North East Highlights
7 Days Starting in Chicago and ending in New York City
Visiting: Chicago, New York, Catskill, Boston
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Tour code:
NEHI20
Age range:
18-35
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
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Tour Overview
Experience the modern vibes of Chicago with soaring skyscrapers and its deep dish pizza, then head over to the riveting Catskills for a chance to reconnect with nature in a surreal mountain setting, where you’ll get to swim, bike or just gaze at the stars by the fire. Top it all off with a stop in Boston, for a chance to discover the magnificence of this revolutionary city, with famous landmarks and delicious cuisine.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Start Chicago
Location: Chicago
Accommodation: A conveniently located hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
Welcome to Chicago! This city of contrasts has pretty much everything you could possibly want in a great travel experience: stunning skyscrapers, world-class museums, delicious food, and enough entertainment to keep you on your toes. There is plenty to do, so we'll start off with a guided tour hitting all the major sights.
Day 2: Chicago
Location: Chicago
Accommodation: A conveniently located hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Rise and shine! You've got a free day to explore the Windy City all on your own.
Whether you want to bike around town for a street level perspective, jump on an architectural cruise or even see the White Sox or the Cubs play in a huge stadium game, the choice is yours. Nevertheless, you can't leave Chi -town without trying their signature deep-dish pizza, a perfect blend of American and Italian traditions.
Day 3: Chicago To The Catskills Via New York City
Location: Chicago, New York, Catskill
Accommodation: A conveniently located hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
It's time to wave goodbye to the Windy City.
We hop a flight across to NYC where our private coach will chauffeur us out of the mayhem and into the mountains.
It's time to get back to nature and the Catskills is unmatched for beauty, location and its ability to make you feel remote without having to drive for days.
Day 4: The Catskills
Location: Catskill
Accommodation: A conveniently located hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today is all about YOU. Hike, swim, hire a bike or just be at one with the absence of traffic noise and exhaust fumes. Light a fire and toast s'mores and gaze at the stars above. This is living.
Day 5: The Catskills To Boston
Location: Catskill, Boston
Accommodation: The Revolution (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Ready to venture back into the big city lights? Today we've got Boston in our sights. This forward-thinking city, also nicknamed Beantown, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the U.S. Known for its iconic historical sights, great food spots and famous sports teams, this city will definitely tempt you to stay a bit longer. We'll get a taste of the local culinary scene with an included dinner at the famous TimeOut market. Lobster roll anyone?
Day 6: Boston
Location: Boston
Accommodation: The Revolution (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
We'll start the day at Harvard University and get a tour with one of the students. This hilarious look at student life will bring out all the LOLs. Take a coffee break at one of the many local cafes, go for a walk through the Emerald Necklace, then top it all off with some delicious seafood. Maybe opt to walk the Freedom Trail on the Little Italy walking and eating tour, and stop at locally owned small restaurants to support the Shop Small, Shop Local movement here in the US. To add to this experience, pizza will be on the menu but not like the Deep Dish you had in Chicago.
Day 7: Boston To New York City
Location: Boston, New York
Meals Included: Breakfast
Sadly, this is where our trip ends. You can check out in Boston... or take the complimentary transfer to NYC with a drop at the Moxy Times Square....just in time to rest up and join the New York Uncovered or New York to Miami trip tomorrow!
Check out our Q&As
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How long has the tour company been trading?
In 1961, a guy called John Anderson founded Contiki in New Zealand. Whilst later bought by The Travel Corporation, the tour company had already been using the name ‘Contiki’ since its inception.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Contiki trips are designed & operated exclusively for those aged 18-35 years. Your travelling companions will be like-minded adventurers within that age range. The age range is adhered to strictly.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® is our commitment to protect people, wildlife and the incredible planet we all share. Powered by The TreadRight Foundation, a non-profit organisation and Contiki’s guiding hand when it comes to making travel matter.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
All documentation will be sent via email around 21 days prior to your trip departure. You can also access information on your trip by signing up to My Contiki via the top right icon of the homepage.
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Low Deposit
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of contiki charges.
Up to 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 25% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.