 Cruise the Bays and Railways of New England
Travel by yacht and riverboat, steam train and cog railway, past mountains, mansions, seacoasts, and farms on this journey through all six New England states. Begin your New England experience with a fabulous welcome lobster dinner. Ride the Conway Scenic Railroad past sheer bluffs, steep ravines, cascading brooks and streams, panoramic mountain vistas, and across the famed Frankenstein Trestle. Savor a dinner cruise aboard a yacht in Newport. Stay at Foxwoods, the world's biggest casino! Highlights
Boston, Lobster Dinner, Casco Bay, Conway Scenic Railroad, Crawford Notch, Mount Washington Cog Railway, Green Mountain Flyer Train, Foxwoods Resort Casino, Essex Steam Train & Riverboat, Newport Dinner Cruise Collette Experience Enjoy a locally guided tour of historic Boston, including a visit to the famed Faneuil Hall marketplace.Savor the true taste of New England during a welcome dinner featuring Maine's famous, fresh lobster.Cruise the shorelines of Little and Great Diamond islands, the Connecticut River and Newport.Climb aboard New England's scenic railways and view the Frankenstein Trestle, Mount Washington and Vermont's countryside.Spend 2 nights at Foxwoods Resort Casino - the largest casino in the world, with 4.7 million square feet! |
| Call (800) 747-8728 for more information or to book today! Mention code 8723981 | | Collette Vacations | | Offer valid through 12/31/2009 | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Boston | Boston, Massachusetts - Tour Begins : Behold the beautiful bays and travel the historic railways of spectacular New England! From mouth-watering seafood to breathtaking views and charming towns, Collette Vacations' exciting new adventure showcases the very best of this coastal region. | | Day 2 | Portland | Boston - Portland, Maine : Discover the history and charm that abound in Boston. A sightseeing tour features the Old South Meeting House which in 1773 was the organizing point for the Boston Tea Party; the Public Gardens, the gathering place of patriots; Old North Church; historic Beacon Hill; and the U.S.S. Constitution - the oldest commissioned warship afloat in the world. Later, take a stroll around the famed Faneuil Hall marketplace, sampling its eclectic and tempting assortment of food and visiting its many boutiques and shops! Then, depart for the enchanting rock bound coast of Maine. En route to Portland, enjoy a picture stop at Portland Head Light, a stately lighthouse located in Cape Elizabeth. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a very special welcome dinner of fresh native lobster for which coastal Maine is renowned. | | Day 3 | Portland | Portland : This morning you'll enjoy a tour through the city of Portland featuring a visit to the Portland Harbor Museum. Next, climb aboard a ferry for a cruise of Casco Bay. This scenic cruise follows an inner bay route that takes you past gorgeous Victorian cottages that are dotted along the shorelines of Little and Great Diamond islands. The remainder of your afternoon is at leisure to discover the bustling center of downtown Portland. | | Day 4 | North Conway | Portland - North Conway, New Hampshire : Depart Maine and journey through the lovely New England countryside to New Hampshire. Board the Conway Scenic Railroad for a nostalgic ride across the famed Frankenstein Trestle and Willey Brook Bridge in which sheer bluffs, steep ravines, cascading brooks and streams, and panoramic mountain vistas paint nature's canvas outside your window. This afternoon, enjoy time in the quaint village of North Conway before arriving at the hotel, nestled in the heart of the Mount Washington Valley. Tonight, enjoy dinner at leisure in the hotel's lovely dining room. | | Day 5 | Stratton | North Conway - Stratton, Vermont : This morning you drive along the scenic Crawford Notch - the steep and narrow gorge of the Saco River - through the White Mountains of New Hampshire. Surrounding the White Mountain trail you can find glaciated mountains, swamps and lakes. Elevations along this trail range from 500 to 4,000 feet; some isolated peaks rise higher than 5,000 feet! Ride up Mount Washington aboard the world's first mountain climbing cog railway - a truly exciting and unforgettable experience. | | Day 6 | Vermont | Vermont : Get ready to discover the beauty of southern Vermont during a full day sightseeing tour. This morning, board Vermont's Green Mountain Flyer Train. Built in the 1850s, this remarkable train takes you on a nostalgic journey through Vermont's lush countryside and along two historic covered bridges. Stop at a local farm, where you will enjoy lunch and leisure time to explore the grounds, including the pastures, gardens and terraces. Perhaps you will choose to relax in the hammock by the river, play a game of horseshoes, or simply admire the scenery of Fox Chair Mountain. Before returning to your hotel, witness the elegance and beauty of the Friesian breed of horses when you attend a captivating Majestic Friesian performance at a working horse farm. | | Day 7 | Ledyard | Vermont - Ledyard, Connecticut : Today, travel to Connecticut for a visit to Foxwoods Resort Casino, the largest casino in the world, where you will have the chance to try your luck! Enjoy time to explore the six casinos, the many specialty shops and the plentiful entertainment options available. | | Day 8 | Connecticut | Connecticut : Today, explore some of the most beautiful countryside in the state, where lush forests, running streams, beautiful vistas and nostalgic towns create a natural wonderland at your fingertips. Behold incredible views of the Connecticut River as you take a ride aboard the Essex Steam Train. Then, board the Becky Thatcher River Boat where you will view several man-made wonders such as the bridges, ferries and river-front homes New England is known for, along with the historic Goodspeed Opera House and Gillette Castle. Throughout your journey, discover the history, natural wonders and legends that abound in these waters. | | Day 9 | Newport | Connecticut - Newport, Rhode Island : Depart Connecticut and travel along New England's pristine coast to the seaside town of Newport, RI. Enjoy a leisurely afternoon shopping at some of Newport's numerous boutiques or simply take a stroll down the famed Thames Street. Later tonight, join your fellow travelers and set sail for a very special farewell dinner cruise aboard a yacht. | | Day 10 | Tour ends | Newport - Tour Ends : |
| | | Crowne Plaza Boston-Newton | | The Eastland Park | | White Mountain Inn | | Inn at Stratton Mountain | | Foxwoods Resort Casino | | Hyatt Regency Hotel |
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Tour prices are Land Only rates based on per person double occupancy. Please call your agent for triple or child occupancy rates. Taxes and fees are additional for tours that feature a cruise; port taxes are not included in the prices shown. Some dates may feature various changes in hotels, sightseeing and inclusions. Please confirm your specific itinerary at the time of booking. |
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