New England & New York City

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1st DAY Home to Rockford
Today is a day of getting to know our fellow passengers as we travel to our first overnight stay in Rockford, IL. We stop for a delightful lunch at the Norske Nook, a Scandinavian Restaurant, with time to shop in some of the quaint Scandinavian shops. Enjoy fall colors as we drive through the winding roads of Wisconsin.

Meals: Lunch
Ramada Limited

2nd DAY Rockford to Detroit
Enjoy the passing landscapes as we make our way eastward to Detroit, with a coffee break in downtown Chicago and a noon lunch stop along the way. Our destination for the night is Detroit where we check into our hotel for the evening.

Meals: Light Breakfast
Hampton Inn

3rd DAY Detroit to Niagara Falls
This morning we visit the Ford museum in Dearborn, MI, before making our way to Niagara Falls. This evening we will spend some time at the falls.

Meals:Light Breakfast
Hampton Inn

4th DAY Niagara Falls
This morning we will enjoy a drive along the Niagara River where we view beautiful homes and flowers, a gorgeous floral clock and Niagara Gorge. Enjoy noon lunch on your own in the beautiful little village of Niagara on the Lake. Take time to shop and browse the quaint little shops in the area. Later we will ride on the “Maid of the Mist,” which takes us to the base of the waterfalls. This evening we will experience an elegant included dinner atop the Skylon Tower, with a breathtaking panoramic view of Niagara Falls and the surrounding area.

Meals: Light Breakfast, Dinner

5th DAY Niagara Falls to Saranac Lake
(Fly Away joins us today)
As we leave the splendor of the falls behind us, we will experience the beautiful countryside of New York state with winding roads and mountain splendor. Experience one of the trips most beautiful drives as we make our way to Saranac Lake. Dinner is included at a local favorite restaurant.

Meals: Light Breakfast, Dinner
Adirondack Comfort Inn

6thDAY Saranac Lake – Lake Placid – Saranac Lake
Enjoy a tour of Lake Placid where the 1980 winter Olympics took place. From the giant ski jumps to the Ice Hockey Arenas, this is where America made history with a Gold Medal! Take some time to sight-see and browse the shops in this picturesque mountain resort town nestled in the Adirondack Mountains.

Meals: Breakfast

7th DAY Saranac Lake to North Conway
This morning we leave Saranac Lake and take a scenic ferry ride across Lake Champlain to Burlington, VT and enjoy a breathtaking view of the Adirondack and Green mountains in all their autumn glory. Visit Montpelier, the capital of Vermont, with a stop at the unique Capital Building. A spectacular drive takes us to Franconia Notch State Park in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. Here we’ll see the Old Man of the Mountain, a natural rock formation 1200 feet above Profile Lake. Enjoy a tram ride up colorful Cannon Mountain with a view that can’t be beat! We travel on the famous Kancamagus Highway, a scenic highway that winds through the White Mountains. We stay the night in the bustling town of Conway, home of many factory outlet stores.

Meals: Breakfast
Hoilday Inn Express

8th DAY North Conway to Wells
Enjoy this morning at leisure in Conway with opportunity to browse the charming historic village. Later we check into a resort hotel beautifully set in the historic village of Wells, Maine.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Elmwood Resort

9th DAY Wells
Today we explore Kennebunkport with a picture stop at the Wedding Cake House. We’ll have some time to browse around this beautiful seaside village before making a stop at Walker Point for a view of former President George Bush’s summer home. We’ll also take some time to explore Portland, with a stop at the famous Portland Head Lighthouse, a perfect opportunity for some picture taking. This evening enjoy a traditional lobster dinner.


Meals: Dinner

10th DAY Wells to Plymouth
Boston awaits as we motor south for a highlighted tour including the old North Church which signaled the beginning of the Revolutionary War. We’ll see the famous USS Constitution “Old Ironside,” and many other interesting sights Boston has to offer. Enjoy a lunch stop at Quincy Market with many charming cafes and shops. This evening is spent in Plymouth.
Radisson Plymouth

11th DAY Plymouth to Mystic Seaport
Today we will see Plymouth Rock, and a replica of the ship, “The Mayflower”. Following an included lunch at the famous historic LaForge Restaurant, we’ll tour the old seaport town of Newport, Rhode Island, with many beautiful mansions, including the church where John and Jackie Kennedy were married! Travel the famous 10 mile drive which features many exquisite estates. See Newport’s famed harbor and Bowen’s Wharf. You’ll soon learn why Newport is considered America’s yachting capital. This evening your hotel is nestled in the charming village of Mystic Seaport, steps from cafes, shops, and more.


Meals:Lunch
AmeriSuites

12th DAY Mystic Seaport to New York City
We leave Mystic behind, and travel across beautiful Connecticut to New York City. We’ll check into the lovely Sheraton New York Hotel & Towers, steps from Times Square, Broadway, charming cafes, shops, and more. After lunch we welcome a local step on guide to show us the best sights and sounds of the Big Apple, New York City! See Times Square, Wall Street, the Garment District, Broadway, Empire State Building, Greenwich Village, the Lincoln Center, and many other points of interest. Freshen up and have dinner on own at one of the many nearby restaurants. This evening we’ll attend one of Broadway’s top shows!

Meals: Light Breakfast
Sheraton New York Manhattan Hotel

13th DAY New York City
This morning we’ll take a colorful ferry boat ride to the famous Statue of Liberty, symbolizing American freedom to all. Visit Ellis Island and discover, by exhibits, the 12 million people who came here looking for a better life. View the film “Island of Hope, Island of Tears”, before visiting the Great Hall. This evening you are special guests aboard the outstanding World Yacht for a dinner cruise. Enjoy sweeping views of the illuminated New York City Skyline, the Statue of Liberty and more.

Included Meals: Dinner

14th DAY New York City to Youngstown
(Fly Away Group flys home today.)
Travel through the beautiful countryside of Pennsylvania, painted perfectly in fall colors! Tonight we settle in Youngstown for a relaxing evening.
Hampton Inn

15th DAY Youngstown to Chicago
Today we enjoy the company of our fellow travelers as we travel to Chicago, where we spend the night.

Meals: Light Breakfast
Hawthorn Suites

16th DAY Chicago to Home
As we travel homeward, we will have opportunity to recall the pleasant memories of fall in New England and enjoy the friends that we have made on this beautiful and historic trip!

Meals: Light Breakfast