Watkins Glen State Park is the most famous of the Finger Lakes State Parks, with a reputation for leaving visitors spellbound," boasts the State Parks web site, and it is easy to see why people love this beautiful landscape. (If closed in winter, we'll visit Corning Glass Center instead).

This city bears both glory and desolation, being the start of the Erie Canal and the source of waterfall waters. Let us climb to the observation tower to experience the grandeur of the Great Lakes, and listen carefully to the rise and fall of this city.

Finger Lake (Seneca Lake) (Passing By) Seneca Lake is the largest glacier lake in the Finger Lakes area. Finger Lakes are a group of 11 long, narrow, roughly north and south lakes in an area informally called the Finger Lakes region in Central New York.

As we reach Niagara Falls, fulfilling the long-awaited visit to the Cave of the Winds wooden walkway (closed after October 20th). With nightfall, join us for a nighttime excursion to Goat Island, where amidst the misty colorful lights, lies a fairy-tale waterfall exclusive to the night. Finally, follow the evening breeze to ascend Luna Island. Enjoy Niagara Falls Illumination and summer limited fireworks.

In the morning, head to admire the Whirlpool Park landscape, overlooking the whirlpool and canyon to feel the awe-inspiring power of nature. Following downstream along the Niagara Gorge, the not-to-be-missed experience is the Niagara Hot Air Balloon Adventure at dawn. Next is a close encounter with the falls, the eagerly anticipated Maid of the Mist boat tour.