New York City

Trip Length:

5 Days

Cost:

$2,475

2024 Dates:

June 23 - June 27
July 2 - July 6
July 13 - July 17
July 22 - July 26

Enroll By:

May 19
May 28
June 8
June 17

Are you ready to enter the concrete jungle? You may encounter wild beasts like the bright yellow taxicab, the two-wheeled delivery driver, and the skateboard commuter.

Head deep into the heart of the world’s most famous city when you explore the art collections at world-renowned institutions, taste local culinary delights, and tour iconic landmarks.

Get your camera ready for sights like...

  • NYC landmarks, including Radio City Music Hall and the Brooklyn Bridge
  • Iconic art in museums like The Whitney, The MoMa, and The Met
  • A picnic dinner on one of NYC’s latest additions: the Little Island
  • Glimpses of local life at Bryant Park, Chelsea Market, and Zabar’s

Bring a Friend and Save!

We know that seeing the world is more fun when you do it with friends. That’s why we’re offering you $200 off when you bring a friend on your WorldExplore trip. As an added bonus, your friend will also enjoy $200 off their trip. Win-win! You can learn more about claiming your savings by speaking to a member of our team.

Take The Leap

Throughout your trip, your Course Leader will guide you through various LEAP activities, from discovering the culinary history of Chinatown to exploring the nearly 400-year-old history of one of the oldest churches in the States. All LEAP activities are designed to inspire active discussions about the various cultural and historical monuments you’ll be visiting, and to make you feel even more connected to the world around you.

What's Included

Authentic, local meals

Comfortable Double Accommodations

Expert Course Leader

Entrance to museums and historic sites

Travel securely knowing that your trip is backed by WorldAssist – our global team of security experts that are available 24/7 to address any questions or concerns.

Itinerary Highlights*

Day One – Arrive in NYC and enjoy a tour of Greenwich Village and the Whitney
Day Two – Explore Chinatown and Little Italy and enjoy a Broadway show
Day Three – Visit Central Park, Radio City Music Hall, and the MoMA
Day Four – Experience the Met, Belvedere Castle, and world-famous Zabar’s
Day Five – Explore Roosevelt Island before departing for home
DAY ONE
  • Arrive in NYC!
  • Set off on a week-long scavenger hunt that will take you through the city, kicking off in Washington Square Park
  • Take a guided tour with your Course Leader through Greenwich Village, including a stop at the world-famous Stonewall Inn
  • The Stonewall Inn, often just called Stonewall, is a National Historic Landmark because of its pivotal place to the LGBTQIA+ community as the site of the Stonewall Riots in 1969. Greenwich Village, the neighborhood surrounding Stonewall, has long been known as a haven for artists, writers, fashion designers, and creatives of all types and that vibrant energy electrifies the city’s streets.
  • Spend your evening exploring the exhibits at The Whitney, home to one of the largest collections of American art in the world
  • Walk towards dinner on the Little Island via the Chelsea High Line - an urban highway of greenery that floats above the city
DAY TWO
  • All Aboard! Go for a cruise around the islands in the morning, spotting Lady Liberty on her perch and infamous Ellis Island as well as getting a seabird’s eye view of lower Manhattan
  • Follow your Course Leader through Chinatown and Little Italy, two of the tastiest neighborhoods in all of New York, before heading across the Brooklyn Bridge
  • New York’s Chinatown was created in the late 1800s as more and more Asian immigrants arrived in the city. Since its inception, Chinatown has been a tourist destination in New York, drawing visitors with brightly-painted signs and the heavenly smells of outdoor cooking. To this day, New York’s Chinatown is home to the highest concentration of Chinese people in the Western Hemisphere with an estimated 100,000 residents.
  • Stroll along the South Street Seaport and visit Wall Street, Trinity Church, and the 9/11 Memorial
  • Take a rest in Madison Square Park, one of the oldest plots of public land in Manhattan
  • Enjoy dinner at a restaurant near Times Square before heading to see one of the hottest shows on Broadway
DAY THREE
  • Begin your day with a brisk walk through Central Park, the city’s most famous outdoor destination
  • Though it may be the most famous, and even bigger than the European country of Monaco, Central Park isn’t even NYC’s largest park. That honor goes to Van Cortlandt park in the Bronx, clocking in at a whopping 1,146 acres.
  • Take a guided tour of Radio City Music Hall, the largest indoor theatre in the world
  • Enjoy lunch at the Grand Central Market and Food Hall before exploring the grand expanse that is 5th Avenue
  • Spend your afternoon at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), home to over 200,000 priceless pieces of contemporary art
  • Enjoy dinner before heading to a bowling alley and arcade
DAY FOUR
  • Spend your morning exploring the various exhibits, wings, halls, and galleries at the Metropolitan Museum of Art (aka The Met)
  • Explore the Upper West Side of Manhattan and Central Park with your Course Leader as you make your way towards Belvedere Castle, one of the most picturesque landmarks in all of Central Park
  • After lunch, enjoy time exploring the Museum of Natural History and a visit to world-famous Zabar’s
  • “New York is Zabar’s. Zabar’s is New York.” So proclaims the slogan of one of New York’s most lasting culinary institutions: Zabar’s. Founded in 1934 by Louis and Lillian Zabar, the grocery is now into its eighth decade of curated epicurean delights. Some credit Zabar’s as the introduction of delicious treats such as brie cheese, caviar, and gnocchi into American food culture.
  • After a stop at Columbus Circle and Lincoln Square, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant
  • Climb to the top of the Rock for the all-time best view of the city’s lights
DAY FIVE
  • Enjoy a tram ride to explore Roosevelt Island before heading to the airport and departing for home

*The events included on this itinerary are subject to minor changes before your departure date.

Meet a WorldExplore Course Leader!

WorldExplore tours are led by experienced educators that have extensive, firsthand knowledge of the culture around you because your Course Leader is a local. That means avoiding crowds at the Met and popping into an unassuming bodega that serves the best chopped cheese in the city.

WorldStrides receives nearly 1,000 Course Leader applications each year. On average, only 90 applicants will make the cut.

Jonathan Goldstein

Hi! I have deep family roots in NYC, mirroring the classic immigrant experience from Ellis Island to the Lower East Side. This background inspired my ongoing quest to discover the best of the city, both past and present. I studied at Columbia University under one of the all-time-great historians of New York, Kenneth Jackson, before earning my MA in Archeology from Bar Ilan University in Israel. I love tracing the city’s history, from the footprints of George Washington to those of Malcolm X, and exploring hidden gems from pizza slices to jazz clubs.

We are incredibly proud of our entire team of Course Leaders. Jonathan is just one example of our roster of experienced guides and may not be the actual Course Leader for your NYC exploration.

WorldStrides receives nearly 1,000 Course Leader applications each year. On average, only 90 applicants will make the cut.

What Our Travelers Are Saying...

“This tour was like no other I’d done. Our tour guide made the difference! She was positive, knowledgeable, friendly and accepting of us all, and did not get rattled, showing zero signs of inconvenience or discomfort in any situation. She made the trip what it was- FABULOUS!!”

– Sierra, 2022

“The tour of New York City was great. I had a good time and our course leader was great. She talked about everything we toured and is very knowledgeable about the places we toured. She is a very friendly person and I would tour with her again.”

– Carrie, 2022