Classic Fall Foliage (AB)

9 Day Tour from Boston to Boston

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Fall in love with Autumn in New England—from Boston to Bar Harbor and beyond as the season heralds its finest colors and cherished traditions. 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 from Massachusetts to Maine and much more in store. PLUS, your tour includes your choice of excursions in Newport so you can plan your day your way.

Small-Group Discovery Dates Available

Select Globus 2021 North America tours are limited to an average of just 24 guests per tour. 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 North America 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 Europe vacation is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.

Special Features Included in this Tour:
• Guided sightseeing in Boston
• Visit Acadia National Park
• Guided sightseeing in Bar Harbor and Portland
• Scenic drive through New Hampshire and the White Mountains
• Private event with local naturalist
• Visit a local dairy farm and scenic New England covered bridge
• View fall foliage in Franconia Notch State Park and along the Kancamagus Highway
• Tour the Norman Rockwell Studio & Museum
• Globus Choice excursion in Newport – included in your tour with your choice of a guided tour of the Breakers Mansion or a Newport Bay harbor cruise

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Meals

Meals & Itinerary

Breakfast daily, 1 Lunch, 4 Dinner

Notes:

• Visiting and participating in activities in this region may be subject to favorable weather conditions.

Itinerary

Day 1 ARRIVE IN BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS

Welcome to Beantown! At 6 pm, meet your traveling companions for a welcome drink. Your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming adventure.

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Day 2 BOSTON–PORTLAND, MAINE–BAR HARBOR

Sea Treasure Head north through New Hampshire and into Maine for Portland, one of New England’s most famous cities. Stroll down the cobblestone streets of Portland’s Old Port Exchange, lined with boutiques, coffee houses, and art galleries. Continue to Bar Harbor, on Mount Desert Island, Maine’s oldest summer resort. Enjoy the tastes of Maine for dinner tonight with a traditional lobster bake.

LOCAL FAVORITE
LOCAL TASTES Savor the culinary traditions of the Atlantic seaports with a lobster-bake dinner in historic Bar Harbor, featuring Maine lobster (or chicken, or steak), potatoes, and fresh corn-on-the-cob. Delicious!

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Dinner

Day 3 BAR HARBOR. EXCURSION TO ACADIA NATIONAL PARK

Atlantic Adventures Visit stunning Acadia National Park, including Cadillac Mountain and Jordan Pond. Discover the unique sounds of the waves at Thunder Hole and take in the majestic views from Otter Point. Walk on a historic carriage road alongside peaceful ponds and lush forests. Continue to Agamont Park in Bar Harbor and enjoy free time this evening.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
RUSTIC ROADS Carriage roads were added to Acadia National Park by John D. Rockefeller, Jr. for people and horses to travel through nature in a serene environment, free of automobiles. Forty-five miles of paths weave around the mountains and valleys of the park and are still motor-free.

ENHANCED FREE TIME
EXPLORE MORE in Bar Harbor with a walk on the Bar Harbor Shore Path, visit to the Bar Harbor Whale Museum, or consider a guided bike ride. Your Tour Director has suggestions for your free time, and your GlobusGO mobile app puts all the possibilities right at your fingertips.

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Breakfast

Day 4 BAR HARBOR–NORTH CONWAY, NEW HAMPSHIRE

Naturally Beautiful New England 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 Raven Interpretive Program with a Local Naturalist. Free time this evening.

LOCAL FAVORITE
WILD & WONDERFUL Travel through New England’s great White Mountains including the unique topography and wildlife on your way to New Hampshire’s Raven Interpretive Program site. Join a Local Naturalist to hear the fascinating stories about the unique environs of northern New England and the wealth of local wildlife here.

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Day 5 NORTH CONWAY–WOODSTOCK, VERMONT–STRATTON

Spectacular Sights & Bites Visit an iconic covered bridge and take photos of the classic New England fall colors. Then, enjoy lunch at Franconia State Park, a top New England spot for leaf peeping. Continue on 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 Stratton Mountain Lodge in the Green Mountain National Forest.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
LOCAL TRADITIONS Visit beautiful Billings Farm & Museum for a glimpse into Vermont’s rural traditions of the past. You’ll witness life on a working dairy farm and enjoy a locally made treat to make your visit even sweeter!

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Lunch

Dinner

Day 6 STRATTON–STOCKBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS–STURBRIDGE

Classic Americana Journey south to Stockbridge in the Berkshire Mountains for a visit to the Norman Rockwell Studio & Museum, housing a large collection of works by one of America’s most iconic artists. Continue to Sturbridge for dinner at a local restaurant and an overnight stay at the Publick House Historic Inn.

LOCAL FAVORITE
ACCOMMODATION SPOTLIGHT Enjoy an overnight at the Publick House Historic Inn, with American colonial architecture and historic New England atmosphere that has maintained its 18th-century ambiance with modern comforts. The inn is a member of the Historic Hotels of America with a rich history dating back to the American Revolution.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURAL GEM Perhaps no other American artist has captured the time in which he lived than Norman Rockwell. His paintings of American life bear the strokes of a simpler life that evoke deep emotion by those who view it. Capture the illustrations of Americana with a visit to the Norman Rockwell Museum and experience moments of American life preserved for future generations.

