New York Teen Adventure: Explore the East Coast

Course Description: New York Teen Adventure: Explore the East Coast

Eastcoast Encounter Teen Tour

Experience the very best of the USA and Canada’s Northeast on an action-packed road trip designed for teens who love adventure, culture, and exploring new cities 🌎✨. From jet boating at Niagara Falls and sea kayaking along Maine’s coastline to waterskiing in Mont-Tremblant and exploring Toronto, Montreal, Boston, and Ottawa, this program delivers the perfect balance of thrills, sightseeing, and group bonding.

The itinerary is led by experienced leaders who create a warm, inclusive “family” atmosphere where everyone feels welcome from day one.

Participants on this tour complete the first 15 days of the longer 21-day Eastcoast Encounter program.

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Program Highlights 🚀

• Via Ferrata climbing adventure

• Québec’s longest zipline at Mont-Tremblant

• Niagara Falls Voyage to the Falls + Jetboat experience

• Thrill rides & waterpark fun at Canada’s Wonderland

• Challenge ropes course team activities

• Major League Baseball game

• Sea kayaking along Maine’s coastline

• Waterski, wakeboard, or tube at Mont-Tremblant

• Skyline Luge ride down the mountain slopes

• Laser Tag & Wacky Whirlyball competitions

• Try a Canadian beaver tail at Ottawa’s Byward Market

• View Toronto from the CN Tower

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Itinerary

Days 1–2 — Syracuse / Ithaca, New York 🇺🇸

Begin the journey with fun icebreakers and group bonding.

Highlights include:

• Ultimate team-building at the Hoffmann Challenge Course

• 64-foot replica of Cornell’s McGraw Tower with zipline, giant swing, and rappelling stations

• Visit Cornell University and bookstore

• Explore Ithaca’s college-town shops and restaurants

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Day 3 — Niagara Falls, Ontario 🇨🇦

Cross into Canada to experience one of the world's natural wonders:

• Voyage to the Falls boat ride

• 1,500-hp Whirlpool Jetboat adventure through the Niagara Gorge

• Spectacular views of Horseshoe, American, and Bridal Veil Falls

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Days 4–6 — Toronto, Ontario

Explore Canada’s largest city:

• Ride to the top of the CN Tower

• Wander Queen Street West’s trendy shops and food spots

• Cheer on the Toronto Blue Jays at a Major League Baseball game

• Spend a full day at Canada’s Wonderland + Splash Works Water Park

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Days 7–9 — Mont-Tremblant, Québec

Settle into the stunning Laurentian Mountains:

• Explore Tremblant’s European-style pedestrian village

• Waterski or wakeboard on Lake Tremblant

• Ride the Skyline Luge’s 24-turn track

• Clip into the Via Ferrata mountain route

• Soar down Québec’s longest zipline

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Days 10–11 — Montreal, Québec

A vibrant city full of culture and charm:

• Stay downtown at McGill University

• Ice skate at the Atrium

• Explore Old Montreal’s cobblestone streets

• Play an epic game of laser tag

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Days 12–13 — Bar Harbor / Acadia, Maine

Enjoy time by the ocean in one of America’s most scenic coastal regions:

• Tandem sea kayaking

• Explore Bar Harbor’s beautiful village and harborfront

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Days 14–15 — Boston, Massachusetts

Wrap up the 15-day experience in historic Boston:

• Explore Harvard Yard

• Canoe along the Charles River

• Visit Quincy Market for lunch

• Farewell to 15-day participants (21-day participants continue on to Orlando)

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Accommodations 🏨

Ithaca / Syracuse, New York

SpringHill Suites Syracuse — indoor pool and fitness center.

Niagara Falls, Ontario

Great Wolf Lodge — indoor waterpark resort minutes from the falls.

Toronto, Ontario

Fairfield Inn & Suites — oversized double rooms, indoor pool, and hot tub.

Mont-Tremblant, Québec

Le Lodge de la Montagne — centrally located, with pool, sauna, hot tub, and fitness room.

Montreal, Québec

McGill University Residence — modern dorm-style accommodation in downtown Montreal.

Ellsworth / Bar Harbor, Maine

Hampton Inn Ellsworth — indoor pool, fitness center, perfect for Acadia access.

Boston, Massachusetts

Hyatt House — suite-style rooms with full kitchens, great for group stays.

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What It’s Like 🌟

A fun, high-energy teen adventure featuring iconic cities, outdoor thrills, and strong group friendships.

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Meals 🍽️

Includes breakfast and dinner daily at teen-approved restaurants.

Lunches are in small groups at local cafés and eateries.

Most dietary needs can be accommodated (vegetarian, gluten-free, lactose-free, kosher-style, allergies).

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Activities 🎉

All recreation and excursions listed are included in the tuition.

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Transportation 🚌

Deluxe, air-conditioned motor coach with a professional driver.

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Group Size 👥

Between 28 and 48 participants.

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Age Grouping

Compatible co-ed age groupings; one departure is available exclusively for rising 7th and 8th graders.

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Program Specifics

Flight to New York

Motor-coach transport from New York to Ithaca is included.

For students traveling from outside NY/NJ/CT/PA, assistance is provided for flight arrangements into New York.

A chaperoned overnight stay before the program may be offered.

Return Flight from Boston

Leaders assist with airport check-in and stay until flights depart.

Chaperoned ground transportation back to New York is included for NY-area students.

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Dining Experience

Teens enjoy a wide variety of favorite restaurants and local specialties — from hibachi and Italian eateries to BBQ, Cheesecake Factory, Eataly, Hard Rock Cafe, and local food halls.

Dessert outings may include Crumbl Cookies, Voodoo Donuts, ice cream shops, and other teen favorites.

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Rooming

Hotels, resorts, and college residences.

Rooms may be doubles or triples, with everyone having their own bed.

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Laundry 🧺

Weekly laundromat visits with detergent provided and staff guidance.

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What’s Included

• All accommodations

• Breakfast and dinner daily

• All activities & recreation listed

• Airport transfers (designated times)

• Taxes & gratuities

• Motor coach transport from New York → Ithaca

Not included: transport to/from the program, lunches, snacks, laundry costs, personal spending money, and optional travel insurance.