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Ultimate Guide to Catholic Shrines in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania is a state in the northeast United States. Its history served great importance in American history, and with that includes the growth of Christianity through early settlers and immigration. Oftentimes, churches were set up to serve particular immigrant groups. According to the Pew Research Center (2014), 73% of the population in Pennsylvania are Christians, and of that percentage, 24% are Catholic. Through the years, many churches and shrines have been built for the faithful in Pennsylvania to practice and enrich their faith. This ultimate guide to Catholic shrines in Pennsylvania will highlight must-see places for your next pilgrimage!

What can I do at each shrine?

NOTE: Due to the varying mandates and responses from the COVID-19 pandemic, Masses, services, public prayer, access to relics, etc may be limited or unavailable. Please verify with the particular shrine before you go! Websites and contact info provided below.

In general, shrines offer a place and times of prayer. And shrines typically have a relic or image of a particular saint and are designated as the particular place for public devotion related to that saint. Some shrines are normal parish churches or some are set up specifically to handle many pilgrims. Yet even some others are part of a religious community such as part of a convent or monastery. 

Typically at shrines, you should be able to:

• Attend Mass
• Receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession)
• Participate in particular devotions like novenas related to the saint the shrine is named after
• See and venerate a saint’s relics

Some shrines offer more such as ministries or services specific to visitors and pilgrims. For more specialized offerings, check out each shrine listed below!

How this Guide to Catholic Shrines in Pennsylvania Works

Listed below is a list of shrines available in Pennsylvania. Addresses are listed with a link to Google Maps. Phone numbers and websites are provided, if available, if you wish to contact the shrine directly or find out more detailed information. Following the basic info are a brief history and summary of the shrine.

If there are particular things of interest for each shrine, those are highlighted as well!

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Basilica of the National Shrine of St. Ann

Address: 1233 St. Ann Street, Scranton, PA 18504

Phone: 570-347-5691 (Shrine), 570-342-5166 (Rectory)

• Parish: http://stannbasilica.org/
• Monastery and Shrine Basilica: https://www.stannsmonasterybasilica.org/

Started by Passionists fathers at the turn of the 20th century, St. Ann’s is the home of one of their monasteries and the popular novena devotion to St. Ann. In its early years, the monastery was damaged by rock slides resulting from work in the local coal mines of Scranton. In the early 1920’s, a few lay faithful started requesting the rector to hold a weekly novena to honor St. Ann, and the devotion greatly grew resulting in a church being built to accommodate the faithful ( “St. Ann’s History, n.d. ). To this day, the St. Ann Novena continues and many pilgrims flock to the shrine, especially during the month July when the Feast of St. Ann occurs and a solemn version of the novena is prayed. Through the years, many miracles were attributed to this devotion of the St. Ann Novena. Pope St. John Paul II declared St. Ann’s to be a Minor Basilica on October 27, 1997.

The Basilica features:

• Public devotion: St. Ann Novena and Solemn Novena
• Confessions
• Gift shop, especially St. Ann’s oil

Central Shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal

Address: 500 E Chelten Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144

Phone: 215-848-1010 or Toll Free 1-800-523-3674

Website: https://miraculousmedal.org/

In the mid-1800’s, some Vincentians from the Congregation of the Mission established a seminary chapel to foster vocations. After some years, they planned to build a chapel for their own congregation, but the then-Bishop of Philadelphia asked them to make the chapel public. This chapel became the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception. In the early 1900’s, national devotion to the Miraculous Medal blossomed prompting the director of the Central Association of the Miraculous Medal, Fr. Skelly, to build a shrine in the Chapel to Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal ( “A Home for Mary, the Miraculous Medal Shrine” , 2020). From completing the shrine, a “Monday Novena” was started by Fr. Skelly as tribute to the Blessed Mother–a devotion that continues today with pilgrims flocking to the Shrine every Monday. 

For more information about the Miraculous Medal, check this out!

This shrine features:

• Public devotion: Perpetual Novena (“Monday Novena”)
• Adoration, Confessions
• Group pilgrimages and tours

National Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe

Also known as the parish of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

Address: 501 Ridge Ave, Allentown, PA 18102

Phone: 610-433-4404 (Rectory)

Website: http://immaculateconceptionallentown.org/index.html

Dedicated on October 25, 1857 by St. John Neumann, then-bishop of Philadelphia, Immaculate Conception parish in Allentown has served the faithful for over 160 years. In the 1970’s, the US Conference of Bishops desired to establish a National Shrine in honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe, and the then-pastor of the time, Monsignor Thompson, petitioned the Conference for Immaculate Conception parish to host the shrine. And they agreed. The church became a National Shrine in December of 1974 ( “History of Our Church” , n.d.). Inside the church, the faithful and pilgrims can find a portrait of the image of Our Lady of Guadalupe over a side altar.

The National Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe features:

• Special Mass on December 12, Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe

National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa

Address: 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901

Phone: 215-345-0600

Website: https://czestochowa.us/

Our Lady of Czestochowa is a famous icon of the Blessed Mother and the child Jesus in Czestochowa, Poland. It currently resides in the Jasna Gora monastery and shrine for pilgrims to view and venerate. Many miracles have been attributed to Our Lady of Czestochowa. To read more about the original icon, check out this page!

In the early 1950’s, Fr. Michael Zembruzki from the Pauline Fathers came to the United States with the desire to establish a similar shrine to Jasna Gora. A few years later, a barn chapel was built and dedicated to Our Lady of Czestochowa ( The National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa , n.d.). Soon pilgrims frequented the chapel to the point that the barn chapel was no longer adequate to host the many pilgrims from America and Poland. The current building and grounds were dedicated in 1966 and designated as a National Shrine in 2009. 

At the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa, you can:

• Go to Confession
• Group tours and pilgrimages
• Take a virtual tour!
• Join a retreat or stay at the retreat house
• Enjoy Polish food at the deli and cafeteria

National Shrine of St. John Neumann

Address: 1019 N 5th St., Philadelphia, PA 19123

Phone: 215-627-3080

Website: https://stjohnneumann.org/

This shrine is dedicated to St. John Neumann, a Redemptorist priest and former bishop of Philadelphia. St. John Neumann is known for helping out European immigrants, building many churches, hospitals, and orphanages ( About St. John Neumann , n.d.). In particular, he loved being with the sick and poor. Visitors and pilgrims to this National Shrine can visit and venerate St. John Neumann’s relics. The museum opened in April 2019 and allows visitors to learn St. John Neumann’s story.

At this National Shrine, you can:

• Be blessed with St. John Neumann’s relic
• Participate in devotions: Rosary, Novenas, Adoration
• Go on retreats
• Visit the museum
• Do tours and pilgrimages
• Visit the gift shop

National Shrine of Saint Rita of Cascia

Address: 1166 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146

Phone: 215-546-8333

Website: https://www.saintritashrine.org/

Because of the needs of many immigrant families residing in the area in the early 1900’s, with the help of one generous donor and the zeal of the Augustinian Friars and the then-Bishop Patrick Ryan, they established the parish of St. Rita’s. The church nearly closed in the early 1990’s, but the local community pulled together to revitalize it. In the year 2000, the US Conference of Catholic Bishops declared it as the National Shrine of St. Rita of Cascia ( History, The National Shrine of St. Rita Cascia , n.d.). Since then, the shrine has undergone renovations and more buildings added to further outreach to the local community. Many pilgrims and devoted faithful return to the shrine each year on St. Rita’s feast day on May 22 for the Solemn Novena.

To learn more about St. Rita, check this out!

At the National Shrine of St. Rita of Cascia, you can:

• Participate in the Solemn Novena and feast day for St. Rita
• Go on tours and pilgrimages
• Attend a Healing Mass
• Attend normal Masses
• Go to Confession and Adoration
• Visit the Cascia Center for various ministries

Saint Jude Church and Shrine

Address: 321 Butler Ave., Chalfont, PA 18914

Phone: 215-822-0179

Website: https://stjudechalfont.org/

This parish church was established in 1962 on farm land by Archbishop John Krol. The first pastor, Fr. Robert Gregg, desired that the parish be named after St. Jude the Apostle, and also be the regional shrine for St. Jude ( St. Jude Church and Shrine , n.d.). Since then, a school was built and the numbers continued to grow. Unfortunately, a fire burned the church to the ground in October of 1982, but members of the community came together to rebuild the church and shrine, which was dedicated on September 23, 1984. Visitors and pilgrims can participate in the usual worship and devotions, novenas, and veneration of St. Jude’s relic offered throughout the week.

