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East Coast USA Holidays
Enjoy historic cities packed with fabulous museums, galleries and some of the world’s best shopping. Can't decide which city to pick? The Eastern Seaboard is well connected by rail, so why not jump on board the Acela Express and take the train between Boson, NYC, Philadelphia and Washington!
Take to the open road to discover beautiful coastlines punctuated by rocky coves and long sandy beaches. Or head inland for forest landscapes dotted with tranquil lakes and mountain trails with stunning vistas.
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OUR HOLIDAYS TO EASTERN USA
Here's a selection of our most popular holidays in the Eastern USA.
If you'd like to see how you could fit this region into a wider exploration of the country - take a look at our USA Holidays page.
If you'd like to see how you could fit this region into a wider exploration of the country - take a look at our USA Holidays page.
Best of New England
15 days / 14 nights
from £1,565
Boston White Mountains Cape Cod
from £1,565
Best of Eastern USA by Rail
13 days / 12 nights
from £1,322
Washington DC Philadelphia New York Boston
from £1,322
Capital Region & The Blue Ridge Mountains
12 days / 11 nights
from £1,336
Washington DC Shenandoah National Park Eastern Shore
from £1,336
Maritime New England & New York
14 days / 13 nights
from £1,582
Boston Newport Southampton New York
from £1,582
Empire State & Niagara Wanderer
14 days / 13 nights
from £1,324
New York & Toronto Adirondacks Niagara Falls
from £1,324
Eastern Discovery
11 days / 10 nights
from £1,265
Guided walking tour of Boston’s historic Freedom Trail Travel through picturesque New England’s mountain villages Guided tour of Quebec City Tour of Gettysburg National Military Park Visit to Amish farmhouse and museum City tour of Washington DC Visit to the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia
from £1,265
Classic New England & The Adirondacks - Motorhome Holiday
11 days / 10 nights
from £949
Boston Acadia National Park Lake Placid
from £949
Classic Transatlantic & New York City
10 nights
from £1699
With its compact size and streets – architectural treasures, old world cafes and atmospheric booksellers – New York is a wanderer’s delight. Spend three days in the Big Apple before sailing to Southampton in complete style on the world’s most iconic ocean liner before flying home.
from £1699
With its compact size and streets – architectural treasures, old world cafes and atmospheric booksellers – New York is a wanderer’s delight. Spend three days in the Big Apple before sailing to Southampton in complete style on the world’s most iconic ocean liner before flying home.
WHERE TO GO IN EASTERN USA
New York
New York, the most famous city in the world, is an exciting mix of world famous sightseeing, trendy neighbourhoods, superb museums and shopping and a buzzing atmosphere that's like nowhere else on earth.
Chicago & the Great Lakes
Cosmopolitan Chicago is blessed with a beautiful lake side setting, incredible skyscrapers and wonderful parks. Enjoy myriad attractions from renowned museums, architecture tours, live sports and blues clubs. Go beyond Chicago and explore the charming towns and picturesque shoreline of the mighty Great Lakes.
Washington DC & The Capital Region
Washington DC, the nation’s capital is home to magnificent architecture, monuments and memorials. In DC's neighbouring states you'll find the mighty mountains of Shenandoah, Virginia's colonial and civil war history and Maryland's delightful coastal towns.
Boston
Historic and handsome, Boston is a fascinating city to explore on foot. Walk the Freedom Trail in the footsteps of revolutionaries.
New England
New England offers stunning fall foliage, towering mountains, white-steepled churches and miles of dramatic coastline.
Cape Cod
Cape Cod is just 2 hours drive from Boston and boasts beautiful beaches, quaint villages and seaside towns. A short ferry ride takes you to idyllic Martha's Vineyard.
Philadelphia & Pennsylvania
Philadelphia is a vibrant city full of history and is home to Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. Explore
the delightful Old City and soak up views of the skyline on a river cruise. Discover Pennsylvania's
picturesque countryside, Amish communities and the Civil War battlefields at Gettysburg.
HOW TO GET AROUND EASTERN USA
OUR RECOMMENDED HOTELS IN EASTERN USA
Mandarin Oriental New York
New York
from £336
Restaurant & 2 bars Indoor lap pool Spa State-of-the-art fitness centre Parking from $65 per day
from £336
Empire Hotel
New York
from £64
Restaurant & 2 bars Rooftop plunge pool & sundeck (seasonal) Exercise room Parking from $60 per day
from £64
The Godfrey Hotel Boston
Boston
from £111
Restaurant & bar Café Fitness room Parking from $55 per day Free wi-fi
from £111
Kimpton Hotel Palomar DC
Washington DC
from £59
Restaurant & bar Small outdoor pool & sun deck (seasonal) Fitness centre Free wine hour Free use of bikes Parking from $47 per day
from £59
Raffaello Chicago
Chicago
from £77
Restaurant Rooftop bar Fitness centre Parking from $37 per day Free wi-fi
from £77
Kelley House
Cape Cod
from £67
Restaurant & bar Outdoor pool Free Parking Free wi-fi
from £67
THINGS TO DO IN EASTERN USA
Freestyle New York 3 Day Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with 5 Attractions
Attraction Ticket
from £128
3 day hop-on hop-off bus ticket Stops at over 50 key Manhattan locations Entry to 5 of the city’s most popular attractions
from £128
Broadway Show Tickets
Show Tickets
from £89
Numerous famous shows available A New York must-do Pre-book to guarantee the best seats
from £89
Inside Chicago Grand Tour
Approx 4 hours
from £55
See Chicago’s famous landmarks Spectacular views of the city skyline
from £55
Washington DC Unveiled
Approx 2 hours
from £50
Unique way to see the city sights Great views of Washington, DC’s key attractions Local guide
from £50
Boston Whale Watch Cruise
Approx 3.5 hours
from £48
Fantastic whale watching opportunities Onboard expert
from £48
The Big Apple by Helicopter
Approx 15mins
from £182
Spectacular views City landmarks 15 minute flight
from £182
When is the best time to visit East Coast USA?
East Coast USA Climate Guide
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Eastern USA Fast Facts
Visa information given is given for
British
citizens holding a valid
UK
passport with at least 6 months validity remaining. Immunisation guidelines assume routine
UK
childhood immunisation has been given and will not apply to all situations. Medical advice should be
sought. Your Trailfinders consultant will advise you of the specific visa and immunisation
requirements for your trip.
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