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Fall Colours of New England & Canada
Marvel at Mother Nature’s dazzling display, one of her greatest wonders and enjoy some of North America’s most exciting, enthralling cities.
Central Park, New York
Château Frontenac, Québec City Day One – Fly to the USA Fly to New York and transfer to New Jersey and your hotel for the next two nights. Day Two – Included Manhattan day trip Head into the heart of downtown Manhattan. Enjoy free time, or, more likely, join our optional guided tour of the “city that never sleeps”. Marvel at the famous sights – the Empire State and Chrysler Buildings, bustling Times Square, Central Park, Wall Street and the waterfront district, looking out towards the Statue of Liberty. The tour also includes a visit to the Top of the Rock at the towering Rockefeller Center, the 70th Floor viewing platform from which the whole of Manhattan can be seen.
Day Three – Travel through Upstate New York
to Niagara Falls Today head north to spend two nights by Niagara Falls, a scenic journey travelling through beautiful Upstate New York, its forested landscape dotted with pretty towns. Enjoy your first evening in Niagara Falls. Day Four – See Niagara Falls Enjoy a full day in Niagara Falls, perhaps boarding the Hornblower Niagara Cruise (bookable locally) for a spray-soaked passage close to the foot of the torrent. For a bird’s eye view, why not take an optional helicopter ride above the Falls or enjoy lunch from the viewpoint of an overlooking restaurant?
Day Five – Visit Niagara-on-the-Lake en
route to Toronto Visit delightful Niagara-onthe-Lake, a town of pretty houses and the world-famous Shaw Theatre, one of America’s most celebrated playhouses. Then, continue to the cosmopolitan city of Toronto and discover its lively, trendy waterfront, sky-piercing CN Tower and colourful historic neighbourhoods on an optional guided city tour.
Day Six – Follow the Maple Leaf Trail to
Ottawa Travel east to romantic Ottawa, Canada’s delightful capital. Take in the Victorian houses and grand Parliament Buildings, and perhaps a stroll beside the Rideau Canal, set against the leafy background of the Gatineau Hills.
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• Heathrow £3,005 (UK connecting flights available – call us for details)
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• Manhattan City Tour & Top of the Rock (half day) – from £59 • Niagara Falls Lunch – from £29 • Helicopter Flight over Niagara Falls – from £99 • Toronto City Tour (half day) – from £29 • Québec City Tour – from £20 • Mount Washington Cog Railway & Scenic Byways (full day) – from £72 • Boston City Tour (full day) – from £19 Room for Sole Use from £1,045
Please note: There is a $6 US charge to cross the border from Canada to the USA. This is payable in cash at the border crossing and is not included in the holiday price. The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour.
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Niagara Falls VT
NH Bethel
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CT RI Boston
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ESCORTED TOUR These hugely popular tours, enjoyed by countless happy customers over the years, have truly stood the test of time.
• Spend time in mesmerising New York • Spend two nights at Niagara Falls • Enjoy a stay in waterfront Toronto • Visit historic Niagara-on-the-Lake • Visit capital Ottawa and stylish Montréal • Discover historic Québec City, overlooking the mighty St Lawrence River • A breathtaking fall foilage drive through the stunning New England countryside • Discover Portland and Kennebunkport • Explore historic, elegant Boston • Three nights in the seafront resort of Hull • Follow the Pilgrim’s footsteps at Plimoth
Plantation and visit Cape Cod • Complete the tour with a visit to Newport • 13 nights’ carefully chosen room-only accommodation, plus one night on the aircraft • Return flights to New York, with coach travel and transfers throughout • Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager
travel tips...
A travel mug for your coffee or tea will help considerably reduce the use of single-use cups during your holiday.
Niagara Falls Boston Common, Boston New England
Later, continue into Québec, the great French Canadian province and to Montréal, the world’s second-largest French speaking metropolis, where you’ll spend the next two nights. Perhaps dine in the trendy Vieux Port District tonight.
