Best of New England
Self-drive Tour
Walk the historic freedom trail in Boston, taste the fresh seafood in New England and drive to the summit of Cadillac Mountain in Acadia National park. Stroll the beaches of Cape Cod and visit the famed Mayflower II, this tour highlights the best New England has to offer.
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Your Itinerary
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Day 1-2 : Boston
Arrive at Boston Airport, pick up your rental car and proceed to your hotel. Explore the city, steeped with history from the American Revolution, and any portion of the 4km Freedom Trail which starts at Boston Common and passes 16 of the city’s historic landmarks.
Day 3 : Kennebunkport (90 Miles)
Along the route north of Boston lies almost four centuries of history, as well as some of the coast’s finest beaches and seascapes. Stop in Salem, the location of the infamous witch trials. Enjoy the oldtime seaport atmosphere of Portsmouth, New Hampshire and its wealth of historic buildings before crossing into Maine. Overnight in Kennebunkport, a haven for writers and artists.
Day 4-5 : Bar Harbor (210 Miles)
Travel along the beautiful Maine Coast to Bar Harbor, pass through quaint fishing villages and be sure to try a lobster or cup of clam chowder. Explore Acadia National Park, one of the oldest and most beautiful national parks in America. Witness the area’s natural wonders from Park Loop Road or drive to the summit of Cadillac Mountain, the highest point on the U.S. Atlantic seaboard.
Day 6 : White Mountains (230 Miles)
Your drive today takes you inland towards the spectacular scenery of the White Mountains, the “rooftop of New England,” a landscape dotted with historic villages and enchanting covered bridges. En route, experience breathtaking views of mountain ranges and pristine forests.
Day 7 : Stowe (120 Miles)
Today, traverse the White Mountains that divide New Hampshire and Vermont. Drive by Lyndonville and see Willey’s General Store in Greensboro before continuing through Craftsbury, to Stowe.
Day 8 : The Berkshire (160 Miles)
Continue south along Route 100, where you will take in some of the most spectacular scenery in Vermont’s Green Mountains. See picture-perfect villages and some of Vermont’s famous covered bridges before crossing into Massachusetts’ Berkshires, known for their rural beauty and cultural assets.
Day 9 : Newport (180 Miles)
Drive south and pass through a series of wonderful little towns, see Hancock Shaker Village before continuing to the storied little city of Newport, Rhode Island, once a prosperous colonial seaport.
Day 10-11 : Cape Cod (100 Miles)
Continue along the coast on your way to Cape Cod, explore magnificent Cape Cod with its high cliffs, rolling dunes, broad beaches, miles of walking trails, picturesque villages and delicious seafood. Stop in Plymouth, a living panorama of Pilgrim and Colonial times and see the Mayflower II.
Day 12-13 : Boston (80 Miles) - UK
Today, drive back to Boston. Return your car at the airport before your departure flight.
