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Manhattan Sightseeing | Harbor Cruises and Helicoptor Flights
Day Trips & Excursions - Outlying Areas From Manhattan | Foreign Language Tours

MANHATTAN SIGHTSEEING
NYC SHOWBIZ INSIDERS TOUR (TOUR SI) (ENGLISH ONLY)

Fully escorted, backstage insider's peek of the New Amsterdam Theater, home of Disney's "The Lion King", NBC Studio Tour, Radio City Stage Door Tour, lunch at Planet Hollywood and an opportunity to meet a Broadway performer. (Children must be 7 years or older) (8.5 Hours)

MANHATTAN COMPREHENSIVE (TOUR MC) (ENGLISH ONLY)
DELUXE, FULLY ESCORTED CITY TOUR

Full day guided tour includes escorted visit to the Statue of Liberty and/or Ellis Island, the United Nations as well as the best sights of Upper and Lower Manhattan from Harlem to Battery Park. Stops also include St. John the Divine, the largest Gothic Cathedral in the world and a drive along Museum Mile, Central Park to Times Square, Greenwich Village and the Financial District.

Admissions in this tour: Lunch, Ticket for Statue of Liberty/Ellis Island Ferry and admission to the United Nations Tour. (8.5 Hours)

UPTOWN LOOP (TOUR UL (ENGLISH ONLY):

Your 24 hour pass includes hop on, hop off privileges with stops at at Central Park, Lincoln Center, Theater District, Rockefeller Plaza, Radio City, St. Patrick's Cathedral, Fifth Avenue, American Museum of Natural History, Cathedral of John the Divine, Apollo Theatre and Harlem neighborhoods, Metropolitan Museum of Art, Guggenheim and other famous cultural attractions on Museum Mile. All admissions are on your own. (2 Hours)

DOWNTOWN LOOP(TOUR DL) (ENGLISH ONLY):

Your 24 hour pass includes hop on, hop off privileges with stops at the Empire State Building, Greenwich Village, SoHo, Little Italy, South Street Seaport, Times Square, Rockefeller Plaza, Radio City, United Nations, 42nd Street, St. Patrick's Cathedral, Fifth Avenue. All admissions are on your own. (2 Hours)

NIGHT LOOP TOUR (Not hop on, hop off) (TOUR NL) (ENGLISH ONLY)

View over 20 sites from Central Park, Times Square, Empire State Building to Greenwich Village, Soho, Chinatown and Little Italy. See all the glittering lights of the "City that never sleeps" including a stop in Brooklyn for magnificent views of Manhattan's skyline. (2-2.5 Hour)

HOLIDAY LIGHTS TOUR (Not hop on, hop off) (ENGLISH ONLY)
(Available November 26- December 30, 2004.)

.The Night Tour becomes a "Christmas Lights" Tour, featuring animated windows and Holiday decorations at New York's famous department stores, Rockefeller Center's famous giant tree and other unique Manhattan Holiday sights. (2-2.5 Hour)

ALL LOOPS TOUR (TOUR AL) (ENGLISH ONLY)

48 Hour All Loops Tour includes Uptown and Downtown Loops, plus the Night Tour (see descriptions) and offers the best sights in Manhattan. Hop-on, Hop-off privileges are extended at over 40 stops on the Downtown and Uptown Loops. The Night Tour does not offer Hop Off and Hop On) Use connecting transfer points to switch from one tour loop to another.

ALL LOOPS TOUR plus STATUE OF LIBERTY/ELLIS ISLAND FERRY
(TOUR ALS) (ENGLISH ONLY)

(Ferry to Ellis Island is a transfer only, not a narrated harbor cruise)

CLASSIC NEW YORK (48 HOUR PASS) (TOUR ENS)

Classic New York includes All Loop Tour (Uptown Loop, Downtown Loop, Nighttime Loop) plus a ticket for the ferry to Statue of Liberty Observatory, plus admission to the Empire State Building Observatory plus admission to the South Street Seaport Museum. Tickets for the ferry and for the Empire State Building Observatory may be used at anytime during the stay. Visitors may use the Downtown Loop to hop-on and hop-off at Battery Park (embarkation point for ferry to Liberty/Ellis Islands) and at the Empire State Building. Visits are not guided.