Day Seven – Included day in Québec City
Today’s included excursion takes you to charming, historic Québec City, Canada’s only walled settlement. Join an optional guided city tour and explore the narrow, cobbled alleyways, the monumental Citadelle and the Château Frontenac hotel. Québec City is sure to prove one of the highlights of your entire holiday.
Day Eight – Explore Montréal’s Vieux Port
and travel to Jay Peak After a relaxing morning, perhaps spent exploring Montréal’s historic Vieux Port area, travel back towards the US border. Crossing into leafy Vermont, you’ll spend the night in the exquisite mountain resort surroundings of Jay Peak.
Day Nine – Travel through the White Mountains
to Bethel A memorable day awaits, today, as you travel through stunning scenery, via Franconia Notch and the spectacular Fall foliage of the Kancamagus Highway, through the White Mountains and on to the beautiful mountain village of Bethel, Maine.
Day 10 – Optional ride on the Mount Washington
Cog Railway Today, many will wish to join our optional excursion to Mount Washington. Travel along the leafy lanes of northern Maine, then climb aboard the historic Cog Railway for the ride to the summit of the highest peak in New England. This evening, join a guided drive in search of moose.
Day 11 – Visit Portland, Ogunquit and
Kennebunkport Journey further into the great state of Maine, calling at the coastal city of Portland, with its waterfront wharves and fine seafood restaurants. Visit delightful beachfront Ogunquit before crossing into Massachusetts to spend three nights in seafront Hull, close to elegant Boston. Day 12 – Included Boston day trip Enjoy a full day in America’s most European city, joining our optional guided tour to explore the famous Freedom Trail through its compact heart, taking in the gold-domed State House, leafy Boston Common and the cobbled streets of historic Beacon Hill. Perhaps find lunch from the stalls in Quincy Market - clam chowder or delicious New England lobster - before strolling around the harbourside, or crossing the Charles River to famous Cambridge, home to Harvard University.
Day 13 – Visit to Plimoth Plantation and Hyannis
Journey towards the South Shore for the chance to follow in the footsteps of the Pilgrim Fathers at Plymouth, ‘America’s Hometown’, and visit fascinating Plimoth Plantation, where the early days of the European settlers are re-enacted. You’ll then continue to Cape Cod and visit Hyannis, hometown of the Kennedys. Day 14 – Visit Newport, Rhode Island Return to New York, via elegant Newport, Rhode Island. The East Coast’s premier resort town is home to the opulent weekend ‘cottages’ of America’s wealthiest families. You’ll then transfer to the airport for your overnight flight to the UK. Day 15 – Arrive home Arrive home at the end of a wonderful holiday.
your hotels
Holiday Inn Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey nights 1-2
This popular hotel has a choice of restaurants including, a steak house, and also has a fitness centre. All rooms are spacious, and have a TV and coffee-makers. DoubleTree Fallsview Resort & Spa by Hilton, Niagara Falls nights 3-4
This friendly hotel offers a whole host of leisure amenities including, an indoor pool, a spa and a sauna, as well as restaurant and a coffee shop.
DoubleTree Fallsview Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto
Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto night 5
This excellent downtown hotel has a restaurant, a bar, a coffee shop, an indoor swimming pool and lifts to all floors. Each guestroom has private facilities, a TV, tea/coffee-making facilities, a hairdryer and a telephone. Sheraton Centre, Montréal nights 6-7
The hotel has a restaurant and a large, airy cafe/bar, as well as an indoor pool, a whirlpool and a gym. All rooms are comfortable and very well-equipped. Stateside Hotel, Jay Peak night 8
Located in the mountains, with spectacular views, this hotel has an American-style diner and a bar. All rooms have TV and coffee-making facilities. Grand Summit Resort, Bethel* nights 9-10
In an unequalled mountainside location near the Maine village of Bethel. In addition to its guestrooms, this comfortable hotel has a restaurant, a mini-market and a pool area. Nantasket Beach Resort, Hull nights 11-13
Located just under an hour’s drive from downtown Boston, on the seafront promenade with many restaurants, bars and a handful of local shops, this hotel has a restaurant and bar as well as an indoor pool.