5-Day Boston to Philadelphia, Washington D.C, New York City and Boston In-Depth Tour (Free Airport Pickup)
Tour Code: GOL-BOS-281A
Duration: 5 Day(s) / 4 Night(s)
Tour Guide: Chinese, English
Quality: Budget
Departure City
Destination
Return City
Overview
Experience: UNESCO, Family
Extra (Excluded): Wifi, Meal etc...
Tour Guide:Chinese, English
Thu (All Year) | Thu, Sun (2020-05-05 To 2020-10-29)
Visit Philadelphia, Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, International Spy Museum, Potomac River, Lincoln Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Wax Museum, White House, Times Square, USS Intrepid, Empire State Building, United Nations Headquarters, Quincy Market, Harvard University, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Boston Harbor, and much more inclusive of hotel stay and bus transportation.
- The Philadelphia Congress Hall, US. Capitol and Liberty Bell (Inside Visit) will be Optional attractions.Check the exclusion table for admission pricing.
- Only the guides and drivers who have COVID 19 negative can provide services from now onwards. Drivers and Guides will wear the mask. They will disinfect the bus daily. Travelers will have to wear the mask and their temperature will be monitored regularly. Travelers will be provided with hand sanitizer and wipes. We recommend travelers to bring their own hand sanitizer also. Bus sitting will be based on the standards set by the Government.
Itinerary
A professional tour guide will pick-up guests from Boston Logan International Airport and transfer to the hotel as a part of complementary airport pickup service. Guests can relax and take rest. Our complimentary airport pickup service is available from 9:00 am to 10:00 pm. Guests may need to wait for the arrival of other guests as well.
Hotel: Red Roof Plus Boston Woburn, Red Roof Inn Boston - Mansfield Foxboro, Best Western Plus North Shore Hotel or similar.
We will leave Boston in the morning for Philadelphia. Our first stop will be at Independence National Historical Park. We will have the outside view of Independence Hall and witness the Liberty Bell. Following this, we will visit the Philadelphia One Liberty Observation deck where we will get the stunning view of the city.
Special Notes:
- The Philadelphia Congress Hall will be closed on these Special days, New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents' Day, Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day.
- Liberty Bell will also be closed on Christmas.
- The Philadelphia Congress Hall, US. Capitol and Liberty Bell (Inside Visit) will be Optional attractions.Check the exclusion table for admission pricing.
Attractions
Located in the Independence National Historical Park, the Independence Hall is the location where both the United States Constitution and Declaration of Independence were debated, written, and ratified by the Founding Fathers of the United States.
A stunning park with amazing historical sites in Pennsylvania is Independence National Historical Park. The sites are related to history of United States Revolution.
Liberty Bell Center is located in Philadelphia, PA, is the symbol of the American Revolution which was crafted in the year 1752.
The One Liberty Observation Deck in Philadelphia is located in the heart of the city and is easily accessible and is in walking distance from other major attractions. You can come here during the day, during the night or be it any season, even when covered with a blanket of snow, as it is open 365 days a year.
A renowned American city with the tourist destinations like Independence Hall and Liberty Bell is Philadelphia. It is Pennsylvania’s largest city.
(Summer Itinerary: Apply when DC Sightseeing Cruise resumes)
On the 3rd day, we will visit the Lincoln Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial and white house outside views within almost an hour. Then we will enjoy the U.S. Capital In-depth tour and will cover outside views of the Supreme Court and the Library of Congress. After this, Before ending the tour we will enjoy the Washington DC Cruise in 60 minutes. At the end of the day, guests can enjoy the New York City Night Tour (Optional, $35 Minimum For 4 people Minimum)
We will also pass by: Thomas Jefferson Memorial, Washington Monument, WWII Memorial and more.
(Winter Itinerary: Apply when DC Sightseeing Cruise close)
Winter Itinerary will be the same except DC Cruise will no longer be with us. We will replace it with the National International Spy Museum to spend about 60 minutes.
Special Notes:
- When the U.S. Capitol is closed, we will see the building from outside. The Capitol Visitor Center opens for the visitors from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM through Monday to Saturday except for Special Days.
- We May be canceled the New York night tour if the traffic or weather conditions extreme. New York night tour Itinerary includes (Rockefeller Center(15 mins), Times Square(30 mins), An observation point in NJ(15 mins).
- From March 20, 2020, to April 12, 2020, travelers can enjoy the cherry blossom Festival to see the beautiful showcase of flowers and other events.
Hotel:E Hotel Banquet & Conference Center, Days Hotel by Wyndham East Brunswick, Red Roof Inn Edison Or similar.
Attractions
DC Cruise starts from March 15th, and there will be cherry blossom cruises. The boat tours are remarkable, and you can view the monuments and blossoms, besides enjoy at the bar having blossom drink specials. The monuments mesmerize as you see from moonlight cruises.
It is one of the most popular Museums currently existing in the United States of America. The museum is privately owned and contains collections of international espionage artifacts etc. The Museum is situated at Washington DC.
