Day 1: Australia - - New York
Depart Australia today. Welcome to
USA! On arrival in New York JFK
airport, following immigration and
custom clearance, as you exit the
arrival terminal, you will be greeted by
our tour guide and transferred to your
hotel.
Home to the Empire State Building, Times Square, Statue of Liberty and other iconic
sites, New York City is a fast-paced, globally influential centre of art, culture, fashion
and finance.
You have free time to explore NYC. Why not head to Times Square, enjoy a
breathtaking first view of flashy billboards, multi lingual people from many cultures,
it is referred to as 'Crossroads of the world'
Day 2: New York (B)
Today, head out on a full day guided tour of New York followed by an open top
double-decker bus tour at night to be dazzled by the city lights. Today’s tour includes
all the cities highlights. Stop at the popular Wall Street Bull statue famous for being
the most iconic image of New York. Board a ferry to view the iconic Statue of Liberty,
which depicts the spirit of America. The Statue of Liberty was a gift from France as a
symbol of Freedom and Democracy. Get an insider look at the legendary Radio City
music Hall. Highlights include; art deco masterpieces and learn the secrets of the great
stage including magnificent grand foyer, 1.8 million cubic feet auditorium, Roxy Suite
and fabulous lounges. Enjoy a view of NY skyline from 102nd floor of the tallest
building in the Western Hemisphere denoting a symbol of strength, solidarity and
endurance, 'Freedom Tower'. Built with an estimate cost of USD 3.8 billion, making it
the most expensive office tower in the world within the complex of the original Twin
Towers World trade centre. Then it is on to one of the most famous department stores,
Macy’s, for some free time for shopping.
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12 Days touring the East
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Day 3: New York - Philadelphia - Washington D.C. (B)
Today we leave New York behind us and make our way to Washington DC. Enroute we
stop at Philadelphia, home of the Liberty Bell! Here, enjoy an 80-minute amphibious Duck
tour of Philadelphia. Enjoy a fun and exciting tour of Philadelphia on land and water give
you a thrilling way of touring this wonderful city. Discover some of the most interesting
landmarks both on land and rolling along the Delaware River; a thrilling experience for the
whole family. View the iconic liberty bell a symbol of American Independence.
Later, proceed to Washington D.C. and enjoy a guided tour of the city. Visit the Capitol
Building, the seat of United State Congress with a 30-minute film taking a journey through
country's struggle to establish democracy. Then, witness the highlights - White House,
Jefferson Memorial, Lincoln Memorial and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. The rest of the
evening is then at leisure.
Day 4: Washington D.C. – Harrisburg (B)
This morning after breakfast we leave Washington D.C. and head for Harrisburg.
Harrisburg played a notable role in American history during the Westward Migration, the
American Civil War, and the Industrial Revolution. During part of the 19th century, the
building of the Pennsylvania Canal and later the Pennsylvania Railroad allowed
Harrisburg to become one of the most industrialized cities in the Northeastern United
States. Before we reach Harrisburg we visit the Smithsonian National Air & Space
Museum. The Smithsonian National Air & Space Museum has thousands of objects on
display, including the 1903 Wright Flyer, Charles Lindbergh's Spirit of St. Louis, the Apollo
11 Command Module Columbia, and a lunar rock you can touch! After, we continue on to
Hershey's Chocolate World where you can learn about the wonders of Chocolate and how
it is made. Continue on to Harrisburg where the rest of the evening is at leisure.
Day 5: Harrisburg - Corning - Niagara falls (U.S. Side) (B)
After breakfast we enjoy an in-depth tour of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Harrisburg is the
capital of Pennsylvania is a priceless architecture and treasure, a majestic symbol of history
and power and an icon of democracy and freedom. After learning about this historical city,
we make our way north to the small town of Corning. Here we have the opportunity to
visit a museum dedicated to art, history and science of glass and host of 45,000 glass objects
in its exhibition space. After we proceed to Niagara Falls on the US side where we check in
to our overnight hotel. Niagara Falls is the collective name for three waterfalls that straddle
the international border between Canada and the United States; more specifically, between
the province of Ontario and the state of New York. Considered one of the greatest
waterfalls in the world, the combined falls form the highest flow rate of any waterfall.