Here at St. Jude’s, you can:

• Venerate a relic of St. Jude
• Pray the Solemn Novena or weekly Novena prayers

Saint Katharine Drexel Shrine

As of 2018, the shrine is now part of the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Philadelphia, but St. Katharine Drexel’s community can still be found at their house (and former shrine) in Bensalem, PA.

Address: 18th Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Phone: 215-561-1313

Website: https://www.saintkatharinedrexelshrine.com/

St. Katharine Drexel is the second American-born saint, and she is known for starting the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament. She was asked by Pope Leo XIII in Rome to become a missionary ( Saint Katharine Drexel Shrine , n.d.). And in her missionary efforts, she particularly served the African American and Native American communities across the United States opening up schools and colleges. Visitors and pilgrims can visit the Tomb of Saint Katharine Drexel located inside the Cathedral Basilica.

At the Saint Katharine Drexel Shrine, pilgrims can:

• Go on tours and pilgrimages to the shrine (and cathedral)
• Visit the Cathedral Shop
• Submit prayer intentions and requests
• Participate in the Solemn Novena (starts February 22, ends March 2)
• Participate in weekly Novena prayers on Thursdays
• Go to her Feast Day Mass (March 3)

Saint Anthony’s Chapel (Shrine of Many Relics)

Address: 1704 Harpster Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Phone: 412-999-4401

Website: https://pghshrines.org/about-st-anthony-chapel

Probably one of those most unique shrines on this guide, St. Anthony’s Chapel is famous for having a collection of over 5000 relics! The only other place in the world with more relics is the Vatican ( Shrines of Pittsburgh , n.d.). Fr. Mollinger started construction on the chapel in 1880 as a place to house his collection of relics, which included a first-class relic of St. Anthony of Padua for whom the shrine is named after. In addition to the many relics and reliquaries, the chapel features many decorations imported from Europe evoking beauty and excellent craftsmanship. 

The St. Anthony Chapel features:

• Guided tours and pilgrimages
• Confession, Adoration, Novenas, and Stations of the Cross
• Museum and Chapel Shop across the street

Shrine of Our Lady of Perpetual Help

Found inside of the Mount Saint Macrina House of Prayer.

Address: 500 West Main Street, Uniontown, PA 15401

Phone: 724-438-7149

Website: https://sistersofstbasil.org/ (community website of the Sisters of the Order of St. Basil the Great)

Representing the Byzantine expression of the Catholic faith, the Sisters of the Order of St. Basil the Great has a community and house in Uniontown. The main house used to be the J.V. Thompson mansion, and has been converted to useful spaces for visitors and pilgrims to visit ( Sisters of St. Basil , 2012). Within the House of Prayer is the Our Lady of Perpetual Help shrine, a beautiful shrine featuring the icon. Each year, the Sisters host a pilgrimage on Labor Day weekend with many activities and spiritual opportunities and is known as the oldest and largest Byzantine Catholic pilgrimage in the USA.

Mount Saint Macrina offers: 

• Virtual tour!
• Pilgrimages
• Overnight accommodations
• Pilgrimage camping

Other Catholic Churches in Pennsylvania to Visit!

Besides the awesome Catholic shrines in Pennsylvania listed in this guide, you can also visit amazing churches that are worth checking out! See if you can swing by any of these churches listed below on your next pilgrimage to Pennsylvania!

• Religious sisters
• Adoration Chapel
• 70 acres of grounds
• Devotions to Our Lady of Loretto
• Perpetual Adoration Chapel
• Authentic objects and replicas from St. Padre Pio’s life
• Outdoor prayer spaces
• Masses (Divine Liturgy)
• Part of a greater complex/grounds belonging to the Bendictine Monks of St. Vincent which includes the monastery, basilica, seminary, and college

Want to learn more about popular pilgrimages around the world? Be sure to check out the Most Popular Christian Pilgrimages!

Don’t have the money to go on a pilgrimage just yet or still uncomfortable with traveling? Take a virtual one, instead!

Which Pennsylvania shrine are you looking forward to visiting and why? Comment below!

A Home for Mary, The Miraculous Medal Shrine. (2020). Retrieved September 22, 2020, from https://miraculousmedal.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/ShrineStory.pdf

About St. John Neumann. (n.d.). Retrieved September 26, 2020, from https://stjohnneumann.org/our-st-john-neumann/about-st-john-neumann/

History of Our Church. (n.d.). Retrieved September 24, 2020, from http://immaculateconceptionallentown.org/history.html

History, The National Shrine of St. Rita Cascia. (n.d.). Retrieved September 27, 2020, from https://www.saintritashrine.org/history

Pew Research Center. (2014). June 4-September 30, 2014 — Religious Landscape Study [Data summary]. https://www.pewforum.org/religious-landscape-study/state/pennsylvania/

Saint Katharine Drexel Shrine. (n.d.). Interactive timeline. Retrieved September 27, 2020, from https://www.saintkatharinedrexelshrine.com/interactive-timeline/

Shrines of Pittsburgh. (n.d.). The Chapel. Retrieved September 27, 2020, from https://pghshrines.org/the-chapel

Sisters of St. Basil. (2012, July 31). House of Prayer. Retrieved October 02, 2020, from https://sistersofstbasil.org/ministries/house-of-prayer-2/

Smith, W.G. (1911). Pennsylvania. In The Catholic Encyclopedia. New York: Robert Appleton Company. Retrieved September 19, 2020 from New Advent: http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/11638c.htm

St. Ann’s History. (n.d.). Retrieved September 19, 2020, from https://www.stannsmonasterybasilica.org/st-anns-history.html

St. Jude Church and Shrine. (n.d.). Parish Directory [PDF]. Retrieved September 27, 2020, from https://d2y1pz2y630308.cloudfront.net/622/documents/2020/1/Parish%20Directory%2001-2020%20FINAL%20PDF.pdf

The National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa. (n.d.). The National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa Timeline History. Retrieved September 26, 2020, from https://czestochowa.us/about-us/history/

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JR is a full-time engineer working in the aerospace industry. Apart from having such a fly job, he flies unto the arms of Our Lady and the Church pursuing his faith and a relationship with Christ. Over the past several years, faith and flying via pilgrimages became a thing. When he’s not being fly, JR hangs out with family, friends, his chihuahua, and with thoughts of the next trip.

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At Seneca Allegany, you can choose from a collection of exciting restaurants. From a decadent steakhouse, authentic Italian and classic American fare to cozy coffee shops serving Starbucks products and tasty places to grab something sweet, we have options for every appetite. Discover all there is to love about these dining destinations, where every day is a new adventure in flavor.

See Jamestown, New York through the eyes of Lucy. This “Lucy Town Tour”, will take you to places of significance to Lucille Ball. You will see the house that she was born in, the house where she grew up, the cemetery where she and her family are at rest, and much more.

Devoted to the I Love Lucy TV series, Desilu Studios features complete re-creations of Lucy and Ricky Ricardo’s New York City apartment and the Hollywood hotel suite. You’ll also find an interactive Vitameatavegamin set, a screening area, original scripts, and showcases filled with vintage memorabilia as well as costumes that were worn on the show.

Tropicana Club

Go back in time and experience this re-creation of  Ricky Ricardo’s  famous Manhattan night club. In the Tropicana Club, enjoy a deliciously themed meal while watching your favorite episode of  I Love Lucy .

Based on the vision of Jamestown native Lucille Ball for her hometown to become a destination for comedy, the National Comedy Center showcases comedy’s great minds and unique voices in ways that engage, inspire, educate and entertain.   Opened in August 2018, the museum complex offers an unprecedented visitor experience using state-of-the-art technology, interactivity and personalization to create the first true 21st Century museum environment.  Over 50 immersive exhibits with the 37,000-square-foot facility enable visitors to take an interactive journey through comedy history, from early vaudeville to the latest viral memes.

