Highlights of East and West Coast

12 Nights / 13 Days | 2 Countries / 8 Cities

Highlights of East and West Coast

12 Nights / 13 Days - 2 Countries / 8 Cities

New York City (2N)/Washington, D.C. (1N)/Harrisburg (1N)/Niagara Falls (2N)/Las Vegas (2N)/Los Angeles (1N)/Fresno (1N)/San Francisco (2N)

  • Honeymoon
  • Akbar Recommended
  • Family with Kids

Starting Price Per Adult

₹ 31001

₹ 31001

New York City (2N)/Washington, D.C. (1N)/Harrisburg (1N)/Niagara Falls (2N)/Las Vegas (2N)/Los Angeles (1N)/Fresno (1N)/San Francisco (2N)

  • Honeymoon
  • Akbar Recommended
  • Family with Kids
  • From City

  • Price Category

  • Rooms & Guests 02 Guests

  • Tour Date

  • day 1

  • FULL DAY

    Arrive in New York. Transfer to Hotel

  • EVENING

    Overnight stay at a hotel

  • day 2

  • FULL DAY

    Guided City Tour of New York

  • EVENING

    Overnight stay at a hotel

  • day 3

  • FULL DAY

    Transfer to Washington D.C. Enroute Visit drive to The Mills at Jersey Gardens & Enjoy Guided City Tour of Philadelphia

  • EVENING

    Dinner at an Indian Restaurant

  • day 4

  • FULL DAY

    City Tour of Washington D.C with National Museum of Natural History & Enjoy The Capitol Wheel Ride Excursion

  • EVENING

    Enjoy dinner at an Indian restaurant on the way to the hotel

  • day 5

  • FULL DAY

    Transfer to Niagara. En-route Pennsylvania Capitol Tour, Hershey’s Chocolate World & Corning Museum of Glass. Evening View Illumination of Niagara Falls at Night

  • EVENING

    Check into the hotel and Dinner

  • day 6

  • FULL DAY

    Niagara Adventure Theatre, Maid of the Mist Boat Ride & Visit Cave of the Winds

  • EVENING

    Overnight stay at a hotel

  • day 7

  • FULL DAY

    Transfer to Buffalo Airport for flight (on own) to Las Vegas. Transfer to Hotel & Check-In. After Dinner we enjoy The ‘V’ - The Ultimate Variety Show

  • day 8

  • FULL DAY

    Day Free at Leisure OR Enjoy Optional Tour of Grand Canyon. Evening Enjoy Las Vegas Strip Tour

  • EVENING

    Overnight stay at hotel

  • day 9

  • FULL DAY

    Transfer to Los Angeles. Proceed to Ontario Mills Mall, Enjoy Guided Tour of Los Angeles

  • EVENING

    Overnight stay at hotel

  • day 10

  • FULL DAY

    Visit Universal Studios. Evening Transfer to Fresno

  • EVENING

    Overnight at Hotel in Fresno

  • day 11

  • FULL DAY

    Visit Yosemite National Park & Drive to San Francisco

  • EVENING

    Overnight at the Hotel

  • day 12

  • FULL DAY

    Guided City tour of San Francisco. Enjoy Bay Cruise, Flyer SF & Cable Car (subject to operation)

  • day 13

  • MORNING

    Transfer to San Francisco Airport

Day 1

| New York City

Welcome to New York, one of the most loved by tourists and the greatest city in the world! From the skyscrapers to Central Park, New York City is an explorer’s city. Our representative will be at the airport for a private pick-up. Pick-up details for each airport are mentioned in the itinerary below. Meet your tour manager at 7 pm in the hotel lobby to start the tour. Enjoy a delicious dinner at an Indian restaurant. After dinner, enjoy free time at Times Square on your own to see the city in action at night. Times Square is the place to visit in New York City. This part of the city never sleeps, brightly adorned with animated neon and LED billboards and advertisements; Times Square is at its most spectacular after-dark
Overnight stay at a hotel.
Meals: Dinner