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Day 7 STURBRIDGE–MYSTIC SEAPORT, CONNECTICUT–NEWPORT, RHODE ISLAND

Into the Mystic After a leisurely morning, visit Mystic Seaport Museum, a living testament to life in the 1800s and the traditions of this New England coastal village on the bracing Mystic Seaport. Learn about whaling life and seafarer tales of old with a fascinating look at life on the New England coast. On to Rhode Island, the “Ocean State” for a free evening.

ENHANCED FREE TIME
Explore more in Newport! Newport is a charming coastal city with glamorous yachts, a rugged coastline and Gilded Age mansions. Newport was a critical Colonial Era port city and played a significant role in the American Revolution, as it was occupied by the British for three years. Discover life in Newport today with a sunset stroll on the Cliff Walk or enjoy a lobster roll on the waterfront.

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Day 8 NEWPORT

Spend your day your way in Newport Today, enjoy a Newport orientation tour and see the first state house, the nation’s oldest synagogue, Ocean Drive, and St. Mary’s Church. Then explore more of Newport with your choice of included Globus Choice Excursions.

HIGH SOCIETY

Rub elbows with the iconic figures of the Gilded Age on a guided tour to explore The Breakers' the grandest of Newport's summer "cottages." This National Historic Landmark and home of the Vanderbilts is a one-in-a-million experience!

BAY DREAMING

Dream a little dream on a scenic narrated cruise on magnificent Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay. Learn the rich history and local traditions of this legendary seaport.

This evening, your Tour Director hosts a special farewell dinner at a local restaurant.

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Dinner

Day 9 NEWPORT–BOSTON

Boston’s Bold History Depart this morning for Boston. Take a guided walking tour of the city’s highlights. After a transfer to the airport for departing guests, 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. Want to explore more of Boston on your own? Extra nights are available for purchase.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ICONIC FOOTSTEPS Listen, my children, and you shall hear about the midnight ride of Paul Revere! Take a guided walking tour of the legendary landmarks of Boston. Here, in the cradle of liberty, you’ll walk in the iconic footsteps of American forefathers along the Boston Common, the Old State House, Old North Church (where Paul Revere got the signal to start his famous ride), Freedom Trail, and Faneuil Hall - with the opportunity to browse in Quincy Market.

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Breakfast

Tour Director

With GLOBUS, there’s no better way to get to know your destination than through the eyes of a Tour Director. We’d like you to meet one of our Tour Directors, who average over a decade of experience and are representative of the type of expert that will be with you on your vacation.

HILLARY JOHNSON

Escorting tours for more than 20 years

“During a summer in Ireland when I was 12, I was bitten by the "travel bug." I lived in Europe and became a Tour Director after graduating with a degree in European Languages. I am never as alive as when I am on the road. The haunting echo of a saxophone on a New Orleans street, the heady evening perfume of Jasmine in bloom, the sweet taste of a beignet, and the joyous "AA-eeeee!" of a Cajun dancer all need to be experienced... observing them from afar is not enough.”

Accommodations

Optional Excursions

No matter what you’re into: food, wine, history, art, music or anything else, we give you the freedom to personalize your vacation with optional excursions that speak to your interests.

When you book your excursions with us, you can be assured that every optional excursion that we offer coordinates with the free time that you'll have in your destination, so you'll never have conflicts between included and optional activities. Our team of travel experts carefully selects each optional excursion that we offer to ensure that you receive the highest quality at a great value. Our tried-and-true partners have a finger on the pulse of the city in which they operate so they deliver the very best experiences. We offer experiences you cannot create on your own and because you’re booking with us, we coordinate all your transportation and timing needs.

The following optional excursions are examples only for this vacation. These may or may not be offered, and availability is subject to days of operation and seasonality. Please select a departure date to view optional excursions and pricing for a specific date (due to currency fluctuation, pricing shown is subject to change until purchased). Optional excursions are available for purchase on our MyGlobus site 90 days prior to the tour start date.

Price Ranges

$ ($50 CAD and under)
$$ ($51 - $100 CAD)
$$$ ($101 - $150 CAD)
$$$$ (Over $150)

Newport

HIGH SOCIETY

Price Range: $

BAY DREAMING

Dream a little dream on a scenic narrated cruise on magnificent Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay. Learn the rich history and local traditions of this legendary seaport.

Price Range: $$

The “Starting at” or listed price is based on the lowest price available to book. Price is per person based on twin occupancy and any applicable port charges, non-commissionable taxes and fees and intra-vacation flight are included in the price shown. Any included overnight stay in Canada, applicable GST/HST is also included in the price shown. International airfare, however, is not included. If price is crossed out, the new price shown includes a limited time promotional offer(s). Please review current promotions or deals for additional information.

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