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Washington, D.C. to New York City Sightseeing Tour 12 hr

TourTruth score 7.0 out of 10

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2 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score

  • New York City
  • 12 hrs
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Travel from Washington, D.C. to New York City with a Philadelphia history stop and optional city tours, including illuminated skyline views.

About this tour

Turn the journey from Washington, D.C. to New York City into a day of discovery, with a guided stop in Philadelphia along the way. This 12-hour Washington, D.C. to New York City sightseeing tour pairs comfortable transportation with a look at places central to the nation’s founding.

Travel with a guide to Philadelphia and explore Independence National Historical Park, where Revolutionary-era landmarks bring American history into view. Continue to New York City, with the option to add a Fortune Tour through historic Lower Manhattan and Midtown. Sights on the optional route include Federal Hall, Trinity Church, the New York Stock Exchange, Rockefeller Center, Fifth Avenue, and Times Square; attractions are viewed from outside, by vehicle and on foot. Select the optional night tour to see illuminated city landmarks and finish with panoramic views of Manhattan’s skyline from a New Jersey observation point.

The Washington, D.C. to New York City sightseeing tour makes the transfer part of the experience, combining history, city streets, and flexible add-on sightseeing. Choose the option that suits your plans and make the most of the route north.

Highlights

  • Travel one way from Washington, D.C. to New York City with a guide
  • Explore Philadelphia’s Independence National Historical Park
  • Trace Revolutionary-era history at landmarks in Philadelphia
  • Add an optional Fortune Tour through Lower Manhattan and Midtown
  • Choose an optional night tour for illuminated city sights and skyline views

What's included

Included

  • Expert tour guide or driver-guide
  • Transportation in a professionally maintained vehicle
  • New York City Fortune Tour and night tour, if selected

Not included

  • Gratuities; 15%–20% recommended
  • Personal expenses
  • Meals, food, and drinks
  • New York City Fortune Tour and night tour, unless selected

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Important information

  • Travelers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
  • Pregnant travelers may join if under 24 weeks
  • Children under 6 may need a booster seat; contact the operator about rental availability
  • Pickup time may differ from the voucher start time; confirm details with the operator after booking
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  • Third-party attraction tickets and city passes are not accepted; purchase admission during booking or from the guide
  • Bring comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, water, and cash for certain attractions, shops, and tickets
  • Provide a reachable phone number and verify your booking contact details
  • For multiple bookings, share all confirmation numbers with the operator to help arrange travel on the same bus
  • Optional Fortune Tour sights are viewed from outside, by vehicle and on foot

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts about 12 hours, including visits, travel, traffic, and driving between locations.

Is the New York City Fortune tour included?

The Fortune Tour and night tour are included only when you select the relevant option.

Are attraction tickets included?

Third-party attraction tickets and city passes are not accepted. Purchase required admission during booking or from your guide on the day.

Can children join the tour?

Travelers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Children under 6 may need a booster seat; contact the operator about rental availability.

When should I confirm pickup details?

Pickup time may differ from the voucher start time. Confirm the details with the operator after booking.

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 4.50 on GetYourGuide (Viator shows no usable rating). Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.

How the score works and rating distribution in New York City
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.0.

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