any other serious issue. If you reschedule a tour and later decide to cancel it then cancellation charges will be applicable to the original departure date and not to the rescheduled one.
Reservation, Booking & Redemption
Terms & Conditions
Any travel service purchases indicate your acceptance of the Terms & Conditions set out herein.
You are advised to carefully read through and understand these Terms & Conditions before making your booking.
Tour Confirmation
You will get an email immediately once you place an order. Tour Confirmation usually takes 2, 3 days except for urgent order. Urgent orders can be confirmed in a day or even few hours, but we can’t assure success in these cases. On fewer occasions, some of the others may require a longer period of time for confirmation. You are advised not to book airline tickets unless you have received the confirmation.
E-Ticket (Mandatory to be on bus)
Your e-ticket includes complete operator information such as local telephone numbers at your destination. You are required to print the e-tickets and bring them along with you on the trip. They will be needed as proof of purchase.
Changes in Booking
You may incur a fee for any revisions or alterations made to the reservation when the booking has already been confirmed. Cancellation fees may be applied to things such as name changes or corrections. They may also apply to tour date changes or tour itinerary changes. Please note that no departure changes are permitted 72 hours before departure.
Changes in Tour Itinerary
We are continuously striving to improve tour itineraries and features. In the event of unforeseen circumstances that are beyond the control, we do reserve the right to vary the itineraries and to substitute hotels. Duplicate departures may operate during certain peak periods, sometimes in reverse order. As such, hotels may vary from those included on the itinerary pages.
Reschedule
If you want to reschedule your tour (change the departure date or choose a different tour) then a reschedule fees may be applied. No reschedule request will be entertained within 15 days before the departure date.
Cancellation and reschedule charges are applicable even if you are NOT able to take the tour because of visa rejection.
Pricing
1. One room can accommodate maximum 4 people. Even if you are 5 people including 1 month old baby you still need 2 rooms.
2. If you can carry your child up to 2 years of age then you do not need to book seats for him. It may vary from one tour to another.
3. Service providers hold the right to change the itinerary and hotel arrangements without any notice.
4. Child (0-9 years) and Single traveler going on the tour have special rates. These prices vary from one tour to another.
5. Meals and Attractions are not included. You can ask your tour guide to try to arrange the meal for you as per your requirements. For attractions, admission fees pay it to the tour guide on the tour.
6. Prices may change without any notice because of prices fluctuation in the market.
7. All prices mentioned on the website are in US dollars.
8. In Case of Bank Wire Transfer customer have to bear Wire transfer fee.
9. Tour package price is inclusive of taxes.
10. Tour Prices are every individual and in view of room inhabitance.
11. Final hotels booked may not be same as the one mentioned on the website.
Child rates are applicable for children between (0-12 years) of age. Parents are advised to bring car seats for the safety of their child.
Buy 2 Get 1 Free: Get 3rd Ticket free on the purchase of 2 tickets. Free hotel and bus transportation for the guests. Free traveler still needs to pay fuel surcharge, admission tickets, tips and other cost mentioned in price excludes section. This offer is valid for 3 travelers staying in 1 room.Responsibility
3. Before booking any tour make sure to go through every detail like tour itinerary, tour price, cancellation policy, reschedule and refund policies. Tour Guide will be Chinese and English or it can only be chinese based on the group size.
4. You should either bring a printed copy of your E-Ticket or bring it in your smartphone on the day of tour departure. You should also bring a valid photo ID along with your E-Ticket. In the case of any issues for not carrying E-Ticket or Photo ID GoldenBusTour will not be responsible.
5.Make sure to provide a valid phone number so we can reach you in the case of any emergency.
6. Please read all important notes, inclusion, exclusion section, terms and conditions, policies and below notes.
6a. Tour Operator holds the right to cancel the tour at any time depending on poor weather condition or some other unforeseen circumstances. However, GoldenBusTour will update its customers about the cancellation and shall not be held accountable for charges other than tour fees.
6b. Change in tour price will not affect any confirmed booking.
6c. Tour Operator can change the order of itinerary at any time without any notice.
8.Reach Departure location about 20 to 30 minutes before departure time. Unfortunately, no one will wait for you in case you get in late. The bus mostly has Bus Operator name and logo on it. Even if you are five minutes late and miss the bus then GoldenBusTours or Tour Operator will not be responsible. There will be no refund in this case. You will be charged 100% tour fee.
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