Autumn in New England

2025 Motorcoach Holliday | Price from $3249

11 DAYS • 19 MEALS  Embark on a breathtaking Autumn in New England adventure that spans 11 days of rich history, scenic beauty, and unforgettable experiences. Your journey begins in Newport, Rhode Island, where you’ll explore the opulent summer cottages of America’s Gilded Age before heading to Cape Cod for a three-night stay. From the charming villages of Martha’s Vineyard to a scenic rail journey on the Cape Cod Central Railroad, each day offers a unique glimpse into New England’s timeless charm. Discover the iconic Plymouth Rock, Massachusetts, walk Boston’s Freedom Trail, and enjoy a picturesque ferry ride through Maine’s Casco Bay. Experience the beauty of New Hampshire’s White Mountains on the Conway Scenic Railroad and witness the vibrant autumn foliage as you travel through Vermont and Lake George. Conclude your journey with a relaxing cruise and farewell dinner before returning home with cherished memories of New England’s autumn splendor.

Tour Itinerary

Days 1 through 3: Travel to Newport, Rhode Island

Your Autumn in New England adventure begins as you travel eastward to Newport, Rhode Island. Rich in maritime history, Newport is known for fabulous summer “cottages” built during America’s glamorous “Gilded Age”, one of the grandest and a symbol of the Vanderbilt family’s social and financial preeminence. Then, on to Cape Cod for a three-night stay. (Dinner, 2 breakfasts and lunch)

Day 4: Martha’s Vineyard

This morning you will ferry to the resort island of Martha’s Vineyard, a playground for many rich and famous. Visit the village of Edgartown with its gingerbread cottages and see the astounding cliffs at Gay Head. As thesun sets this evening, get prepared for a delicious lobster dinner – a New England tradition and the perfect close to  this unforgettable day.  Meals: B, D

Day 5: Ride the Cape Cod Central Railroad

Feel the rhythm of the train as you are whisked away on an exhilarating rail journey aboard the Cape Cod Central Railroad. Pass beautiful cranberry bogs, natural woodlands, lush marches and beautiful sand dunes. Later, enjoy some free time in Hyannis. Stroll down Main Street and visit the many stores and shops which line the street or pay a visit to the JFK Hyannis Museum. Meals: B, D

Day 6: Plymouth Rock and Boston City Tour

This morning, make a brief stop at historic Plymouth Rock before continuing to Boston. Here, a sightseeing tour of the birthplace of freedom shows you Boston’s Freedom Trail, the Old North Church, Bunker Hill and Boston Common. Enjoy free time for lunch at Faneuil Hall before continuing to Maine and a photo stop  at picturesque Nubble Lighthouse Meal: B, D

Day 7: Kennebunkport, Portland Head Light and Casco Bay

Begin the day at Kennebunkport, one of Maine’s coastal jewels, adorned with stately homes of America’s rich and famous. Continue up the coast to the Portland Head Light, the oldest lighthouse in Maine. Take to the water on Inner Casco Bay aboard Portland’s iconic ferry service. Later, continue into the massive peaks of the White Mountain range. Meal: B, D

Day 8: Conway Scenic Railroad and North Conway

Board the restored historic railcars of the Conway Scenic Railroad today for a journey through the White Mountains. You’ll enjoy the scenery of the Mt. Washington Valley countryside and relive a part of railroad history as you travel through the fields and woodlands. Spend some free time in North Conway with its quaint downtown and outlet shopping. Meals: B, D

Day 9: New Hampshire, Vermont and Lake George

Enjoy the autumn foliage as you pass through the New England states on New Hampshire and Vermont today. See the White Mountains and the quaint villages where the steeples of white clapboard churches rise above the colorful trees. In Lake George, enjoy a narrated dinner cruise on the Lake before arriving at your hotel. Meals: B, D

Days 10 and 11: Upstate New York and Home

Travel across Upstate New York for an overnight and farewell dinner in Ohio before returning home with fond memories of your Autumn in New England adventure.  Meals: 2 x B, D

Itinerary is subject to change.

Tour Highlights

  • Free home or local pickup and return
  • 19 Meals: 9 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 7 dinners (including a savory New England lobster dinner)
  • Travel through 5 New England states – Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont
  • Visit Newport, Rhode Island and Vanderbilt’s Breakers Mansion
  • Stay three nights on Cape Cod and ride the Cape Cod Central Railroad
  • Ferry to Martha’s Vineyard and tour with a local guide
  • Visit Plymouth Rock, home of the Mayflower II and take a narrated panoramic tour of Boston
  • See Kennebunkport, scenic Nubble Lighthouse the impressive Portland Head Light
  • Take a cruise on Portland’s Inner Casco Bay
  • Spend two nights at Maine’s Sunday River Resort
  • Ride the North Conway Scenic Railroad
  • Enjoy and dinner cruise on Lake George

Hotel Accommodations

Day 1 – Hampton Inn, Cleveland, OH
Day 2 – Hampton Inn, Matamoras, PA
Days 3 through 5 – Margaritaville Resort Cape Cod, Hyannis, MA
Day 6 – Ogunquit River Inn, Wells, ME
Days 7 and 8 – Sunday River Resort, Newry, ME
Day 9 – Fairfield Inn & Suites, Queensbury, NY
Day 10 – Hampton Inn, Ashtabula, OH

DATES & AVAILABILITY

September 27, 2025 | $3,249

Per Person Twin

$3,249

Single Room Add

+$1,249