Enjoy your tour! New York was a bad place to be 30 years ago. The past mayor (Guillani) really helped to get things cleaned up-and I think for the most part it has stayed that way. New Haven, CT is by far, way worse than New York. Boston Post Road is a busy road. Personally, I would find it too busy. It's not a country road, and therefore not tranquil or peaceful, relaxing. City touring is too much like commuting to me-so I try to stay away from that experience as much as possible. I would just mail your box with the U. S. postal service, or even FedEx. Tracking numbers and good experiences always for me. Travel safe.