🗽New York New Year's Tour 2027 | 5 Nights 7 Days - Merkez Hotel

27 December 2026 – 2 January 2027 | 5 Nights, 7 Days

Tour details

TOUR ITINERARY

DAY 1 | ISTANBUL – NEW YORK / JFK ARRIVAL & MIDTOWN

After completing our baggage and ticket procedures at Istanbul Airport, we depart for New York on Turkish Airlines flight TK003 at 08:05. Upon our arrival at JFK Airport at 10:55 local time, we are welcomed by the Amerika Rehberiniz team and transferred to our hotel in our private vehicle. Check-in to the rooms is after 15:00. After leaving our luggage, guests who wish to get their first taste of New York can join our EXTRA TOUR: Midtown Manhattan City Tour (USD 100 per person). We will feel the energy of the city from the very first day around the lights of Times Square, Fifth Avenue, Rockefeller Center, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Bryant Park, Grand Central Terminal and Central Park. After photo stops and free time, we return to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

DAY 2 | NEW YORK / DOWNTOWN – FERRY – WORLD TRADE CENTER

After breakfast, the day is free. Guests who wish may join our EXTRA TOUR: Downtown Manhattan + Statue of Liberty and Ferry Tour + World Trade Center Observation Deck Visit (USD 200 per person). We will explore Wall Street, the Charging Bull, the 9/11 Memorial and the World Trade Center area in Downtown, the historic and financial center of Manhattan, accompanied by our guide’s commentary. During our ferry ride, we will have the opportunity to photograph the Manhattan skyline and the Statue of Liberty from the water. At the end of the day, we ascend to the observation deck of the World Trade Center to view New York from above. Return to our hotel after the tour and free time. Overnight at our hotel.

DAY 3 | NEW YORK / OUTLET SHOPPING & BROOKLYN CHRISTMAS LIGHTS

After breakfast, free time for shopping. Guests who wish may join our EXTRA TOUR: Premium Outlet Shopping Tour (USD 100 per person). We offer ample free time at outlet stores of world-famous brands to shop for end-of-season products at advantageous prices. After shopping, we return to New York. In the evening, we organize the EXTRA TOUR: Brooklyn Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Tour (USD 80 per person), one of the most colorful experiences of the New Year season. We will experience New York’s famous Christmas atmosphere by walking among homes decorated by residents with lights, giant figures and themed decorations. Return to our hotel after the tour. Overnight at our hotel.

DAY 4 | PHILADELPHIA & DELAWARE OUTLET

After breakfast, guests who wish may join our EXTRA TOUR: Philadelphia & Delaware Outlet Tour (USD 150 per person). In Philadelphia, which holds an important place in the history of the independence of the United States, we visit the Liberty Bell, the area around Independence Hall and the historic city center. We then take a photo stop at the Rocky Steps. After our city visit, we depart for Delaware and offer free time for shopping at the selected outlet / shopping center in the area known for its sales tax advantage. Return to New York at the end of the day. Overnight at our hotel.

DAY 5 | WASHINGTON DC DAY TOUR

In the early morning, guests who wish depart for our EXTRA TOUR: Washington DC Day Tour (USD 200 per person). Upon reaching the capital area, we view the Pentagon area panoramically, followed by a short visit around historic Alexandria. Our program includes the area around Arlington National Cemetery, the Korean War Veterans Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, Capitol Hill and the White House, the U.S. Presidential Palace. After exploring the symbolic points of American history and the seat of government accompanied by our guide’s commentary, we return to New York in the evening. Overnight at our hotel.

DAY 6 | NEW YORK – JFK / FREE TIME & RETURN TO ISTANBUL

After breakfast, we check out of our rooms according to the hotel’s check-out time. Until our flight, you will have free time to do some last-minute shopping in New York, revisit your favorite spot or explore the city at your own pace. We meet at our hotel at the time determined by our guide and transfer to JFK Airport in our private vehicle. After completing our baggage and check-in procedures, we depart for Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK002 at 20:15. Overnight on the aircraft.

DAY 7 | ISTANBUL / ARRIVAL

Our tour ends with our arrival at Istanbul Airport at 14:10 local time. We hope you will remember this special New Year’s trip to New York with Amerika Rehberiniz with beautiful memories, and we look forward to seeing you again on our next America program.

What's included

• Round-trip economy class airfare between Istanbul – New York – Istanbul with Turkish Airlines (TK003 / TK002).

• Airport taxes and mandatory ticket taxes included in the airfare.

• 5 nights of room accommodation at the hotel selected during the reservation. Breakfast is not included.

• Meet-and-greet service at New York JFK Airport.

• Transfer from JFK Airport to the hotel and return transfer from the hotel to JFK Airport.

• Turkish-language local operations and guiding services provided by your America Guide.

Not included

• All excursions indicated in the program as “Optional Tour,” the admission tickets for these excursions, and private transportation services. Optional tours are purchased separately.

• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as beverages.

• U.S. visa fee, visa application expenses, and passport costs.

• Travel health insurance and tour cancellation protection package.

• International departure fee.

• Personal expenses and individual costs incurred at the hotel.

• Guide and driver tips.

