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Continue to the historic seaside port of Plymouth to step aboard the MAYFLOWER II—a full-scale reproduction of the tall ship that brought the Pilgrims to Plymouth Harbor in 1620—400 years ago! Explore the 17th-Century English Village, PLIMOTH PLANTATION with live demos on blacksmithing, farming, and cooking. Visit the Wampanoag Homesite and the Native People there. Step inside a wetu (house) and experience the traditions of the people who have lived in this region for more than 10,000 years. Join in a very special nautical event to sail with the Mayflower II from Plymouth to Provincetown, the first landing of the Pilgrims. Your vessel will sail behind the iconic Mayflower II (weather permitting). Enjoy free time to explore the seaside town of Provincetown at the northern tip of Cape Cod, then set sail in the late afternoon for Boston. Take a guided tour of historic landmarks along the Freedom Trail, including Boston Common, Old State House, and the Old North Church—where Paul Revere began his famous midnight ride. A memorable New England vacation to be sure!
Highlights
Sightseeing
ACADIA NATIONAL PARK
Sightseeing
FRANCONIA NOTCH
Kancamagus Scenic Byway
MONTPELIERVisit the oldest Sugarhouse
BILLINGS FARM & MUSEUM
Visit Vermont’s rural dairy farm
QUECHEE GORGE STATE PARK
Photo opportunity
NEWPORTSightseeing
PLYMOUTHMayflower 400th Anniversary, visit Mayflower II, Plimoth Plantation
PROVINCETOWNSail with the Mayflower II from Plymouth to Provincetown
BOSTONFerry crossing Provincetown to Boston, Sightseeing with Local Guide
2020 Tour itinerary
Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable.
Total meals included:
- 2 breakfasts
BOSTON
Day1
. Welcome to Boston! Your Tour Director is on hand late this afternoon to answer any questions.
BOSTON–PORTLAND–BAR HARBOR.
Day2
Head north into Maine, with a stop in the historic Maritime city of Portland. An included city sightseeing tour upon arrival shows the beautiful coastal region, including lighthouses and the local lobster fishermen. Time to stroll the cobblestone streets of Portland’s famous Old Port waterfront, lined with working fishing wharves and converted warehouses with restaurants and shops. Continue northeast via Bangor, to Bar Harbor, a popular seaside resort and gateway to Acadia National Park. This evening feast on steamed mussels, Maine lobster, and delicious corn on the cob at an optional lobster bake.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
BAR HARBOR. EXCURSION TO ACADIA NATIONAL PARK
Day3
. Bar Harbor is situated on Mount Desert Island, one of the most beautiful Atlantic Island’s and site of ACADIA NATIONAL PARK, a landscape marked by woodland, rocky beaches and glacier-scoured granite peaks such as Cadillac Mountain. Among the wildlife are moose, beaver, whales, and seabirds. Drive through the park, passing Cadillac Mountain, the highest point on the Atlantic Coast, to see some of New England’s most spectacular scenery. Your afternoon is free to explore the quaint village of Bar Harbor on your own. You may decide to go whale-watching or take a nature cruise. Gift shops, galleries, and boutiques line the village of Bar Harbor, if you prefer some souvenir shopping. Your Tour Director will have suggestions for additional sightseeing and dining. (CB)
BAR HARBOR–WHITE MOUNTAINS–SUNDAY RIVER.
Day4
Travel inland through the Longfellow Mountains and head for the fabulous White Mountains of New Hampshire. Admire the land of covered bridges, quaint towns, and forests noted for their vibrant colors during fall foliage. Overnight at the Sunday River Resort located in classic New England. (CB)
SUNDAY RIVER–MONTPELIER
Day5
. Today you are greeted with the deep forest smells of the pines and changing leaves. A beautiful drive through Franconia Notch, along New Hampshire’s Kancamagus Scenic Byway, and the White Mountain National Forest, is renowned for its fall leaf viewing. The “Kanc,” as the locals call it, remains unspoiled by homes or service stations, allowing you to watch the maple, beech, and birch trees burst into a brilliant kaleidoscope of yellows, browns, oranges, reds. In Montpelier, visit Vermont’s oldest SUGARHOUSE.
MONTPELIER–WOODSTOCK–BRATTLEBORO.
Day6
This morning visit Woodstock, its village green reminiscent of 19th-century England. Next, visit BILLINGS FARM & MUSEUM, a living museum of Vermont’s rural past and working dairy farm. At QUECHEE GORGE STATE PARK, Vermont’s little Grand Canyon see fabulous views of the gorge, and in Rockingham visit the charming Vermont Country Store. This afternoon enjoy some time in downtown Brattleboro named one of the top ten small art towns in the country.
BRATTLEBORO–NEWPORT AREA
Day7
. On to Rhode Island, the “Ocean State.” Upon arrival, a city sightseeing tour that takes in the first state house, the nation’s oldest synagogue, and the bustling harbor once frequented by rum runners and slave traders. Afterward, join an optional to explore the Breakers Mansion on an audio tour, or choose to explore the small town of Newport with shops, galleries and restaurants.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
NEWPORT AREA–PLYMOUTH
Day8
. This morning your journey continues to the historic seaside port of Plymouth. Upon arrival step aboard the MAYFLOWER II a full-scale reproduction of the tall ship that brought the Pilgrims to Plymouth Harbor in 1620, 400 years ago! The afternoon has been set aside to explore the 17th-Century English Village, PLIMOTH PLANTATION with live demos on blacksmithing, farming and cooking. Then visit the Wampanoag Homesite and encounter the Native People of either Wampanoag or other Native Nations. Step inside a wetu (house) and experience the traditions, stories, music and dance of the people who have lived in this region for more than 10,000 years.
