Overview
Package: Luxury motorcoach transportation, sightseeing, hotel stays with breakfast and tour coordinator
Optional add-ons: Indian meals, Statue of Liberty ferry, Maid of the Mist, Cave of the Winds, observation decks and more
Indian meals: Indian lunch and dinner will be arranged wherever possible throughout the tour
Tour Start Date :
- Overnight drive from the Detroit area toward Washington, DC via Columbus, OH
- 7:00 PM – pickup from Troy (Somerset Collection area)
- 7:45 PM – pickup from IKEA Canton Township
- 10:00 PM – pickup from Perrysburg / Toledo area (Love’s Travel Stop)
- 11:45 PM – pickup from Columbus, OH (near VFS Global Center)
- 7:00 AM – restroom and breakfast stop, approximately 70 minutes; breakfast at your own expense
- 9:15 AM – pickup from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
- Explore Washington, DC highlights including the White House area, Washington Monument, Capitol Hill and one of the Smithsonian museums, with approximately 1 hour for lunch
- 5:00 PM – depart for the hotel (Wingate by Wyndham Baltimore or similar)
- Optional add-ons: Indian lunch and/or dinner
- 9:00 AM – check out and depart for New York City. Over the next 2 days, visit highlights such as Statue of Liberty Island, Times Square, the 9/11 Memorial & World Trade Center area, Empire State Building or another New York observation deck, and more
- Note: New York sightseeing will involve a moderate amount of walking. Please wear comfortable shoes and be prepared to walk between some attractions and motorcoach pickup/drop-off points.
- 10:00 PM – check in to the hotel in New Jersey
- Optional add-ons: Indian lunch and/or dinner, Statue of Liberty ferry, and Empire State Building or another observation deck
- 9:15 AM – check out and continue sightseeing in New York City
- 5:00 PM – depart toward Niagara Falls and check in to a hotel along the way
- Note: New York sightseeing will involve a moderate amount of walking. Please wear comfortable shoes and be prepared to walk between some attractions and motorcoach pickup/drop-off points.
- Optional add-ons: Indian lunch and/or dinner
- 9:00 AM – depart for Niagara Falls. Explore Niagara Falls State Park, enjoy Maid of the Mist and/or Cave of the Winds, and see the illuminated falls after dark
- 8:45 PM – after dinner, begin the overnight return journey toward Detroit via Cleveland
- Optional add-ons: Indian lunch and/or dinner, Maid of the Mist and Cave of the Winds
- 12:00 AM – connection for passengers traveling to Columbus, OH
- 3:00 AM – drop-off in the Toledo / Perrysburg area (same as pickup point)
- 4:30 AM – drop-off in Canton Township (same as pickup point)
- 5:30 AM – drop-off in Troy (same as pickup point)
Pricing & Terms
How to book:
- Step 1 – book the base package through the “Book” tab.
- Step 2 – 7 days before departure, we will email you for your optional add-ons.
- Note: If you plan to visit the Canadian side of Niagara Falls independently, please carry your passport and any required visa or travel authorization.
Base Package: Pricing is based on 2 adults sharing a hotel room.*
| Passenger | Current Price** |
| Adult (12+) | $515 |
| Child (6–11)1 2 | $390 |
| Young Child (4–5)1 2 3 | $290 |
| Infant / Toddler (0–3)1 2 3 | $290 |
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1 – Maximum 1 discounted child per adult. Additional children may join at the adult fare. 2 – Child rate applies when accompanied by an adult. 3 – Rate applies when sharing the parents’ existing bed in a double/twin room. *For a person traveling alone, see the relevant FAQ regarding single-room supplements. **Prices are subject to change until the booking is confirmed. |
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Optional add-ons:
Terms and Conditions:
- The rates are based on 2 adults, plus their eligible children, sharing one hotel room. If you are traveling alone and require a single room, or need a different room arrangement, please contact booking@desitravelsusa.com. Hotel occupancy and bedding arrangements are subject to each hotel’s policies.
- Cancellation policy:
- More than 28 days before departure: $15 cancellation fee per seat
- 15 to 28 days before departure: 75% of the base package will be refunded
- 8 to 14 days before departure: 50% of the base package will be refunded
- 2 to 7 days or less before departure: 15% of the base package is refunded
- Less than 48 hours before departure or no-show: the base package is non-refundable
- Payments for optional add-ons such as ferries, observation decks and meals are refundable until 24 hours before departure unless the applicable ticket or reservation has already become non-refundable.
- All bookings are subject to seat availability. Booking confirmation will normally be sent within 24 hours. If you do not receive confirmation within 24 hours, please email booking@desitravelsusa.com or call/text/WhatsApp Desi Travels USA at ?????.
- If you have a strong preference for a particular seating area, such as the front or middle of the motorcoach, confirmed priority seating may be available for an additional $20 per seat. Otherwise, seats are generally assigned in booking confirmation order, with minor adjustments where operationally necessary.
