Islands of New England, October 7-14, 2022
8 Days / 7 Nights
11 Meals : 7 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 3 Dinners
The Atlantic coast is calling. Explore New England’s majestic seaboards, from Rhode Island to Cape Cod. Visit Providence and the Gilded Age mansions of Newport. Spend time in the lively artist colony of Provincetown. Experience the beautiful islands of Martha’s Vineyard, Block Island, and Nantucket. Complete your local experience as you indulge in a traditional seafood and lobster feast. Explore the local charms, walk along historic cobblestone streets, and feel like a true New Englander in a traditional cranberry bog.
Taylored Tours has partnered with Collette for this special tour. Collette is a 100-year-old, family-owned, US tour company that provides FIRST CLASS service and accommodations.
Day 2: Providence - Newport - Providence
Tour Providence, “America’s Renaissance City.” See prestigious Brown University and learn about the city’s vibrant art, cultural, and culinary scenes. Head to Newport and travel along Bellevue Avenue. Lined with extraordinary 19th-century summer "cottages," this road is home to 7 mansions designated National Historic Landmarks. It’s your choice! Explore Marble House, built by the Vanderbilts and modeled after the Petit Trianon at Versailles -OR- tour Rosecliff, the opulent former residence of silver heiress Theresa Fair Oelrichs, known for her lavish parties.
Omni Hotel Providence
Breakfast and Dinner Included
Day 3: Providence - Block Island - Providence
Start your day with a ferry ride to Block Island, a quaint isle smaller than 10-square miles. Get a taste of the local flavors at a restaurant before touring the island. Visit a micro-yarn mill, learning about the process before you meet the animals. Ferry back to the mainland and enjoy an evening at leisure in Providence.
Omni Hotel Providence
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Day 4: Providence - Plymouth, Massachusetts - Cape Cod
Delve into rural life as you tour a New England cranberry bog and learn about dry harvesting. Step back in time with a stop in the celebrated town of Plymouth where the Pilgrims landed in 1620, and see legendary Plymouth Rock. Later, arrive at your beachfront hotel for a 4-night stay. Enjoy a traditional New England experience as you indulge in a seafood and lobster feast.
Sea Crest Beach Hotel
Breakfast & Dinner Included
Day 5: Cape Cod - Martha’s Vineyard - Cape Cod
A ferry ride transports you to beautiful Martha’s Vineyard. Known for visits by presidents and royalty, this summer home of many artists, writers and celebrities is full of surprises. You’ll see all the highlights of "the Vineyard" (as the locals call it), including quaint gingerbread-styled cottages and a once-famous whaling port resplendent with sea captains' homes and widows' walks. Later, depart the island and cruise back to Cape Cod.
Sea Crest Beach Hotel
Breakfast Included
Day 6: Cape Cod - Provincetown - Cape Cod
Travel to Provincetown, located on the tip of the Cape. This lively artist colony remains famous for its crafts and bright seagoing flair. Then, it’s your choice! Set out on a whale watch cruise to Cape Cod Bay in search of these magnificent creatures -OR- enjoy a scenic adventure through the iconic sand dunes of the Cape.
Sea Crest Beach Hotel
Breakfast Included
Day 7: Cape Cod - Hyannis - Nantucket - Cape Cod
Catch a glimpse of the Camelot era in Hyannisport, home of the Kennedy compound, and visit the poignant Kennedy Memorial. Next, set off via ferry to explore the idyllic island of Nantucket. From its cobblestone Main Street to its beaches and lighthouses, this place lives up to its reputation. During time at leisure, meander the waterfront where sailboats and yachts sway in the harbor or shop for a famous Nantucket basket. Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner and chef-led demonstration highlighting a local specialty.
Sea Crest Beach Hotel
Breakfast & Dinner Included
Optional 2-Night Boston Extension, $549.00 per person (based on double occupancy)
Extend your stay in New England with 2 nights in Boston – Massachusetts’s historic capital city. Walk along the winding city streets, home to sturdy brick houses and trendy modern buildings. Enjoy ample free time to discover Boston’s charm, taking advantage of your included Hop-On Hop-Off pass to see the most of the city. Peruse the local breweries, grab a cup of chowder, and walk in the footsteps of the country’s first leaders – this is Boston. 2 breakfasts included.
Fall Colors in New England
October is the best month to visit New England—by far. It's the month when trees across the region are burning with deep shades of red, amber, gold, and orange that New England is most famous for. Timing the perfect moment to see peak foliage requires some luck and planning, but you're essentially assured to see dramatic landscapes and vibrant colors regardless of where you are in October.
Pricing
Double $2,599; Single $3,199; Triple $2,569
* Included in Price: Hotel Transfers
* Not Included in the above Price: Cancellation Waiver and Insurance of $269 per person and Round Trip Air
FLEXIBLE CHANGES AT NO CHARGE Change your tour or departure date – for any reason – up to 60 days before your departure. Deposits are fully refundable within 30 days of booking.
Add the Travel Protection Plan for even greater flexibility, including full money-back assurance should you need to cancel up to 24 hours before departure
Additional Information:
The overall activity level of this tour is a level 2. This means you like a balanced approach to travel. You feel confident walking at least 30-45 minutes at a time over a variety of terrains – from cobblestone streets to easy pathways; a couple of hills or a few flights of stairs. You’re comfortable walking a few city blocks at a time, but need some time to unwind and relax.
Effective for travel October 1, 2021 forward, the REAL ID Act standards for identification while travelling will be in effect. This means a standard issued driver’s license used as a form of identification will no longer be accepted for domestic air travel within the United States. Instead, a Real ID compliant form of identification must be presented both at the time of booking air travel with Collette and upon checking in at the airport to board any flight. Any fees associated with changing a reservation resulting from a non-compliant identification will be the responsibility of the guest. For more information on Real ID, please visit the Department of Homeland Security website: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id
Effective immediately and until further notice, all guests will be required to bring one of the following: proof of vaccination (official vaccination certificate in paper or electronic form), proof of recovery from COVID-19 or a negative test result (FDA Approved diagnostic) for a test performed 72-hours or less from the start date of the tour with you on tour to verify information you will be providing to Collette when filling out the Wellness Declaration upon arrival.
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