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From historic Revolutionary landmarks in Boston and Concord to the peaceful vistas of coastal Maine, rural New Hampshire, and Vermont’s maple syrup farms, this 12‑day journey blends culture, history, and natural beauty. Ferry across Lake Champlain and explore the Olympic setting of Lake Placid, the serene Hudson Valley orchards, and the storied grounds of West Point Military Academy. Begin and end in New York City with hop-on/hop-off sightseeing in Manhattan.
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Itineraries
Day 1
New York City, New York
Welcome to New York City! Your evening is free.
Day 2
New York City
The Big Apple – Meet your Globus representative in the lobby this morning before enjoying a free day in New York City with an included pass for an easy hop‑on, hop‑off sightseeing tour of the city’s most iconic landmarks. FREE TIME TIPS EXPLORE MORE in New York City – the city that never sleeps! Find the perfect place to eat in this melting pot of cultures from around the world.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 3
New York City – Boston, Massachusetts
Welcome to Bean Town! Meet your Tour Director this morning and drive to Boston. At 6 pm, join your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 4
Boston. Excursion to Lexington and Concord
Revolutionary Roads – Visit Lexington, the “birthplace of America.” Afterwards, lunch at the historic Concord Colonial Inn. Return to Boston for a sightseeing tour with a Local Guide focusing on the city’s most prominent landmarks of the Freedom Trail. Free time this evening to explore Boston.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 5
Boston – Salem – Portland, Maine
Witchcraft & Watchtowers – Travel to Salem for a guided tour of the 1692 witch trials. Continue on to coastal Maine to see Cape Neddick’s Nubble Lighthouse and take in a special presentation about its keeper. Continue to Portland for an orientation tour, then enjoy free time this evening.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 6
Portland – Freeport – Bartlett, New Hampshire
Visit the Casco Bay village of Freeport, home to the legendary L.L. Bean and a thriving culinary and craft beer scene. Enjoy a special regional treat tasting before continuing west into New Hampshire, visiting a picturesque covered bridge before continuing further into the White Mountains for your overnight stay at the historic Eagle Mountain House.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 7
Jackson–Montpelier, Vermont–Fairlee
Travel to Montpelier, the capital of Vermont, for an orientation tour and free time. Visit a historic maple syrup farm, where you’ll learn the art of making maple syrup and enjoy a local treat. Continue through the Green Mountains to your lakeside resort for a free evening.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 8
Fairlee–Shelburne–Lake Champlain–Lake Placid, New York
Visit the Shelburne Heritage Park, and continue to the shores of Lake Champlain and board a scenic ferry for the crossing into New York. Travel through the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains, visiting a [LF] local vineyard for a wine tasting en-route to the village of Lake Placid, the site of the 1932 and 1980 Winter Olympics. This evening is free to explore the village or walk along Mirror Lake.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 9
Lake Placid
High Achievements — This morning, Visit the site of the 1980 Winter Olympic Games. Remainder of the day is free.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 10
Lake Placid–Saratoga Springs–Kingston
Scenic drive through the Adirondack Mountains to Saratoga Springs, a historical and cultural center known for the Saratoga Race Course, horses, and mineral springs. Continue on a scenic drive to Kingston, New York. Enjoy a scenic cruise on the Hudson River passing by stoic lighthouses and stunning waterfront mansions. See the benchmark of Victorian opulence sailing by the Wyndcliff Mansion, Vanderbilt Mansion, and The Rosemont.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 11
Kingston–West Point–Tarrytown
After breakfast, visit the Norman Rockwell Museum. Founded in 1969, this museum has the world’s largest and most significant collection of Rockwell drawings and paintings by the legendary American illustrator. Continue south to West Point Military Academy for an exclusive tour with a Local Guide. Continue to the town of Tarrytown, home to the fabled Sleepy Hollow Cemetery made famous by Washington Irving’s short story The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. Tonight, your Tour Director hosts a special farewell dinner.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 12
Tarrytown–New York City
The Headless Horseman — Tour the historic Sleepy Hollow Cemetery with a [LF] Local Guide to unlock some of the secrets behind this famous place of rest. Continue to New Jersey where your vacation ends at Newark International Airport or the New York City tour hotel for those with post‑nights. Schedule departing flights from Newark after 4 pm.
Meals Included: Breakfast
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11 nights' accommodation in hand-picked, quality hotels across New England and the Hudson Valley
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11 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 4 Dinners
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Travel Director and Driver throughout the tour
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All porterage and restaurant gratuities
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All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
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Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
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Private, air-conditioned coach with comfortable seating
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Explore New York City, Boston, and Sleepy Hollow with a Local Guide
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Discover Cape Neddick, Salem, Stowe, Lake Placid, Saratoga Springs, and Kingston
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Visit the Norman Rockwell Museum, Olympic Museum, West Point Military Academy, and Sleepy Hollow Cemetery
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Learn the legend of the Headless Horseman at Sleepy Hollow Cemetery
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Enjoy a Local Favorite lunch at the historic Concord Colonial Inn
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Presentation on lighthouse life at Cape Neddick’s Nubble Lighthouse
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Experience a traditional Vermont maple syrup farm
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Scenic stop and walk at Quechee Gorge, Vermont's “Little Grand Canyon”
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Ferry crossing over Lake Champlain into New York State
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Scenic Hudson River cruise passing iconic waterfront mansions and lighthouses, including Wyndcliff Mansion, Vanderbilt Mansion, and The Rosemont
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