Nisga'a Festival Trip to NYC

The itinerary is the starting point to your tour, but it’s not set in stone. Your group leader may make changes leading up to departure.

Day 1, Friday April 10: New York City

Arrive in New York City! Meet your Encore Tour Manager at the airport load in to your luxury coach and depart for New York City. Enjoy some free time for lunch, giving you the opportunity to explore local eateries and savor the flavors of New York. Afterward, check in at your hotel and take some time to relax and enjoy the amenities offered. Dinner is included in your itinerary, allowing you to enjoy a delightful meal. After dinner, return to your hotel for a restful overnight stay in the New York/New Jersey area. (B,D)

Day 2, Saturday April 11: New York City

Wake up and enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Board your motorcoach for transfer to the festival venue where you will participate in a clinic session to review your music, followed by your performance for fellow festival attendees. End the day with the festival’s semi-formal awards banquet dinner, featuring live entertainment. Conclude the evening with a return transfer to your hotel. (B,D)

Day 3, Sunday April 12: New York City

Wake up and enjoy a delicious breakfast that will be served at the hotel. After breakfast, we will have a local guide give us a tour New York City. Later prepare for your second concert in NYC, venue to be determined. After have dinner to celebrate your performance. (B,D)

Day 4, Monday April 13: New York City

After breakfast, board the bus for a guided tour of New York City, where you will explore some of the city's iconic landmarks and attractions including the MET 911 memorial Broadway clinic. Dinner will be provided, followed by an opportunity to attend a Broadway show, pending selection and availability. After the show, return to your hotel for a restful overnight stay in the New York/New Jersey area. (B,D)

Day 5, Tuesday April 14: New York City

Rise and shine! After a hearty breakfast served at the hotel, the group sets off for a morning visit to Ellis Island, where the echoes of immigrant stories offer a powerful glimpse into America’s past. Following the excursion, enjoy lunch at your leisure—perhaps sampling one of Manhattan’s many culinary gems. The afternoon invites you to unwind with free time in Central Park, a lush oasis in the heart of the city. Whether strolling tree-lined paths, visiting landmarks like Bethesda Terrace, or simply relaxing on the Great Lawn, it’s the perfect way to soak in the spirit of New York. (B,D)

Day 6, Wednesday April 15: Departure

Wake up and enjoy a delicious breakfast that will be served in your hotel. After breakfast, check out of your hotel and head back to the airport with memories to last a life time! (B)