Five Days, Five Boroughs

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Discover authentic New York on insider-led walks as you learn about architecture, historic monuments and cultural institutions in each of the city’s five boroughs.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Walking is the best way to get to know a new place
    • I’m energetic and enjoy a good physical challenge, so I’m always ready to spend the day on the move
    • Whether it’s public transit, city streets or village cobblestones, I’m game

What's this trip about?

    Discover authentic New York on insider-led walks as you learn about architecture, historic monuments and cultural institutions in each of the city’s five boroughs.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityNew York
End CityNew York

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Culinary & Wine
  • Photography
  • National Parks
  • Yoga, Meditation & Wellness
  • Relaxing Retreats
  • Holy Land

Destinations

Activities

  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Yoga & Meditation

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 10

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 24

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Itinerary

Day 1 Check-in, Registration, Welcome Dinner, Orientation New York

Hotel check-in from 3:00 p.m.

Program Registration: 4:00 p.m. After you have your room assignment and take your luggage to your room, come to the designated hotel meeting room (location will be posted) to register with the program staff and get your welcome pack...

Day 2 Introduction To NYC; "Queens: The International Borough" New York

Use of New York City public transportation (subway); extensive stair climbing. Walking up to 8 miles with stops along the way; city streets and sidewalks.

We’ll be joined by an architectural historian who will give us an introduction to the five boroughs of New ...

Day 3 "Brownstone Brooklyn" New York

Use of New York City public transportation (subway); extensive stair climbing. Walking up to 8 miles with stops along the way; city streets and sidewalks.

Today is "Brownstone Brooklyn." A subway ride will take us back in time as we travel with our architectural...

Day 4 Staten Island, Lower Manhattan New York

Getting on/off a motorcoach. Limited use of New York City public transportation (subway); stair climbing. Walking 5-8 miles with stops along the way; city streets and sidewalks.

This morning we travel via subway to the very bottom of Manhattan Island where we'll...

Day 5 "The Evolving City: Upper Manhattan, Harlem and The Bronx" New York

Use of New York City public transportation (subway); extensive stair climbing. Walking up to 8 miles with stops along the way; city streets and sidewalks.

Today we explore "The Evolving City" aboard a private motorcoach. With our local expert, we'll ride through...

Day 6 Wrap-up Session, Program Concludes New York

Hotel check out 12:00 Noon.

As a closing highlight, we’ll be joined by a New Yorker who’s in touch with what’s happening in the five boroughs and who will lead a lively group discussion. The session will end at approximately 10:30 a.m. This concludes our program...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,749
Price per day$292
Last Updated: 1/12/2025

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Meals Included
  • Number of Breakfast: 5
  • Number of Lunch: 3
  • Number of Dinner: 4
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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