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Day 1
Today we depart from New York and head to Hershey's Chocolate World, the largest chocolate and chocolate candy manufacturer in North America. Hershey's Chocolate Factory has now developed into a characteristic town. When you come here, you will truly enter the world of chocolate. Even the street lamps are in the shape of chocolate. You will experience the magic and sweetness of the chocolate world here. At the same time, you can also visit the production process of chocolate. After lunch, drive to Harrisburg, the capital of Pennsylvania. Located in the fertile Hana Valley, Harrisburg has played a key role in American history - whether as a major link in railway and water transportation or the site of major battles in the Civil War. Visit the elegant and retro Pennsylvania State Capitol in downtown Harrisburg. The overall building is based on the Beaux Arts style, and is embellished with neo-Renaissance style everywhere. After the trip, check in to the hotel in Pittsburgh and rest.
Itinerary:
New York → Hershey's Chocolate World Chocolate Making (own expense, 60 minutes) → Harrisburg → Pennsylvania State Capitol (exterior, 30 minutes) → Pittsburgh
Day 2
After breakfast at the hotel, we will start our tour of Pittsburgh. Take the characteristic inclined train to climb the Duquesne Incline to see the beautiful city scenery of the "Steel Capital of the World". Then go to Pittsburgh Downtown Park, a triangle area where three rivers meet in the city center, to immerse yourself in the leisurely and pleasant city rhythm of Pittsburgh. After lunch, we will continue to Columbus, the capital of Ohio. Here, you will see the Ohio State House, one of the oldest state houses in the United States; you can also choose to participate in the Cincinnati city night tour at your own expense. Cincinnati under the night sky is full of lights and colors, as if the city is wearing a gorgeous evening dress, waiting for your discovery. Overnight in Cincinnati.
Itinerary:
Pittsburgh → Duquesne Incline (at own expense, 30 minutes) → Pittsburgh Downtown Park (30 minutes) → Columbus → Ohio State House (exterior, 30 minutes) → Cincinnati → Cincinnati City Sightseeing Night Tour: DeVoe Park + Riverside Park (at own expense, 90 minutes)
Day 3
As the first inland metropolis in the United States, Cincinnati is considered the first pure American city, where you can feel the purest American style. Cincinnati is also known for its wide variety of ancient buildings and is considered the Paris of the United States. We will visit the iconic historical buildings here. Then we will go to Smale Riverfront Park, where you can not only immerse yourself in the city scenery, but also enjoy the first suspension bridge on the Ohio River in the United States. After that, we will take a bus to visit the Kentucky State Capitol in Frankfort, which is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Finally, check in at Cave City Crystal Agate Cave, which is Kentucky's premier viewing cave. Stroll through the cave and get up close to various caves of different forms. After the visit, go to the hotel in Nashville to check in and rest. In the evening, you can choose to participate in the Nashville Night Tour at your own expense and spend a night full of lights, history and wonderful music!
Itinerary:
Cincinnati → Cincinnati Union Station (exterior, 30 minutes) → Smale Riverfront Park (60 minutes) → Frankfort → Kentucky State Capitol (exterior, 30 minutes) → Cave City Crystal Agate Cave (at own expense, 75 minutes) → Nashville → Nashville Night Tour: Country Music Row + Country Music Hall of Fame (at own expense, 120 minutes)
Day 4
After breakfast at the hotel, we will start our exploration of Nashville. Although Nashville is famous for promoting American country music around the world, as the capital and most populous city of the state, Nashville also has a rich history and heritage. In today's itinerary, you will fully experience the unique charm of Nashville's historical buildings. Then take a bus to Memphis, which is the cradle of blues music and the birthplace of rock and roll. When you walk into Beale Street, you will fully feel the musical characteristics of this city. Then go to FedEx Plaza, which is the home of the NBA Grizzlies. After that, go to Bass Pro Shops, the outdoor sports collection mall in Memphis. The pyramid-shaped appearance of the store is very unique. There is also a small wetland museum waiting for your visit inside the mall. Overnight in Grenada.
