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Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade in New York City November 23-28, 2025
Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade in New York City November 23-28, 2025

When
Nov 23rd, 2025 - Nov 28th, 2025
All Day

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If you have questions about this trip, email Steve Crawford. His email address is crawford@wnax.com.  You can also text him at 605-857-0753.
If you’re ready to reserve your seats, call 800-843-0089!

Visit the Big Apple and experience the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade!

Spend 6 days and 5 nights in NYC with Steve Crawford and let him show you the town! You’ll see darn near everything! This is the BEST New York trip you’ll find!  Stay at a Hotel just a few steps from Times Square!

Note: This trip requires walking shoes!  We travel around the Big Apple like a local — mostly by subway and on foot! You’ll get the full NYC experience!

See 30 awesome pictures from last year’s Christmas in New York Trip by clicking HERE! See even more pictures by clicking HERE!

Included in the trip:

  • Round trip air from Omaha, Des Moines, Minneapolis & Kansas City.  Prices vary from other airports.
  • Airport transfer to and from hotel
  • Plus highlighted attractions in the itinerary

Your trip will be hosted by WNAX’s Steve Crawford.  He will be available for questions/directions every step of the way.

The Itinerary

Sunday, Day 1
Morning: Fly to NYC / Airport Transfer to hotel
Lunch on your own in Times Square/Explore
3:00pm: Check into hotel
4:00pm: The Steve Crawford Victory March to Rockefeller Center, St. Patrick’s CathedralTrump TowerCentral Park, Carnegie Hall, the Ed Sullivan Theatre and much more!
Dinner: on your own in Times Square area

Monday, Day 2
8:00am: Early morning visit to Good Morning America, TODAY Show and Fox & Friends.
9:00am: Take the subway and visit Grand Central Terminal!  We will also show you an ALL DRESSED UP FOR CHRISTMAS Bryant Park and the fantastic NYC Library.
Noon: Lunch
2:00pm: Radio City Music Hall Experience (60-minutes)
Dinner: On your own
7:00pm Harbor Lights Cruise – NYC at Night!

Tuesday, Day 3
9am Take the subway to Strawberry Fields & Bethesda Terrace, Columbia University walkaround; Visit St. John the Divine Church and enjoy lunch at Tom’s (Seinfeld) Restaurant (or other), then to Grant’s Tomb.
8:00pm:
 See the Christmas Windows at Macys; Go to the top of the Empire State Building

Wednesday, Day 4
9am Ride the subway to Battery Park
Picture opportunity with the Wall Street Bull; Visit Federal Hall; Fearless Girl, the New York Stock Exchange; & Christmas Tree, Alexander Hamilton’s grave at Trinity Church. Tour 911 Memorial and 911 Museum
Lunch on your own in the area
Afternoon: Go to the top of One World Trade (Optional/Extra $$) and/or see St. Paul’s Chapel, then walk the Brooklyn Bridge.
8:00pm: On your own at Broadway Show — Suggested: Wicked

Thursday, Day 5
8:30am: View the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Ride the subway to Battery Park
Noon: Board Statue of Liberty/Ellis Island ferry
Enjoy Statue Island, their new museum and pedestal tickets (if available)
Ferry to Ellis Island
Noon: Lunch on your own at Ellis Island
8:00pm: Radio City Christmas Spectacular featuring the Rockettes!

Friday, Day 6
Morning  On your own to see any last-minute attractions and to enjoy your final day in NYC.
PLAN to do something with your last day!
Afternoon/Evening   Shuttle to airport Fly home

Go on this trip for $2,999 per person double; $2,899 per person triple, $2,799 per person quad; $3,799 single.

Add $100 per person if two beds are needed for two people.

  • Prices based on a flight out of Omaha, Kansas City, Des Moines or Minneapolis.  Call for a price to fly out of other locations.
  • Full payment due at booking
  • Itinerary subject to change.

Trip Assurance is available for $150 per person.
With Trip Assurance, if you have to cancel because of a medical condition or death in your immediate family less than 60-days prior to the trip, we’ll refund 40% of your payment; plus you’ll receive another 40% of your payment in the form of a future trip credit, minus the Trip Assurance charge.
You may cancel outside of 60-days with a full refund, minus the flight price and Trip Assurance.

See ALL trips offered by WNAX by clicking HERE!

If you have questions about this trip, email Steve Crawford. His email address is crawford@wnax.com.  You can also text him at 605-857-0753.
If you’re ready to reserve your seats, call 800-843-0089!

TRIP TERMS AND CONDITIONS

General
Itinerary and hotels are subject to change. Alternatives may be offered due to closure or unexpected events.
Tour prices are subject to increased rate until booked with a deposit.
Booking a tour indicates you have read and agree with the terms.

Air Travel
Air fare is booked at Economy class group rate. Upgrades may be requested at additional cost.
One carry-on bag, meeting the airline specifications, is included in the trip price.
Additional charges for checked bags may be imposed by the airline and is the responsibility of the traveler.
Airlines may change departure times and/or layover sites. Please check the status one day prior to the flight.

Ground Transportation
Ground transportation is provided by air-conditioned motor coach.
Seat rotation is not enforced.
If you need special accommodations or have concerns during the trip,  please speak with the host and every effort will be made to make suitable arrangements.
All items brought onto the motor coach must be kept clear of the aisle.
Please ensure luggage brought on the motor coach is not excessive and allows for all passengers to be accommodated.

Hotel Accommodations
Hotels are subject to change based on availability at time of reservation.
Elevators are not guaranteed at all properties.
Traveler is responsible for his/her luggage and may have to walk a short distance with their bag.

Special Requirements
All tours require some walking and traveler is responsible for their own luggage. Please request help from the host if needed.
If special accommodations are needed, please communicate this before booking.
Arrangements for special requirements may incur additional costs to the traveler.

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