Mother’s Day Tulip Festival Day Trip to Albany from New York City

Overview

Take a tour of historic Albany, the capital of New York State, and uncover its rich heritage. Stroll through the impressive Empire State Plaza and visit the New York State Capitol, a 19th-century architectural masterpiece renowned for its intricate hand-crafted masonry. During the Tulip Festival, as thousands of vibrant tulips burst into bloom, you'll have the perfect setting to share love and warm wishes with someone special.

City: Brooklyn

Sun 22 Jun

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Sun 22 Jun

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What's Included

Professional vehicles transportation (Vehicle used based on the number of guests attending that day)

Professional Humor and Heart Bilingual（English&Chinese） Tour Guide & Driver

Unlimited Bottled Water Throughout the Trip

Brooklyn, Elmhurst, and Flushing Community – Complimentary Pick-Up and Drop-Off Service Available

Twice-Daily Treats – Sweet snacks and candies, delivered with a smile!

Exclusive "Local Exploration"Travel Passport – 10 stamps earns a spot at our Annual Explorer Gala!

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Age and Safety: Customers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pregnant women may join if under 24 weeks by the trip's end.
What to Bring: Comfortable shoes and clothes, sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, cash, and drinks for hydration.
Booking Details: Ensure all booking details (name, contact, flight info) are accurate. Errors will result in personal costs. A reachable phone number is required for safety and communication.
Pick-Up Location Policy：When booking, please select your pick-up point. If undecided, you may update your pick-up location later. However, you must contact us or update this information yourself at least 3 days before the tour date. Important: Failure to provide or update your pick-up location prior to the departure date may result in missing the tour. The company will not be responsible for missed tours, and any fees paid will not be refunded.
Tickets and Charges: Pre-purchased tickets or city passes are not accepted. Buy through us or via the guide. Group reservations recommended.
Itinerary Changes:Tour operator reserves the right to adjust the itinerary for smooth operations.
Tour Adjustments:The tour guide may alter schedules based on weather, traffic, or other conditions.
Parking: Parking is not available at the meeting point. Transportation to and from the departure location is not included.
Closed Attractions: If a scenic spot is closed, an alternative will be provided.
Booster Seats: State law requires children under 6 to use a booster seat for tour participation. Fines for violations are the guest’s responsibility. Booster seats are not needed for bus travel on the tour day.
Health Requirements: Guests with disabilities must provide advance notice. Wheelchair-accessible buses are not guaranteed without prior approval.
Terms and Conditions: Terms and conditions may change—check the product website for updates.The operator is not liable for damages unless required by law.
Leaving the Group: If leaving the group early, inform the tour guide and sign a departure form. No refunds for unused portions.
Gifts and Refunds: Gifts provided during the tour may change due to unforeseen factors like weather. Fees will not be refunded for changes.
Booking Guidelines：To stay together on the same bus, provide all confirmation numbers once your bookings are complete.

What To Expect

New York City

Departing from New York, this tour takes you to Albany, one of the oldest settlements in the United States, dating back to 1614. Upon arrival, you’ll experience the vibrant beauty of the annual Tulip Festival, held every May in Washington Park. Enjoy 90 minutes of tulip viewing before visiting Empire State Plaza (30 minutes), the historic New York State Capitol (30 minutes), and the New York State Museum (60 minutes). The journey covers a distance of approximately 153 miles and takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes each way.

Washington Park

Tulip Viewing The Tulip Festival is held in Albany, New York every spring at Washington Park. It stems from when Mayor Erastus Corning 2nd got a city ordinance passed declaring the tulip as Albany's official flower on July 1, 1948. This year will be the 70th Albany Tulip Festival.

Empire State Plaza Convention Center

Empire State Plaza, whose cornerstone was laid in 1965, was marketed at the time as a "Design for the Future". The Plaza exists today as an icon of 20th-century Modernist architecture. The Empire State Plaza features 10 state government buildings set on a six-story platform connected by a quarter mile long underground concourse.

New York State Capitol

New York State Capitol is the capitol building of the U.S. state of New York. Housing the New York State Legislature, it is located in the Empire State Plaza on State Street in Capitol Park. The building, completed in 1899 at a cost of $25 million (worth approximately half a billion current dollars), was the most expensive government building of its time.

New York State Museum

The New York State Museum which was founded in 1836. The collections of the New York State Museum include geological samples, paleontology specimens, historic materials, and art. Their anthropological collections are extensive and include the collections of several early and well-known anthropologists, including Lewis H. Morgan and Arthur C. Parker.

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