Classic North American Journeys
Sample itineraries
Charming New England & Mighty Niagara Falls
From £1495
This leisurely 14 night fly-drive tour of charming New England and mighty Niagara Falls is a must for lovers of great scenery, thundering waterfalls, picturesque villages, fascinating history and scenic coastline.
Holiday Hightlights:
- Historic Boston
- The White Mountains of New Hampshire
- The Green Mountains of Vermont
- Lake Placid
- Hudson Valley
- Niagara Falls
- Newport and the extravagant Rhode Island mansions
- Cape Cod and the beaches
- Whale watching (in season)
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Pretty hamlets and beautiful countryside
Per person prices are based on off-peak season. Please call for your preferred date of departure.
Fall season in this region is especially stunning- late September through October.
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Cost per person includes-
- Flights from the UK return to Boston
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Mid size car hire from day 3 of the tour (car not required in Boston)
- 14 nights in superior accommodation in sought after locations
- A personalised road book which is a complete guide to travelling withinNorth America and provides bespoke driving instructions for your holiday.
(Citytours)
Day 1 & 2 Boston
Famous for everything from the Red Sox and Paul Revere to "Cheers" and clam "Chowdah", Boston is a popular destination for so many reasons. Part history lesson, part modern metropolis, the Hub offers attractions to suit every taste and interest. Hop on the Freedom Trail, a well-preserved pedestrian path that weaves in and out of historic neighbourhoods. Between landmarks, you can shop the fabulous stores on Newbury Street, have a delicious authentic Italian meal in the North End or browse the antique shops and distinctive red-brick buildings of Beacon Hill.
Accommodation: Hilton Financial District, Boston or similiar
Day 3 & 4 To White Mountains, New Hampshire
Distance: 164 miles
En route to scenic New Hampshire, be sure to visit Salem and discover the witch history here, later, shop North Conway's factory outlets. A drive along the Kancapagus Highway, is a must, and in the Fall season strikingly beautiful . Once in the White Mountains visit Franconia Notch or ascend mighty Mount Washington. Take a ride on the Conway Scenic Railroad, or visit the pretty lakes region. Stay in Jackson or North Conway.
Accommodation: Eagle Mountain House or similar
Day 5 To Green Mountains, Vermont
Distance: 130 miles
If you spent the night in Jackson or North Conway, travel along the Kancamagus Highway to Lincoln. Head for tiny Woodstock, Vermont, a quintessential New England village with traditional shops, a village green and a covered bridge. Be sure to stop at picturesque Quechee Gorge, a New England mini Grand canyon, for breathtaking vistas.
Accommodation: Golden Eagle Resort or similar
Day 6 Lake Placid, New York State
Distance: 135 miles
Today travel along the edge of the Green Moutains via the charming village of Middlebury into New York State and then through the Adirondack Mountains to Lake Placid, site of the 1980 Winter Olympics.
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Resort Lake Placid or similar
Day 7 & 8 To Niagara Falls
Distance: 375 miles
Niagara Falls appeals to something in everyone. The sudden drop of the Niagara River, dividing the US and Canada, creates one of the most spectacular waterfalls on the continent. Enjoy a Maid of the Mist cruise, a helicopter tour or a walk along the banks.
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Niagara Falls or similar
Day 9 & 10 Sturbridge, Massachusetts
Distance: 395 miles
Today your scenic journey along the edge of the New York Finger Lakes region takes you past the foothills of the Adirondacks, and over the Hudson River into Massachusetts' scenic Berkshire Hills. Spend your time here exploring Old Sturbridge Village, a fascinating living museum of 19th century life.
Accommodation: Sturbridge Host or similiar
Days 11 & 12 To Newport, Rhode Island
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Distance: 185 miles
Today you head for Newport, Rhode Island, a stop en route in Connecticut at the Mystic Seaport Museum, America's largest maritime museum, is well worth a visit. Continue to Newport, summer resort of America's first millionaires. Spend the day on a spectacular beach; tour the Cliff Walk and legendary Ten Mile Drive with its extravagant summer mansions. Newport's restored waterfront features many shops and restaurants and is a great place to hang out in the evening..
Accommodation: Hotel Viking, Newport or similar
Days 13 & 14 To Cape Cod
Distance: 75 miles
Travel to Cape Cod, a fabulous summer resort with miles of white sandy beaches and abundant attractions. Plan a whale watching cruise (in season), a visit historic to Chatham or colourful, artistic Provincetown at the very tip of Cape Cod. A ferry trip to nearby Martha's Vineyard or Nantucket, both quaint islands untouched by time, are also a must.
Accommodation: Resort & Conference Center, Hyannis or similar
Day 15 To Boston
Distance: 75 miles
En route to Boston, visit pretty Sandwich, the Cape's oldest town. History Buff? You'll love Plimoth Plantation, a living museum depicting life in 1627. There will be time for brunch in Boston or the Cape before driving to the airport and your early evening flight home.
