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East Coast USA Holidays


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Eastern USA holidays offer something for everyone, from exciting cities to quaint villages and a landscape that ranges from majestic mountains to sandy beaches.

You are spoilt for choice when it comes to world class cities! Take a city break to legendary New York or visit sensational Chicago. Or perhaps it’s the history of Boston, Washington DC and Philadelphia that appeal. To combine several cities just jump aboard the Acela Express and ride the train along the East Coast.

The region is abundant with natural splendours; explore Shenandoah National Park on one of America’s most scenic drives or go hiking in beautiful Acadia National Park. Discover the picturesque beaches that dot the Great Lakes, be charmed by New England and its famous fall foliage and be wowed by mighty Niagara Falls.

Trailfinders offers a range of East Coast USA holidays and our expert travel consultants are a mine of information about what to do here, often with first-hand travel experience. Whether you want to explore Eastern USA on a fly drive holiday, a sociable guided group tour, or are looking for advice on the best way to create a multi centre holiday – they are the perfect people to ask.
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HOW TO GET AROUND EASTERN USA

With its easy to drive highways and scenic byways, Eastern USA is a perfect destination to be explored by car or motorhome. Follow one of our classic fly drive holidays or motorhome holidays or ask our expert travel consultants to tailormake your East Coast USA holiday.

If you’d rather not drive how about joining a sociable guided group tour to explore New England, travel by rail or even arrive in NYC aboard a cruise ship. Our multi centre holidays are also a great alternative – hopping by air between the cities and taking advantage of our local tours to experience the attractions.

OUR HOLIDAYS TO EASTERN USA

Nobody offers more ways to explore Eastern USA than Trailfinders.

Here's a snapshot of some of our most popular East Coast USA holidays. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, click on the link below them to see our complete range of holidays and tours in the destination.
Best of New England
Fly Drive Holiday
18 days / 17 nights

New England is a magical region of towering mountains, quaint historical villages and romantic rugged coastlines.

Guide Price: €3,529 £3,099 pp

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Best of Eastern USA by Rail
Rail
16 days / 15 nights

Ride Amtrak’s Acela Express between the iconic cities of Washington, Philadelphia, New York and Boston.

Guide Price: €2,149 £1,899 pp

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Classic New England & The Adirondacks - Motorhome Holiday
Motorhome
16 days / 15 nights

Cruise America and Cruise Canada operate the largest fleet of motorhomes in North America.

Guide Price: €2,379 £2,099 pp

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Capital Region & The Blue Ridge Mountains
Fly Drive Holiday
15 days / 14 nights

Explore the mountains of Virginia, beautiful bays in Maryland and iconic buildings in Washington DC on this journey through the Capital Region.

Guide Price: €2,679 £2,379 pp

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Highlights & Delights of Eastern USA
Fly Drive Holiday
15 days / 14 nights

From the monuments of Washington DC to the skyscrapers of New York and Pittsburgh, this holiday of highlights combines Eastern USA’s cultural cities alongside the wineries of the Finger Lakes and magnificent Niagara Falls.

Guide Price: €2,049 £1,849 pp

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WHERE TO GO IN EASTERN USA

Each state in Eastern USA boasts its own attractions and it’s no exaggeration to say each merits a holiday in its own right. It would be just as easy to spend all your time exploring Massachusetts’ historic cities, seaside villages and rolling countryside as it would to explore the mountains, beaches and civil war history of Virginia.

