Arrival New York - Transfer - Hotel - Free

1 Day

25 km

Arrival in New York City. Transfer by shuttle (on your own) to your hotel where your guide will be waiting for you to check in. You will be given a subway pass valid for the duration of your stay. Free time for a first personal discovery of the city. Dinner at leisure. Accommodation at the hotel in Manhattan.

New York - Manhattan - Visit 1

1 Day

25 km

Breakfast. Tour of Manhattan. Discover Times Square with its huge illuminated billboards, Grand Central Station, Washington Square Park, the Flatiron Building and Empire State Building. Then head for the Union Square Greenmarket, where you can stroll along the stalls, sample local produce and taste local specialties like a true New Yorker. Visit Greenwich Village along its tree-lined streets, Soho and Chinatown, Manhattan's authentic ethnic enclaves. Finally, a visit to Wall Street in the Financial District.

Lunch in Chinatown. Then discover the Southstreet Seaport Museum, dedicated to NYC's port history.

Time permitting, walk across the famous Brooklyn Bridge, a 19th-century structure that spans the East River and takes you into the Brooklyn district. Take a stroll through the trendy DUMBO district, on the banks of the East River, to photograph the Manhattan skyline and the Brooklyn Bridge, then free time for some vintage shopping opportunities. A few steps away, take in the hip atmosphere of this very artistic city by strolling through the Brooklyn Flea Market, described by the New York Times as “One of the great urban experiences in New York! It's the ideal place to pick up unique and inexpensive local souvenirs.

Return to hotel by subway. Dinner on your own and overnight in Manhattan.

New York - Visit 2 - Harlem (escorted)

1 Day

20 km

Start your day with a tour of Harlem, the historic and spiritual capital of African American culture. Discover the Sugar Hill neighborhood, famous for its elegant mansions dating back to Harlem’s Golden Age, and the Apollo Theater, the birthplace of jazz and an iconic venue on the music scene. Explore this neighborhood rich in history, shaped by iconic figures such as Malcolm X and Martin Luther King, and admire the spectacular St. John the Divine Cathedral (exterior view), one of the largest in the world. Your morning will conclude with a unique experience: a gospel service at one of Harlem’s churches. Let yourself be swept away by powerful and moving songs—a true expression of faith and emotion—performed by unforgettable voices. Stay immersed in this warm atmosphere with a soul food brunch.

In the afternoon, head to Central Park, New York’s true “green lung,” for a pleasant stroll alongside New Yorkers. Explore its iconic landmarks, such as the majestic Bethesda Fountain and the peaceful Strawberry Fields, a vibrant memorial to John Lennon.

Then, head to Rockefeller Center. With your ticket to the Top of the Rock (available with the optional package), you’ll take in a breathtaking panorama, with stunning views of Central Park, the Empire State Building, and many other wonders of the city. A memorable experience to cap off a day full of discoveries. Return to the hotel on your own. 

Dinner on your own. Overnight at the hotel.

New York - Visit 3 - Statue of Liberty-Ellis - 9/11 Memorial & Museum - (escorted)

1 Day

10 km

Start your day with a subway ride to Battery Park.

Start your day with a subway ride to Battery Park, the ferry departure point for the Statue of Liberty. The world-famous symbol of New York and the United States, it embodies the American Dream and the hope of millions of immigrants. Let yourself be seduced by the grandeur of this emblematic monument, a true beacon of freedom.

Then visit Ellis Island and its museum dedicated to immigrants. Immerse yourself in the poignant story of the 15 million people who, between 1890 and 1920, passed through this island in search of a better future. Through captivating exhibits, discover the challenges and hopes of the new arrivals and understand an essential page in the history of the United States.

Lunch, then continue your day with a visit to the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, a deeply moving place dedicated to the victims of the September 11, 2001 attacks. Explore the exhibits, which combine salvaged artifacts, poignant survivor accounts and the steel pillars of the Twin Towers. This tour pays tribute to the lives lost while celebrating the city's resilience and unity.

Next door, don't miss the Oculus, a striking architectural structure designed by Santiago Calatrava. With its futuristic, luminous design, it symbolizes the rebirth of Lower Manhattan and provides a fascinating contrast to the emotions aroused by the nearby memorial.

Return to the hotel on your own, dinner on your own. Overnight in Manhattan.

Departure New York

1 Day

25 km

Breakfast, then enjoy free time for your last purchases or visits. Lunch at leisure, then transfer from the hotel to the airport. Return flight or individual extension, at extra cost.