PLYMOUTH–MAYFLOWER II SAILING–PROVINCETOWN–BOSTON
Day9
. Today, a very special nautical event. Sail with the Mayflower II from Plymouth to Provincetown, the first landing of the Pilgrims. Your vessel will sail behind the iconic Mayflower II, a full – scale reproduction of the sailing vessel which arrived in 1620. Free time to explore the seaside town of Provincetown at the northern tip of Cape Cod. Set sail late this afternoon for Boston, where the evening is free for independent activities.
NOTE:
The Mayflower II sailing is dependent on favorable weather conditions.
BOSTON
Day10
. Your guided tour focuses on the city’s most prominent landmarks. See Boston Common; Old State House; Old North Church, from where Paul Revere got the signal to start his famous ride; Freedom Trail; and Faneuil Hall, with the chance to browse in Quincy Market. A stop at Boston Logan International Airport for those with homebound flights. Please schedule flights after 3:30 pm.
Extend your stay
Hotels
It may occasionally be necessary to use alternative hotels of a similar standard to those shown.
Comfort Inn Boston
Superior Tourist-Class
Comfort Inn Boston is located a few miles from downtown Boston, Fenway Park sports events, and the historic Faneuil Hall Marketplace. This smoke-free hotel features complimentary wireless Internet access throughout the hotel and a 24-hour fitness room. The air-conditioned guestrooms offer coffee/tea makers, in-room safes, desks and sitting areas with upholstered chairs.
Location
900 Morrissey Boulevard, Boston, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Bar/Lounge
- ATM
- Fitness Room
- Restaurant On-Site
- Laundry Available
- Free WiFi
- Business Center
- Luggage Storage
- Concierge desk
- Pool
Room Facilities
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Non-smoking Rooms
- In-Room Safe
- Coffee Maker
- Internet Access
- Voicemail
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Hair Dryer
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Air Conditioning
- Desk
- Television
- Cable/Satellite
- Phone
Acadia Inn
First-Class
The Acadia Inn sits on four acres of land bordering Acadia National Park and the charming coastal village of Bar Harbor. Whether you are visiting Bar Harbor for a classic Maine family vacation or seeking adventure in Acadia National Park, the Acadia Inn is the perfect fit for you.
Location
98 Eden Street, Bar Harbor, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Gift Shop
- Fitness Room
- Elevator
- Free WiFi
- Spa Services
- Luggage Storage
- Parking/Valet
- Pool
Room Facilities
- Air Conditioning
- Coffee Maker
- Television
- Cable/Satellite
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Hair Dryer
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Phone
- Internet Access
Sunday River Resort
Superior Tourist-Class
Set in the most spectacular mountain location in New England, enjoy sweeping views of Sunday River's western peaks and across the valley toward the Mahoosuc Range.
Location
15 S. Ridge Road, Newry, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Pool
- Parking/Valet
- Hot Tub
- ATM
- Elevator
- Restaurant On-Site
- Fitness Room
- Free WiFi
- Gift Shop
Room Facilities
- Cable/Satellite
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Television
- Phone
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Coffee Maker
- Climate Control
- Hair Dryer
Comfort Inn & Suites at Maplewood
Superior Tourist-Class
Enjoy a welcoming stay in the smallest state capital of the United States.
Location
213 Paine Turnpike North, Berlin, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Business Center
- Gift Shop
- Restaurant On-Site
- Parking/Valet
- Free WiFi
- Luggage Storage
Room Facilities
- Desk
- Phone
- Coffee Maker
- Television
- Hair Dryer
- Internet Access
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Air Conditioning
- Climate Control
- Cable/Satellite
- Complimentary Toiletries
Comfort Inn & Suites Brattleboro
Superior Tourist-Class
Natural beauty, outdoor adventure and friendly people await your leisure getaway.
Location
1186 Putney Rd, Brattleboro, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Business Center
- Elevator
- Free WiFi
- Fitness Room
- Parking/Valet
Room Facilities
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Phone
- Hair Dryer
- Television
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Coffee Maker
- Desk
- Cable/Satellite
Courtyard by Marriott Middletown
First-Class
The hotel has an indoor and outdoor pool, hot tub, fitness center, guest laundry, business center, and breakfast café. Guestrooms feature cable TV, coffee maker, hairdryer, and Internet access.
Location
9 Commerce Drive, Middletown, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Spa Services
- Restaurant On-Site
- Concierge desk
- Fitness Room
- Pool
- Ice Machine
- Luggage Storage
- Parking/Valet
- Bar/Lounge
- Business Center
- Laundry Available
- ATM
- Elevator
Room Facilities
- Room Service
- Smoking Rooms
- Window Opens
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Television
- Daily Housekeeping
- Air Conditioning
- Wake-Up Calls
- Cable/Satellite
- Climate Control
- Coffee Maker
- Desk
- Pay Movies
- Internet Access
- Voicemail
- Alarm Clock
- Hair Dryer
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Phone
- Complimentary Newspaper
John Carver Inn & Spa
Moderate First-Class
Visitors seeking a relaxing Plymouth vacation are welcomed into a stately lobby before settling into one of the 80 spacious guest rooms or luxury suites.
Location
25 Summer Street, Plymouth, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Hot Tub
- Fitness Room
- Elevator
- Free WiFi
- Business Center
- Gift Shop
- Bar/Lounge
- Pool
- Spa Services
- Luggage Storage
- Parking/Valet
Room Facilities
- Hair Dryer
- Cable/Satellite
- Coffee Maker
- Desk
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Pay Movies
- Internet Access
- Climate Control
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Room Service
- Air Conditioning
- Phone
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Television
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