New England Charm. 8 days/7 nights - Collette HIGHLIGHTS

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1 New England Charm 8 days/7 nights - Collette From stunning landscapes to its remarkable people and rich history, journey along New England s coastline and take the road less travelled through its mountains uncovering its many unique charms. Take your seat at two local summer stock theatre performances. Discover the grandeur of historic Newport, RI. Explore the impressive Hildene House and the estate s vintage Pullman car. Stop in Woodstock, VT. Learn about the state s longstanding farming culture at Billings Farm and Museum. Explore the charming seaside community of Kennebunkport, ME. Spend 2 nights in coastal Portsmouth, NH and discover its long history your way: at Strawbery Banke or on a narrated harbour cruise. Savour a taste of New England and try the local delicacy lobster! As you discover New England s charms, the region is sure to capture your heart. HIGHLIGHTS Take your seat at two local theatre performances. Discover Vermont s long-standing farming culture at Billings Farm and Museum. In Portsmouth, get a glimpse into the lives of early American settlers at Strawbery Banke or take to the water for a narrated harbour cruise.* Explore Marble House built by Mr. and Mrs. William K. Vanderbilt or tour Rosecliff, the former residence of silver heiress Theresa Fair Oelrichs. Explore the impressive Hildene House and the estate s vintage Pullman car. Discover Providence, "America's Renaissance City," on a sightseeing tour.

2 See the coastal resort town of Kennebunkport, including the presidential Walker's Point. Itinerary Day 1 Providence, Rhode Island - Tour Begins Take a journey amid New England s natural beauty, Yankee charm and friendly people. Your tour opens in historic Providence, the capital of Rhode Island. Accommodation: Omni Hotel Providence. Day 2 Providence - Newport - Providence Set off for Newport, the Yachting Capital of the East. Return to America's Gilded Age as you make your way along breathtaking Ocean Drive en route to Bellevue Avenue. Lined with extraordinary 19th-century summer "cottages," this road is home to seven mansions designated National Historic Landmarks. It s your choice! Explore stunning Marble House. built by Mr. and Mrs. William K. Vanderbilt and modelled after the Petit Trianon at Versailles. Or, tour Rosecliff, the former residence of silver heiress Theresa Fair Oelrichs who hosted many lavish parties. Then, take your seat at a Broadwaystyle show at a local summer theatre company before returning to Providence. Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Accommodation: Omni Hotel Providence. Day 3 Providence - Manchester Village, Vermont Tour Providence, America s Renaissance City. Get to know the history of one of New England s oldest cities. See prestigious Brown University and learn about the city s vibrant art, cultural, and culinary scenes. Then, set out for Vermont, the Green Mountain State. Traditional white steeple churches, quaint villages and tree-covered mountainsides create a charming landscape. Make a stop at one of Vermont s regional theatres and take your seat for a theatre performance by a talented local company. Later, arrive at your tranquil mountain resort where you will spend two nights surrounded by nature. Tonight, Savour a private dinner Whilst overlooking the beautiful mountain ranges. Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Accommodation: The Equinox. Day 4 Manchester Village Make your way to Hildene House, The Lincoln Family Home, the former home of Robert Todd Lincoln, the son of Abraham and Mary Todd Lincoln, and the former Chairman of the Pullman Company. Explore this impressive home, the magnificent gardens, and the estate s vintage Pullman car. Then, return to town for some free time to get to know this historic village and take advantage of the town s popular outlet stores and

3 boutique shops. Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: The Equinox. Day 5 Manchester Village - Woodstock - Bethel, Maine Travel through the beautiful Green Mountains to western Vermont s Billings Farm and Museum. At this working dairy farm, learn about the livestock they keep, the state s agricultural culture, and 19th century farming methods. Stop in Woodstock, the quintessential New England village, with its lovely village green lined with historic homes. Continue on through the Green Mountains and arrive at the quaint village of Bethel. Settle in for your overnight stay before dinner this evening. Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Accommodation: Bethel Inn Resort. Day 6 Bethel - Kennebunkport - Portsmouth, New Hampshire Today we head to the seaside resort town of Kennebunkport. Travel along its spectacular Ocean Drive. See Walker s Point, former President George H. W. Bush s summer home, situated on a rocky promontory. Then, enjoy some time to explore the quaint town centre on your own. Continue on to charming coastal Portsmouth, New Hampshire, one of America s oldest cities and a thriving port city during the revolutionary period. Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel. Day 7 Portsmouth - It s your choice! Get a glimpse into the lives of early American settlers at Strawbery Banke; see what life was like in the 17th and 18th centuries in this historic neighborhood, now an outdoor museum that brings history to life. Or, take to the water for a narrated harbour cruise;* hear stories of this important port city from the settlement in 1623 through today Whilst taking in stunning coastal views. Spend some time independently exploring the many specialty shops and restaurants of this traditional New England waterfront community. Tonight, join your fellow travellers for a true taste of New England during your farewell dinner featuring the local delicacy lobster! Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Accommodation: Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel. Day 8 Portsmouth - Tour Ends Your tour comes to a close today. Meals: Breakfast INCLUDES 11 x Meals A professionally planned itinerary 4-star accommodation The services of a professional tour manager Expert local guides who provide insider knowledge Attraction and museum entrance fees with preferential access Chauffeur driven hometown round trip airport transfers* All on-tour gratuities Unparalleled sightseeing Enriching cultural experiences Comfortable on-tour transport Hotel-to-hotel baggage handling

