On the Road: Autumn in the Berkshires and Hudson Valley

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Treat your senses to an exploration of classic New England as you discover vibrant foliage, picturesque towns, the Norman Rockwell Museum and historic Red Lion Inn in Stockbridge.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • I like to spend much of the day exploring
    • Whether walking through historic neighborhoods at a moderate pace or out and about on a coach, I prefer to keep my days full
    • Stairs don’t bother me, and I love to keep up with the group

What's this trip about?

    Treat your senses to an exploration of classic New England as you discover vibrant foliage, picturesque towns, the Norman Rockwell Museum and historic Red Lion Inn in Stockbridge.

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Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityBoston, MA
End CityConnecticut

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Culinary & Wine
  • Photography
  • National Parks
  • Yoga, Meditation & Wellness
  • Relaxing Retreats
  • Holy Land

Destinations

Activities

  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Yoga & Meditation

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 10

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 24

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Itinerary

Day 1 Check-in, Registration, Orientation, Welcome Dinner Boston, MA

3:00 p.m. hotel check in.

Program Registration. After you have your room assignment, come to the Road Scholar table to meet the Group Leader and to confirm when and where the Orientation session will take place. Please remember to bring the name tag sent to you ...

Day 2 Boston Field Trip, Transfer to the Berkshires Stockbridge, MA

Walking up to 1 mile over uneven ground; Driving 130 miles, approximately 2 hours.

We will visit the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, the nation's official memorial to John F. Kennedy. We will learn about his early life, his experience on the cam...

Day 3 Mission House, Norman Rockwell Museum, The Mount Stockbridge, MA

Walking up to 3 miles; walking and standing in museums up to 2 hours at a time.

We will walk to one of the Berkshires’ National Historic Monuments known as the Mission House. On Main Street in Stockbridge, this was the home of the first Christian missionary to c...

Day 4 Hancock Shaker Village, Free Time Stockbridge, MA

Walking up to 1 mile; standing up to 1 hour. Driving approximately 26 miles; 1 hour throughout the day.

Upon arrival to Hancock Shaker Village, we will enjoy an immersive walking field trip experience. This 750-acre living-history museum features costumed interp...

Day 5 Hudson Valley, Olana, Huguenot Street Mid Hudson Valley, NY

Driving 100 miles throughout the day with multiple stops; walking up to 2 miles over uneven and dirt paths, standing up to 2 hours at field trip sites.

We will turn westward, following the footsteps of early settlers and journey along the Hudson River. This rout...

Day 6 Val-Kill, FDR Home, Presidential Library, Vanderbilt Mansion Mid Hudson Valley, NY

Walking up to 2 miles, standing up to 2 hours at a time; climbing more than 100 steps at Vanderbilt Mansion. Driving 1 hour throughout the day; 50 miles.

Mrs. Roosevelt’s personal retreat, Val-Kill Cottage, is also a National Historic Site and the only one dedic...

Day 7 West Point, Boscobel Connecticut

Walking up to 2 miles and standing for up to 2 hours over the course of visits; at times ground is unpaved and uneven. Driving 90 miles throughout the day; approximately 2 hours; getting on/off motorcoach.*MUST return Pre-Security Form in advance to participate in Wes...

Day 8 Transfer to Boston, Program Concludes Connecticut

Driving 160 miles, approximately 2.5 hours. We are expected to arrive at Logan airport at approximately 11:30 a.m., so we strongly recommend booking return flights that depart after 2:00 p.m.

We will board our motorcoach for the return trip to Boston. The coach ...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,299
Price per day$287
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

Check Current Availability, prices, specials with Road Scholar.

The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Meals Included
  • Number of Breakfast: 7
  • Number of Lunch: 5
  • Number of Dinner: 5
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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