The windswept New England coastline serves as the picture-perfect backdrop for your memorable encounter with a pilgrimage past.
The windswept New England coastline serves as the picture-perfect backdrop for your memorable encounter with a pilgrimage past, sophisticated summer retreats and fresh seafood flavours.
The Cradle of Liberty is your gateway to an Atlantic adventure filled with quiet harbour towns, lighthouses and windswept coastlines. After check-in, enjoy free time to explore Boston, before joining your Travel Director and travel companions for a Welcome Reception this evening.
Connect with the living history of Boston this morning, joining a Local Specialist for a leisurely walk along the city's redbrick Freedom Trail. Next, brush shoulders with the intellectuals of MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) touring the prestigious campus with a current student to gain insights into college life.
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Boston Harbor Cruise
We’ll regale you with hero tales of the Revolutionary War and local legends of the sea on this fully narrated 90-minute tour through Boston's inner and outer harbors. Learn how the harbor was transformed into one of the cleanest waterways in the country. Other highlights include the nation's oldest continuously manned lighthouse, the Harbor Islands National Park, Boston's working port and examples of extravagant waterfront living. Approx. duration: 1.5 hours
Adult Price: $35.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 3
Boston – Martha's Vineyard
A scenic ferry ride takes us "on island" to the summer retreat of the rich and famous, Martha's Vineyard. Join your Travel Director for a guided sightseeing tour of the island - its brightly painted cottages, colourful farmers' markets and quiet beaches, then indulge in a Regional Dinner at a local restaurant.
Trip Summary Accomodation IconHotel - Kelley House Hotel
The bright blooms of lovely gardens beckon as we stroll through the Heritage Museum & Gardens of Sandwich, Cape Cod's oldest town. Later, 'Connect with Locals', joining the owners of a local taphouse for a private 'Be My Guest' lunch. Savour tasty seafood flavours while you gain a deeper understanding of the thriving craft beer scene on Cape Cod.
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Day 5
Cape Cod Sightseeing
Visit the popular fishing port of Provincetown before embarking on a one-hour 4WD tour the sand dunes along the Cape Code National Sea Shore. Your sandy journey will take you past wispy beach grass and dune shacks where famous artists and writers were once inspired to create their art. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Perhaps take an optional whale watching cruise this afternoon or sample the local dishes of clam chowder or Portuguese kale soup for which the Cod area is so renowned.
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Day 6
Cape Cod – Newport (2 Nights)
Get your fill of cranberries as you explore the largest agricultural cooperative of cranberry growers in the world. Visit area cranberry bogs, some dating back to the 1800's. Explore the region's whaling heritage and its connection to the local community next, joining a Local Specialist for an insightful visit to the New Bedford Whaling Museum. Spend the rest of the evening on your own, admiring the city's beautiful colonial-era architecture and sophisticated style.
This morning, you'll enjoy your choice sightseeing with a visit to one of Newport's renowned landmarks-The Vanderbilt's Breakers Mansion, a "summer cottage" called The Elms Mansion or the International Tennis Hall of Fame, which pays tribute to the players and contributors to this sport. This afternoon, perhaps join an optional sail around Newport Harbor. Our journey through the gateway of the New World almost at its end, we join our fellow travellers for a Farewell Dinner.
Meet the newest member of our fleet, Eleanor. Just launched in Albany in May 2016, she’s a custom designed Scarano 48’ sloop that can accommodate up to 24 guests in her roomy cockpit with wrap around seating. Sit back, relax and enjoy the beautiful coastal scenery while our experienced captain and knowledgeable crew fill you with the lore of yesteryear while sailing on the bay. Approx. duration 1.5 hours.
Adult Price: $35.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 8
Newport – Depart Boston
Dive into Culture and tread in the footsteps of pilgrims and patriots, delving into the living history of Plimoth Plantation where you will gain insights into what life was like in the original 17th-century British settlement of Plymouth Colony. Continue to Boston where your transfer will take you to Boston Logan International Airport or consider extending your stay.
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast
All optional experiences for this trip
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Available on day 2
Boston Harbor Cruise
We’ll regale you with hero tales of the Revolutionary War and local legends of the sea on this fully narrated 90-minute tour through Boston's inner and outer harbors. Learn how the harbor was transformed into one of the cleanest waterways in the country. Other highlights include the nation's oldest continuously manned lighthouse, the Harbor Islands National Park, Boston's working port and examples of extravagant waterfront living. Approx. duration: 1.5 hours
Adult Price: $35.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 7
The Sloop Eleanor
Meet the newest member of our fleet, Eleanor. Just launched in Albany in May 2016, she’s a custom designed Scarano 48’ sloop that can accommodate up to 24 guests in her roomy cockpit with wrap around seating. Sit back, relax and enjoy the beautiful coastal scenery while our experienced captain and knowledgeable crew fill you with the lore of yesteryear while sailing on the bay. Approx. duration 1.5 hours.
Adult Price: $35.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
All Optional Experiences
The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Daily breakfast and an average of 50% of evening meals
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Luxury air-conditioned coach with WiFi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
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Cherry-picked hotels all tried and trusted
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Handcrafted Highlights
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Optional Experiences and free time
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All porterage and local charges included
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Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
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An expert Travel Director and separate Driver
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All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
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Airport transfers on the first and last day of your guided holiday
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VIP entry to many sights
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Enough excursions organised with the possibility of buying additional trips if they were to my liking.
Would have given 5* if it wasn't for the fact that the return time to the airport was changed and I'd already booked an onward flight meaning I had to cancel and rebook an additional flight.
Like the itinerary which is why we chose this tour. Tour dates were after the season, which I get, less crowded but also a lot of the shops had closed for the season. Also there were times when we had too much free time but there was nothing to do as things had closed for the season. Other areas where we were rushed and didn't get to see everything we wanted to. Guess that is why our tour director said this was just a small picture of what there is to see and do in this area. Unfortunately I don't see me getting back to see more of the area.
Since this was my first trip like this I was unsure of what to expect. Overall experience was good for me. Was able to see areas that I had always wanted to see with someone else driving (not your spouse). Travel Director and driver were both very nice but sometimes (not for sure why) we were late to our next stop. Sometimes this took away from time to explore areas. As for the hotels, all hotels were very nice except for the Hyannis Hotel, which is in need of a redo. Restaurants that were "be our guest" were nice but waaaaay too much food,
Well planned trip with plenty of sightseeing opportunities as well as some free time. The sponsored meals and extras were very good. The hotels were nice, clean and quite. We came back home relaxed, refreshed and SO glad we took this trip.
Most hotels were excellent. Hyannis Harbor Hotel was a little "tired" looking and had a mix-up with Breakfast and no Management was in place to make instant corrections.
SChedule was more "fluid" than I expected. Schedules would change on an hourly basis. Some experiences were cut short, due to delays or communication with tours and Lo0cal Specialists.
Great experience in apart of the country I had not visited before.
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The itinerary was amazing. To see the northeast area, its coastline, historic areas, and the opportunity to sample some great seafood was truly a Delight.
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