New York City: Holiday Magic #2
Including the Rockettes Christmas Show
New York City becomes a magical winter wonderland at holiday time. There is ice skating in Central Park, the Rockettes at Radio City Music Hall, the trimmed tree at Rockefeller Center, the Nutcracker at Lincoln Center and on and on. What fun it is to check out the holiday window displays at the department stores and do a little specialty shopping. Our five days in New York City will include 4 nights hotel, the Rockettes Christmas Spectacular, a walking tour of the holiday decorations, a short and entertaining bus ride, a visit to the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, and time to explore places and activities that interest you. We always enjoy visiting New York City during the holidays and know you'll love it too!
New York City: Holiday Magic #2
December 1 - December 5, 2019Highlights
- Christmas Displays Walking Tour
- New York City Rockettes Christmas Show
- Behind-the-scenes Radio City Music Hall tour
- 9/11 Memorial & Museum
- Time to explore personal interests
- Suggestions for additional things to see
- Small group no larger than 15
- And More... See itinerary for details
Itinerary
Sunday, 01 December 2019: Arrive New York City; Welcome Reception (R)
Schedule your flight to arrive into New York City no later than 4:00pm to have time to transfer to the hotel and check in. Should you arrive earlier in the day, go exploring or relax. The tour begins at 6:00pm in the lobby of the hotel. We will meet as a group and enjoy a Welcome Reception to get acquainted. Overnight New York City - 4 nights.
Monday, 02 December 2019: Walking Tour of 5th Avenue: Afternoon Bus Tour; Group Dinner (B,D)
Experience the magic of New York City dressed to the nines for the holidays. We begin with a walking tour of Park Avenue, 5th Avenue and Rockefeller Center, after which there will be a bit of free time to grab lunch. This afternoon, we'll take a short bus ride through Midtown and Times Square. Later, we enjoy a group dinner together.
Tuesday, 03 December 2019: Radio City Music Hall Stage Door Tour; 9/11 Memorial & Museum (B)
Since opening in 1932, Radio City Music Hall has been known for its beautiful art deco architecture, and the 'Stage Door Tour' provides a chance to explore this beautifully renovated building accompanied by a knowledgeable guide. In the afternoon, we'll visit the 9/11 Memorial and Museum, a sobering yet meaningful excursion. This evening would be a good time to see a Broadway show if you so desire. You can either plan ahead and book tickets in advance if there is something specific you want to see, or let serendipity be your guide and purchase same-day discount tickets.
Wednesday, 04 December 2019: Radio City Christmas Show; Free Time for Holiday Markets; Farewell Dinner (B,D)
We'll enjoy breakfast as typical New Yorkers at a local breakfast spot. Late this morning, we will see the world-famous Rockettes perform in the Radio City Christmas Spectacular. With a cast and crew of hundreds, an awe-inspiring living nativity and magnificent special effects, this is an unparalleled Christmas show with universal appeal that lifts spirits and creates memories. It's a holiday tradition here in New York City. The afternoon will include free time, or you can join your Tour Leader for shopping the best seasonal markets and craft fairs in the city to find gifts for everyone on your Christmas or Hanukkah lists. New York has a wealth of these holiday markets where one can browse for unique items created by local artisans. We will gather tonight for our own holiday dinner.
Thursday, 05 December 2019: Return Home
Sadly it's time to return home. Schedule your departure at your convenience. Your WTT Tour Leader will help to coordinate airport transfers via taxi or airport shuttle.
New York City: Holiday Magic #2
December 1 - December 5, 2019Pricing
Room Share
$2,041.00 (Sold Out)Single Room
$2,827.00Non-Members
ADD $50.00Status of this Tour
Trip Full and Closed
Tour Pricing Includes
- Meals and activities expressly listed in the itinerary, PLUS...
- All tipping of local guides
- WTT Tour Leader to enhance the individual & group experience
- Arranged room sharing with another solo traveler
- Travel Dollar credits (a benefit of WTT membership) toward future travel with WTT
Not Included In The Price
- Airfare or other transportation to and from the tour
- Arrival and Departure Transfers
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Any personal expenses
- Any gratuities for WTT Tour Leader
- Travel Insurance
Payment Dates -and- Cancellation Terms for This Tour
At Space Reservation: Initial Deposit is due.
Tuesday, 4 Jun 2019: Initial deposit cannot be parked and is forfeited if traveler cancels after this date.
Monday, 2 Sep 2019: Payment in full. 50% cancellation penalty after this date.
Thursday, 17 Oct 2019: 100% forfeited if traveler cancels after this date.
Please review our travel and cancellation policies before making your reservation. You will be asked to confirm you have read and understood WTT's travel polices before we will accept your reservation.
Travel Insurance: We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect you in the event you need to cancel your tour. WTT will mail you information from 2 reliable travel insurance providers at the time we confirm your reservation.
You can review the insurance information from TravelGuard to get an idea of rates.
