Spend three nights in Buffalo. Buffalo is a very eclectic city with much to offer the visitor – for art lovers the Albright Knox Art Gallery has one of the most outstanding modern and contemporary collections in the world. Whilst in contemporary mode, the Frank Lloyd Wright Darwin Martin House is an absolute must – the genius of Frank Lloyd Wright is displayed nowhere better than in this beautiful home and finally tour the Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural and National Historic Site where you can experience Theodore Roosevelt’s unusual 1901 inauguration. With a combination of historically restored rooms and interactive exhibits, you’ll feel as if you are part of the events of that fateful September, while gaining a new perspective on the issues Roosevelt faced during his presidency.

A trip to this part of New York state would not be complete without a visit to Niagara Falls where 3,160 tons of water roar over the precipice every second. The Maid of the Mist boat tour is not to be missed for beautiful views of the Falls. The Cave of the Winds Tour takes visitors face-to-face with the Bridal Veil Falls to

experience its crushing might. While the Whirlpool Jet Boat tour is a high-speed adrenaline-fuelled trip upriver into the Niagara Gorge, through the Devil’s Hole Rapids and right to the edge of the whirlpool.

Drive to the vine steeped slopes of the Finger Lakes and enjoy two days touring, wine tasting, hiking, canoeing, kayaking and swimming in the lakes. Visit the small towns with the clapboard cottages, delightful restaurants and old fashioned ice cream parlours. Stay for two nights at Geneva on the Lake.

Visit the Farmers’ Museum, perhaps one of the few remaining places in America where you can truly “step back in time.” Fenimore Art Museum is one of the nations premier art institutions, showcasing a diverse display of genres ranging from 20th century American art, to traditional American Indian art. Don’t miss Brewery Ommegang, one of America’s most innovative craft breweries, sample Belgian-style brews at this beautiful farmstead brewery or head to Fly Creek Cider Mill & Orchard and taste your way through over 40 speciality food products. Stay for two nights in Cooperstown.

Driving through the Catskills provides wonderful photo opportunities – beautiful mountain scenery, wildlife, bright blue waters and country farms. Enjoy numerous outdoor activities – some of the world’s best fly fishing, canoeing, kayaking and hiking or just relax in the fresh air. Stay for three nights in Beaverkill.

Stay for 3 nights in New York City.