If you want to discover more US states during your vacation in New York, then you should definitely join us on our day tour from New York to Boston.
Boston is the capital city of the state Massachusetts and one of the oldest cities in the United States. As a hub for higher education, innovation and entrepreneurship, the city attracts, with an average age of 30 years, especially young people. But the city is also known for its rich culture. From politics to arts and food - Boston always presents itself in a unique way.
Dive into the agile spirit of Boston and learn interesting background information about the state capital from our English speaking experts who will guide you to the best attractions Boston has to offer. Plus: This tour includes a trip to Cambridge, where we will show you the prestigious Harvard University.
Departure point: 777 8th Avenue, New York, NY 10036 (Map)
Departure time: 7 AM
Duration: approx. 13 hours
Availability: Wednesday, Friday, Sunday
Commentary: English
Including: Air-conditioned bus incl. Wi-Fi to/from New York/Boston
Highlights: Cambridge | Harvard University | Harvard Yard | City Hall of Cambridge | Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) | Cambridge College | Charles River | Copley Square | Trinity Church | Freedom Trail | Boston Common Park | Quincy Market | Boston Harbor | USS Constitution & many more!
Price: $169 per person
The day trip starts in front of our office in Midtown Manhattan, New York, where our comfortable bus, fully equipped with Wi-Fi and air conditioning system will pick us up. Our itinerary takes us from Manhattan along the East Coast through Connecticut towards Massachusetts.
First stop on our day tour will be Cambridge, neighbor city of Boston and home of the most famous and oldest academic institution of the United States, the Harvard University. We are going to explore the campus and take a walk through the Harvard Yard, a wide green space in the heart of Cambridge.
Next, our bus will take us to our main destination Boston. On our way to the city we are going to pass the City Hall of Cambridge, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, also known as the MIT, and Cambridge College. Before reaching the center of Boston, we will also come across the Charles River, which is running between the two cities.
Once arrived, we are going to visit Copley Square with its magnificent romanesque Trinity Church. One of the highlights on our tour will be a walk along the freedom trail, a 2.5-mile-long path that takes us to the greatest landmarks of the city, such as the Boston Common Park.
Lastly, this tour includes a stop at the Quincy Market in downtown Boston and a visit to the harbor, where the Boston Tea Party took place in the 18th century. From the harbor you will also have a great view on the historic navy ship USS Constitution. Packed with new experiences our bus driver will safely escort us back to New York City, where we are going to arrive in the evening.
If you have any questions regarding the Boston Day Trip from New York or in general, don’t hesitate to call us at +1 212-557-1654, drop us an email or try our FAQ. Our experts are happy to help.
Departure point/Punto di partenza/Treffpunkt/Punto de partida: Gray Line Visitor Center @ Port Authority Bus Terminal (304 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036)
Departure time/Orario di partenza/Start/Hora de salida: 6:30 AM - Meeting time is 15 minutes prior departure (6:15 AM)
Duration/Durata/Dauer/Duración: ~ 13 H (approx.)
Availability/Disponibilità/Verfügbarkeit/Disponibilidad: Wednesday, Friday, Sunday
Commentary/Guida/Kommentar/Comentario: English, Italiano, Deutsch, Español
Important Info/Informazioni importanti/Wichtige Info/Información Importante: 1. Stops and itinerary will change according to traffic and general conditions. 2. We strongly advise not to book any other services for the same day of this trip, as VOLATOUR is not responsible for delayed departure/arrival in Manhattan.
Cancellation Policy/Penali di cancellazione/Rücktrittsregelung(en)/Política de cancelación: 100% penalty if cancelled 5 days before the tour or less.
Voucher Regulation(s)/Regolazione(i) voucher/Gutscheinregelung(en)/Regulaciones de cupones: Voucher must be addressed to Amadeo Travel Solutions - Empire Vacations - 25 Pompton Avenue #101 - Verona, NJ 07044 and must be booked via VOLATOUR Inc. 33 West 46th Street - New York, NY 10036.
We never quantify an exact amount and we discourage our tour guides from asking you for a specific amount at the end of the tour. However, if you enjoyed the tour, it is custom to tip your guide and driver with a few dollars each.
The excursion departs at 7 a.m. from 777 8th Avenue, New York, NY 10036. Please arrive 15 minutes earlier (6:45 a.m.).
Approximately 13 hours.
About 3.5 to 4 hours.
No. Only on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays.