We Love —
- Going on a whale-watching cruise in Boston and stretching out on the sandy beaches of Cape Cod.
- Driving along the Great Scenic Byway with its white-towered churches, winding roads and picturesque towns.
- Follow in the footsteps of American independence on Boston's Freedom Trail, visit Harvard and explore Salem's mysterious past.
New Voyage Privé —
Carefully selected by our experts especially for you
Uncover history, see beautiful landscapes, and savour delicious treats on this unforgettable journey through New England. I recommend booking for the autumn months to see the beautiful gold and crimson hues of the autumn leaves. Don’t forget to try the famous Maine Lobster, Vermont Maple Syrup, and stop at the Ben & Jerry’s Factory to add an extra indulgence to your trip!
Your itinerary in brief —
Join us on an unforgettable 14-night road trip through the northeastern United States and discover a mix of historic cities, sublime nature and picturesque coastlines.
Start your adventure in historic Boston, pass through charming Portland and the enchanting White and Green Mountains to Newport and end your journey on the idyllic beaches of Cape Cod.
Your itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival in Boston
Day 2: Boston
Day 3: Portland
Day 4: Portland - Bar Harbor
Day 5: Bar Harbor
Day 6: Bar Harbor - White Mountains
Day 7: White Mountains
Day 8: White Mountains - Green Mountains
Day 9: Green Mountains
Day 10: Green Mountains - Sturbridge
Day 11: Sturbridge - Newport
Day 12: Newport
Day 13: Newport - Cape Cod
Day 14: Cape Cod
Day 15: Cape Cod - Boston
Please note: The capacity for this tour is limited to 3 adults + 1 child OR 2 adults + 2 children per booking. Children are considered those aged 12 and under at the time of stay.
Your hotels may be located inside or outside cities and towns. Please note that you can park your car inside or outside the hotels (subject to availability). Additional charges may apply on site.
Your itinerary in detail —
DAY 1: ARRIVE IN BOSTON
Arrive in Boston, a bustling city with a vibrant cultural scene and well-known landmarks.
Most areas of Boston can be easily explored on foot. Spend some time walking the Freedom Trail, which highlights the city's most important historic sites, including Faneuil Hall, the Paul Revere House, the Old State House, Copley Square, Trinity Church and the Hancock Tower.
- Collect a hire car from airport
- Check-in to hotel
- Night in Boston
DAY 2: BOSTON
You will continue your exploration of Boston. Other notable sites include the Boston Common, the site of the Boston Tea Party, the Old North Church and the Bunker Hill Monument.
Visit the famous Harvard University in Cambridge, just across the Charles River. While in Boson, we also recommend you take a whale-watching cruise on a high-speed catamaran (April-October), or spend some time at the New England Aquarium.
- Night in Boston
DAY 3: PORTLAND / MID COAST MAINE
A scenic drive along the coast takes you north through Salem (site of the famous witch trial of 1694), Marblehead, Ipswich and Newburyport.
From there, it's on to Kennebunkport, Maine. Kennebunkport is a shipbuilding and coastal trading town, founded in 1620. In Portland, a historic city with a charming restored waterfront, you'll visit the Old Port which is located directly on Casco Bay, and sample a world-famous Maine lobster.
- Night in Portland
Day 4 : Portland - Bar Harbor
Bar Harbor is the entrance to Acadia National Park on Desert Mount Island. Acadia National Park encompasses more than 47,000 acres of protected lakes, ponds, mountains and ocean shoreline along the Maine coast.
Steep slopes rise above the rocky coastline, including Cadillac Mountain which, at 1,530 feet, is the highest point on the Atlantic coast of the United States. Enjoy the park's stunning scenery and mountain trails.
- Night in Belfast / Bar Harbor
DAY 5: BAR HARBOR
Take advantage of this day to explore more of Acadia National Park. Go on a scenic hike, hire mountain bikes to explore the park by bike or discover it from the water on a kayak tour.
- Night in Belfast / Bar Harbor
DAY 6 BELFAST/ BAR HARBOR - WHITE MOUNTAINS - LITTLETON
Today you will drive through the magnificent White Mountain National Forest. Set against a backdrop of over 700,000 acres of protected national forest, White Mountain National Forest boasts the highest peak in the East, Mount Washington (6,288 feet).
Visitors to the North Conway, New Hampshire area can choose from a wide range of activities, including a train ride on the Conway Scenic Railroad.
- Night in Littleton
DAY 7: WHITE MOUNTAINS - LITTLETON
The Kancamagus Scenic Byway follows a magnificent path through the White Mountains of New Hampshire.
A breathtaking spectrum of colours highlights the natural beauty of the region throughout the year. The route winds through vast forests, ancient logging roads and Indian hunting trails.