Chautauqua Institution

The Chautauqua Institution is a not-for-profit, 750-acre educational center beside Chautauqua Lake in southwestern New York State. The Institution, originally the Chautauqua Lake Sunday School Assembly, was founded in 1874 as an educational experiment in out-of-school, vacation learning.  Over 8,000 students enroll annually in the Chautauqua Summer Schools which offer courses in art, music, dance, theater, writing skills and a wide variety of special interests.

Chautauqua Harbor Hotel

National Harbor & Alexandria, VA - May 25 - 26, 2024 (Sat - Sun)

Gaylord national resort getaway national harbor & alexandria, va may 25 (sat) – 26 (sun), 2024 2 day tour, meals included: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch.

Day 1                  Saturday (L)

Arrive Washington, DC

Washington DC Lunch Cruise aboard Spirit Cruises

Check into hotel – One (1) Night – Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center

Dinner and evening on own in National Harbor

Admission included to the Capital Wheel (to use at your leisure)

Day 2                     Sunday (B)

Breakfast at leisure – gift card included at Silver Diner (located off property)

Depart National Harbor for Alexandria, VA

Tall Ship Providence – dockside tour

Time on own in Alexandria, VA on King Street

Fast food dinner stop on own.

Spirit Cruise Lunch Cruise

Embark an unforgettable afternoon on the Potomac River with a Signature Washington, DC Lunch Cruise. Enjoy a chef-prepared buffet and sweeping views of DC’s iconic landmarks, such as the Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial. This fun and relaxed dining experience is complete with live DJ entertainment, a fully stocked cash bar, dancing, and games on the open-air decks and cozy indoor spaces. Set sail for a one-of-a-kind afternoon that is as scenic as it is delicious!

Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center

Perched on the shores of the Potomac River and just minutes from downtown Washington, D.C., this stylish resort offers convenient access to National Harbor, Maryland’s most beloved attractions, including the Capital Wheel, Topgolf, MGM National Harbor®, and Tanger Outlets. Following a $64 million renovation guests will find brand-new redesigned, luxurious guest room & suites, the signature Pose Rooftop bar & lounge experience, an exciting line-up of family-friendly summer activities & entertainment, and enhanced safety and health protocols.

National Harbor

If you’re craving it, they’ve got it. Whether you’re looking for something classic that comforts your palate or something new to feed your adventurous side, National Harbor’s roster of over 40 restaurants is ready for you.  It’ll be a tough choice to pick celebrity chefs, finger food, or Maryland’s famous crab cakes, either way, you’re guaranteed to fit right in behind a plate or glass of harbor goodness.

The Capital Wheel

Soar 180 feet above the Potomac River and marvel at truly breathtaking views. With 42 climate-controlled gondolas, The Capital Wheel is open all year long. Sights visible from The Capital Wheel include National Harbor, the Washington Monument, City of Alexandria, Masonic Temple, Georgetown and more throughout the DC-Maryland-Virginia region.

Tall Ship Providence – Dockside Tour

Step back in time and into the life of a sailor serving in the Continental Navy under the command of the legendary Captain John Paul Jones in this immersive one-hour tour. Visit the quarterdeck, captain’s cabin, and hold of the ship, and hear tales of  Providence’s  adventures in the American Revolution!  *Note: The ship remains docked during the tour.

Gaylord National Resort

Niagara Falls, ON - May 29 - 31, 2024 (Wed - Fri) - Valid Passport Required

Niagara falls – ontario, canada may 29 (wed) – 31 (fri), 2024 3 day tour, a valid passport is required for this tour, meals included: 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner.

Arrive Batavia, NY

Traveling to Niagara Falls, Ontario **Canadian Customs – For US Citizens Valid Passport Required**

Check into hotel – Two (2) Nights – Hilton Niagara Falls/Fallsview Hotel & Suites

Hornblower Niagara Boat Ride

Journey Behind the Falls

Afternoon on own – additional activities available on Niagara Falls Pass (included)

Dinner included at Skylon Tower – Summit Suite Buffet

White Water Walk

Whirlpool Aero Car

Butterfly Conservatory – lunch included at the Garden Café

Floral Clock

Depart Niagara Falls, Canada – **United States Customs – Valid Passport Required**

Approximate arrival in Lehigh Valley at 10:00pm

You may have seen the Falls before but you’ve never seen them quite like this. Hold onto your heart and keep your eyes wide open because you’re in for the thrill of a lifetime! The legendary Niagara Falls boat tour takes you as close as possible to the thundering roar, awesome power and amazing mist of the mighty Falls!

To stand at the heart of Niagara, you’ll first need to descend 150 feet and explore 130-year-old tunnels through the bedrock, but you’ll feel the thunderous vibration of the Horseshoe Falls long before you see them. The observation deck at the foot of this 13-story-tall wonder will leave you breathless (and maybe a little bit wet), but don’t forget the viewing portals cut straight through the rock, offering a once-in-a-lifetime view of one-fifth of the world’s fresh water crashing down in front of you.

Take a walk like no other, along a boardwalk at the very edge of one of the world’s wildest stretches of whitewater! Marvel at the relentless power and beauty of nature, and see how the deep and narrow Great Gorge was created. Trillions of gallons of water are forced into this accelerating trough–the sight will take your breath away!

Soar the Great Gorge, high above the racing Niagara River. You’ll be transported through the air in an antique cable car, while far below the torrent of water abruptly changes direction and creates one of the world’s most mesmerizing natural phenomena – the Niagara Whirlpool, sometimes frightening and always unforgettable!

Butterfly Conservatory

Located on the grounds of the Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens, you’ll be transported to a tropical paradise full of lush vegetation, trickling waterfalls and thousands of vibrantly colored butterflies. Over 2,000 butterflies, made up of 45 different species, call this beautiful space home. The self-guided walking tour of the Butterfly Conservatory begins with a short, informative video presentation.

The intricate designs on the face of the Floral Clock are created with up to 16,000 carpet bedding plants and are changed twice each year. The planted face of the Floral Clock is maintained by the Niagara Parks horticulture staff, while the mechanism inside is kept in working order by Ontario Hydro. The tower at the back of the clock houses Westminster chimes that greet each quarter hour.

*Falls View Room could be CAN or US Falls, and may be a partial view. Trans-Bridge Tours is not responsible for location of Falls View room. Limited rooms are available.

Hilton Niagara Falls – Fallsview Hotel & Suites

New England Island Hopping - June 3 - 7, 2024 (Mon - Fri)

New england island hopping june 3 (mon) – 7 (fri), 2024 5 day tour, meals included: 4 breakfasts, 2 dinners.

Day 1                  Monday

Arrive Mystic, CT

Arrive West Yarmouth, MA

Check into hotel – Two (2) Nights – Hampton Inn & Suites – West Yarmouth

Dinner included at a local restaurant

Day 2                  Tuesday

Hy-Line Cruise to Nantucket

Narrated Tour of Nantucket

Return sailing from Nantucket to Hyannis

Dinner on own in downtown Hyannis

Day 3                    Wednesday

Check out of hotel

Arrive Falmouth, Cape Cod

Steamship Authority Cruise to Martha’s Vineyard

Guided Island Tour of Martha’s Vineyard

Free time and lunch on own

Return sailing from Oak Bluffs to Woods Hole

Depart for Newport, RI – dinner included on the way to Newport

Check into hotel – Two (2) Nights – Holiday Inn Express – Middletown, RI

Day 4                    Thursday

Depart hotel for Point Judith

Cruise to Block Island

Narrated Tour of Block Island

Lunch and shopping on own

Return sailing to Point Judith

Dinner and evening on own in Newport

Day 5                    Friday

Guided Driving Tour of Newport

Self-guided tour of Newport Preservation Society mansion-

Lunch and time on own in Newport

Depart Newport

Fast food stop on own

Approximate arrival in Lehigh Valley at 8:30pm

Nantucket Island, the “Little Grey Lady” still looks much as it did during its heyday as a prosperous whaling and shipping port of the 1800’s: cedar shingled homes and elegant whaling mansions still line the cobblestone streets, with the modern addition of upscale boutiques, art galleries, and restaurants to suit any taste.

