13 Days USA East West Tour
USA and Canada Tours for Indian Parents and families visiting USA with Indian food
Explore the Best of East and West Coast USA with Indian dinners
Experience an unforgettable USA East West Tour covering America’s most iconic destinations in one exciting group vacation. From the vibrant streets of New York and the historic landmarks of Washington, D.C. to the spectacular Niagara Falls, Las Vegas entertainment, Hollywood attractions and beautiful San Francisco, this journey offers an incredible coast-to-coast experience. Enjoy comfortable hotel stays, guided sightseeing and Indian dinners throughout your American vacation. This tour is also an excellent choice for Indian parents and families looking to explore the United States together.
New York • Philadelphia • Washington, D.C. • Harrisburg • Niagara Falls • Las Vegas • Los
Angeles • Fresno • Monterey Bay → 17-Mile Drive • San Francisco
FULLY ESCORTED JOURNEY | ICONIC SIGHTS ON BOTH COASTS | GUIDED CITY TOURS | POPULAR INCLUDED ATTRACTIONS |
LUXURY CITY-CENTERED HOTELS | LUXURY COACHES | 12 BREAKFASTS | 12 INDIAN DINNERS |
FLIGHT BOOKING GUIDELINES
PANORAMIC EAST TO WEST TOUR 2027
· Thursday arrival: Fly into JFK or LGA; private transfer to the New York hotel is included. EWR is farther from the hotel but can also be used for an additional transfer charge of $55 per sedan for up to 2 passengers or $85 per van for up to 4 passengers. Hotel check-in begins at 4:00 p.m. · Wednesday connection: Book the Buffalo (BUF) to Las Vegas (LAS) flight to arrive by 4:00 PM. The flight is not included. Private transfers from the Niagara Falls hotel to BUF and from LAS to the Las Vegas hotel are included. The Las Vegas tour briefing begins at 5:30 PM. · Tuesday departure: Fly home from San Francisco (SFO). Private transfer from the hotel to SFO is included. Hotel check-out is at 11:00 AM. |
Early arrival or late departure: Leave your luggage with the hotel’s Bell Desk and explore the city at your own pace.
East Coast USA Tour from New York to Buffalo
DAY 1 | THURSDAY |
STAY | MEALS | TRAVEL |
Arrival: At baggage claim, call the driver using the number provided on your voucher. The driver will direct you to the designated meeting point for your included private airport transfer to the New York hotel. Standard check-in begins at 4:00 p.m.; early arrivals may leave luggage with the Bell Desk. Optional meet-and-greet assistance upon arrival in New York can be provided for $80.
Evening: Meet the tour manager in the hotel lobby, then walk to a nearby Indian restaurant for a welcome dinner. After dinner, explore Times Square at your own pace.
Times Square, New York
DAY 2 | FRIDAY |
STAY | MEALS | TRAVEL |
Morning: After breakfast, enjoy a guided New York City tour featuring the United Nations Headquarters, Rockefeller Center, Brooklyn Bridge and the 9/11 Memorial.
Afternoon: Take the ferry to Statue of Liberty Island.
Evening: Enjoy an Indian dinner, followed by Aladdin on Broadway at the New Amsterdam Theatre .
Statue of Liberty, New York
DAY 3 | SATURDAY |
STAY | MEALS | TRAVEL |
Morning: Visit SUMMIT One Vanderbilt, then enjoy time for shopping at The Mills at Jersey Gardens.
Afternoon: Continue to Philadelphia for a guided tour featuring Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, Benjamin Franklin Parkway and Elfreth’s Alley.
Evening: Travel onward to the Washington, D.C. area. Enjoy an Indian dinner on arrival, then check in to the hotel.
Historic Philadelphia
DAY 4 | SUNDAY |
STAY | MEALS | TRAVEL |
Morning: Visit The People’s House: A White House Experience (interactive exhibits), followed by a guided Washington, D.C. city tour featuring the World War II Memorial, Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument, with photo stops at the White House and U.S. Capitol.
Afternoon: Explore the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, home to dinosaur fossils, gemstones and the Hope Diamond.
