Coastal New England

From lighthouses to lobsters and everything inbetween
 
Boston – Kennebunkport – Rockland – Bar Harbor – St Andrews – Bangor – Portsmouth – Cape Cod – Boston
 
Day 1: Boston
Upon arrival into Boston, make your way to your first nights accommodation, centrally located for the very best that Boston has to offer. Spend your afternoon exploring the traditional brownstone buildings and the eight-block shopping stretch of Newbury Street in Back Bay.
Hotel: Doubletree by Hilton Boston Bayside (Upgrade: Nine Zero Hotel)
 
Day 2: Boston
Spend your first full day in Boston exploring the historical Boston tea party ships and museum. For a real insight into all that makes this a great city, spend your afternoon walking the freedom trail, passing 16 of the cities historic landmarks.
Hotel: Doubletree by Hilton Boston Bayside (Upgrade: Nine Zero Hotel)
 
Day 3: Boston – Kennebunkport (84 miles)
On your way to the artists haven of Kennebunkport, stop enroute at Salem, home of the infamous witch trials.
Hotel: Best Western Merry Manor Inn (Upgrade: Nonantum Resort)
 
Day 4: Kennebunkport – Rockland (107 miles)
Welcome to the “Lobster Capital of the World”, before checking into your hotel head south to Rockport, which showcases some of the best views in the state.
Hotel: Hampton Inn & Suites Rockland
 
Day 5: Rockport – Bar Harbor (80 miles)
Salty air, soft sandy beaches, granite cliffs and home to Acadia National Park, these are just a few of the reasons why we love Bar Harbour. This evening we recommend a leisurely walk along the quaint streets that give this place so much character.
Hotel: Holiday Inn Bar Harbor (Upgrade: Bluenose Inn)
 
Day 6: Bar Harbor
Travel a few miles from downtown Bar Harbor to one of the oldest and most beautiful National Parks in America, Arcadia. For a more leisurely day why not take a nature cruise to see exactly what makes this town a haven for marine life.
Hotel: Holiday Inn Bar Harbor (Upgrade: Bluenose Inn)
 
Day 7: Bar Harbor – St Andrews (220 miles)
Today your driving along the spectacular Bay of Fundy, currently in the running to be one of the earths new seven natural wonders. Crossing the boarder you’ll arrive into Canada’s oldest seaside resort town, St Andrews.
Hotel: Quality Inn
 
Day 8: St Andrews – Bangor (190 miles)
Enjoy your leisurely drive today passing through spruce forests and blueberry barrens, on one of the most scenic drives through Maine’s timberland country. Keep an eye out for Stephen Kings victorian mansion on arrival into Bangor.
Hotel: Ramada Bangor (Upgrade: Hilton Garden Inn Bangor)
 
Day 9: Bangor – Portsmouth (180 miles)
Don your walking shoes, breathe in the ocean air and set out to discover this picturesque maritime town. Sit down at one of Portsmouth’s fine eateries on the banks of the Piscataqua River for a great dinner.
Hotel: Holiday Inn Portsmouth (Upgrade: The Port Inn)
 
Day 10: Portsmouth – Cape Cod (125 miles)
Finish this amazing trip in the beautiful Cape Cod, made up of a 72 mile stretch of sandy beaches and charming villages. Be sure to visit one of the area’s many famous lighthouses such as the Sandy Neck or Bass River.
Hotel: Heritage House Hotel (Upgrade: Red Jacket Beach Resort)
 
Day 11: Cape Cod
Spend your last full day exploring the magical sand dunes, or take a day trip out to Martha’s Vineyard, hire a bicycle and explore all that makes this island magical.
Hotel: Heritage House Hotel (Upgrade: Red Jacket Beach Resort)
 
Day 12: Cape Cod – Boston (70 miles)
It’s time to head home and say goodbye to this beautiful part of the world, be sure to take in the last views of the Cape Cod Bay before your flight home.