Discover Washington, Philadelphia and New York City on this captivating guided tour of past and present. Experience a plethora of historical, cultural and natural highlights. Tour the United States’ capital, Washington. Visit the Smithsonian Institute, White House, Arlington National Cemetery, historic Old Town Alexandria, George Washington's home at Mount Vernon and much more. Gettysburg and learn about the American Civil War. You’ll follow in the founding fathers' footsteps with The Constitutional, a free and fun-filled activity for young and old alike. The Constitutional takes you on a self-guided walking journey through America's most historic square mile. Enjoy Philadelphia’s Franklin Institute, Fels Planetarium Show, Adventure Aquarium, Philadelphia Zoo, National Constitution Center and The Academy of Natural Sciences. From here it’s off to the Big Apple, New York City. Enjoy a dinner cruise passing through Liberty Island, the majestic Verrazzano Bridge and the historical Brooklyn Bridge. Take a guided tour of the city, experience Times Square, Madison Square Garden, Macy's, Empire State Building, SoHo, Chinatown, Little Italy, Site of the World Trade Center, Wall Street, Financial District, Battery Park South Street Seaport, Lower East Side, United Nations, Rockefeller Center, Carnegie Hall, Broadway Theatre District and much more. This tour includes a ferry ticket to Liberty Island - home of the Statue of Liberty National Monument, and to Ellis Island - home of the Immigration Museum. View the majestic New York City skyline with a ticket to either the Empire State Building or Top of the Rock Observation decks.
Enjoy handsome hotels, day cruise, numerous entry fees, private airport transfers, 24/7 Kensington support & much more.

Washington, D.C. (District of Columbia) is the capital of the United States of America. It is a planned city, designed specifically to house the federal government. Its history, beautiful architecture, and excellent cultural centers attract millions of visitors each year. Virtually all of D.C.'s tourists flock to the Mall, a two-mile long, beautiful stretch of parkland that comprises many of the city's monuments and museums, but other city neighbourhoods have their own charms. Dupont Circle and Adams Morgan have superb cafes and the best nightlife. Georgetown has upscale shopping and don't miss the National Cathedral and Zoo.

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport transfer with private vehicle and professional driver.

Washington, D.C. is one of the world’s great capitals, and the Mall is the heart of almost every visitor’s trip to the city. This expanse of green, stretching due west from the Capitol to the Washington Monument, is lined on the north and south by some of America’s finest museums, almost all of which are free. Some of the highlights include: Washington Monument: The epitome of a landmark attraction, this 555-foot, 5-inch obelisk on the west end of the Mall is visible from nearly everywhere in the city. Ride to the top for unforgettable views of the District, Maryland, and Virginia. National Gallery Sculpture Garden: take a stroll in the sculpture garden next to the National Gallery of Art’s West building. The huge central fountain becomes a skating rink in winter. Smithsonian Institution Building: Better known as the Castle, this red-sandstone building houses the Smithsonian Information Center. Ride on the old-fashioned carousel in front of the building. National Gallery of Art: Outside of the art gallery itself which is very impressive, you can find one of the country’s largest selections of books on art and art history, along with beautiful posters, prints, reproductions, stationery, and gifts.

Located in the fashionable Dupont Circle area of Washington, D.C., The Courtyard Northwest has re-opened its doors after an extensive $6.5million refurbishment. The hotel will showcase new floor to ceiling windows offering panoramic views, of Washington DC

Overnight at Courtyard Dupont Circle.

Travel through picturesque country to Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, a town steeped in historic interest on a shared, full day tour (10.5hrs). The day is devoted to a tour of the town and the historic battlefield. The Gettysburg Diorama, one of the largest Miniature Military Dioramas in the United States, gives a narrated history of the Battle, accompanied by sound and light effects. The commentary of the tour guides will help you to understand more clearly than ever before the story of the largest battle ever fought on U.S. soil. View Cemetery Ridge where Abraham Lincoln delivered his famous Gettysburg Address. Visit the restored home of George Washington Shriver and see where Confederate sharpshooters were killed - where Civil War bullets and medical equipment were discovered 133 years later. You will stop near General Pickett's, where you can enjoy lunch on your own.

Overnight at Courtyard Dupont Circle.

Philadelphia, often referred to as "Philly", is located in south-eastern Pennsylvania on the southern fringe of the mid-Atlantic region. It is the fourth-largest urban area in the United States. Philadelphia was the birthplace of America's modern democracy where the founding fathers signed the Declaration of Independence. The Liberty Bell and Independence Square in Old City are tourist highlights. Center City features the swish shopping of Walnut St, and modern cafes and restaurants around Rittenhouse Square. South Philly features little Italy and the age old question - whether to get a Pat's or Gino's authentic Philly cheese steak sandwich.

Transfer using a local taxi (available and economical).

Sit back and relax on your train ride between Washington and Philadelphia. Train duration is approximately 2 hours on the regular, regional train and an hour and thirty minutes on the Acela high speed train (which is significantly more expensive). There are multiple departures throughout the day. Please let your Kensington Tours Sales Advisor know if you would like to change the type of train you would like to travel on (Regional or Fast speed) and/or class of service and adjustments can be made in advance where needs be.

Transfer using a local taxi (available and economical).

