NORTH EAST ESCORTED TOUR
9 night escorted tour from £ 2595pp
SOLO TRAVELLER from £ 3349pp
Bretton Woods , White Mountains Nubble Lighthouse in Cape Neddick
COLOURS OF NEW ENGLAND
9 NIGHT ESCORTED COACH TOUR
Providence , Rhode Island
witness the spectacular autumn foliage • visit charming towns • travel with an expert tour guide
CANADA
Flume Gorge State Park
MAINE
DAY 1 Fly to Boston
On arrival make your way to your hotel to meet your tour escort and fellow travellers .
DAY 2 Boston / Portland
Along the route north of Boston lies some of the East Coast ’ s finest beaches and landscapes . First stop is at New England ’ s iconic Cape Neddick “ Nubble ” Lighthouse , the most photographed lighthouse in America . Continue to Kennebunkport , a charming small coastal town and home to palatial summer estates of prominent politicians . Continue to Portland , Maine ’ s largest city , and this evening you can join fellow travellers for an optional famous lobster dinner ( at extra cost ).
DAY 3 Portland / Bar Harbor
Journey to the “ Crown Jewel of the North Atlantic Coast ” - Acadian National Park . You ’ ll pass through quaint villages where local fishermen mark their grounds with colourful buoys prior to arriving in the small town of Bar Harbor , known for its stunning coastal beauty . Your afternoon is free to explore this quaint town at your leisure .
DAY 4 Bar Harbor / Bretton Woods
Travel inland towards the glorious White Mountains , the “ rooftop of New England ”. This journey takes you through the pristine and scenic woodlands along the Kancamagus Highway to Franconia Notch which is an eight mile pass between two mountain ranges . Prepare to be wowed by views of the Flume Gorge State Park , a natural gorge extending 800ft horizontally at the base of Mount Liberty .
DAY 5 White Mountains
The White Mountains of New Hampshire are a wonderful place to escape and explore . Experience towering peaks , stunning scenery unrivalled anywhere in the North East , spectacular waterfalls and tax-free shopping . Visit a Maple Farm and see how the famous 100 % pure Maple Syrup is made .
DAY 6 Bretton Woods / Newport
Journey south to the US ’ s smallest state , Rhode Island . Home to incredible coastal scenery and awe-inspiring architecture , Newport is considered by many as the Sailing Capital of the World . You may wish to explore Cliff Walk where between the Atlantic ’ s pounding surf 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 the lavish lifestyle .
DAY 7 Newport / Cape Cod
From the opulence of Newport continue to the unspoiled natural beauty of Cape Cod where picturesque beaches with high sand dunes , beautiful rocks , the never-ending sea lighthouses rising along the coast , and gorgeous sunsets await .
DAY 8 Cape Cod
At leisure to explore independently or relax . Your tour director will have numerous suggestions which may include , weather permitting , a ferry ride to Martha ’ s Vineyard ( at extra cost ), hailed as the jewel of New England . Or , experience the magic of Provincetown , an oasis on the Cape that sits on the edge of the continent , 60 miles out to sea and a truly small haven at the end of the world . Provincetown also offers a glimpse into the history and legacy of President John F Kennedy .
DAY 9 Cape Cod / Boston
Begin with a visit to Plymouth where English colonists first made a home in New England . See Plymouth Rock , where according to tradition , the passengers of the Mayflower first set foot in the “ New World ”. Returning to Boston , you ’ ll retrace the steps of the Freedom Trail , which may include a stroll beside Boston Common , King ’ s Chapel and numerous taverns where America ’ s Founding Fathers toasted freedom . Afterwards , taking time for lunch and perhaps explore Quincy Market .
DAY 10 Boston
Time at leisure before you make your own way to the airport . Or , maybe extend your stay in Boston ?
MASSACHUSETTS
Bretton Woods VERMONT
NEW HAMPSHIRE
USA
Newport
Portland
Bar Harbor
Boston Cape Cod
RHODE ISLAND
Boston 1 night | Portland 1 night | Bar Harbor 1 night Bretton Woods 2 nights | Newport 1 night Cape Cod 2 nights | Boston 1 night
State House , Boston
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Departures : Tour departs on specific dates Sep-Oct . Please ask for details .
Accommodation : In 3H hotels . Meals : Room only .
Tour price : The price shown for this American Tours International escorted tour includes international flights to and from Boston , touring by coach , services of a tour guide , sightseeing as outlined and 9 nights accommodation .
18 NORTH EAST visit your local travel agent or call 08444 937 666