Top New York Seasonal & Special Occasions - page 2

Follow the money and learn how the stock market works on this informative walking tour of Wall Street and the Financial District. As your guide leads you through the narrow streets of old New York City, taking you past historic sites including Federal Hall and Trinity Church, they’ll recount for you the history of the New York Stock Exchange as well as covering more recent financial crises and scandals.

Admire some of the most spectacular views of the Manhattan skyline, New York Harbor, and Statue of Liberty when you book this cruise. Make your own way to Pier 36, hop aboard your vessel, and take to the water; you can also choose a sunset departure time for added drama. During your excursion, you’ll glide past Lady Liberty, Ellis Island, and the Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges—and will enjoy marvelous views of the skyline.

Niagara Falls is one of the world's most famous natural wonders and this overnight tour lets you experience the majestic Falls. Admire spectacular views of American Falls and Horseshoe Falls, get up close to the falls on a Niagara Falls boat cruise (in season), and see the falls lit up at night. After a comfortable hotel stay and breakfast, continue to one of the region's largest outlet malls before returning to New York City.

Admire a perspective on New York City that many visitors miss during this sunset cruise. Sail down the Hudson River aboard a 1920s replica yacht, and enjoy a drink of your choice.You can take in Ellis Island and Lady Liberty, and Battery Park, and watch as the sun sets over the Manhattan skyline. Both indoor and outdoor observation areas are available.

Delve below the surface of one of Manhattan's most popular neighborhoods during this in-depth walking tour of Greenwich Village. See the place artists, writers and radicals called home and learn about the impact this corner of NYC made on music, pop culture, literature and politics. Your guide will share how Greenwich Village became the proving ground for workers rights, gay and civil rights, and more.

Step back in time, and follow in the footsteps of some of Harlem’s most celebrated former residents, when you embark on a small-group walking tour. As you explore, you’ll learn all about the Harlem Renaissance: the explosive period of artistic and intellectual development that forever changed the neighborhood. Listen to music from the 1920s as you go, and hear stories about figures the likes of Billie Holiday, Duke Ellington, and Langston Hughes. You’ll also visit key neighborhood sights, including the Apollo Theater.

Step aboard one of our 1920s-style yachts with teak decks, large observation windows, and aesthetically-pleasing decor for a leisurely weekend brunch cruise. Cruise around NY Harbor, seeing all the major sights while enjoying a prix fixe brunch served in our main salon. Our menu is packed with delicious New York State foods and local goods from NYC purveyors: fresh bagels and bakery, seasonal fruit, craft meat, fresh seasonal salad, frittata, a classic smoked salmon display, and pastries.

Experience Brooklyn like a local on a cycling tour through the borough’s hippest neighborhoods, including tough-to-reach areas that visitors often miss. Avoid the stress of navigating on your own as you follow a guide to popular landmarks and hidden gems, including breweries and eateries to rest and refuel. Photo stops and complimentary tastings along the way make this a popular choice for active New York visitors.

Discover the cultural delights and delectable bites of Brooklyn on a culinary walking tour of the Williamsburg neighborhood. Delve into the rich culinary history of the area with your guide, visiting iconic eateries to sample treats like homemade ice cream and what is considered the best pizza in Brooklyn. Pleasure your palate with tastings interspersed with vibrant street art and panoramic vistas of New York’s globally renowned skyline.

Most visitors to Greenwich Village never get past its contemporary vibe, but with this tour through the Village's Italian neighborhood, you can enjoy the insights of an insider guide to experience the authentic (and delicious) side of the area. Visit local haunts and historic sites, follow the footsteps of the Village’s most famous historic Italian community and sample classic Italian foods at landmark eateries.

New York City is a shopping paradise, with a bounty of choices for vintage fashion lovers. Skip right to the good stuff on this guided tour of the city’s best vintage and fashion resale shops with a shopping expert. Get a local's view of the city while walking and taking buses or subways between locations, and pop in to shop at several different second-hand stores. You will receive a printout of my exclusive mapped guide, revealing an additional 120+

Experience one of the country’s most famous sights with a day trip to Niagara Falls from Manhattan. See the waterfalls from many different vantage points and have some time to explore Niagara Falls State Park on your own. Upgrade to experience an in-season ride on the Maid of the Mist, and have plenty of great photo ops. Plus, leave the worry of driving and navigating to your guide.

