Autumn Colors

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Embark on the "Autumn Colors" tour and experience the breathtaking landscapes of New England in the USA. This journey takes you through iconic destinations such as Boston, Vermont, and Bar Harbor, offering a blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. Explore the Freedom Trail in Boston, savor local flavors at Green Mountain Girls Farm, and enjoy a scenic cruise on Lake Champlain. Discover the vibrant fall foliage along the Kancamagus Highway and immerse yourself in the rich indigenous history with a Wabanaki storyteller in Bar Harbor. Stay in carefully selected accommodations, including The Westin Copley Place in Boston, and travel in comfort with a luxury air-conditioned coach. With expert guides and seamless transfers, this tour promises an unforgettable exploration of New England's autumn splendor.

Highlights
  • content:<h3>Must-see Highlights</h3><ul class='icon-list'><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Explore Naturalist Guide in North Conway, Lobster Presentation</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Visit Boston Common, Lexington Battle Green Park, Stowe, Acadia National Park, Kennebunkport, Nubble Lighthouse</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>View The Green Mountains, Mount Washington, White Mountains National Forest, Cadillac Mountain</li><li><i class='fa-regular fa-circle-check'></i>Scenic Drives  along the Kancamagus Highway, Route 100, a classic Vermont drive that stretches from Canada to Massachusetts, and Route 1, a Panoramic Drive along the Maine Coast</li></ul>
  • content:<h3>Make Travel Matter®</h3><p><b>North Conway</b>: Unlock the secrets of the local flora and fauna at Raven Wildlife Program. A?Local Specialist provides a historical and ecological look at the diverse environments in autumn in the North Woods North Conway, giving you all their insights into the local ecology, wildlife and even the science behind the famous colors of the fall foliage. You’ll love gaining a new awareness of the natural beauty of this environment and insight into the mysteries of nature. This experience directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land.</p><p><b>Bar Harbor</b>: Unlock indigenous history and make a positive impact on the local community meeting a local Wabanaki storyteller. Set within the Bar Harbor Historical Society’s charming waterfront building, discover Indigenous oral traditions and music. You’ll love this storytelling experience about the Wabanaki people’s homeland from this family operated and woman-owned business. This experience directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.</p>
  • content:<h3>Be My Guest</h3><p><b>Burlington</b>: Dive into the local products over a farm tour at Green Mountain Girls Farm. After a warm welcome from owners Mari Omland and Laura Olsen – who returned to Vermont after careers in conservation and smart-growth non-profits, tour the farm and see regenerative farming in action and how they utilize ecologically designed methods to provide excellent products and experiences. Then sit down to a tasty, farm-to-table lunch with all local, organic food from the farm and climate conscious farming partners, you’ll love supporting local farmers while having a climate conscious experience.</p>
  • content:<h3>Stays with Stories</h3><p><b>Boston</b>: Unlock quintessential Boston over your Stays with Stories experience at The Westin Copley Place. Set in the Back Bay, your accommodations are surrounded by historic brick-lined sidewalks, classic brownstones and the Charles River. You’ll find yourself in the heart of it all, moments from Boston’s icons including Newbury Street, Fenway Park, numerous restaurants and shops at the Prudential Centre and Copley Place Mall. Make the most of your stay using the 24-hour fitness centre or relax in the indoor pool. Your room’s sleek décor and spa-like bathrooms invite you to relax and recharge before another big day in Beantown.</p>
Dining Summary
  • 3 Dinner (D)
  • 8 Breakfast (B)
  • 2 Lunch (L)
Dive Into Culture
  • Boston: Boston's colonial past comes to life as you walk portions of the Freedom Trail, a 2.5-mile-long path that encompasses significant locations to the history of the United States. Your Travel Director leads you on this mostly brick path that winds from Boston Common downtown through the North End to the Bunker Hill Monument passing through Paul Revere’s House and the Old North Church, enriching your visit with all of their insights into the local history. You’ll love this walk through history visiting sites dating back to the 1600s as well as those like Faneuil Hall which has now become a gathering spot for locals.
  • Bar Harbor: Join a Local Specialist and naturalist for a one-of-a-kind look into lobster fishing, marine ecology and local ecosystems. After you’ve gotten an understanding of this fascinating industry, savour a traditional New England lobster dinner.  It’s a fascinating window into the Maine Lobster fishery, one of the oldest continually operated industries in North America, with the first documented catch dating back to the 1600s. Maine is the largest lobster-producing state in the nation harvesting over 100 million pounds of lobster each year.
Mode of Transport
Travel in luxury with an air-conditioned coach equipped with Wi-Fi, ensuring comfort and connectivity as you explore the scenic landscapes of New England. All transport and transfers are included, providing seamless travel between destinations.
Accommodation
Experience quintessential Boston at The Westin Copley Place, surrounded by historic sites and modern amenities. Enjoy sleek décor and spa-like bathrooms, a 24-hour fitness center, and an indoor pool. Stay at DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington, Home2 Suites by Hilton North Conway, Bar Harbor Regency, and Rockport Inn & Suites for comfort and convenience throughout your journey.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included in the tour package.
Dive into Culture
  • Boston: Boston's colonial past comes to life as you walk portions of the Freedom Trail, a 2.5-mile-long path that encompasses significant locations to the history of the United States. Your Travel Director leads you on this mostly brick path that winds from Boston Common downtown through the North End to the Bunker Hill Monument passing through Paul Revere’s House and the Old North Church, enriching your visit with all of their insights into the local history. You’ll love this walk through history visiting sites dating back to the 1600s as well as those like Faneuil Hall which has now become a gathering spot for locals.
  • Bar Harbor: Join a Local Specialist and naturalist for a one-of-a-kind look into lobster fishing, marine ecology and local ecosystems. After you’ve gotten an understanding of this fascinating industry, savour a traditional New England lobster dinner.  It’s a fascinating window into the Maine Lobster fishery, one of the oldest continually operated industries in North America, with the first documented catch dating back to the 1600s. Maine is the largest lobster-producing state in the nation harvesting over 100 million pounds of lobster each year.
Iconic Experience
  • North Conway: From brilliant foliage to tumbling waterfalls, New Hampshire is an endless playground. Join an easy paced guided hike to Diana's Baths - a series of small waterfalls located in the south-eastern corner of the town of Bartlett, within the White Mountain National Forest. You’ll love embracing the natural scenic beauty walking through this serene setting of rocks, ledges, falls and pools in the brook led by your knowledgeable guide.
  • North Conway: The fall colours of New England spring to life on the Kancamagus Highway, a 34.5-mile scenic drive along Rt. 112 in Northern New Hampshire known as one of the best fall foliage viewing areas in the country. Designated an American Scenic Byway, the Kancamagus Scenic Byway cuts through the White Mountain National Forest treating you with views of the White Mountains, the Swift River, Sabbaday Falls, Lower Falls and Rocky Gorge -- reaching an elevation of just under 3,000 feet at its highest point at Kancamagus Pass.
  • Acadia National Park: Acadia National Park, the first National Park established East of the Mississippi and home to Cadillac Mountain, the highest point along the Atlantic Seaboard. Stop at Hulls Cove Visitor Center before traveling along the Cadillac Summit Loop Trail to the top of Cadillac Mountain. You’ll beat the crowds, admiring the colors of the leaves as your Travel Director circles back to what you’ve learning during the Wabanaki Storytelling. Reflect on how this area is the homeland of the Wabanaki people.
  • Bar Harbor: There’s no better way to experience Maine than on a scenic drive. On your coastal drive to Nubble Lighthouse, embrace the power of the Atlantic and the salty breeze. Stop in Kennebunkport, a charming coastal gem known for its picturesque beaches, historic architecture and relaxed seaside ambiance that invites you to savour fresh seafood, explore quaint shops and unwind by the ocean. When you arrive, feel like you’re standing at the edge of the Earth as the waves roll in. Snap a picture of this quintessential Maine lighthouse, built in 1879 on a tiny, off-shore island, or 'nubble,' in York. Admire the Victorian keeper's house with gingerbread trim and a lantern with miniature cast-iron lighthouses on its railing.
Destinations
  • North America
  • USA
Tour Types
  • Walking
  • Wildlife Tours
  • Cultural
  • Foodie and Wine Tours
  • Sightseeing
  • Gardens & Nature Tours