Day 6: Niagara Falls (U.S. Side) (B)
Today we enjoy a full day tour of Niagara Falls. We begin by marvelling at the miracles,
myths and magic of the falls at the Niagara Adventure Theatre and watch a 45-mins IMAX
show on the most amazing natural wonder. After, we stroll along Table Rock, view the
thundering Horseshoe Falls and descend to the famed 'hurricane deck' to feel the thunder
of the falls at the amazing Cave of the Winds.
Later, enjoy the thrill of passing by the base of the falls on the famous "Maid of the Mist"
boat ride. Hear the thundering roar of 600,000 gallons of water falling right before your
eyes. Feel the mighty rush of the mist on your face as your boat edges closer to the
cascading water. It’s the only way to experience one of the world’s most amazing natural
wonders. You have time for an optional scenic helicopter ride (at additional cost). The rest
of the afternoon is then at leisure to explore Niagara at your own pace.
Day 7: Niagara - - Las Vegas (B)
This morning, you will be transferred to the close by Buffalo airport for your flight to Las
Vegas, the glittering entertainment and gambling capital of the world. Please note, some
flights will go via 1 stop, but will only require a short transit. Upon arrival at Las Vegas
airport, you will be transferred to your on-strip Las Vegas hotel.
Later, enjoy an orientation night tour on a Double Decker Bus. Las Vegas comes alive at
night, when the lights of the casinos dazzle the dark sky. Drive down Las Vegas Boulevard
also known as ‘The Strip’ to Fremont Street, an experience not to be missed. See various
theme hotels; catch a glimpse of the dancing waters of the Bellagio fountains. The rest of
the evening is at leisure to enjoy ‘Sin City’ at your own pace.
Day 8: Las Vegas (B)
Today is at leisure to discover this gambler's paradise. If hitting the tables isn’t for you why
not choose an optional tour to see one of the Seven Wonder's of the Natural World - the
Grand Canyon. There are 3 options available -
Optional Tour 1 - Grand Canyon West Rim Ground Tour with Skywalk (13 hrs) - This is a coach
tour with a walk on the Skywalk, a glass bottom bridge leaving you dangling above the canyon floor.
Optional Tour 2 - Grand Canyon West Rim Ground Tour with Skywalk, Helicopter and River boat
ride (13hrs) - This is a coach tour experience with Skywalk with a 15 minute Helicopter ride over
Canyon as well as a 15 minute Canyon river boat ride over Colorado River.
Optional Tour 3 - Grand Canyon West Rim Air Tour With Skywalk, Helicopter and River boat
ride (8 hrs) - Fly like an executive on a deluxe flight from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon aboard an
elite airplane. Enjoy this trip with 15 minute Helicopter ride over Canyon as well as a 15 minute
Canyon river boat ride over Colorado river.
Day 9: Las Vegas - Los Angeles (B)
This morning we leave Las Vegas and begin making our way to Los Angeles. The journey
takes approximately 4 hours. On our way we make a stop at the Tanger outlets for
shopping where you can pick up a bargain on famous international brands like Nike, GAP,
Coach, Calvin Klein and many more. We then continue our journey to L.A. Upon arrival,
enjoy a guided orientation tour of the city of Angels. Drive past the ritzy Beverly Hills, the
famous Sunset Boulevard, Mann's Chinese Theatre, Rodeo Drive, Kodak Theatre and
Hollywood Walk of fame; before catching a glimpse of the renowned 'HOLLYWOOD' sign.
LA runs deeper than just blonde beaches, rolling hills and bumper-to-bumper traffic would
have you believe. LA is best defined by simple life-affirming moments: jazz-age cocktail on
Beverly Blvd, a hike high into the Hollywood Hills sagebrush, a swirling pod of dolphins
off Point Dume, a pink-washed sunset over a thundering Venice Beach drum circle, the
perfect taco. The rest of the evening is yours to enjoy Los Angeles at your own pace.
Day 10: Los Angeles (B)
Today, visit one of the largest movie studios in the world, the Universal Studios. The
highlight of your visit includes a tram tour of the Studios where Hollywood movies are
made and Hollywood's biggest stars work daily. You will find yourself on location of
movie sets like the chilling "Psycho House", the "Lost World: Jurassic Park" and will also
experience special effects on the earthquake ride. Spend time enjoying everything
Universal has to offer, heart-pounding rides and shows that put you inside some of the
world’s biggest movies or just chill out at some of the best shops, restaurants and cinemas
at CityWalk. After returning to the hotel the rest of the evening is free at leisure.
