Take in the sites of the Big Apple's most fascinating areas in midtown as well as lower Manhattan. Pass by lively Chinatown, the tree lined streets of Greenwich Village and the oh-so-fashionable SoHo district. Drive by The World Trade Center and 9/11 Memorial then Battery Park to catch a glimpse of the Statue of Liberty in the distance. Heading back uptown, view the austere United Nations Plaza (time permitting), Rockefeller Center with its famous flags and statue, the instantly recognizable Empire State Building, and Times Square, where the ball drops every New Year’s Eve. A drive by beautiful Central Park, completes your tour before heading to the airport.

This comprehensive half-day tour gives you a great overview of one of the most diverse and exciting cities in the world as you pass by many of New York's most famous landmarks.

Continuing on, you'll make your way through Greenwich Village, the traditional refuge of artists with its charming townhouses, jazz clubs and tree-lined streets. From here, it's on through SoHo, gaining its nickname as the area "South of Houston Street." Finally, you will have a chance to view Manhattan's most thriving ethnic neighborhood, Chinatown, as well as the hustle and bustle of Little Italy, both part of New York's remarkable ethnic diversity. Your trek through the city includes a drive by Wall Street and the financial district as well.

During the course of your exploration, three photo stops will be made, one at Battery Park for a glimpse of Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty, rising majestically in the distance. The second stop will be the St. Paul's Chapel, where President George Washington paused to pray after his inauguration. Presently St. Paul's contains exhibits and memorabilia relating to the 9/11 attacks. You will then walk to the third stop at the 9/11 Memorial, which consists of 2 massive pools set within the original footprints of the Twin Towers with 30-foot waterfalls cascading down their sides. Take some time to reflect and pay your respects to those that lost their lives there and view New York’s tallest building, One World Trade.

After a truly memorable time spent discovering the most noteworthy sites in this incredible city, your coach will return you to the pier where your tour concludes.

Your excursion begins at the pier where you’ll board your air-conditioned motor coach to enjoy the land portion of your tour as your guide provides commentary en route to Lower Manhattan's historic 18th century South Street Seaport.

Tour through Greenwich Village, the Financial District and many other Manhattan neighborhoods on your drive to the Seaport. Once there you will embark on the harbor cruise for an approximately 60-minute tour of New York’s waterways. Experience unparalleled views of New York City's skyline and harbor as the ship guide provides an informative narration (in English only). Sail and see the Empire State Building, Chrysler Building, One World Trade and the boroughs of Brooklyn and Staten Island. View neighboring New Jersey and the immigrant gateway to America, Ellis Island. Be sure to have your camera ready for a gem of a photo, as the boat passes directly in front of the Statue of Liberty (guests do not get off the vessel).

You’ll disembark the boat back at the South Street Seaport returning to your coach. Your guide will continue a narrated scenic drive en route back to the cruise ship. Arriving back at the South Street Seaport, you will re-join your coach for the leisurely transfer back to the pier, taking in some additional sites along the way.

See the very best of Manhattan on this comprehensive full-day tour. Leaving the pier, you will first travel to midtown and Rockefeller Plaza. Home to NBC's Today Show, the Plaza is also the annual location for New York's spectacular Christmas tree and the nostalgic ice-skating rink. Your visit here gives you the opportunity to ascend to the Top of the Rock Observatory and be treated to some fabulous and breathtaking panoramic views of the city from this 70-story high observation platform.

After this exhilarating experience, re-board your motor coach and travel to the Financial District. You will be visiting St Paul Chapel & The 9/11 Memorial. St. Paul's Chapel, where President George Washington paused to pray after his inauguration. Presently St. Paul's contains exhibits and memorabilia relating to the 9/11 attacks. You will then walk to the 9/11 Memorial, which consists of 2 massive pools set within the original footprints of the Twin Towers with 30-foot waterfalls cascading down their sides. Take some time to reflect and pay your respects to those that lost their lives there and view New York’s tallest building, One World Trade.

Your tour next makes its way to Grand Central Terminal, both a transportation hub and destination in itself for visitors to New York City. The charming beaux-arts building has undergone restoration to bring it back to its former glory. Here, you can enjoy some free time to explore and purchase some luncheon. You will be afforded approximately 75 minutes of free time here to shop and have lunch on your own before re-joining your coach.

Following your break for lunch, enjoy a scenic drive past Central Park, along Fifth Avenue and through Times Square before making your way to Herald Square. This neighborhood remains predominately a shopping district and you will get a chance to pass by the landmark facade of Macy's, the world's largest department store which is famous not just for shopping, but for its parades as well. Other areas you will see today are Madison Square Garden, the world famous arena that hosts sporting events and entertainment shows; Greenwich Village and SoHo, the fashionable area nicknamed for its "South of Houston Street" location; Chinatown; the financial district and Wall Street. Inside visit of St. Paul Chapel is not included.

Filled with the sights and sounds of a day spent discovering New York, your coach will drop you back at the pier where your ship awaits.

The Statue of Liberty is one of the world's most renowned images and one of America's most beloved landmarks. This delightful tour allows you to stand at the base of 'Lady Liberty' and learn all about the history of this iconic Statue. Your tour also includes a visit to the Ellis Island Museum where you will surely catch the spirit of the important role this island played in American history.

Boarding your coach at the pier, it's a brief transfer to Battery Park, which lies at the Southern tip of Manhattan. Here, you will board the ferry and take in the sites of New York Harbor, including beautiful views of the city, Brooklyn and its famous Bridge, Staten Island, New Jersey and the Manhattan skyline in the distance. Your first stop will be Liberty Island for a walk around the base of the magnificent Statue of Liberty (the tour does not include an interior visit of the Statue). Your tour guide will provide detailed information about 'Lady Liberty', its completion in 1886 and its unique history. Stand in awe as you look up and see what so many saw as their first sight of a new life in America. During your visit, you will be allowed a brief amount of free time to visit the gift shop and enjoy some of the exterior exhibits.

