Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade 2026 Travel Package in New York
Luxury Travel Package Experience
highlights
Reserved Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade brunch viewing
Enjoy a warm indoor experience along the parade route with buffet and open bar, or step outside to see the balloons up close
4 nights at Tempo by Hilton Times Square
4 star hotel in the heart of Midtown, personally selected and tested by our team
Premium Orchestra tickets for the Rockettes
Experience the Radio City Christmas Spectacular from some of the best seats
Exclusive dining experience at Papillon Christmas Restaurant
Skip the line and enjoy a reserved table with a 2 course prix fixe menu included
Fully curated Thanksgiving experience
Christmas tours, iconic dining experiences, and selected meals included
Small group boutique experience
Limited to just 22 guests for a more personal, smooth, and premium experience
DESCRIPTION
Experience the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade 2026 with one of the most exclusive New York travel packages available. Our curated Thanksgiving travel package includes a 4 night stay at the 4 star Tempo by Hilton Times Square and a reserved parade brunch experience. Guests watch the NYC Thanksgiving Parade from a comfortable restaurant located directly along the parade route. You can easily step outside to see the balloons and floats pass by. Then return inside to warm up, enjoy brunch, and continue watching the parade.
For our New York travel package for Thanksgiving we chose the Tempo by Hilton Times Square, a modern 4 star hotel in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. Its location offers one of the best positions for travelers visiting New York during the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade 2026. Our NYC travel package also includes several iconic New York experiences. Guests receive Premium Orchestra tickets for the Rockettes Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall. The itinerary also includes lunch at Papillon Christmas Restaurant and dinner at the famous Ellen’s Stardust Diner. These experiences make this Thanksgiving trip to New York a complete holiday getaway.
Our Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade travel package also includes two of our most popular Christmas tours. Guests travel in a comfortable luxury minivan to visit the famous Dyker Heights Christmas Lights in Brooklyn. You will also explore some of the best Christmas decorations in New York City. On the final evening, guests enjoy a festive Christmas cruise with live music. During the cruise you will see the Statue of Liberty and the Manhattan skyline at night.
FULL ITINERARY
From your arrival in New York to the grand finale with skyline views on the water, this travel package is designed to give you a seamless, festive, and unforgettable Thanksgiving experience in New York City.
The highlight is your Thanksgiving Day brunch right along the parade route, where you can step outside to see the balloons and floats up close or stay warm inside while enjoying delicious food and drinks as the parade passes by.
2:00 PM: Hotel Check-in at the Tempo by Hilton 4 Star in Times Square
5:00 PM: Introductory Meeting with Tour Leader and the rest of the group. You meet the 22 guests who will share this experience with you.
Dinner: Catering from iconic NYC vendors. Joe’s Pizza. Fresh New York bagels. Levain Bakery cookies.
8:00 PM: Radio City Christmas Spectacular. Premium Orchestra tickets for the Rockettes. Your Tour Leader will accompany the group and coordinate the full experience. The perfect way to open your Christmas season in New York.
8:00 AM to 12:00 PM: Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade with exclusive Brunch at a venue located directly on the route of the parade. Strategic location. Warm indoor seating. Direct parade access. Step outside to watch the balloons and floats. Step back inside whenever you want. Eat. Warm up. Enjoy. Your Tour Leader will be with you the entire time to make sure everything runs smoothly and that you are comfortable and well taken care of. He will also help you take the best pictures of you and your party.
Afternoon: Free Time. Your Tour Leader will help you plan it.
5:30 PM: Skip-the-line 3-course dinner at Ellen’s Stardust Diner. Broadway singing waiters. Pure New York energy.
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM: My Christmas Morning in Manhattan Tour with Luxury Minivan. Fully guided by your Tour Leader. Iconic Christmas locations. Hidden gems. Best photo spots.
Lunch: 2-course lunch at Papillon Christmas Restaurant included.
4:30 PM to 8:30 PM: Dyker Heights & DUMBO Christmas Lights Tour with Luxury Minivan. Led and coordinated by your Tour Leader. Brooklyn’s most spectacular Christmas lights.
Dinner: During the tour, we head to the iconic Time Out Market in DUMBO, Brooklyn. Together with your tour leader, you can order your preferred food and enjoy it indoors while taking in the stunning Manhattan skyline just outside. It is one of the most iconic after dark experiences in NYC. The evening ends at Bryant Park, where you can enjoy a free hot chocolate before heading back to your Times Square hotel.
9:30 AM to 12:30 PM: Fully guided Central Park Movie Tour led by your Tour Leader. Gapstow Bridge. Wollman Rink. The Mall. Bethesda Terrace & Fountain. Bow Bridge. John Lennon Memorial. Movie scenes. Christmas atmosphere. Real New York.
Afternoon: Free time for lunch, shopping, museums, or relaxing. Your Tour Guide will help you plan according to your interests.
Evening: Statue of Liberty Christmas Cruise. Reserved table, complimentary drink and cookies included. Skyline at night. Lady Liberty illuminated. Christmas Music. A magical grand finale.
Dinner: Your tour guide will help you find the perfect dinner spot before or after the cruise, based on your preferences. It is a special moment to enjoy some private time with your party, as it is the final evening of the experience.
Morning: Breakfast and Check-out at the hotel.
Your Hotel: Tempo by Hilton Times Square
CANCELLATION POLICY
This is a boutique group travel experience limited to 22 guests. The following cancellation policy applies:
- The $250 deposit per person is never refundable in any case.
- Cancel by July 25, 2026: full refund minus deposit.
- Cancel July 26 – September 25, 2026: 50% refund minus deposit.
- From September 26, 2026: non-refundable.
Full payment must be completed before the start of the experience. Failure to complete payment may result in cancellation of your reservation, with no refund of any amounts previously paid, in accordance with the applicable cancellation policy.
If you cannot travel, you may transfer your package to another person. You must inform us as soon as possible so we can arrange all necessary updates with hotels and suppliers. If the change of participant is not communicated in advance, we cannot guarantee participation.
We strongly recommend purchasing separate travel and health insurance covering medical issues, cancellation, and trip interruption.
What's Included
Four nights (November 25 to 29) at the 4 star Tempo by Hilton Times Square Hotel in the heart of Midtown Manhattan
Thanksgiving Day brunch with exclusive Macy’s Parade viewing
Orchestra premium tickets for the Radio City Christmas Spectacular starring the Rockettes
Skip-the-line 3-course dinner at Ellen’s Stardust Diner
Skip-the-line 2-course lunch at Papillon Christmas Restaurant
Statue of Liberty Christmas Cruise with reserved table, complimentary drink & cookies
My Christmas Morning in Manhattan Luxury Tour
Dyker Heights & DUMBO Christmas Lights Luxury Tour & Free Hot Chocolate in Bryant Park Winter Village
Central Park Movie Tour
Introduction meeting with our Tour Leader including NYC-style pizza, bagels and cookies
Daily buffet-style continental American breakfast at the hotel included
Dinner with skyline view at Time Out Market, DUMBO, Brooklyn
Nine out of eleven meals included (3 hotel breakfasts, 1 Parade breakfast / brunch, 1 lunch, 3 dinners)
Licensed tour guide always reachable, even during free time, with direct owner escalation and immediate response if needed
Transportation in our iconic, luxury and comfortable minivan throughout the experience
Flight tickets to and from New York
Transportation from the airport to the hotel and back
Travel and health insurance
ESTA or visa for international travelers
Food and drinks not mentioned in “What’s Included” Section
Any costs related to activities not listed in the “What’s Included” Section
Gratuities for the driver and tour guide are not included, not compulsory but highly appreciated
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