Evening: Drive to Harrisburg. Enjoy an Indian dinner en route or on arrival, then check in to the hotel.
Washington, D.C.
DAY 5 | MONDAY |
STAY | MEALS | TRAVEL |
Morning: Tour the Pennsylvania State Capitol, including its grand dome, artwork and historic chambers. Continue to Hershey’s Chocolate World for the ride and shopping.
Afternoon: Visit the Corning Museum of Glass for galleries and live glassblowing demonstrations.
Evening: Arrive in Niagara Falls and enjoy an Indian dinner, followed by the colorful evening illumination of the Falls.
Harrisburg and Hershey’s Chocolate World
DAY 6 | TUESDAY |
STAY | MEALS | TRAVEL |
Morning: Walk with the tour manager to the Maid of the Mist and Cave of the Winds. No coach service is provided today.
Afternoon: Enjoy leisure time for shopping or walking in the park. Optional helicopter and live on air balloon experiences may be available at additional cost.
Evening: Enjoy an Indian dinner, followed by free time to visit Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino on your own , browse nearby shops, enjoy local entertainment or stroll through the illuminated Niagara Falls area. Gaming, shopping and personal expenses are not included.
Niagara Falls
DAY 7 | WEDNESDAY |
STAY | MEALS | TRAVEL |
Morning: Enjoy breakfast and check out by 11:00 a.m. Your representative will provide the included private transfer from the Niagara Falls hotel to Buffalo Airport based on your flight schedule.
Flight connection: Fly from Buffalo (BUF) to Las Vegas (LAS), arriving by 4:00 p.m. The domestic flight is not included and must be booked separately.
West Coast USA Tour starts from Las Vegas ends in San Francisco.
Las Vegas arrival: At baggage claim, call the driver using the number provided on your voucher for your included private transfer to Paris Las Vegas. Hotel check-in begins at 4:00 p.m. Meet the Tour Escort for the briefing at 6.30 p.m.
Evening: Enjoy an Indian dinner.
Optional: Time to experience the shows – (The sphere, V show, Vegas show, evening Vegas helicopter) subject to availability and additional cost.
IMPORTANT CONNECTION DAY Book the Buffalo-to-Las Vegas flight to arrive by 4:00 p.m. Allow adequate time for the transfer to Buffalo Airport, airline check-in, security and baggage collection in Las Vegas. Submit complete flight details at least 7 days before travel so the included transfers can be scheduled. |
Paris Las Vegas
DAY 8 | THURSDAY |
STAY | MEALS | TRAVEL |
Morning: Depart for an optional excursion to the Grand Canyon West Rim Bus tour. Skywalk, helicopter and boat experiences are available at additional cost.
Alternative: Guests not joining an optional tour have a free day to enjoy Las Vegas shopping, sightseeing and resort attractions. ( A packed breakfast will be provided for both the options )
Evening: Enjoy an Indian dinner, followed by a guided Las Vegas Strip Night Tour and the vibrant Fremont Street Experience.
Las Vegas at night
DAY 9 | FRIDAY |
STAY | MEALS | TRAVEL |
Morning: Travel through the desert landscapes of Nevada and California, with breakfast en route and a stop at Ontario Mills for outlet shopping.
Afternoon: Enjoy a guided Los Angeles city tour featuring the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Dolby Theatre, Rodeo Drive and a Hollywood Sign photo stop.
Evening: Enjoy an Indian dinner before checking in to the hotel.
Hollywood and Los Angeles shopping
DAY 10 | SATURDAY |
STAY | MEALS | TRAVEL |
Morning: Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, then visit Universal Studios Hollywood for rides, live shows and behind-the-scenes attractions.
Afternoon: Around 4PM Depart Los Angeles and continue through California’s scenic landscapes toward San Luis Obispo.
Evening: Enjoy an Indian dinner before checking in and relaxing at the hotel.
DAY 11 | SUNDAY |
STAY | MEALS | TRAVEL |
Morning: Travel to Monterey Bay and stop at Cannery Row.
