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Islands of New England
An 8-Day Collette Tours tour starting from $1,599
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| Tour Length: | 8 Days | |
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Cities Visited: The charming islands and rugged coastlines of New England are the focus of this eight-day vacation. Join us as we explore Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket, Cape Cod, and the historic cities of Providence, Boston and Newport. In preservation-minded Providence, see one of the nation's best collections of restored colonial home and mansions on the streets around Brown University. In Newport, the opulence of the Gilded Age is combined with expansive ocean vistas as you take a guided tour of the Vanderbilt summer home, Marble House. In Boston, more colonial history awaits you in the city's historic North End, Beacon Hill, the Old South Meeting House and Old North Church. The story of the Pilgrims becomes very real at Plimoth Plantation, a meticulously researched recreation of their early settlement and center for early American history. On Cape Cod, see the summer playground (and presidential retreat) of the Kennedy family in Hyannisport. On Martha's Vineyard, summer home to celebrities, famous writers and artists, join a local guide to see the island's renowned gingerbread cottages, historic whaling port and captain's homes. On the island of Nantucket, explore the waterfront and browse the shops lining its cobblestone streets before embarking on a guided tour of the island's cottages, beaches and lighthouses.4428The charming islands and rugged coastlines of New England are the focus of this eight-day vacation. Join us as we explore Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket, Cape Cod, and the historic cities of Providence, Boston and Newport. In preservation-minded Providence, see one of the nation's best collections of restored colonial home and mansions on the streets around Brown University. In Newport, the opulence of the Gilded Age is combined with expansive ocean vistas as you take a guided tour of the Vanderbilt summer home, Marble House. In Boston, more colonial history awaits you in the city's historic North End, Beacon Hill, the Old South Meeting House and Old North Church. The story of the Pilgrims becomes very real at Plimoth Plantation, a meticulously researched recreation of their early settlement and center for early American history. On Cape Cod, see the summer playground (and presidential retreat) of the Kennedy family in Hyannisport. On Martha's Vineyard, summer home to celebrities, famous writers and artists, join a local guide to see the island's renowned gingerbread cottages, historic whaling port and captain's homes. On the island of Nantucket, explore the waterfront and browse the shops lining its cobblestone streets before embarking on a guided tour of the island's cottages, beaches and lighthouses. |
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Day 1: Providence, Rhode Island - Tour Begins
Join Collette on a journey highlighting the natural beauty and traditional charm of New England. Your tour begins in Providence, the capital of Rhode Island.
Day 2: Providence - Newport - Providence
This morning enjoy a sightseeing tour of Providence, “America’s Renaissance City”. Following your city tour, visit a community enrichment center for underprivileged youth that is sponsored by the Collette Foundation. Next, depart for Newport, the “Yachting Capital of the East.” Travel along breathtaking Ocean Drive en route to Bellevue Avenue which is lined with 11 historic mansions representative of America's Gilded Age.
Day 3: Providence - Boston, Massachusetts - Providence
Depart Providence and travel north to the exciting city of Boston. Let Boston’s historical charm envelop you during a tour of Beacon Hill, the Old South Meeting House, Public Gardens, historic North End, Old North Church, the U.S.S. Constitution and Faneuil Hall Marketplace. Then, use your leisure time to stroll along the famed Freedom Trail, a 2.5 mile walking path along the streets of Boston showcasing the city's historical sites, or explore the lively marketplace in Faneuil Hall.
Day 4: Providence - Cape Cod, Massachusetts
Today you'll tour a traditional New England cranberry bog and learn about dry harvesting. Then, step back in time with a stop in the celebrated city of Plymouth where the Pilgrims landed in 1620. See legendary Plymouth Rock and board a reproduction of the Mayflower, the 102-passenger ship used by the Pilgrims for the 65-day journey from England. Experience the Pilgrim way of life with a visit to Plimoth Plantation, a re-creation of a 17th-century village. Tonight, indulge in a traditional, savory New England lobster feast.
Day 5: Cape Cod - Martha’s Vineyard - Cape Cod
Day 6: Cape Cod - Nantucket - Cape Cod
Step aboard the Nantucket ferry complete with all the luxuries of first-class ferry service, en route to Nantucket. Upon arrival you’ll set out on a tour exploring the beauty of this idyllic island, from cobblestoned Main Street to its beaches and lighthouses. During leisure time explore the island’s waterfront where yachts bob in the harbor or perhaps shop for a famous Nantucket basket.
Day 7: Cape Cod - Hyannis - Provincetown - Cape Cod
Day 8: Cape Cod - Tour Ends
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- Providence, Newport, Boston, Cranberry Bog, Plymouth Rock, Plimoth Plantation, Cape Cod, Lobster Feast, Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket, Hyannis, Provincetow
- At Plimoth Plantation, journey back in time to the 1620s when the Mayflower landed in Plymouth, Massachusetts.
- Spend a day exploring Nantucket, known for its beautiful cottages and cobblestone streets.
- Enjoy a guided tour of a working New England cranberry bog. Later, indulge in a traditional New England lobster feast.
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This 13 day trip has everything you've always wanted in a trip to Italy. Enjoy multiple night stays in Rome, Florence, Venice, the Amalfi coast and Stresa in the Lakes District. Discover the treasures of Classical and Christian Rome. Walk in the footsteps on the ancients in Pompeii. See the gems of the Renaissance in Florence's Academy Gallery, including Michelangelo's David. Visit Lugano, Switzerland, and cruise to Isola Bella, one of the scenic Borromean Islands.
Revel in the magic of Italy on this 10-day tour that explores the cities of Rome, Florence, Venice, Assisi and Perugia. Travel the Tuscan and Umbrian countryside, exploring medieval hill towns and visiting the birthplace of St. Francis, Assisi. Discover the masterpieces of the Renaissance in Florence and see hot glass transformed into exquisite art on Murano Island. Linger in Venice for two nights before ending your journey in the lovely Italian Lake region. Cross the border and explore the Swiss resort town of Lugano.
Spain is a colorful pageant of art, history and culture, set against a backdrop that spans sunny Mediterranean shores and grand mountain ranges, dotted with groves of oranges and olives. Explore the priceless treasures in Madrid’s Prado Museum. Visit the exotic and expansive Alhambra palace, resplendent with Moorish regal flair. See Columbus’ tomb. Feel the passion of the Flamenco with reserved seating at a performance in Seville. Explore Valencia, Barcelona, Granada, Cordoba and Toledo. Travel the Sierra Nevada
Immerse yourself in the ultimate winter wonderland — the Canadian Rockies. Hop aboard VIA Rail Canada's Snow Train Express and head for Jasper with spectacular views. Travel across the Icefields Parkway with breathtaking scenery. Relax at three Fairmont properties: Jasper Park Lodge, Château Lake Louise, and the Banff Springs Resort, each magically decorated for the holiday. Enjoy a cooking demonstration, kitchen tour and learn how to make your own holiday pastries
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