Classic Fall Foliage
Classic Fall Foliage
Classic Fall Foliage
9 Days Starting and ending in Boston, Massachusetts
Visiting: North America
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Tour code:
AB-2024
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Mother Nature meets our Founding Fathers on this electrifying fall foliage tour through historic and bucolic New England. As you witness the blazing reds, oranges, and yellows of autumn’s turning leaves, you’ll also be introduced to the country’s early trailblazers and most curious of characters. Trace the steps of Paul Revere, John Adams, and Benjamin Franklin through the storied streets of Boston. Walk the halls of Cornelius Vanderbilt’s opulent Newport mansion. Feast your eyes on the world’s largest collection of Rockwell originals at the Norman Rockwell Studio & Museum in Stockbridge. Yet no palette is as bright as the fiery leaves of the oaks, poplars, and maples that line the striking Maine coastline, adorn the rocky headlands of Acadia National Park, and shelter the quaint, covered-bridge countryside of Vermont and New Hampshire. This is leaf peeping and sightseeing at its absolute finest.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Boston,Massachussets
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Courtyard Boston Downtown
At 6 pm, meet your traveling companions for a welcome drink. Your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming adventure.
Day 2: Boston,Portland,Maine,Bar Harbor
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Atlantic Oceanside Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3: Bar Harbor. Excursion To Acadia National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Atlantic Oceanside Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Visit stunning Acadia National Park. During your visit, take the scenic park road for spectacular panoramas from the summit of Cadillac Mountain, the first place in the continental U.S. to see the sunrise each day. Free time this evening.
Day 4: Bar Harbor,North Conway,New Hampshire
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: North Conway Grand Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Back to the mainland and west through Maine for vistas of sparkling lakes and forests. Then, on to New Hampshire and the scenic White Mountains, New England’s greatest range and premier outdoor playground. Later, enjoy the [LF] Raven Interpretive Program with a Local Naturalist. Free time this evening.
Day 5: North Conway,Woodstock,Vermont,Killington
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Killington Grand Resort Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visit an iconic covered bridge and take photos of the classic New England fall colors. Then, enjoy a beautiful drive through Franconia Notch and along the renowned Kancamagus Highway. Hugging the Connecticut River, cross into Vermont and visit Woodstock, its village green reminiscent of 19th-century England. Visit Billings Farm & Museum. Continue to Killington.
Day 6: Killington,Stockbridge,Sturbridge
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Publick House Historic Inn
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 7: Sturbridge,Mystic Seaport,Newport,Rhode Island
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina
Meals Included: Breakfast
After a leisure morning, visit Mystic Seaport and the Museum of America and the Sea. On to Rhode Island, the “Ocean State” for a free evening.
Day 8: Newport
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today, enjoy a Newport orientation tour and see the first state house, the nation’s oldest synagogue, and St. Mary’s Church. Afterward, visit the Vanderbilt home at the Breakers. Then, your Tour Director hosts a special farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 9: Newport,Boston
Meals Included: Breakfast
Depart this morning for Boston and take a guided walking tour of the city’s landmarks. After a transfer to the airport for guests with homebound flights, the motorcoach continues downtown to the tour hotel, where the tour ends. Please schedule flights from Boston’s Logan International Airport after 3:30 pm.
What's Included
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Welcome Drink in Boston
Start your tour with a welcome drink in Boston, where you'll meet your traveling companions and tour director.
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Guided Tours
Enjoy guided tours of Boston's landmarks, Acadia National Park, the White Mountains, and the Vanderbilt home at the Breakers in Newport.
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Excursions
Explore Bar Harbor with an excursion to Acadia National Park and enjoy a Newport orientation tour.
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Accommodations
Stay in carefully selected hotels throughout your journey, including Courtyard Boston Downtown, Atlantic Oceanside Hotel in Bar Harbor, Killington Grand Resort Hotel, Publick House Historic Inn in Sturbridge, and Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina.
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Meals
Breakfast daily, along with 4 dinners, ensuring a blend of convenience and the chance to explore local cuisines.
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Transportation
Travel comfortably between destinations with all transportation included as per itinerary.
What's Not Included
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Airfare
International and domestic airfare are not included and must be arranged by travelers.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers to ensure protection.
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Some Meals
Not all meals are covered, providing you the opportunity to explore and enjoy local cuisines on your own.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, minibar, and tips are not included.
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Optional Excursions
Optional excursions and activities not listed in the itinerary are available at an additional cost.
Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select North America dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.
Meals
Breakfast daily, 1 Lunch, 4 Dinner
Accommodation
Boston:Sheraton Boston HotelBar Harbor:Atlantic Oceanside HotelNorth Conway:North Conway Grand HotelKillington:Killington Mountain LodgeKillington:Killington Grand Resort HotelSturbridge:Publick House Historic InnNewport:Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina
Notes
Visiting and participating in activities in this region may be subject to favorable weather conditions.
Check out our Q&As
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What activities are included in the Acadia National Park excursion?
The Acadia National Park excursion includes taking the scenic park road for spectacular panoramas from the summit of Cadillac Mountain.
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Are there any special programs included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes the Raven Interpretive Program with a Local Naturalist in New Hampshire's White Mountains.
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What type of meals are included in the tour package?
The tour package includes breakfast daily and 4 dinners.
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Is transportation between tour locations included?
Yes, all transportation between destinations as per the itinerary is included.
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What kind of accommodations can I expect during the tour?
Accommodations include carefully selected hotels such as Courtyard Boston Downtown, Atlantic Oceanside Hotel in Bar Harbor, Killington Grand Resort Hotel, Publick House Historic Inn in Sturbridge, and Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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Low Deposit
Barrhead Travel requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 98 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of barrhead travel charges.
Up to 98 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 97 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 28 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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