Self-Drive Classic New England

Day 1-2

Boston, MA
Famous for everything from the Red Sox and Paul Revere to Cheers and clam “chowdah,” Boston is a popular destination for so many reasons. Part history lesson, part modern metropolis, the Hub offers attractions to suit every taste and interest. Hop on the Freedom Trail, a well-preserved pedestrian path that weaves in and out of historic neighborhoods. Between landmarks, you can shop the fabulous stores on Newbury Street, have a delicious authentic Italian meal in the North End or browse the antique shops and distinctive red-brick buildings of Beacon Hill. The more culturally inclined will not want to miss the city’s world-class museums, theater and music venues. Family friendly to the core, Boston also boasts a renowned aquarium, children’s museum and science museum, making it a great getaway for all. Visit our Welcome Meeting for sightseeing and attractions at special rates.
2 nights Boston
Standard Hotel: Sheraton Newton
Select Hotel: Intercontinental Boston

Day 3

To Mid Coast Maine (112 mi/180 km)
Travel to the coast, stopping in Kittery for great factory outlet shopping! In historic Portland, enjoy the charming Old Port Exchange and, of course, lobster!
1 night Mid Coast Maine
Standard Hotel: Best Western Merry Manor
Select Hotel: Eastland Park Hotel

Day 4-5

To Bar Harbor Area, ME (162 mi/259 km)
Arrive in Bar Harbor at the entrance to Acadia National Park on Mt. Desert Island. Plan a whale watch cruise, or enjoy the striking scenery and mountain trails in the park.
2 nights Bar Harbor Area
Standard Hotel: Holiday Inn Ellsworth
Select Hotel: Harbor Regency

Day 6-7

To White Mtns, NH (250 mi/403 km)
In the White Mountains, drive to the summit of Mt. Washington, shop, or take the Conway Scenic Railroad, or head to the Lakes Region.
2 nights White Mountains
Standard Hotel: Lodge at Lincoln Station
Select Hotel: Eagle Mountain House

Day 8-9

To Northern Vermont (130 mi/208 km)
If you spent the night in Jackson or North Conway, travel the Kancamagus Highway to Lincoln. In Vermont, treat yourself to a tour of Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Factory before heading to Burlington, on the banks of Lake Champlain. Head for Woodstock, a quintessential New England village with traditional shops and covered bridges. Visit Shelburne Museum’s collections of Americana, gardens and the side-wheeler, SS Ticonderoga.
2 nights Green Mountains
Standard Hotel: Commodores Inn
Select Hotel: Basin Harbor Club

Day 10

To Connecticut River Valley, MA (174 mi/278 km)
Travel to Rutland, once center of the Vermont marble industry. Manchester Village is a lovely stop on your way to the Berkshire Hills of Massachusetts. Visit the Francine Clarke Art Institute or the Hancock Shaker Village, a restored 19th century settlement. Continue to Lenox, summer home of the Boston Symphony and Stockbridge, once home to Norman Rockwell, one of America’s greatest artists. The Norman Rockwell Museum houses many of his works.
1 night Connecticut River Valley
Standard Hotel: Best Western Sovereign
Select Hotel: Sturbridge Host

Day 11-12

To Newport, RI (127 mi/203 km)
Before heading to Newport, you may visit Old Sturbridge Village, a living 19th century museum, or Mystic, Connecticut, and Mystic Seaport Museum, America’s largest maritime museum. Continue to Newport, summer resort of America’s first millionaires. Spend the day on a spectacular beach, tour the Cliff Walk and Ten Mile Drive with its extravagant summer mansions. Newport’s restored waterfront features many shops and restaurants.
2 nights Newport
Standard Hotel: Howard Johnson Inn
Select Hotel: Viking

Day 13-14

To Cape Cod, MA (75 mi/120 km)
Travel to Cape Cod, a fabulous summer resort with white sandy beaches and abundant attractions. Plan a whale watch cruise, visit historic Chatham or colorful, artistic Provincetown. Take a day trip to Martha’s Vineyard or Nantucket.
2 nights Cape Cod
Standard Hotel: Heritage House
Select Hotel: Sheraton Four Points

Day 15

To Boston (75 mi/120 km)
En route to Logan Airport, visit Sandwich, the Cape’s oldest town. In Plymouth, visit Plimoth Plantation, a living museum depicting life in 1627. Travel to Boston, drop your car and catch your flight home.

