Classic Fall Foliage

Classic Fall Foliage

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Classic Fall Foliage

9 Days Starting and ending in Boston, Massachusetts

Visiting: North America

Tour operator:

Globus

Tour code:

AB-2024

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

From: $4375 $3988 Operator discount: -$388

NB: Prices correct on 09-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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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

  • Arrive in Boston, Massachusetts and meet your traveling companions

  • Visit stunning Acadia National Park and enjoy the scenic park road and spectacular panoramas from the summit of Cadillac Mountain

  • Explore Bar Harbor and enjoy an excursion to Acadia National Park

  • Discover the scenic White Mountains, New England’s greatest range and premier outdoor playground

  • Visit an iconic covered bridge and take photos of the classic New England fall colors in North Conway, Woodstock, Vermont, and Killington

  • Enjoy a Newport orientation tour and see the first state house, the nation’s oldest synagogue, and St. Mary’s Church

  • Visit the Vanderbilt home at the Breakers in Newport

  • Take a guided walking tour of Boston’s landmarks

Places You'll See

Sheraton Boston Hotel

Atlantic Oceanside Hotel

North Conway Grand Hotel

Killington Grand Resort Hotel

Killington Mountain Lodge

Publick House Historic Inn

Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina

Itinerary

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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

  • Welcome Drink in Boston

    Start your tour with a welcome drink in Boston, where you'll meet your traveling companions and tour director.

  • Guided Tours

    Enjoy guided tours of Boston's landmarks, Acadia National Park, the White Mountains, and the Vanderbilt home at the Breakers in Newport.

  • Excursions

    Explore Bar Harbor with an excursion to Acadia National Park and enjoy a Newport orientation tour.

  • 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.

  • Meals

    Breakfast daily, along with 4 dinners, ensuring a blend of convenience and the chance to explore local cuisines.

  • Transportation

    Travel comfortably between destinations with all transportation included as per itinerary.

What's Not Included

  • Airfare

    International and domestic airfare are not included and must be arranged by travelers.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers to ensure protection.

  • Some Meals

    Not all meals are covered, providing you the opportunity to explore and enjoy local cuisines on your own.

  • Personal Expenses

    Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, minibar, and tips are not included.

  • 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 Hotel
Bar Harbor:Atlantic Oceanside Hotel
North Conway:North Conway Grand Hotel
Killington:Killington Mountain Lodge
Killington:Killington Grand Resort Hotel
Sturbridge:Publick House Historic Inn
Newport: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

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • What type of meals are included in the tour package?

    The tour package includes breakfast daily and 4 dinners.

  • Is transportation between tour locations included?

    Yes, all transportation between destinations as per the itinerary is included.

  • 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.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    For over 90 years.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies

  • 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.

  • 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.

Reviews of this operator

Lisset  

Great Value for your Money

19-Dec-2022

This is my second time travelling with Globus, would have been my third if not for COVID. The way they plan everything is super organized, the tour managers are very caring and knowledgeable. We always enjoy all the site visits planned for each trip. They start by picking you up from the airport and from then on everything is taken care of up until the last day of your trip, even dropping you off at the airport not matter the time of day or night. The hotels at every city are always great and centrally located so you can walk around during your free time or plan your own visits to different sites.

Joan Cupp (Google Reviewer)  

My go-to escorted travel Co My...

01-Mar-2024

My go-to escorted travel Co My 4th trip with Globus and the did not disappoint. The sales deals they offer make it affordable for me to travel. All of the guides are well versed in the history of the area you travel in.

David R  

What a wonderful trip, thanks Globus

10-Jan-2023

Globus is my favorite travel agency. I tried others, but always come back to Globus. It is a 100% stress free one-stop shop. Easy booking with flight, hotel, transportation and travel insurance all in one place. Great customer service at reasonable prices. Lots of information prepared for the trip to handle travel logistics. I planned and booked my trip within 24 hours. Highly recommended to everyon

Alexander Wright  

Great guide, accommodations, and tours.

28-Dec-2022

We had a fantastic guide, with a great mix of free time and guided tours.

CTRTeach 11  

Globus exceeded my expectations!

20-Dec-2022

This is my first Globus tour. I was pleasantly surprised with the depth and quality. The hotels were top notch, and the cruise on the Nile exceeded my expectations. The cabins were roomy and comfortable, and the food was very good.

