East Coast USA and Canada

Day 1 (Door to Door)

Arrive New York City

Enjoy your private car door to door transfer to your departure airport before your flight to New York where a transfer is provided to your first hotel where your Tour Director will be on hand to greet you. At 6pm, gather at the hotel with your Tour Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Drink.
Hotel: New York Marriott East Side (FC)

Day 2

New York - Philadelphia -Washington, D.C. (2)

Today we take a bite of the Big Apple. We view the Statue of Liberty, the towering Empire State Building, pulsating Times Square and grand Central Park. We then travel on to the City of Brotherly Love and a visit to the Liberty Bell Center. We view Independence Hall, site of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, before travelling on to Washington, D.C., the nation's capital. We settle in and savour a Highlight Dinner at a local restaurant. (FB, HD)
Hotel: Capital Hilton (SFC)

Day 3

Washington, D.C. sightseeing and at leisure

Immerse yourself in the proud heritage of a nation today as you view theWhite House and the U.S. Capitol and visit the Lincoln Memorial and the World War II and Vietnam War memorials. Then we board a narrated Tourmobile and learn about the heroes at rest at Arlington National Cemetery. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Perhaps visit one of the Smithsonian's museums or galleries or take a stroll around Dupont Circle. (FB)
Hotel: Capital Hilton (SFC)

Day 4

Washington, D.C. - Lancaster County/Amish Country

Roll back in time to explore the rural back roads of Pennsylvania's Lancaster County with a Local guide.We visit with an Amish family at their homestead and learn about the traditional agricultural lifestyle of the Amish and the Mennonites, who live much the same as they did when they first settled here over 200 years ago. Tonight, after a hearty Highlight Dinner, join your hosts to prepare whoopie pies, a delicious Amish speciality for your dessert. (FB, HD)
Hotel: The Inn at Leola Village (SFC)

Day 5

Lancaster County - Niagara Falls

We journey across Pennsylvania through the eastern corner of New York and into Canada to reach the pot of gold at the end of the Rainbow, the majestic Niagara Falls. This evening we visit a family-owned winery for an exclusive tour and tasting of their award-winning wines, including ice wine, the region's speciality. Later, relax with a Be My Guest Dinner with bucolic views of the vineyard. (FB)
Hotel: Hilton Niagara Falls Fallsview (SFC)

Day 6

Niagara Falls - Toronto (2)

After soaking up the panoramic views and thunderous roar of the falls, we set out on the Maid of the Mist for an exhilarating boat ride to the base of spectacular Horseshoe Falls. Look over your shoulder to catch a last glimpse of a rainbow before leaving this magical setting.We travel on to the picturesque community of Niagara-on-the-Lake before arriving on the shores of the Great Lake Ontario and cosmopolitan Toronto. (FB, D)
Hotel: Sheraton Centre Toronto (MD)

Day 7

Toronto sightseeing and at leisure

We start the day with an orientation tour of Toronto, viewing the grand castle residence of Casa Loma, sprawling Queens Park and the Provincial Parliament Buildings. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore this exciting city on your own. If you like, take in the sunset and the glittering city skyline from the water on an optional dinner cruise of Toronto Harbour. (FB)
Hotel: Sheraton Centre Toronto (MD)

Day 8

Toronto - Ottawa

Today we travel to Ottawa, Canada's stately capital. We enjoy an introductory tour of the city, including the elegant buildings of Parliament Hill; Rideau Hall, the residence of the Governor General of Canada and the beautiful downtown galleries and museums. (FB)
Hotel: Sheraton Ottawa Hotel (MD)

Day 9

Ottawa - Montreal

Today takes us from Canada's administrative capital to the cultural heart of French Canada and the largest Frenchspeaking city outside France. This evening we enjoy a Highlight Dinner at a restaurant in charming Old Montreal. (FB, HD)
Hotel: Le Centre Sheraton Montreal Hotel (SFC)

Day 10

Montreal - Quebec City (2)

Our expert local guide introduces us to the pleasures of Montreal, including the spectacular Notre-Dame Basilica, the port area and Place Jacques-Cartier, epicentre of the old city. We stop at Mount Royal for a panoramic view and then wind our way along the beautiful St. Lawrence River to the fortified walls of Quebec City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. (FB)
Hotel: Delta Quebec (SFC)

Day 11

Quebec City sightseeing and at leisure

This morning we explore Quebec City's winding streets and historic sites with our local guide. We learn about the city's French and English military past at the fortified Citadel and the Plains of Abraham, the site of a major colonial battle. This afternoon, perhaps visit a gallery, take a carriage ride through the cobblestone streets or simply relax at a sidewalk cafe. (FB)
Hotel: Delta Quebec (SFC)