Ferry departs from Battery Park (Downtown Loop) approximately every 20 minutes between 9am and 3:45pm in season and less frequent in Winter. First stop is Liberty Island and second stop is Ellis Island. Ferry returns to Battery Park. Summers and holidays, allow 2-3 hours for visiting the Statue of Liberty and 3-4 hours if visiting both the Statue and Ellis Island. Trip on the ferry is not guided

ESSENTIAL NEW YORK-48 HOUR PASS (TOUR ENC)

Essential NY includes All Loop Tour (Uptown Loop, Downtown Loop, Brooklyn Loop and Nighttime Loop) plus a ticket for the ferry to Statue of Liberty/Ellis Islands, plus United Nations Tour admission plus admission to the South Street Seaport Museum. Tickets for the ferry and for the United Nations Tour may be used at anytime during the stay. Visitors may use the Downtown Loop to hop-on and hop-off at Battery Park (embarkation point for ferry to Liberty/Ellis Islands) and at the United Nations. Trip on the ferry is not guided.

Ferry departs from Battery Park (Downtown Loop) approximately every 20 minutes between 9am and 3:45pm in season and less frequent in Winter. First stop is Liberty Island and second stop is Ellis Island. Ferry returns to Battery Park. Summers and holidays, allow 2-3 hours for visiting the Statue of Liberty and 3-4 hours if visiting both the Statue and Ellis Island. Trip on the ferry is not guided

HARLEM ON SUNDAY (TG1)
LANGUAGES: ENGLISH, GERMAN, ITALIAN, SPANISH

The following tours will take you through the rich and diverse Harlem, from the grand row house, Striver's Row to the cobblestone streets of Sylvan Terrace. See 125th Street with its famous landmark, the Apollo Theater, attend an authentic church service and enjoy sounds of soul-stirring gospel music and choirs. (4 Hours)

HARLEM ON SUNDAY WITH GOSPEL BRUNCH (TGA1)
LANGUAGES: ENGLISH, GERMAN, ITALIAN, SPANISH

The following tours will take you through the rich and diverse Harlem, from the grand row house, Striver's Row to the cobblestone streets of Sylvan Terrace. See 125th Street with its famous landmark, the Apollo Theater, attend an authentic church service and enjoy sounds of soul-stirring gospel music and choirs. Service followed by brunch featuring authentic Southern Soul Food and a "live" Gospel Show. (5.5 Hours)

GOSPEL ON WEDNESDAY (TOUR TG3)
LANGUAGES: ENGLISH, GERMAN, ITALIAN, SPANISH

Explore historic and modern Harlem on a fascinating tour of its most famous attractions. Included in this tour is a performance of the talented ARC Gospel Choir. (3 3/4 Hours)

SOUL FOOD AND JAZZ (T4) (EVENING EVENT)
LANGUAGES: ENGLISH & FOREIGN

Tour Harlem at sundown, enjoy a home-styule Soul food dinner and a sizzling live Jazz Show with 2 complimentary cocktails. (5 Hours)

WOODBURY COMMON FACTORY OUTLETS-(TOUR WC)
(UNESCORTED Language N/A)

The shopping trip to Woodbury Common Factory Outlets, located approximately one hour north of Manhattan, includes roundtrip bus ticket and VIP Coupon book for additional discounts to outlet shopping. Woodbury Common, designed like a village offers indoor shopping and restaurants with outside walking areas. Over 200 stores includes Adidas, Banana Republic, Burberry, Calvin Klein, Coach, Donna Karan, Armani, Gucci, Timberland, Versace, Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger, Levi's and The Gap. (Return times are flexible)

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HARBOR CRUISES AND HELICOPTOR FLIGHTS
TASTE OF NEW YORK HELICOPTER SIGHTSEEING FLIGHT (HL1)

(5-7 Minutes) (Daily, Weather permitting)

THE BIG APPLE HELICOPTER SIGHTSEEING FLIGHT (HL2)

(10-12 MINUTES) (Daily, Weather permitting)

NEW YORK HELICOPTER SIGHTSEEING FLIGHT (HL3)

(15-17 MINUTES) (Daily, Weather permitting)

2 HOUR SEMI CIRCLE LINE CRUISE (Year Round) (CL2)

The 2 Hour Semi-Circle cruise captures all the highlights. Knowledgeable and friendly guides bring to life the breathtaking sights and fascinating history of New York City.

3 HOUR FULL ISLAND CIRCLE LINE CRUISE (Year Round) (CL3)

Get the BIG picture aboard the 3-hour Full Island cruise, the only cruise to circumnavigate Manhattan Island. Knowledgeable and friendly guides bring to life the breathtaking sights and fascinating history of New York City.