Afternoon: Enjoy the scenic 17-Mile Drive, featuring Pebble Beach, Spanish Bay and the Lone Cypress, then continue to San Francisco.
Evening: Enjoy an Indian dinner before checking in to your centrally located San Francisco hotel.
California’s scenic 17-Mile Drive
DAY 12 | MONDAY |
STAY | MEALS | TRAVEL |
Full Day: Enjoy a guided San Francisco city tour, including Twin Peaks and historic neighborhoods. Ride the iconic cable car, enjoy a San Francisco Bay Cruise, and experience The Flyer – Flying Theater Experience.
Enjoy free time at Fisherman’s Wharf. Conclude the day with dinner at an Indian restaurant before returning to the hotel.
Leisure: Enjoy free time at Fisherman’s Wharf.
Evening: Enjoy an Indian dinner before returning to the hotel.
Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco
DAY 13 | TUESDAY |
STAY | MEALS | TRAVEL |
Departure: Check out by 11:00 a.m. and take your included private transfer from the hotel to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) based on your flight schedule.
Optional extension: A post-tour hotel night may be booked at additional cost, subject to availability.
2027 Thursday Departures
Choose from weekly Thursday departures across the spring, summer and fall season.
MONTH | DEPARTURE DATES |
April | 15, 22, 29 |
May | 6, 13, 20, 27 |
June | 3, 10, 17, 24 |
July | 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 |
August | 5, 12, 19, 26 |
September | 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 |
October | 7, 14, 21, 28 |
November | 4, 11 |
Tour Cost: Per person Single Double Triple Quad Child (3–9)
Panorama East West | $5,650 | $4275 | $3,890 | $3,700 | $2,850 |
New York to Niagara Falls
- New York City guided tour
- Statue of Liberty Island ferry
- Aladdin on Broadway
- SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
- The Mills at Jersey Gardens
- Philadelphia guided city tour
- The People’s House experience and Washington, D.C. guided city tour
- Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
- Pennsylvania State Capitol
- Hershey’s Chocolate World
- Corning Museum of Glass
- Niagara Falls illumination
- Maid of the Mist
- Cave of the Winds
Las Vegas to San Francisco
- Las Vegas Strip Night Tour and Fremont Street Experience
- Ontario Mills outlet stop
- Los Angeles guided city tour
- Universal Studios Hollywood
- Monterey Bay and scenic 17-Mile Drive
- Guided City Tour of San Francisco
- San Francisco Bay Cruise
- The Flyer San Francisco
- Cable Car ride
- Fisherman’s Wharf free time
Inclusion (+)
- Hotel accommodation: 12 nights in premium hotels, including room charges and applicable hotel taxes.
- Breakfasts: 12 breakfasts, including Indian breakfasts in New York and Las Vegas, with hotel, packed, or en-route breakfasts on the remaining days, as specified in the day-by-day itinerary.
- Indian dinners: 12 Indian dinners from Day 1 through Day 12, served buffet or family-style depending on group size and restaurant operations.
- Tour manager: Services of a bilingual tour manager speaking English and one additional language during the touring program.
- Sightseeing and admissions: Guided sightseeing and attraction admissions only where specifically stated as included in the itinerary.
- Transportation and transfers: Travel by coach, mini-coach or van according to group size, plus included private arrival and departure airport transfers in New York, Buffalo, Las Vegas and San Francisco. Complimentary hotel lobby Wi-Fi is included where available.
- Exclusion (-)
- Airfare: All international and domestic flights are excluded, including the required Day 7 Buffalo-to-Las Vegas flight.
- Additional transfers: Transfers associated with independently booked extra nights, different airports or services outside the stated itinerary are not included. For arrivals at EWR, a private transfer can be arranged for an additional charge of $60 per sedan for up to 2 passengers or $95 per van for up to 4 passengers.
- On arrival, meet-and-greet service can be provided for an additional $80 per transfer, subject to availability.
- Lunch and any meals not specifically listed in the itinerary. The tour bus will stop at farmers’ markets, food courts, or similar dining locations, where guests can purchase lunch according to their preferences.
- Travel documents: Visa fees, visa processing charges and related documentation cost
- Optional services: Optional excursions, attractions, activities and any independently booked services.