Guided Tour of Martha’s Vineyard

Enjoy a complete island tour upon arrival on Martha’s Vineyard Island, in the comfort of your motorcoach.  Walk with your guide to view the colorful “Gingerbread Cottages” in Oaks Bluff: enjoy scenic touring along the ocean (see where “JAWS” was filmed!) to Edgartown, a once prominent whaling town where stately whaling captain’s mansions still lines the streets.  There will be free time in Oak Bluffs or Edgartown for lunch on your own.  You will also tour to the western most community on the island, Gay Head, best known for its great clay cliffs and Gay Head Lighthouse.

Enjoy a 1 hour narrated tour of Block Island called “the Bermuda of the North”!  Learn about island life as you travel past meadows, moors, and marshy ponds, stopping for photos at Southeast Light overlooking the dramatic cliffs known as Mohegan Bluffs.

See Newport’s two famous scenic routes – Bellevue Avenue lined with opulent mansions – Summer cottages” built by titans of industry and society during the Gilded Age, and Ten Mile Ocean Drive where you can gaze at spectacular waterfront estates and unparalleled ocean views!

Rosecliff Mansion

With its celebrated heart-shaped grand staircase and the largest ballroom in Newport, this elegant mansion overlooking the Atlantic Ocean recalls lost Gilded Age summers filled with extravagant parties like the one featured in 1974’s The Great Gatsby, which filmed scenes at Rosecliff. 

Rosecliff was built for Nevada silver heiress Theresa Fair Oelrichs, who used it to host many fabulous Gilded Age entertainments. Architect Stanford White modeled Rosecliff after the Grand Trianon, the garden retreat of French kings at Versailles.

Hampton Inn & Suites – West Yarmouth

Holiday Inn Express – Newport North/ Middletown

Maryland's Eastern Shore 'Horses, History & Harriet Tubman - June 10 - 12, 2024 (Mon - Wed)

Maryland’s eastern shore horses, history, and harriet tubman june 10 (mon) – 12 (wed), 2024 3 day tour.

Arrive Chesapeake City, MD

Guided tour of Chesapeake City

Lunch included at the Chesapeake Inn

Stroll through town and visit the unique shops

One hour Narrated Chesapeake and Delaware Canal Cruise

Check into hotel – Two (2) Nights – Holiday Inn Express Cambridge

Dinner on own in Cambridge

Depart hotel for Ocean City, MD

Assateague Island Visitor’s Center

80 Minute Cruise aboard the Assateague Adventure II

Lunch & time on own at Ocean City, MD boardwalk

Tour of Ocean City Life Saving Museum

Dinner included at Harbor Watch Restaurant

Guided Harriet Tubman Tour

Lunch stop on own

Approximate arrival in Lehigh Valley at 5:30pm

Chesapeake City is a picturesque small town located on the C&D Canal, which connects the Chesapeake and Delaware Bays. The town is located along Route 213 and is split north to south by the C&D Canal. This historic canal opened in 1829 and has provided important access to the Chesapeake Bay since. Ocean-going ships and tugs pulling barges can be seen passing through the center of town.

Chesapeake City is world renown for its famous Thoroughbred Horse Farms! We’ll go for an informative ride through the area, without leaving the coach!

Assateague Visitor’s Center & Cruise

Assateague’s wild horses are well known, even to many people who have never been to the island. The “wild” horses on Assateague are actually feral animals, meaning that they are descendants of domestic animals that have reverted to a wild state. Horses tough enough to survive the scorching heat, abundant mosquitoes, stormy weather and poor quality food found on this remote, windswept barrier island have formed a unique wild horse society. Enjoy their beauty from a distance, and you can help make sure these extraordinary wild horses will continue to thrive on Assateague Island.

Enjoy an 80 minute cruise aboard the Assateague Adventure II and see the wild ponies in their natural habitat, bird watch, learn about the eco system, and the fishing boats and navigate Ocean City’s commercial fishing boat harbor.

Ocean City Life Saving Museum

The museum offers visitors a chance to do a deep dive into the history of the U.S. Life-Saving Service and learn about the cultural and natural history of Ocean City and Worcester County, Maryland. Our permanent exhibits include the original USLSS log book, physical artifacts from the USLSS, historical elements from the Ocean City Boardwalk, a collection of sand from beaches all over the world, and a display dedicated to surfing and its history in Ocean City, as well as the history of the pioneering women of Ocean City.

Her Story, Our History.

On this tour, you will be introduced to Arminta Ross and how she became Harriet Tubman and the historical sites that played a part in this.

Your experience will include:

*Dorchester County Courthouse -famous rescue

*Long Wharf -The port of entry for the enslaved until 1808

*Take My Hand Muir – Harriet Tubman painted in today’s world by Mike Rostao

*Pine Street- African American neighborhood is known as Little Black Wall Street

*Stanley Institute- One of the first Private Black schools circa 1867

*Tubman County – a landscape that shaped her life

*Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Visitor Center- The Smithsonian Institute for Harriet Tubman *Bordess Farm – Childhood home of Harriet Tubman

*Bucktown- The of near-fatal injury of young Armita Ross (Harriet Tubman)

*Memorial Gardens- painting rendered by nephew Charles Ross

Holiday Inn Express – Cambridge, MD

Washington, DC - June 21- 23, 2024 (Fri-Sun)

Washington, dc june 21 (fri) – 23 (sun), 2024 3 day tour, meals included: 2 breakfasts, 2 dinners.

Day 1                  Friday

Arrive Mount Vernon, VA

George Washington’s Mount Vernon

Lunch and time to explore on own

Self-guided timed admission to the Mansion

Check into hotel – Two (2) Nights – Hilton Arlington – National Landing

Dinner included at Tony & Joe’s on the Georgetown Waterfront

Illuminated Tour of DC

Day 2                  Saturday

Guided Tour of Washington, DC

Lunch & afternoon on own

Dinner & evening on own at hotel & National Landing

Day 3                    Sunday

Arlington National Cemetery

Steven F Udvar-Hazy Center with Imax Theater ticket included

Buffet dinner included at Mountain Gate Family Restaurant

Mount Vernon is the historic home of America’s first president, George Washington and is the most popular historic estate in America.  The estate, gardens, and farm of Mount Vernon totaled some 8,000 acres in the 18th century. Presently, an estimated 500 acres of this historic property have been painstakingly preserved along the banks of the Potomac River.

George Washington’s Mansion is ten times the size of the average home in colonial Virginia.

Inside the Mansion, guests can see: the New Room, the grandest space in the house, the Key to the Bastille, given to George Washington by the Marquis de Lafayette in 1790, family portraits and the Washington coat of arms, Washington’s private study

The illuminated tour provides a unique perspective to visitors as they witness DC by night. When the museums and other attractions close for the evening, a tour guide can show your group the memorials in their splendor.

Arlington National Cemetery, the most famous cemetery in the country, is the final resting place for many of our nation’s greatest heroes, including more than 300,000 veterans of every American conflict, from the Revolutionary War to Iraq and Afghanistan.  Since its founding in 1866, Arlington National Cemetery has provided a solemn place to reflect upon the sacrifices made by the men and women of the United States Armed Forces in the name of our country.

Steven F Udvar-Hazy Center – Air & Space Museum

The Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center near Washington Dulles International Airport is the companion facility to the museum in Washington, D.C. Hundreds of historically significant air- and spacecraft, along with thousands of small artifacts, are on display in an open, hangar-like setting. Other features of the Center include the Donald D. Engen Observation Tower, the Airbus IMAX Theater, and the Mary Baker Engen Restoration Hangar, where visitors can watch museum specialists at work restoring artifacts.

Hilton Arlington – National Landing

The Fabulous Finger Lakes - New York - June 26 - 28, 2024 (Wed- Fri)

The fabulous finger lakes – new york june 26 (wed) – 28 (fri), 2024 3 day tour.