2 HOUR HARBOR LIGHTS CRUISE (7 PM May - October)

Bask in the glow of the setting sun behind the Statue of Liberty and dazzled by the glistening city lights aboard our favorite "nightcap" cruise of lower Manhattan. Sip your favorite cocktail, listen to a mix of light tour commentary and enjoy!  (2 Hours)

THE BEAST (30 Minute Speedboat Ride) May-October

Take a ride on the wild side for 30 fun-filled minutes on The Beast. Imagine flying across the waters of NY Harbor at 45 mph with a thrill a mile aboard New York's fastest boat ride.

NEW YORK WATERWAY 90 Minute Harbor Cruise (TOUR NYW)

(Complimentary Headphones in English, Spanish, Italian, German, French, Japanese, Portuguese)

Cruise aboard NY Waterway's high-speed catamarans or on its ferries for one of the friendliest experiences on the water. The spectacular itineraries include New York's and the New Jersey coastline, Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, South Street Seaport, Brooklyn Bridge and many other famous sights. A state-of-the-art system provides full commentary in various languages via a comfortable wireless receiver anywhere on board.

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DAY TRIPS & EXCURSIONS - OUTLYING AREAS FROM MANHATTAN
ATLANTIC CITY (UNESCORTED Language N/A) (TOUR AC)

Day Trip to seaside resort on the Atlantic Ocean features historic boardwalk, theme hotels and casinos such as Caesar's Resorts, Taj Mahal, Tropicana, Sands and Bally's. Roundtrip transportation and Casino bonus is included. Anyone under 21 years of age not admitted in the casinos.

HYDE PARK (UNESCORTED Language N/A) (TOUR HP)

Drive through the Hudson Valley to Hyde Park for visit to the Vanderbilt Mansion -home of this famous American family who acquired incredible wealth with the advent of the railroad in the late 1800's; tour the Mansion and walk through the magnificent grounds overlooking the Hudson Valley. Later an optional visit to the home and official Museum of President Franklin D. Roosevelt includes transfer to the home, and to a restaurant. (Lunch is not included) (12.5 hour Day Trip)

NIAGARA FALLS DAY TRIP BY AIR (TOUR NF)
LANGUAGES: Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Roundtrip airfare between NY and Buffalo and half day guided tour of Niagara Falls from the American and Canadian sides. Flight to Buffalo is approximately one hour with transfer by motorcoach to Niagara Falls. Full buffet lunch is included at panoramic restaurant overlooking the Falls followed by Maid of the Mist boat ride (May-October) or Scenic Tunnels (Nov-April).

Afternoon sightseeing tour is followed by transfer back to Buffalo airport for return flight to New York. Passport or proof of U.S. Citizenship required for travel. Non US Citizens may require Canadian visas and must inquire at time of booking. Possession of proper documentation is the responsibility of the passenger. (MORNING DEPARTURE-EVENING RETURN-TIMES BASED ON FLIGHT SCHEDULE AND ARE VARIABLE)

PHILADELPHIA ONE DAY EXCURSION BY TRAIN (TOUR PH)
(UNESCORTED-Language N/A)

Famous as "America's Birthplace" and home to the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, Philadelphia has more American history than any other city in the United States. Travel through the streets and sights dating back to the first days of America. Tour Includes R/T Train Ticket via Amtrak, Day Pass for Hop-on, Hop off sightseeing on Philadelphia Trolley Works and lunch at historic Reading Terminal Market in the heart of downtown.

WASHINGTON, DC ONE DAY EXCURSION BY TRAIN -(TOUR WA)
(MULTI LANGUAGE TOURS AVAILABLE IN WASHINGTON DC)
LANGUAGES: Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

washingtondc.jpg (13318 bytes)Day Trip includes roundtrip train fare between New York and Washington (approx 3-4 hours each way), lunch at the food court inside Union Station and 4 hour sightseeing tour from 2-6pm.

ENGLISH: Choose Tour C with Driver-Guide Stop and visit Lincoln, Vietnam, Korean and Marine Corps (Iwo Jima) Memorials, Arlington Cemetery and Tomb of the Unknowns for Changing of the Guard; View from the coach: US Capitol, Library of Congress, FBI Building, White House, Embassy Row, Georgetown, US Navy Memorial.

