Upstate NY tours from Carpe Diem Travel
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Tour of Rochester

Enjoy a guided tour of the city of Rochester. Learn about the city’s past and present as well as some of the colorful characters that brought it fame, such as: Sam Patch, Susan B. Anthony, Frederick Douglas and George Eastman. Hear about why Highland Park has become famous for its Lilac Festival featuring over 500 varieties of lilacs. Check out the Corn Hill Riverfront District and the High Falls Historic area, complete with a 96 foot tall waterfall.

Tours begin at $26 per person based on 20 paid participants.

This tour would be most enjoyable during the Spring, Summer and Fall months however tours during the winter can be accommodated.

We can add items to create a complete personalized itinerary. Some suggestions would be:
  • George Eastman House
  • Susan B. Anthony House
  • Charlotte/ Port of Rochester
  • Cruises on Historic Erie Canal
  • Craft Antique Co-op
  • Memorial Art Gallery
  • Seneca Park Zoo
  • Strong Museum of Play
  • Genesee Country Village and Museum
  • Rochester Museum and Science Center


Rochester Harbor and Carousel Festival – June 25-26

Add a visit to the Rochester Harbor and Carousel Festival to you tour. The event at Ontario Beach Park celebrates Rochester's Harbor and Port area. It includes arts and crafts vendors, a huge food tent with a jazz stage, and music on the main park stage all weekend. Fireworks, a boat parade of lights, Lake Ontario Wine Festival and tasting, lighthouse tours, add to the entertainment. And don't overlook the beautiful and historic Dentzel Menagerie Carousel, installed in 1905 and featuring 52 hand-carved animals including horses, mules, ostriches, and a tiger, as well as two chariots. Contact us for details.

For more information on any of our tours, contact Helen Gormont our Tour Receptive Specialist at 585-295-9393 option 4 or by email at travel@carpediemrochester.com.


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Carpe Diem Travel specializes in customizing convention tours based on the interest, age and budget of the group. This is a sample of the kind of tours that can be provided. All tours include deluxe motorcoach transportation, driver gratuity and a Carpe Diem escort. Transportation vehicle sizes can range from 20 to 55 seats to fit all your needs.




Small Group Tours to Niagara Falls


Niagara Falls Tours

For generations, the majestic beauty and humbling power of Niagara Falls has fostered a sense of awe and wonder. We have always arranged motorcoach tours for groups of 30 or more to experience the spectacular views and fun-filled activities of Niagara Falls. Sometimes just a few folks want to do the same thing. Now we can also arrange for a small group of 1 – 3 people to experience the rushing torrents and spectacular scenery of the American Falls or the Canadian Falls. Private roundtrip transportation from Rochester can be included. Call for details.

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Wine and Dine

Enjoy a tasting of 5 world class quality wines while you delight in the magnificent architectural beauty of Casa Larga Winery. Dine at the one-of-a-kind Crescent Beach Restaurant on the shores of Lake Ontario. You’ll enjoy breathtaking views from the dining room as well as the grounds, while you delight in a dinner sure to please.

Prices start at $55 per person based on 40 paid participants.
This tour can be enjoyed year round!

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Joins us for one of our decadent finger lakes wine tours

Finger Lakes Wine Tour

Immerse yourself in the beautiful Finger Lakes Wine Country! Savor wine tasting at three select wineries along Seneca Lake while enjoying views reminiscent of the finest growing regions of Europe. Delight in lunch overlooking a winery vineyard.

Prices start at $68 per person based on 40 paid participants. Guests must be 21 years of age.

This tour would be most enjoyable during the Spring, Summer and Fall months, however tours during the winter can be accommodated.


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