Location: Boston

Known as the 'Cradle of Liberty', Boston was once home to famous sons such as Samuel Adams, Paul Revere and Benjamin Franklin. Immerse yourself in its revolutionary history or stroll along the waterfront. This evening, meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers for dinner to kick-start your New England tour.

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Westin Copley Place

Meals: Dinner

Location: Boston, Lexington, Concord, Vermont

Unlock the best of Boston walking along parts of the Freedom Trail. Stroll through Boston Common, Massachusetts State House, Granary Burying Ground established in 1660 by some of America’s most notable citizens, Old State House -- the site of the Boston Massacre and the oldest surviving public house in Boston and Faneuil Hall -- America's first Town Meeting and vital location in revolutionary politics. You'll love following the red-brick path that winds to historic sites that reveal the history of the American Revolution. Stop in historic Lexington and Concord, the site where "the shot heard round the world" was fired, marking the beginning of the American Revolutionary War. In the afternoon make your way to Vermont, driving past picturesque New England farmlands and old-world towns.

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington

Meals: Breakfast

Location: Northfield, Vermont, Burlington, Vermont

Get a taste of East Coast cuisine among some of the country’s most beautiful landscapes on your New England tour. In Northfield, Vermont, enjoy a Be My Guest experience with a farmhouse lunch at Green Mountain Girls Farm. Learn how they practise regenerative and sustainable farming while raising free-range animals and growing produce in Central Vermont. After lunch, there’s the chance to join an Optional Experience cruise on Lake Champlain, where you’ll take in the region’s mountain views and shoreline history from the water. Back on land, explore the Burlington waterfront and downtown area, filled with boutique shops, cafes and breweries. Wander the cobblestoned streets of Church Street Marketplace and enjoy one of the many local eateries before settling into your hotel.