Arrive Ithaca, NY

Wine tasting at Six Mile Creek Vineyard

Lunch on own in Ithaca Commons

“Experience! The Finger Lakes of the Fabulous Falls Above Cayuga Tour”

Arrive Auburn, NY

Check into hotel – Two (2) Nights – Holiday Inn – Auburn

Dinner included at Springside Inn

Day 2                  Thursday

Granger Museum & Carriage House

Lunch included with demonstration at NY Kitchen

Narrated sightseeing cruise aboard The Canandaigua Lady

Dinner on own in Skaneateles

The Seneca Falls It’s a Wonderful Life Museum

Lunch and wine tasting at Ventosa Vineyards

Depart Geneva, NY

Your guide will take you to the famous Cornell Suspension bridge—a pedestrian bridge that is suspended 138 feet above the water—followed by two other falls surrounding College Town and Cascadilla Park.  The tour culminates with an up-close-and-personal visit to Ithaca Falls, downtown Ithaca’s own 135 foot waterfall. In addition to exploring beautiful waterfalls and The Cornell University campus, your guide will weave stories of Ithaca’s history and classic tales of Cornell throughout the tour. The end result will be an intimate experience of our unique and “gorges” town.  In addition stop at the Cayuga Lake front and Stewart Park, where you will learn more about the lake itself, how the park used to be home to a silent movie production company that brought all the big movie stars of the time – Irene Castle, Lionel Barrymore, Mary Pickford – to Ithaca.

Travel back in history and tour the Granger mansion, Victorian gardens, largest horse-drawn carriage collection in Western NY, and five outbuildings on their 12 acre beautifully-maintained property.  The property consists of an 1816 Federal-style mansion named after the Granger family, a prominent political family. It remained in the Granger family for four generations. The property also features the Hubbell Law Office, a carriage house and two barns that displays nearly 100 antique carriages, sleighs and farming equipment.

The Canandaigua Lady

Cruise into Relaxation while listening to a captivating narration on the history of the Steamboat Era, Canandaigua Lake, the Seneca Indians and more!

It’s a Wonderful Life Museum

The It’s A Wonderful Life Museum is in the heart of Seneca Falls, New York, a few blocks east of the iconic It’s A Wonderful Life bridge. In the movie “It’s a Wonderful Life,” the story is set in Bedford Falls. Even though Bedford Falls is a fictional town, Seneca Falls appears to have striking similarities to the movie scenes, and it is believed that the movie was loosely based on a true story from a local member of the community.  Inside the museum, there are hundreds of personal artifacts, photos, and memorabilia from the It’s a Wonderful Life movie.

Ventosa Vineyards

Ventosa is located on 23 acres of estate vineyards overlooking Seneca Lake consisting only of vinifera varietals. Ventosa Vineyards is known for producing quality dry red wines such as their award-winning Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir and the popular Italian varietal Sangiovese. Ventosa is also the first and one of the few New York State wineries that grow and produce Tocai Friulano, a white Italian varietal. When visiting the winery, you will learn about the specific grapes grown on the estate.

Holiday Inn Auburn

All Things Vermont - July 9 - 12, 2024 (Tue - Fri)

All things vermont july 9 (tue ) – 12 (fri), 2024 4 day tour, meals included: 3 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners.

Day 1                  Tuesday

Arrive Clifton Park, NY

Morgan Horse Farm at UVM

Check into hotel – Three (3) Nights – Best Western Plus – Waterbury/Stowe

Day 2                  Wednesday

Rock of Ages – Granite Quarry Tour

Photo stop at Vermont State House

Lunch on own in Montpelier

History Talk at Trapp Family Lodge

Dinner included at Idletyme Brewing Company

Day 3                  Thursday

Tour & Sugar on Snow at Palmer’s Sugar House

Church Street Marketplace – lunch and time on own

Scenic Narrated Cruise aboard Spirit of Ethan Allen

Dinner on own in Waterbury, VT

Day 4                    Friday

Cold Hollow Cider Mill

Ben & Jerry’s – Factory Tour & sampling

Lunch included at 99 Restaurants

Fast food dinner stop

As a part of the UVM College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, the UVM Morgan Horse Farm is a historic site home to a working herd of 40+ Morgan Horses and perpetuates the Government Lines of the Morgan Breed.  The tour includes, an overview of the founding of the Morgan breed, a brief history of the barn and the grounds, and a chance to meet one of the mares.

Rock of Ages – Granite Quarry

A seasoned guide will come aboard the coach bus and take you to the quarry. They will share information on their rich history and how the operation works. The vistas are not to be missed from the quarry platform.  Then visit the 160,00 square foot manufacturing plant, you will watch a variety of staff working on stone in different stages of production, take a turn on the outdoor granite bowling lane watch a video and view exhibits inside the Visitors Center showcasing our history and amazing projects.  There is a wonderful gift shop featuring granite gifts.  This is a one-of-a-kind tour experience, not to be missed while visiting Vermont.

Trapp Family Lodge

The von Trapp family’s journey is a remarkable story. In 1938, just before World War II, the Baron and the Baroness von Trapp left all their possessions and estate near Salzburg. With nine children and one on the way, they fled Austria and were granted asylum in this country. Arriving with only $4.00, they settled in Philadelphia, and through their music, turned a family hobby into a profession as the Trapp Family Singers.  They soon bought a small farmhouse in Stowe, Vermont, because the landscape reminded them of home. Here, the family lived peacefully and continued to travel the world singing.   Maria wrote an autobiography that inspired the play and movie,  The Sound of Music , and her story became an American legend.  What was once a modest farm grew into a world-renowned resort, and is now overseen by Johannes, the youngest of the singing von Trapp children, and his family.

Church Street Marketplace

Downtown Burlington, Vermont’s award-winning open air mall is a hub of activity where you’ll find historical architecture, year-round festivals, street entertainers, music, over 100 places to shop and dine, and even quiet places to ponder. We invite you to find out about exclusive shopping, dining and events in downtown Burlington as well as to explore the area!

Spirit of Ethan Allen

During the scenic narrated tour, the ship heads north, towards Lone Rock Point. It loops around Juniper Island, goes past Rock Dunder and into Shelburne Bay. From there it heads back through the South End of Burlington.

Ben & Jerry’s

The 30 minute guided portion of the Factory Experience begins with a quick MOO-vie to learn about the company culture followed by a short walk to the glassed-in mezzanine overlooking the production room floor where your tour guide will explain how pints are made. To sweeten the deal you’ll also receive a sample of one of the chunks*. The tour ends in the Flavor Room with a tasting of one of their euphoric flavors* and a cow joke, or two!  *nondairy, vegan options available.

Best Western Plus – Waterbury/Stowe

Best of Boston, MA - July 19 - 21, 2024 (Fri-Sun)

Best of boston july 19 (fri) – 21 (sun), 2024 3 day tour, meals included: 2 breakfasts.

Arrive Boston, MA

Guided Tour at Samuel Adams Brewery

Check into hotel – Two (2) Nights – Embassy Suites Boston/Waltham

Dinner and evening on own at hotel

Depart hotel for Full Day of Touring with Guide – Boston, Cambridge, Lexington & Concord

Lunch & time on own at Faneuil Hall/Quincy Market

Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum

Continue touring to North End & walk past Old North Church

Dinner & evening on own in Boston

Guided Tour of Fenway Park

Depart Boston, MA

Approximate arrival in Lehigh Valley at 8:00pm

Samuel Adams Brewery

Join us at the Samuel Adams Boston Brewery for a Private Experience.  This includes a guided tour of the brewhouse, where you’ll learn all about the brewing processes, ingredients, and history. Followed by a guided tasting of 3 different samples of beer, one of which is an exclusive research and development style.

At the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum, you can be a part of the famous event that forever changed the course of American history through a multi-sensory experience that includes live actors, interactive exhibits, and full-scale replica 18th-century sailing vessels!

Fenway Park

“America’s Most Beloved Ballpark” is uniquely nestled in the city of Boston.  Fenway Park is a place where dreams are made, traditions are celebrated and baseball is forever.  See the home of Red Sox Legends, Williams, Yaz, Fisk, and Rice.  Visit Pesky’s Pole and sit atop the world-famous Green Monster, which stands 37 feet 2 inches high overlooking leftfield.

Faneuil Hall / Quincy Market

Embassy Suites – Boston/Waltham

Buffalo, NY 'All Wright All Day' - July 24 - 26, 2024 (Wed - Fri)

“all wright all day” buffalo, ny july 24 (wed) – 26 (fri), 2024 3 day tour.

There is stair-climbing, considerable walking, and standing involved on this tour. There are parts on this tour that are not wheelchair accessible.

