Bus Tour - New Hampshire

North Conway New Hampshire with a backdrop of over 700,000 acres of protected White Mountain National Forest and boasting the tallest peak in the North East (Mt. Washington 6,288 FT.) North Conway is known for Natural wonders, historic attractions, fall foliage, family amusement parks, tax-free shopping, a splendid seashore, top-notch skiing, and winter sports … There are so many reasons travelers make New Hampshire a primary stop or the sole focus of their vacations. North Conway is famous for its outlet shopping at Settlers Green. But North Conway Village is home to several lovely small gift shops that are worth perusing. There's also hitting up the local breweries, distilleries, or coffee shops.
 
New Hampshire is bordered on the north by the Canadian province of Quebec; on the east by Maine and the Atlantic Ocean; on the south by Massachusetts; and the on the west by Vermont.
Of the thirteen original colonies, New Hampshire was the first to declare its independence from Mother England and enter the union— a full six months before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Alan Bartlett Shepard Jr. The first American to travel in space is from East Derry, New Hampshire.
 
Day 1: Depart Lancaster at approximately 5 AM. with a Made to order Breakfast as we travel to America’s Stonehenge in Salem, New Hampshire. This is a walking audio tour. Like Stonehenge in England, America's Stonehenge was built by ancient people well versed in astronomy and stone construction. It has been determined that the site is an accurate astronomical calendar. It was, and still can be, used to determine specific solar and lunar events of the year https://www.stonehengeusa.com. We will have dinner at a local restaurant before checking into our hotel for the evening. Our lodging for tonight is the LaQuinta by Wyndham 21 Front Street, Manchester, New Hampshire 03102, phone 603-669-5400 https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/laquinta/manchester-new-hampshire.
 
Accommodations: LaQuinta By Wyndham 21 Front Street, Manchester, New Hampshire 03102, phone 603-669-5400.
Meals: B, D
 
Day 2: Breakfast buffet at the hotel before departing for the Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad in Meredith, NH. The Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad is located in the village of Meredith, NH. Sit back and enjoy A 1 1/2-hour train ride along the lake shore https://hoborr.com/winnipesaukee-scenic-railroad. Arriving at Weir’s Beach, next we connect with Mt. Washington Cruises. Enjoy the area’s biggest brunch buffet while taking in the beauty of southern Winnipesaukee. During this 2½ hour narrated trip from Weirs Beach, learn about the people and events that have shaped the lake's history, as you dine on a variety of breakfast and light luncheon items https://cruisenh.com. There will be free time to explore the waterfront and shops along Lakeside Avenue.
 
Our home for the next 3 nights is the North Conway Grand Hotel, 72 Common Court, North Conway, NH 03860, 603-356-9300 https://www.northconwaygrand.com. Luggage handling included. Located in the heart of the White Mountains, New Hampshire, the North Conway Grand Hotel is the finest resort in North Conway. The only hotel located directly at Settlers Green Outlets. Experience the beautiful resort, with its grand architecture framed by the majestic beauty of the White Mountains, manicured grounds, and scenic pond. Start each morning with A breakfast buffet in the Mountainside Restaurant. Relax by our indoor and outdoor pools, soak in the hot tub, or lounge on the heated patio and breathe in the fresh mountain air. Free films in their movie room with a wide screen projector and surround sound, or play a board game fireside in the lobby with overstuffed chairs. Dinner will be on your own this evening either in the Grand Hotel or walk outside to the Settlers Green Outlet and choose a place for dinner.
 
Accommodations: North Conway Grand Hotel, 72 Common Court, North Conway, NH 03860, phone 603-356-9300.
Meals: B, L
 
Day 3:  Breakfast buffet at the hotel, before departing our hotel for Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, NH
https://www.castleintheclouds.org. You Will enjoy a self-guided tour of the Lucknow estate, exploring the mansion and surrounding grounds. You will also have time to visit the carriage house, exhibit gallery, and gift shop. Lunch is on your own at the Cafe’ in the clouds. We return to the Grand Hotel for an afternoon on our own. Relax at our resort-like hotel nestled in the White Mountains of New Hampshire or explore New Hampshire’s largest tax-free shopping outlets at Settlers Green Outlet Mall https://www.settlersgreen.com. Dinner is included at a local restaurant.
 
