Day Trips From New York City to visit Boston - Washington - Philly - Hamptons

Available Itineraries and Tour Options

These are the 4 Day Trips departing from NYC. Possibly the easiest and most convenient way to visit these cities and regions from Midtown Manhattan.

Boston Day Trip

Exploring Boston in just one day, it's not an easy task! This is a super packed itinerary, it will take you approx. 4.5 hour to arrive in Boston where you will spend at least 4 to 5 hours exploring some of the most iconic site along the Freedom Trail including the State House and the site of the Boston Massacre. You will have free time for lunch by the Quincy Market to later continue to the site of the Boston tea party and cross the Charles river to visit Harvard university before making your way back to the city for a late evening arrival. 

 

Washington DC Day Trip

Our nation's capital has so much to offer. This is also a fast pace and packed itinerary.  You will start the sightseeing with a visit to Arlington National Cemetery to pay homage to the Kennedy gravesite. You will then continue with some of the most important memorials including the Vietnam, the Lincoln and the War of the two Koreas. Of course you will stop for some panoramic pictures by the White House and Capitol Hill, and you will have free time to visit the famous Museum of Air and Space where you can also grab a quick bite before making your way back to nyc for a late evening arrival.

 

Philadelphia Day Trip

The city of Brotherly love Philadelphia is located only 1.45 minutes from NYC so it won't take too long to get there. During the morning tour around the historic district, you will discover some of the most important sites including Independence Hall and the first US Congress Hall in use while DC was under construction and where George Washington held his second Inauguration. You will also see the oldest inhabited street of the United States -- Elfreth's Alley and the House of Betsy Ross. In the afternoon, the tour will take you towards Pennsylvania country side, specifically Lancaster County, where you can learn more about the Amish community and even ride a buggy. You will arrive in NYC in the late afternoon/early evening.

 

Summer Experience: The Hamptons Day Trip

It's summer time in the city and nothing beats the sandy beaches of the Hamptons. Located in the south-east shore of Long Island. Whether you first heard of the Hamptons from magazines or by watching Tv-series such as Gossip Girls and Revenge, you probably know that they are exclusive beaches where wealthy NYers escape to in the Summer. Famous residents include Oprah, Spielberg, Martha Stewart and many others. What you might not know is they are also very quaint, charming historic towns with well-appointed Main Streets. During the tour you will stop in South Hampton, East Hampton and Sag Harbor. You will be back in the city by late afternoon/early evening. 

 

Answering Top-asked Questions

How are these tours conducted?

These are group tours aboard buses (or minivans) and escorted by professional tour guides. They leave from Midtown Manhattan (approx. 6:30 am) and return to the same location roughly between 7 pm and 9 pm depending on traffic. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee a set arrival time. Tour guides are all licensed, and they may speak up to 2  different languages.

Who should consider taking these tours?

If you don't have much time and still want to visit a different city, if you like being in a group setting and don't mind the fast pace of the tour, then these day trips may very well be the most advantageous (yes, even money-wise) way to see these cities.

What alternatives do I have?

Well, if you want something a bit more dedicated and customized, we do offer the same tours in a private format, of course, they are much more expensive, but if you are a family or a group of friends, it might actually make sense to take a look at the private option because once you divide the price per person it might not be that much more expensive.
You can also decide to simply hop on a Greyhound Bus or Amtrak Train, but then you are on your own without a Guide, so you will be responsible to research and plan the itinerary once you arrive at your destination and coordinate everything.

Can I cancel or change the date?

You have up to 4 days before the tour to either cancel for a full refund or change the date with no penalty.

How do I make a reservation?

Whenever you are ready to book, just pick which destination(s) you will like to explore and fill out the form below to reserve your spot. You will receive instant confirmation and you have until 2 weeks prior your tour day to make the full payment and secure your spot.

• Air-conditioned Bus or Van & Professional Tour Guide
• Sightseeing Tour
• Tour Guide

• Gratuities (Recommended $5 for the Guide and $5 for the Driver per person)
• Food & Beverages
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Everything else not specifically outlined in the "What’s Included"

• You can cancel free of charge until 3 days before your reservation starts. After that time, no refunds will be made.
• For the comfort and safety of all passengers, the following conditions apply: Smoking is not permitted on the motor coach. Stops are provided in route. Seat Rotation occurs at the discretion of the guide.
• For every reservation, there must be at least 1 person who is 18 years of age. This person will be responsible for the behavior and well-being of any passengers on this reservation.  

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