Notably New England
Notably New England
Notably New England
13 Days Starting and ending in Boston, MA, USA
Visiting: Boston Stowe VT, Montpelier, Augusta Portland ME, Portland, Boston, Newport, Cape Cod
Tour operator:
Tour code:
NNE24
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
6 - 50
Age range:
21-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Notably New England Tour As you travel through each of the six states that make up New England get ready for some truly stunning scenery. From white sand beaches and rugged seascapes to lush greenery and mountain views each day brings new delights. We’ll take you to each of the State capitals and make sure that you visit all of the must see attractions that New England has to offer and, because you’re on a Travelling Time music themed tour, the best music venues in New England are never far away.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : New Hampshire & Vermont
Location: Boston Stowe VT
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
You will meet your driver and tour guide at Boston Logan Airport in the arrivals hall. We will make our way to our first Capital City - Concord, New Hampshire. After a brief stop, we will continue to our first hotel in Montpelier, the capital city of Vermont. This evening we will spend in the vibrant downtown area of this small but beautiful city.
Day 2 : Vermont
Location: Montpelier
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we will enjoy a driving tour of the area surrounding Montpelier, Vermont. We will visit the beautiful Von Trapp lodge and enjoy the awe-inspiring scenery of the area. This evening we will enjoy a meal and entertainment locally.
Day 3 : Augusta & Portland Maine
Location: Augusta Portland ME
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, we will travel through the scenic White Mountain National Forest to Augusta, the capital of Maine. Then it is on to Portland, Maine for a night out on the town!
Day 4 : Maine
Location: Portland
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
A day full of exploration awaits you as we discover the beauty of the Maine Coast. This evening you will be free to enjoy the ambiance of Portland.
Day 5 : Salem & Boston
Location: Boston
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today after exploring Portland's historic waterfront and downtown areas, we will make the short journey to Salem, Massachusets - home of the famous witch trials. After a visit to The Salem Witch Museum where you will learn about the Salem witch trials of 1692 - we will make our way to Boston. This evening you will have free time to explore the capital of Massachusets
Day 6 : Connecticut & Rhode Island
Location: Newport
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning we will visit the two remaining states in New England - Connecticut & Rhode Island. First we will travel to Hartford for a visit to the Mark Twain House & Museum, where the beloved American author wrote his most famous novels, “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn” and “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer.” Then we will make the short journey to Providence Rhode Island and spend some time exploring this quintessential New England town. Home to eight colleges and universities, Providence, named one of the “52 Places in the World to Go" by The New York Times, mixes the accessibility and walk-ability of a smaller city with the culture of a much bigger one. Then it is on to the beautiful city of Newport, Rhode Island where a night on the town awaits.
Day 7 : Cape Cod & Hyannis
Location: Cape Cod
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we will wave goodbye to Rhode Island and travel to the Cape Cod area. You'll enjoy and discover all that this beautiful coastal region has to offer. The shoreline spans six beaches, but the sand feels endless at Cape Cod National Seashore. Its peninsula is shaped irregularly, so Cape Cod is studded with lighthouses of all shapes & sizes. Each town has its own character, making Cape Cod a patchwork of influences, from progressive Provincetown, with a thriving nightlife, to Hyannis, where you’ll find the John F. Kennedy Museum. Both Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard can be reached by ferry, and once there, toured by bus, bicycle, on foot or by boat. On Martha’s Vineyard, you'll see the island’s oldest one-room schoolhouse and the Vincent House Museum. Then this evening after a short time relaxing at the hotel, we will go out again for a fabulous meal and local entertainment.
Day 8 : Cape Cod & Hyannis
Location: Cape Cod
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Feel free to explore more of this wonderful beach setting today and enjoy a night of entertainment on the beautiful Cape!
Day 9 : Cape Cod & Hyannis
Location: Cape Cod
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today (if you wish) we will take you to the ferry port, where you can travel by ferry to Martha's Vineyard (Optional trip - you are also free to spend the day at leisure if you wish). A day exploring this beautiful island is followed by a night out to remember at the Melody Tent!
Day 10 : Cape Cod & Hyannis
Location: Cape Cod
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, our last full day in the Cape Cod area, we will take you on a driving tour to the Kennedy Compound, the JFK Memorial and then you will have free time to visit the JFK Library in Hyannis before doing some shopping in this lovely costal town. Tonight, the group will go out for dinner and entertainment locally.
Day 11 : Boston Massachusetts
Location: Boston
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
It is time to travel from the beautiful coastal area of Cape Cod, but first, we will stop at The Mayflower and Plymouth Rock to pay homage to the Founding Fathers of the United States. Then it is time to make our way back to Boston. After checking in to our hotel we will have time to explore the area a little before going out to enjoy live music this evening.
Day 12 : Boston Massachusetts
Location: Boston
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast a visit to the Cheers Bar and other wonderful Boston Attractions await you.
Day 13 : Boston Massachusetts
Location: Boston
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast this morning, we will take you to the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum before waving you off at Boston Logan Airport.
What's Included
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Accommodation
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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Fully Guided
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Transport
What's Not Included
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Additional Services
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Insurance
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International Travel
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Optional
Check out our Q&As
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes, full details will be provided on your tour itinerary
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes we can - please ask for details
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What currencies are required for this tour?
US Dollars
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes, subject to confirmation of arrival and departure times of your flights.
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Does Travelling Time offer financial protection and bonding?
Yes. In fact every penny of your money is protected by our TTA Membership - Q1893 and for flight inclusive trips we have an Air Travel Organisers Licence ATOL T7516
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How long has the tour company been trading?
30 + Years
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes - Our tours are very flexible and you can join us for all or part of the tour. Please get in touch to discuss.
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