Accommodations: North Conway Grand Hotel, 72 Common Court, North Conway, NH 03860, phone 603-356-9300.
Meals: B, D

Day 4: After our breakfast buffet at the hotel we travel the breathtaking Kancamagus Highway a 34.5-mile scenic drive along NH's Rt. 112 in Northern New Hampshire which is well known as one of the best Fall Foliage viewing areas in the country. The Kancamagus Highway is now designated an American Scenic Byway for its rich history, aesthetic beauty, and culture. The Kancamagus Scenic Byway takes you through a path cut through the White Mountain National Forest with breathtaking views of the White Mountains, the Swift River, Sabbaday Falls, Lower Falls, and Rocky Gorge. The Kanc takes you to an elevation of just under 3,000 feet at its highest point at Kancamagus Pass on the flank of Mt. Kancamagus near Lincoln, NH. https://kancamagushighway.com
 
Stopping in Lincoln, NH we will visit Fadden’s General Store this old-fashioned general store has been family owned since 1896 and features an on-site maple sugar house that has won “Best Maple Syrup in New Hampshire” five times. You will have time to shop for maple syrup as well as groceries and souvenirs. The tour includes the Maple Sugar House, a self-guided tour of the Maple Museum, and a maple sample.
 
Our tour continues through the White Mountains with a stop at Franconia Notch State Park to see the geological wonder,
THE BASIN. (Located just a short walk from the parking lot with a paved path that is handicap accessible).
https://www.nhstateparks.org. Next, we arrive at Cannon Mountain Tram in Notch State Park. Enjoy your ride as the 80-passenger cable car goes to the 4,180’ summit of Cannon Mountain in under 10-minutes. Walk the short loop with views of Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Canada. https://www.cannonmt.com. Travel through Franconia Notch State Park to Littleton, NH. Voted one of the Top 10 walking Main Streets in the U.S. You may visit shops like Chutter’s Candy, White Mountain Canning Company, and Schilling’s Beer Company. Lunch is on your own. https://www.golittleton.com.  
            
Day 4 continued: We continue traveling back toward North Conway and Crawford Notch State Park for photo stops at Silver Cascade and at the Elephant Head natural rock formation. Travel past the Willey House slide Historic Site. Later, we will be back on the Kancamagus Highway, with Stops at Albany Covered Bridge and the Rocky Gorge. Dinner is included at a local restaurant.
 
Accommodations: North Conway Grand Hotel, 72 Common Court, North Conway, NH 03860, 603-356-9300.
Meals: B, D
 
Day 5: Have your luggage ready for the baggage porter before your buffet breakfast at the hotel before we depart the hotel for the Cog Railroad and ride to the 6288' summit of Mount Washington – the highest Mountain peak in the Northeast– powered by one of our custom-built biodiesel locomotives! The approximately three-hour round trip is an exhilarating journey through history, technology, and nature, and plenty of time to explore the State Park at the summit. Box lunch is included. https://www.thecog.com.
 
It’s time to depart for Uncasville, Connecticut our home for this evening. Our lodging is Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott 2255 Norwich-New London Turnpike, Montville, CT 06382, phone 860-848-0660 https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/hvnun-fairfield-inn-and-suites-uncasville-groton-area.  For those that want to try your luck at Mohegan Sun Casino https://mohegansun.com, which is a half mile away, the hotel has a complimentary shuttle. Dinner will be at a local restaurant.
                   
Accommodations: Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott 2255 Norwich-New London Turnpike, Montville, CT 06382, phone 860-848-0660.
Meals: B, L, D
 
Day 6: Breakfast buffet at the hotel before departing to the United States Coast Guard Academy for a guided walking tour. Traveling home we will have a rest stop and dinner. Arriving back in Lancaster at approximately 7 PM.
 
Meals: B, D
 
 
 
Tour Includes:
Round Trip Deluxe Motorcoach Transportation, 1 – made to order breakfast, 5 buffet breakfasts, 1 welcome dinner, 1 farewell dinner, 3 dinners, guided audio tour of America’s Stonehenge, Winnipesaukee Scenic railroad train ride, Mt. Washington cruise with a lunch buffet, Castle in the Clouds mansion tour, Fadden’s old fashion general store with Maple Sugar House & self-guided Maple Museum Tour, drive through White Mountain National Forrest on the famous Kacamagus highway with stops for a photo opportunity, Franconia Notch State Park, Cannon Mountain cable car ride, Free time in Littleton, NH, Mt. Washington Cog Railway train ride, walking tour of the Coast Guard Academy in New London, CT, 1-night lodging at LaQuinta Inn & Suites, Manchester, NH, 3-nights lodging at North Conway Grand Hotel, North Conway, NH (baggage handling included), 1-night lodging at Fairfield Inn & Suites, Uncasville, CT, BLT luggage tags, welcome gift, water and snacks on motorcoach, Experienced and Knowledgeable Tour Representative, and All Taxes