Day 2

| New York City

New York City is the most dynamic and exciting city in America. It is overflowing with activities, tours, monuments, and museums. After breakfast, proceed to the City Tour of New York through the eyes of our experienced tour Guide. You will be enjoying a wonderful New York Drive experience with photo stops at the United Nations Organization, Central Park, Rockefeller Center, The Vessel (Hudson Yard) Brooklyn Bridge, and The Bull. After the city tour, we took the ferry to “The Statue of Liberty” from Battery Park. On arrival at Liberty Island proceed to have lunch on your own. View the world-famous iconic Statue of Liberty symbolizing the country’s freedom. Next, we proceed to the new attraction of New York “The Summit One Vanderbilt” A 93-story super-tall skyscraper. Enjoy a unique experience at SUMMIT with the breathtaking city view.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 3

| Washington, D.C.

Get an early start to your day after breakfast at Indian Restaurant & drive to Philadelphia (approximately 2 hour’s drive without traffic. Next, drive to THE MILLS AT JERSEY GARDENS, the largest shopping mall in New Jersey with more than 200 stores. Enjoy a Lunch (on your own) at one of the many restaurants on your own in the food court. Drive to Philadelphia (approximately 1-1/2 hours' drive without traffic), the largest city in Pennsylvania is also known as America's first world heritage city and the nation's number one historical city. Later we drive to Washington, DC (3.5 hours) for a comfortable dinner at an Indian restaurant.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4

| Harrisburg

Today after breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a City Tour of D.C with a specialized guide covering all the major landmarks. See all the key attractions in DC and learn about the history and trivia that surrounds Washington on this interactive tour of the capital city. You will visit the major monuments on this quick and efficient tour. Explore the “National Museum of Natural History” to view all the different exhibits related to national history. Lunch on your own. The next stop is on the National Harbor. Enjoy the easy ride of DC New Attraction - The Capitol wheel ride, which takes you 180ft high at the river—giving an incredible bird's eye view of the Potomac River. Drive to Harrisburg (around 2 .5 Hrs.) Enjoy dinner at an Indian restaurant on the way to the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5

| Niagara Falls

After breakfast, proceed to do the Pennsylvania Capitol Tour “The Handsomest Building”. The Pennsylvania State Capitol is the seat of government for the U.S. state of Pennsylvania and is in downtown Harrisburg. After an inside peek at the political hub of the state, we proceed to the sweetest destination on the itinerary. HERSHEY'S CHOCOLATE WORLD. Get on an exhilarating chocolate ride that takes you to the origin of chocolate making. Experience the fun and unwrap your chocolate adventure. Enjoy Lunch on your own. Drive to Corning to check out the World’s most comprehensive Glass collection at “The Corning Museum of Glass”. The museum brings the glass to life by having live demonstrations. Proceed to Niagara Falls (Approximately 3 hours of drive from Corning). Dinner at an Indian restaurant en route. View the “Illumination of Niagara Falls at Night”. This illumination includes a range of colors that alternate throughout the evening and shine over all of Niagara Falls & check into the hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6

| Niagara Falls

After breakfast at the hotel, we walked to Niagara Adventure Theatre (IMAX). Next, we take a closer look at the Bridal veil falls in a boat ride abroad “Maid of the Mist” and later proceed to “Cave of the Winds” where you will take an elevator ride- 175 feet below to get to a feel the power of Falls firsthand. Geared up in a souvenir rain poncho and specially designed sandals, guests follow wooden walkways along Niagara River to the Hurricane Deck. Do not forget to take an extra pair of clothes as you will get wet. Evening free on own and enjoy walking near falls and exploring on your own. (No Coach Service will be available on this day)
Overnight stay at a hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 7