Nancy Arias  

The experience was amazing!!

30-Dec-2022

The trip was amazing. Our tour guide was so kind and very knowledgeable. I needed to attend a very important meeting via zoom. She was very understanding and accommodating to my needs and made it happen. I was very grateful! Our driver was by far the best driver I’ve ever encountered! I was beyond impressed with our guide, driver and trip!! I will definitely be back for another adventure!!

Irish Beth Maddock (Google Reviewer)  

Did the Globus Highlands and...

30-Sep-2023

Did the Globus Highlands and Islands Scottish Tour with Ian and Allister. What a trip!! With his sharp wit, immense knowledge and fun humour, Ian absolutely brought Scotland to vivid life with his many tales, informative quips and total, utter passion for history. Was spellbound. Am so VERY thankful I had the opportunity to be on Ian's last bus tour before retiring with Globus. In addition, to being so hard working and helpful, with Allister our driver, I cannot tell you how safe and secure I felt in his capable driving hands. He had some very awkward traffic and interesting roads to navigate with our large bus, (especially on the islands and up north) but he handled it all expertly and without a hitch. So much so, I was able to relax and enjoy the journey. All in all, with our tour, you could tell both these kind men cared very much for those of us who needed the extra help and advice. Made my bucket list trip to Scotland so memorable and wonderful. Thank you Ian and Allister! Globus is truly fortunate to have you both.

Patty Walker (Google Reviewer)  

Specifically, Cosmos Tour of Ireland...

11-Aug-2024

Specifically, Cosmos Tour of Ireland and Scotland. August 2024. Let me begin with the positive , the Tour guide was knowledgable, personable and educated! He also was extremely professional and took a genuine interest in providing the highest quality of service to the client. The bus was clean and comfortable and well maintained. The driver was highly experienced and provided excellent transportation. The excursions were acceptable and enjoyable. The Variety of age groups on the trip made for wonderful traveling companions. But unfortunately, that is where the positive ends. The Leonardo hotels that are part of the chain and experience for this specific tour are below quality. We spent a night in a room with a leak in the ceiling. That was known before we checked in and continued to leak while we were there. Another Leonardo hotel, we could not get out of our room. Due to the carpet being ripped up and blocking the door. Most of these hotels I would have walked away from, had I been on my own individual trip. The customer service is missing, customer safety is also missing in these hotels. There is lack of concern to assist customers to their rooms even when it is there responsibility to change the room, there isn't assistance offered. Never have I experienced where you had to absolutely be your own advocate. Because there is no customer concern or care. Quality of food provided is also below standards. It is frowned upon if you request something and often denied. We even had a situation where another individual was placed in the same room we were in and it was considered a "oh well too bad for you." Again, we had to transport our own luggage and bags to a new room. Only after we were our own advocates. We said this stranger and ourselves are not going to stay in the same room. Finally, we received a good room, a room that would be found acceptable in every day normal travel, and we had to change again. Because there was a missing part in a Radiator and this was known to the hotel but yet they still booked us into a room. The radiator would not turn off and the room was steaming hot. So once again, we had to transfer all of our luggage and personal items and trudged down stairwell and elevators to once again change rooms. This is so sad for a bucket list, once in a lifetime, save your money and go on your anniversary trip. The rooms are old and out, dated with stains and tears in carpets and materials. Some of the missing items are a safety concern. Buyer beware! The communication for traveling in other countries is not to the level of customer service and satisfaction that we are used to, we did not expect this level of unacceptable accommodations, much like staying in a hostile. It is the Globus/Cosmos Travel companies responsibility to make sure their accommodations for housing is up to the level of expectations of their customers. The accommodations provided are a reflection of Globus/Cosmos business model and integrity in the global travel industry. This is not everything we experienced, but just a few examples. At this time, their brand appears to be old, outdated, without concern or care for the safety of their clients or their health and welfare as applied to accomodations.Customer service, is their lost art. Choose carefully for travel service. And I would not recommend Globus or Cosmos.

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06-Jul-2024

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Lynda Bailey (Google Reviewer)  

I really enjoyed my Cosmos...

11-Jun-2024

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  • Low Deposit

    Globus requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of globus charges.

    Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.

    At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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