Best of New England

11 Nights

Boston, MA

Highlights

• Walk the Historic Freedom Trail in Boston

• Enjoy fresh New England seafood

• Drive to summit of Cadillac Mountain in Acadia National Park

• Hike to the base of the falls at Flume Gorge

• Drive to summit of Mount Washington (fees apply)

• Taste authentic maple syrup

• Shop at designer outlets in Manchester, VT

• Relive the past at Sturbridge Village (optional)

• Visit the mansions of Newport (optional)

• Stroll along the beaches of Cape Cod

• Explore the Mayflower II , a reproduction of the ship that brought settlers to the US in 1620

*Admission fees not included

  • Day 1 - Boston Arrival
  • Day 2 - Boston
  • Day 3 - Boston - Salem - Portsmouth - Kennebunkport
  • Day 4 - Kennebunkport - Wiscasset - Bar Harbor
  • Day 5 - Bar Harbor - Acadia National Park - Bar Harbor
  • Day 6 - Bar Harbor - White Mountains
  • Day 7 - White Mountains - Vermont's Northeast Kingdom - Stowe
  • Day 8 - Stowe - Green Mountains - The Berkshires
  • Day 9 - The Berkshires - Lenox - Newport
  • Day 10 - Newport - Cape Cod
  • Day 11 - Cape Cod
  • Day 12 - Cape Cod - Boston Departure

Arrive at Logan International Airport. Pick up your rental car and proceed to your hotel. Enjoy your evening at leisure, exploring the city.

Boston is the largest city in New England and one of the oldest in the United States, founded by Puritan colonists in 1630. Steeped with history from the American Revolution, here you can explore any portion of the 4 km (2.5 miles) Freedom Trail which starts at Boston Common and passes 16 of the city’s historic landmarks including: Faneuil Hall (a vibrant marketplace), Paul Revere’s home (from which he made his famous “midnight ride”), the Old North Church, and the USS Constitution (“Old Ironsides”) in Boston Harbor, the oldest warship of the U.S. Navy. Visit the home of the patriots who claimed this city in the name of freedom fighters.

The Midtown Hotel

Boston's Affordable Alternative in the Heart of Back Bay!Centrally located in downtown Boston, The Midtown Hotel blends comfort and convenience with affordability. This moderately priced hotel, nestled in the heart of Boston’s Back Bay, puts the city at your doorstep.

Along the route north of Boston lies almost four centuries of history, as well as some of the coast’s finest beaches and seascapes. First stop is Salem, the location of the infamous witch trials. Then drive along the coast to the charming harbor towns of Gloucester and Rockport. Enjoy the old-time seaport atmosphere of Portsmouth, New Hampshire and its wealth of historic buildings before crossing into Maine. Your destination today is the popular resort of Kennebunkport, a haven for writers and artists.

DRIVING DISTANCE: 90 MI / 150 KM

Best Western Merry Manor Inn

Welcome to the Best Western Merry Manor Inn where the service is friendly and the accommodations are comfortable and affordable. This Maine Best Western hotel offers convenient access to many local attractions, shopping and dining options in and around Portland. Guests staying at this Portland hotel will enjoy charming guest rooms featuring cable satellite television with HBO® and free high-speed Internet access. Fireplace suites are also available for those guests that want to indulge.

Travel along the beautiful Maine Coast to Bar Harbor. Along the way you will pass through quaint fishing villages where fisherman mark their grounds with colorful bouys. Don’t miss the chance to try a lobster or cup of clam chowder.

Colonial Inn Ellsworth

If you are looking for a quality hotel in Ellsworth, ME, come to Colonial Inn, who has been established since 1980. We offer comfortable lodging to all of our guests, from local residents to families on vacation, with clean and well-kept rooms and plenty of features to keep you satisfied with your stay. Our rooms have a wide variety of amenities, from free wifi, queen beds, cable, coffee and plenty of clean towels. Our staff is on hand and will answer your questions about the Inn, your room or amenities and knowledgeable with the area to help you find restaurants, shops or attractions. When you want a clean, comfortable and convenient place to stay in Ellsworth, ME, call on Colonial Inn.

A full day to explore one of the oldest and most beautiful national parks in America. Discover soaring peaks, dramatic glacier-carved valleys, clear lakes, and the rugged shoreline with the only true fjord on the U.S. Atlantic coast. Witness the area’s natural wonders from Park Loop Road or drive to the summit of Cadillac Mountain, at 1,530 feet (466 meters), the highest point on the U.S. Atlantic seaboard.

