Today, drive to Battery Park and take the ferry to Liberty Island to see the famous Statue of Liberty. We then proceed on a guided tour of New York City - viewing such well-known sights as 5th Avenue, Rockefeller Center, the United Nations Building and New York’s lungs - visit the beautiful Central Park. We also stop at the 9/11 Memorial to pay homage to the hundreds of innocent lives in the World Trade Center attack. Later, we visit ‘One World Observatory’, on levels 100, 101 and 102 of the main building of the rebuilt World Trade Center Complex in Lower Manhattan - the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere, from where we get panoramic views of New York City. Overnight in New York. (B, L, D)
Today, drive to Washington DC, Capital of the United States for a guided tour of the city. Visit the National Air and Space Museum and view aircraft models and displays, such as the ‘Wright Brothers’ first aircraft and Lindberg’s ‘Spirit of St Louis’. On a guided city tour, see the Lincoln Memorial, the Korean Memorial, and Capitol Hill. We also view the White House, home of the US President. (Due to security reasons permission to enter or go near the White House is not given). Overnight in Washington DC. (B, L, D)
Today, we take a boat ride on the ‘Maid of the Mist’ into the heart of the mighty Horseshoe Falls, through crashing waters, surrounded by massive rock formations. (Due to weather conditions, the ‘Maid of the Mist’ operates only from the last week of May. Tours visiting Niagara before the last week of May get a ride on the View Mobile Tram) then visit the Cave of the Winds - during which an elevator ride takes us deep into the Niagara Gorge. Later we take a flight to Las Vegas. Overnight in Las Vegas. (B, L, D)
Today you can enjoy exploring Las Vegas on your own OR we suggest that you take a trip to see the Grand Canyon - a once in a lifetime experience! You can choose to take the Coach Tour, the Highlights Air Tour, the Air and Ground Tour and the Air and Ground tour with Helicopter-cum-Boat tour, with an addon Skywalk option. On an Illumination Tour of ‘Las Vegas by Night’ see the Bellagio Musical Fountains and other dazzling facades along with the ‘Las Vegas Strip’ as we make our way to downtown Las Vegas for the Fremont Street Experience. Here you will see a dazzling display on the world’s largest TV screen with over a million light bulbs covering three city blocks! Later, take a ride upwards on the High Roller - the world’s largest observation wheel, with 28 transparent pods holding 40 passengers each. Overnight in Las Vegas. (B, D)
Today, drive to Los Angeles on arrival we visit Santa Monica beach - one of the most vibrant and glamorous neighborhoods in Los Angeles. Here we take a stroll along the renowned Santa Monica Beach and then visit Third Street Promenade, an upscale shopping, dining, and entertainment car-free zone in downtown Santa Monica. This is more than just a shopping experience since a wide spectrum of street performers display their diverse talents for onlookers. Overnight in Los Angeles. (B, L, D)
Today, visit the famous Universal Studios, a film studio and theme park in the San Fernando Valley area of Los Angeles, where some of Hollywood’s biggest hits are made. Later, on an orientation tour visit the Hollywood Boulevard and see the Hollywood Walk of Fame, the Dolby Theatre - where the Oscars Awards are presented and the TCL Chinese Theatre. Overnight in Los Angeles. (B, D)
Today, we check out and drive to San Francisco. On the way make a photo stop at the Google Headquarters in Sunnyvale. Overnight in San Francisco. (B, L, D)
Today, we proceed on a guided city tour of San Francisco. See landmarks and share the city’s history. Visit the Twin Peaks, which offers a spectacular view of downtown San Francisco. We also visit Lombard Street, stop at the beautiful City Hall and see the Telegraph Hill, Ghirardelli Square, Coit Tower, Little Italy, and Fisherman’s Wharf. Later, drive across the famous Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito. After exploring this stunning city, enjoy a cruise on the San Francisco Bay. Overnight in San Francisco. (B, L, D)
Today, after breakfast your ‘American Experience’ tour ends as you check out of the hotel. It’s time to say goodbye to all the new friends you have made. We hope you take back many wonderful memories of your holiday. Do write and tell us how you enjoyed your tour and give us your suggestions. (B)