Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade 2027 Travel Package in New York

Start your New York adventure before check in with an optional guided visit to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade Balloon Inflation. Travel with your guide by arranged shuttle and see the famous giant balloons being prepared for their big appearance the following morning. Available separately as an optional add on.

Settle into your 4 star hotel in the Times Square area, with Tempo by Hilton Times Square currently selected for the experience. Should a change become necessary, accommodation will always be at a comparable hotel of the same or higher standard in the Times Square area.

Meet your dedicated local tour guide and the fellow travelers who will share this special Thanksgiving experience with you. Your first evening begins with a selection of iconic New York food while your guide introduces the days ahead, shares local tips and helps everyone settle into the city.

Step outside for your first taste of Christmas in New York. Your guide leads the group through the festive streets of Manhattan, introducing you to the holiday atmosphere, decorations and iconic locations that make New York so magical at this time of year. It is the perfect way to begin your Thanksgiving getaway.

Thanksgiving morning is the centerpiece of your trip. Walk with your guide from the hotel to your reserved parade brunch experience at Jazz at Lincoln Center, or a comparable venue directly along the parade route. Enjoy a warm indoor brunch while the parade unfolds just outside. Step out to experience the giant balloons, floats and performers up close, then return inside whenever you wish to warm up, enjoy brunch and continue celebrating. Your guide remains with the group throughout the experience, so all you need to do is enjoy one of New York City’s most iconic traditions.

After the excitement of the parade, the afternoon is yours. Visit an observation deck, discover Manhattan’s holiday atmosphere, enjoy some shopping, explore seasonal attractions or simply relax at the hotel. Your guide remains available to help you make the most of your free time and recommend experiences based on what you would most like to see.

Come together again in the evening for a true New York Thanksgiving celebration at the famous Carmine’s Italian Restaurant. Known for its lively atmosphere and generous family style Italian American dining, Carmine’s is the perfect place to share Thanksgiving dinner with your fellow travelers and guide. A warm, social and distinctly New York ending to Thanksgiving Day.

Meet your guide at the hotel and enjoy a short walk through Midtown to legendary Radio City Music Hall, where one of New York’s most iconic Christmas experiences awaits.

Experience one of New York’s greatest Christmas traditions from Premium Orchestra seats. The world famous Rockettes, spectacular choreography, elaborate costumes and iconic holiday scenes make the Radio City Christmas Spectacular an essential part of Christmas in New York. Your guide accompanies the group and coordinates the experience from beginning to end.

After the show, walk with your guide to the best Christmas restaurant in New York City for a special included holiday lunch. Surrounded by spectacular seasonal décor and an unmistakable Christmas atmosphere, it is the perfect continuation of your morning at Radio City Music Hall.

Enjoy a few hours to explore the city your way before the evening experience begins. Visit an observation deck, browse the Christmas markets, go shopping, relax at the hotel or continue sightseeing. Your guide remains available to help you plan the afternoon and make recommendations.

Your luxury minivan picks you up directly from the hotel for one of the most spectacular Christmas experiences in New York. Travel through Brooklyn with your local guide to discover the world famous Dyker Heights Christmas Lights, where entire blocks are transformed with thousands of lights, enormous decorations and extraordinary holiday displays. There is no need to navigate public transportation or worry about logistics. Simply enjoy the experience from beginning to end.

Continue the evening in DUMBO at Time Out Market, where you can choose from a variety of dining options while enjoying one of Brooklyn’s most beautiful waterfront locations. Step outside after dinner for spectacular views of the Brooklyn Bridge and illuminated Manhattan skyline. It is one of those unmistakably New York moments that feels even more special during the holiday season.

After several days of planned experiences, today gives you the freedom to enjoy New York exactly how you want. Visit a museum, explore Central Park, shop along Fifth Avenue, discover Christmas markets, book an observation deck or simply enjoy a slower morning in the city. Your dedicated guide remains available to help with recommendations and planning.

Meet your guide at the hotel and board the luxury minivan for your final evening together. We leave a little earlier so you can discover the Chelsea Piers waterfront area before boarding, enjoy the Hudson River atmosphere and, if you wish, grab a bite before the cruise.

Finish your Thanksgiving getaway on the water with a festive Christmas cruise through New York Harbor. Enjoy Christmas carols, hot chocolate and spectacular nighttime views of the Manhattan skyline as you sail past some of the city’s most recognizable landmarks, including the Statue of Liberty. With the lights of Manhattan surrounding you and Christmas music filling the boat, it is a memorable finale to five extraordinary days in New York.

Enjoy your final included breakfast at the hotel before checking out and continuing your onward journey. Your Thanksgiving experience may be coming to an end, but you leave New York having experienced the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, the Rockettes, Dyker Heights, festive dining, the Manhattan skyline and the magic of Christmas in New York, all in one carefully curated getaway.