- For groups of 3 passengers, all 3 seats may not always be available in the same row on a 2+2 seating motorcoach. The third passenger may be seated one row ahead or behind.
- Passengers are strongly advised to carry appropriate travel insurance.
- Minor itinerary changes may be made before or during the tour due to traffic, weather, attraction reservation times, operating hours or other operational considerations.
- The tour requires a minimum number of bookings to operate. If the minimum participation is not reached, Desi Travels USA reserves the right to cancel the tour. Customers will be notified at least 7 days before the tour start date, and all payments made to Desi Travels USA for the tour will be fully refunded. Desi Travels USA is not responsible for airfare, hotel stays or other travel arrangements booked independently by the customer.
FAQ
- What other costs should I keep in mind?
- Ans: Please see the "Pricing & Terms" tab for optional add-on costs. These depend on the activities and meal options you choose.
- Are meals arranged during the tour?
- Ans: Yes. Hotel breakfast (continental) is included in the base package. Lunch and dinner breaks will be scheduled during the tour. Indian lunch and/or dinner will be arranged on most days as an optional add-on. If you prefer not to opt for the arranged meal, other food options will normally be available nearby.
- Will vegetarian food be available?
- Ans: Yes. Vegetarian food will be available throughout the tour, with Indian vegetarian options available at most of the arranged meal stops. A significant portion of our travelers are usually vegetarian.
- I would like to send my parents on the tour by themselves. Will someone be there to guide them?
- Ans: Yes. The tour coordinator will accompany the group to the attractions listed in the itinerary unless specifically mentioned otherwise. As long as your parents are comfortable with moderate walking and can manage independently, they should generally be fine. Many of our tours include senior travelers. Please note that Desi Travels USA is not able to provide personal or physical assistance.
- What is the group usually like?
- Ans: The group is expeccted to be primarily made up of Indian travelers and usually includes singles, couples, families and senior travelers.
- How are hotel rooms allocated?
- Ans: Families are normally allocated one private hotel room with a private bathroom, subject to the hotel's occupancy and bedding policies. If you are traveling alone, you may be paired with another traveler of the same gender. If you prefer a private single room, you may book one for an additional $150, subject to availability.
- I am traveling alone. Will I have to share a room?
- Ans: Solo travelers who do not book a private room may be paired with another solo traveler of the same gender. If you prefer not to share, you may request a private room for the applicable single-room supplement, subject to availability.
- We are a group of 3 friends. Can we share one room with an extra bed?
- Ans: This depends on the availability and occupancy rules of the hotel. Please mention your preference when booking or email booking@desitravelsusa.com so that we can check the available room options. Extra beds, rollaway beds or sofa beds may be smaller or less comfortable than a regular hotel bed and are not guaranteed.
- Are attraction tickets reserved in advance, or do we buy them after arrival?
- Ans: Where applicable, Desi Travels USA will arrange group reservations or tickets in advance so that you do not need to make the arrangements individually. Some attractions may still involve security checks, entry lines or timed-entry procedures. Any exceptions will be mentioned in the itinerary or communicated before the tour.
- Will my child also get a seat on the motorcoach?
- Ans: Yes. Every passenger, including children and infants, must have their own seat on the motorcoach.
- Do the hotel rooms have a kitchen?
- Ans: No. These are standard hotel rooms and normally do not include a kitchen. On most days, the group will arrive at the hotel after the evening sightseeing and dinner schedule.
- I do not plan to have dinner with the group. Can I be dropped at the hotel earlier?
- Ans: Normally, no. The motorcoach follows the group itinerary and the driver also needs to follow the scheduled meal and rest arrangements. You are welcome to arrange your own transportation to the hotel at your own expense if you prefer to leave the group earlier.
- Where are the pickup points?
- Ans: Pickup points are selected at convenient locations along the route. The exact pickup locations and instructions will be communicated to you a few days before the tour.
- Can I bring a non-Indian friend or family member?
- Ans: Absolutely. Everyone is welcome. However, since most travelers are Indian, the casual conversations, music or movies during the journey will be in Indian languages.
- Can I bring a pet?
- Ans: Unfortunately, pets are not permitted on the tour.
- Is wheelchair or mobility assistance available?
- Ans: The tour coordinator is responsible for managing the group and is not able to provide personal or physical assistance. Travelers must be able to manage their own mobility needs independently or travel with a companion who can assist them. Please contact Desi Travels USA before booking if you have specific accessibility requirements so that we can check whether the motorcoach, hotels and attractions are suitable.
- What clothing should I bring?
- Ans: Wear regular clothing appropriate for the season. Ponchos are normally provided for Maid of the Mist and Cave of the Winds, but you should still be prepared to get somewhat wet.
- The overnight journeys seem long. Is that correct?
- Ans: Yes, the overnight drives are long, and comfort/restroom stops are included along the way. Traveling overnight allows us to cover the distance without requiring an additional vacation day mainly for travel and also helps avoid the cost of an additional hotel night.
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