OR Choose Multi Lingual Tour with head phones(English, French, German, Italian, Spanish). Stop and visit Lincoln, Vietnam, Korean Memorials and National Air and Space Museum. Photo Stops (Security and traffic permitting): US Capitol and White House. View from the coach: Supreme Court, Library of Congress, FBI Building, Embassy Row, Washington Monument and Marine Corps Memorial (Iwo Jima)

WEST POINT (UNESCORTED) (TOUR WP) (Tour West Point English only)

Drive through the Hudson Valley to West Point and check-in at the West Point Visitors Center to sign up for tour. Minivan will take visitors to the historic Cadet Chapel, landscaped grounds, scenic Trophy Point with stunning vistas over the Hudson River and commemorative landmarks. Guide will provide interesting insights into American history and the part played by West Point as well as details of the life of the most famous American generals and soldiers who graduated from the Academy, from the Civil War to modern times. At certain times of the year visitors may see the cadets on the Parade Grounds.

Time is available to visit the US Military Museum and its outstanding collection.
Tour Includes roundtrip bus transportation, guided (English Only) tour of West Point US Military Academy and discount at local restaurant. (9 Hour Tour)

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FOREIGN LANGUAGE TOURS
CITY TOUR MANHATTAN ML (TOUR ML)
LANGUAGE: FRENCH, GERMAN, ITALIAN, SPANISH

Half-day guided tour featuring the best sights of Upper and Lower Manhattan, from Harlem to Battery Park. Includes a stop at St. John the Divine, the largest Gothic cathedral in the world, for a brief visit. View from the bus: Rockefeller Center, Times Square, Museum Mile, Empire State Building, Greenwich Village, Statue of Liberty, South Street Seaport and other attractions. (4 Hours)

CITY TOUR MANHATTAN plus FERRY TICKET
FOR STATUE OF LIBERTY & ELLIS ISLAND (TOUR MLS)
LANGUAGE: FRENCH, GERMAN, ITALIAN, SPANISH

Half-day guided tour featuring the best sights of Upper and Lower Manhattan, from Harlem to Battery Park. Includes a stop at St. John the Divine, the largest Gothic cathedral in the world, for a brief visit. View from the bus: Rockefeller Center, Times Square, Museum Mile, Empire State Building, Greenwich Village, Statue of Liberty, South Street Seaport and other attractions. ) Included in this pass is a Ferry Ticket for Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. (4 Hours)

CITY TOUR IN FOREIGN LANGUAGES PLUS
DOUBLE DECKER ALL LOOPS TOUR (VALID 48 HOURS) (TOUR MLA)
LANGUAGE: FRENCH, GERMAN, ITALIAN, SPANISH

Combine a half-day guided tour in foreign language with a Hop-on, Hop-off double-decker bus tour (English only) on the second day. Use the double-decker to visit New York's many exciting attractions at your own leisure. (See tours ML and AL for details)

CITY TOUR plus ALL LOOPS DOUBLE DECKER TOUR plus FERRY TICKET FOR STATUE OF LIBERTY & ELLIS ISLAND (TOUR MLAS)
LANGUAGE: FRENCH, GERMAN, ITALIAN, SPANISH

Combine a half-day guided tour in foreign language with a Hop-on, Hop-off double-decker bus tour (English only) on the second day. Use the double-decker to visit New York's many exciting attractions at your own leisure. (See tours ML and AL for details) Included in this pass is a Ferry Ticket for Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.

NEW YORK WATERWAY 90 Minute Harbor Cruise (TOUR NYW)
LANGUAGES: Complimentary Headphones in English, Spanish, Italian, German, French, Japanese, Portuguese

 

NIAGARA FALLS DAY TRIP BY AIR (TOUR NF)
LANGUAGES: Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

 

WASHINGTON, DC ONE DAY EXCURSION BY TRAIN -(TOUR WA)
(MULTI LANGUAGE TOURS AVAILABLE IN WASHINGTON DC)
LANGUAGES: Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

 

HARLEM ON SUNDAY (TG1)
LANGUAGES: ENGLISH, GERMAN, ITALIAN, SPANISH

 

HARLEM ON SUNDAY WITH GOSPEL BRUNCH (TGA1)
LANGUAGES: ENGLISH, GERMAN, ITALIAN, SPANISH

 

GOSPEL ON WEDNESDAY (TOUR TG3)
LANGUAGES: ENGLISH, GERMAN, ITALIAN, SPANISH

 

SOUL FOOD AND JAZZ (T4) (EVENING EVENT)
LANGUAGES: ENGLISH & FOREIGN

 

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