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 up Mt. Washington aboard the world’s first mountain-climbing cog railway. Take the Conway Scenic Railroad past sheer bluffs and across the famed Frankenstein Trestle. Savour a dinner cruise aboard a yacht in Newport. Visit Foxwoods Resort Casino, the largest casino in North America!

Experiences

• Enjoy a locally guided tour of historic Boston, including a visit to the famed Faneuil Hall marketplace.
• Savour 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 Mount Washington, Vermont’s countryside and the Connecticut River.

Itinerary

Day 1: 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, this Collette Holiday showcases the very best of this coastal region.

Day 2: Boston - Portland, Maine
Discover the history and charm that abound in Boston during a sightseeing tour featuring the Old South Meeting House, the Public Gardens, Old North Church, historic Beacon Hill and the U.S.S. Constitution. 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 rockbound coast of Maine. Tonight, join your fellow travellers for a very special welcome dinner of fresh native lobster for which coastal Maine is renowned.
Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

Day 3: Portland
A tour through the city of Portland features a visit to the Portland Harbor Museum. Next, climb aboard a ferry for a cruise of Casco Bay. This scenic cruise of the inner bay takes you past gorgeous Victorian cottages dotted along the shorelines of Little and Great Diamond islands. The remainder of your afternoon is at leisure.
Today breakfast will be included.

Day 4: Portland - North Conway, New Hampshire
Stop at Portland Head Light, a stately lighthouse located in Cape Elizabeth, for photos before journeying through the lovely New England countryside to New Hampshire. This afternoon you’ll have time at leisure in the quaint village of North Conway before arriving at your hotel, nestled in the heart of the Mount Washington Valley.
Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

Day 5: North Conway - Mount Washington - Stratton, Vermont
Drive along scenic Crawford Notch – the steep and narrow gorge of the Saco River – through the White Mountains of New Hampshire. Arrive at the iconic Omni Mount Washington Hotel for a tour of this historic building. Ride up Mount Washington aboard the world's first mountain-climbing cog railway – a truly exciting and unforgettable experience. Return to the Omni Mount Washington Hotel for a sumptuous feast – the grand buffet luncheon served in the hotel’s dining room. Later, depart for Stratton, Vermont.
Today breakfast and lunch will be included.

Day 6: Vermont
Discover the beauty of southern Vermont during a full day sightseeing tour exploring its agricultural heritage. Begin with a visit to one of Vermont’s picturesque working farms that has opened its doors to visitors from around the world. Enjoy a tractor-pulled tour of the grounds before heading inside the barn theatre to learn about maple sugaring in Vermont. Later, visit a locally operated bed and breakfast inn where you will enjoy lunch and leisure time to explore the grounds, including the pastures, gardens and terraces. 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.
Today breakfast and lunch will be included.

Day 7: Vermont - Ledyard, Connecticut
This morning, visit Hildene, the stunning summer home of Abraham Lincoln’s son, Robert Todd Lincoln. Tour the historic home, vintage Pullman train car, gardens, and farm which are set on over 412 picturesque acres. Then, travel to Connecticut for a visit to Foxwoods Resort Casino, the largest casino in North America, for a chance to try your luck! Explore the six casinos, many speciality shops and plentiful entertainment options.
Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

Day 8: Ledyard - Essex - Newport, Rhode Island
Explore Connecticut’s beautiful countryside, where lush forests, running streams, beautiful vistas and nostalgic towns create a natural wonderland. Behold incredible views of the Connecticut River as you take a ride aboard the Essex Steam Train. Next, board the Becky Thatcher River Boat where you will view several man-made wonders such as the bridges, ferries and riverfront homes New England is known for, along with the historic Goodspeed Opera House and Gillette Castle. Later, depart Connecticut and travel along New England’s pristine coast to the seaside town of Newport, Rhode Island.
Today breakfast will be included.

Day 9: Newport
Your day is at leisure to explore this bustling coastal town. Perhaps you will choose to partake in an optional tour of the Marble House mansion, followed by lunch and a sail through Newport Harbor aboard the schooner Adirondack II. This evening, join your fellow travellers for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

Day 10: Newport - Tour Ends
Today breakfast will be included.