Lunch on own in Batavia, NY

Arrive Buffalo, NY

Blue Sky Mausoleum in Forest Lawn Cemetery guided tour

Check into hotel – Two (2) Nights – Hampton Inn – Buffalo-Airport Galleria Mall

Dinner included at Pearl Street Grill & Brewery

Frank Lloyd Wright’s Martin House Tour

Boxed lunch included at the Martin House

Guided tour of Graycliff

Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino

Check out of hotel and depart for Corning, NY

Corning Museum of Glass – lunch on own

Blue Sky Mausoleum in Forest Lawn Cemetery

Frank Lloyd Wright designed Blue Sky Mausoleum at the request of Darwin D. Martin, secretary of the Larkin Soap Company.  Frank Lloyd Wright “broke the box” of memorial architecture tradition. His design fully manifests his principle of “organic” architecture. The structure is integrated into the landscape, and its granite echoes the stone of nearby monuments. The blue sky is its ceiling, and living greens gently suggest its walls. The edifice overlooks a peaceful pond.  In this serene setting, visitors feel the eternal connections between earth and sky, and lives present and past. Soon after the mausoleum’s plans were presented, however, Martin lost his fortune and the project was tabled.

The project languished until the 1990s when Fred Whaley, Jr., president of Forest Lawn, discovered that a Wright memorial had once been designed for the cemetery. He then spearheaded the effort to raise public support and funds to develop the monument. Blue Sky Mausoleum was finally opened in October 2004. The design for the mausoleum has been forever retired, making this beautiful structure truly one of a kind.

Frank Lloyd Wright’s Martin House

Buffalo had never seen the likes of what Wright had in store for the Martin family. Set among a neighborhood of wood-frame Victorian houses, the six-building Martin House Complex featured sleek horizontal lines and a lack of ornamentation that distinguished it from the surrounding homes. It was also enormous.  Consisting of the Martin House and the Barton House (built for Martin’s sister and her husband), as well as a conservatory, carriage house, gardeners cottage and 100-foot-long pergola, the complex occupied more than 30,000 square feet on a one-and-a half- acre lot.  The site ranks as one of Wright’s finest residential projects – a place where architecture, the surrounding landscape, and an extensive collection of art glass and furnishings come together to form a complete work of genius.

Perched on a cliff high above Lake Erie on the outskirts of Buffalo, NY, Graycliff is one of the most ambitious summer estates Wright ever designed, and has been aptly called “the Jewel on the Lake.” Built in 1927, the summer estate, spread over 8.5 acres, includes three structures and gardens of the architect’s design. The main residence is most notable for its pavilion-like center of transparent glass, which enables one to see through the house to the lake beyond. The building’s graceful organic style also features cantilevered balconies, ribbon windows and expansive terraces.

Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino $5 Food Credit & $15 Free Slot Play (per person)

Passengers must be 21 years of age and over to qualify for any incentive and provide a valid government issued photo ID. Casino bonuses are subject to change at any time. All Casino incentive offers are loaded to guests Seneca Social Club cards upon arrival.

Hampton Inn – Buffalo-Airport Galleria Mall

Rocky Coast of Maine & Maine Lobster Festival - July 29 - August 2, 2024 (Mon - Fri)

Rocky coast of maine & maine lobster festival july 29 (mon) – august 2 (fri), 2024 5 day tour, meals included: 4 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners.

Fast food lunch stop on own

New Hampshire Liquor & Wine Outlet

Arrive Portland, ME

Check into hotel One (1) Night – Best Western Merry Manor

Dinner included

Guided tour of Portland

Lunch and time on own in Freeport, ME – LL Bean Store

Arrive Ellsworth, ME

Check into hotel Two (2) Nights – Ramada by Wyndham Ellsworth

Dinner included at Bar Harbor Lobster Bakes

Arrive Bar Harbor

2-Hour Cruise of Frenchman Bay

Lunch included at Atlantic Oceanside – Cadillac Café

Guided Driving Tour of Acadia National Park

Dinner on own in Bar Harbor

Maine Lobster Festival – lunch on own

Depart to Boothbay Harbor, ME

1 ¼ Hour Harbor Cruise & Lobster Trap Haul

Check into hotel One (1) Night – Best Western Merry Manor

Photo stop at Cape Neddick “Nubble Light”

With 67 locations across the state, New Hampshire Liquor and Wine Outlet has the best selections on wine & spirits, tax free.  The selection of spirits in these enormous, well-stocked outlets is impressive and adds to the allure of the relative cheapness of tax-free booze. Local spirits from all over the New England area are on the NHLC shelves in force: Boston Harbor Maple Cream, made in Boston; Sea Hagg Rum, made in North Hampton, New Hampshire; a 100-percent corn bourbon from Smoky Quartz Distillery, another New Hampshire producer—to name just a few.

Our local guide will board the coach and give a narrated tour of Portland – Maine’s largest city-by-the-sea. You’ll see views of Longfellow’s boyhood home, sea captain houses and the elegant Mansions as you drive through historic neighborhoods overlooking the islands of Casco Bay in Portland Harbor. The tour includes a stop at Portland Head Light. This historic landmark is the most photographed lighthouse in America, set in Fort Williams Park with crashing surf, a beach, and an old fort.

Freeport, ME – LL Bean Store

Experience why Freeport is New England’s favorite shopping destination.  Located on the shores of Casco Bay, Freeport is world-famous for hundreds of brand-name outlets and local boutiques housed in charming brick buildings, some dating back as far as the 18th century.  Rich in history, nature and the arts, you’ll come to shop and stay to play.

Cruise of Frenchman Bay

Enjoy the coastal Maine scenery as you cruise past waterfront mansions and Acadian National Park on this 2-hour cruise of Frenchman Bay.  A naturalist on board will narrate the cruise as you search for local wildlife including seals, harbor porpoises, osprey & eagles.

Tour along Park Loop Road and see: Sand Beach and Thunder Hole – where the waves crashing against the hollow rocks sounds like thunderclaps, Otter Cliff for wonderful views, continuing to the summit of Cadillac Mountain – the highest of Mount Desert’s seventeen peaks – for spectacular views of the surrounding mountains, and the bays and islands beyond.

Maine Lobster Festival

You’ll attend the 77 th Annual Maine Lobster Festival along the Rockland harborfront where lobster is king!  Feasting and festivities include music and entertainment and of course – feasting on hot Maine lobster and other Maine delicacies such as blueberry pie, fried clams, shrimp cocktail, steamed mussels!  At years past festivals, nearly 8 tons of lobster was prepared in the world’s largest lobster cooker – plus many other seafood and non-seafood items for lunch on your own today. Rockland is the entry point to Penobscot Bay, perhaps the most scenic body of water on the eastern seaboard. There is a wonderful boardwalk surrounding the park so you can sit back and enjoy the festivities and ocean breezes!  Or explore Rockland’s Main Street with art galleries and shops just steps from the gate.

Boothbay Harbor Cruise & Lobster Trap Haul

Cap’n Fish originated this trip over 50 years ago to give the region’s visitors an idea of how those delicious lobsters you enjoy at your favorite restaurant are caught, how the traps are hauled and a little background of Maine’s famous lobster industry. Enjoy the seals basking on the rocks. Pass by two major lighthouses, Burnt Island Light and Ram Island Lighthouse. This Boothbay Harbor lobster tour is educational and fun for everyone.

Cape Neddick “Nubble Light”

Built in 1879, Cape Neddick is the southernmost of Maine’s many lights. It is also known as Nubble Light, referring to the barren and rocky ledge (the Nubble) on which it sits.

Best Western Merry Manor

Ramada by Wyndham Ellsworth

Ocean City, Maryland - August 19 - 23, 2024 (Mon- Fri)

Ocean city, md august 19 (mon) – 23 (fri), 2024 5 day tour, no meals included.

Arrive Ocean City, MD

Check into hotel – Four (4) Nights – Howard Johnson Oceanfront Plaza

Day 2 – 4                    Tuesday – Thursday

Time on own

Breakfast and morning on own

Check out of hotel  and depart Ocean City, MD

Approximate arrival in Lehigh Valley at 6:00pm

Ocean City, Maryland Visitor’s Bureau Website

*Limited Oceanfront rooms available. It is recommended to book early, the rooms sell out quickly.

Howard Johnson Oceanfront Plaza

New Hampshire Rail & Sail - August 27 - 30, 2024 (Tue - Fri)

New hampshire rail & sail august 27 (tue) – 30 (fri), 2024 4 day tour, meals included: 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners.