New York's iconic landmarks, mighty rivers, and islands are even more impressive from the air. On this tour, soar over Manhattan’s most famous sights in a helicopter and enjoy spectacular aerial views of the Big Apple. There's plenty of time time to see Liberty Island, the Empire State Building, and Governor’s Island, all while enjoying perspectives that few other visitors to the city get to see.

If your connecting flight in New York requires you to change airports, eliminate the stress of unknown travel times and catching a taxi with this convenient private transfer. A professional driver will pick you up at your arrival airport—JFK International Airport, LaGuardia Airport, or Newark Liberty International Airport—and take you directly to the airport where your next flight departs.

Prebook your Bronx Zoo admission ticket for this popular New York City attraction and gain access to the zoo’s exhibits and rides on the day you prefer to go. The zoo is celebrating 125 years of its love for animals, making it a great time for a visit. Along with favorite exhibits, such as the children’s petting zoo and JungleWorld, explore the new Animal Chronicles walking trail which features immersive eco-sculptures showing guests the zoo’s history of protecting endangered animals.

Delve deeper into the food and multicultural history of Manhattan’s Lower East Side than you could alone on this small-group walking tour. Rather than guessing at eateries and foods to try, let a guide showcase local hotspots and specialties; and chart their European, Jewish, and other cultural roots. Taste snacks such as “knish” doughballs, “bialy” filled rolls, and more; and learn stories of 19th-century immigrant life that many travelers miss.

New York is a fashion-forward city, so if you want to shop in the Big Apple don't miss this bargain hunter's dream excursion to the famous brand-name outlet shops at Woodbury Common. Just hop on your bus in Midtown Manhattan, and enjoy direct travel to an outlet mall that's packed with 220 designer and brand-name stores to suit every taste. Best of all, with a variety of convenient departure and return times, you can easily pick a visit that fits your schedule and enjoy ample time to shop.

Visit four of the most popular destinations in the Northeast on this epic 4-day adventure from New York City. Marvel at Niagara Falls on a boat cruise beneath the falls, discover local life in New Jersey and Philadelphia, ride an Amish Buggy through Amish country, and visit the historic monuments of Washington DC.

See New York City during its glittering, festive best—and enjoy a romantic way to explore—on a private, 45-minute horse-and-carriage ride. Meet your driver in Midtown Manhattan for a prompt departure at your predetermined time, and set off after dark to make the most of the twinkling lights. You’ll see many Central Park highlights before heading down Fifth Avenue to admire the holiday window displays, glimpse the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, and more.

Explore the nightlife of New York City on a tour that guarantees skip-the-line access at top venues. You might visit a bar, speakeasy, live music hall, rooftop lounge, or dance club depending on what’s available that evening. Travel with a small group and guide who provides free admission as you meet new people during this worry-free night out in New York.

Discover New York's scenic Long Island wine country without having to worry about transportation on this hassle-free return coach trip from Midtown Manhattan. Visit two award-winning wineries and taste several selections at each vineyard. Learn about the different wines at each stop from your sommelier guide, and savor locally sourced artisan fare, including sandwiches and light bites, to complement your wine tastings.

Get a totally different and exciting perspective on New York: from a fun dinner cruise that floats around New York Harbor and Manhattan offering stunning views of the city and some of the world's most famous landmarks, from the Statue of Liberty to the Brooklyn Bridge to the Empire State Building. Indulge in a delicious buffet dinner and then groove to the onboard DJ'ed music being spun. Add this dinner cruise to your New York itinerary today!

Swap the Big Apple for a day in history-steeped Boston undistracted by transportation worries. Travel to the city by comfortable vehicle, and enjoy a comprehensive tour of its highlights with the benefit of a guide for commentary. Stroll around Cambridge’s Harvard Yard, admire the city’s Revolutionary-era landmarks along the Freedom Trail, and enjoy free time for a lunch of local favorites such as clam chowder at Quincy Market.