Classic New England Fly-Drive
Classic New England is an all-encompassing suggested fly-drive holiday taking you to five of the states of New England. Starting and ending in Boston, enjoy the best of this area's coastline, beaches, mountain villages and cities. This itinerary ensures culture, history and scenic beauty are discovered in the five states.
Take the Freedom Trail walking tour in Boston for an insight in to the history of the American Revolution. Board Lu Lu's lobster boat in Bar Harbor, Maine for a lobster fishing and seal watching experience and explore the stunning Acadia National Park. Take the scenic drive through forests and pass lakes and rivers on the way to the White Mountains of New Hampshire where you take the world's first mountain-climbing cog railway to the summit of Mount Washington for scenic views of New Hampshire and on a clear day as far as Canada.
Next, indulge in Ben & Jerry's at their Ice Cream factory in Waterberry, Vermont before going back in time with a self-guided tour through the Hancock Shaker Village in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Head to the yachting town of Newport on Rhode Island, where the Preservation Society has restored and protected many of the grand and gracious Newport Mansions which are now open to the public to enjoy. Your last stop is Cape Cod, where you can spend lazy days on the pristine beaches, visit the lighthouses and take a boat tour out on the ocean in search of migrating whales and other marine life.
DAY 01
Begin your fly-drive holiday with a stay in Boston, a city with plenty of old world charm and history. Accommodation Options
Boston
BostonBegin your fly-drive holiday with a stay in Boston, a city with plenty of old world charm and history. Accommodation Options
Included
Fairmont Copley Plaza
DAY 02
Boston
BostonStart your day with a walking tour along the Boston Freedom Trail, led by a knowledgeable 18th century costumed guide. The rest of the day is free for you to explore more of Boston such as the antique shops of Beacon Hill, the shops of Newbury Street and the fashionable area of Back Bay. Perhaps go on a trolley or duck tour of the city and visit some of the great museums, many of which are also great for families.
Accommodation OptionsIncluded
Fairmont Copley Plaza
DAY 03
Collect your rental vehicle from the Boston downtown depot and drive north to Maine, stop off in Kittery to go outlet shopping or in Portland to see the Old Port Exchange and enjoy a lunch of lobster or other local seafood specialties. Enjoy free time to explore the quaint coastal town of Kennebunkport with its gorgeous long sandy beaches, Seashore Trolley Museum and highly rated restaurants on Dock Square.
Mid-Coast Maine (90 miles)
Maine Coast (Maine)Collect your rental vehicle from the Boston downtown depot and drive north to Maine, stop off in Kittery to go outlet shopping or in Portland to see the Old Port Exchange and enjoy a lunch of lobster or other local seafood specialties. Enjoy free time to explore the quaint coastal town of Kennebunkport with its gorgeous long sandy beaches, Seashore Trolley Museum and highly rated restaurants on Dock Square.
DAY 04
Continue your drive north following the coast to Bar Harbor, the gateway to the mountains and cliffs Acadia National Park. Go hiking to the Cadillac Mountain and spend time following the village trails along the picturesque shore.
Bar Harbor, Maine (190 miles)
Maine Coast (Maine)Continue your drive north following the coast to Bar Harbor, the gateway to the mountains and cliffs Acadia National Park. Go hiking to the Cadillac Mountain and spend time following the village trails along the picturesque shore.
DAY 05
Start your day with a two-hour Lulu Lobster Boat Ride where you will learn more about the local lobster fishing industry and watch seals basking on the rocks at low tide or swimming and playing in the surf at high tide. Board the Lulu Lobster Boat Tour and sail around the harbour gaining an insight in to the Lobster fishing industry and looking out for marine life.
Bar Harbor, Maine
Start your day with a two-hour Lulu Lobster Boat Ride where you will learn more about the local lobster fishing industry and watch seals basking on the rocks at low tide or swimming and playing in the surf at high tide. Board the Lulu Lobster Boat Tour and sail around the harbour gaining an insight in to the Lobster fishing industry and looking out for marine life.
