Northeast U.S. – Beantown & The Big Apple
Boston, Newport, and New York City
Daily Itinerary
Day One
Arrive in Boston, Massachusetts Welcome to Beantown! Upon arrival at the
Boston Logan International Airport, an Adventures by Disney representative
meets you and escorts you to your transfer vehicle. Relax as the driver assists
with your luggage and brings you to your hotel. Millennium Bostonian Hotel Rest
from your travels as your Adventure Guides check your family into this lovely
hotel that sits in the heart of this historic city. Welcome Reception Meet
your fellow adventurers at a private hotel reception where your Adventure
Guides host a brief orientation to your trip. Welcome Dinner at Durgin Park Step
into this 1827 Boston landmark for a family feast! "Established before you
were born" is their motto and they serve as much fun as tasty fare. Get to
know your fellow travelers better as you enjoy a hearty New England meal in a
private room. The character Paul Revere joins you to bring to life the lore of
Boston.
Meal Included: Dinner
Day Two
Breakfast and Duck Boat Tour After a buffet breakfast at the hotel, a duck boat picks
you up for an exclusive land and water tour! What's a duck boat, you ask? It's
a World War II-style amphibious landing vehicle that travels as smoothly on
Fleet Street as it does over the river deep. Splash past the city sights as you
hear stories about the town from your local expert. Paul Revere House Tour Relive
that revolutionary night when you visit the home from whence this humble
silversmith rode to call his countrymen to arms. Step through the historic
rooms of this fully restored house museum. Walk the Freedom Trail to Old
North Church Listen to tales about brave Bostonians and courageous
colonials as a local expert leads you down the Freedom Trail for a glimpse of
the nation's birth. The tour stops at the Old North Church, where the two
lanterns gave the signal that started Paul Revere's ride. Then play
revolutionary period games with your Adventure Guides at the Paul Revere Mall. Lunch
at Piccola Venezia Refresh yourself after your revolutionary activities
with a delightful lunch at the tables of a warm Italian restaurant. Devour
pasta or other authentic Italian specialties in Boston's Old North End as you
swap tales from the Trail. More Freedom Trail and Time to Yourself Finish
your walk on the Freedom Trail and explore the exhibits in the Old State House
in Boston Common, America's oldest public park. Then enjoy the afternoon as you
wish exploring the city sights. Dining On Your Own in Boston Famous for
its chowders and fresh seafood, Beantown offers everything from upscale,
intimate dining to a number of family-friendly options. Feel free to ask your
Adventure Guides for dinner recommendations.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Day Three
Fenway Park Tour Start the day with a hearty breakfast buffet before you board
the motor coach to Newport, Rhode Island. Along the way, stop for a privately
guided tour of Fenway Park, home to the Boston Red Sox. Take a good look at the
"Green Monster," the fabled left field fence that pitchers fear and
hitters adore. Picnic-style Lunch in Newport Lounge at the waterfront of
the Hyatt Regency Newport in the town renowned as the playground of the rich
and famous. Savor a leisurely picnic-style lunch outdoors as your Adventure
Guides check you into the hotel. Afterwards, play relaxing lawn games on the
grounds as the sea breeze brushes the coast. Sailing Aboard The Madeleine Cruise
across the glassy blue waters of Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay with
Victorian style on this exclusive tour aboard The Madeleine, a 72-foot
schooner. Dinner On Your Own in Newport Choose from an array of fine and
casual restaurants in this long-time culinary destination! Seafood is a
favorite for its freshness but there's something for everyone. Ask your
Adventure Guides to recommend a place for your family meal.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Day Four
The Cliff Walk and Astor Beechwood Mansion After a buffet breakfast at the Hyatt,
opt to embark on the Cliff Walk, a privately guided exploration of the cliffs
that hedge some of the world's most striking estates. Admire the Victorian
splendor as you enter Astors' Beechwood Mansion, a living history museum where you
can observe the family and domestic staff in daily life! Afterwards try your
hand at croquet on the back lawn like a true person of leisure. Panoramic
Driving Tour of Newport Discover the sights as you ride along Ocean Drive
into the Old Town area on this privately guided excursion. Stop for photos
along the way. When the tour is complete, you may stay in Old Town or return to
the Hyatt Regency Newport. Lunch On Your Own in Newport Your lunchtime
options are sublime in this seaside paradise. If you need a suggestion, don't
hesitate to ask your Adventure Guides. They are happy to help! Afternoon as
You Wish Shopping is practically a sport here in Newport, so indulge if you
dare. This afternoon, Newport is yours to explore as you wish! Junior
Adventurer's Dinner at the Hyatt While you revel in the good food of the
hotel restaurant, Junior Adventurers dine on their own special buffet in another
room. Disney Movie Night Junior Adventurers curl up for an exclusive
evening of Disney entertainment. Adults are free to join the fun if they wish!