- Night in Littleton
Day 8 : White Mountains - Green Mountains
On your way to Vermont, treat yourself to an ice cream at the Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream Factory. Admire classic New England landscapes and architecture from a mountain range, and winding river to hilltop farms and picturesque villages.
Drive to Burlington, on the shores of Lake Champlain, and visit Woodstock, a charming New England village with traditional shops and covered bridges. Then head along the Great Scenic Byway with its white-towered churches, winding roads and picturesque towns.
- Night in Rutland
DAY 9: GREEN MOUNTAINS
Enjoy an extra day to continue exploring this enchanting region.
- Night in Rutland
DAY 10: GREEN MOUNTAINS - STURBRIDGE
The village of Manchester is an ideal place to stop en route. Visit the Shaker village of Hancock, a restored 19th-century establishment. Continue south through the Berkshires to Sturbridge.
- Night in Sturbridge
Day 11 : Sturbridge - Newport
US Route 20 crosses southern Massachusetts from Sturbridge and the Blackstone River Valley to Newport, Rhode Island. Continue to Newport, the summer home of America's first millionaires.
- Night in Newport
DAY 12: NEWPORT
This beautifully situated town was dubbed "America's first seaside resort" after many of America's wealthiest people built magnificent summer homes here at the turn of the century. Today, many of these homes are museums that can be visited. Newport is also a great place for a walk. You can take the Harbor Walk North and Harbor Walk South, both of which leave from Perrotti Park, and the Cliff Walk, which follows the coastline and cliffs.
- Night in Newport
DAY 13: NEWPORT - CAPE COD
Today you will travel to Cape Cod. Hyannis lies on the south coast of the formation and overlooks idyllic Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard, both of which are well worth a visit.
We recommend a visit to the artistic town of Provincetown, located at the northern tip of Cape Cod, about 49 miles north of Hyannis. It is surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean and known for its beautiful beaches and sand dunes.
- Night in Hyannis
DAY 14: CAPE COD
Take advantage of this extra day to explore the rest of the Cape Cod region.
- Night in Hyannis
DAY 15: CAPE COD - BOSTON
Time permitting, we recommend a stop at Sandwich, the oldest town on the Cape, on the way back to Boston, and a visit to Plymouth's Plimoth Plantation for a real-life experience of the Pilgrim and colonial era in the 17th century, where you can also see the Mayflower II.
- Continue to Boston Airport to return your hire car and catch your flight home
Important information about your tour and visits: The hotels, which comply with local standards, are indicative and may be changed locally for hotels of a similar category. The itinerary is subject to changes due to compelling reasons such as delayed flights, weather conditions or other cases of force majeure. The order of visits is also subject to change without affecting the overall experience of the itinerary.
Your hotels —
Hand-picked just for you
Maximum room capacity
At each of your stops, settle into carefully selected 2* and 3* establishments in Standard or Budget Rooms as per your itinerary.
Your hotels:
Boston: Holiday Inn Boston Bunker Hill 3*
Portland: Clarion Hotel Portland Airport 3*
Belfast/ Bar Harbor: Fireside Inn & Suites Belfast 3*
Littleton: Thayers Inn 3*
Rutland: Best Western Inn & Suites Rutland 3*
Sturbridge: Hampton Inn Sturbridge 3*
Newport: Howard Johnson by Wyndham Middletown 2*
Hyannis: Holiday Inn Cape Cod Hyannis 3*
If the hotels listed above are unavailable, you will be provided with comfortable accommodation in similar hotels. Local standards apply.
Please note:
- Overnight parking charges may apply (prices are subject to change).
- All hotels, regardless of star rating, are thoroughly checked for quality to ensure they meet expected standards.
Maximum room capacity: 2 adults and 2 children Possibility of staying in a single room with an extra charge.
Your dining choices
For total freedom throughout your trip, food and drink is not included. Instead, sample the flavours of New England as and when you choose.
Your journey to the United States —
Flights:
You will be able to choose your airline and flight times when you make your booking. This flight may include one or more stopovers. The stopover may be technical (without a change of aircraft) or transit (with a change of aircraft).
Luggage information
Luggage, meals and other services on board may be subject to an additional fee on certain airlines. It is possible to view details of luggage allowances when you choose your flights at the next stage of the booking process. If luggage is not included with your flight, please go to the airline's website before your departure to purchase your luggage for an additional fee.
For domestic flights, airlines do not always offer the option of reserving luggage. In this case, you will need to pay for it at the airport counter.
You will receive all the information you need to check in for your flights after you have made your reservation.
Your destination —
New England
Located in the northeast of the United States, New England is a wonderful holiday destination, made up of six states - Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont.
Autumn in New England is known for its spectacular colours. Visitors flock to places like the White Mountains in New Hampshire and the Green Mountains in Vermont to admire the brightly coloured leaves.
In winter, New England becomes a winter sports paradise, and culture lovers can discover America's past in Boston's museums and historic sites.