Re-boarding the ferry, you will continue on to Ellis Island, another National Historic Landmark. Ellis Island was the main immigration center for the United States from 1892 until World War II. Today, it is an exceptional museum detailing all the different aspects of immigration and its effects on a growing and industrializing nation. It also is intertwined with the history of New York, as being a port city of commerce, the immigrants constantly changed the city with their dreams of prosperity. More than 12 million immigrants were processed at the island and today, over 40% of Americans can trace some part of their ancestry back to Ellis Island. Many people use the resource room there to research their ancestors and the vessels they came in on. Enjoy over an hour of free time to independently explore the museum, souvenir shops and cafés before boarding the ferry back to Battery Park.

During your coach transfer back to the ship, your guide will provide commentary and point out landmarks and points of interest.

Travel outside of Manhattan's business districts on this relaxed and interesting tour that highlights two well-known New York destinations.

Your tour starts with a narrated scenic drive to the Upper West Side, viewing many homes of celebrities as well as the Lincoln Center. A brief stop is made at the Dakota building, famous for being the place where John Lennon lived and died. From here, it's a short walk through 'Strawberry Fields' the area of Central Park devoted to him. This historic park is over 150 years old, covers an area of 843 acres and plays host to 25 million visitors each year, along with having the distinction of having over 200 movies filmed there.

Re-joining your coach, you will continue on to famous 5th Avenue and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, one of the world's largest and most prestigious museums in the world, Founded in 1870, the Museum is one of the most visited museums in the world, featuring over two million works of art. The institution's permanent collection spans a wealth of history that includes everything from a transported Egyptian Temple to a large collection of 19th and 20th century European paintings. Here, you will have approximately 2.5 hours to explore the museum at your leisure. Your tour guide will inform you of any special, temporary exhibits, provide you with a map to help you navigate your way around and ensure you make the best use of your time. For those who would like a bite to eat or some refreshment, the Museum houses several cafés for your convenience.

Following your visit at the Met, you will travel further along 5th Avenue before transferring back to the pier where your tour concludes.

Beginning in Midtown, your guide will meet you at the Cruise Terminal and you will take you for a short walk (10 minutes) along the Hudson River to Pier 79 where you will board one of the Water Taxis. The 40 minute cruise will come with tour guide commentary (in English) of The City, NY Harbor and an up close view of the Statue of Liberty.

Getting off at Battery Park on the Southern tip of Manhattan, your tour guide will lead you on a walking tour of lower Manhattan / Financial district. As you walk toward the World Trade Centre you will see many iconic places of the area such as the Wall Street Bull, the NY Stock Exchange, Wall Street and Trinity Church.

The 9/11 Memorial consists of two massive pools set within the original footprints of the Twin Towers with 30-foot waterfalls cascading down their sides. The names of the 2,982 men, women and children killed in the attacks of September 11, 2001 and February 26, 1993 are inscribed in bronze on parapets around the edges of the Waterfalls. There will be approx. an hour to view and contemplate the 9/11 Memorial, and view NY`s tallest building, One World Trade.

After the visit, your guide will take you for a short walk to board a coach which will take you back to the Pier.

Walk through Lower Manhattan taking in landmarks such as the 9/11 Memorial before zipping to the top of the One World Observatory for unforgettable view of New York.

After departing from the pier, you will enjoy a scenic drive through Lower Manhattan, finally arriving at Battery Park. With the Statue of Liberty in the distance, you will begin a guided walking tour, passing icons of the Financial District, such as the Wall Street Bull.

Upon reaching the 9/11 Memorial, you will have time to contemplate this tribute of remembrance and honor to the nearly 3,000 people killed in the terror attacks of September 11, 2001. The names of the victims are inscribed on bronze panels along the edge of the two memorial reflecting pools, which sit within the footprints of the former Twin Towers. It’s a powerful reminder of the events of 9/11; one you will not soon forget.

You will then enter the One World Observatory, the tallest building in the United States. It soars to a height of 1,776 feet in honor of the year 1776, when America was founded. After watching a short movie about how the building was conceived and constructed, you will zip upward to the 102nd floor in a high-speed elevator. The ride takes less than a minute and it’s exhilarating. So is the 360-degree view of New York City from the top of the observatory.

In time, you will descend to ground level and meet your coach for drive back to the pier via a scenic route.

Become immersed in the New York lifestyle in Greenwich Village by sampling classic local treats, learning about different neighborhoods, and browsing lively Washington Square Park.

After departing from the pier, you will soon arrive at the 50th Street subway, where the guide will accompany you on a subway ride down to Greenwich Village. Emerging at the West 4th Street Station, you will then begin an enlightening walking tour of the neighborhood.

The immediate focus will be on exploring Washington Square Park, a vibrant greenscape surrounded by one-of-a-kind shops, trendy restaurants and New York University. The mix of people is always extraordinary and the energy almost palpable as the locals go about their day-to-day activities.

It’s easy to feel like New Yorker here, especially when you eat like one. While walking around the village, you will have the opportunity to sample all sorts of New York specialties. You can expect to sink your teeth into a hot slice of thin-crust pizza, a traditional rice ball, and a crispy cannoli.

For dessert, think cupcakes. No longer just for kids, these sweet treats have evolved into elaborate desserts topped with everything from gumdrops to popcorn.

Your immersion into New York life includes an overview of the architecture. You will walk the traditional Italian neighborhood along Bleecker Street and see the narrowest house in New York, a residence not even 10 feet wide.