• 3 Dinner (D)
• 13 Breakfast (B)
• 3 Lunch (L)

• New York City: Join your travel director on a guided journey through New York City’s iconic sights including the Empire State Building, SoHo, Greenwich Village, Wall Street and Central Park.
• Philadelphia: Explore the UNESCO-listed Independence National Historic Park and see its famous cracked bell whose inscription has inspired so many to “proclaim liberty”. Also see Independence Hall where The Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution were both debated and signed.
• Washington D.C.: Explore the nation’s proud heritage today as you view the White House, striking Washington Monument and National Mall, stretching from the Lincoln Memorial to the Capitol building. Reflect on the country’s darkest days at the Lincoln Memorial and sombre memorials to World War II and the Vietnam War.
• Washington: This striking museum has collected more than 40,000 artifacts that reflect history, politics, sports, arts and entertainment. Explore the richness and diversity of the African American experience, what it means to their lives, and how it helped shape this nation. 
• Leola: Inside the Homestead at Plain & Fancy Farm, you learn of Amish traditions and practices, plain clothing and life without electricity from the grid. Homestead truly provides insights into the complex riddles of a culture so very different from your own.
• Corning, NY: Visit the Corning Museum of Glass and learn about the art, history, culture, technology, science and craft that tells the riveting story of the museum’s single material, glass. It was founded in 1951 by Corning Glass Works and currently has a collection of more than 45,000 glass objects, some over 3,500 years old.
• Niagara Falls: Embark on an exhilarating boat ride to the base of Horseshoe Falls, which plunges dramatically into Lake Ontario as you contemplate this tremendous force of nature.
• Toronto: Get ready to unlock the best of Toronto. Tick off all the must-sees including Queens Park, named in 1860 after Queen Victoria, and the bustling district of Dundas Square — the site of many public events, performances and art displays. Then venture to University Avenue and the Provincial Parliament Buildings. 
• Ottawa: Delve into Canada’s capital city as you enjoy views of the elegant Gothic buildings of Parliament Hill, Rideau Hall, the residence of the Governor General of Canada and the beautiful downtown galleries, museums and parks.
• Quebec City: Enjoy lunch at an authentic Cabane a Sucre (Sugar Shack), a tradition dear to Quebecois.
• Quebec City: Join a Local Specialist and explore Québec City’s winding streets and historic sites for an in-depth discovery of a city that exudes all the charm of old Europe. Walk the narrow streets of UNESCO listed Old Québec and delve into Québec City’s French and English military past as you pass the Plains of Abraham and fortified Citadel.
• Montreal: Visit a local farmers’ market outside Montreal and experience the region’s flavors during a lunch tasting, including wine and cider.
• Montreal: Join your Local Specialist to explore Old Montréal, including the Old Port and Place Jacques-Cartier. As you walk through this historic part of the city, learn more about Montréal’s early development, its connection to the St. Lawrence River and the public spaces that have shaped local life for generations.
• Montreal: Discover the history of the first neo-gothic church in Canada as you visit the Notre Dame Basilica. Marvel at its breathtaking architecture and striking interior filled with exceptional stained glass windows.
• Franconia Notch State Park: Enjoy a scenic drive through Franconia Notch, in the heart of the White Mountains. Journey past sugar maple and white birch. Make sure to keep an eye out for the black bear, moose and deer that find sanctuary in this scenic forest landscape.
• Boston: Discover some of Boston’s most famous sights as you delve into the city’s transformative past. Follow part of the red-brick Freedom Trail that brings the story of the American Revolution to life. Sights include Beacon Hill, Newbury Street, Faneuil Hall Marketplace and the Meeting House.

• Niagara Falls: Dive into Culture and embrace Canada’s national sport, learning the secrets and superstitions of hockey players as you walk through a day in the life of a player. Go inside the players’ dressing room and put on the full hockey gear with the help of a coach -grab your stick and it’s off onto the ice.

