Day 1: Western PA

Board the coach and travel east with fellow bird enthusiasts. Don't be surprised if you see more than usual with the help of our eagle-eye naturalist aboard! Over night in western PA. D

Day 2: Cape May

We continue across Pennsylvania, pick up our travelers flying into Philadelphia, then drive to Cape May for a two-night stay. This evening an optional birding activity will be offered (no additional cost). B (for motorcoach travelers only), D

Day 3: Birding

Our naturalists have birding activities planned for early morning, afternoon and evening but you will also have the option of exploring the charming town on Cape May and of course there will be time to walk the beach. B, D

Day 4: Hawk Mountain

One last early morning birding activity for those interested before departing for Hawk Mountain. En route we will stop at Philadelphia’s revitalized Independence Mall to visit The National Constitution Center, opened on July 4, 2003 and filled with interactive and multimedia exhibits, sculpture and artifacts that will give you a deeper appreciation of our country’s Constitution and your personal and political freedoms. There will be some time to browse other sites on the Mall before continuing to Hamburg, PA near Hawk Mountain for a two-night stay. B, D

Day 5: Birding

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary is along the Appalachian Flyway and a typical count during fall migration is 20,000 hawks, eagles and falcons. Enjoy a pleasant mountain hike (there are benches and it is not too strenuous) and a day filled with birding activities. B, D

Day 6: Columbus, OH

While part of our group returns to Philadelphia to catch their flight home, the rest of the group will shop and lunch in Reading Outlet Mall, "America’s First Outlet", before heading homeward. Overnight in Columbus, Ohio. B, D (motorcoach travelers only)

Day 7: Return home

Another great birding trip comes to an end! B