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Discover colonial villages and cosmopolitan cities set amid stunning lakes and mountains. Spend two nights in New York City including a guided city tour, a Sightseeing Liberty Cruise, and tickets to a Broadway musical. In Boston, visit historic sights on a tour of the Freedom Trail with a costumed guide, explore the USS Constitution Museum, and learn more about the Boston Tea Party. We travel through New Hampshire and Vermont with visits to the Canterbury Shaker Village and Trapp Family Lodge. Then marvel at the beauty of Niagara Falls before we return home.
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Day 1 : Our Journey Begins
We begin our journey to discover all that scenic New England has to offer. Tonight we have accommodations in South Bend, Indiana.
Day 2 : Indiana, Ohio & Pennsylvania
We travel to Clearfield, Pennsylvania for our lodging this evening. Our included dinner is served in the Pennsylvania Dutch tradition.
Day 3 : New York City
Today we arrive in “The Big Apple” and check in for a two night stay in a centrally-located New York City hotel.
Day 4 : Broadway Musical
New York City is ours to explore today, the illustrious centerpiece of American culture, entertainment, history, and economics. See New York from the water during a Sightseeing Liberty Cruise, witnessing the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, One World Trade Center, and so much more. See New York from the water during a Sightseeing Liberty Cruise, witnessing the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, One World Trade Center, and so much more. Discover many Manhattan landmarks on a driving tour with an expert local guide to see Central Park, Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, Rockefeller Center, Times Square, and other iconic venues. Tonight we revel in the glitz and glamour of New York City’s Theater District at a Broadway musical.
Day 5 : JFK Library
We travel through Connecticut and Rhode Island to Massachusetts. This afternoon we visit the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library where exhibits and a documentary film acquaint us with the political career and family life of one of our country’s most remembered presidents. Our accommodations for the next two nights are in Boston.
Day 6 : Boston
This morning we go on a guided tour exploring sites on Boston’s Freedom Trail, learning about the crucial roles they played in our colonial history. View Paul Revere's home and Old North Church where signal lanterns ignited the American Revolution. Our lunch stop is at one of America’s most famous dining complexes, historic Quincy Market. After lunch we visit the USS Constitution Museum and learn about “Old Ironsides,” a 220-year-old naval frigate still floating in Boston’s harbor today. Later we visit the Boston Tea Party Museum to learn about the daring actions of the Sons of Liberty which led to the birth of the nation. We join a historic reenactment of the town meeting held just hours before the Boston Tea Party, storm the wharf to destroy the Crown’s tea aboard an authentic 18th-century replica vessel, and attend the award-winning, multi-sensory film Let It Begin Here.
Day 7 : Salem
Visit Salem for a guided city tour. We witness historic architecture, learn about the city’s role in the American Revolution, and acquaint ourselves with its infamous 17th-century witchcraft trials. We then enter New Hampshire's hardwood forests that present Mother Nature in her brilliant autumn colors! Receive a warm welcome at the Canterbury Shaker Village, a museum and historic site with 25 original Shaker buildings, gardens, and mill ponds dedicated to preserving their 200-year legacy. Our guided tour here offers fascinating insight into their passion for community and commitment to historic preservation.
Day 8 : New Hampshire
Franconia Notch is a spectacular mountain pass traversed by a unique parkway. We stop along the way to learn about the natural wonders of the White Mountain National Forest and Franconia Notch State Park. Later at Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks we learn about maple sugar and syrup production. Our next two nights are in Montpelier, Vermont. We have time for lunch on colorful Main Street and a stroll to the Vermont State House, the Greek Revival-style capitol building.
Day 9 : Vermont
Begin the day visiting the Cold Hollow Cider Mill where we learn how an apple press from the 1920s is still producing delicious ciders, baked goods, and more regional favorites. Next we arrive at the Trapp Family Lodge in Stowe, Vermont. The family from The Sound of Music settled here after fleeing Europe in the 1940s. Savor an Austria-inspired lunch buffet in the dining room, tour the lodge, and watch a documentary film about Maria von Trapp. Our day continues with a visit to Waterbury, a quaint Vermont town that is also the home to some of the world’s most famous ice cream flavors! Visit Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream and taste their delicious varieties.
Day 10 : 1,000 Islands Cruise
Depart Montpelier and travel to Grand Isle, just north of Burlington. After crossing Lake Champlain by ferry we travel to Alexandria Bay, New York where we hear about the history of the 1,000 Islands as a resort area for the rich and famous during a cruise along the St. Lawrence River. Tonight we stay in Alexandria Bay.
Day 11 : Niagara Falls
Travel through the Finger Lakes region of NY and arrive at the Upstate New York side of the epic Niagara Falls. Enjoy exploring, lunch of your choice, relax, shop for souvenirs, and experience marvelous views of the storied falls. This evening we enjoy dinner together before witnessing the enchanting falls at night when they are illuminated in bright colors.
Day 12 : Homeward Bound
Our route takes us to our overnight accommodations where we stay in the South Bend area and enjoy a Holiday Vacations Farewell Dinner with new friends.
