America stargazing 2-Day Tour from New York
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- Departure: New York
- Leave: New York
- Duration: 2 Day(s)
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Highlights
- Enjoy the magnificent night sky at Potter County, one of the best places on the eastern seaboard for stargazing and the science of astronomy due to its exceptionally dark skies.
- Visit Bushkill Falls Park and enjoy scenic and fully accessible trails, the spectacular waterfalls, beautiful tumbling waters, river valleys, rhododendron filled ravines, and quiet hemlock forests as your reward.
Itinerary
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| Day | Itinerary | Attractions | Note |
| Day 1 | New York → Potter County Stargazing Tours | New York | |
| Day 2 | Bushkill Falls (60 mins) → New York | Pennsylvania / New York |
D1
Day 1
New York → Potter County Stargazing Tours
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Attractions
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Accommodation
Quality Inn & Suites Mansfield or similar
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Description
This afternoon we will drive to Potter County. Follow us and enter the private stargazing area of stargazing experts to get rid of noise, crowding, and interference of dense car lights and mobile phone light sources. We will wait for the nightfall to admire the stars in the sky.
Itinerary:
New York → Potter County Stargazing Tours (180 mins, fee for private stargazing territory entrance, stargazing expert guide and professional equipment included) → Hotel
Kindly Reminder:
1. It is recommended that you check the weather forecast in advance to avoid cloudy or rainy weather.
2. Pack the right gear before you go:
a. Telescope or binoculars: Enhance the stargazing experience and allow you to see the stars more clearly.
b. Folding chairs or cushions: Provide a comfortable stargazing position and reduce the fatigue of waiting for the stars.
c. Blanket: Guarantee a warm and comfortable stargazing environment.
d. Food: Bring some drinking water and food.
e. Mosquito spray: Avoid mosquito bites.
f. Flashlight or headlamp: Provides illumination for easy movement in the dark.
g. Appropriate attire: Choose appropriate clothing according to the weather forecast, including warm jackets, hats, and windbreakers.
3. Observation guide: It is recommended that you bring a star map in advance or use the sky application on your mobile phone to help you identify different stars and constellations.
4. Pay attention to environmental protection: Please ensure that no garbage is left during outdoor stargazing and abide by local laws and regulations.
Potter County Stargazing Tour
Potter County Stargazing Tour operates on private property a short distance from Cherry Springs State Park, Pennsylvania's only Dark Sky Park. We're located in the heart of the Pennsylvania Wilds Region, an area internationally known to have some of the darkest skies east of the Mississippi. Our tours offer the ultimate stargazing experience with an unobstructed 360 degree view of the night sky without any artificial light pollution. When you look up for the first time, you'll think you can reach up and touch the Milky Way. You'll be astonished by the amount of visible stars you'll see during our 2 hour tour. This memorable stargazing experience will be something you, your family, and friends will alway remember.
D2
Day 2
Bushkill Falls (60 mins) → New York
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Meet Point
Please see detailed collection and starting point information
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Attractions
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Description
Today we will head to Bushkill Falls known as the “Niagara of Pennsylvania.” In addition to the main waterfall, there are seven other waterfalls on the grounds. This unique series of eight waterfalls, nestled deep in the wooded Pocono Mountains, is accessible through an excellent network of hiking trails and bridges which afford fabulous views of the falls and the surrounding forest. After a pleasant trip, we will return to New York.
Bushkill Falls
The "Niagara of Pennsylvania," Bushkill Falls is among the Keystone State's most famous scenic attractions. This unique series of eight waterfalls, nestled deep in the wooded Pocono Mountains, is accessible through an excellent network of hiking trails and bridges which afford fabulous views of the falls and the surrounding forest.
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Departure & Return
Pickup Locations
| Location | Time | Address | Note |
| Flushing-(Asian Jewel Seafood Restaurant) | 14:00 | 133-30 39th Ave, Flushing, NY 11354 | |
| Manhattan- Chinatown | 14:45 | 90 Bowery, New York, NY 10002 | |
| Brooklyn - TD Bank | 15:15 | 6102 8th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11220 | Only pick-up service provided, we will drop off customers at Chinatown. |
Dropoff Locations
| Location | Time | Address |
| Flushing-(Asian Jewel Seafood Restaurant) | 133-30 39th Ave, Flushing, NY 11354 | |
| Manhattan- Chinatown | 90 Bowery, New York, NY 10002 |
Includes & Excludes
Includes
- Professional bilingual tour guide
- Transportation (The type of vehicle used will base on the number of guests on the day. 7-seat minivan; Minivan; motorcoach)
- Hotel (Nights is less a day of tour days);
- 2 hours of professional guidance and guidance from experts in stargazing, assistance with professional equipment for stargazing, and entry into private stargazing territories.
- Hotel breakfast.
Excludes
- Service fee (minimum US$12/person/day, any child and Infant reserving a seat have to pay the service fees as well)
- Food and beverage (Tour guide will arrange. About breakfast: usually guests can prepare in advance or have breakfast at the first attraction/the nearest store from the hotel);
- Any personal expenses are not listed in Fee Included.
- Bushkill Falls: Adult $18.5-$21.5/person，Child (4-10 years old) $11.5/person
Notice
Optional activity prices in the excluded list is for reference only.
Attentions
- The itinerary will be subject to traffic, departure date, and weather, etc.
- This tour does not accept any City Pass or your own tickets for the attraction.
- A valid photo ID is required to board the bus. Customers are held solely responsible for their own travel documents and/or visas if required.
- There IS a penalty for any 3rd or 4th passengers who joins the tour for free of charge but becomes no show on the departure date.
- Smoking is prohibited aboard the bus in accordance with Federal law and prohibited in all hotel rooms.
- Concerning the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic,some recreations areas are temporially closed. The tour guide will arrange the itinerary.
- Please arrive at the departure point 15 minutes before the scheduled time and follow the arrangement of a tour escort.
- Please arrange your drop off point same as departure point, drop off at different point may not work.
Policies
No Show
Once the booking is confirmed, an absence or failure to show up on the scheduled date is NO SHOW. No show is non-refundable.
Cancellation
| Cancellation Period | Policy |
| 16 or more days prior to tour departure date | Refund 85% payment |
| 9 - 15 days prior to tour departure date | Refund 40% payment |
| 8 days prior to tour departure date | Non-refundable |
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