4–6 days
New York
Bursting with an energy all its own, New York City provides a unique look into American life and culture. Explore the very best of the Big Apple, from the bustle of Times Square to the skyline view from the Empire State Building. Get to know one of our country’s most exciting cities like never before!
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  • Day 1: New York City

    Meet your Tour Director at your destination

    Take a walking tour of Midtown

    • Grand Central Terminal
    • Fifth Avenue
    • Rockefeller Center
    • St. Patrick's Cathedral

    Enjoy views of New York City from one its iconic skyscrapers, which may include:

    • Edge at Hudson Yards
    • Empire State Building Observatory
    • One World Observatory
  • Day 2: New York City

    Take a boat cruise around Liberty and Ellis Islands (disembark pending availability)

    • Marvel at the 151-foot Statue of Liberty
    • Explore the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration
    Add this in-depth excursion:
    9/11 Tribute Association Survivor-Led Tour

    9/11 Tribute Association Survivor-Led Tour

    Take a guided tour of the 9/11 Memorial and hear powerful stories from survivors as they share their experiences before, during, and after the September 11 attacks.

    Visit the National September 11 Memorial and Museum 

  • Day 3: New York City

    Take a guided tour of New York City 

    • Greenwich Village
    • SoHo
    • Chinatown
    • Little Italy 
    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Turnstile Food Cart Tour

    Turnstile Food Cart Tour

    Enjoy an immersive food cart tour led by our partner, Turnstile Tours.  You’ll sample foods ranging from Bengali kati rolls to halal chicken and rice, meet working street vendors, and discover how vendors play an essential role in feeding their communities.  

    Visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art

    Visit Times Square

    Attend a Broadway show (based on a select list of current shows)

  • Day 4: New York City

    Visit the American Museum of Natural History

    Make a photo stop in Central Park

    Depart for home

Experience even more

  • Day 4: New York City

    Visit the American Museum of Natural History

    Make a photo stop in Central Park

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Turnstile Food Cart Tour

    Turnstile Food Cart Tour

    Enjoy an immersive food cart tour led by our partner, Turnstile Tours.  You’ll sample foods ranging from Bengali kati rolls to halal chicken and rice, meet working street vendors, and discover how vendors play an essential role in feeding their communities.  

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Drama workshop

    Drama workshop

    Play thespian and pick up a few pointers during a theater and improv workshop led by an experienced actor. Afterwards, participate in a Q&A to learn more about what life is like for an actor in New York City.

  • Day 5: New York City

    Take a tour of Madison Square Garden or Radio City Music Hall 

    Take a guided tour of Harlem

    • General Grant National Memorial
    • Cathedral of St. John the Divine
    • Columbia University

    Take a tour of the Apollo Theater
  • Day 6: New York City

    Take a tour of the Museum of the Moving Image

    Depart for home

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  • Day 1: New York City

    Meet your Tour Director at your destination

    Take a walking tour of Midtown

    • Grand Central Terminal
    • Fifth Avenue
    • Rockefeller Center
    • St. Patrick's Cathedral

    Enjoy views of New York City from one its iconic skyscrapers, which may include:

    • Edge at Hudson Yards
    • Empire State Building Observatory
    • One World Observatory
  • Day 2: New York City

    Take a boat cruise around Liberty and Ellis Islands (disembark pending availability)

    • Marvel at the 151-foot Statue of Liberty
    • Explore the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration
    Add this in-depth excursion:
    9/11 Tribute Association Survivor-Led Tour

    9/11 Tribute Association Survivor-Led Tour

    Take a guided tour of the 9/11 Memorial and hear powerful stories from survivors as they share their experiences before, during, and after the September 11 attacks.

    Visit the National September 11 Memorial and Museum 

  • Day 3: New York City

    Take a guided tour of New York City 

    • Greenwich Village
    • SoHo
    • Chinatown
    • Little Italy 
    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Turnstile Food Cart Tour

    Turnstile Food Cart Tour

    Enjoy an immersive food cart tour led by our partner, Turnstile Tours.  You’ll sample foods ranging from Bengali kati rolls to halal chicken and rice, meet working street vendors, and discover how vendors play an essential role in feeding their communities.  

    Visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art

    Visit Times Square

    Attend a Broadway show (based on a select list of current shows)

  • Day 4: New York City

    Visit the American Museum of Natural History

    Make a photo stop in Central Park

    Depart for home

Experience even more

  • Day 4: New York City

    Visit the American Museum of Natural History

    Make a photo stop in Central Park

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Turnstile Food Cart Tour

    Turnstile Food Cart Tour

    Enjoy an immersive food cart tour led by our partner, Turnstile Tours.  You’ll sample foods ranging from Bengali kati rolls to halal chicken and rice, meet working street vendors, and discover how vendors play an essential role in feeding their communities.  

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Drama workshop

    Drama workshop

    Play thespian and pick up a few pointers during a theater and improv workshop led by an experienced actor. Afterwards, participate in a Q&A to learn more about what life is like for an actor in New York City.

  • Day 5: New York City

    Take a tour of Madison Square Garden or Radio City Music Hall 

    Take a guided tour of Harlem

    • General Grant National Memorial
    • Cathedral of St. John the Divine
    • Columbia University

    Take a tour of the Apollo Theater
  • Day 6: New York City

    Take a tour of the Museum of the Moving Image

    Depart for home

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Your experience includes

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  • Round-trip Transportation

    Round-trip transportation on major carriers; comfortable motorcoach throughout the tour.

  • Hotel Accommodations

    Overnight stays in safe, quality hotels.

  • Overnight Security

    Security guards on watch nightly.

  • Meals

    Breakfast and dinner daily; lunch can also be included.

  • All Gratuities

    Tips included for your Tour Director, bus driver, licensed guides, restaurant and hotel staff.

  • Guided Tours and Activities

    Sightseeing tours led by expert and licensed local guides; tickets to all activities.

  • Full-time Tour Director

    Your Tour Director stays with your group 24/7, providing local insight and knowledge, while handling every on-tour detail.

  • Training and Support

    We prepare new Group Leaders on a free Training Tour and provide personal support every step of the way.

  • Traveler Resources

    We offer travelers flexible payment options as well as a dedicated support team to manage finances and answer tour questions.

  • 24-hour Emergency Service

    Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team while on tour.

  • Expert Tour Planning

    Your dedicated EF team provides expertise every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.

  • Personalized Learning Support

    Our personalized learning experience engages students before, during and after tour, with the option to create a final, reflective project for academic credit.

  • Illness and Accident Coverage

    Rest easier knowing your travelers are covered on tour with EF's comprehensive coverage plan.

  • $50 Million Liability Policy

    Group Leaders and schools are protected while on tour.

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