This memorial of Korean War Veterans is built in honors of those marines who fought for their country. A nice place with good architecture located south of the Reflecting Pool at the National Mall where you can see many artifacts.
Refers to the monument constructed in honor of Abraham Lincoln who was the 16th president of United States of America. The monument is situated at the west of national Mall in Washington.
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.
Lies on the coasts of Virginia's Potomac River, and similar to Seattle, tourists can enjoy the mesmerizing sights of Washington, by Potomac Cruise which is truly a place for a relaxing and enjoyable sightseeing experience of the capital city of America.
Everyday hundreds of tourists and natives visit Vietnam Veterans Memorial to honor the veterans who lost their lives in Vietnam War. Built not much long ago, it is a place where you can see memorials and artifacts.
The federal capital of America which is a District of Columbia is said to be as Washington DC. The state is approved in the year 1790. It has 409 feet highest elevation. The district has 22nd rank among other states of US.
Our day will start with the Statue of Liberty Cruise. We will take the cruise to sightsee the Harbor and Statue of Liberty. We will visit the USS Intrepid and then go to Times Square. We will also visit Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum and the Empire State Building. We will also get a chance to catch the glimpse of United Nations Headquarters from outside before leaving for Boston where we will have our night stay.
Hotel: Red Roof Plus Boston Woburn, Red Roof Inn Boston - Mansfield Foxboro, Best Western Plus North Shore Hotel Or similar.
Attractions
There was a time when this building was the tallest building of the world. Still it is a well-known building, the mighty Empire State Building is 102 stories high, and on 86th floor there is an observation deck, where you can look at the city from every angle.
One of the Big Apple's most popular spots for tourists, the New York City branch of this international chain of sculpture museums is a must see place.
New York City is often known as just New York, it is the most populated city of the Unite States of America. The total population of the city is 8,491,079 which is really a lot.
A symbol of America, a gift from French it is a tourist attraction and a place where 151 feet high statue stands. Nothing is better than watching the statue whilst cruising on a luxury Statue of Liberty Cruise.
Statue of Liberty is a splendidly huge sculpture situated on Liberty Island, New York, US. The visitors love to see this famous symbol of freedom and the history attached to it.
Once called "The Crossroads of the World," this is nothing but an intersection in midtown Manhattan where Broadway and Seventh Avenue ends. Times Square is a popular destination of America and there is so much to do there.
Legitimately an “international phase” and not part of the America, the U.N. Headquarters practically mirrors worldwide collaboration. Constructed in 1947 and completed in 1961, the sight has captivating landscape on 18-1cre space expanded on the East River.
It is famous museum located in the city of New York. The museum is basically a maritime and military history museum. The museum contains some historical ships and is hence a wonderful tourist spot for the visitors.
Start the day with a visit to Harvard University to take the campus tour. Then we will take pictures with the backdrop of MIT building. After this, head to the Boston Harbor to take the Harbor Cruise and sightsee the beautiful city. Following this, we will go to Quincy Market. Finally, we will take you to Boston airport to end the tour.
Tour will also pass by Old Trinity Cathedral, Hancock Building, Boston Athenaeum, Boston Park, Swan Lake Park, and overlook the Golden Dome of the State House.
Attractions
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, Massachusetts is a research based university, which is well-known for its intense and highly selective academics. There are 24 Nobel Prize winners and 22 Rhodes Scholars among the alumni of this institution.
The Boston Harbor cruise is lets you sit back relax and enjoy a wonderful ride through the glistering Boston waters as you catch a glimpse of the city’s gorgeous surroundings.
Boston is one of the oldest cities of US, and the capital and the largest city of the state of Massachusetts. It is well known for being the center of education and culture due to it numerous International universities and colleges.
Cambridge is a city located in Middlesex County in the state if Massachusetts in the United States. The city is located in the north of Boston and was named “Cambridge” in honor of the University of Cambridge.
Harvard University Campus Tour, MA requires no pre-registration. Harvard University presents a distinguished and long history of Harvard veterans, military service as the American politics, business and education at the forefront. It offers a highlighting tour that is truly exciting. In the fall and summer, there is a tour highlighting the opulent military history of Harvard.
Built in 1639, in Cambridge, MA, Harvard University is the oldest university in the United States. It is one of the most famous and highly ranked institutions in the world.
Located in the Faneuil Hall marketplace of downtown Boston, Quincy Market is a historic building that still presents itself as a souvenir marketplace and food court.
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
All tours are carried out in air conditioned bus. We may also use a minivan depending on the number of people booking the tour.
Free Airport pick up is available on this tour. The Tour Package price will not include Mandatory Tour Guide tips for Airport Pickup.
Tour is inclusive of hotel accommodation.
Inclusive of all taxes.
Tour is accompanied by the tour guide.
What's Excluded
Fares for air travel and transport from home to and from the location chosen for pick-up.
Airport pickup service charges $12/person.
Expenditure for personal purposes.
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.
A minimum tip of $12 per passenger per day for Tour Guide and Driver 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 the driver and the tour guide.
Travel insurance.
Though the meals are excluded,but the guides will arrange them for you.