• The refundable security / incidentals deposit requested by the hotel and charged per room. This amount is not an accommodation fee; it is refunded or offset according to the hotel’s policies and the guest’s expenses.

Optional Tour Package

The total adult price for the six optional tours is 830 USD. The special New Year’s package price is 750 USD per person and is not included in the main tour price.

What to Bring?

Travel Documents

• Your passport, the visa required for your trip, and flight information.

• Your hotel reservation, tour itinerary, and travel insurance policy, if applicable.

• Copies of your important documents stored on your phone and accessible offline.

• Emergency contact information and the tour representative’s phone number.

Winter Clothing and Comfortable Shoes

• A warm coat that is resistant to wind and precipitation.

• A sweater, fleece, and thermal underwear suitable for layering.

• A beanie, scarf, gloves, and warm socks.

• Comfortable shoes suitable for long walks, preferably water-resistant and with non-slip soles.

• A small umbrella or lightweight raincoat.

Electronic Devices

• A mobile phone, charging cables, and a travel adapter compatible with US outlets.

• Check that your device chargers are compatible with the US electrical system; a plug adapter does not convert voltage.

• Sufficient storage space for taking photos and, if desired, a camera.

• A portable charger; check the conditions for carrying it on the flight with your airline.

Daily Use and Personal Needs

• A small, zippered backpack or crossbody bag that you can use during city tours.

• Regularly used medications, their original packaging, and any prescriptions or doctor's notes, if applicable.

• Personal care products, lip balm, and moisturizer.

• Sunglasses and a refillable water bottle.

Payment Methods

• A bank or credit card enabled for international use and some US dollars for daily needs.

• Confirm before your trip which payment methods the hotel accepts for the security deposit.

Luggage Preparation

• Prepare your luggage according to the allowance stated on your airline ticket.

• Carry your passport, valuables, and personal items you will need during the journey in an easily accessible manner.

• If you are planning to shop, leave some room and weight allowance in your luggage for the return trip.

Before departure, check the weather forecasts for New York and the surrounding city tours you will be joining, and review your clothing one final time.

Tour Program

New York | Manhattan and Brooklyn

Located on the east coast of the United States, New York offers a multifaceted city experience with its skyscrapers, cultural diversity, shopping opportunities and world-renowned landmarks. The city’s vibrant center Manhattan and Brooklyn, home to diverse neighborhood cultures, are two important stops for discovering New York.

In Manhattan’s Midtown district, Times Square’s giant screens, the shops on Fifth Avenue, Rockefeller Center, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Bryant Park and Grand Central Terminal stand out. Central Park offers a different atmosphere right next to the city’s intense urban life. The streets and shop windows illuminated during the New Year period add a distinct charm to visiting this area.

Downtown Manhattan is an important area for those who want to explore New York’s historical and financial identity. Wall Street, the Charging Bull statue, the 9/11 Memorial and the area around the World Trade Center are located here. The Manhattan skyline and Statue of Liberty views seen during the ferry ride reveal the city’s relationship with the sea, while the World Trade Center observation deck offers the opportunity to view New York from above.

Brooklyn’s Dyker Heights neighborhood stands out for its house decorations during the Christmas and New Year period. Illuminated houses, Christmas figures and walks through the neighborhood streets offer a New York experience different from Manhattan’s lively atmosphere.

Philadelphia | American History and Rocky Steps

Philadelphia | American History and the Rocky Steps

Located in the state of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia is an important stop for visitors who want to get to know the founding history of the United States up close. With its historic buildings, squares, and city center that can be explored on foot, it offers a different urban atmosphere from New York’s skyscrapers.

The area around Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell are among Philadelphia’s main landmarks associated with American independence history. Exploring this area offers the opportunity to understand America’s founding story in the city where these events took place, rather than simply reading about them.

One of Philadelphia’s most recognizable locations in popular culture is the Rocky Steps in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Made famous by the Rocky films, these steps stand out as one of the city’s favorite photo stops.

A Philadelphia trip that brings together the historic city center and the area around the Rocky Steps combines American history and film culture along the same route. In our program, free time is provided for shopping in the Delaware area following the visit to Philadelphia.

Washington DC | Capital of America and Monumental Landmarks

Washington DC | The Capital of America and Its Monumental Landmarks

Washington DC, the capital of the United States, stands out with its government buildings, monuments, and broad avenues that reflect the country’s political and historical identity. After the dense, high-rise urban landscape of New York, the capital offers a different exploration experience with more open city views and monumental architecture.

The White House, Capitol Hill, the Washington Monument, and the Lincoln Memorial are among Washington DC’s best-known landmarks. These sites provide an important framework for understanding the American system of government and the individuals who left their mark on the country’s history.

The Korean War Veterans Memorial and the area around Arlington National Cemetery near the capital bear traces of the wars in America’s history and its culture of remembrance. Visits conducted with guided explanations help visitors gain a deeper understanding of the significance of the buildings and monuments they see.

Stops in the vicinity of Washington DC also include the Pentagon area and historic Alexandria in the state of Virginia. Bringing together the capital and its surroundings, this route offers the opportunity to discover America’s political center, its history, and different urban textures all in a single day.