Essentials

Tour Info

Summary of nights

Atlantic City 1; Philadelphia 1; Washington DC 1; Bedford 1; Presque Isle State Park 1; Niagara Falls 1; Finger Lakes 2; Lake George 2; Jersey City 1; Hither Hills State Park 1; Liberty Harbor 1.

Meals

Self-catered.

Transport

Self-drive in an RV with choice of four categories of vehicle.

Accommodation

Fully equipped RV and choice of recommended campsites and RV sites.

Guides

You can either self-guide, choose your own guides locally or speak to your consultant to arrange optional guided experiences where possible.

 

Clothing & special equipment

Warm clothing and good hiking boots are recommended for mountainous regions of the North-East.

Weather

The best time to visit the North-East USA is May to October when the weather is warmest and sunniest. Summer (June-August) has average temperatures of 20-28°C and can get very hot, while autumn (September-October) is the best time to explore the countryside for the Fall colours. Spring (March-May) ranges from cold to mild, while winter (November-March) has temperatures from 10°C down to -10°C with snow common December-February, and heaviest inland in mountainous regions such as the Adirondacks.

Altitude

The Catskills and Adirondacks have terrain over 1,000 metres so pace yourself and be prepared with warm clothing.