Where to go when - Autumn
14/05/2020 · By Sukie Chapman
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About the tour
On this new itinerary for 2026, experience scenic railways on an unforgettable tour of New England in the Fall.
Travel through spectacular mountain scenery lit up with vivid colours on this autumn tour along America's scenic East Coast. Stay in Boston with time to explore its history and culture, then journey by boat to fascinating Salem.
Continue to the charming village of North Conway in the beautiful White Mountains - one of the most stunning locations to experience Fall in New England - and the cosy coastal city of Portland.
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We fly to Boston, arriving in late afternoon when we are transferred to our downtown hotel in the theatre district for the night.
Boston is not only the capital of Massachusetts and New England's largest city, it's also one of the oldest European settlements in the United States, and played a key role in American Independence. The city was founded in the early 17th century by English Puritans, and previously inhabited by Native Americans. After American independence from Great Britain, Boston continued to develop as an important port, metropolis and leading centre for education. Today, Boston is the cultural and financial centre of New England - a mix of wonderful parklands and fascinating historic buildings such as the Public Library, Harvard and the Romanesque Trinity Church.
The remainder of the afternoon and evening is yours to explore and to dine independently. In the nearby theatre district restaurants range from traditional American venues serving burgers and local dishes such as clam chowder to those offering international cuisine.
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