4 PLUS, Wifi! Wifi is available on tour The Collette Chauffeur** - return airport transfers - up to **40km driver from major Australian International airports EXCLUDES Flights Meals not listed in the Itinerary Travel Insurance Visas and immunisations Airport or departure taxes Transfers Customary end-of-trip gratuities Any incidental charges. FACILITIES Omni Hotel - Providence Omni Providence Hotel has recently completed a $15 million renovation to the guest rooms. This Non-smoking luxury hotel is within easy walking distance of the city's main historic attractions, gourmet restaurants, shopping, and entertainment. 564 luxurious guest rooms and suites Heated indoor pool The Capital Club Fitness Center Plus onsite restaurants Equinox - Manchester With elegant accommodations, fantastic on-site dining, The Equinox is a Luxury Collection Golf Resort & Spa in Vermont. The hotel is situated in the mountains with great views. 75-foot year-round heated indoor pool par-71, 6423-yard golf course Spa Discover unique and inspired food and beverage options Bethel Inn Resort - Bethel The Bethel Inn Resort is a classic resort from the turn-of-the-century with spectacular views overlooking the golf course and modern amenities. The resort is set in 200 acres and includes a 6,700-yard championship golf course, a Golf school, tennis, a lake

5 house with kayaks and canoes. A health club All year-round outdoor heated pool Saunas Gym/workout room Spa Complimentary wi-fi is available throughout the Main Inn building, including all public areas. Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel - Portsmouth 193 Smoke-Free Guest Rooms Wireless Internet Access Sheraton Fitness Center Business Center Sheraton Club Heated Indoor Pool TRAVEL PERIOD 2017 Departures Sep 29 Oct 7 & Departures Jun 8 & 22 Jul 6 Aug 10 & 24 BOOKING ESSENTIALS Once your MyDiscoveries Voucher has been purchased you can either call Collette directly on or wait to be contacted by Collette to get you booked onto your preferred tour dates. When booking in your travel dates, make sure you have your travel voucher number, traveller names (as they appear on their passport) and details of any special requirements (e.g. vegetarian etc). Once your booking dates are confirmed, Collette will send you a confirmation and will follow up with your travel documents (including air tickets). If MyDiscoveries are unable to book you onto your preferred dates, the MyDiscoveries 30

6 Day Booking Guarantee applies which allows us to offer you a full refund. We recommend you purchase travel insurance as soon as your travel dates are confirmed. FINE PRINT Offers are not valid on group or existing bookings, and not combinable with any other offer. Rates are land only, per person, on the shared basis indicated in the voucher you have purchased and include internal airfare where applicable. Single accommodations are limited and are available on a first come, first served basis. Triple accommodations is not available on this tour To complete your tour, we include round-trip airport-to-hotel transfers when purchasing our airfare with your tour. If you have arranged for your own air, we are pleased to provide you the option of purchasing these transfers. Please note that all transfers will leave at prescheduled times. This tour requires average physical activity. You should be in good health, able to climb stairs and walk reasonable distances, possibly over uneven grounds and cobblestone streets. If you need to cancel after you have booked your tour date for any reason prior to the day of departure, the Cancellation Fees are as follows: After your seat reduction date has passed, a non-refundable deposit will be retained. For Cancellation between days prior to departure: cancellation fee of 30% of total price. For cancellation between 15-1 days prior to departure: cancellation fee of 50% of total price. For cancellation on the day of departure and after: 100% of total price. You may purchase a cancellation waiver directly from Collette to allow you to cancel up to the day before departure without penalty. If you need to cancel your trip after travel has been confirmed, the travel operator may impose cancellation fees. In addition, MyDiscoveries will charge a $100 per person cancellation fee. We recommend taking out travel insurance as soon as you have booked your travel dates so you have protection against emergency cancellations that might be needed. PASSPORT REQUIREMENTS Passports are required at your own expense for travel outside of Australia. Certain countries require a minimum of 6 months passport validity beyond the return date from the destination. Some countries require a visa in addition to a valid passport for entry into the country. You are strongly urged to contact the appropriate embassy or consulate for specific information and entry requirements. IMPORTANT Collette recommend that our guests take a photocopy of their passport and applicable visa. It should be packed separately from your actual passport and visa. They also recommend leaving a copy at home with your emergency contact

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