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Travel from New York to Boston over two days with stops at Yale, Newport’s Breakers mansion, and historic Boston. Expect iconic campuses, Gilded Age luxury, harbor views, & classic New England charm.
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Free pickupA complimentary hotel pick-up service is offered.
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Live guidingEnglish
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Valid2 days
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Includes
- Roundtrip transportation (Vehicle used based on the number of guests attending that day)
- Professional Driver and Guide (or Driver-Guide)
- Service fee for tour guide and driver or driver-guide
- Mandatory admission: The Firsts of America Exploration Tour(The admissions are included only for bookings made after 7/28/2025)
- Optional admission:Yale University In-Depth Campus Tour+The Breakers Mansion+Boston Harbor Cruise+Boston Lobster Meal+View Boston at Prudential Center- If option"All Tickets Inclusive" selected
- Hotel accommodation for 1 night
- Taxes and Fees
- Fuel Surcharge
- Food and drinks
- Booster seat rental ($10.00 per person per day for children under 8; request when booking)
- Optional admission:Yale University In-Depth Campus Tour+The Breakers Mansion+Boston Harbor Cruise+Boston Lobster Meal+View Boston at Prudential Center- If option"All Tickets Inclusive" not selected
Highlights
- Explore Yale University in historic New Haven
- Tour the Vanderbilt family's Breakers mansion in Newport
- Discover Harvard and Boston's important historic firsts
- Add a Boston Harbor cruise or aquarium visit
- See the city from View Boston at Prudential Center
Description
New England Highlights: 2 Days from New York
New Haven • Newport • Boston
Discover historic campuses, Gilded Age grandeur, and revolutionary landmarks on a two-day New England getaway. From Yale’s Gothic courtyards to Newport’s oceanfront mansions and Boston’s lively waterfront, experience a memorable blend of history, architecture, and coastal charm.
Day 1 | Yale & Newport’s Gilded Age
Depart New York for New Haven, where an optional guided tour of Yale University reveals historic buildings, striking Gothic architecture, and peaceful courtyards.
Continue to Newport, Rhode Island, for an optional visit to The Breakers, the Vanderbilt family’s magnificent seaside mansion. Explore lavish halls and ornate interiors, with grounds overlooking the Atlantic, before heading to Boston for the night.
Optional visits: Yale University tour (60 min) • The Breakers (90 min)
Day 2 | Boston’s Historic Firsts & Harbor Views
Begin with the required “America’s First Tour,” a three-hour exploration of Boston’s history and pioneering spirit. Visit Harvard University and discover landmarks including the Old State House, Boston Common, Public Garden, Boston Public Library, and Trinity Church.
Enjoy an optional Boston Harbor Cruise for skyline and waterfront views. If the cruise is unavailable, explore the New England Aquarium as an alternative.
Stop at Quincy Market for shopping and lunch, with the option to savor Boston lobster, a lobster roll, or clam chowder. Before returning to New York, join an optional visit to View Boston at the Prudential Center for panoramic city and harbor views.
Required tour: America’s First Tour (3 hr)
Optional experiences: Harbor cruise (60 min) • Boston lobster meal during the Quincy Market stop (60 min) • View Boston (50 min)
Route: New York → New Haven → Newport → Boston → New York
- By selecting an option and completing your booking, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to the tour's full product description, including all details about itinerary, included and excluded fees. Your payment indicates your acceptance of these terms.
- Please note: For bookings made before July 28, 2025, mandatory The Firsts of America Exploration Tour fees and any optional admission fees are not included in the price. Only bookings made on or after July 28, 2025 will include fees based on the selected option at the time of booking.
Tour W/The Firsts of America Exploration Tour
All Tickets Inclusive
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