Duration: 8 Days
Where do the nation’s VIPs go when they need some quiet R&R? Everyone from politicians to performers to pro athletes have long traded their suits and cleats for sandals and clam diggers to enjoy the breezy shores of Cape Cod and its neighbouring islands. With the seaside town of Hyannis as home base, you’ll ferry to see the gingerbread cottages of Martha’s Vineyard and the imposing mansions of Nantucket. Plus, an excursion to colourful Provincetown, a favourite summer hub for artists and writers. Boston’s grand history and Newport’s colossal “cottages” – including Cornelius Vanderbilt’s The Breakers – offer giant glimpses into New England’s rich past. This Cape Cod and the islands tour also includes a visit to Plymouth to see where the pilgrims landed, and give thanks for the freshest seafood you’ve ever tasted!
Traveller Notes
- We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect holiday—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides, to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi.
-Guests should be prepared for easy but sustained walking throughout the tour, including ¼-½ mile over uneven ground during the Nantucket sightseeing. Guests with mobility concerns may experience uneven surfaces specifically for ferry loading and unloading, and limited access to passenger amenities on board certain vessels.
Please note: Itinerary is based on 2024, and is subject to change. Full details will be confirmed in 2024.
Welcome to Beantown!
This evening, mingle with your travel companions at 6 pm for a welcome drink. Your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming adventure.
Boston's Bold History
Your walking tour with a Local Guide focuses on the city's most prominent landmarks. Balance of the day is at your leisure. You may wish to take a whale watching cruise, stroll the historic waterfront, or dine at one of the many cherished restaurants around town. (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ICONIC FOOTSTEPS "Listen, my children, and you shall hear about the midnight ride of Paul Revere!" Take a guided walking tour of the legendary landmarks of Boston. Here, in the cradle of liberty, you'll walk in the iconic footsteps of American forefathers. See the Boston Common, the Old State House, Old North Church (where Paul Revere got the signal to start his famous ride), Freedom Trail, and Faneuil Hall - with the opportunity to browse in Quincy Market.
Pilgrims' Pride
Head south to Plymouth, where the Pilgrims landed over 400 years ago to establish the first permanent settlement in New England. See legendary Plymouth Rock. Next, explore Plimoth Patuxet Museums and learn about the daily life for the Pilgrims and the contributions of the Indigenous Pokanoket people. Visit Mayflower II, built by hand using traditional methods and tools familiar to 17th-century. Then, on to Hyannis for a 4-night stay. Tonight, enjoy a [LF] regional seafood dinner. (B,D)
LOCAL FAVOURITE
TASTES AND TRADITIONS No visit to Cape Cod is complete without indulging in its regional bounty of seafood. Your stay in Hyannis includes a regional seafood dinner to celebrate your time in this timeless village on the cape.
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
NEWCOMERS IN A NATIVE LAND
Bring history to life at the Plimoth Patuxet Museums with Plymouth Colony and Indigenous Pokanoket exhibits. Explore intertwined cultures, investigate changing landscapes, and understand 17th-century worldviews through immersive hands-on experiences.
On the Vineyard
This morning, head to the harbor for your scenic ferry ride to Martha's Vineyard for a tour with a Local Guide. Return to Hyannis where the evening is free. (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURE & TRADITION Explore beautiful Martha's Vineyard with a Local Guide, featuring Oak Bluffs with its Victorian "gingerbread" architecture. Spend some time in Edgartown, once an important shipping and whaling hub. Check out the enticing village stores, take a walk along the ocean, and admire the elegant homes along the tree-lined streets.
Chilling on the Cape
Enjoy free time this morning and afternoon on the Cape. Relax at the resort or travel to Provincetown. Dinner this evening is at a local restaurant. (B,D)
FREE TIME TIPS
EXPLORE MORE in Cape Cod with a day to relax at your resort or join an excursion to drive the length of the peninsula's arm to Provincetown. Once there, consider an optional ride on the Provincetown Dunes or enjoy your free time to wander through "P-town," a lively summer resort and artist's colony.
Cape Cod Cruising
This morning, head to the harbor for your scenic ferry ride to Nantucket. Time for lunch and a stroll around Straight Wharf with its marinas, shops, and art galleries. Tour with a Local Guide spotlighting the strong Quaker influence during the early days of settlement. Return to Hyannis via a ferry ride. See the John F. Kennedy Memorial and St. Francis Xavier Church before reaching your hotel. (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORIC SPOT Drive the narrow streets and admire charming Colonial-style houses and imposing mansions that reflect the prosperity of Nantucket's whaling era. During your free time, visit the Whaling Museum with its engaging exhibitions and rooftop observation deck.
The Gilded Age
This morning, head to Newport, an elegant yachting mecca on Narragansett Bay in the "Ocean State" of Rhode Island. On a sightseeing tour of Newport, see the first state house, the nation's oldest synagogue, and more. Afterward, explore the extravagant lifestyle of the Gilded Age when visiting the Breakers. Later, your Tour Director hosts a special farewell lunch. This evening is free to explore Newport on your own. (B,L)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
LEGENDARY LIVES Explore the extravagant lifestyle of a bygone era with a visit to the Breakers, shipping magnate Cornelius Vanderbilt's historic mansion. Marvel at the lavish residence and artistic collection in this example of American industry and wealth at the turn of the century.
Safe travels until we meet again!
Depart this morning for Boston. After a transfer to the airport for guests who have homebound flights, the motorcoach continues to the downtown Boston tour hotel where the tour ends. Please schedule flights from Boston's Logan International Airport after 2 pm. Want to explore more in Boston? Extra nights are available for purchase. (B)
