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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Enjoy a 15-day Eastern US & Canada Grand Vacation tour that will delight you with exciting cities, historic sites and breathtaking scenery. Travel roundtrip from New York City on this exciting tour that visits Boston, Quebec City, Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto, Niagara Falls, Lancaster, Washington, D.C. and Philadelphia. Visit historic landmarks and spectacular scenery along your journey.
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.
Embrace the history and beauty of New England on this tour of Boston, Cape Cod and Rhode Island. Explore the history of Boston including a harbor cruise and a visit to Plymouth. Stay in Hyannis for four nights with excursions to Nantucket, Cape Cod and Martha’s Vineyard. Explore Bedford and they journey to Newport Rhode Island to visit this historic city and its grand mansions.
Vibrant fall foliage abounds on a gorgeous 9 Day Autumn Colours tour. This northeastern U.S. adventure through Maine, Vermont, Massachusetts and New Hampshire features some of the most colorful threads in our nation’s history. Music, history, lighthouses, wildlife and natural wonders provide a glimpse of life both past and present. The rich hues of this trip will illustrate your stories for a lifetime.
This grand tour of the Northeast and Canada starts in Boston and explores the cities of Quebec, Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto, Lancaster, Washington, DC and Philadelphia before ending in New York. Tours in each city feature the history and unique landmarks. Other special visits include Niagara Falls, a stop at an Amish farm and a dinner in a restored 17th-century flour mill.
The northeast offers a unique culture tied to the sea. This Maritime Adventure tour displays the seafaring traditions of Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Cape Breton Island, New Brunswick, and Maine. Explore local cultures, stroll through quaint towns, small fishing villages and view the beauty of the rugged coast and Acadia and Prince Edward National Parks.
Explore northeastern gems on this 14 Day, East Coast USA and Canada tour. Journey through New York, Pennsylvania, D.C., and New Hampshire in the U.S. and Ontario and Quebec in Canada. Natural beauty, bustling cities, quaint towns, historic sites and iconic landmarks are seemingly endless throughout this thrilling vacation. Get to know why visitors return to these destinations time and again.
Cape Cod, the Islands and Newport tour is an 8 day adventure from Tauck tours that covers this famous slice of New England. This unique tour covers much of Nantucket, Martha’s Vineyard and Cape Cod with stops Boston, Newport and more. You’ll stay in luxury accommodations and visit legendary mansions like The Breakers in Newport.
Stories by Ken Burns
Sports, history and breathtaking scenery are among the jewels on this Hidden Gems of New England tour. Guests travel through Massachusetts, Vermont New Hampshire and Maine. Slide into baseball legends and lore at Fenway Park. At his museum, see the works of Norman Rockwell. View the iconic Minuteman statue and visit Hancock Shaker Village. Get an insiders look at the studio of Ken Burns.
Stories by Ken Burns
The Freedom’s Footsteps: Philadelphia to Washington D.C. tour is an 11 day epic journey through the history of the United States of America. Highlights include visits to Civil War sites, colonial Virginia and historic cities. This luxury tour was crafted by Tauck Tours and Ken Burns with the goal of walking in the footsteps of American history.
All rates listed are per person based on double occupancy and are subject to change without notice. Your land package pricing will be confirmed and guaranteed once your deposit is received and applied to the booking, except where price increases may result from increases in government taxes or fees. Room configurations are subject to availability. Guests added to your party after the booking are priced at the prevailing rate at the time they are added.
