WALKING THE FALL FOLIAGE OF NEW ENGLAND

Day 1

EN ROUTE TO NEWARK, NEW JERSEY

Our Adventure exploring the delights of New England begins today at our hotel near Newark International Airport. Since travelers will be arriving throughout the day, the only scheduled activity is a Welcome Reception at our hotel this evening.

Day 2

NEWARK – MYSTIC SEAPORT, CT (BD)
Farmington Colonial New England Walk, CT - 10 km, rated 1+

Today's drive takes us into Connecticut for a walk in Farmington, one of the most attractive towns in Connecticut. The trail passes several fine examples of 17th and 18th century architecture, the 17th century Stanley-Whitman Museum, a 17th century gristmill along the Farmington River, the Hill-Stead Museum, and sites connected with the famous 1841 trial of the Amistad slaves.

Day 3

MYSTIC SEAPORT – NEWPORT, RI (B)
Olde Mystic Seaport Walk, CT - 10 km, rated 1

This morning's seaport trail passes the Mystic Seaport Museum, the Mystic Marine Life Aquarium, and Olde Mistick Village (admission not included). In Newport, we'll get a taste of “the gilded age” of the 1800's during our tour through The Breakers, a magnificent estate erected by the Vanderbilt railroad dynasty.

Day 4

NEWPORT – WOBURN, MA (B)
Newport Cliff Trail, RI - 11 km, rated 3+

Newport's coastal trail passes several mansions and traverses parts of the renowned Cliff Walk with its splendid vistas over the Atlantic. Following the walk, we'll turn north toward Concord where those “…shots heard round the world…” during the Revolutionary War were immortalized in Ralph Waldo Emerson's famous poem.

Day 5

ACTIVITIES FROM WOBURN (B)
Boston Freedom Trail, MA - 11 km, rated 1+

Our day is devoted to exploring the historic city of Boston along the Boston Freedom Trail. This monument-studded walk includes American icons such as the Paul Revere House and Old North Church (“one if by land, two if by sea”).

Day 6

WOBURN – BRUNSWICK, ME (B)
Portsmouth Harbor Trail, NH - 10 km, rated 1+

The Portsmouth Harbor Trail passes many historic homes, including one once occupied by naval hero Captain John Paul Jones. From Portsmouth, we'll drive along the coast of Maine through the seaside town of Kennebunkport. Our last stop is at picturesque Portland Head Light, one of the country's oldest and most photographed lighthouses.

Day 7

BRUNSWICK – LINCOLN, NH (B)
Brunswick Bowdoin College Walk, ME - 10 km, rated 1+

This morning's walk features the pleasant colonial town of Brunswick, situated on Maine's Casco Bay. From Brunswick, we'll continue into the White Mountains of New Hampshire, the heart of fall foliage country. The famed Kancamangus Highway provides photo stops with a kaleidoscope of autumn color at Albany Covered Bridge and Sabbaday Falls.

Day 8

LINCOLN – MIDDLEBURY, VT (B)
Historic Montpelier Capital Walk, VT - 10 km, rated 3

Today we explore Montpelier with its impressive capitol building and dramatic monument to local Revolutionary War hero Ethan Allen, leader of the “Green Mountain Boys.” After a lighthearted visit to Morse Farm to witness the making of maple syrup, we'll enjoy more fall foliage scenery en route to our hotel in lovely Middlebury.

Day 9

ACTIVITIES IN MIDDLEBURY (B)
New England Village Walk, VT - 10 km, rated 1+

A walk through the charming New England college town of Middlebury is today's main activity. It boasts three village greens and more than 300 buildings listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The afternoon is free to explore the shops and museums, or consider joining us for an optional visit to the Morgan Horse Farm just north of town. Estimated Price: $5.

Day 10

MIDDLEBURY – FT. MONTGOMERY, NY (BD)
Bennington Walk, VT - 10 km, rated 2+

A fall foliage drive through the Green Mountains brings us to delightful Bennington. Our walk passes the gravesite of poet Robert Frost and takes us along the Walloomsic River Pathway. Following the walk, we continue south into New York, between the Catskill Mountains and the Hudson River, enjoying blankets of colorful foliage en route. Since travelers are parting ways tomorrow afternoon after a full day of activities, we’ll enjoy our Farewell Dinner together this evening.

Day 11

FT. MONTGOMERY – NEWARK, NJ (B)
West Point Academy Walk, NY - 11 km, rated 2

Highlights of today's walk through our nation's military academy include the marching grounds of Doubleday Field, stately Cadet Chapel, and an abundance of Tudor and Military Gothic structures gracing the grounds of this historic academy. After this excellent opportunity to connect with the legends and heritage of our country’s oldest military institution, our final stretch of road takes us to the Newark Airport Country Inn & Suites in New Jersey. Here, we say farewell to travelers continuing on the Big Apple Extension and prepare for our return to hometown reality tomorrow morning.

Day 12

DEPART FOR HOME (B)

Our hotel offers a complimentary breakfast and airport shuttle to get you to your flight on time. Thank you for joining us to explore this beautiful and historic corner of our nation as we walked the Fall Foliage of New England together!

Day 1

FT. MONTGOMERY – MANHATTAN, NY (B)

See Day 11 above. After saying farewell to walking friends returning home from Newark, we continue into Manhattan. The evening is free to explore Times Square and other Big Apple sites near our hotel.

Day 2

ACTIVITIES IN MANHATTAN (B)
Midtown Manhattan Walk, NY - 10 km, rated 2

The “Big Apple” offers four top-rated walks. Though you are free to take your pick, your WAI guide will lead the Midtown Manhattan Walk, showcasing one of the most influential cities on the planet and including Times Square, Broadway's theater district, the Rockefeller Center, the Empire State Building, Radio City Music Hall, and much more. Enjoy a Broadway show tonight, or stroll the Times Square area after dinner. We have a great walk in store for you tomorrow!

Day 3

ACTIVITIES IN MANHATTAN (BD)
Lower Manhattan Financial District & Ground Zero Walk - 11 km, rated 1+

Following breakfast, we’ll board Manhattan’s famed subway system for a day in Lower Manhattan. Lower Manhattan boasts a plethora of attractions, including Battery Park with views of Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty; Wall Street and the financial district; the Brooklyn Bridge – a highlight in its own right; and the somber reminder of 9-11 at Ground Zero. After two full days of Big Apple highlights, we’ll rendezvous tonight for a Farewell Dinner to reminisce about another memorable Adventure!

Day 4

DEPART FOR HOME (B)

Our Adventure in New England has drawn to a close. This morning we'll board the bus for the last time and make our way to Newark International Airport, returning home with a knapsack full of memories, a score of new walking friends, and a new appreciation for the history, culture, and scenery of our New England states.