Day 16

Arrive back to the UK in the early morning at you chosen UK airport.

Day 1-2

Boston, MA
Famous for everything from the Red Sox and Paul Revere to Cheers and clam “chowdah,” Boston is a popular destination for so many reasons. Part history lesson, part modern metropolis, the Hub offers attractions to suit every taste and interest. Hop on the Freedom Trail, a well-preserved pedestrian path that weaves in and out of historic neighborhoods. Between landmarks, you can shop the fabulous stores on Newbury Street, have a delicious authentic Italian meal in the North End or browse the antique shops and distinctive red-brick buildings of Beacon Hill. The more culturally inclined will not want to miss the city’s world-class museums, theater and music venues. Family friendly to the core, Boston also boasts a renowned aquarium, children’s museum and science museum, making it a great getaway for all. Visit our Welcome Meeting for sightseeing and attractions at special rates.
2 nights Boston
Standard Hotel: Sheraton Newton
Select Hotel: Intercontinental Boston

Day 3

To Mid Coast Maine (112 miles)
Travel north to Maine stopping in Portsmouth to see Strawberry Banke, before heading for historic Portland, to visit Longfellow Housetory and the charming Old Port Exchange and, of course, lobster!
1 night Mid Coast Maine
Standard Hotel: Howard Johnson, BW Merry Manor
Select Hotel: Eastland Park Hotel

Day 4-5

To Bar Harbor Area, ME (162 miles)
Arrive in Bar Harbor at the entrance to Acadia National Park on Mt. Desert Island. Plan a whale watch cruise, or enjoy the striking scenery and mountain trails in the park.
2 nights Bar Harbor Area
Standard Hotel: Holiday Inn Ellsworth
Select Hotel: Harbor Regency, Bluenose Inn

Day 6-7

To White Mtns, NH (250 miles)
In the White Mountains, drive to the summit of Mt. Washington, shop, or take the Conway Scenic Railroad, or head to the Lakes Region.
2 nights White Mountains
Standard Hotel: Lodge at Lincoln Station
Select Hotel: Eagle Mountain House

Day 8-9

To Northern Vermont (130 miles)
Head for Woodstock, a quintessential New England village with traditional shops and covered bridges. Take tea at the Woodstock Inn, and visit the Billings Farm Museum before stopping at the Shelburne Museum to see its collections of Americana, gardens and the side-wheeler, SS Ticonderoga.
2 nights Green Mountains
Standard Hotel: Commodores Inn
Select Hotel: Basin Harbor Club

Day 10

To Connecticut River Valley, MA (174 miles)
Visit the Vermont Marble Museum before heading to the Berkshires, to visit Arrowhead, where Herman Melville wrote Moby Dick.
1 night Connecticut River Valley
Standard Hotel: Best Western Sovereign
Select Hotel: Sturbridge Host

Day 11-12

To Newport, RI (127 miles)
Before heading to Newport, visit the Aquarium at Mystic, Connecticut. Continue to Newport, summer resort of America’s first millionaires. Spend the day on a spectacular beach, tour the Cliff Walk and Ten Mile Drive with its extravagant summer mansions. Newport’s restored waterfront features many shops and restaurants.
2 nights Newport
Standard Hotel: Howard Johnson Inn
Select Hotel: Viking

Day 13-14

To Cape Cod, MA (75 miles)
Travel to Cape Cod, a fabulous summer resort with white sandy beaches and abundant attractions. Plan a whale watch cruise, visit historic Chatham or colorful, artistic Provincetown. Take a day trip to Martha’s Vineyard or Nantucket.
2 nights Cape Cod
Standard Hotel: Holiday Inn, Heritage House
Select Hotel: Sheraton Four Points

Day 15

To Boston (75 miles)
En route to Logan Airport, visit Plymouth and Plimoth Plantation, a living museum depicting life in 1627. Travel to Boston, drop your car and catch your flight home.