Itinerary:
Nashville → Tennessee State Capitol (exterior, 30 minutes) → Nashville Parthenon (entry at own expense, 60 minutes) → Memphis → Beale Street + FedEx Plaza (30 minutes) → Bath Outdoor Products World (60 minutes) → Grenada
Day 5
After breakfast at the hotel, we will take a bus to visit Jackson. Jackson is known as the "city with soul". Jackson is also the capital and most populous city of Mississippi in the United States. Jackson is famous for its beautiful urban architecture. We will check in the magnificent Mississippi State Capitol, which was built in 1903. Then we will drive to Baton Rouge, one of the oldest, most vibrant and most impressive cities in the southern United States. People here love blues music festivals and beignets as well as American football. Here we will explore the Louisiana State Capitol and learn about its different architectural styles. After that, we will drive to New Orleans. After arriving in New Orleans, you can choose to take a night tour of the French Quarter at your own expense in the evening, walk among the historical buildings, and listen to the stories of a hundred years ago.
Itinerary:
Grenada → Jackson → Mississippi State Capitol (exterior, 30 minutes) → Baton Rouge → Louisiana State Capitol (exterior, 30 minutes) → New Orleans → French Quarter Night Tour (at your own expense, 120 minutes)
Day 6
After a delicious breakfast at the hotel, start a full day of rich and exciting New Orleans tour! The first stop is Jackson Square, where you can experience the romantic and cozy time like the Place des Vosges in Paris, France, where you can buy coffee and taste the famous local food beignets. There is also a popular shop in Jackson Square: Café du Monde, you can go shopping. After that, you will board the steamboat and glide along the Mississippi River. Enjoy lunch on the boat accompanied by live jazz music. I believe it will definitely leave you with unique and unforgettable memories. After experiencing the leisurely and comfortable steamboat, we will continue to the swamp area to experience a cruise along the winding waterway into the pristine wetlands. As the cruise moves, you will see alligators and other animal friends living in this water. Overnight in New Orleans.
Itinerary:
New Orleans → Jackson Square (free time, 90 minutes) → Mississippi River Jazz Steamboat & Lunch (at own expense, 120 minutes) → Swamp Ecological Cruise (at own expense, 90 minutes) → New Orleans
Day 7
Today we will visit two sites listed on the National Register of World Historic Places. Learn about military history at the USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park and visit the South Dakota-class battleship USS Alabama and the Gatto-class submarine USS Drum. At the Alabama State Capitol, you can see the glory of the first federal capitol in American history. Afterwards, we will drive to Atlanta, where the Georgia Aquarium is a scientific institution that combines entertainment and education, providing you with a fascinating and exciting experience to promote the conservation of global aquatic biodiversity. Overnight in Atlanta.
Itinerary:
New Orleans → Mobile → USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park (exterior, 30 minutes) → Montgomery → Alabama State Capitol (exterior, 30 minutes) → Atlanta → Georgia Aquarium (at your own expense, 90 minutes)
Day 8
After breakfast, we will visit the Georgia State Capitol. Unlike the previous capitols, this is a Renaissance and neoclassical building. Then we will head to Centennial Olympic Park, where you can see the famous Five Rings Fountain, a computer-controlled fountain that combines music and lighting. Coca-Cola is synonymous with Atlanta. In Atlanta, you will find Coca-Cola everywhere. Visit the World of Coca-Cola and learn about the anecdotes of the world-famous soft drink in the dazzling exhibition area. Here, you can taste hundreds of colorful flavors of Coca-Cola from all over the world and start your global journey. Drink as much as you want, guaranteed to keep you full! Finally, head to the Carolina State Capitol in Columbia to experience the beauty of the Greek Revival architecture. Overnight in Charleston.