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner
Day Five
Depart for The Big Apple Start your morning with a bountiful buffet breakfast at the
Hyatt before boarding the motor coach to depart Newport for New York City! Lunch
On Your Own Trade tales of the trip thus far in a restaurant of your choice
when the coach makes a stop in Connecticut for lunch. Be sure to tap your
Adventure Guides for eating tips. They are happy to help you plan the perfect
family meal! Arrive in New York City Feel the thrill as the iconic
skyline rises in the distance. The excitement only grows as you enter one of
the world's greatest cities! Marquis Tour at the Marriott As your
Adventure Guides check you into the New York Marriott Marquis Times Square,
join a host from the hotel for an exclusive backstage tour of the hotel's
amazing bake shop and kitchens. Dinner at the ESPN Zone® Score a hearty
meal after the day's journey at this sports hotspot in the heart of Times
Square. After dinner, challenge one another to virtual boxing, bowling and
other high-energy competitions using a complimentary video game card.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner
Day Six
Ferry to Ellis Island After a buffet breakfast at the hotel, ride to Battery Park in
the lower end of Manhattan to catch the ferry to Ellis Island. The city
retreats in the morning mists as you sail past the Statue of Liberty, raising
her torch of hope. Ellis Island Tour Walk the halls of this national
monument known as the Gateway to America that welcomed nearly 20 million
immigrants from 1892 to 1924. On this privately guided tour, learn about the
history of the island and how it became an integral part of American heritage. Sightseeing
by Coach Sit back and see the sights of New York City on this motor coach
tour of downtown. Lunch at Katz's Deli The oldest. The best. The
undeniable sandwich capital of the Big Apple with a celebrity clientele. Open
since 1888, Katz's Deli promises an experience to remember with a taste of New
York in every bite. Walking "Dessert Tour" Follow a local
expert through Manhattan's Lower East Side as you visit different dessert shops
for a sweet treat at each. Begin with a toothsome tidbit at a Jewish bakery,
then continue to a piece of heaven in Chinatown before finishing with a
decadent dish in Little Italy. Hear fascinating immigration stories of the
neighborhoods along the way. The motor coach then takes you through Greenwich
Village and drops you off at your hotel. On Your Own in the City Strike
out to explore the sights on foot. As you merge into the hustle and bustle,
feel the excitement of "The City That Never Sleeps." When dinnertime
arrives, you are in one of the culinary centers of the world! Ask your
Adventure Guides for a dining recommendation if you need one.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Day Seven
Biking in Central Park Pedal your way through this famous park as your private guide
points out locations from famous Disney movies and television shows. Don't miss
Strawberry Fields, Belvedere Castle, Shakespeare Garden and other sites
brimming with great tales. Lunch and Afternoon On Your Own Choose from a
dizzying array of lunch options, including the famed New York pizza. Then check
out some of the amazing shopping opportunties and legendary landmarks. One
thing's for sure: they don't call it the "Big" Apple for nothing! Farewell
Dinner Dine at Carmine's as you make your farewells to your fellow
adventurers. Located in the colorful theater district, Carmine's serves old
world Italian flavors in huge portions. Dessert at New Amsterdam Theatre Come
together at Disney's New Amsterdam Theatre on Broadway, home to Mary Poppins
on Broadway. On a private tour, discover the secrets of this historic
theatre, once home of the Ziegfeld Folies. Then join your fellow adventurers at
a private dessert reception. As you admire the gorgeous art nouveau décor,
relive the greatest moments of your trip together during a special group
surprise. Mary Poppins Broadway Show Get ready for a Broadway musical
that's "practically perfect in every way" at the New Amsterdam
Theatre! Catch every "Supercalifragilistic" tune and dance move as
you watch Mary Poppins from choice seats. Chim chim cheroo!
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner
Day Eight
Breakfast
at the Marriott Marquis Say farewell to your newfound friends and enjoy one last
meal in New York City. Transfer to Airport Board pre-arranged
transportation to the airport and say "So long!" until you return
again.
Meal
Included: Breakfast