DAY 06
Travelling from Bar Harbor to the White Mountains, you’ll pass forests, fields, lakes, rivers and beautiful scenery. Accommodation Options
White Mountains, New Hampshire (250 miles)
White Mountains (New Hampshire)Travelling from Bar Harbor to the White Mountains, you’ll pass forests, fields, lakes, rivers and beautiful scenery. Accommodation Options
Included
Omni Mount Washington Resort
DAY 07
Once in the White Mountains, take the world's first mountain-climbing cog railway to the summit of Mount Washington where you will be rewarded with panoramic views of New Hampshire and as far as Quebec, Canada. Accommodation Options
White Mountains, New Hampshire
White Mountains (New Hampshire)Once in the White Mountains, take the world's first mountain-climbing cog railway to the summit of Mount Washington where you will be rewarded with panoramic views of New Hampshire and as far as Quebec, Canada. Accommodation Options
Included
Omni Mount Washington Resort
DAY 08
If you spent the previous nights in Jackson or North Conway, you can travel on the Kancamagus Highway, a scenic journey, to Lincoln. Arriving in Vermont, visit the Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Factory, see Lake Champlain from Burlington. Accommodation Options
Woodstock, Vermont (130 miles)
Stowe & Woodstock (Vermont)If you spent the previous nights in Jackson or North Conway, you can travel on the Kancamagus Highway, a scenic journey, to Lincoln. Arriving in Vermont, visit the Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Factory, see Lake Champlain from Burlington. Accommodation Options
Included
506 On The River Inn, Woodstock
DAY 09
Visit a typical New England village (Stowe) and also if you wish, the Shelburne Museum with its side-wheeler, gardens and Americana feel. Accommodation Options
Woodstock, Vermont
Stowe & Woodstock (Vermont)Visit a typical New England village (Stowe) and also if you wish, the Shelburne Museum with its side-wheeler, gardens and Americana feel. Accommodation Options
Included
506 On The River Inn, Woodstock
DAY 10
Today you’ll travel to Rutland, once the centre of the Vermont marble industry and en route to The Berkshires, stop off at Manchester Village. You may also wish to visit the Francine Clark Art Institute or the Hancocker Shaker Village. In Lenox, you can enjoy a performance by the Boston Symphony (depending on the season) and in Stockbridge, the very interesting museum in honour of Norman Rockwell, the American illustrator. Accommodation Options
Stockbridge, Massachusetts (174 miles)
Lenox & The Berkshires (Massachusetts)Today you’ll travel to Rutland, once the centre of the Vermont marble industry and en route to The Berkshires, stop off at Manchester Village. You may also wish to visit the Francine Clark Art Institute or the Hancocker Shaker Village. In Lenox, you can enjoy a performance by the Boston Symphony (depending on the season) and in Stockbridge, the very interesting museum in honour of Norman Rockwell, the American illustrator. Accommodation Options
Included
The Inn at Stockbridge
DAY 11
Before arriving at your next destination, visit the Old Sturbridge Village, a living 19th-century museum or the Mystic Seaport Museum in Mystic, Connecticut. Travel onwards to Newport where you’ll spend time in this charming yacht town. Accommodation Options
Newport, Rhode Island (127 miles)
Newport & Providence (Rhode Island)Before arriving at your next destination, visit the Old Sturbridge Village, a living 19th-century museum or the Mystic Seaport Museum in Mystic, Connecticut. Travel onwards to Newport where you’ll spend time in this charming yacht town. Accommodation Options
Included
Vanderbilt Grace
DAY 12
The summer resort of America’s millionaires of the past, Newport is home to some beautiful summer mansions as well as stylish shops and restaurants (included in your holiday is admission to three mansions). Accommodation Options
Newport, Rhode Island
Newport & Providence (Rhode Island)The summer resort of America’s millionaires of the past, Newport is home to some beautiful summer mansions as well as stylish shops and restaurants (included in your holiday is admission to three mansions). Accommodation Options
Included
Vanderbilt Grace
DAY 13
Your final destination of Cape Cod is a real treat; a time to relax on the white beaches, go on a whale watching cruise (from Hyannis and included in your holiday). Accommodation Options
Cape Cod, Massachusetts (75 miles)
Cape Cod & The Islands (Massachusetts)Your final destination of Cape Cod is a real treat; a time to relax on the white beaches, go on a whale watching cruise (from Hyannis and included in your holiday). Accommodation Options
Included
Chatham Bars Inn, Chatham, Cape Cod
DAY 14
Visit the pretty town of Chatham and alternative Provincetown also known as P-Town. You can also take ferries to the islands of Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket if you wish. Accommodation Options
Cape Cod, Massachusetts
Cape Cod & The Islands (Massachusetts)Visit the pretty town of Chatham and alternative Provincetown also known as P-Town. You can also take ferries to the islands of Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket if you wish. Accommodation Options
Included
Chatham Bars Inn, Chatham, Cape Cod
DAY 15
In the morning, drive to the Plimoth Plantation to learn about 16th century life in this living museum and then travel onwards to Boston for your flight home or extend your holiday further in Boston.
Boston (75 miles)
In the morning, drive to the Plimoth Plantation to learn about 16th century life in this living museum and then travel onwards to Boston for your flight home or extend your holiday further in Boston.
Tour Highlights
Lobster Fishing and SealsBoard Lulu, a traditional lobster boat for a two-hour tour of Bar Harbor for a lobster fishing and seal watching experience
New Hampshire Cog Railway
Take a scenic train ride to the summit of Mount Washington on the world's first mountain-climbing cog railway
Ice Cream Galore
Take a tour through Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream Factory in Waterberry, indulge in your favourite flavours and take a walk through the Flavor Graveyard to pay your respects to the flavours of past years
Gracious Newport Mansions
Wander through the grounds and rooms of Newport Mansions, former summer homes of the Astors and Vanderbilts
What's Included
Accommodation Throughout
Car Hire
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