Itinerary:
Atlanta → Georgia State Capitol (exterior, 30 minutes) → Olympic Park & World of Coca-Cola (own expense, 120 minutes) → Columbia → South Carolina State Capitol (exterior, 30 minutes) → Charleston
Day 9
Today we will visit one of South Carolina's most amazing natural masterpieces, the Angel Oak. This ancient oak tree has been around for centuries, with branches spreading in all directions and a canopy covering the sky. It has survived all kinds of natural disasters and has always stood firm. It is a spiritual symbol of South Carolinians. After that, we will visit the Pineapple Fountain to learn about the development history of the port city of Charleston. Then we will go to Charleston Rainbow Street, which has history, culture and food. There are 13 colorful townhouses on the romantic street, which is beautiful. Then we will set foot on the Oak Moss Avenue of Boone Hall Plantation to learn about the development history of Gullah culture and admire the colorful plantation. After the tour, we will head north along Interstate 95 and arrive at the South of the Border, where the huge wide-brimmed hat sign is worth your stop. After the trip, check in at the hotel in Fayetteville.
Itinerary:
Charleston → Angel Oak (30 minutes) → Pineapple Fountain (30 minutes) → Charleston Rainbow Street (30 minutes) → Boone Hall Plantation (own expense, 90 minutes) → South of the Border (30 minutes) → Fayetteville
Day 10
After breakfast at the hotel, we will head to the North Carolina State Capitol in Raleigh. This building is in Greek Revival style and was built after the first North Carolina State Capitol was destroyed by fire in 1831. After that, we will drive to the Virginia State Capitol, the oldest legislative assembly in the United States, to explore the precious treasures left by many predecessors. Then drive to Richmond, Virginia, to visit the famous Maymont Manor. The manor combines open farms, Victorian buildings, gardens, and wildlife habitats. The well-preserved historic mansion and its beautiful gardens are not to be missed. At night, you can choose to join the Washington, DC Night Tour, which will take you to visit the city's top monuments, which will provide you with a new perspective of the city under the dazzling lights. After the tour, drive to the hotel to check in and rest.
Itinerary:
Fayetteville → Raleigh → North Carolina State Capitol (exterior, 30 minutes) → Richmond → Virginia State Capitol (exterior, 30 minutes) → Maymont Estate (60 minutes) → Washington DC Night Tour (own expense, 90 minutes) → Hotel
Day 11
After breakfast at the hotel, we will continue our check-in tour. On the last day of the trip, we will go to the Maryland State Capitol, which is the oldest state capitol in existence and the only state capitol that has ever served as the U.S. Capitol. Then we will go to the second stop: the Delaware State Capitol, which local residents usually call the Capitol Hall. The last stop will be the New Jersey State Capitol, where senators will initiate and vote on legal proposals, which are called bills. After that, we will take a bus back to New York, ending this unforgettable and happy journey.
Itinerary:
Hotel→ Annapolis→ Maryland State Capitol (Exterior, 30 minutes)→ Dover→ Delaware State Capitol (Exterior, 30 minutes)→ Trenton→ New Jersey State Capitol (Exterior, 30 minutes)→ New York meeting point
07:00 Departure Times Square Red Lobster Restaurant; 5 Times Sq #5, New York, NY 10036;
07:00 Depart for Flushing: Duncheng Restaurant; 133-30 39th Ave, Flushing, NY 11354;
Departure at 07:00 [Pick-up only, no drop-off] Brooklyn: TD Bank on 8th Avenue; 6102 8th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11220; Note: This pick-up location only picks up guests, no drop-off. Guests will be dropped off in Chinatown on the return trip.
07:10 Depart New York Andrews NYC Diner; 463 7th Ave, New York, NY 10018;
07:20 Departure: Capital One Bank, Union Square, New York; 853 Broadway, New York, NY 10003;
08:00 Depart Manhattan: 75 Chrystie St, Chinatown; 75 Chrystie St, New York, NY 10002;
08:20 Departure Jersey City: Newport Plaza at the 18th Street exit, next to ACME supermarket; 125 Eighteenth St, Jersey City, NJ 07310;
09:00 Depart Thomas Edison Service Area; Mile Post, 92.9 South, NJ Tpke, Woodbridge, NJ 07095; Note: This pick-up location will drop guests off at Grover Cleveland Service Area (Address: Milepost 92.9 North, NJ Tpke, Woodbridge Township, NJ 07077) on the return trip.
The departure point is the same as the group's pick-up point, except for those who only pick up but do not drop off.