Room fees of personal nature, such as, laundry fees, telephone, service fees of valets, expenses on alcoholic drinks and what you buy from the mini bar. However, specified fees may be included.
Important Notice: Passengers are discouraged from purchasing admission packages from sources outside and trying to use them for this tour provided at a discounted price. In case they want to do so, they must arrange transport the same day.
Attraction Prices
Attractions | Adult | Child(2-11 yrs) | Senior(65+ yrs) |
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Boston Harbor Cruise, MA | $46.00 | $41.00 | $46.00 |
DC Cruise, DC | $26.00 | $18.00 | $23.00 |
Empire State Building, NY | $48.00 | $42.00 | $46.00 |
Harvard University Campus Tour, MA | $14.00 | $12.00 | $14.00 |
International Spy Museum, DC | $30.00 | $19.00 | $26.50 |
Madame Tussauds Wax Museum, NY | $47.89 | $47.89 | $47.89 |
New York City Night Tour, NY | $50.00 | $40.00 | $50.00 |
One Liberty Observation Deck, PA | $16.00 | $11.00 | $16.00 |
Statue of Liberty Cruise, NY | $48.00 | $42.50 | $42.50 |
The Philadelphia Congress Hall+ Liberty Bell+ US Capitol Tour (Inside Visit), PA | $60.00 | $45.00 | $60.00 |
USS Intrepid, NY | $36.00 | $26.00 | $34.00 |
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
- Complimentary Airport Pickup service is available from Logan International Airport (BOS) between 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.$160 for 1 or 2 persons and $10 per additional person will be charged.
- Paid pickup service is available for 24 hours at MDW. $120 for 1 or 2 persons and $10 per additional person.
- Customers can have the option to Self-check-in of the hotel room after 3:00 PM.
- 88 Beach Street, Boston, MA 02111
Return Location
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
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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 3rd discounted: Get 3rd Ticket on special discounted rates on the purchase of 2 tickets.
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.
Reviews
Reviews
Mohit Warrior
The tour was really very well organized, we moved exactly on time, there was no delay and even during the tour we were right on schedule, it was a great effort from the tour guide who was a great guy by the way. The accommodation was really comfortable, really clean and cozy hotels and we saw some amazing places. It was really a great tour and great experience. I really hope i can do it again some time.
Sophia Metcalfe
I recommend this tour. Nicely planed trip. Enjoyed lot during visit of multiple places. Soothing Stay in hotels. Excellent tour guidance. I would like to appreciate Tour Guide for his friendly and simple behavior. The overall tour experience was fantastic.
高嶋 進
It was an amazing experience for my in-laws. The hotels were great, the bus was good, the tour guide was very co-operative. They had a lot of fun and I definitely recommend this tour - best value for money.
Anna Vasilyeva
This was a wonderful 5 days/4 nights tour, we had wonderful time, always the first one to arrived on the places visited. Our tour guide was very friendly and caters to our need. Good Value. I recommend this tour, very affordable indeed.
Yul Lei
Really an excellent tour ! The guide was great! Superb accommodation and transport. One coffee break each in the morning (10.30 am) and the afternoon ( 3.00 pm ) should be provided. I Recommended this tour :)
Scarlett Haddon
I did this 5-Day Boston to Philadelphia, Washington D.C, New York City and Boston In-Depth Tour (Free Airport Pickup) with my family. Good experience with Chinese tour. Nice hotel , nice guide, itinerary, you can enjoy many place and save your money. Thanks GoldenBusTours.
Christa W. Rowe
I am really thankful to one friend of mine who recommended Golden Bus Tours to me. It is really an amazing company, their services are wonderful and their customer service team are very helpful and patient. Also the organization of the tour was really great. we moved exactly on time according to the schedule that was given to us by the tour guide, who was a really nice and helpful guy. Great job Golden Bus Tours.
Zhen Hsia
The best thing in that tour is we were picked up directly from the airport, and we were also dropped off at the airport, that was really helpful for us. we really enjoyed almost all the places we visited like Philadelphia, Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, International Spy Museum, Potomac River, Lincoln Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Wax Museum, Capitol Hill, White House, Times Square, USS Intrepid, Empire State Building, United Nations Headquarters, Quincy Market, Harvard University, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Boston Harbor. It was really worth it.
Jiang Li Chang
In my opinion this was one of the best travel agencies i have dealt with, The tour was really very well organized, there was no delay, and we moved exactly on time. Our bus was really comfortable, and though there was no bathroom we stopped every while for break, also our driver was very skilled, he really made us feel safe on the bus, which was extremely important to us since we had a small children with us.
Li Wei Hao
In my opinion this was one of the best travel agencies i have dealt with, The tour was really very well organized, there was no delay and we were always on schedule. also the tour guide was really nice guy and funny, and he were also very professional. The bus was okay and hotels were great, we really loved Philadelphia, Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, International Spy Museum, Potomac River, Lincoln Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Wax Museum, Capitol Hill, White House, Times Square, USS Intrepid, Empire State Building, United Nations Headquarters, Quincy Market, Harvard University. I really want to thank Golden Bus Tours for such an amazing job.
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