Day 1 

A bucket list experience is awaiting your arrival in New York City! No one does the “Big Apple” like Excite does! Today, fly into New York and be picked up and transported to your spectacular hotel next to Times Square. Enjoy a fabulous Welcome dinner with the group at a great local Irish restaurant. As we venture into the City for the first night, we will take in the busyness of such a magnificent city. Explore Times Square, Rockefeller Center, 5th Ave, and so much more! (D)

Day 2

This morning get your fill of a wonderful breakfast then head into the city that never sleeps! This morning will be a guided walking sightseeing tour. Walk along the famous “Highline” as you make your way to Chelsea Market where you’ll have time to explore and shop this iconic location! Lunch today is included in Chinatown followed by a walk through Little Italy! You won’t believe how the city is decorated for Christmas! (B)

Day 3

This afternoon, take the subway to the 9/11 museum where you’ll be moved by the enormity of the museum and the stories told of one of the most infamous days in US history. This evening is a good time to catch a broadway show, see the Rockettes, or explore Bryant Park! The options for activities in the city are endless, but your guide will help you narrow it down to fit your interests! (B,L)This tour requires considerable walking, stairs, and different modes of transportation.

Day 4

Today you will visit the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island! The ferry will take you from Battery Park to Liberty Island  where you can visit the Statue and travel to the pedestal level for amazing pictures of the New York skyline. After Liberty Island, it’s off to Ellis island. Here you can explore life of an immigrant. Return to Manhattan for dinner in the financial district before finishing the night with a visit to the top of the World Trade Center! it’s one of the most spectacular memories of NYC ever! (B,D)

Day 5

This morning, take in any last minute sights or shopping you didn’t get to during the week! Having visited one of the financial, fashion, and cultural capitals of the world, there will be plenty to talk about on your way back home! Your transfer to the airport will depart from your hotel and take you to the airport in time to check in and get settled on your journey back to the “Good Life”! (B)