Explore the top Ivy League schools in the East
NYC Departure
June 11, 2026
Starting $2,299/pp
Open the doors to the Ivy League — together.
For students, parents, and educators, there’s no better way to picture the future than to walk the campuses where it could unfold. This eight‑day road trip is designed specifically for school groups and families who want more than just a brochure view of college life.
Why this tour matters for admissions Colleges call it “demonstrated interest” — visiting campus, showing up for information sessions, and learning about what makes each school unique. Many admissions offices factor this into their decisions, and students who show demonstrated interest can see their chances of admission rise significantly compared with those who don’t.
Note: This tour does not include trip insurance or Tour Excludes or any items (i.e., food or beverages), purchased individually.
- Guide’s & Driver’s Gratuity
Day 1:
We’ll begin our journey in Midtown Manhattan with a group brunch and welcome session. Here, you’ll receive essential information about the week ahead and get a clear overview of what to expect.
After brunch, we set off for our first campus visit: Columbia University, the jewel of Manhattan’s Upper West Side. We’ll join the official onehour campus tour and take a walk around the inspiring neighborhood of Morningside Heights to get a genuine feel for the area.
From there, we travel to New Haven, Connecticut, where we’ll enjoy dinner and spend the night.
Day 2:
We’ll start early, as we have a full day planned. After breakfast, we head to the prestigious Yale University for a formal campus tour and information session. We’ll also take some time to explore parts of New Haven before departing.
In the afternoon, we visit Brown University in Rhode Island for another campus tour. This is followed by an early dinner and an evening activity in Providence.
Afterwards, we transfer (approximately one hour) to Boston for an overnight stay.
Day 3:
Get ready for a fun and inspiring day in Boston—an incredible city to live, study, and explore. After breakfast, we head to Cambridge for a tour of Harvard University.
Once the tour concludes, we enjoy a guided Boston city tour led by a licensed local expert who will share insights, stories, and knowledge about this exciting city—one that may even become your future home.
In the early evening, we explore the historic Faneuil Hall marketplace, followed by either free time or an optional Broadway show in Boston.
Day 4:
After breakfast, we travel north to Hanover, New Hampshire for a visit to Dartmouth College. We’ll join the official tour and enjoy a local lunch before continuing to Lake George.
In Lake George, we’ll have dinner and take a relaxing evening cruise before heading to our hotel for the night.
Day 5:
We begin early again. After breakfast, we board the coach and head to beautiful Ithaca for a tour and information session at Cornell University.
Afterward, we’ll explore some of the region’s stunning natural attractions, including a few of the most notable waterfalls. Depending on timing, we may also visit Seneca Lake and Watkins Glen State Park.
We’ll enjoy dinner and spend the night in the area.
Day 6:
After breakfast, we travel south to Hershey, Pennsylvania, where we’ll spend the day at Hershey’s Chocolate World. You’ll get to design your own candy bar at one of Hershey’s most popular workshops and enjoy unlimited chocolate “kisses” during the free tour.
In the afternoon, we continued to Lancaster for an authentic Amish dinner and overnight stay.
Day 7:
We start the day with a visit to Kreider Dairy Farm, where you’ll see modern, hightech farming in action. You’ll get a birdseye view of the impressive milking carousel, where 1,800 cows are milked three times daily—and you may even get to meet some adorable calves!
We then travel to Philadelphia, where we’ll enjoy an afternoon and evening city tour, followed by dinner and either evening entertainment or free time.
Day 8:
After breakfast, we visit the University of Pennsylvania for a campus tour. We’ll enjoy an authentic Philly cheesesteak (or a similar local favorite) for lunch.
Later, we headed to historic Princeton for a tour of Princeton University.
We’ll enjoy a final group dinner and wrapup session before concluding the tour back in New York City.
Please arrive 15 mins prior to estimated departure time at your selected pick-up point.
All timings are approximate.
Is there parking at the pick-up locations?
Some of the pick-up locations we use require a parking fee for your vehicle. Guests are responsible for their own parking fees.
Does this tour continue if it rains?
Yes, this tour runs in rain or shine.
What is your cancellation policy?
If you have purchased “cancel for any reason” insurance, you may cancel up to 24 hours prior to time of estimated departure for any reason. You MUST notify A-1 Tours in writing or by phone and receive a cancellation confirmation back
If any of your questions have not been answered on our website, please call your tour operator, Josefin.
Email: jlagnelius@A1tours.com
Office: 609-919-2037
Cell: 347-340-9259
