Colours of Canada & New England

Experience Canada and New England for 7 nights onboard Voyager of the Seas before an 8 day tour exploring the heart of Boston to the farms, mountains, and coast of the North.

Visit Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Factory and sample some of its delicious creations. Watch apples transform into cider before your eyes at Cold Hollow Cider Mill. Learn about the maple sugaring industry of New England on a farm tour of the Rocks Estate and marvel at Maine’s dramatic coast while discovering the seaside communities.

Your Fly, Cruise & Tour Package Includes:

• $1000 flight credit
• 7 night Canada cruise onboard Voyager of the Seas, Boston return
• All onboard meals in complimentary dining venues & selected non-alcoholic beverages
• A wide range of onboard activities & entertainment
• 8 day Colours of New England guided holiday with Collette Tours, Boston return
• Includes accommodation, 10 meals, select activities including a cruise on Lake Winnipesaukee, a visit to Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Factory plus more
• Select private transfers
• Port charges & prepaid gratuities onboard your cruise

**Pricing is based on per person twin share for travel 02-17 October 2022

Cruise Itinerary:

Colours of New England featuring Coastal Maine

Be charmed by the colours of New England from the heart of historic Boston to the farms, mountains, and coast of the North. Tour historic Boston during a 2-night stay in the heart of the city. Explore Woodstock, Vermont, a quintessential New England village. Visit Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Factory and sample some of its delicious creations. Watch apples transform into cider before your eyes at Cold Hollow Cider Mill. Learn about the maple sugaring industry of New England on a farm tour of the Rocks Estate. Relax as you cruise along Lake Winnipesaukee and admire the splendid views. Dig in at a traditional New England lobster dinner. Marvel at Maine’s dramatic coast and discover the seaside communities of coastal Maine. This is New England at its finest.

Itinerary:

Day 1: Boston, Massachusetts ­- Tour Begins

Welcome to Massachusetts, where your journey through charming and vibrant New England begins. Relax during a 2­night stay in the heart of Boston.

Hotel: The Boston Park Plaza Hotel

Day 2: Boston

Today, the choice is yours! Walk the Freedom Trail with a local guide following in the footsteps of those who shaped America during the Revolutionary War ­OR­ ride with your local guide to see Boston’s iconic treasures, including the Old South Meeting House, Public Gardens, and Beacon Hill. Either way, you’ll make a stop at the famed Faneuil Hall Marketplace, where colourful kiosks of local handiwork mix with bustling crowds and street performers. This evening, join your fellow travellers for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.

Hotel: The Boston Park Plaza Hotel
Culinary: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 3: Boston ­ Woodstock, Vermont ­ Stowe

Set out for Vermont, the “Green Mountain State,” where tree­covered mountainsides dot a charming landscape of quaint villages with traditional, white steeple churches. Arrive in Woodstock, “the quintessential New England village” with its beautifully restored Georgian homes, a covered bridge, and even a town green. Visit the impressive 165­foot deep, mile­long Quechee Gorge before continuing on to your resort in Stowe, nestled in the tranquil Green Mountains.

Hotel: The Lodge At Spruce Peak, Stowe
Culinary: Breakfast

Day 4: Stowe

We’re off to the Cold Hollow Cider Mill. In this historic mill, watch – and learn – how fresh cider is produced the old-fashioned way, via rack and cloth press; a process that’s been passed down for generations. This afternoon, enjoy some leisure time discovering Stowe. Or, take an optional tour of the Trapp Family Lodge,* where you'll learn the fascinating history of this local treasure before heading to the von Trapp brewery for a traditional beer flight tasting followed by dinner.

Hotel: The Lodge At Spruce Peak, Stowe
Culinary: Breakfast

Day 5: Stowe ­ North Conway, New Hampshire

Today we are New Hampshire bound! Soak in the lovely New England countryside as you journey through the White Mountains of New Hampshire. Make a stop to explore the Rocks Estate, home to the North Country Conservation & Education Center. On a tour of the farm, learn about the history and importance of maple sugaring in the region and visit a virtual tap room. Later, continue to North Conway via the Kancamagus Highway, a scenic byway offering spectacular views of the White Mountains region.

Hotel: White Mountain Hotel, North Conway
Culinary: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 6: North Conway ­ Lake Winnipesaukee ­ Coastal Maine

Journey to New Hampshire’s picturesque lakes region, a popular vacation spot for visitors year­round. Board the M/S Mount Washington and spend the next hour cruising stunning Lake Winnipesaukee, New Hampshire's largest lake. Then, visit the charming town of Wolfeboro, the “oldest summer resort in America.” Later, head for the picturesque coast of Maine for a relaxing two night stay.

Hotel: Spruce Point Inn Resort & Spa, Boothbay Harbor
Culinary: Breakfast

Day 7: Coastal Maine

Maine’s iconic coastline is best experienced from the sea. On a scenic cruise, take in spectacular views of the rocky shore, populated with lighthouses and summer homes. Be on the lookout for harbor seals and other wildlife, and learn about the importance of the ocean to the local economy. Enjoy time at leisure to explore Maine’s quintessential seaside towns. Tonight, join your fellow travellers for a very special farewell dinner featuring fresh native lobster, for which coastal Maine is renowned.

Hotel: Spruce Point Inn Resort & Spa, Boothbay Harbor
Culinary: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 8: Coastal Maine ­ Kennebunkport ­ Boston, Massachusetts ­- Tour Ends

Today, travel along spectacular Ocean Drive through the seaside community of Kennebunkport. See Walker’s Point, the home on a rocky promontory that’s a summer residence to the family of the late President George H.W. Bush. Return to the Boston airport with many wonderful memories of your adventure.

Prices listed are per person in Australian/New Zealand Dollars, based on twin occupancy, including all discounts unless otherwise stated. The offer is subject to availability at time of booking and shown on the lowest inside cabin available at the time.  Fares are capacity controlled and are subject to change at any time without notice. Prices/Offers are correct as at 27 September 2021 and can be withdrawn without notice. Cabin categories include prepaid government fees and port taxes unless otherwise stated.  Hotels may charge resort fees not included in this package, payable direct upon check in. Visas are not included.  Air credit is applicable on airline of choice, subject to availability and subject to the carriers’ flight schedules and conditions. Payments made by credit card will incur a surcharge.