| Las Vegas

After breakfast, our representative will pick you up from the hotel for airport transfer based on your individual flights (please note that check-out time is 11 a.m. The packed breakfast option is not available for passengers taking early flights. Your departure flight will be out of BUF - This airport transfer on a private basis is included in your cost.
Important Information:
Domestic Flight Booking on Wednesday - BUFFALO, NY, to Las Vegas. Please reach Vegas by evening at 4 p.m. Hotel Check-in in Vegas is at 4 p.m. The Tour starts at 5:30 P.M., followed by dinner and V Show. There is no refund or rescheduling for not reaching and missing any part of the itinerary.
Please provide the flight information as soon as possible to ensure smooth transfers.
Welcome to LAS VEGAS! It is a pure, exuberant city renowned for its countless casinos, reputation as a party town, bright and colorful neon lights, fantastic hotels, theaters, and many shopping opportunities. The hotel is located right in the heart of the Strip. Stay in the center of the action with everything from unique shows to outdoor shopping plazas. Las Vegas Hotel & Casino will transport you to the City of Lights with the same passion, excitement, and ambiance as any romantic city. Meet your tour manager at 5:30 p.m. on the ground floor near the elevator to start the tour. after dinner, get ready for The ‘V’- The Ultimate Variety Show (V Theater or Saxe Theater inside the Miracle Mile Shops at the Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino), A variety show filled with fun, fast-paced, high-energy specialty acts and daredevil stunts from around the world - Voted Best Las Vegas Show! The show will start at 8.30 p.m. IMP -Due to some reason if you cannot make it to the show – Akbar Holidays is not liable, and there will be no refunds for missing it. A similar kind of show will be given if the V show is not operating. After enjoying the show, please walk to the Hotel Paris.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

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Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 8

| Las Vegas

Today is a free day on your own. If you have booked your GRAND CANYON through us, our Tour manager will drop you off at the pickup location for your tour and Breakfast will be packed for those passengers taking the Grand Canyon coach tours. For passengers choosing not to take the Grand Canyon, we would love to compensate cash per person towards breakfast. Meet your Tour manager in the evening for Dinner at an Indian restaurant. After dinner enjoy your evening with the famous LAS VEGAS STRIP TOUR in the coach. Where you will have an unobstructed view of the Vegas glitz and glamour. Next, proceed to must-see Vegas landmarks. FREMONT STREET EXPERIENCE - VIVA VISION LIGHT SHOWs a sound and light show on an immense canopy screen. This stop will wow you with 12 million LEDs flashing under a four-block-long canopy, with zip liners flying overhead. Overnight stay at hotel.
Note: Only Dinner Transfer by coach!
Meals: Packed Breakfast, Dinner

Day 9

| Los Angeles

Today Indian Breakfast is served before departing to Los Angeles. Enjoy some retail therapy at Ontario Mills Mall. With over 28 million people visiting this outlet, it is one of the top tourist destinations in Southern California. Some of the popular stores include Michael Kors, Tommy Hilfiger Company Store, Abercrombie & Fitch Outlet, Nike Factory Store, and many more. Proceed to do a city tour of Los Angeles. Enjoy a Guided Tour of Los Angeles by our experienced tour guide. Drive through the busy streets of LA, Walk of Fame,
Dolby Theatre and rodeo drive. Get your picture of the famous Hollywood sign from one of the vantage points. Enjoy a wonderful dinner at an Indian restaurant. Check into the Hotel.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 10

| Fresno

After breakfast at the hotel, you will be taken to “Universal Studios” to enjoy the park. This Sprawling Amusement Park with thrilling theme rides, restaurants, shows, shops, and one of the oldest real working movie studios in use is a unique & fun-filled experience for the whole family. We will leave the park in the afternoon (at approximately 4 pm) to proceed to Fresno. Dinner at an Indian restaurant on the way. Overnight at Hotel in Fresno
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 11

| San Francisco

Today after breakfast, you will drive from Fresno to Yosemite National Park (2-hour drive). Yosemite is internationally recognized for its granite cliffs, waterfalls, clear streams, sequoia groves, lakes, mountains, meadows, and glaciers. Marvel at the breathtaking beauty and learn about the history, wildlife, and geology of Yosemite Valley’s most famous sights. From here drive to San Mateo (approximately 4 1/2 hours) to check into your hotel. Enjoy dinner at an Indian restaurant en route. Overnight at Hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 12

