Classic New England Self-Drive

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Landing site of the Pilgrims and powder keg for the American Revolution, New England has a significant past that has left a historical legacy across all six of its states. But there’s much more to present-day New England than its seismic past. Our USA specialists spend a lot of time each year visiting the region, which is as rich in experiences as it is small...
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

What's this trip about?

    Landing site of the Pilgrims and powder keg for the American Revolution, New England has a significant past that has left a historical legacy across all six of its states. But there’s much more to present-day New England than its seismic past. Our USA specialists spend a lot of time each year visiting the region, which is as rich in experiences as it is small in proportions, so they can help you plan your holiday to New England. Driving is an easy way of getting around and, en route, you start to appreciate the different personalities of New England’s six constituent states. Land-locked Vermont boasts white clapboard churches and red-barn dairy farms. Lashed by the Atlantic, Maine feels wilder and conjures the landscapes of Andrew Wyeth’s paintings. New Hampshire, which only brushes the coast, features lakes and the White Mountains National Forest. Massachusetts has progressive Boston at its heart, and adjoining Rhode Island and Connecticut respectively lay claim to Gilded Age Newport and Yale University. Wherever your journey takes you, our New England specialists will meticulously plan it around your tastes and interests.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityBoston
End CityBoston

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • National Parks

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Hiking
  • History
  • Photography
  • Trains & Rail
  • Whale Watching

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Itinerary

Day 1 : Boston

Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Boston. On arrival in Boston, make your way to your accommodation. The rest of the day is free for you to begin exploring this historic city under your own steam. You could visit Harvard University, have a look around the New England Aquarium or simply browse the city's shops, galleries and museums.

Day 2 : Boston

Enjoy a full day at leisure in Boston. You won't be short of things to see and do; don't miss taking the Freedom Trail to visit the city's iconic sights and gain an insight into its fascinating history. Other sights include Boston Common, Faneuil Hall, Quincy Market, ...

Day 3 : Kennebunkport

Make your own way to your nearest car hire depot, where your car will be ready to collect. All insurances, road maps and a sat-nav are included. A gentle two hour drive north takes you through the New England countryside to the coastal town of Kennebunkport, perched ...

Day 4 : Jackson, NH

Today's two and a half hour drive takes you 129 km (80 miles) inland, the road weaving its way through New Hampshire's Lakes Region to the picture-postcard town of Jackson. The traditional town comes complete with a wooden covered bridge and white clapboard houses, an...

Day 5 : Jackson, NH

A day at leisure to explore New Hampshire's White Mountains. This rugged region is a paradise for ramblers and hikers; allowing an opportunity to sample the famous Appalachian Trail that stretches from Maine to Georgia. If you'd prefer to enjoy the panorama from the c...

Day 6 : Manchester, VT

Continue your journey southwest into Vermont; a particularly scenic drive of around four and a half hours. As you depart New Hampshire you'll follow the Kancamagus Highway - a 56km (35 mile) mountain road which is frequently rated as one of America's best scenic byway...

Day 7 : Manchester, VT

A day at leisure to enjoy Vermont's Green Mountains. Take a scenic drive around some of the little towns here, or enjoy some gentle walking in the nearby hills. For those interested in history, Abraham Lincoln's family home at Hildene is just a short drive away, and shoppers are able to pick up bargains at Manchester's small selection of outlet stores.

Day 8 : Newport

Today's five hour drive south brings you back to the coast and to the upmarket maritime town of Newport, Rhode Island. Be sure to visit one of the town's extravagant gilded age mansions, which were built in the late 19th century as summer homes for New York's wealthiest families.

Day 9 : Falmouth

An easy hour and a half drive east takes you to the gorgeous Cape Cod, where your afternoon is free to relax on a beach, explore coastal villages or go whale watching; humpback, finback and minke whales migrate to these waters to feed between April and October.

Day 10 : Falmouth

One more day at leisure to enjoy the views as the Atlantic Ocean crashes onto this beautiful coastline, strewn with quaint harbours, windswept beaches, golden dunes and romantic lighthouses. It's worth making the trip up to Provincetown, which is known as one of Ameri...

Day 11 : International return flight

Return to Boston today to end your New England journey. During the two hour journey, if your flight departs this evening, we recommend stopping at Plymouth, renowned as the landing point of the Pilgrim Fathers, who arrived in the New World on the Mayflower in 1620. He...

Day 12 : International return flight

Arrive home today to complete your journey.

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Price per day$211
Last Updated: 1/11/2022

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