North East Highlights – USA Tour for Young Adults & Young Solo Travellers

North East Highlights Tours for Young Adults

The one that brings you the best of Northeastern USA, from Chicago to the Catskills, and Boston

Experience the modern vibes of Chicago with soaring skyscrapers and its deep dish pizza, then head over to the riveting Catskills for a chance to reconnect with nature in a surreal mountain setting, where you’ll get to swim, bike or just gaze at the stars by the fire. Top it all off with a stop in Boston, for a chance to discover the magnificence of this revolutionary city, with famous landmarks and delicious cuisine.

“70 percent join our trips solo”

“70% of our travellers join our trips solo, so you’ll travel with like-minded young people who want to make friends, experience new things and create lifelong memories. This is the best way to turn solo travel into the most social travel imaginable.” (Cited from the very experienced and internationally popular operator of this tour for young adults. For the latest info and eventual changes see here)

“Most popular youth travel company in the world”

Info by the very experienced and internationally popular operator of this tour for young adults (“Most popular youth travel company in the world”, Wikipedia): “Our trips are exclusively for 18-35s, and whether you join us solo or in a group, our trips are designed so you can share incredible experiences with young travellers just like you.”

Reviews by tour participants:

out of 5 stars ()* (all reviews and the latest rating available on the details page

Target age group:

18 to 35 (35 to 45 at “Reunion Trips“)

Trip duration and price:

7 days, 1 country from about $ 2608* (final prices – also in other currencies like British £ or € – available on the booking page)

Destinations:

North America > USA

You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details page

Planned Itinerary:

Day 1: Chicago

Day 2: Chicago

Day 3: Chicago

New York City

Catskills

Day 4: Catskills

Day 5: Catskills

Boston

Day 6: Boston

Day 7: Boston

New York City

Day 1: Start Chicago

Chicago

Welcome to Chicago! This city of contrasts has pretty much everything you could possibly want in a great travel experience: stunning skyscrapers, world-class museums, delicious food, and enough entertainment to keep you on your toes. There is plenty to do, so we’ll start off with a guided tour hitting all the major sights.

A conveniently located hotel

Included Meals:

DinnerIncluded ExperienceSee The Bears Soldier FieldHeads up NFL fans. This is your chance to nose around an iconic American football stadium. *mic drop* Included ExperienceSee Guaranteed Rate StadiumJust ignore the weird name. This Chicago-based baseball ground is a must-see while in the US.Included ExperienceExplore Chicago’s waterfrontGrab your Contiki crew and discover Lake Michigan, Buckingham Fountain, Navy Pier and Chicago River IRL.Included ExperienceTour the sights of ChicagoYour chance to get up close to the Hancock Building (AKA ‘Sears Tower), Willis Tower and Art Deco skyscrapers on the Magnificent Mile.
Included ExperienceEat an authentic Chicago pizzaYou can’t visit Chicago without eating a deep dish. It’s the stuff of your melted cheese-filled dreams.

Day 2: Chicago

Chicago

Rise and shine! You’ve got a free day to explore the Windy City all on your own.
Whether you want to bike around town for a street level perspective, jump on an architectural cruise or even see the White Sox or the Cubs play in a huge stadium game, the choice is yours. Nevertheless, you can’t leave Chi -town without trying their signature deep-dish pizza, a perfect blend of American and Italian traditions.

A conveniently located hotel

Included Meals:

Breakfast

360 Observation DeckLook down on the Magnificent Mile from the 360 Observation Deck. All prices are in local currency.
Additional costs apply

Discover the Chicago Lakefront by BikeDon’t miss your chance to discover beaches, parks, lagoons… and even the Conservatory and Lincoln Park Zoo. The activity lasts around 2 hours, and all abilities are more than welcome. All prices are in local currency.
Additional costs apply

Admire Chicago’s Finest Architecture by BoatOn this 75-minute cruise, you’ll marvel at more than just the majestic coastline. Over 40 of Chicago’s most famous landmarks await, from the cultural icons to the lesser known wonders. All prices are in local currency.
Additional costs apply

Day 3: Chicago to the Catskills via New York City

ChicagoIt’s time to wave goodbye to the Windy City.

New York CityWe hop a flight across to NYC where our private coach will chauffeur us out of the mayhem and into the mountains.Catskills

It’s time to get back to nature and the Catskills is unmatched for beauty, location and its ability to make you feel remote without having to drive for days.