| San Francisco

After breakfast at the hotel, you will have a full day to enjoy in San Francisco today. San Francisco’s biggest landmarks and attractions in an awe-inspiring 3D movie that has you flying with your feet dangling over the city by the bay. “The Flyer SFO” is the perfect way to start the city tour of this beautiful and vibrant city. The Flyer—San Francisco combines motion seats, live-action, and computer-generated imagery to simulate flight, and in-theater special effects create a sweeping experience for all your senses after that enjoy the amazing skyline of San Francisco on Bay Cruise with spectacular views of Alcatraz, Golden Gate bridge & Bay Bridge. An Audio tour in 16 languages is available to get the detailed history of this great city. Lunch on your own. Enjoy and discover your city tour guide today will cover all the major highlights of the city in an in-depth City Tour including Twin Peaks, San Francisco's Twin Peaks are two prominent hills near the center of the city. Each one stands at about 922 feet tall, and they offer amazing views of the Bay Area down to the water. Enjoy a wonderful ride aboard Cable Car (the world’s last manually operated Cable car system- if operational).
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 13

| San Francisco

Today after breakfast, check out from the hotel (check-out time is 11 am). The transfer will be provided to the airport

Standard :

New York: New York Marriott Marquis Or Similar

Washington D.C- Marriott Tysons Corner

Harrisburg: Sheraton Harrisburg Hershey Hotel Or Similar

Niagara Falls: Sheraton Niagara Falls Or Similar

Las Vegas: Hotel Paris Or Similar

Los Angeles: Hilton Glendale Or Similar

San Francisco: San Francisco Marriott Marquis Or Similar

Fresno: Courtyard by Marriott Fresno Or Similar

Inclusions

Exclusions

Inclusions

  • All Hotels – Room and Tax only are subject to change in case of acts of God, regulations, or orders of governmental authorities. In case of hotel changes, we will notify you.
  • Airport Transfer on Arrival in New York and Departure from San Francisco is included. Check-in begins at 4 p.m. At the hotel in NY On. An early check can only be guaranteed at an additional cost.
  • Indian Dinners at Restaurant Buffet/ Family style (Choice of Veg, Non-Veg (Halal) & Jain.
  • American buffet Breakfasts and a few Indian breakfasts.
  • The Tour Director in New York will meet at 7 p.m. on Day 1, Thursday, and be with the group till the end of Day 6. In Las Vegas, the Tour Director will meet at 5:30 p.m. on the following Wednesday in the Hotel Lobby.
  • The tour will be conducted in a 55-seater/30-seater/15-seater/van based on the number of people signed up for the tour (request you to check with us one week before the departure date to get information on the size of the vehicle).
  • WIFI is available in hotel lobbies and 55-SEATER Coaches. Internet connection could be spotty in some places. N/A FOR SMALLER VANS/COACHES. (Not guaranteed)


Below Sightseeing’s are part of the Itinerary:

  • CITY TOUR OF NY (GUIDED)
  • STATUE OF LIBERTY
  • THE SUMMIT ONE VANDERBILT
  • THE MILLS AT JERSEY GARDENS
  • CITY TOUR OF PHILADELPHIA (GUIDED)
  • CAPITAL WHEEL AT NATIONAL HARBOR
  • NATIONAL MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY
  • CITY TOUR DC (GUIDED)
  • HERSHEY’S CHOCOLATE WORLD
  • PENNSYLVANIA STATE CAPITOL
  • CORNING MUSEUM OF GLASS
  • ILLUMINATION OF NIAGARA FALLS
  • NIAGARA ADVENTURE THEATRE
  • CAVE OF THE WINDS
  • MAID OF THE MIST
  • V – THE ULTIMATE VARIETY SHOW
  • LAS VEGAS STRIP TOUR
  • ONTARIO MILLS OUTLET
  • CITY TOUR OF LOS ANGELES (GUIDED)
  • UNIVERSAL STUDIOS (9 am to 4 pm)
  • YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK (stop at key points for Photo STOP)
  • THE FLYER SFO
  • BAY CRUISE
  • CITY TOUR OF SAN FRANCISCO (GUIDED)
  • FREE TIME AT FISHERMAN’S WHARF (depending on available time)
  • CABLE CAR (IF OPERATIONAL)


