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New England
Home to the first U.S. colonies, birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, and prominent in literary, philosophical, and cultural circles, New England is most popular in the autumn when travelers flock to the region for its brilliant fall colors.

Inside Track
Country	United States
States	Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont
Area	71,990+ square miles
Largest City	Boston
Currency	U.S. Dollar
Time Zone	Eastern Time
Popular Trains	Amtrak’s Adirondack, Cape Cod Central Railroad, Conway Scenic Railroad, Essex Steam Train, Ethan Allan Express, Green Mountain Flyer, Amtrak’s Lake Shore Limited, Mount Washington Cog Railway, Amtrak’s Vermonter
Vacations By Rail to New England Fall Foliage	4

Bordered by the Atlantic Ocean on its east, Canada to the north, and New York to the west, the northeastern corner of the United States that comprises the New England region is a showcase for rolling hills, rugged mountains, and jagged coastline dotted with lakes and sandy beaches. Further inland are the Appalachian Mountains, and among them, in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, is the tallest peak in the northeast, at 6,289 feet, Mt. Washington.

While the region is recognized for many historical and cultural accomplishments, it is best known for the radiant yellow, red, and orange leaves on display each autumn. “Leaf peepers” converge on the region each year during the short window in late-September to mid-October when the leaves are at their peak.

Truly, the only thing more brilliant than the fall colors is pairing historical sightseeing and scenic railroads with these dazzling displays of nature.

New England Must-See’s

Faneuil Hall, Boston Common, and Old North Church where Paul Revere got the signal to begin his famous ride

White Mountain National Forest filled with orange- and red-leafed foliage

Bennington Battle Monument, the tallest structure in Vermont

Quechee Gorge, Vermont’s “Little Grand Canyon”

Wilson Castle, a mid-19th century English brick and marble home with 32 rooms, 84 stained glass windows, and 13 fireplaces
The historic Mt. Washington resort, a National Historic Landmark and popular retreat of presidents and celebrities over the years.
Billings Farm, a modern working dairy farm and museum of Vermont farm life in the 1890’s
Mystic Seaport, modeled after a thriving 19th century New England seaport village

How to Get There
An economic and efficient way to travel in and around New England is via train. Amtrak offers several regional services or arrive by plane into one of the region’s many airports. Once in New England, enjoy the many scenic railroads that take travelers through breathtaking parts of the country that are unreachable by other means of transportation as well as unique sightseeing by motorcoach. Vacations By Rail offers four awe-inspiring rail vacations through the best of New England.

When to Go
New England is renowned for its spectacular fall colors, and while it’s hard to predict when the colors will be at their peak it’s safe to say that late-September to mid-October are when some of the most beautiful colors can be found.

Monthly Averages (in Fahrenheit)

Stowe, VT	High / Low	Boston, MA	High / Low
January	25 / 1	January	36 / 22
February	28 / 3	February	39 / 24
March	38 / 15	March	46 / 31
April	52 / 28	April	56 / 41
May	66 / 39	May	67 / 50
June	75 / 49	June	77 / 59
July	79 / 54	July	82 / 65
August	77 / 51	August	80 / 64
September	68 / 43	September	73 / 57
October	56 / 32	October	62 / 46
November	42 / 25	November	52 / 38
December	30 / 10	December	42 / 28

Tipping
Gratuities are rarely included on restaurant bills with the exception of large parties. It is customary to tip 15% of the bill; 20% if service was exemplary. Tipping is also expected for valets, bellmen and porters, and taxis and car services. It is also acceptable to tip for maid service, concierge, and tour guides.

Trains of New England
Exploring New England by rail offers a unique vantage point with which to view the regions stunning scenery.

The Lake Shore Limited travels daily between Chicago and New York City along some of the nation’s prettiest shorelines. Passengers travel along the south shore of Lake Michigan, the Mohawk River, and the Erie Canal. Once in New York, travelers will enjoy views of the Finger Lakes region as the train makes its way to the final destination of Albany.

Amtrak’s Vermonter runs daily between Washington, D.C. and St. Albans in northern Vermont. Your journey north slices through the heart of New England including Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire.

Amtrak’s Adirondack, one of the most scenic routes in the U.S., travels daily from New York City through the Hudson Valley into Montreal.

The Green Mountain Flyer travels along the Connecticut and Williams Rivers and across the scenic southern Vermont countryside. Passengers will receive lovely views of Brockway Mills Gorge and historic covered bridges.

The Conway Scenic Railroad travels two scenic routes to multiple destinations throughout New Hampshire.

The Essex Steam Train pulls vintage rail cars through the Connecticut countryside to Deep River Landing.

The Cape Code Central Railroad skirts the Cape’s cranberry bogs, woodlands, salt marshes, sand dunes, and ocean vistas to make a truly memorable journey to the Cape Cod Canal.

The Mount Washington Cog Railway is the world’s first mountain-climbing cog railway. Magnificent views combined with some of the steepest railway tracks in existence place this train among the world’s great railway journeys.

Vacations By Rail & New England
Vacations By Rail offers four unique rail vacations to witness New England’s stunning fall foliage. 8- and 9-day vacations start at $1,698 per person.

	New England Rails and Sails Combine three scenic trains and three scenic cruises for the ultimate New England vacation. Highlights of this 8-day tour includes a Boston city tour; the Freedom Trail; Quechee Gorge; rides aboard the Essex Steam Train, the Conway Scenic Railroad, and the Cape Cod Central Railroad; and, cruises along Casco Bay, the Connecticut River, and Hyannis Harbor.
	Fall Colors of New England - Experience the historic trains and sites of New England in autumn on this 9-day tour. Highlights include Mt. Washington Resort, Billings Farm, the Shelburne Museum, and the Winnipesauke, Conway, and Mt. Washington Scenic Railroads.
	New England’s Fall Foliage – Experience all six New England states by rail and motor coach on this magical 8-day tour. Highlights include a Boston city tour including Old North Church, the Boston Tea Party ship, and Faneuil Hall; White Mountain National Forest; Mystic Seaport and the Breakers Mansion; and, a variety of scenic train adventures including the Mt. Washington Cog Railway, Conway Scenic Railroad, and Cape Code Central Railroad.
	Fall Colors in Quebec & Vermont – Experience fall colors in two countries on one exciting trip! Depart New York for Montreal on a private train, enjoy ample sightseeing of the city—and the foliage—before continuing on to Quebec City followed by Burlington, VT, where sightseeing includes Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Factory, Cold Hollow Cider Mill, and the Magic Hat Brewery.

Visitor Information
Visit New England
http://www.visitnewengland.com

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