Click on the tiles below the Eastern USA map for more details on each holiday destination. Alternatively, if you are looking for some inspiration, give us a call and speak to one of our expert travel consultants.
New York
New York, the most famous city in the world, is an exciting mix of world famous sightseeing, trendy neighbourhoods, superb museums and shopping and a buzzing atmosphere that's like nowhere else on earth.
Chicago
Cosmopolitan Chicago offers a fantastic mix of attractions ranging from iconic skyscrapers with awe-inducing views to world-renowned museums and fabulous nightlife
The Great Lakes
Holidays to the Great Lakes region of America are filled with exciting cities, sweeping views over mighty lakes, quaint lakeside towns and undiscovered natural wonders.
Washington DC & The Capital Region
The nation’s capital is home to magnificent architecture, monuments and memorials. Nearby, discover the mighty mountains of Shenandoah, Virginia's civil war history and Maryland's delightful coastal towns.
Boston
Historic and handsome, Boston is a fascinating city to explore on foot. Walk the Freedom Trail in the footsteps of revolutionaries.
New England
New England offers stunning fall foliage, towering mountains, white-steepled churches and miles of dramatic coastline.
Cape Cod
Cape Cod is just 2 hours drive from Boston and boasts beautiful beaches, quaint villages and seaside towns. A short ferry ride takes you to idyllic Martha's Vineyard.
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is home to exciting cities, picturesque countryside and Civil War battlefields. Explore Philadelphia's Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Old City. Over in Pittsburgh, discover cultural attractions including the Andy Warhol Museum.
New York State
Explore beautiful beaches, sample the fresh local seafood and enjoy the relaxed pace of The Hamptons’, famed for its grand mansions dotted along the coastline and its air of exclusivity.

OUR RECOMMENDED HOTELS IN EASTERN USA

We feature a great range of accommodation in Eastern USA, with something to suit all budgets. Maybe you’re looking for a boutique inn in New England, or how about a self-catering cottage in Cape Cod? Perhaps it’s a chic hotel in downtown Philadelphia that you’re after or an apartment in New York that’s big enough for the whole family.

What you won’t find here are thousands of East Coast USA hotels to wade through. We have done the hard work for you and selected the best places to stay and our travel consultants are on hand to help, often with first-hand experience.
Lotte New York Palace
5 star

New York

Elegantly combining grand, historic features with modern touches, this luxury landmark hotel offers a refined ambience and excellent service levels.
Kixby
4 star

New York

Housed in a building dating back to 1901, the charming Kixby blends historic touches with stylish design.
Fairmont Copley Plaza
5 star

Boston

This prestigious property opened in 1912 and boasts an enviable location on Copley Square.
Queen Anne Inn
3 plus star

Cape Cod

Built in 1840 this friendly inn retains a Victorian-era style with its authentic furnishings and antiques.
The Mayflower Hotel
5 star

Washington DC

This landmark hotel is steeped in political history; J Edgar Hoover ate at the same table here for 20 years and Truman proclaimed it ‘the second best address in DC’.
Hotel 55 Chicago Downtown
4 plus star

Chicago

Hotel 55 is ideally located in River North, one of Chicago’s most popular neighbourhoods.

WHAT TO DO IN EASTERN USA

As well as some awe-inspiring sights Eastern USA is also home to unforgettable experiences. These can provide a unique way to experience the natural splendours of the area or a fascinating way to learn about the history of a city.

One day you might be wowed by a dazzling Broadway show, the next you’ve set sail on an unforgettable whale watching cruise from Boston. Experiences can range from discovering the culture of the Amish in Pennsylvania to a fun superhero movie tour around NYC.

Our collection of unmissable experiences will really help bring your Eastern USA holiday to life.
New York Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Attraction Ticket
Departs: New York

The most convenient way to explore the sights of Manhattan. With a choice of 1 or 2 days on the ...

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience
Attraction Ticket
Departs: New York

For three levels of mind-bending, multi-sensory experiences and unrivalled close up views of the ...

Chicago Culture & Architecture
2-3 hours
Departs: Chicago

Chicago has it all – amazing architecture, tasty food, and iconic sights both old and ...

Washington DC Unveiled
2 hours
Departs: Washington DC

See Washington DC’s famous monuments, war memorials and the iconic buildings of Capitol Hill from ...

Top of the Rock Observation Deck
Attraction Ticket
Departs: New York

Marvel at New York’s breathtaking skyline with panoramic views of the city from the 70th floor of ...

Boston Old Town Trolley Tour
Attraction Ticket
Departs: Boston

A great way to familiarise yourself with this city of firsts is to explore the sights of Boston on ...

WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO VISIT THE EAST COAST OF USA?

The best time to visit Eastern USA varies by region. A general rule of thumb is that there’s very cold winters and hot summers. Cities can be being fairly humid in summer whereas it’s peak time for travel in the countryside and along the coast. The prime time to see New England’s fall foliage is late September to mid October.

For more information, take a look at our guide to the best time to visit New York.

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