Premium Small Group 8-day Tour to Visit Top Schools from NYC
New To The Site!
Long Island, USA
8 days (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
and 1 more
Mandarin
Overview
Join us for an unforgettable East Coast education tour! Visit 9 top universities, explore two iconic libraries and museums, enjoy New York's morning and night tours, and savor delicious food from Hudson Yards to Boston’s Quincy Market. Plus, receive a Penn certificate!
Travel in Comfort – New vehicles equipped with onboard Wi-Fi and charging ports.
Stress-Free Small Group Experience – Enjoy a premium journey with no more than 12 or 13 guests.
Stay with Character – Handpicked hotels that reflect local culture and charm.
Daily Travel Guidebook – A handy pre-trip booklet to help you understand each day’s highlights.
Tailored Travel Video Clips – Personalized video materials to capture your journey.
Award-Winning Guides – Led by top-tier guides recognized in professional tour competitions.
What's Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Edge NYC+View Boston at Prudential Center(if price option selected)
- The Firsts of America Exploration Tour
- 7 nights in high-quality boutique hotels or scenic area hotels
- 30-second travel video clips for sharing on social media
- Relaxed schedule: Depart after 8:30 AM, return by 6:30 PM (or 8:00 PM with dinner stop)
- Unlimited bottled water during the trip
- Experienced Chinese English Bilingual drivers
- Exceptional and Top-rated tour guide
- Boston Lobster Meal +West Point Tour+New England Aquarium (if price option selected)
- Exclusive pre-departure handbook
- New and Comfortable 7-seat vans or high-roof vehicles with Wi-Fi,charging ports, and cables
- Tea bags and hot water provided in hotels
- Free airport pick-up and drop-off — available upon flight arrival
- An admission ticket to Penn Museum.
- New York City Fortune Tour
- Service fee for tour guide and driver or driver-guide.
- Metropolitan Museum of Art ticket and 2-h guided tour+Liberty Cruise(if price option selected)
- Official guided campus tours.
- Partially Lunch and dinner not included in the fee
- Personal room fees: such as laundry or valet services, telephone calls, or alcoholic beverages etc
- Any personal expenses that are not listed in Fee Included.
- Edge NYC+View Boston at Prudential Center(if price option not selected)
- Boston Lobster Meal +West Point Tour+New England Aquarium (if price option not selected)
- Metropolitan Museum of Art ticket and 2-h guided tour+Liberty Cruise(if price option not selected)
Meeting Location
Meeting point
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Day 1
Home - New York City
5 Stops
Day 2
New York City Tour
7 Stops
Day 3
New York City Tour
5 Stops
Day 4
Pennsylvania - Baltimore
4 Stops
Day 5
Baltimore - Princeton - Springfield
2 Stops
Day 6
Boston
4 Stops
Day 7
Boston - Yale University
4 Stops
Day 8
Woodbury Common Premium Outlets - United States Military Academy - New York
3 Stops
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- For all customers arrive at Newark Airport(EWR) will not have chance to join the new york morning tour and night tour.
- For guests arriving at the Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), you may take a taxi to your hotel. Please contact tour operator in advance for more information.
- West Point Tour: Official tour guide is included with the tour purchased, and a vaild passport is required for entrance.
- Age and Safety: Customers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pregnant women may join if under 24 weeks by the trip's end.
- What to Bring: Comfortable shoes and clothes, sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, cash, and drinks for hydration.
- Booking Details: Ensure all booking details (name, contact, flight info) are accurate. Errors will result in personal costs. A reachable phone number is required for safety and communication.
- Pick-Up Location Policy：When booking, please select your pick-up hotel. If undecided, you may update your pick-up location later. However, you must contact us or update this information yourself at least 3 days before the tour date. Important: Failure to provide or update your pick-up location prior to the departure date may result in missing the tour. The company will not be responsible for missed tours, and any fees paid will not be refunded.
- Hotel Rooms: Hotel rooms accommodate 2-4 guests, with varying bed types(e.g., King/Queen beds or two twin beds) and deposit rules. Deposits are usually processed via credit card.
- Tickets and Charges: Pre-purchased tickets or city passes are not accepted. Buy through us or via the guide. Group reservations recommended.
- Itinerary Changes:Tour operator reserves the right to adjust the itinerary for smooth operations.
- Tour Adjustments:The tour guide may alter schedules based on weather, traffic, or other conditions.