Colonial Inn Ellsworth

If you are looking for a quality hotel in Ellsworth, ME, come to Colonial Inn, who has been established since 1980. We offer comfortable lodging to all of our guests, from local residents to families on vacation, with clean and well-kept rooms and plenty of features to keep you satisfied with your stay. Our rooms have a wide variety of amenities, from free wifi, queen beds, cable, coffee and plenty of clean towels. Our staff is on hand and will answer your questions about the Inn, your room or amenities and knowledgeable with the area to help you find restaurants, shops or attractions. When you want a clean, comfortable and convenient place to stay in Ellsworth, ME, call on Colonial Inn.

Your drive today takes you inland towards the spectacular scenery of the White Mountains, the “rooftop of New England,” a landscape dotted with historic villages and enchanting covered bridges. En route, experience breathtaking views of mountain ranges and pristine forests.

DRIVING DISTANCE: 230 MI / 370 KM

Best Western Town & Country Inn

Property Location With a stay at Best Western Town & Country Inn in Cedar City, you'll be minutes from Adams Shakespearean Theatre and Frontier Homestead State Park Museum. This eco-friendly hotel is within close proximity of Southern Utah University and Cedar Ridge Golf Course.

Today, traverse the White Mountains that divide the New England states of New Hampshire and Vermont. The route takes you through some of New England’s most beautiful scenery. Drive by Lyndonville and see Willey’s General Store in Greensboro before continuing through Craftsbury, a Grandma Moses kind of village, to Stowe.

DRIVING DISTANCE: 120 MI / 200 KM

Golden Eagle Resort

Property Location Located in Stowe, Golden Eagle Resort is minutes from Swimming Hole and close to Vermont Ski Museum. This ski hotel is within close proximity of Stowe Area Association and Stowe Country Club.

Continue south along Route 100, where you will take in some of the most spectacular scenery in Vermont’s Green Mountains. With their dense forests, the mountains are home to bears, moose, wild turkey, and deer. See picture-perfect villages and some of Vermont’s famous covered bridges before crossing into Massachusetts’ Berkshires, known for their rural beauty and cultural assets. Overnight in the college town of Williamstown.

DRIVING DISTANCE: 160 MI / 260 KM

The Williams Inn

Property Location With a stay at The Williams Inn in Williamstown, you'll be minutes from Williamstown Historical Museum and 62 Center for Theater and Dance. This hotel is within close proximity of Chapin Library of Rare Books and Manuscripts and Williams College.

Drive south and pass through a series of wonderful little towns, including Lenox, summer home for the Boston Symphony Orchestra. See Hancock Shaker Village near Pittsfield before continuing to the storied little city of Newport, Rhode Island, once a prosperous colonial seaport.

DRIVING DISTANCE: 180 MI / 290 KM

Holiday Inn Express Middletown Newport

Property Location With a stay at Holiday Inn Express Middletown / Newport in Middletown, you'll be close to Newport Vineyards and Naval War College Museum. This hotel is within close proximity of Newport Grand Casino and Prescott Farm.

America’s most prominent families - from the Astors to the Vanderbilts - have summered in Newport. Some of their spectacular vacation homes are open for viewing. After sightseeing, continue along the coast on your way to Cape Cod. DRIVING DISTANCE: 100 MI / 160 KM

Hyannis Harbor Hotel

Property Location With a stay at Hyannis Harbor Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Hyannis, walking distance from Hyannis Harbor and close to St. Francis Xavier Church. This family-friendly hotel is within close proximity of John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum and Cape Cod Baseball Hall of Fame.

A full day to explore magnificent Cape Cod with its high cliffs, rolling dunes, broad beaches, miles of walking trails, picturesque villages and delicious seafood. This peninsula is a beloved vacation spot for visitors and natives alike. Stop in Plymouth, a living panorama of Pilgrim and Colonial times and see the Mayflower II .

Hyannis Harbor Hotel

Property Location With a stay at Hyannis Harbor Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Hyannis, walking distance from Hyannis Harbor and close to St. Francis Xavier Church. This family-friendly hotel is within close proximity of John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum and Cape Cod Baseball Hall of Fame.

Today, leave Cape Cod and drive back to Boston. Return your car at the airport before your departure flight.

DRIVING DISTANCE: 80 MI / 130 KM

 

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