A conveniently located hotel

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Day 4: The Catskills

Catskills
Today is all about YOU. Hike, swim, hire a bike or just be at one with the absence of traffic noise and exhaust fumes. Light a fire and toast s’mores and gaze at the stars above. This is living.

A conveniently located hotel

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Day 5: The Catskills to Boston

CatskillsReady to venture back into the big city lights? Today we’ve got Boston in our sights. BostonThis forward-thinking city, also nicknamed Beantown, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the U.S. Known for its iconic historical sights, great food spots and famous sports teams, this city will definitely tempt you to stay a bit longer. We’ll get a taste of the local culinary scene with an included dinner at the famous TimeOut market. Lobster roll anyone?

The Revolution (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Dinner

Included Experience Eat dinner at TimeOut Market Round up your new BFFs and spend the evening tasting dishes created by Boston’s coolest chefs.

Day 6: Boston

Boston
We’ll start the day at Harvard University and get a tour with one of the students. This hilarious look at student life will bring out all the LOLs. Take a coffee break at one of the many local cafes, go for a walk through the Emerald Necklace, then top it all off with some delicious seafood. Maybe opt to walk the Freedom Trail on the Little Italy walking and eating tour, and stop at locally owned small restaurants to support the Shop Small, Shop Local movement here in the US. To add to this experience, pizza will be on the menu but not like the Deep Dish you had in Chicago.

The Revolution (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Discover Boston’s Little ItalyExplore Boston’s North End, aka Little Italy, on this wicked walking and eating tour (pizza included!) of some historical sites belonging to the city’s iconic Freedom Trail. You’ll get the best of marinara sauce and past American rebellion all in one!
Additional costs apply

Day 7: Boston to New York City

BostonSadly, this is where our trip ends. You can check out in Boston…New York City…or take the complimentary transfer to NYC with a drop at the Moxy Times Square….just in time to rest up and join the New York Uncovered or New York to Miami trip tomorrow!

Included Meals:

Breakfast

You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details & booking page

Some of the Highlights:

Included Experience
Explore Chicago’s waterfront

Grab your Contiki crew and discover Lake Michigan, Buckingham Fountain, Navy Pier and Chicago River IRL.

INCLUDED

Included Experience
Tour the sights of Chicago

Your chance to get up close to the Hancock Building (AKA ‘Sears Tower), Willis Tower and Art Deco skyscrapers on the Magnificent Mile.

INCLUDED

Included Experience
Eat an authentic Chicago pizza

You can’t visit Chicago without eating a deep dish. It’s the stuff of your melted cheese-filled dreams.

INCLUDED

360 Observation Deck

Look down on the Magnificent Mile from the 360 Observation Deck. All prices are in local currency.

ADDITIONAL COST APPLIED

Discover the Chicago Lakefront by Bike

Don’t miss your chance to discover beaches, parks, lagoons… and even the Conservatory and Lincoln Park Zoo. The activity lasts around 2 hours, and all abilities are more than welcome. All prices are in local currency.

ADDITIONAL COST APPLIED

Admire Chicago’s Finest Architecture by Boat

On this 75-minute cruise, you’ll marvel at more than just the majestic coastline. Over 40 of Chicago’s most famous landmarks await, from the cultural icons to the lesser known wonders. All prices are in local currency.

ADDITIONAL COST APPLIED

Trip Highlights

The must do experiences that you can cross off your bucket list

You’ll find all highlights and eventual changes on the details page

FAQs:

You’ll find all FAQs and the latest info on the details page

Included Meals:

6 Breakfasts, 2 Dinners

You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details page

Team:

Expert Trip Manager & Driver Team

You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details page

Group Size:

Maximum 25 people

You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details page

Transfers:

Coach, 1 internal flight

You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details page

More Details:

You’ll find all details and the latest updates on the details & booking page

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(Partially) travel with a nice group or entirely travel solo?

By booking an organized USA tour for young adults or other North America trips for young people you can not only reduce planning hassle, but often also save money, as tour operators can buy accommodations, transportation, etc. in larger contingents in advance and thus get special conditions. You will also benefit from the experience of the tour operator, professional tour guides (whose stories you can enjoy…) and have the easy opportunity to meet nice fellow travelers when traveling in a group. Anyone who has traveled before will know that travel companions or other traveling acquaintances are one of the most essential factors for unforgettable experiences. In addition, you usually have enough individual freedom even with organized tours and you can, if the arrival and departure is not included, additionally extend your stay individually before or after the group tour with young adults. If you still prefer to organize your trip completely on your own and travel independently, then you’ll find all the practical tools you need to plan and book quickly & cheaply on our individual travel page.