Day 12

Quebec City - Franconia Notch - Boston (2)

We leave the birthplace of French Canada and cross back into the United States, traversing New Hampshire on our way to Franconia Notch in the heart of the White Mountains. As we make our way through forests of sugar maple and white birch, watch out for the black bear, moose and deer that call this area home. We arrive in Boston and enjoy an evening at leisure. (FB)
Hotel: Omni Parker House (SFC)

Day 13

Boston sightseeing and at leisure

Immerse yourself in Boston's rich history, from the Old North Church to Boston Harbor, site of the famous Tea Party, and along the Freedom Trail. This afternoon, continue your exploration as you please. Perhaps visit the bar that inspired the TV show Cheers or explore the lovely Public Gardens. If you like, take an optional tour of Harvard University, America's oldest university. This evening, toast your holiday and your newfound friends at a Farewell Dinner. (FB, FD)
Hotel: Omni Parker House (SFC)

Day 14

Boston - Newport - New York City

Once the summer home of the Vanderbilts, Astors and Carnegies of the world, the seaside town of Newport now offers history aficionados a wealth of stunning architectural landmarks and we see the rows of mansions along Ocean Drive.We then bid farewell to our Tour Director as we return to New York this evening. (FB)
Hotel: New York Marriott East Side (FC)

Day 15

Depart New York City

There is perhaps time for last minute shopping before your complimentary transfer to New York JFK International Airport for your return flight back to the UK. (FB)

Day 16 (Door to Door)

Arrive UK

On arrival at your UK airport, your driver will greet you and escort you to your waiting private car for your door to door transfer to your home.

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Overall customer rating 5 () 9 Reviews

• • Product :
    My only criticism of this tour was that there was far too little time in New York. We did not arrive in New York until late afternoon, leaving the next morning and on the final day we only had half a day free before being collected for our return flight.
    The Tour Director Diego Campuzano and driver Oscar were both superb.

  • Service Rating :
    The mix of different nationalities makes for an interesting holiday
    

  • Response :
    We would like thank you for leaving your feedback about your recent tour.
    
    Having experienced our tours, most of our customers find new friends for life, often staying in touch from year to year, choosing to arrange their next tour together and looking forward to meeting another new group of friends.
    
    We do offer the flexibility of optional extra night stays, so it was possible that you could have stayed in New York for an extra night at the end of your tour, this would have allowed more time for site seeing this fabulous city.
    
    Thank you for your positive comments and high grade for our service and your Tour Director and driver, these have been passed onto our Product team.
    
    Kind Regards
    Shasheen Norton-Laver
    Customer Relations

  • Left 89 days ago

• • Product :
    Great tour. The Tour Director was outstanding with an excellent knowledge of all the places we visited.

  • Service Rating :
    Excellent all round service.
    

  • Response :
    We are very pleased to hear that you rated Milestones so highly. It is our main objective for you to enjoy every part of your holiday right from the start, to the time you are chauffeured home again on your return.
    
    Our Personal Travel Consultants really help to make the whole experience first class and try to give you as much information and advice as you need. They are your one and only point of contact throughout your booking process and they are proud of their attention to detail and expertise.
    We believe that by having your own Personal Travel Consultant and the Private Door to Door transfers, you get a truly unrivalled service.
    
    Your expert Tour Director will act as your `personal concierge´ throughout, they are highly experienced and often are a great source of local knowledge, helping to further enhance your tour experience. So we are very pleased to hear that you agree.
    
    Our 2012/2013 brochure is packed full of tours with more to offer on-line and as you have travelled with us previously you will now qualify for a 5% discount on any future tour with us.
    
    Thank you for choosing Milestones.
    
    Kind regards,
    
    Debbie Pullum
    Customer Relations

  • Left 89 days ago

• • Product :
    The tour was very good and hardly any thing to comment on that wasn't good but the transfer from and to the airport were probably the worst we have ever had. Especially the return journey when the driver over loaded the bus and threatened not to take our vouchers, said he wouldn't drop us at the terminal if we didn't promise to pay in cash. To be honest we didn't know if he would take us to the terminal or back to NY. Our tour leader and driver were excellent

  • Service Rating :
    Sophie was great and nothing seemed too much trouble for her
    

  • Response :
    Thank you for your comments regarding your Personal Travel Consultant, these have been passed onto Sophie Young. She takes pride in her role and aims to give a high standard of service; she will be pleased to be recognised for this.
    
    Our sincerest apologies that there where issues with your transfers, we provide vouchers in your travel documents that provide details of what we believe to be reputable companies. Your comments have been passed onto our Product Team for further investigation.
    
