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New England Discovery

Discover the best of the the New England States on this leisurely15-day self-drive holiday.

This itinerary will reveal most of New England’s main highlights. Stop off in the Berkshires, a popular holiday haunt for Boston’s and New York’s elite since the 1800s; discover glorious mountains in New Hampshire and green scenery in Vermont; and savour stunning sea views in Newport, Rhode Island.

You'll begin in Boston, with 2 nights to explore one of the great American cities.

Relax by the waterfront in Bar Harbor on Maine’s Mount Desert Island, a gateway to the awe-inspiring Acadia National Park.

Follow the Ocean Drive or the Cliff Walk and visit the breathtaking mansions in Newport.

Hop on the ferry to beautiful Martha’s Vineyard from Falmouth or hit Cape Cod’s beaches.

This USA holiday can be tailored to suit your exact requirements, so just let us know your ideal trip.

Everything can be adjusted to suit your needs and create your perfect USA holiday.

Inclusions

International flights from UK
Accommodation with breakfast
Self-Drive - Car rental from airport to airport
ATOL Protection
Travel Trust Protection

Accommodation

2 nights Boston, Massachusetts
1 night Kennebunkport, Maine
2 nights Bar Harbor, Maine
2 nights Jackson, New Hampshire
2 nights Vergennes, Vermont
1 night Stockbridge, Massachusetts
2 nights Newport, Rhode Island
2 nights Falmouth

Day 1: UK - Boston

Fly from the UK to Boston where you will pick up your rental car on arrival.

Enjoy 2 nights in this attractive and historic New England city.

Overnight Boston.

Day 2: Boston

Enjoy the day at leisure.

Overnight Boston.

Day 3: Kennebunkport, Maine

Self Drive to Kennebunkport. Unwind on lovely white-sand beaches in this coastal town in Maine.

Overnight Kennebunkport, Maine.

Day 4: Bar Harbor, Maine

Self Drive to Bar Harbor.

Soak up views over Frenchman’s Bay from this picturesque coastal town on Mount Desert Island in Maine.

Overnight Bar Harbor, Maine.

Day 5: Bar Harbor, Maine

Enjoy the day at leisure.

Overnight Bar Harbor, Maine.

Day 6: Jackson, New Hampshire

Self Drive to Jackson in New Hampshire.

Admire the green landscapes in this small town tucked in New Hampshire’s White Mountains.

Overnight Jackson, New Hampshire.

Day 7: Jackson, New Hampshire

Enjoy the day at leisure.

Overnight Jackson, New Hampshire.

Day 8: Vergennes, Vermont

Self Drive to Vergennes in Vermont.

Visit the pretty Vergennes Fall Park during your two-night stay in Vermont.

Overnight Vergennes, Vermont.

Day 9: Vergennes, Vermont

Enjoy the day at leisure.

Overnight Vergennes, Vermont.

Day 10: Stockbridge, Massachusetts

Self Drive to Stockbridge, Massachusetts.

This small town in the Berkshires has historic homes and a charming main street.

Overnight Stockbridge, Massachusetts.

Day 11: Newport, Rhode Island

Self Drive to Rhode Island.

Lap up chic seaside vibes at the yacht-filled harbour in one of Rhode Island’s most well-known cities.

Overnight Newport, Rhode Island.

Day 12: Newport, Rhode Island

Enjoy the day at leisure.

Overnight Newport, Rhode Island.

Day 13: Falmouth

Self Drive to Falmouth.

Browse friendly local cafés and head to Cape Cod’s superb beaches.

Overnight Falmouth.

Day 14: Falmouth

Enjoy the day at leisure.

Overnight Falmouth.

Day 15: Boston – UK

Drive to Boston International Airport and drop your rental car off for your overnight flight back to the UK.

Day 16: Arrive UK

Arrive back in the UK.

Massachusetts

As one of America’s original thirteen states, Massachusetts is brimming with fascinating remnants of early American history.

See Plymouth Rock where the Pilgrims first landed, explore the nation’s oldest park - the impressive 50-acre Boston Common - and discover an array of preserved villages, homes, and inns where memories of Colonial history are kept alive.

But there’s more to Massachusetts than merely historical sights. Today the state is known for its notoriously progressive towns and cities interspersed with some scenic rolling hills, dense forests, open pastures, and even a few mountains.

Visit the wonderful arts centers in the Berkshires; the great beaches, seafood restaurants and artisan-filled shopping districts of scenic Cape Cod; and the cosmopolitan streets of Boston brimming with colonial sights and excellent museums.

However you choose to spend your time, you are bound to find plenty of activities and attractions to keep you blissfully engaged in this historical but surprisingly hip seaside state.

Maine

As one of America’s most sparsely populated states, Maine attracts countless visitors with its remarkably unspoiled wilderness areas.

The most popular of these is the Acadia National Park, a 47,000-acre Atlantic coast recreation area set primarily on Maine's Mount Desert Island, characterised by woodlands, dramatic mountain peaks and endless stretches of rugged coastline.

While travellers seeking urban adventures flock to the food and craft beer mecca of Portland, those looking for a more leisurely experience head for the smaller coastal towns and fishing villages to browse the antique shops and sample seafood at the delightful harborside lobster shacks.

Whether you are keen to explore the pine forests and snowy peaks of Maine’s inland region, or the historic lighthouses and forested islands of the coast, you are sure to find adventure at every turn this exceptionally beautiful New England state.

New Hampshire

New Hampshire may be small but it punches well above its weight with its stunning natural landscapes.

Sparkling lakes, glorious beaches and towering mountainous peaks cloaked in lush green forests make this an ideal destination for outdoor adventure lovers who can indulge in excellent hiking, climbing, skiing, snowboarding, fishing, boating and mountain biking, to name but a few.

The long-distance Appalachian Trail snakes through the state, or you can choose from 1900 km (1200 miles) of hiking paths in the White Mountains National Forest.

While outdoor recreation is the main focus for most visitors, culture and history enthusiasts are also well catered for with an array of charming historical villages on offer as well as a number of cosmopolitan cities, many of which are consistently rated among the most livable in the nation.

Vermont

Set in the northeastern United States, the state of Vermont is renowned for its arts and culture scene, historical attractions and scenic landscapes boasting fertile farmlands, dense woodlands, soaring mountains, and charming little villages.

This great state features a patchwork of colourful countryside in the summer and crisp snow-covered terrain in winter. It is also home to over one hundred 19th-century covered wooden bridges.

Visitors can look forward to a variety of activities all-year-round such as: sampling locally-made maple syrup and craft beer, visiting the picturesque Lake Champlain and enjoying an array of art galleries, museums, and historic sites. Other activities include: skiing, hiking, kayaking and cycling.

Rhode Island

Rhode Island, the last of America's original 13 colonies to become a state, remained a well-kept secret of the northeast for decades.

Now, with its far-reaching history (America’s longest-running library resides here, as does the country’s oldest bar) and jaw-dropping sea vistas, its ports are once again beckoning travellers.

One of the highlights of a trip to Rhode Island? You’re never more than 30 minutes from the coast, with fantastic seafood spots ranging from quaint harbor-front taverns to a dynamic, internationally inspired kitchens.

This is a road tripper’s paradise, with gems dotted all along the state’s 400 miles of coastline. From the “summer homes” in Newport to the sparkling waters of the coast, Rhode Island travel has much to offer.

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New England Discovery

See the best of the New England States on a two-week self-drive journey. Ideal for the Fall.

Includes all flights from UK, Accommodation, Breakfast, Car Rental.

10 nights from £2,395 pp

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