Day 13 : Return Home
September 19, 2022 - October 1, 2022
Occupancy
Price Per Person
*Double Pre/Post Tour with Airfare
$660
Double
$3799
*Single Pre/Post Tour with Airfare
$800
Single
$5299
Final Payment Date: 07/06/2022
September 26, 2022 - October 8, 2022
Final Payment Date: 07/13/2022
Motorcoach Pickups
Motorcoach Pickup Locations:
Albert Lea, MN - HyVee Grocery Store
Appleton, WI - DoubleTree
Austin, MN - Walmart
Baldwin, WI - WisDOT Park & Ride 55-02
Baraboo/Lake Delton, WI - McDonalds
Bayside, WI - McDonalds
Bloomington, MN - Hilton Minneapolis/Bloomington
Brooklyn Park, MN - Marriott Hotel
Eau Claire, WI - Holiday Vacations Office
Faribault, MN - Regency Inn & Suites
Fond Du Lac, WI - Radisson Inn & Conference Center
Germantown, WI - Country Inn & Suites
Green Bay, WI - AmericInn By Wyndham
Hudson, WI - WisDOT Park & Ride 55-05
Janesville, WI - Festival Foods
Johnson Creek, WI - Pine Cone Café
Kenosha, WI - McDonalds
Madison, WI - Baymont Inn
Marshfield, WI - WisDOT Park & Ride 71-01
Mauston, WI - McDonalds
Menomonie, WI - AmericInn
Merrill, WI - Walmart
Milwaukee, WI - Clarion Hotel Milwaukee Airport
Minnetonka, MN - Sheraton Minneapolis West
Oconomowoc, WI - Metro Market
Onalaska, WI - Walmart Supercenter
Oshkosh, WI - Perkins Restaurant
Osseo, WI - McDonalds
Owatonna, MN - Walmart Supercenter
Portage, WI - Petro Portage
Racine, WI - Petro Station
Rochester, MN - McDonalds
Rockford, IL - Holiday Inn
Sheboygan, WI - McDonalds
Shoreview, MN - Best Western
South Beloit, IL - Flying J Travel Plaza
Sparta, WI - Super 8
St Paul, MN - Doubletree By Hilton
Stevens Point, WI - Dunham's Sports
Tomah, WI - McDonalds
Waukesha, WI - McDonalds
Wausau, WI - Walmart Supercenter
Wauwatosa, WI - Radisson Hotel Milwaukee West
West Bend, WI - AmericInn
New York City is ours to explore today, the illustrious centerpiece of American culture, entertainment, history, and economics. See New York from the water during a Sightseeing Liberty Cruise, witnessing the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, One World Trade Center, and so much more. See New York from the water during a Sightseeing Liberty Cruise witnessing the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and One World Trade Center. Discover Manhattan landmarks on a driving tour with an expert local guide to see Central Park, Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, Rockefeller Center, Times Square, and other iconic venues. Tonight we revel in the glitz and glamour of New York City’s Theater District at a Broadway musical.
This morning we go on a guided tour exploring sites on Boston’s Freedom Trail, learning about the crucial roles they played in our colonial history. View Paul Revere's home and Old North Church where signal lanterns ignited the American Revolution. Our lunch stop is at one of America’s most famous dining complexes, historic Quincy Market. After lunch we visit the USS Constitution Museum and learn about “Old Ironsides,” a 220-year-old naval frigate still floating in Boston’s harbor today. Later we visit the Boston Tea Party Museum to learn about the daring actions of the Sons of Liberty which lead to the birth of the nation. We join a historic reenactment of the town meeting held just hours before the Boston Tea Party, storm the wharf to destroy the Crown’s tea aboard an authentic 18th century replica vessel, and attend the award-winning, multi-sensory film Let It Begin Here.
Day 7 : Salem & the Canterbury Shakers
Visit the city of Salem for a guided city tour and time at its Maritime Visitor Center. We’ll witness historic architecture, learn about the city’s role in the American Revolution, and acquaint ourselves with its infamous 17th century witchcraft trials. We then enter New Hampshire, whose hardwood forests present Mother Nature in brilliant autumn colors! Receive a warm welcome at the Canterbury Shaker Village, a museum and historic site with 25 original Shaker buildings, gardens, and mill ponds dedicated to preserving their 200-year legacy. Our guided tour here offers fascinating insight into their passion for community and commitment to historic preservation.
Day 8 : Franconia Notch
Franconia Notch is a spectacular mountain pass traversed by a unique parkway. We stop along the way to learn about the natural wonders of the White Mountain National Forest. Later at Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks we learn about maple sugar and syrup production. Our next two nights are in Montpelier, Vermont. We have time for lunch on colorful Main Street and a stroll to the Vermont State House, the Greek Revival-style capitol building.
We depart Montpelier and travel to Grand Isle, just north of Burlington. After crossing Lake Champlain by ferry we travel to Alexandria Bay, New York. Enjoy a relaxing cruise along the St. Lawrence River and hear about the history of the 1,000 Islands resort area popular with the rich and famous. Our overnight accommodations are in Alexandria Bay.
Travel north of the Finger Lakes and cross the border into Canada to enjoy time in Niagara Falls. Upon arrival we stop at the Table Rock Complex for lunch followed by time to shop for souvenirs and get views of the spectacular falls while enjoying an included dinner. Later we witness the enchanting wonder of the cascading water illuminated in bright colors.
Day 12 : Travel through Ontario
Our route takes us through Ontario’s farming region and back into the U.S. Tonight our Holiday Vacations Farewell Dinner and lodging are in Kalamazoo.
September 18, 2023 - September 30, 2023
$675
$3899
$825
$5399
Final Payment Date: 07/05/2023
September 25, 2023 - October 7, 2023
Final Payment Date: 07/12/2023
Bloomington, MN - Best Western Plus Bloomington Hotel
Eau Claire, WI - Groome Transportation
Wisconsin Rapids, WI - Walmart Supercenter
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Tour days tend to be long, move at a brisk pace, and may include lengthy travel days. Expect long periods of walking and standing on uneven surfaces. Scheduled activities may require physical effort or have distinct changes in altitude or temperature.
Tour days tend to be long, move at a vigorous pace, and may include lengthy travel days. Expect long periods of walking and standing on rough surfaces. Scheduled activities may require physical effort or have distinct changes in altitude or temperature.