Foundations of America

Day 1: Depart the UK - Cape Cod Delights

Today there will be a knock at your door; this means your friendly driver is ready to take you to the airport. The adventure starts now. You will be transferred to your chosen UK airport for your flight to Boston.

Climb aboard your inclusive flight to America where you can sit back and enjoy the free entertainment, meals and drinks whilst onboard.

When you arrive in Boston, simply collect your luggage and depart the airport. There will be a transfer waiting for you to take you into the city centre to your first hotel. After checking in, you have some free time to explore your surroundings before joining your Travel Director and travel companions for a Welcome Reception this evening.

Day 2: Cape Cod Delights

After a good nights sleep and a hearty breakfast, meet up with your Travel Director and fellow travel companions this morning to continue your Cape Cod Delights Escorted Tour.

The windswept New England coastline serves as the picture-perfect backdrop for this memorable encounter. Highlights of this wonderful 8 day tour include a guided walk along Boston’s historic Freedom Trail and a visit to picturesque Martha’s Vineyard where you will have the chance to try some tasty seafood. You will also gain an insight in to how the other half live with a tour of Newport’s famous mansions and, in contrast, learn about the struggle of the first settlers that landed on the shores of New England in the 17th-century, with a visit to Plimoth Plantation. See full tour itinerary.

Day 8: Cape Cod Delights - New York

On the final day of your Cape Cod Delights tour, you will be dropped off back at Boston Airport where it’s time to say goodbye to your fellow travelling companions and move on to the next part of your adventure.

Fly from Boston to New York where you will be met at the airport and transferred into the heart of Manhattan and dropped off at the front door of your chosen New York hotel.

Day 9: New York

You have two full days of exploration here in America’s most famous city and to help you explore the ‘Big Apple’ and get yourself acclimatised, we have included a New York Sightseeing Bus Tour and a New York CityPASS; this will give you access to the city’s top attractions

Day 11: New York - Washington D.C.

After two days here it’s time to depart your New York hotel and make your way to the train station where you will board an Amtrak train heading for the Nation’s Capital.

When you arrive, grab a taxi and make your own way to your chosen downtown hotel. After checking in, you can head out to discover the sights and sounds of this vibrant city. Your hotel will likely be close to the White House, so this is a good place to start.

Day 12: Washington D.C.

You now have two full days here in Washington D.C. to gaze upon the impressive monuments, government buildings and explore the many museums that make up the famous Smithsonian Institute.

To help you find your way around, we have included a two day Washington D.C. Sightseeing Bus Tour; just sit back and relax as you are transported past the iconic landmarks that make America’s Capital so recognisable and special. Along the way, you can learn about the city’s history by listening to the entertaining and informative commentary. Your hop on hop off ticket also provides you with the freedom to get off the bus to explore and visit attractions. Buses run regularly so re-joining the tour is easy.

Day 14: Depart Washington D.C.

Enjoy a final morning in the Capital before you are picked up from your hotel and transferred to the airport for your overnight flight back to the UK.

Day 15: Arrival in the UK

Arrive back in to the UK this morning for the final leg of your journey, a transfer back to your front door. When you leave the arrivals gate there will be a driver waiting for you to take you home.