Day 11: Los Angeles - - Seattle (B)
After breakfast we depart for the airport to board a flight to Seattle. On arrival we make
our way to one of Seattle's favourite aviation attractions - the Future of Flight Aviation
Centre for a Boeing Factory Tour. This tour gives you the opportunity to see how airplanes
are made. The facility is home to the 747, 767, 777 and 787 Dreamliner production lines and
is the world's largest building by volume.
We then make our way back to our hotel where there is time to enjoy Seattle. Seattle, on
Puget Sound in the Pacific Northwest, is surrounded by water, mountains and evergreen
forests, and encompasses thousands of acres of parkland (hence its nickname, "Emerald
City"). It’s home to a thriving tech industry, with Microsoft and Amazon.com
headquartered in its metropolitan area.
Day 12: Seattle - Board Alaska Cruise (B,D)
Spend the morning relaxing in the hotel, explore the neighbourhood or soak up the city's
scene in one of the many coffeehouses before being transferred to the port to board your
luxury Celebrity Cruises Alaska voyage of the Inside Passage!
Day 13: At Sea (B,L,D)
Enjoy the day at sea on your luxury ship as it makes its way towards the beautiful inside
passage.
Day 14: Ketchikan (B,L,D)
You've never tasted salmon so fresh. Known as the 'Salmon Capital of the World',
Ketchikan is also the ancestral home of the Tlingit people, who have carved the world's
largest collection of totem poles. If you're up for an adventure, take a canoe and nature trail
excursion through the rain forest or a wilderness exploration followed by a sumptuous
crab feast you can't resist.
Day 15: Tracy Arm Fjord—Juneau (B,L,D)
Tracy Arm Fjord is book-ended by two of Alaska's most dramatic glaciers, the North and
South Sawyer Glacier, and surrounded by granite walls that rise 3,000 feet from the emer-
ald colored seas, this area has everything you've come to Alaska to experience. In Juneau,
Here's your chance to take a glacial dogsled adventure via helicopter in Alaska's capital (on
own account). A city that gracefully balances frontier ruggedness with cosmopolitan flair.
Mendenhall Glacier, a river of ice measuring 1.5 miles in width and over 6 miles in length,
is part of Juneau's Icefield, 1500 square miles of ice that feeds 38 glaciers and ready for you
to take a float trip on it.
Day 16: Skagway—Inside Passage (B,L,D)
In 1897, gold stampeders from all over the world arrived in Skagway by steamship, bound
for the Dawson Gold Fields in Canada's Yukon Territory. It wasn't long before the rough-
and-tumble tent town was festooned with boardwalks, dance halls, inns and saloons. More
than 100 years later, Skagway still retains the feel of those Gold Rush days, though most
travelers now arrive by cruise. Enjoy the day at sea on your luxury ship as it makes its way
through the beautiful inside passage.
Day 17: At Sea (B,L,D)
Enjoy the day at sea on your luxury ship as it makes its way out of the beautiful inside
passage.
Day 18: Victoria (B,L,D)
The capital of British Columbia is also its largest island. This one-time British colony has
retained much of its colonial splendor. Victoria is a seaside enclave that enjoys a temperate
climate. Which is great, because you'll want to explore all the museums, parks and golf
courses Victoria has to offer.
Day 19: Seattle - - Australia (B)
This morning, disembark from your Luxury cruise ship to start your journey home. A
Webjet representative will meet you at the port. After disembarking we proceed on a
sightseeing tour of Seattle. The Emerald City is built on green hills, surrounded by water,
and sandwiched between two mountain ranges. So, it's no surprise that Seattle is renowned
for its natural beauty and outdoor recreation. Seattle's most iconic attraction-the Space
Needle-sits on the grounds of the Seattle Centre, originally the site of the 1962 World's Fair.
From the Space Needle's saucer-shaped observation deck, visitors enjoy views of Puget
Sound and the Olympic and Cascade mountain ranges. Another of Seattle's must-see sights
is Pike Place Market which overlooks the Elliott Bay waterfront. More than a century old,
the market is a place to meet farmers selling produce, artisans hawking specialty cheese
and other food products, flower vendors, and fishmongers. In fact, the "flying fish" at the
Pike Place Fish Market, where the mongers toss salmon, halibut and other fish back to
those wrapping the product for buyers, is one of the most popular shows in town. Finally,
you will be transferred to Seattle airport to board your homeward flight.
Day 20: In flight
Day 21: Australia
Arrive home today.
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