Lunch on own – Holyoke, MA

Arrive Plymouth, NH

Check into hotel – Three (3) Nights – Fairfield Inn & Suites

Dinner at The Common Man

Day 2                    Wednesday

Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad

Mt. Washington Cruise to Wolfeboro – buffet lunch included

Time on own in Wolfeboro, NH

Wright Museum of World War II

Dinner included at Hart’s Turkey Farm Restaurant

Day 3                    Thursday

Mount Washington Cog Railroad

Lunch included at Omni Mount Washington with self-guided historic tour

Faddens General Store

Dinner and time on own in Woodstock, NH

Squam Lakes Natural Science Center – Squam Lake Cruise

The Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad Train travels from Meredith, NH along Meredith Bay.  It is a downhill ride most of the way from Meredith to Weirs Beach.  You will pass through an area with an unobstructed view of the lake with Mt Belknap in the background.  Now you are on a level with the lake and shortly will arrive at Weirs Beach, home of the MV MT Washington.

Mt. Washington Cruise

A wonderful cruise on Lake Winnipesaukee which is an Indian term meaning Beautiful Water in a High Place .  Relax and enjoy this 72 square mile lake, the largest in New Hampshire.  Fabulous sights with three mountain ranges surrounding the lake and 365 islands it is sure to be breathtaking.

Wolfeboro, NH

Nestled on the eastern shore of Lake Winnipesaukee and surrounded by the pristine beauty of forests and mountains, Wolfeboro is a quintessential New England community with a rich heritage.

Distinguished as “The Oldest Summer Resort in America,” Wolfeboro has grown to become a

four-season vacation destination as well as a cherished home for full-time residents.  Here you’ll find a myriad of shops, art galleries and museums, as well as a tempting array of restaurants, bed and breakfasts and inns.

Located in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire, the Wright Museum is a non-profit educational institution dedicated to recognizing and honoring the contributions and enduring legacy of WWII-era Americans.

Experience a sense of adventure and history on the Cog Railway’s 3-hour round-trip to the top of Mount Washington. This scenic train ride allows visitors to take in the spectacular panoramic view, spanning the White Mountains of New Hampshire and all of the Northeastern United States.

Learn how maple syrup was made in the past & how sap harvested today from their own sugar orchard containing thousands of maple trees is transformed into one of the world’s sweetest & most sought-after delicacies.

Squam Lakes Natural Science Center

New Hampshire is famous for its picturesque lakes and mountains, and Squam Lake is a gem among many. See its amazingly clear water, rocky shores, celebrated islands, historic homes, scenic mountain views, and remarkable wildlife.

Fairfield Inn & Suites – Plymouth, NH

Lake Placid, NY - 'Go For the Gold' - September 4 - 6, 2024 (Wed - Fri)

Lake placid, ny “go for the gold” september 4 (wed) – 6 (fri), 2024 3 day tour.

Arrive Clifton Park, NY – lunch on own

High Falls Gorge

Arrive Lake Placid, NY

Check into hotel – Two (2) Nights – Grand Adirondack Hotel

Breakfast on own

Guided tour of Lake Placid Olympic Venues

Admission to Whiteface Mountain Memorial Highway

Mount Van Hoevenberg Lodge Tour

Lunch included at the Mountain

Olympic Jumping Complex – Ride & Elevator

Olympic Museum

Dinner & evening on o

Day 3                     Friday

Depart for Lake George, NY

Lake George Steamboat Company aboard the Mohican

One Hour Sightseeing Cruise – boxed lunch included

Time on own in the Village of Lake George

Approximate arrival in Lehigh Valley at 7:30pm

High Falls Gorge is a 22-acre, privately owned nature park. The park provides a safe trail access for all ages to an otherwise inaccessible area. In the shadow of Whiteface Mountain, you can take a nature walk to view the famous AuSable River. Sturdy bridges, walkways, and groomed walking trails provide safe access to breathtaking views and scenic, photographic vantage points. View four-splendid waterfalls cascading over rocks into a deep crevice carved a billion years ago.

Lake Placid Olympic Venues

In Lake Placid, the Olympic flame burns 365 days a year, fanning the dreams of generations of local athletes who have come to train and compete on the world stage. As the “Winter Sports Capital of the World,” there’s no better place to experience a destination where some of winter sports history’s most legendary moments occurred.

Whiteface Mountain Memorial Highway

How many other roads do you know that lead you directly to the summit of a 4,867’mountain, with gorgeous views spanning hundreds of miles of wildland reaching as far as Vermont and Canada? Nowhere else is the beauty and vastness of the Adirondack Park so apparent and so easily accessible. The paved road rises over 2,300 feet in five miles from the Toll House.

At the summit, there are a few things you don’t often find atop a peak: a castle built from native stone, a restaurant and gift shop, an elevator carved deep inside the mountain top itself, and a truly spectacular 360-degree, panoramic view of unparalleled beauty. A visit to the Adirondacks is not complete without a drive to the top!

The Skyride starts on a state-of-the-art eight-passenger pulse gondola with a bird’s eye view of the landing hill as it transports you up to the base of the ski jumping towers for a breathtaking perspective. Then ascend to the top of the 128 meter ski jump in our glass-enclosed elevator at the top, the Sky Deck boasts panoramic views of Lake Placid and the surrounding Adirondack Mountains. Back at the inrun, get up close to the HS 100 and 128 meter ski jumps take off from our coach’s deck and see the transition from frost rail to flight.

As a 2x Winter Olympic Host City, Lake Placid is the home to North America’s second-largest Winter Olympic artifact collection. Come explore the new interactive exhibits and discover the Olympic spirit while learning about remarkable athletes who changed the world of sports.

Lake George Steamboat Company

Cruises aboard the Motor Vessel Mohican take you on a tour of Lake George’s Southern Basin. Imagine the way people traveled the lake over 100 years ago! Step back in time.   Enjoy beautiful views of the Adirondack Mountains and see stately homes along the water’s edge.

Grand Adirondack Hotel

Atlantic Maritimes - New Brunswick, PEI & Nova Scotia - September 9 - 16, 2024 (Mon - Mon) - Passport Required

Atlantic maritimes new brunswick, prince edward island, & halifax september 9 (mon) – 16 (mon), 2024 8 day tour a valid passport is required for this tour, meals included: 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 4 dinners (including a lobster dinner).

Depart and travel across the Canadian border (valid passport required)

Make a few stops on the Fundy Trail en route to Saint John, NB

Enjoy a tour of the Loyalist City with a stop at Reversing Falls Skywalk

Check into hotel One (1) Night – The Hilton Saint John

Day 3                  Wednesday

Travel to Hopewell Rocks on the Bay of Fundy

Travel over the Confederation Bridge to Prince Edward Island

Arrive Charlottetown for a city tour

Check into hotel Two (2) Nights – Rodd Charlottetown

Prince Edward Island Lobster Dinner included

Day 4                  Thursday

Village Musical Acadien – lunch included

Bottle Houses

Dinner & evening on own in Charlottetown

Day 5                  Friday

Prince Edward Island National Park

Green Gables Heritage Place

Travel by ferry over the Northumberland Straight to Nova Scotia

Arrive Halifax

Check into hotel One (1) Night – The Hampton Inn Halifax Downtown

Dinner included at Peggy’s Cove

Day 6                  Saturday

Breakfast included 

City tour of Halifax

Travel from Halifax to Saint John

Check into hotel One (1) Night – Hilton Saint John

Dinner on own

Day 7                  Sunday

Whale Watch Cruise

Lunch on own 

Travel across border to Portland, ME

Day 8                  Monday

Whale Watching Boat Tour

Departing from historic St. Andrews by-the-Sea, New Brunswick, Canada this Bay of Fundy whale and wildlife cruises provides the opportunity to experience whales and so much more!

Come cruise the Fundy Isles and experience her  rugged seascapes, abundant lighthouses, and powerful tides . Observe  whales, seals, porpoise, bald eagles, and a variety of seabirds  from the decks of the spacious modern power catamaran. Get up close and personal with a variety of undersea life with the onboard touch tank.

Saint John, NB

Saint John, New Brunswick, is the only city on the shore of the Bay of Fundy, home to the world’s highest tides. Canada’s oldest incorporated city, Saint John is a popular tourist destination known for its historic uptown streetscapes, cultural attractions and natural wonders.

