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Escorted Tours > New England USA

Colors of New England

Escorted Tour, Standard/Superior
Duration: 10 Days / 9 Nights
Start/Finish: Boston / Boston

20 Sep 2024 - 18 Oct 2024



  • 2 complimentary breakfasts* 
  • Capture New England’s coastline and perhaps Instagram one of America’s most photographed lighthouses 
  • Drive through Kennebunkport, a Summer retreat for American political elites 
  • Experience the natural wonders of Acadia National Park 
  • Witness the fall foliage change colors as your drive through Vermont’s White Mountains 
  • Relive the splendor and opulence of America’s Gilded Age with a Mansion tour in Newport 
  • Go back to the beginning of the American colonies with a photo opportunity at Plymouth Rock, the landing spot of the Mayflower 
  • Retrace the start of the American Revolution by experiencing Boston’s historic Freedom Trail 
  • Visit Flume Gorge State Park 
  • Experience a visit to a local Maple Farm  


BOSTON - ARRIVAL 

Day 1: Welcome to Boston, the Cradle of American Liberty. Upon arrival at Logan International Airport, transfer via the airport shuttle to your hotel where you will meet your ATI Tour Director.


BOSTON - CAPE NEDDICK LIGHTHOUSE - KENNEBUNKPORT - PORTLAND 

Day 2: Along the route north of Boston lie centuries of history as well as some of the East Coast’s finest beaches and seascapes. After passing through Portsmouth, the oldest community in New Hampshire known for its thriving fishing community and historic buildings, you will stop at New England’s most iconic light that sits on the summit of Cape Neddick, a small off-shore rocky island. The Cape Neddick Lighthouse (also called ‘the Nubble”) is considered the most photographed lighthouse in America. Your next stop will be Kennebunkport. Kennebunkport is a small, charming coastal town and home to the palatial summer estates of prominent politicians, including the 41st U.S. President, George H.W. Bush. You will experience firsthand why it was voted ‘the place to be all year’. From Kennebunkport, it’s on to Portland, Maine’s largest city. You will enjoy the beauty of this coastal region, including lighthouses and local lobster fishermen. Afterward, you are free to explore Portland, stroll the cobblestone streets of Portland’s famous Old Port waterfront, and perhaps you may wish to enjoy the famous Maine lobster roll! 


PORTLAND - ACADIA NATIONAL PARK - BAR HARBOR  

Day 3: Journey to the North today to the “Crown Jewel of the North Atlantic Coast”: Acadia National Park. Situated on the coast of Maine and home to stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife, Acadia National Park is beautiful year-round and gorgeous in every season. You’ll pass through quaint villages where local fishermen mark their grounds with colorful buoys prior to arriving in the small town of Bar Harbor. Known for its stunning coastal beauty, Bar Harbor has a world-renowned ambiance that blends the seashore community, Downeast character, and fresh Maine Lobsters. Your afternoon is free to explore the quaint village of Bar Harbor on your own. Galleries and boutiques line the village of Bar Harbor. 


BAR HARBOR - KANCAMAGUS HWY - FLUME GORGE STATE PARK - BRETTON WOODS (WHITE MOUNTAINS) 

Day 4: Travel inland and head for the White Mountains, the ‘rooftop of New England”. This journey will take you through the pristine and scenic woodlands along the Kancamagus Highway to Franconia Notch, which is an eight-mile pass between two mountain ranges, both known for their renowned foliage areas and natural landscapes. Be prepared for a miraculous view of the natural wonder in Franconia Notch State Park, the Flume Gorge State Park. Be prepared for a miraculous view, which is the natural wonder of Franconia Notch.


WHITE MOUNTAINS 

Day 5: The White Mountains of New Hampshire are a wonderful place to escape, explore, and create unforgettable memories. This morning, head to the Flume Gorge, part of Franconia Notch State Park, a natural gorge extending 800 feet horizontally at the base of Mount Liberty in Franconia Notch State Park, New Hampshire. Experience towering peaks, stunning scenery unrivaled anywhere in the Northeast, spectacular waterfalls, and tax-free shopping. Enjoy a visit to a local maple farm and watch how the famous 100% pure maple syrup is being made. Tradition pairs with the latest advancements in technology to produce the finest maple syrup and products from the healthiest trees. 


