New England Islands & Mountains
Tour Description
NPCA has partnered with the National Trust for Historic Preservation to bring you a tour that focuses on important national parks and distinctive towns around New England. Uncover our American heritage in Boston’s national parks and Salem Maritime National Historic Site, revolutionary history at Minute Man National Historical Park, and natural beauty on Cape Cod National Seashore.
ParkScapes Highlights
Conservation Partnership
Partnering with the National Trust for Historic Preservation, this trip focuses on majestic national parks, historic hotels, and distinctive towns of America.
National Parks
Witness Cape Cod National Seashore with its windswept beaches and many lighthouses. Visit Minute Man National Historical Park, home to the American Revolution's battle of Lexington Green and to the Concord residences which inspired several famous nineteenth-century authors. Take time to explore the various national historical parks at your leisure within the Boston area.
Historic Communities
Enjoy the tranquility of the famous vacation towns along Lake Winnipesaukee. Explore the National Trust for Historic Preservation-designated Main Street Community of Concord, New Hampshire, and other New England towns.
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Daily Itinerary
June 21: Arrival in Hyannis, Massachusetts
Join NPCA and Collette Vacations on a journey highlighting the natural beauty and traditional charm of New England. Your tour begins in Hyannis on picturesque Cape Cod. Holiday Inn Select (B,L,D)
June 22: Cape Cod National Seashore & Provincetown, Massachusetts
Enjoy a full day tour witnessing the scenic countryside and beaches of Cape Cod. Start by catching a rare glimpse of the Camelot era as you tour Hyannisport, home of the Kennedy compound, and visit the poignant Kennedy Memorial. Enjoy a visit to the Cape Cod National Seashore and charming Provincetown, a lively artist colony. At tonight's welcome dinner, indulge in a traditional New England lobster feast. Holiday Inn Select (B,D)
June 23: Cape Cod & Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts
Experience a full day on the beautiful island of Martha's Vineyard. Known for visits by presidents and royalty, this summer home to many artists, writers, and celebrities is full of surprises. A local guide will show you all the highlights including quaint gingerbread-styled cottages and a once-famous whaling port, resplendent with sea captains' homes and widows' walks. Depart Martha's Vineyard and cruise back to Cape Cod. Holiday Inn Select (B)
June 24: Cape Cod to Lincoln, New Hampshire
Travel north, stopping at the Minute Man National Historical Park, where the historic battles of Lexington and Concord took place "that famous day and year," when colonists took up arms and touched off the American Revolution. Then learn about the region's important literary role in the 19th century through a visit to "The Old Manse." Many important literary figures spent time in this house, including Ralph Waldo Emerson and Nathaniel Hawthorne. Take a short walk to the Old North Bridge, known for the famous "shot heard round the world," before continuing north to Lincoln, New Hampshire. Mountain Club at Loon (B)
June 25: Lincoln, New Hampshire
Spend a full day sightseeing in the gorgeous White Mountains of New Hampshire. Journey along the scenic Kangamangus Highway, which winds through 800,000 acre White Mountain National Forest, en route to North Conway. In North Conway, you can stroll through the quaint village or visit one of the many outlet stores located there before returning to Lincoln. Mountain Club at Loon (B)
June 26: Lake Winnipesaukee Aboard the Mount Washington
Sit back and relax as you take a nostalgic train ride on the Hobo Railroad. Board the Mount Washington and spend the next hour cruising on stunning Lake Winnipesaukee, New Hampshire's largest lake. Cap off your day with a visit to Wolfeboro, the "oldest summer resort in America." Take some time to explore this picturesque New England community and browse its many specialty shops and restaurants before returning to Lincoln. Mountain Club at Loon (B,D)
June 27: Woodstock, Vermont
Depart the White Mountains and journey to Woodstock, Vermont. With a covered bridge in the center of town and beautifully restored Georgian houses surrounding the town green, it is easy to see why Woodstock has been called "the quintessential New England village." Next, visit the impressive Quechee Gorge, carved out by the Ottauquechee River, and make a stop at the Simon Pearce glass-blowing shop. If you are lucky, you will catch artisans at work on their beautiful creations. Later today, depart Vermont and continue through the New Hampshire countryside to Massachusetts. Wydham (B,D)
June 28: Andover & Boston, Massachusetts
Discover the great city of Boston with a sightseeing tour that showcases Beacon Hill, the Old South Meeting House, the Public Gardens, the Old North Church, the U.S.S. Constitution, and Faneuil Hall Marketplace, where you will have time to do some shopping. With some time at leisure, you may stroll along the famed Freedom Trail, explore Boston's national historic parks, or wander through the red-brick townhouses and art galleries found along Newbury Street. Wydham (B)
Monday 29: Salem, Massachusetts
Spend the day experiencing the picturesque maritime town of Salem. Best known for the infamous witch trials of 1692, Salem grew to become one of New England's busiest ports in the 18th & 19th century. Enjoy a walking tour of present-day Salem and learn about the town's rich and varied heritage. Conclude your walking tour with a visit to the "House of Seven Gables." This favorite Colonial-style home is best known as the setting for the Salem-born writer Nathaniel Hawthorne's most famous works. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner, marking the end of a wonderful tour of New England. Wydham (B,D)
June 30: Transfer home from Andover
As your tour ends in Andover, look back with many wonderful memories of your vacation to New England. (B)
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Tour Details
NPCA Member Price
$1,649 per person double occupancy; $750 single supplement
Price Includes
All accommodations, meals as noted (B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner), ground transportation, entrance fees, and professional guide services.
Price Does Not Include
Airfare, hotel transfers to/from Boston airport (only included in air tickets purchased through Collette Vacations), gratuities for guides, alcoholic beverages, or personal expenses.
Payments/Cancellations
Space is confirmed by calling the NPCA at 800.628.7275. A $100 per person deposit is due at registration. Final payment will be invoiced separately and is due 60 days prior to departure. Cancellation notice must be submitted in writing and is effective upon date of receipt. Cancellations up to 60 days prior receive a refund, less a $200 per person handling fee. Cancellations within 60 days of departure could result in the loss of 100% of your total cost.
Travel Insurance
To protect yourself from the loss of deposit and cancellation fees, you are encouraged to purchase travel insurance.
Arrive/Depart
Boston, Massachusetts
Length of tour
8 days/7 nights
Pace
Easy and at your own pace, walking up to one or two miles over the course of a day.
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