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.
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
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 principal symbols 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 it.
One of Philadelphia’s most recognizable landmarks 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 combining the historic city center and the area around the Rocky Steps brings American history and cinema culture together on the same route. In our program, free time is provided for shopping in the Delaware area following the Philadelphia visit.
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.
Travel Dates and Duration
The program begins with departure from Istanbul on December 27, 2026. The return flight from New York is on the evening of January 1, 2027; arrival in Istanbul is at 14:10 on January 2, 2027. The tour covers 7 calendar days, including 5 nights of hotel accommodation and the return flight. Flight times are the local times of the relevant airports.
Accommodation and Hotel Location
Accommodation is arranged according to the hotel and room type selected during booking. World Center Hotel is in Manhattan, New York, while Garner Hotel Totowa IHG is in the New Jersey area. The hotels offer different access options to the city center; please take the location of the hotel you select into consideration when making your reservation.
Check-in to hotel rooms is after 15:00. On the return day, rooms must be vacated according to the hotel’s check-out time. Early check-in and late check-out are not guaranteed. Breakfast is not included in the accommodation.
Hotel names may be replaced with equivalent hotels in cases of operational necessity, while maintaining the same category and regional standards. In triple rooms, the third bed may be an extra bed or a sofa bed, depending on the hotel’s practice.
Optional Tours and Free Time
The city tours, shopping tours, and visits to surrounding cities specified in the program are optional and charged separately. The total adult price for the six optional tours is USD 830, while the special New Year’s package price is USD 750 per person. Guests who do not participate in the optional tours may spend the relevant time periods at their leisure.
For optional tours, children aged 0–6 participate free of charge, while an approximately 20% discount is applied for children aged 6–12. The age limits and the exact fee applicable to the child will be confirmed during booking.
Scope of the New Year’s Program
The tour offers the opportunity to experience New York’s atmosphere during the New Year period. Special admission to the Times Square New Year’s celebration, a reserved viewing area, a gala dinner, or a New Year’s party package is not included. The current program includes an optional Washington DC tour on December 31.
Visits and Program Flow
The Statue of Liberty is viewed from the water during the ferry ride included in the relevant optional tour; going ashore on the island is not included in the program. The Washington DC tour includes viewing the White House and other government buildings, but does not include indoor admission to these buildings.
The order and timing of the excursions may change depending on traffic, weather conditions, official security procedures, and the operating hours of the sites visited. The tour content will be preserved as much as possible.
Walking and Day Trips
City tours include walking, periods spent standing, and the use of stairs at some locations. The Philadelphia and especially the Washington DC tours may require early departure and long vehicle journeys. Guests with limited mobility or accessibility needs are kindly requested to provide this information before booking so that suitable arrangements can be considered.
Hotel Deposit and Personal Expenses
A refundable security / incidentals deposit per room is required at hotel check-in. This amount is separate from the accommodation fee. The collection method, amount, and refund period may vary depending on the hotel and the payment method used. Personal expenses and any damage charges may be deducted from the deposit.
Travel Documents and Baggage
It is the passenger’s responsibility to ensure that they have a valid passport, a visa suitable for travel, and the required travel documents. The first and last name details in the reservation must match the passport. Baggage allowance and cabin baggage conditions should be checked on the issued flight ticket.
Reservation Conditions
The selected hotel, room type, service scope, payment schedule, and cancellation / modification conditions should be checked before completing the reservation.
• Round-trip economy class airfare from Istanbul to New York and back with Turkish Airlines (TK003 / TK002).
• Airport taxes and mandatory ticket taxes included on the flight ticket.
• 5 nights of accommodation in a room at the hotel selected during booking. 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.
• All excursions indicated in the program as “Optional Tour,” entrance 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 tax.
• Personal expenses and individual expenditures incurred at the hotel.
• Tips for the guide and driver.
• 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 conditions and the guest’s expenses.
Optional Tour Package
The total adult price for 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.
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.