• Deluxe coach travel
• Selected hotel dinners plus a locally hosted meal
• 4-star stays

Feel the drama of nature on a boat ride to the base of Horseshoe Falls, where the thundering cascade wraps you in mist and roar. Glide past the American and Bridal Veil Falls before entering the curve of Canada’s iconic curtain.

Witness the Niagara River plunge from the Great Lakes plateau into a mist-draped gorge. Ponchos and spray add to the thrill as rainbows arc through the vapor on sunny days.

Go behind the scenes at an Oakville training facility to gear up like a player, step into the locker room, and step onto the ice for skills coaching. Learn why hockey is Canada’s national sport and how rituals shape game-day focus.

Coaches share technique, superstition, and teamwork as you discover whether you’re a lefty or righty. The buzz of the rink and the chill of the arena make this an energizing cultural deep-dive.

Join a guided panoramic tour through Manhattan’s icons, pausing to admire the neon dazzle of Times Square, the leafy expanse of Central Park, and the soaring profile of the Empire State Building. Glimpse the city’s layers from Art Deco spires to modern glass towers.

Hear stories of immigration, ambition, and innovation that shaped the boroughs. Snap classic photos and orient yourself to neighborhoods you may wish to explore more deeply later.

Visit the Liberty Bell Center to view the crack that became an emblem of freedom and the inscription urging all to “proclaim liberty”. Stroll the green of Independence National Historical Park and take in the facade of Independence Hall, where foundational debates rang out.

Absorb tales of 1776 and the drafting of the U.S. Constitution amid red-brick streets and Georgian architecture. This is American civic identity, preserved within a walkable historic square mile.

Explore the nation’s front yard with views of the White House, U.S. Capitol, and the Reflecting Pool stretching toward the Lincoln Memorial along the National Mall. Take in the solemn beauty of the World War II and Vietnam Veterans Memorials.

Gain perspective on the city’s neoclassical design and symbolic boulevards laid out to project a democratic ideal. This is the monumental heart of American history and government in one sweeping vista.

Step inside the National Museum of African American History and Culture, part of the Smithsonian, to encounter exhibitions that trace centuries of struggle, creativity, and achievement. Engage with objects, music, and personal narratives that illuminate a vital American story.

From slavery and the civil rights movement to sports and the arts, the collection’s depth fosters reflection and dialogue. Galleries and contemplative spaces invite a thoughtful, unhurried visit.

Travel the rural back roads of Lancaster County with a Local Specialist to learn about Amish and Mennonite traditions, craftsmanship, and community life lived by the rhythm of the seasons. See tidy farms, horse-drawn buggies, and roadside produce stands.

Roll up your sleeves for a hands-on dessert workshop crafting whoopie pies, and sit down to hearty Pennsylvania Dutch dishes. Conversation and flavors highlight a culture rooted in simplicity and shared values.

Visit the Corning Museum of Glass to marvel at ancient vessels, shimmering contemporary art, and scientific innovations that have shaped everyday life. Watch a live glassblowing demonstration as artisans coax molten glass into elegant forms.

Founded in 1951, the museum holds tens of thousands of pieces spanning 3,500 years. The experience blends art and technology, revealing how a single material refracts culture and craft through time.

Connect With Locals over a Be My Guest experience at Ravine Vineyard, a family-run estate in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Savor a seasonal, farm-to-table lunch paired with small-batch wines that express the region’s cool-climate character.

Hear about sustainable growing practices as you dine amid vines and heritage farm buildings. The setting and hospitality highlight the fertile bounty of the Niagara Peninsula.

Discover Toronto on a guided drive taking in Queen’s Park, vibrant Dundas Square, and the stately Provincial Parliament Buildings along University Avenue. Sense Canada’s commercial and cultural powerhouse in motion.

Skyscrapers edge the waterfront of Lake Ontario while leafy neighborhoods hint at the city’s diversity. This overview highlights districts you may wish to explore more deeply later in the day.