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Location: Stowe, White Mountain National Forest

Head to Stowe, Vermont, a quintessential fall foliage destination known for red and orange hues. Learn from your Travel Director how the von Trapp family, made famous in “The Sound of Music” settled here after fleeing Austria. Get ready for more local flavours and tempting treats as you make a stop at Lake Champlain Chocolates for local artisan ice cream and chocolates including sea salt caramels, dark chocolate truffles and peanut butter cups. This afternoon, see how the foliage of New England is in a league of its own as you journey along "The Kanc", an American Scenic Byway that cuts through the White Mountain National Forest. Admire the glowing fall colours on this untouched stretch of road and snap postcard-worthy pics at the many overlooks to remember your New England tour.

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Home2 Suites by Hilton North Conway

Meals: Breakfast

Location: North Conway, Diana's Baths, White Mountain National Forest

This morning, join Raven Wildlife Programs for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience with a Local Specialist who gives you all the fascinating intel into the local ecology, wildlife, and even the science behind the famous colours of the fall foliage found here. This afternoon, join a gentle guided hike to Diana's Baths, a series of small waterfalls within the White Mountain National Forest. It’s the perfect escape to nature, finding peace in many picturesque spots along the rocks, ledges, falls and pools in the brook.

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Home2 Suites by Hilton North Conway

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Location: Bar Harbor

From the mountains of New Hampshire to the pine forests, highlands and river valleys of Maine, New England is a classic. Descending "Downeast," the looming Atlantic swells of Bar Harbor on Mount Desert Island are your destination for the day. Join a Local Specialist and naturalist for insights into the lobster fishing industry, marine ecology and local ecosystems. Further your lobster “education” with a classic lobster dinner complete with traditional sides.

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Bar Harbor Regency

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Location: Acadia National Park, Cadillac Mountain, Bar Harbor

Acadia National Park promises sweeping coastal vistas. Visit the park's Cadillac Mountain, the highest point along the Atlantic Seaboard and the first spot in the United States where the sun rises. Take in a 360-degree panoramic view of the park and the surrounding coastal landscapes. Admire the magnificent pink granite cliffs and ancient maple forests – their leaves glowing fiery red, burnt orange and mustard yellow in the crisp autumn air. Return to Bar Harbor for free time to explore or consider joining an optional nature cruise on Frenchman Bay. This afternoon, visit the Bar Harbor Historical Society’s charming waterfront building to meet a local Wabanaki storyteller for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience of Indigenous oral traditional music.

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Bar Harbor Regency

Meals: Breakfast

Location: Maine, Nubble Lighthouse

Maine, a state where rocky beaches and cliffs make up a coastline like nowhere else. The intense hues of New England’s forests and mountains linger as you journey south to make a stop at the iconic Nubble Lighthouse. Snap a photo of this classic lighthouse built in 1879 before journeying past fisheries and seaside dwellings that have sheltered everyone from local lobstermen to holidaying presidents. This evening, join your fellow travellers for a memorable dinner, reminiscing over your fall foliage experience.

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Rockport Inn & Suites

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Location: Boston

Transfer to Boston Logan International Airport or to the hotel in Boston if you'd like to extend your stay.

Meals: Breakfast

Included
  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • All porterage and restaurant gratuities
  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
  • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
  • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
  • Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
  • All transport and transfers shown
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • Optional Experiences and free time
  • On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised

Not Included
  • Travel Insurance
    -Travel insurance is not included in the tour package.
Yes, the tour package includes 8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 3 dinners. Meals are provided at various points throughout the tour, including a traditional New England lobster dinner in Bar Harbor.
In Bar Harbor, you will join a Local Specialist and naturalist for insights into the lobster fishing industry, marine ecology, and local ecosystems. You will also enjoy a classic lobster dinner and have the opportunity to meet a local Wabanaki storyteller for a cultural experience.
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
The 'Make Travel Matter' experiences focus on supporting local communities and sustainable practices. In North Conway, you will learn about local ecology and wildlife, while in Bar Harbor, you will engage with indigenous history through storytelling. These experiences support United Nations Sustainable Development Goals related to life on land and sustainable communities.
Accommodations include stays at cherry-picked hotels such as The Westin Copley Place in Boston, DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington, Home2 Suites by Hilton North Conway, Bar Harbor Regency, and Rockport Inn & Suites. These hotels are selected for their quality and comfort.
The tour provides travel in a luxury air-conditioned coach equipped with Wi-Fi, ensuring comfort and connectivity as you explore the scenic landscapes of New England. All transport and transfers are included, providing seamless travel between destinations.
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
The tour includes several unique experiences such as a visit to the Raven Wildlife Program in North Conway for insights into local ecology and wildlife, a storytelling session with a Wabanaki storyteller in Bar Harbor, and a farm tour at Green Mountain Girls Farm in Burlington where you can enjoy a farm-to-table lunch.
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.

You will have the option to book your own flights independently with the operator.

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This tour is operated by Trafalgar

9 days from £3253 pp exc.flights; Enquire
Start:Boston, United States
Finish:Boston, United States
Group size:20 - 52
Suitable for: 5-99
Physical rating:Medium
Diets:Please advise request
Tour operated in: English
Tour Reference: DACOZM20
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