EXTRA TOURS & ADVANTAGEOUS NEW YEAR'S PACKAGE |
Extra Tour | Adult |
Midtown Manhattan City Tour | 100 USD |
Downtown + Ferry + World Trade Center | 200 USD |
Premium Outlet Shopping Tour | 100 USD |
Brooklyn Dyker Heights Christmas Lights | 80 USD |
Philadelphia + Delaware Outlet | 150 USD |
Washington DC Day Trip | 200 USD |
TOTAL 830 USD → NEW YEAR'S SPECIAL PACKAGE PRICE 750 USD
Children aged 0–6 are free on extra tours. An approximately 20% child discount is applied for ages 6–12.
NEW YORK NEW YEAR'S TOUR 2027 — TOUR-SPECIFIC PARTICIPATION CONDITIONS
The tour covers 5 nights of accommodation and a 7-day travel program between December 27, 2026 and January 2, 2027. The return flight to Türkiye begins on January 1, 2027; arrival in Istanbul is on January 2, 2027. Flight times are stated according to the local times of the relevant airports.
The hotel selected by the participant, room type, number of participants, total price, payment plan, and any additionally purchased services are shown in the reservation documents. The tour program and reservation documents provided to the participant constitute the scope of the contract.
The main package includes the round-trip Turkish Airlines economy-class flights specified in the program, mandatory taxes included in the airfare, JFK Airport–hotel–JFK Airport transfers, 5 nights of accommodation at the selected hotel, and the Turkish-language guiding services specified in the program.
The hotel option in central Manhattan and the hotel option in New Jersey are in different locations. The participant makes the reservation after reviewing the location and scope of services of the selected hotel. Breakfast and other meals are not included in the main package price.
Special requests such as early check-in, late check-out, room view, and connecting rooms are guaranteed only if confirmed in writing. The sleeping arrangement for a third person may vary according to the hotel's room features.
The Midtown Manhattan, Downtown Manhattan–ferry–World Trade Center, Premium Outlet, Dyker Heights, Philadelphia–Delaware Outlet, and Washington DC excursions are optional, paid extra services. These services become part of the participant's package only when purchased separately and added to the reservation documents.
During the ferry excursion, the Statue of Liberty is viewed from the water; disembarkation on the island is not included. Visits inside official buildings are included only if expressly stated within the purchased service.
Special admission to the Times Square New Year's celebrations, a reserved area, a gala dinner, or New Year's entertainment is not included in the main package. Access to public celebration areas is subject to the security and capacity measures of the local authorities.
Visa and passport procedures, the international departure fee, meals and beverages, personal expenses, extra tours not purchased separately, and guide and driver tips are not included in the main package price.
Hotels may request a deposit or pre-authorization on a credit card for personal expenses. The amount and release period vary according to the practices of the hotel and bank. The scope of mandatory insurance and optional travel health and cancellation coverage will be separately notified before the reservation.
The participant must provide their first and last name exactly as written in their passport and check that their passport, visa, and other entry documents are suitable for travel. The issuance of a visa and the decision to allow entry into the country are the responsibility of the competent authorities.
Any need for special assistance, accessibility, or another service must be notified before the reservation. Accepted special requests are added to the reservation documents in writing.
Due to weather conditions, traffic, the operating hours of points of interest, or security measures, adjustments may be required to the order and times of visits. The participant will be informed of these changes. In the event of substantial changes or failure to provide the service, the participant's rights arising from applicable legislation are reserved.
The total price, currency, method for determining the exchange rate if applicable, payment dates, and payment method are explained in writing before the reservation.
Requests for cancellation, changes, transfer, and refunds must be submitted in writing to the agency where the reservation was made. For the relevant procedures, the conditions notified before the reservation and applicable legislation shall be taken together as the basis. This text does not limit or eliminate the participant's legal rights.
The official name and contact details of the tour organizer, sales agency, and local contact point are provided to the participant. The contract, tour program, payment conditions, and reservation documents are delivered in a format that the participant can retain. The participant may submit service-related requests or report any disruptions encountered through the provided communication channels.