    We do hope that the transfers did not mark any good memories of your holiday and that you will be travelling with Milestones again in the future.
    
    Kind Regards
    Shasheen Norton-Laver
    Customer Relations

  • Left 117 days ago

• • Product :
    the downside of travelling with Milestones is that you are not met at the airport on arriving and have to find your own way about. Further, on finishing the tour at the last hotel, you are completely on your own after the tour manager has left and are responsible for organizing your transport to the airport for going home. Not what we are used to on a supposed good quality hoilday.

  • Service Rating :
    The service provided by the tour manager was fairly good but at the end of the tour he couldnt get away fast enough and were left to our own devices.
    

  • Response :
    Firstly may we thank you for leaving us your feedback.
    
    As per your itinerary your Tour Director departs the tour on day 14, as you return to New York. This leaves Day 15 as a day of Leisure in New York before you fly home. Our apologies that you felt he could not get away fast enough. I am sure that this was not the case, however, your comments have been taken on board and will be forwarded to our Product Team.
    
    Travel Vouchers would have been included with your Travel Documents with details of your Super shuttle to JFK with details on who to call to organise this.
    
    Unfortunately it is not always possible to organise a meet and greet at the airport as we have people coming in from all over the world at different times and destinations to meet up with the Tour Director, where it is feasible to do this we can and do.
    
    Thank you for taking the time to write on Feefo and we look forward to welcoming you on a Milestones holiday soon.
    
    Kind Regards
    Shasheen Norton-Laver
    Customer Relations

  • Left 126 days ago

• • Product :
    Trafalgar did an excellent coach tour - good driver, knowledgeable guide, good management, interesting venues

  • Service Rating :
    Prompt, couteous booking
    

  • Response :
    Trafalgar is the most experienced escorted touring company with an impressive 98% customer satisfaction rating. As Trafalgar is one of our sister companies it is positive to read that you found your coach tour to be excellent.
    
    Your comments are valued and will be shared with the Milestones Team, thank you for taking the time to write on Feefo.
    
    Kind Regards
    Shasheen Norton-Laver
    Customer Relations

  • Left 126 days ago

• • Product :
    Menu was the same throughout on choice of Dinners included. Quebec City Hotel not good.

  • Service Rating :
    Local tour operator service no complaints
    

  • Response :
    Thank you for your comments. I am glad you found the holiday as a whole positive.
    
    With regard to the meal options these have been passed on to our product team. We have raised the bar even higher for our meal arrangements on our 2012 touring programmes, I hope you have received the 2012 brochure and taken a look at our Premium Gold packages.
    
    Chris Fundell
    Marketing Manager

  • Left 127 days ago

• • Product :
    One of the best run tours we have had, we would reccomend this.

  • Service Rating :
    As advertised every thing went to plan, good Hotels and all staff involved with the tour excellent. We have had two trips to USA with Milestones both gave us a great Holiday.
    

  • Response :
    Thank you for taking the time to write on Feefo and for giving Milestones such high scores. Your comments and positive praise will be shared with the Milestones team, such motivation aids with the constant goal of providing excellent service.
    
    If you were to recommend a friend that travelled with Milestones you would be entitled to £100 of towards your next booking or a free case of wine.
    
    We look forward to welcoming you onto another Milestones holiday again soon.
    
    Kind Regards
    Shasheen Norton-Laver
    Customer Relations

  • Left 127 days ago

• • Product :
    Tour director Ben Conte and driver Oscar were a great team, knowledgeable and friendly. Overall tour well balanced but a few itinerary issues meant some wasted time and some of the included meals were poor.

  • Service Rating :
    Helpful staff, documentation thorough.
    

  • Response :
    Our personal Travel Consultants are your one and only point of contact throughout your booking process and they are proud of their attention to detail, providing you with all the information and travel expertise that you need.
    
    Our Tour Directors and Drivers are highly experienced and we are pleased that you felt they worked well together. Your comments about the itinerary will be passed on to the Product team, we value all feedback greatly as it helps us to maintain and improve our high standards.
    
    Thank you for taking the time to write on Feefo and we look forward to welcoming you on another tour in the future.
    
    Kind regards,
    
    Debbie Pullum
    Customer Relations

  • Left 128 days ago

• • Product :
    it was a wonderful trip spent with my father, but two years ago is a long time and I won't be going for another trip until my baby is a bit bigger

  • Service Rating :
    the service was very good
    

  • Response :
    Thank you very much indeed for your kind comments, I am glad you and your father had a good time, we look forward to welcoming you on another Milestones tour in the near future.
    
    Richard Hitchens
    Marketing Executive
    Milestones

  • Left 128 days ago