Tour Colors Of New England (Boston, Ma To Portland, Me) (2024)

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7 breakfasts, 1 lunches, 4 dinners

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To complete your tour, we include roundtrip airport-to-hotel transfers when purchasing our airfare with your tour. If you have arranged for your own air, we are pleased to provide you the option of purchasing these transfers. Please note that all transfers will leave at pre-scheduled times.

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Day 1: Boston Marriott Copley Place Day 2 to 3: Stoweflake Mountain Resort Day 4 to 5: White Mountain Hotel & Resort Day 6 to 7: Courtyard Portland Downtown/Waterfront

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Day 1 Day 1: Boston, Massachusetts
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Boston, Massachusetts

Arrive in Massachusetts, where your journey through charming and vibrant New England begins. Start your tour in the heart of Boston.
Day 2 Day 2: Boston - Woodstock, Vermont - Stowe
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Boston - Woodstock, Vermont - Stowe

This morning, set out for Vermont where tree-covered mountainsides dot a charming landscape of quaint villages with traditional, white steeple churches. Visit Quechee Gorge — known as Vermont’s Little Grand Canyon. This afternoon, watch glassblowing artisans craft unique art at the Simon Pearce flagship store. Savor a lunch prepared with fresh, local ingredients served on Simon Pearce dinnerware. After lunch, arrive in Woodstock, “the quintessential New England village” with its beautifully restored Georgian homes, a covered bridge, and even a town green. This evening, settle into your resort in Stowe, nestled in the tranquil Green Mountains.
Day 3 Day 3: Stowe
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Stowe

Start off your day by heading to the Cold Hollow Cider Mill. In this historic mill, watch – and learn – how fresh cider is produced the old-fashioned way, via rack and cloth press; a process that’s been passed down for generations. This afternoon, visit the Trapp Family Lodge where you’ll get to see the stunning alpine architecture and mountain views that reminded the famous family of their home in Austria. Indulge in the charms of this spectacular Alpine inspired property and learn their family history as depicted in the film The Sound of Music.
Day 4 Day 4: Stowe - North Conway, New Hampshire
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Stowe - North Conway, New Hampshire

Today you will be New Hampshire bound! Soak in the lovely New England countryside as you journey through the White Mountains of New Hampshire. Make a stop to explore the Rocks Estate, home to the North Country Conservation & Education Center. On a tour of the farm, learn about the history and importance of maple sugaring in the region and visit a virtual tap room. Later, continue to North Conway via the Kancamagus Highway, a scenic byway offering spectacular views of the White Mountains region.
Day 5 Day 5: North Conway
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: North Conway

After breakfast, make your way to Mount Washington* — the highest peak in the Northeastern United States. Break into smaller groups and enjoy a tour up the twisting Auto Road. Take in the sight of the peaks jutting into the sky alongside a local expert who will teach you about the unique history, plant, and animal life you may see along the way. Once you reach the summit, take time to appreciate the fantastic view and spend some time inside the museum to learn about the extreme, rapidly changing weather conditions that impact the mountain’s peak. Later, it’s your choice! Spend some time appreciating the great outdoors alongside your Tour Manager during a nature walk -OR- sit comfortably at your hotel for a lecture with a local naturalist to learn all about the ecology of the North Woods.
Day 6 Day 6: North Conway - Lake Winnipesaukee - Kennebunkport - Portland, Maine
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: North Conway - Lake Winnipesaukee - Kennebunkport - Portland, Maine

Journey to New Hampshire’s picturesque lakes region, a popular vacation spot for visitors year-round. Board the Winnipesaukee Spirit and spend the morning cruising stunning Lake Winnipesaukee, New Hampshire’s largest lake. Then, visit the charming town of Wolfeboro, the “oldest summer resort in America.” Later, travel to Maine’s seacoast. Pass through in the seaside community of Kennebunkport to see Walker’s Point, the summer residence to the family of the late President George H.W. Bush. Arrive in Portland, once home to sea captains and now known as one of "America’s coolest cities."
Day 7 Day 7: Portland
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Portland

This morning, a locally guided tour includes Fort Williams Park to view the Portland Head Light, the most photographed lighthouse in America and the oldest in Maine. As you take in the views of Portland Harbor and Casco Bay, four more lighthouses can be seen. Enjoy some free time this afternoon in beautiful Portland to stroll the historic Old Port neighborhood’s many shops and restaurants, or check out one of the city’s many museums or historical sites. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a very special farewell dinner featuring fresh native lobster, for which coastal Maine is renowned.
Day 8 Day 8: Portland - Boston, Massachusetts - Tour Ends
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Portland - Boston, Massachusetts - Tour Ends

Today, return to the Boston airport with the many wonderful memories of your adventure.

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Colors Of New England (Boston, Ma To Portland, Me) (2024)

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Itinerary of your trip Colors Of New England (Boston, Ma To Portland, Me) (2024)

Day 1: Boston, Massachusetts

Day 2: Boston - Woodstock, Vermont - Stowe

Day 3: Stowe

Day 4: Stowe - North Conway, New Hampshire

Day 5: North Conway

Day 6: North Conway - Lake Winnipesaukee - Kennebunkport - Portland, Maine

Day 7: Portland

Day 8: Portland - Boston, Massachusetts - Tour Ends

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