Top Escorted Fall Tours
Aug 31, 2022 · By Vacations By Rail
See the constantly changing foliage throughout the United States. Join our vacations from coast to coast and everywhere in between that showcase autumn's fiery hues.
Read more2023 Tour code: EC-FMVA-23
About the tour
Whether it is the sites of yesteryear, fall scenery, or iconic towns you seek, there is plenty to see on this New England journey. Your round-trip expedition begins in Boston, where you have time to see the sites both on your own and with a scheduled sightseeing tour. Moving into Maine, Portland and Bath await. Enjoy a scenic cruise on the Kennebec River and the Maine Maritime Museum. Some of the best fall foliage in the United States is visible from the Conway Scenic Railroad. A scenic cruise along Lake Winnipesaukee allows us to take in even more of the red, yellow, and orange brilliance before we move onto Sturbridge, MA. Our trip rounds out with a great dose of history in Old Sturbridge Village and a ride aboard the Essex Steam Train. Cruising down the Connecticut River on a restored riverboat, gazing out upon the rocky shoreline and the colorful trees, is an experience to treasure. In Hyannis, even more adventure lies ahead with an unforgettable ride aboard the Cape Cod Central Railroad's elegant dinner train and sightseeing throughout the famed destination of Martha's Vineyard. Traveling along the East Coast has never been more memorable.
Highlights
Activity level Natural Explorer
You don’t mind spending the day on your feet. You enjoy sightseeing that includes walking, standing or stair climbing. You’re okay with longer days that are more active, such as multiple sightseeing stops, longer motorcoach journeys and getting on and off ships and trains.
What’s included
Itinerary
Arrive in Boston today, transfer independently to your hotel and take the remainder of the day to explore the city on your own. You may wish to take an Old Town Trolley tour to get acquainted with the city and see its most impressive sights. Meet your tour manager at the hotel for a brief meeting before heading out to dinner at your choice of local restaurants. Overnight Boston, MA.
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4.0 / 5 · 50 reviews
SARAH BOOTH FLOYD
Submitted 20 Nov 2022
Several things mentioned were not provided. We did not have the paddle boat trip and one train trip. We should have been told before hand that these were no longer available. I really wanted to go on the paddle boat. Very disappointing. Accommodations were nice but little service. The tour guide was not very knowledgeable. If she knew what we doing, she should have had all the information for the tour.
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DIANNE WILSON
Submitted 27 Oct 2022
Fall color at its peak. Beautiful.
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Gary
Submitted 25 Oct 2022
I thought it was ok but the tour director was weak.
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DAVID OMALLEY
Submitted 24 Oct 2022
Everything was very well done
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Regina
Submitted 23 Oct 2022
It was disappointing and didn't live up to the advertising.
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KENNETH BOYLES
Submitted 23 Oct 2022
Great trip. Well organized.
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