- Parking: Parking is not available at the meeting point. Transportation to and from the departure location is not included.
- Closed Attractions: If a scenic spot is closed, an alternative will be provided. COVID-19 may affect attraction hours and capacity.
- Booster Seats: For state law, Children under the age of 6 require a booster seat in order to participate in the tour group. Please understand that the violations and fines are borne by the guests themselves. There is no need for a booster seat for bus travel on the day of travel.
- Health Requirements: Guests with disabilities must provide advance notice. Wheelchair-accessible buses are not guaranteed without prior approval.
- Terms and Conditions: Terms and conditions may change—check the product website for updates.The operator is not liable for damages unless required by law.
- Leaving the Group: If leaving the group early, inform the tour guide and sign a departure form. No refunds for unused portions.
- Gifts and Refunds: Gifts provided during the tour may change due to unforeseen factors like weather. Fees will not be refunded for changes.
- Room Details All hotel rooms are equipped with either two Full/Double beds or one King/Queen bed, depending on availability at the hotel on the day of check-in. The maximum occupancy per room is four travelers.
- Room Selection For parties exceeding four guests or for those desiring separate rooms, please create separate bookings.
- Booking Guidelines For parties exceeding four guests or those requiring separate rooms, please create separate bookings. To stay together on the same bus, provide all confirmation numbers once your bookings are complete.
- For guests joining this tour, we offer complimentary airport transfers. No matter what time you arrive, you’ll be picked up without waiting for other passengers. If you require airport pick-up, please contact the tour operator in advance.
- Each guest is permitted to bring only one carry-on luggage item (maximum dimensions approximately: length 65cm × width 45cm × height 28cm or smaller, similar to a 26-inch suitcase).
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Premium Small Group 8-day Tour to Visit Top Schools from NYC?
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
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Activity code: C-132218P376
Additional Info
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool New York City customers.
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Q:
What is the cancellation policy for the Premium Small Group 8-day Tour to Visit Top Schools from NYC?
A:Apr 2025
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Q:
What's included in the price?
A:
Apr 2025
The following is included:
- Breakfast.
- Lunch.
- Edge NYC+View Boston at Prudential Center(if price option selected).
- The Firsts of America Exploration Tour.
- 7 nights in high-quality boutique hotels or scenic area hotels.
- 30-second travel video clips for sharing on social media.
- Relaxed schedule: Depart after 8:30 AM, return by 6:30 PM (or 8:00 PM with dinner stop).
- Unlimited bottled water during the trip.
- Experienced Chinese English Bilingual drivers.
- Exceptional and Top-rated tour guide.
- Boston Lobster Meal +West Point Tour+New England Aquarium (if price option selected).
- Exclusive pre-departure handbook.
- New and Comfortable 7-seat vans or high-roof vehicles with Wi-Fi,charging ports, and cables.
- Tea bags and hot water provided in hotels.
- Free airport pick-up and drop-off — available upon flight arrival.
- An admission ticket to Penn Museum.
- New York City Fortune Tour.
- Service fee for tour guide and driver or driver-guide.
- Metropolitan Museum of Art ticket and 2-h guided tour+Liberty Cruise(if price option selected).
- Official guided campus tours.
The following is NOT included:
- Partially Lunch and dinner not included in the fee.
- Personal room fees: such as laundry or valet services, telephone calls, or alcoholic beverages etc.
- Any personal expenses that are not listed in Fee Included.
- Edge NYC+View Boston at Prudential Center(if price option not selected).
- Boston Lobster Meal +West Point Tour+New England Aquarium (if price option not selected).
- Metropolitan Museum of Art ticket and 2-h guided tour+Liberty Cruise(if price option not selected).
Q:
What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q:
What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025
Q:
My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:
If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025
Q:
Is this an accessible tour?
A:Apr 2025
Accessibility information for the Premium Small Group 8-day Tour to Visit Top Schools from NYC is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Q:
Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Premium Small Group 8-day Tour to Visit Top Schools from NYC will be included in your confirmation email from Cool New York City. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Edge NYC+View Boston at Prudential Center(if price option selected)
- The Firsts of America Exploration Tour
- 7 nights in high-quality boutique hotels or scenic area hotels
- 30-second travel video clips for sharing on social media
- Relaxed schedule: Depart after 8:30 AM, return by 6:30 PM (or 8:00 PM with dinner stop)
- Unlimited bottled water during the trip
- Experienced Chinese English Bilingual drivers
- Exceptional and Top-rated tour guide
- Boston Lobster Meal +West Point Tour+New England Aquarium (if price option selected)
- Exclusive pre-departure handbook
- New and Comfortable 7-seat vans or high-roof vehicles with Wi-Fi,charging ports, and cables
- Tea bags and hot water provided in hotels
- Free airport pick-up and drop-off — available upon flight arrival
- An admission ticket to Penn Museum.
