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Trafalgar - Autumn Colours (09/2024 - 10/2024) (DACOZN19)

9 Days From Boston (MA) to Boston (MA)
Tour Style: Regional Explorer
Trafalgar Brochure Price from $3,495.00
Brochures: USA Canada and Central America 2023, V1 USA Canada and Central America 2024
Visits: United States

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.
Choice Highlights

Must-see Highlights
  • : Explore Boston with a Local Specialist
  • : Visit Woodstock, Acadia National Park and Lexington Green and Concord Minute Man National Historical Park North Bridge
  • : View Mount Washington
  • : Scenic Drive along the Mohawk Trail, Kancamagus Highway

Dive Into Culture
  • Boston: 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.
  • Quechee: Watch craftsmen create the delicate glassware that has made Simon Pearce glassblowing workshop famous, delving into the art and science of glassblowing.
  • North Conway: Join a guided 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. This historic site is within the White Mountain National Forest.
  • Acadia National Park: Visit Acadia National Park, the first National Park established East of the Mississippi.

Trafalgar Difference
  • North Conway: Head to North Conway, where you'll learn about the local flora and fauna with a Local Specialist for an ecological look at autumn in the North Woods.
  • Bar Harbor: Join a Local Specialist for insights into lobster fishing and tonight, we'll savour a traditional New England lobster dinner.

Trafalgar Tour Itinerary

Day 1Stroll Through The Red Streets Of Boston
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.
Visits: Boston
Meals: Welcome Reception
Accommodation: Boston Park Plaza
Day 2Take A Historical Drive Through New England Dive Into Culture
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.
Visits: Boston, Manchester
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont
Day 3Uncover The Craftmanship Of Vermont Connect with Locals
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. Enjoy a lunch and take in the serene surroundings that look out of a postcard.
Visits: Manchester, Burlington (VT)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont
Day 4Discover 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.
Visits: Burlington (VT), North Conway
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Red Jacket Mountain View Resort
Day 5Embrace Autumn Hues In North Conway
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.
Visits: North Conway
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Red Jacket Mountain View Resort
Day 6Savour 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.
Visits: North Conway, Bar Harbor
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Bar Harbor Regency
Day 7Trek Through Colourful Acadia National Park Dive Into Culture
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.
Visits: Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Bar Harbor Regency
Day 8Take A Panoramic Drive Along the Marine Coast Dive Into Culture
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.
Visits: Bar Harbor, Portsmouth
Meals: Breakfast, Farewell Dinner
Accommodation: Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel
Day 9Back To Boston And Beyond
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.
Visits: Portsmouth, Boston
Meals: Breakfast


Available Room Types: Single, Triple, Twin, Twinshare
Child: ages 5 to 17

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Sun 09/15/24 $3,495.00
Wed 09/18/24 $3,625.00
Thu 09/19/24 $3,695.00
Fri 09/20/24 $3,595.00
Sat 09/21/24 $3,495.00
Sun 09/22/24 $3,550.00
Wed 09/25/24 $3,650.00
Thu 09/26/24 $3,695.00
Fri 09/27/24 $3,595.00
Sat 09/28/24 $3,695.00
Sun 09/29/24 $3,695.00
Wed 10/02/24 $3,795.00
Thu 10/03/24 $3,875.00
Fri 10/04/24 $3,695.00
Sat 10/05/24 $3,495.00
Sun 10/06/24 $3,495.00
Mon 10/07/24 $3,595.00
Tue 10/08/24 $3,695.00
Sun 10/13/24 $3,595.00
Mon 10/14/24 $3,495.00
Wed 10/16/24 $3,495.00
Thu 10/17/24 $3,495.00
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