- Baggage services: Porterage, baggage handling and airline baggage fees.
- Mandatory gratuities: USD 60 per person for the entire trip, payable in cash as advised by the tour manager.
- Last-minute booking surcharge: A surcharge applies to reservations confirmed within 15 days of travel. Please contact Vacation Zone for details.
- Personal expenses: Hotel incidentals, shopping, telephone charges, laundry and all other personal expenses.
Important Tour Notes
TOPIC | DETAIL |
HOTEL TIMES | Standard check-in is 4:00 p.m. and check-out is 11:00 a.m. Early-arriving guests may leave luggage with the Bell Desk. |
ROOMS & AMENITIES | Most U.S. hotel rooms have a maximum of two double beds. Rollaway beds are generally not allowed in rooms with two beds. Water bottles, coffee makers and kettles are not guaranteed. |
COACH SERVICE | Coach seats are first-come, first-served. Vehicle size varies with the group. For small groups, the driver may also serve as tour leader. |
TIMING | Driving and sightseeing times are approximate and may change because of traffic, weather, attraction schedules or group movement. |
BAGGAGE | Porterage is not included. Guests are responsible for their own luggage and valuables. |
GUEST RESPONSIBILITY | Arrive on time, follow the tour manager’s instructions, secure travel documents and valuables, and advise the tour team in advance of dietary or mobility concerns. |
Participation & Operating Conditions
Accessibility and assistance: The tour operator is not equipped to provide specialized assistance or guarantee wheelchair-accessible facilities or vehicles. Guests requiring assistance must travel with a capable companion and advise the tour operator before booking.
Itinerary changes: The tour leader may adjust the itinerary for safety or operational reasons. Hotels, attractions, meals and transportation remain subject to availability and operating conditions.
Personal belongings & damage: Guests are responsible for valuables, travel documents, personal belongings and any property damage they cause.
No-shows & incidentals: No refunds are provided for no-shows. Room service, minibar, laundry, damage charges and other incidentals are the guest’s responsibility.
Disruptions & force majeure: Reasonable efforts will be made to address breakdowns or events beyond the company’s control. Similar hotels or replacement vehicles may be used. No monetary compensation is guaranteed.
Limitation of liability: To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, the tour operator is not responsible for indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages.
BOOKING ACKNOWLEDGEMENT By booking or joining this itinerary, each guest confirms that they have read and accepted these notes together with the complete Terms & Conditions. |
Frequently Asked Questions – USA East West Tour
1. What destinations are covered in the USA East West Tour?
This 13-day escorted group tour covers major highlights of America’s East and West Coast, including New York, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Niagara Falls, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Monterey Bay and San Francisco.
2. How many days is the USA East West Tour?
The tour is 13 days, offering a memorable coast-to-coast journey through some of America’s most popular cities and attractions.
3. Does the tour include Indian meals?
Yes. The tour includes Indian dinners, choice of vegetarian, Jain and non – vegetarian food making it a convenient choice for Indian travelers and families who prefer familiar cuisine while exploring the United States.
4. Is Niagara Falls included in this USA group tour?
Yes. Niagara Falls is one of the major highlights of the East Coast portion of the itinerary.
5. Does the tour include Las Vegas and the West Coast?
Yes. The West Coast portion includes Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Monterey Bay and San Francisco, with sightseeing at popular attractions.
6. Is this tour suitable for Indian families and senior travelers?
Yes. This escorted group vacation is a convenient way for families and senior travelers to explore multiple American destinations with organized sightseeing, hotel accommodations and Indian dinners. Travelers should consider the walking and driving involved when planning.
7. Are hotels and sightseeing included in the tour?
The tour includes hotel accommodations and sightseeing as specified in the itinerary. Please refer to the detailed tour inclusions and exclusions before booking.
8. Can I book this USA East West Tour from the USA?
Yes. Travelers can join this organized USA group tour from the scheduled departure city. Tour can booked from anywhere. Contact Vacation Zone for departure details, availability and booking assistance.










