Embark on a 2-day journey from NYC to discover the iconic sights of Boston, Rhode Island and New Haven. Roundtrip transportation and 1 night hotel accommodation are included on this tour.

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Travel from New York City to the heart of American history and politics over 2 days. Your adventure begins with a drive to New Haven to visit the Yale University and visit the Breakers（Optional） at Newport.

The trip will start in the city of Cambridge, MA where we will visit the Harvard University. Later, we will take pictures with the main academic building of MIT. Another fun will begin as soon as you board the Boston Harbor Cruise and enjoy a breathtaking view of the Boston. After spending the day around the city, conclude your trip with a return to New York City.

Day 1: Itinerary:

New York → New Haven → Yale University Tour (Optional, 60 mins) → Newport → The Breakers (Optional, 90 mins) → Boston

Hotel：Sonesta Select Boston Lowell Chelmsford; Westford Regency Inn and Conference Center or similar

Day 2: Itinerary:

Hotel → Boston → America’s First Tour (Mandatory, 3 hours) → Boston Harbor Cruise (Optional, 60 mins) → Quincy Market (Optional for Boston lobster, 60 mins) → View Boston at Prudential Center (Optional, 50 mins) → New York
The Firsts of America Exploration Tour Itinerary: Harvard University (1 hour, offical campus tour included) → The Old State House (the birthplace of the American Revolution and the place where the Declaration of Independence was first published) → The Tremont Street Subway Marker (the first subway system) → Boston Common (the first public park) → Boston Public Garden (the first public botanical garden) → Boston Public Library (the first large-scale free municipal library funded by the public) → Boston Trinity cathedral (Outside visit)

Note: If the Boston Harbor View Boat is closed, this attraction will be replaced by: New England Aquarium (Optional, 60 mins).
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Highlights
Visit three top universities in the U.S. at Harvard, Yale and MIT.
Official in-depth campus guided tours of Harvard&Yale University
Ride on the replica of amphibious military vehicle sightseeing around the city
Visit the Breakers – one of the grandest summer “cottages”
Grab a bite of authentic local gourmet: Boston lobster dinner & clam chowder.

Includes
Roundtrip transportation (Vehicle used based on the number of guests attending that day)
Professional Driver and Guide (or Driver-Guide)
Service fee for tour guide and driver or driver-guide
Mandatory admission: The Firsts of America Exploration Tour(The admissions are included only for bookings made after 7/28/2025)
Optional admission:Yale University In-Depth Campus Tour+The Breakers Mansion+Boston Harbor Cruise+Boston Lobster Meal+View Boston at Prudential Center- If option”All Tickets Inclusive” selected
Hotel accommodation for 1 night
Taxes and Fees
Food and drinks
Booster seat rental ($10.00 per person per day for children under 8; request when booking)
Optional admission:Yale University In-Depth Campus Tour+The Breakers Mansion+Boston Harbor Cruise+Boston Lobster Meal+View Boston at Prudential Center- If option”All Tickets Inclusive” not selected

 

 

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