• City Tour in Boston

• Scenic Drive along the Mohawk Trail, Kancamagus Highway

• View Lexington and Concord where the first shots of the American Revolution were fired

• Visit Woodstock, Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream Factory, Acadia National Park

• LOCAL SPECIALISTS - Learn about North Conway flora and fauna and spend time with a lobster fisherman in Bar Harbor (Days 4, 6)

• Audio Headsets for flexible sightseeing

• 14 Meals

• Luxury air-conditioned coach with WiFi or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)

• Cherry-picked hotels all tried and trusted

• Hand-picked Insider Experiences

• Optional Experiences and free time

• All porterage and local charges included

• Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras

• An expert Travel Director and separate Driver

• All hotel tips, charges and local taxes

• Airport transfers on the first and last day of your guided holiday

• VIP entry to many sights

Day 1 - Arrive Boston 

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, you'll meet the Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception.

Day 2 - Boston - Lexington and Concord - Pittsfield 

March to independence, exploring Boston's historic sites. You'll spend the morning 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. You'll embark on an afternoon drive along the Mohawk Trail, an early Native American and colonial trade route, and the first designated scenic drive in New England.

Day 3 - Pittsfield – Quechee– Woodstock– Burlington

Drive past picture-perfect farmlands and old-world towns en route to the historic wool mill in Quechee. Watch craftsmen create the delicate glassware that has made Simon Pearce glassblowing workshop famous, delving into the art and science of glassblowing. Then, savour a Regional Meal lunch featuring local ingredients arranged on Simon Pearce's beautiful stem and flatware. 

Day 4 - Burlington – Stowe – White Mountains – North Conway

Chunky Monkey, Cherry Garcia and Chocolate Therapy - if the very thought of these tickles your sweet tooth, you'll delight in a visit to Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream Factory today. Venture into New Hampshire, the Presidential Range of the White Mountains and Bretton Woods for a stunning glimpse of Mount Washington, the tallest peak in the northeast. Continue to North Conway on the edge of White Mountain National Forest, renowned as a popular adventure holiday hub. 

Day 5 - Kancamagus

Journey along "The Kanc", an American Scenic Byway that cuts through the White Mountain National Forest and provides exquisite views of the White Mountains, Rocky Gorge and several waterfalls. But the star of the show is undoubtedly the glowing fall display that dots scenic New England. 

Day 6 - North Conway - Bar Harbor

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 your final destination for the day. This evening, join your travel companions for a traditional lobster dinner. 

Day 7 - Acadia National Park

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. 

Day 8 - Bar Harbor - Maine Coast - Portsmouth 

The intense hues of New England's forests and mountains linger as you journey south past the rocky beaches and cliffs of Maine's rugged coast.  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. 

Day 9 - Portsmouth - Boston

Return to Boston and bid farewell to new friends. Transfer to Boston Logan International Airport or to the hotel in Boston if you'd like to extend your stay.

Boston Marriott Copley Place

Hilton Garden Inn Lenox/Pittsfield

The Essex - Vermont's Culinary Resort & Spa

Red Jacket Mountain View Resort

Bar Harbor Regency

Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside

Twin-share option. Land only price.