Boston Holidays

Salem, Cape Cod and Newport Getaway

Salem, Cape Cod and Newport Getaway

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Description

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Location: Massachusetts & Rhode Island, USA

Your holiday price includes:

  • International flights
  • All pre-payable airport taxes
  • 7 nights accommodation on an room only board basis
  • Road book (upon arrival)
  • Car hire for 8 days based on an economy 4-door automatic with air-conditioning


Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in Boston

Upon arrival at Boston International Airport, pick up your hire car and transfer independently to your hotel. When checking in, you will be handed out your tour documentation pack.

Overnight in the Boston area at the Best Western New Englander in Woburn or similar.

Day 2 - Boston

The full day is yours to enjoy Boston, one of America's most historic and beautiful cities. This city is small enough to visit on foot and many facilities are available for touring this way. The Boston Freedom Trail is an interesting tourist walk. The Boston Common, the major park in the city centre, and Quincy Market at Faneuil Hall are all fascinating areas to see.

Overnight in the Boston area.

Day 3 - Boston to Salem (40km)

Today depart northward along Massachusetts Bay to the historic and scenic town of Salem, known for its witchcraft trials of the 17th century as well as its museums and restored homes.

Overnight in Salem at the Hawthorne Hotel or similar.

Day 4 - Salem to Newport (155km)

Travel south through Rhode Island to Newport, a thriving seaside resort. Visit the fantastic mansions built at the turn of the century by America's wealthiest families. There are many museums to visit in this great walking town.

Overnight in Newport at the Best Western Mainstay Inn or similar.

Day 5 - Newport to Cape Cod (160km)

Take the short drive from Newport to Cape Cod, the scenic and historic nook of land jutting into the Atlantic Ocean. Cape Cod is a resort of pristine beaches and sand dunes, small, picturesque villages and hidden ponds. It is a great place to relax and sightsee, from Hyannis, the commercial centre and home of the Kennedy family, to Provincetown, the village at the very tip of Cape Cod, noted for its fun, colourful atmosphere.

Overnight in Cape Cod at the Comfort Inn Hyannis or similar.

Day 6 - Cape Cod

You have the full day to relax and to visit Hyannis, Provincetown, the National Seashore or Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket, two pretty islands that can be easily reached by ferry. There is more than enough to do on Cape Cod.

Overnight in Cape Cod.

Day 7 - Cape Cod to Boston (42km)

Depart Cape Cod this morning and travel north. Visit Plymouth Rock, the site of the Pilgrims' landing in America, and see the Mayflower II, a reconstruction of the ship that crossed the Atlantic. Plymouth Plantation, a living history museum, depicts life in the earliest days of colonial America. Then proceed to Boston, where the rest of the day is yours to explore this amazing city a bit more in depth. Visit Harvard University, stroll through the harbor, where the USS Constitution, the country's oldest commissioned battleship is anchored, do some shopping at Copley Place or the Prudential Center, have dinner in Chinatown or grab a show in the Theatre District to end your day in style.

Overnight at the Best Western New Englander in Woburn or similar.

Day 8 - End of Tour

Make your way to Boston International Airport to drop off your hire car and check-in for your return journey.

Please note, depending on your return flight time, an overnight flight will add an extra night to your holiday duration.

Single supplement: On request
Children: On request
Infants: On request

Your confirmation email is notification that the tour operator has received your request and is processing it. The availability of this holiday is checked on a regular basis, however as the carrier is a scheduled airline we are regrettably unable to provide an instant confirmation.

Car hire includes

  • Prices are based on an economy 4 door automatic car with air conditioning, with pick up and drop off at Boston Logan International Airport for 1 named driver.
  • All prices are fully inclusive of unlimited mileage, loss damage waiver, theft waiver, state minimum third party insurance, state charges, airport and local taxes, excess liability charges and damage excess waver.
  • If you would like to upgrade the car hire please book the package as normal and inform the tour operator when they contact you. An extra charge is applicable for car hire depending on size, model and insurance that you upgrade to.
  • Certain restrictions such as age limit may apply (minimum age 21 years) and any extra drivers, services or facilities will be subject to a supplement.
  • A full valid licence must be held by all drivers.
  • All additional extras/charges will be levied directly by the tour operator.
  • Click here for the standard Holiday Autos terms and conditions for your car hire

Please note

  • The following extra charges will apply when booked by credit card: Visa, MasterCard, & Amex - 2%.


Ticketing information: You will be contacted by the tour operator after making your booking.

Boston Information

Boston

Boston Highlights...

  • Lively Nights
  • Local Markets
  • Museums
  • Ancient Sites
  • Traditional Building
  • Enjoyable Walks
  • Good for Couples
  • Places to Explore
  • Good Shopping
  • Dining Out
  • Peace & Quiet
  • Romantic
  • Scenic Location
  • Local Character
  • Plenty to do
  • Local History
  • Bistros & Cafés
  • Transfer in 1hr
Nearest Airport : Boston Logan International Apt (BOS)

Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau

Address: 2 Copley Place, Suite 105, Boston MA 02116, USA

Email: visitus@bostonusa.com

Phone: +1 617 536 4100

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Events

Looking for things to do around Boston? Here are some of the events and attractions happening in the area.

First Night Boston Dec 2008 (annual)
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Boston Tea Party Re-enactment 14 Dec 2008 (annual)
Old South Meeting House
The Who 24 Oct 2008
TD Banknorth Garden
Madonna 15 Oct 2008
TD Banknorth Garden
Paul Revere House 1 Apr - 31 Dec 2008 (various dates)
Paul Revere House
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