Things to Carry:

  • Rain Coat, Umbrellas (For each one of the guests).
  • Weather-appropriate clothing and Comfortable shoes
  • important documents
  • Tour Voucher, which has all essential contact numbers,
  • Working Credit card - On Guest name - Hotels accept international credit/debit cards - Mastercard, Visa, American Express, and discovery card for all incidental charges with sufficient balance to pay the New York hotel deposit, which gets fully refunded later in case of No Dues
  • Cash for Mandatory tips to pay the driver and your own emergency needs

Exclusions

  • Pick-up from Newark (EWR) International Airport
  • International & Domestic Airfare
  • Visa charges
  • Porterage
  • Optional Cost
  • Cost of Cruise
  • Mandatory Tipping of USD 25 per person on the east coast & USD 25 per person on the west coast
  • Anything not specified under inclusions
  • Expenses of a personal nature such as telephone calls, laundry, etc
  • Surcharge during peak periods & black-out dates
  • All Rooms and offers are subject to availability at the time of confirmation & discretion of the Hotel / Resort


Important information - FLIGHT BOOKING:

  • INTERNATIONAL AND DOMESTIC FLIGHTS are not included in the Tour package. YOUR FLIGHT WILL BE ARRIVING ON THURSDAY IN NY AND DEPARTING OUT OF BUFFALO, NY, ON WEDNESDAY. Hotel check-in in NY is at 4 P.M. Thursday, and check-out is at BUF Niagara Falls by 11 A.M. on Wednesday.
  • Domestic Flight Booking on Wednesday - BUFFALO, NY, to Las Vegas. Please reach Vegas by evening at 4 P.M. Hotel Check-in in Vegas is at 4 P.M. The Tour starts at 5:30 P.M., followed by dinner and V Show. There is no refund or rescheduling for not reaching and missing any part of the itinerary.
  • Your Flight will be DEPARTING OUT OF San Francisco ON Tuesday. Hotel check-in in Vegas is at 4 P.M. on Wednesday, and check-out is at SFO Hotel by 11 A.M. on Tuesday. Please make a note of the same while booking the Flight. Please provide the flight information as soon as possible to ensure smooth transfers.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Policy (Per Person)
Days before departure:Cancellation Charge:
10 days100%
10 to 15 days75% + Non Refundable Component
15 to 30 days30% + Non Refundable Component
Hotel / Air 100% in case of non-refundable ticket / Hotel Room
Cruise / Visa On Actuals

Payment Policy

Payment PolicyOnline Advance as per Website
Within 45 to 30 days prior to the departure of the tour 75% of total tour cost or Non Refundable component whichever is higher
Within 30 days prior to the departure of the tour100% of total tour cost

Terms & Conditions

  • All Prices are in Indian Rupees and are subject to change without prior notice.
  • The prices quoted are subject to availability at the time of confirmation, we are currently not holding any blocking against the sent quotation.
  • Tour prices are valid for Indian Nationals and foreigners holding Indian Resident permits.
  • Booking confirmations are subject to availability.
  • All Hotels Rooms are subject to availability
  • We are not holding any reservations for air seats, hotel rooms, conference rooms, etc. The final availability status will only be known when we request bookings.
  • Holiday Surcharge will be additional if applicable
  • Any overstay expenses due to delay change or cancellation in flight will be on the guest's own & Akbar Holidays will not be held liable for such expenses however we will provide the best possible assistance.