Take in the Gothic silhouette of Parliament Hill and trace the curve of the Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Government buildings, embassies, and leafy boulevards showcase Canada’s elegant capital.

Hear how Indigenous routes, fur trading, and 19th-century engineering shaped the city’s design. Seasonal scenes—from skaters in winter to boats in summer—reveal a capital lived in as much as legislated.

Relish a traditional Cabane à Sucre feast in the countryside, where maple syrup anchors savory and sweet dishes. Long tables, timbered halls, and lively music create a convivial break rooted in Québécois tradition.

Learn how maple tapping and sugar-making, first practiced by Indigenous peoples and adopted by settlers, became a springtime ritual. Hearty, maple-rich recipes offer a flavorful window into rural heritage.

Walk the UNESCO-listed Old Québec, a walled city of cobblestone lanes, stone churches, and European-style squares. Terrace views frame the St. Lawrence River beneath the skyline’s copper roofs.

Unpack military history at the Plains of Abraham and the star-shaped Citadel, where French and British legacies meet. Architecture, language, and cuisine blend into a uniquely North American Francophone tapestry.

Visit a bustling farmers’ market outside Montréal for a regional tasting that pairs artisanal bites with wine and cider. Producers spotlight Québec terroir through cheeses, charcuterie, preserves, and seasonal specialties.

Conversations with vendors reveal farm-to-city connections as you graze. The curated lunch showcases craft beverages and flavors shaped by long winters, fertile summers, and culinary creativity.

Explore Old Montréal’s riverfront heritage at the Old Port of Montréal and lively Place Jacques-Cartier, where markets and street life animate centuries-old streets. Stone facades recall the city’s French colonial roots.

Step inside Notre-Dame Basilica to admire its soaring nave, intricate woodwork, and luminous stained glass. The neo-Gothic design and deep-blue palette create a reverent, theatrical atmosphere unlike any other in Canada.

Journey through Franconia Notch, a granite-walled pass in the White Mountains where forests sweep up to jagged ridgelines. Outlooks reveal waterfalls, lakes, and glacially carved valleys.

Watch for changing light across misty mountain passes and stands of maple and birch. This route offers classic New England scenery—crisp air, rugged peaks, and quiet, cinematic drama.

Follow the Freedom Trail past brick townhouses and green squares to the Old North Church, Faneuil Hall, and Boston Harbor. Red-brick markers connect pivotal sites of protest, faith, and debate.

Hear how colonial grievances became revolution as printers, patriots, and merchants shaped a new republic. The compact trail turns city blocks into chapters of an enduring civic story.

Get your bearings with concise city overviews that highlight key districts and landmarks. Typical routes spotlight Toronto’s university and government quarter, Ottawa’s grand boulevards, and Boston’s storied neighborhoods—prime introductions for independent exploring.

Expect headline sights, helpful commentary, and practical context woven together so you can decide where to linger later. These snapshots balance history, architecture, and local life.

Gather for a celebratory farewell dinner to reflect on highlights from two nations, from capitals and cobblestones to coastlines and cuisine. Raise a glass to new friends and shared discoveries.

Menus often nod to New England flavors as conversation circles back to favorite moments. The historic mood of Boston provides a fitting finale to a richly layered journey.

Ease into the journey over a convivial welcome dinner in Midtown, where you’ll meet your Tour Director and traveling companions. Share first impressions of the skyline and savor classic New York flavors as the city’s energy hums beyond the windows.

Gain insider tips on navigating the boroughs, dining like a local, and making the most of your time. This relaxed introduction sets the tone for a well-orchestrated adventure from America’s most storied city.

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Be welcomed at Madahòkì Farm by an Algonquin host, then walk the Legacy Trail to learn about language, stories, and connections to the land. Engage with teachings that center balance, stewardship, and community.

Feel the rhythm during a Pow Wow dance in traditional regalia and explore a marketplace supporting Indigenous makers. Your visit celebrates living culture while directly supporting local communities.