BRETTON WOODS (WHITE MOUNTAINS) - NEWPORT 

Day 6: Today we journey south and experience many miles of forest scenery before leaving New Hampshire. We then enter Rhode Island, the ‘Ocean State, home to spectacular coastal scenery and awe-inspiring architecture. We then arrive at our destination for today: Newport, which is considered by many to be the Sailing Capital of the World. Here, you may wish to explore Newport’s natural beauty along its Cliff Walk. Here, between the pounding surf of the Atlantic Ocean and sprawling lawns, sit the famed Gilded Age mansions that once were the summer playgrounds for socialite families such as the Astor’s and Vanderbilt’s. Visit one of these opulent mansions for a glimpse into their lavish lifestyle.


NEWPORT - CAPE COD 

Day 7: From the opulence of Newport, you’ll continue onward today to the natural beauty of Cape Cod, where beaches with high sand dunes, beautiful rocks, and the never-ending sea await. Beachcombing on Cape Cod is a wonderful pastime. While there are plenty of shells to discover, there are also many unique sea stones to be found on the shores of Cape Cod. 


CAPE COD 

Day 8: Today is your day to explore or rest in the beauty of Cape Cod. Your Tour Director will have plenty of suggestions, which may include, weather permitting, a ferry ride to Martha’s Vineyard (optional; fee applies), which is known for its proud history and unique character, or perhaps a journey to experience the magic of Provincetown, an oasis on the Cape that sits on the edge of the continent, 60 miles out of the sea, and is truly a small haven at the end of the world, with the most beautiful beaches of New England. Provincetown also offers a glimpse of the history and legacy of the 35th president John F. Kennedy. 


CAPE COD - PLYMOUTH - BOSTON 

Day 9: Today you will have the opportunity to visit Plymouth, the town where English colonists first made a home in New England. Discover Plymouth Rock, which was the landing place of the Pilgrims, and the famous Mayflower (onboard admission not included), the ship that carried the Pilgrims from England to Plymouth before heading to Boston. Here you may retrace portions of the Freedom Trail, which could include such experiences as a stroll beside Boston Common, King’s Chapel, the Boston Massacre site, and numerous pubs and taverns where America’s Founding Fathers toasted freedom! Perhaps you will wish to try a local cup of clam chowder (“chowdah”) while there. Explore Quincy Market, Boston’s first marketplace from the 1800s, now home to boutiques, cafes, and shops.


BOSTON - DEPARTURE 

Day 10: Transfer Independently to the Airport for your return flight.


NEW YORK CITY EXTENSION 

BOSTON - NEW YORK CITY 

Day 10: Today you’ll board Amtrak for the short but scenic rail journey into Manhattan. Upon arrival, transfer independently to your hotel. The remainder of the day will be at your leisure. 


NEW YORK CITY 

Day 11: From the United Nations to Times Square, Harlem to Battery Park, Chinatown to Museum Mile, and the Empire State Building to the World Trade Center Site, a hop-on, hop-off double-decker The All Loops Tour will provide a terrific introduction to the city. Should assistance be required, an ATI Tour Director will be available throughout the day. 


NEW YORK CITY - DEPARTURE 

Day 12: Transfer independently to the airport for your departure flight.



Inclusions


  • Information kit
  • Services of a Tour Director throughout (excluding Hawaii if applicable)
  • Deluxe air-conditioned motorcoach
  • Porterage of one piece of luggage per person begins the first morning the coach departs (excluding Hawaii, if applicable)
  • Accommodation, sightseeing, and Excursions as specified in the itinerary
  • All State and Local taxes
Exclusions


  • Long-haul International flights
  • Meals, admissions, and/or optional tours are not included in the itinerary unless mentioned otherwise
  • Transportation upon arrival to or from the airport (available at an additional cost)
  • Gratuities to the driver and guide are at the travelers’ discretion.
  • Items of a personal nature, i.e. telephone calls, laundry, liquor, etc
  • Use of hotel rooms before or after normal check-in and check-out times and resort fees, if applicable
  • No refunds for unused services or hotel nights
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