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New England's Fall Foliage a Women-Only Tour
With a tapestry of vibrantly colored leaves at every turn, New England in the fall is a sight to behold. On this eight-day guided women-only tour, explore Boston, one of the oldest cities in the U.S., walking part of the red-brick Freedom Trail and seeing the hall that housed the country's first-ever town meeting. Marvel at the bronzing leaves of Vermont's trees as you travel to Stowe and visit the women-owned and -managed Bread and Butter Farm. In Montpelier, delight in a visit to a maple syrup farm where you can taste the sweet golden liquid tapped straight from the trees. Ascend a gondola at Loon Mountain Resort into New Hampshire's White Mountains and join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience for an insightful talk by a woman who is an expert on the North Woods' wildlife and ecology. With your small group of like-minded travelers, celebrate your trip with a decadent lobster dinner.
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Welcome to Boston
Affectionately known as Beantown, this revolutionary city is one of the oldest in the United States. After settling in, perhaps take a stroll to Downtown Crossing or historic Faneuil Hall. For those looking to shop, Quincy Market offers big brands and local products, set indoors and surrounding the columns of a regal 19th century building. At 18:00, join your Travel Director for dinner and an opportunity to mingle with fellow guests at your hotel.
Hotel: Hyatt Regency, Boston
Beantown to Saratoga Springs
Today you'll discover some of Boston's most famous sights as you delve into the city's transformative past. You'll follow part of the red-brick Freedom Trail that brings the story of the American Revolution to life. See Boston Common, Boston Public Garden, Trinity Church and Copley Square. This afternoon, explore Stockbridge with an Insight Choice. Choose to visit the Norman Rockwell Museum, home to the largest and most significant collection of original Rockwell art. Alternatively, choose to take a guided tour of Chesterwood, the former summer home and studio of renowned 20th-century sculptor Daniel Chester French, famous for his work on the Lincoln Memorial. Travel on through the rolling hills of the Berkshires and onto your upstate New York hotel, situated within the Saratoga Spa State Park.
Hotel: The Gideon Putnam, Saratoga Springs
The Legends of the Fall and Stowe
Trace the roots of Vermont's rural traditions as you travel from Saratoga Springs into the heart of New England. In Weston, step inside the Vermont Country Store, a family-run emporium preserving generations of heritage brands and household curiosities. Browse shelves filled with locally made maple syrup, nostalgic sweets and artisanal Vermont cheeses, each reflecting the state's rich tradition of craftsmanship. Explore Woodstock, a village renowned for its Federal-style architecture and artisanal spirit. At Billings Farm & Museum, gain insight into sustainable dairy farming practices and how 19th-century life shaped the region's agricultural legacy. Later, at Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks, learn how maple sap is turned into syrup and taste the seasonal delicacy 'sugar on snow'. Your day concludes at the Von Trapp Family Lodge, home to the famed musical family who made Vermont their refuge after fleeing Austria.
Hotel: Trapp Family Lodge, Stowe
North Conway and the White Mountains
Journey to New Hampshire's White Mountains and enter striking Franconia Notch. Take a scenic ride on the Gondola SkyRide at Loon Mountain Resort. On a clear day, you'll have superb panoramic views of New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, New York and Canada. Later, journey through the dazzling crimson and orange hues of the famed Kancamagus Scenic Byway to North Conway. This spectacular section of Route 112 is unspoiled by industry and boasts 34.5 miles of untouched natural beauty.
Hotel: White Mountain, North Conway
Sightseeing in the White Mountains Relaxed Start
In the morning, join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience as you enjoy an insightful talk by a woman naturalist expert on the North Woods' wildlife and ecology. Then, more spectacular fall foliage awaits as you journey through Crawford Notch, an arresting pass through the White Mountains. Stop for pictures at the Silver Cascade Waterfall and Bretton Woods, which offers stunning views of Mount Washington, the tallest peak in the northeast at 6,288 feet (1,917 meters). Your Travel Director will guide you on a scenic hike to Diana's Baths which features a series of small cascading waterfalls. Return to your hotel where you can enjoy an evening at leisure.
Hotel: White Mountain, North Conway
The Rugged Maine Coast Relaxed Start
Cross from New Hampshire into Maine this morning as you travel along the jagged coastline. Head to Fort Williams Park which is home to the iconic Portland Head Lighthouse that has been in operation since 1791. Then spend the rest of your afternoon at leisure in Portland. In the evening, enjoy a delicious dinner featuring Maine lobster with your fellow travelers.
Hotel: Westin Portland Harborview, Portland
Back to Boston
Known for its sandy beaches, Kennebunkport is a year-round coastal destination that houses the rich and famous, even serving as the summer retreat of former President George H.W. Bush. Travel along Ocean Drive with more stunning views of the Maine coastline, before driving back to Boston. Guests departing Boston will arrive at Boston Logan International Airport at 12:30 pm.
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Start: September 15, 2027 End: September 22, 2027 Price: $6,250 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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Start: September 17, 2027 End: September 24, 2027 Price: $6,395 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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Start: September 22, 2027 End: September 29, 2027 Price: $6,395 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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