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As autumn arrives, admire fiery foliage flames on your New England fall tour from Beantown to the rocky headlands of Maine. Scenic drives along Kancamagus Highway, pausing for insights from flora and fauna specialists are the best way to experience this beautiful corner of the US.
As autumn arrives, admire fiery foliage flames on your New England fall tour from Beantown to the rocky headlands of Maine. Scenic drives along Kancamagus Highway, pausing for insights from flora and fauna specialists are the best way to experience this beautiful corner of the US.
Welcome to Boston, the Cradle of Liberty and once home to such famous sons as Samuel Adams, Paul Revere and Benjamin Franklin. Amble up and down the City on the Hill on your terms and immerse yourself in its revolutionary history or enjoy a stroll along the waterfront. This evening, we’ll meet our Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception to kick-start our color-filled journey through New England landscapes.
Trip Summary Accomodation IconHotel - Boston Park Plaza
March to independence, exploring Boston's historic sites. We’ll spend the morning with our Dive Into Culture, weaving along the Freedom Trail which reveals the rich history of the American Revolution. Stop at Lexington and Concord, the site where "the shot heard round the world" was fired. In the afternoon we make our way to New England.
Trip Summary Accomodation IconHotel - Hampton Inn & Suites Manchester
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast
Day 3
Uncover The Craftmanship Of Vermont
Today we will experience the best Yankee ingenuity has to offer with a visit to the Vermont Country Store opened In 1946 by Vrest and Ellen Orton in the quaint village of Weston, Vermont. Get a taste of all that Burlington has to offer both in the form of nature and delectable East Coast cuisine. Dine on favourites and Connect With Locals in a special Be My Guest experience and take in the serene surroundings that look out of a postcard.
Trip Summary Accomodation IconHotel - Doubletree Burlington by Hilton
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast, Be My Guest
Day 4
Discover Charming Stowe and Northern Vermont
Today you are in for a treat as we make our first stop at Lake Champlain Chocolates for local artisan ice-ream and chocolate. We then head to Stowe, Vermont, a popular winter ski destination, this charming New England town comes to life with the quintessential red and orange hues during the Fall months. Explore the town and enjoy lunch before heading to North Conway for an experience with The Raven Wildlife Program, where a Local Specialist will give fascinating insight into the local ecology, wildlife, and even the science behind the famous colours of the fall foliage found here.
Trip Summary Accomodation IconHotel - Red Jacket Mountain View Resort
Journey along "The Kanc", an American Scenic Byway that cuts through the White Mountain National Forest, admiring the glowing fall colors. Then this afternoon guests have the option to enjoy free time exploring shops and restaurants of North Conway or join a led hike to Diana's Baths - a series of small waterfalls located in the southeastern corner of the town of Bartlett, New Hampshire, near the village of North Conway in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, United States.
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Day 6
Savour The Flavours Of Bar Harbor
We continue through the lush pine forests, highlands and river valleys that define the rugged Maine landscape. Descending "Downeast", the looming Atlantic swells of Bar Harbor on Mount Desert Island are our final destination for the day. Join a Local Specialist for insights into lobster fishing and tonight, we’ll savour a traditional lobster dinner.
Trip Summary Accomodation IconHotel - Bar Harbor Regency
Dive Into Culture during your visit to Acadia National Park, the first National Park established East of the Mississippi. Cadillac Mountain in Acadia National Park is the highest point along the Atlantic Seaboard and first spot in the United States where you’ll see the sunrise. Admire the magnificent view over the Schoodic Peninsula, pink granite cliffs and ancient maple forests – their leaves glowing fiery red, burnt orange and mustard yellow in the crisp autumn air. We’ll return to Bar Harbor for an afternoon at leisure or consider joining an optional nature cruise on Frenchman Bay.
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Optional Experience
*Bar Harbor Nature Cruise
Join us for a spectacular 2 hour nature cruise among the islands and shorelines of beautiful Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island. We’ll cruise past some of the most breathtaking scenery in New England. From the shear granite cliffs of Great Head to smooth rock beaches, you’ll see a rugged maritime landscape etched by glaciers and battered by sea & wind. Here, the ocean teems with life; seals raise their pups on ledges, eagles build enormous nests, and pods of porpoise chase schools of herring. We stay in the protected waters of Frenchman Bay, home to the Abanaki Indians for 1000’s of years, and first discovered by French explorers Champlain and Cadillac in the 1600’s. Your guide will point out magnificent summer homes along millionaires’ row, built during the “summer cottage” era of Bar Harbor. Since 1875, Egg Rock Island Lighthouse has served as a sentinel to mariners; today, it is part of the Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge and is an important stop on our tour. Your cruise will feature a professional naturalist who is excited to share interesting stories of natural and human history, provide a running narrative, and answer your questions.
Adult Price: $41.00
Optional Experience
Acadian Boat Tours
Sightseeing and Nature Cruise - Our Nature Cruises leave daily from Bar Harbor, Maine in search of eagles, porpoises, seals, and other interesting marine mammals and birds. We also feature views of timeless mansions, Egg Rock lighthouse and occasionally migrating birds that have ventured into Frenchman Bay. The Acadian has a snack bar, restrooms, and a heated cabin. However, dress warmly. Please bring a warm jacket with you on all our cruises. Handicap accessible and pet-friendly.
