When embarking on an eastern U.S. tour, there are various regions to choose from. Seasonally, the incredible jewel toned fall foliage draws guests from around the world to the magical northeast. Enjoy a tasting at the home of Ben & Jerry’s ice cream. Colorful lighthouses fishing boats, schooners and the site of the Boston Tea Party, await visitors to the harbors and inlets. Follow the Freedom Trail from Boston Common to the Bunker Hill Monument. Witness gorgeous Lady Liberty and pay your respects to those tragically lost at the September 11 Memorial and Museum. Spend time on a guided tour of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Travel from the neon lights and glitz of New York’s Broadway to the City of Brotherly Love, Philadelphia. Step onto the battlefield in historic Gettysburg with a specialist. See the towering Washington Monument and the incredibly serene National World War II Memorial in Washington D.C. Enjoy the rich flavors of traditional southern cooking. A fascinating and fun-filled adventure awaits regardless of which region you choose.
Read moreSpend some time playing among the well-heeled of Martha’s Vineyard and delightful Cape Cod. New Bedford Whaling Museum is a highlight for many who fancy seafaring stories. Visit the Breakers, a stunning Vanderbilt mansion. Visit world-famous Woodstock, for some, perhaps this is your second visit. Explore the authentic flavors of New York’s Chinatown or Little Italy and visit Rockefeller Center. Let the splendor of the Adirondacks capture your heart. Stop at Lake Placid Olympic Center for a thrilling exhibition. The settlement of Jamestown and Colonial Williamsburg are a favorite stop for guests of all ages. Learn about Harper’s Ferry National Park. Embark on an exhilarating hike in Shenandoah National Park. Stay in historic hotels and learn their secrets and stories. Take a carriage ride or purchase handcrafted goods in Lancaster County’s Amish country. Enjoy a cruise in Charleston Harbor accompanied by stories of pirates. Stroll through America’s oldest landscaped gardens. In lovely Pigeon Forge, dive into all things Dolly Parton in the iconic country crooner’s hometown or visit the Titanic Museum.
It's easy to fall under the magical spell cast by the Eastern U.S. as you meander through museums, appreciate fine art, hike through lush mountains to thundering waterfalls and literally walk through pages of history as you visit the birthplace of America, Independence Hall. Engage your palate in the many distinct dishes considered local favorites in the south, from barbeque to chicken and dumplings. From high-energy Times Square to the serenity of the Blue Ridge Mountains, these epic vacations keep travelers enthralled. Keep your camera ready for animal sightings, perhaps you will see North American river otters, chipmunks, sparrows or white-tailed deer in their habitats. These immersive Eastern United States vacations consistently have guests, at the end of their vacation, stating that they will be back again as there is always something new to see and memories to be made.
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Bustling and relaxed, cityscapes and sprawling coastlines, this Mackinac Island and the Great Lakes tour is an Eastern U.S. gem. From Detroit, Michigan to Chicago, Illinois you'll visit museums, stay in historic hotels, ride in horse-drawn carriages and gain insight into military history on this memorable vacation. Expert local guides escort tours and make recommendations about how to enjoy free time.
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Indulge in the famous hospitality America's south is known for on this Southern Charms escorted tour. Discover genteel gems in Georgia and South Carolina accompanied by delicious foods, lovely architecture, magnolias, sweet tea and more. Visit Atlanta, Charleston, Columbia, Beaufort, St. Simons Island and Savannah. Southern cooking, beautiful mansions, local specialists and historic sites are among the many reasons for this region's vacation popularity.
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Stunning jewel tones provide a breathtaking backdrop as you explore the northeastern U.S. on a Classic Fall Foliage tour. This journey takes guests through Massachusetts, Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire and Rhode Island at the most idyllic time of year. Visit gorgeous mansions, the first statehouse and Acadia National Park. Follow the Freedom Trail and see where Norman Rockwell produced his famous pieces. Postcard perfect memories await as you're immersed in the historic northeast.
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A toe-tapping adventure awaits on this melodic America's Musical Heritage, escorted tour. Delve into blues, rock, soul and jazz as you visit important cities in Tennessee, Mississippi and Louisiana. Some of the highlights include a tour of Graceland and other Elvis Presley treasures. Visit famous recording studios and lay down your own tracks. Spend an evening at the Grand Ole Opry. Tour the lovely Garden District of New Orleans and dine on local specialties throughout this "music to your ears" vacation.
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Explore favorite destinations in the Northeastern U.S. on this New England and the Hudson Valley tour. Take an escorted tour of West Point. Visit Salem Massachusetts learning about its history. See the Minuteman Statue, and historic Buckman Tavern. Discover the importance of lighthouses with a keeper in Portland. Try delicious maple syrup in Montpelier. Beautiful scenery and historic sites will add to your memories on this journey.
Enjoy 8 days of fun on this affordable New York, Niagara Falls & Washington, D.C. tour package that combines the excitement of New York with the culture and beauty of the northeast region of the US. Begin this exceptional itinerary in New York City and continue to Niagara Falls, Philadelphia and Washington, D.C., each boasting an incredible history that comes alive when you visit their many iconic sights.
Discover the beauty and amazing history of this beautiful region on this affordable 9-day Classic New England tour. Originating and ending in Boston, this fabulous tour will take you to Maine, Vermont, Connecticut and Rhode Island. Experience historical port towns along the coast, view stunning landscapes that in fall, are brilliant with the vibrant colors of the spectacular fall foliage and see magnificent wildlife as you explore some of the country’s most beautiful national parks.
Go back in history on this East Coast tour that starts in Washington, DC. Discover Jamestown Settlement and Colonial Williamsburg. Explore Richmond, Jefferson’s Monticello and Mount Vernon. Other visits include Shenandoah National Park, Yorktown Historical Battlefield Park, Valley Forge, and Harper’s Ferry National Historic Park. The tour ends in historic Philadelphia.
Immerse yourself in a meaningful exploration of the early struggle for equality in the U.S. on this 9-day, Journey Along the Civil Rights Trail, tour. Your itinerary includes Tennessee, Mississippi, Alabama and Georgia. Memorable moments include crossing the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, visiting with activists, historic sites including the Lorraine Motel, Delta Blues Museum and Tabernacle Baptist Church among many other important and pivotal destinations.
The Michigan’s Lakes and Mackinac Island tour is an 8 day vacation from Tauck tours that offers up some of the most picturesque landscapes in all of North America. Your luxury tour will highlight the countryside as well as the lakefront. Check out the Ford Factory tour to see the technology and engineering that helped build up much of this area.
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