Follow in the Founding Fathers' footsteps with The Constitutional, a free and fun-filled activity for young and old alike. The Constitutional takes you on a self-guided walking journey through America's most historic square mile - the birthplace of the nation. Step back in time to see where The Declaration of Independence and The United States Constitution were created. The 3-mile outdoor journey features more than 30 historical sites in the Independence Mall area, including the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and the National Constitution Center. Pick up a free brochure at the Independence Visitor Center, National Constitution Center, Pennsylvania Convention Center, Betsy Ross House, area hotels and other historic attractions in the Independence Mall area.

Just one mile from central Philadelphia, the Hilton Inn at Penn sits in the middle of the busy Penn campus, adjacent to the bookstore; the university’s museum is a half-mile away. This hotel features an interior designed in the Arts and Crafts style, and a comfortable Living Room with two gas fireplaces and well-stocked bookcases. The inn’s 238 guestrooms offer generous pull-out desks with ergonomic chairs, two dual-line phones, laptop-sized safes, and high-speed Internet access.

Overnight at Hilton Inn at Penn (4*).

With your Philadelphia City pass you can save money on many attractions and avoid line-ups. Inside your Philadelphia CityPass booklet are six actual admission tickets, each with a little tip revealing a CityPass secret to skip main ticket lines. Philadelphia CityPass offer one admission to each of the following attractions: The Franklin Institute: general admission & Fels Planetarium Show, Adventure Aquarium: general admission Phila Trolley & The Big Bus Company: unlimited on-off privileges at 20 stops on trolleys & double-decker buses within 24 hours of validation (during operating hours), Philadelphia Zoo: general admission , National Constitution Center: next available timed entrance for general admission , The Academy of Natural Sciences: general admission OR Eastern State Penitentiary: general admission.

Overnight at Hilton Inn at Penn (4*).

New York City, the biggest city in the United States, lies at the mouth of the Hudson River in the southern most part of the state, which is part of the Mid-Atlantic region of the USA. New York City consists of five boroughs, Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, and Staten Island. Each borough has a unique culture and could be a large city in its own right. Visitors to Manhattan usually divide their time between Downtown (Wall St, Liberty Island ferry, Chinatown, SoHo, East Village), Midtown (Times Square, Theatres, Empire State, 5th Ave stores, Chelsea, Gramercy), and Uptown (Central Park, Upper East Side museums, Harlem, Upper West cafes).

Transfer using a local taxi (available and economical).

Enjoy your train ride between Philadelphia and New York City, Penn Station. The duration is approximately 1 hr and 30 minutes on the Regional train and 1 hr 15 minutes on the Acela express with frequent daily service, and affordable fares.

Transfer using a local taxi (available and economical).

The Big Apple has so much to offer you can't possible see it all in one visit. Speak to your Sales Advisor to make this the trip of your dreams! Here are a few things that we suggest visiting; Empire State Building, American Museum of Natural History, Guggenheim Museum, The Metropolitan Museum of Art and The Cloisters, Madame Tussauds, Top of the Rock or a Manhattan Helicopter tour. If there is something that you want to see, please just ask.

New York City has just as much to offer in the evening as during the day! Enjoy a Broadway show, a pub crawl to one of the many famous drinking establishments, or a private night time city tour in a limousine followed by a dinner at a jazz, blues or Latin club with live music. Alternatively, you may like to consider a night at the Opera, a night time cruise aboard the Staten Island Ferry Boat passing through Liberty Island, the majestic Verrazzano Bridge and the historical Brooklyn Bridge with a light dinner before being transferred back to the hotel. If any of this interest you, please ask one of our specialists about any of these tour options.

The Best Western President Hotel at Times Square is conveniently located within walking distance of many of the city's finest attractions including the Empire State Building, Radio City Music Hall, Today Show and world-famous Museums. Guests can enjoy a peaceful walk through Central Park or a New York Knicks and New York Rangers game at Madison Square Garden. The hotel is just minutes away from Broadway theatres, 5th Avenue shopping and more!

Overnight at Best Western President Hotel at Times Square.

Take the hop on hop off bus through Manhattan and stop as often as you wish at the many places of interest along the route. View the most famous neighborhoods, attractions and places of interest: Times Square, Madison Square Garden, Macy's, Empire State Building, SoHo, Chinatown, Little Italy, Site of the World Trade Center, Wall Street, Financial District, Battery Park South Street Seaport, Lower East Side, United Nations, Rockefeller Center, Carnegie Hall, Broadway Theatre District and much more. This tour includes a ferry ticket to Liberty Island (admission not included) - home of the Statue of Liberty National Monument, and to Ellis Island - home of the Immigration Museum. View the majestic New York City skyline with a ticket to either the Empire State Building or Top of the Rock Observation decks (choose one).

Enjoy a relaxed and refreshing 3-hour cruise as you discover the secrets of the city. You'll circumnavigate Manhattan Island and see it all: 3 Rivers, 7 major bridges, 5 boroughs, 25+ world renowned landmarks and Magnificent close-ups of the Statue of Liberty. Discover Manhattan like the great explorers and see the city and the outer boroughs via the water.

Overnight at Best Western President Hotel at Times Square.

Take a private transfer to La Guardia airport in the comfort of a private vehicle with a professional driver.

Kensington Tours donates a portion of proceeds to our charitable initiative www.kensingtoncares.com which supports education-based initiatives in disadvantaged communities.

Depart from International Airport. End of itinerary.

Overnight at Depart (Int`l Airport) (standard).