Adult Price: $39.00
Day 8
Take A Panoramic Drive Along the Marine Coast
The intense hues of New England’s forests and mountains linger as we journey south past the rocky beaches and cliffs of Maine’s rugged coast. Make a stop and Dive Into Culture at the iconic Nubble Lighthouse. We also journey past fisheries and seaside dwellings that have sheltered everyone from local lobstermen to holidaying Presidents. Travel south to the mouth of the Piscataqua River and the historic seaport city of Portsmouth, one of the oldest cities in the United States. This evening, we join our fellow travelers for a memorable Farewell Dinner reminiscing over our fall foliage experience.
We’ll return to Boston and transfer to Boston Logan International Airport at 11:00 AM or to the hotel in Boston if you'd like to extend your stay.
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast
All optional experiences for this trip
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Available on day 7
*Bar Harbor Nature Cruise
Join us for a spectacular 2 hour nature cruise among the islands and shorelines of beautiful Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island. We’ll cruise past some of the most breathtaking scenery in New England. From the shear granite cliffs of Great Head to smooth rock beaches, you’ll see a rugged maritime landscape etched by glaciers and battered by sea & wind. Here, the ocean teems with life; seals raise their pups on ledges, eagles build enormous nests, and pods of porpoise chase schools of herring. We stay in the protected waters of Frenchman Bay, home to the Abanaki Indians for 1000’s of years, and first discovered by French explorers Champlain and Cadillac in the 1600’s. Your guide will point out magnificent summer homes along millionaires’ row, built during the “summer cottage” era of Bar Harbor. Since 1875, Egg Rock Island Lighthouse has served as a sentinel to mariners; today, it is part of the Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge and is an important stop on our tour. Your cruise will feature a professional naturalist who is excited to share interesting stories of natural and human history, provide a running narrative, and answer your questions.
Adult Price: $41.00
Available on day 7
Acadian Boat Tours
Sightseeing and Nature Cruise - Our Nature Cruises leave daily from Bar Harbor, Maine in search of eagles, porpoises, seals, and other interesting marine mammals and birds. We also feature views of timeless mansions, Egg Rock lighthouse and occasionally migrating birds that have ventured into Frenchman Bay. The Acadian has a snack bar, restrooms, and a heated cabin. However, dress warmly. Please bring a warm jacket with you on all our cruises. Handicap accessible and pet-friendly.
Adult Price: $39.00
All Optional Experiences
The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
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8 nights
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13 Meals
1 Welcome Reception, 8 Breakfasts, 1 Be My Guest, 2 Dinners, 1 Farewell Dinner
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The Trafalgar difference
Dive Into Culture
Weaving along the Freedom Trail, we delve into the rich history of the American Revolution. Stop at Lexington and Concord, the site where "the shot heard round the world" was fired.
Dive Into Culture
Watch craftsmen create the delicate glassware that has made Simon Pearce glassblowing workshop famous, delving into the art and science of glassblowing.
Dive Into Culture
Visit Acadia National Park, the first National Park established East of the Mississippi.
Dive Into Culture
Make a stop at the iconic Portland Head (Nubble) Lighthouse, the oldest lighthouse in Maine.
Sightseeing highlights
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Explore Boston with a Local Specialist
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Visit Woodstock, Acadia National Park and Lexington Green and Concord Minute Man National Historical Park North Bridge
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View Mount Washington
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Scenic Drive along the Mohawk Trail, Kancamagus Highway
Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
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Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
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Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
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Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
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Optional Experiences and free time
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It was very enjoyable. We stayed in nice places, they stopped frequently. Our guide and our bus driver were wonderful. We saw many things, met nice people, the weather was perfect. The food was good. I would travel with Trafalgar again.
First class all the way. The knowledge of our tour director, and our wonderful driver made this trip a great adventure. Our Wellbeing director kept us all safe and healthy.
The tour was great as was the tour director and the wellness coach. I would have liked different breakfasts since every hotel had the same choices. The hotels were individual and fun otherwise. I especially liked The Equinox Hotel in Manchester, Vermont. The paperwork ahead of time was too voluminous and confusing. Overlap and conflicting details. The vouchers were especially confusing since they included items that weren't really vouchers at all and since they weren't perforated. Could have been clearer.
I would recommend Trafalgar. Well thought out stops with knowledgeable and personable tour leader. I loved the history aspect to go along with the fall color. And I got to go to Vermont Country Store!
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What is an Active Trip? This is an "Active" lifestyle itinerary, with walks and hikes most days. Hikes will range from easy/moderate to strenuous. No technical climbing skills are required but a reasonable level of fitness is required to make the trip more enjoyable. Understanding that not all people want to hike at the same pace or even on the same trail we will, where possible, host map orientation and then let everyone disperse to enjoy the trails best suited to them. What to Pack Guests should bring lightweight hiking shoes or boots, broad brimmed sun hats, sunglasses, layered clothing, reusable water bottle(s), a hiking day pack and hiking poles (optional)
Weather & Altitude While the itinerary is laid out below, we are at the mercy of the weather and so reserve the right to adjust the program as necessary. Please keep in mind that the higher elevations and possible variations in weather and temperature can increase the perceived level of difficulty of our activities. Elevation ranges up to 9,000 feet for Utah’s Mighty Five and up to 11,000 feet for California High Country Adventure.
Everyone reacts differently to altitude and so if you do have any health issues you should check with your doctor that this trip is suitable for you.
