Day 1: Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Boston, Massachusetts - Tour Begins
Welcome to the beginning of your journey through New England’s charming and vibrant northern states. Your vacation begins with a stay in historic downtown Boston.
Day 2: Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Boston
Start your day with a sightseeing tour that features the Old South Meeting House, the Public Gardens, the Old North Church, Beacon Hill and the U.S.S. Constitution. Later, stop at the famed Faneuil Hall marketplace, bustling with various street performers and colorful kiosks featuring the handiwork of New England artisans. Before dinner, whisk to the top of the Skywalk Observatory where you’ll behold breathtaking 360-degree panoramic views of the Greater Boston area and beyond. Tonight, the atmosphere becomes very “Ye Olde New England” when you enjoy a welcome dinner at America’s oldest Oyster House, located on the historic Freedom Trail. Today breakfast and dinner will be included.
Day 3: Thursday, October 1, 2009
Boston - Freeport, Maine - Bar Harbor
Departing Boston, set out on the road that leads to Maine, known for its rockbound coast and soaring granite cliffs. Along the way, stop in Freeport where you’ll visit the world-famous L.L. Bean. Continue up the coast to Bar Harbor, stopping en route at The Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory, one of only three such bridge observatories in the world. Take a high-speed elevator 420 feet to the top of the tower for unforgettable views of Maine’s coast. Spend the next two nights in Bar Harbor, a charming village on Maine’s largest island, Mount Desert. Today breakfast will be included.
Day 4: Friday, October 2, 2009
Bar Harbor
This morning, a guided tour through the Abbe Museum showcases Maine’s Native American heritage through intriguing collections and exhibitions. During an afternoon at leisure, take a stroll down the main street of Bar Harbor, perhaps stopping at one of its many galleries or boutiques. Later, set sail for a bay cruise where you will see the Atlantic Ocean’s wildlife through the lens of an underwater video camera. Enjoy a tour of Bar Harbor’s most unique micro-brewery, including a tasting of their award-winning ale and soda before tying on your plastic bibs and preparing for an authentic Downeast Maine Clambake featuring delicious lobster and all the fixings! Today breakfast and dinner will be included.
Day 5: Saturday, October 3, 2009
Bar Harbor - North Conway, New Hampshire
Today you are New Hampshire-bound! En route, enjoy a stop at Pineland Farm, a working farm set upon 5,000 acres of rolling hills. A tour of the farm, creamery and equestrian center provides insight into the natural history, agriculture and livestock of this wonderful region, and also the opportunity to roll up your sleeves and participate in the craft and ecology of the farm. Next, take in the lovely New England countryside that leads you to North Conway, New Hampshire, where you can spend leisure time strolling through the quaint village or visiting its many outlet stores. Today breakfast will be included.
Day 6: Sunday, October 4, 2009
North Conway - Woodstock, Vermont - Stratton
A full day of scenic splendor is yours to behold as you travel from the picturesque White Mountains of New Hampshire to the “Green Mountain State” – Vermont. Traditional white steeple churches, quaint villages and tree-covered mountainsides dot the charming landscape of your journey. In Woodstock, a covered bridge in the town center, along with the beautifully restored Georgian houses that surround the town green, adds credence to its reputation as “the quintessential New England village. Visit the impressive 165 foot deep, mile-long Quechee Gorge, carved by a glacier; and stop at the Simon Pearce glass-blowing shop inside an old mill by the bank of a waterfall. Perhaps you will catch artisans at work on their newest creations. Continue traveling through southern Vermont and into the ski town of Stratton - your home for the next two nights. Today breakfast will be included.
Day 7: Monday, October 5, 2009
Stratton - Bennington - Stratton
Today, your exploration of Bennington begins when you venture down “The Road Not Taken” to the gravesite of famed American poet, Robert Frost. Behold the Old First Church as well as the historic Bennington Battle Monument, a 306-foot stone obelisk honoring the famous Revolutionary War battle. Next, visit Bennington Museum’s rich collection of Americana. Devotees of folk art will want to see the largest public collection of works by Grandma Moses, who lived and painted in the area. Traveling north to Manchester, you will stop in New England’s first Chocolatorium where you will learn about the history and production of chocolate followed by a tasting. Next, you will visit Hildene, the stunning summer home of Abraham Lincoln’s eldest son, Robert, whose historic home, gardens, trails, woods and farm are set on over 412 acres of picturesque Vermont landscape. Tonight, regale in the camaraderie of your fellow travelers during a farewell dinner. Today breakfast and dinner will be included.
Day 8: Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Stratton - Boston, MA - Tour Ends
Today, return to Boston where you will depart for home. From quiet back roads to timeless towns, your exploration of New England’s northern states, will leave a lasting imprint. Today breakfast will be included.
| September 29 - October 6, 2009
Highlights...
Boston • Bar Harbor • Abbe Museum Pineland Farm • North Conway Quechee Gorge • Bennington Battle Monument & Museum
Lincoln Family Home
8 Days • 10 Meals:
7 Breakfasts • 3 Dinners
Per Person Rates*
Double $2,599
Single $3,649 • Triple $2,569 |
