Plan Harmony

Stop At: Noglu, 1260 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10128, USA

Noglu, 100% gluten free patisserie. Here you will meet your tour guide and you will be offered coffee or tea and a savory food. Depending on what food is available on the day your choices will be a gluten free Croissant, Scone, Vegan Cake, Chocolate Eclair, Muffin, Brownie or a Cream puff with a tea or coffee.

Duration: 25 minutes

Stop At: Alice in Wonderland Statue, 76th Street and 5th Avenue near Conservatory Lake, New York City, NY 10021

We make our way to Conservatory Water or better know as Central Park Model Boat Pond. We will pass Hans Christian Anderson bronze portrayal, reading from The Ugly Duckling with its main character at its feet. As we known it was in fact a swan and we will also pass by the famous Alice In Wonderland Tea Party held by the Mad Hatter sculpture. Donated in 1959 by George Delacorte in memory of his wife who often read Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland to their children. This sculpture has many little visitors daily; it is a must see. Delacorte also donated the musical clock in the Central Park Zoo.

Duration: 15 minutes

Pass By: Loeb Boathouse, Park Drive North, E 72nd St, New York, NY 10021, USA

As we make our way to Bethesda Terrace we pass by the historic Loeb Boathouse. This is the lake's launch point for rowboats.
Calvert Vaux, Central Park's designer incorporated Victorian touches.

Stop At: Bethesda Fountain, Midpark at 72nd St. Transverse Central Park, New York City, NY

Bethesda Terrace, the most recognized area of Central Park. We can take in the Minton tile ceiling which opens up to the Bethesda Fountain. The Angel of Waters sculpture stands 26 feet high, created by Emma Stebbins, one of the first public art commissioned from a woman. It marks the 1842 Croton Aqueduct that brought fresh water from Westchester County into NYC. This was very important in ending the Cholera Epidemic. The Lily in her hand represents purity and the four figures at the base signify peace, health, purity and temperance. The Angel is modeled after stage actress Charlotte Cushman. We also stop by the Central Park lake and admire the turtles who have made this lake their home.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Strawberry Fields, John Lennon Memorial, W. Park Dr. and W. 72nd St., New York City, NY 10023

Strawberry Fields was created to memorialize the Beatles songwriter and legend John Lennon whose life was sadly taken on the 8th of December 1980 from gunshot wounds from Mark David Chapman as he walked through the archway of his building. He was only 40 years old and had become a notable Peace Activist. His ashes are scattered here in Central Park so for many Beatles fans this is sacred ground. The "Image" mosaic feature was gifted by the city of Naples, Italy. Take a moment to enjoy this peaceful memorial amongst the American Elm trees.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Central Park, Central Park, New York City, New York

As we make our way out of Strawberry Fields we will pass the Cherry Hill Fountain. This fountain was originally created as a drinking fountain for horses. Today many birds take advantage of the flowing water and use it as their own bird bath, they also drink from one of the six cups on the fountain's main stem. Also a popular photo destination.

Duration: 7 minutes

Stop At: Bow Bridge, 74th Street West of Bethesda Terrace, Connecting Cherry Hill and The Ramble, New York City, NY

We will navigate our way over The Bow Bridge; this iconic bridge in Central Park has been the location of many marriage proposals and you may be already be familiar with its fame as it is also one of the most photographed bridges in Central Park. Also appearing in many movies.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Belvedere Castle, 79th Street Mid Central Park, New York City, NY 10021

Belvedere Castle built on Vista Rock sitting 130 feet high, it is the second highest point in Central Park. In present day the main tower is our source of wind speed for weather reporting and just south of the castle the current weather station, an automated surface observing system (ASOS) is located. This is where New York collects meteorological data from this beautiful point so make sure to check the weather report on your visit. At the base of Belvedere Castle lies Turtle Pond, named for its inhabitants.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Shakespeare Garden, W. Park Dr. and 79th St. Transverse, New York City, NY 10024

Shakespeare Garden is a beautiful four-acre space, planted with trees and flowers that were mentioned in William Shakespeares plays and poems. We make our way out of Central Park admiring the Swedish cottage, now home to Marionette Theatre, sadly still closed due to covid but it has delighted children since 1947.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: 474 Columbus Ave, New York, NY 10024, USA

We end our tour outside Modern Bread and Bagel and Thyme and Tonic. Cost of food for these locations is not included in the tour. Both options are 100% gluten free.

Duration: 10 minutes

Sample Menu

• Bagel - Choice of Plain, Everything Bagel, Sesame or Cinnamon Raisin Bagel. - Choice of Plain, Tofu, Chive, Veggie or Apple Cinnamon Cream Cheese spread. Your tour guide will give offer you over 10 choices for Coffee or Tea.
• Cheese Bread Sandwich. - Cheese Bread Sandwich with a choice of Slow Cooked Meat, Chicken or Smoked Salmon with Soda or Water
• Gluten Free Cupcake, Muffin or Scone. - Dessert, we end our day with a gluten free cupcake, muffin or scone.

• Breakfast - Light Breakfast : We start the tour with a gluten free patisserie and beverage from the Noglu menu.
• Food options may subject to change due to availability.

• Gratuities

• Not wheelchair accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Near public transportation
• Not recommended for travelers with back problems
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
• Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
• Guides required to regularly wash hands
• Regular temperature checks for staff
• Due to Covid 19 some facilities or services may not be available. Depending on your state or country you may be required to quarantine. It is the travelers responsibility to check local guidelines and restrictions. In some areas of Manhattan it may not be possible to socially distance at all times.
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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