IMPORTANT NOTES

  • Please make sure to collect the Contact information of the tour manager details. Please reconfirm the hotel list before your travel date.
  • A valid contact number for the passenger is a must at the time of reservation to ensure smooth transfers. Passengers need to wear masks upon entering the vehicle for their pickup.
  • For the comfort of all passengers, we request passengers travel light (recommended luggage: One carry-on and One International size suitcase.
  • All the hotels/restaurants/attractions confirmed for this tour comply with COVID guidelines as mandated by CDC. Passengers will have to follow the rules when on the premises of their respective hotels.
  • Check-in time at the hotel on the East Coast is 3 pm while check-out is 11 am. In Orlando check in at 3 pm, check out at 11 am, and on the West Coast 4 pm and 11 am. If the guests want to extend their stay, they can contact the front desk and request them.
  • Porterage/Baggage Handling is not a part of the tour. If the guests require this service, they can contact the bell desk at the respective hotel and pay on their own.
  • Our Tour manager will meet the group in the hotel lobby at 7 pm on the East Coast and 6 pm on the West Coast at the Hotel elevator.
  • We have a couple of locations where restaurants are within walking distance from the hotel. Passengers, not keen on walking, can take an Uber or a cab to their destination on their own.
  • Wheelchair passengers, if planning on joining our tour will need to have someone travel with them to assist the passengers. The tour manager will be unable to provide aid. Also, please note that our coaches are not equipped for handicapped travelers.
  • Seating Arrangements on the bus will be first come first serve. The coach size will vary based on the number of passengers. This can be a 15-seater/25-seater/30-seater/55-seater. For van tours below 15 passengers, we will have a Driver as the Tour leader.
  • All documents for Orlando (Park tickets/Cruise if booked by us will be handed over by the tour manager on the East Coast. Please inform the passengers that there will be no tour manager for the Orlando portion.
  • Akbar Holidays is not responsible for lost Valuables/Travel documents. We request the passengers take care of their personal belongings.
  • Hotel in NY/ORLANDO/VEGAS will ask for CC with your name on the card at the time of check-in towards incidentals. The hotel usually puts a hold on the CC and this hold will be released if no expenses are incurred. It usually takes anywhere from 1-2 business weeks for the charge to disappear on the Credit statement. Make sure to get a Zero statement balance from the hotel. If paying cash to the front desk, please make sure to collect the same before checking out.
  • In Vegas, Check-in is required to be done by passengers themselves. Please expect a long wait during a check at the hotel front desk.
  • There is no water or kettle provided in the Vegas hotel.
  • We charge a late fee for bookings that come in within 10 days of travel. This will be $50 per person on DBL Occupancy & USD 100 on Single Occupancy. A $35 wire transfer fee applies for all bank transactions.
  • The passengers are liable to pay for any damages caused while on tour either at the hotel they are staying in: on coach or at restaurants and attractions. We will collect the valued amount before the end of the tour.
  • We strongly encourage all passengers to buy optional tours through us. We are not responsible for any bookings made on your own. Also, if the passengers are deviating from the itinerary, this must be mentioned clearly in the email and acknowledged.
  • We recommend that the passengers have NO political and religious discussions during the travel. This is a vacation package that is open to everyone irrespective of their difference.
  • Because of the current scenario, all breakfast and dinner will be Ala Carte and brought to the table. We request the passenger follow the guidelines of the restaurant.
  • The Weather can vary considerably depending on the month of travel. Please make sure to have weather-appropriate clothing. Walking shoes and an umbrella are recommended.
  • The tour leader has the right to change the itinerary based on Weather and traffic conditions. Please follow protocol while on tour. In case of any breakdown, we will try our best to fix the problem. However, no monetary compensation will be provided. In case of natural Calamities and wildfires, the route and itinerary will change without prior notification.
  • Akbar Holidays does not hold any responsibility for any injuries or accidents that might happen while on tour. Passengers are requested to carry Insurance with them to safeguard themselves in case of any eventuality. Our Tour managers will do all they can to aid the passengers in their time of need.
  • Children under 2 years travel free. Child price applies for children between the ages of 3 years to 9 years. 9 years and Older are adults.
  • The standard room has a bed. For 2 or more passengers (maximum occupancy is 4 per room, we will book a room with two double beds. For parents traveling with children, we will book a room with 2 beds. Rollaway beds are not allowed in a room with 2 beds. We try our best to accommodate your room request regarding view and category. This request is subject to the hotel and cannot be guaranteed. Our Pricing for the hotels includes room rate, taxes, and Breakfast if applicable. The passengers are liable to pay for any additional incidentals that they may incur at the hotel.
  • In no event, we are liable to you for any Indirect, Special, Incidental, or consequential damages
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