New York City: Holiday Magic #2
December 1 - December 5, 2019Flights, Transfers & Lodging
Arrival & Departure Information
Travelers will make their own air arrangements as follows:
Arrival Airport: NYC - New York City, NY (Greater NYC Airports (JFK, LGA, EWR))
Arrival Date: Sunday, December 1st. Arrive no later than 4:00pm.
Arrival Transfer: Use local shuttle or taxi service. Details provided in Final Travel Instructions.
Departure Airport: NYC - New York City, NY (Greater NYC Airports (JFK, LGA, EWR))
Departure Date: Thursday, December 5th. Depart at your convenience.
Departure Transfer: Use local shuttle or taxi service. WTT Tour Leader will assist in coordinating ride sharing.
Lodging / Hotels
New York: Wellington Hotel
In the unlikely event WTT is unable to provide the hotel accommodation(s) listed, for whatever reason, WTT will substitute similar quality accommodation(s) at no additional cost to the traveler.
Want to Arrive a Day Early?
- The room (standard check-in times apply)
- Breakfast the following morning
- Optional activity suggestions prior to tour
$228.00 Roomshare $426.00 Single
New York City: Holiday Magic #2
December 1 - December 5, 2019Destination Information
What do others say about this tour and traveling with WTT?
How Does Room Sharing Work?
- If you wish to share with another solo traveler, select this option on the Reservation Form and your tour price will automatically be based on the room share price.
- Or, you may select a single room, when available, on the Reservation Form and your tour price will be automatically based on the single room price.
- These choices are clearly stated on the Reservation Form.
- All shared rooms have 2 beds
- All shared rooms are non-smoking
- No special requests about your roommate can be accommodated
- Most solo travelers elect to share a room
- See "Frequently Asked Questions" TAB for more details
How Active is this Tour?
Because of this requirement, WTT tours are not suitable for anyone who is physically challenged, walking impaired, or is a slow walker that cannot keep up with the pace of the group.
The activities on this tour are rated as follows:
- 70% Easy
- 30% Moderate (urban walking; possible public transportation use, stairs, crowds)
If you are in doubt as to your ability to meet the physical activity requirements, you should not sign up for this trip.
Read more about Activity Levels
What meals are included and how are dietary restrictions accommodated?
- Welcome Reception
- Breakfast most mornings
- 2 Dinners at local restaurants
What clothing and items should I pack for this trip?
In general this time of year, the average temperature during the day is in the 40s, dropping to the 30s at night.
For This Trip You May Want—
- Warm clothing that layers
- Coat, gloves and hat
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Smart-casual wear if you’d like to dress up a bit for dinners.
- Bring what you need to get a good night's sleep, such as ear plugs, white noise generator, sleeping pills, etc. Unfamiliar noises of all types can disrupt your rest.
Good Packing Habits—
- Pack a limited amount of comfortable, casual clothing that layers and coordinates. Your fellow travelers will not mind – or even notice – seeing you in the same clothing.
- Pare down your beauty regimen to the bare minimum and always pack travel-sized toiletries.
- Pack medication in your carry-on and pack only as much as needed for the duration of your tour plus a few extra days as a precaution.
What are the luggage restrictions for this tour?
On every WTT tour, our policies regarding luggage restrictions are driven by the requirement that all travelers be able to manage their own belongings without assistance.
- We recommend you bring only one suitcase plus small shoulder bag/day pack/purse.
- If you carry a purse, ensure that it can be worn across your body to safeguard your belongings and to leave your hands free.
- You are responsible for managing your own belongings.
How much money should I bring on this tour?
Only you can determine the optimum amount of cash to take on tour. When budgeting for out-of-pocket expenses, there are several aspects to consider: the number of meals you are responsible for, the amount of money you like to have on-hand for snacks and drinks, and your individual shopping interests and habits.
- Notify your credit card issuer and checking account bank that you will be traveling, and provide dates of travel.
- Be sure to keep cash on hand for cabs, tips, smaller purchases, etc.
What are the tipping guidelines for this tour?
All tips to local guides during your tour have already been paid on your behalf.
- You are responsible for tipping wait-staff, porters, or other individuals who provide a service to you at the hotel, or other public locations.
- You may want to tip your WTT Tour Leader for an outstanding job. The amount is entirely a personal preference. If you'd like a guideline, consider $8-$10 per day.
Can I transfer my deposit to another tour?
To get off this tour and register for another tour, you must follow these steps - in the order shown:
2) WAIT before submitting your new reservation! You must receive the Cancellation Confirmation email before submitting your new reservation. This can take up to 2 business days. The Cancellation Confirmation email will list the amount of parked credits from this tour that are now available to use on a new reservation.
3) COMPLETE the new Reservation Form and USE the parked credits towards your deposit on the new tour.
Note: If you used Parked Credits to pay the deposit on this tour, these credits cannot be used a second time and are not eligible to be transferred.
What happens if I need to cancel this tour?

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