- New York City Fortune Tour
- Service fee for tour guide and driver or driver-guide.
- Metropolitan Museum of Art ticket and 2-h guided tour+Liberty Cruise(if price option selected)
- Official guided campus tours.
- Partially Lunch and dinner not included in the fee
- Personal room fees: such as laundry or valet services, telephone calls, or alcoholic beverages etc
- Any personal expenses that are not listed in Fee Included.
- Edge NYC+View Boston at Prudential Center(if price option not selected)
- Boston Lobster Meal +West Point Tour+New England Aquarium (if price option not selected)
- Metropolitan Museum of Art ticket and 2-h guided tour+Liberty Cruise(if price option not selected)
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- For all customers arrive at Newark Airport(EWR) will not have chance to join the new york morning tour and night tour.
- For guests arriving at the Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), you may take a taxi to your hotel. Please contact tour operator in advance for more information.
- West Point Tour: Official tour guide is included with the tour purchased, and a vaild passport is required for entrance.
- Age and Safety: Customers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pregnant women may join if under 24 weeks by the trip's end.
- What to Bring: Comfortable shoes and clothes, sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, cash, and drinks for hydration.
- Booking Details: Ensure all booking details (name, contact, flight info) are accurate. Errors will result in personal costs. A reachable phone number is required for safety and communication.
- Pick-Up Location Policy：When booking, please select your pick-up hotel. If undecided, you may update your pick-up location later. However, you must contact us or update this information yourself at least 3 days before the tour date. Important: Failure to provide or update your pick-up location prior to the departure date may result in missing the tour. The company will not be responsible for missed tours, and any fees paid will not be refunded.
- Hotel Rooms: Hotel rooms accommodate 2-4 guests, with varying bed types(e.g., King/Queen beds or two twin beds) and deposit rules. Deposits are usually processed via credit card.
- Tickets and Charges: Pre-purchased tickets or city passes are not accepted. Buy through us or via the guide. Group reservations recommended.
- Itinerary Changes:Tour operator reserves the right to adjust the itinerary for smooth operations.
- Tour Adjustments:The tour guide may alter schedules based on weather, traffic, or other conditions.
- Parking: Parking is not available at the meeting point. Transportation to and from the departure location is not included.
- Closed Attractions: If a scenic spot is closed, an alternative will be provided. COVID-19 may affect attraction hours and capacity.
- Booster Seats: For state law, Children under the age of 6 require a booster seat in order to participate in the tour group. Please understand that the violations and fines are borne by the guests themselves. There is no need for a booster seat for bus travel on the day of travel.
- Health Requirements: Guests with disabilities must provide advance notice. Wheelchair-accessible buses are not guaranteed without prior approval.
- Terms and Conditions: Terms and conditions may change—check the product website for updates.The operator is not liable for damages unless required by law.
- Leaving the Group: If leaving the group early, inform the tour guide and sign a departure form. No refunds for unused portions.
- Gifts and Refunds: Gifts provided during the tour may change due to unforeseen factors like weather. Fees will not be refunded for changes.
- Room Details All hotel rooms are equipped with either two Full/Double beds or one King/Queen bed, depending on availability at the hotel on the day of check-in. The maximum occupancy per room is four travelers.
- Room Selection For parties exceeding four guests or for those desiring separate rooms, please create separate bookings.
- Booking Guidelines For parties exceeding four guests or those requiring separate rooms, please create separate bookings. To stay together on the same bus, provide all confirmation numbers once your bookings are complete.
- For guests joining this tour, we offer complimentary airport transfers. No matter what time you arrive, you’ll be picked up without waiting for other passengers. If you require airport pick-up, please contact the tour operator in advance.
- Each guest is permitted to bring only one carry-on luggage item (maximum dimensions approximately: length 65cm × width 45cm × height 28cm or smaller, similar to a 26-inch suitcase).
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