Hopewell Rocks

Experience a true natural wonder this morning at the Hopewell Rocks on the coast of the Bay of Fundy.  Marvel at these massive flower-pot shaped formations sculpted by the highest tides on the planet.

Charlottetown, PEI

Due to its small size, virtually all of Prince Edward Island is developed and inhabited, with about a quarter of all residents living in the capital city of Charlottetown and the rest scattered about in small villages across the island. Sprawling green plains, red sandstone cliffs, deciduous forests, and old-fashioned clapboard houses have helped turn the province into a tourist mecca for those seeking quaint Atlantic charm — which has, in turn, helped keep the provincial economy afloat.

Village Musical Acadien

Experience Acadien culture featuring music and a delicious lunch.

The Bottle Houses village contains a six-gabled house, tavern, chapel and gift shop radiating a symphony of sunlight-powered colours in a tranquil garden setting with a delightful goldfish pond and fountain. Enjoy the surrounding gardens and the serene music of the water fountain. Talk with the friendly staff. Find a treasure to bring back with you from the highly acclaimed gift shop. And do not forget to bring your camera!

Tour the scenic North Shore of the island.  Drive by red cliffs, white beaches, gently sloping sand dunes and green fields of Prince Edward Island National Park.

A straw hat, red-haired braids and a pinafore define Canada’s most loved fictional character, Anne of Green Gables. Meet the head-strong orphan and re-live her youthful escapades and mishaps within the memory-filled rooms of her home – Green Gables – where images from the blockbuster 1908 novel blend with the real life experiences of local author Lucy Maud Montgomery, who drew inspiration from the idyllic farmstead and its red woodland pathways.

Hilton Saint John

Rodd Charlottetown

Hampton Inn Halifax Downtown

Thousand Islands, New York - September 20 - 22, 2024 (Fri - Sun)

Thousand islands – new york september 20 (fri) – 22 (sun), 2024 3 day tour.

Arrive Sackets Harbor, NY

The Sackets Harbor Experience Tour

Arrive Alexandria Bay, NY

Check into hotel – Two (2) Nights – Riveredge Resort

Dinner included at the hotel

Day 2                     Saturday

Tasting at Thousand Islands Winery

Two Nation Tour aboard Uncle Sam’s Boat Tours – buffet lunch included

Self-Guided tour of Boldt Castle

Dinner and time on own in downtown Alexandria Bay

Arrive Clayton, NY

Rock Island Lighthouse Tour

Lunch and time on own in Clayton, NY

Depart Clayton, NY

Overlooking sparkling Lake Ontario, Sackets Harbor is sheltered on Black River Bay.  The village is a designated New York State Heritage Area with historic sites and attractions. Tree-lined streets and sidewalk gardens offer colorful contrasts to historic architecture and War of 1812 Battlefield. A costumed guide will come aboard the coach and include the Visitor’s Center, a driving tour, Sackets Harbor Battlefield State Historic site with a tour of the Navy commander’s home reflecting life in 1860, and the United Presbyterian Church showcasing Tiffany windows and an impressive pipe organ.

Thousand Islands Winery

Thousand Islands Winery ® is the largest farm winery in Northern New York State and is located along the majestic St. Lawrence River on a historic forty acre farmstead established in 1836.  The primary grape varieties being planted in the Thousand Islands Region include Frontenac, Frontenac Gris, Marquette, and La Crescent which were developed by the University of Minnesota. The development of these cold-hardy grapes is the very reason we now enjoy the benefits of the ever-expanding Northern New York wine region.

Two Nation Tour aboard Uncle Sam’s Boat Tours

This international tour will take you on a 22 mile round-trip through American and Canadian waters – what is considered the ‘heart’ of the 1000 Islands.  This trip will give you the best overall view of this truly unique geographical area shared by two nations.   Tour guides will provide a lively narrative as you cruise through the narrow channels, over historic sunken wrecks, by magnificent summer homes of the rich and famous and provide you with local historical facts and folk lore as well as information about the area’s geology, environment and native wildlife.  As you cruise on the emerald green waters of the mighty St. Lawrence River you will see international ships from all over the world either heading upriver to ports ringing the Great Lakes or heading downriver to the ocean and ports in distant lands. Your tour guide will even point out the exact location of the international boundary line between the U.S. and Canada so be ready to look!

Boldt Castle

This 120-room Rhineland-style castle was built at the turn of the 20th century and is the 1000 Islands region’s top attraction.  Boldt Castle is home to one of the saddest love stories ever told.  Wander the halls and imagine what could have been if tragedy had not struck.  Boldt Castle is the story of one man’s devotion to his beloved wife and a dream that went unfulfilled.

Alexandria Bay, NY

Travel by boat to Rock Island and spend time visiting the island. Walk the island and see the building once used to store whale oil for burning in the lighthouse.  The tour is guided by historical and naturalist narrators with unique knowledge of the Thousand Islands. *Please note: the lighthouse, museum and gift shop will not be open during our visit.

Clayton, NY

Soon after it was settled in 1822, Clayton became a major shipbuilding and lumbering port.  Dozens of charming buildings from this magnificent era remain.  Clayton is home to some of the most unique museums in the 1000 Islands, including the renowned Antique Boat Museum , The Thousand Islands Museum , listed on the National Registry of Historic Places, and The Thousand Islands Arts Center .  For some local flavor, stop at one of Clayton’s fine restaurants for some St. Lawrence River cuisine.

Riveredge Resort

Pennsylvania Grand Canyon - September 25 - 26, 2024 (Wed - Thu)

Pennsylvania grand canyon wellsboro, pa september 25 (wed) – 26 (thu), 2024 2 day tour, meals included: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, 1 dinner.

Arrive Williamsport, PA

“Journey Through Time” Guided tour with local step on guide

Lunch on own in Williamsport

Hiawatha Paddlewheel Riverboat

Arrive Wellsboro, PA

Check into hotel – One (1) Night  – Penn Wells Lodge

Dinner included at Penn Wells Hotel

Covered Wagon Ride into PA Grand Canyon’s Upper Gorge

Lunch included – “Cowboy Cookout”

Visit the PA Grand Canyon Overlook & Visitor Center

Depart Wellsboro

Approximate arrival in Lehigh Valley at 7:00pm

Hiawatha Paddlewheel Riverboat Cruise

All aboard the Hiawatha Riverboat in Williamsport for a narrated Susquehanna River Cruise.  Learn about the river’s role in making Williamsport the lumber capital of the world in the mid-1800s when logs from the north were corralled with underwater booms, about jamcrackers that risked their lives to keep the lumber flowing downriver, and about a conductor on the Underground Railroad that used the river to help slaves from the south flee north.

Ole Covered Wagon Tours

Take a tour through the wondrous Pennsylvania Grand Canyon on a horse-drawn covered wagon. The tour guides are fluent in the history of the Canyon going back to the 19th century. They will tell the tale while the horses wind their way on the Pine Creek Rail Trail. Take a jump into history while enjoying everything the canyon has to offer.

PA Grand Canyon Overlook & Visitor Center

On the east rim of the canyon, the 585-acre Leonard Harrison State Park has the most famous scenic views of the canyon.  The “Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania” begins just south of Ansonia, along US 6 and continues south for about 47 miles. At its deepest point, Pine Creek Gorge is 1,450 feet deep and nearly one mile wide. At Leonard Harrison State Park, the depth of the canyon is about 800 feet. This area received national acclaim in 1968 when a 12-mile section of Pine Creek Gorge was designated as a National Natural Landmark by the National Park Service.

Penn Wells Lodge

Niagara Falls, NY & Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino - September 29 - October 1, 2024 (Sun - Tue)

Niagara falls, ny seneca niagara resort & casino september 29 (sun) – october 1 (tue), 2024 3 day tour, meals included: $40 in food credits at casino, 1 lunch.

Arrive Batavia, NY – lunch on own

Arrive Lewiston, NY

New York Power Authority / Niagara Power Vista

Arrive Niagara Falls, NY

Check into hotel – Two (2) Nights – Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino

Dinner & evening on own

Day 2                     Monday

Breakfast on own (food credit)

Admission to: Maid of the Mist, Cave of the Winds & Trolley

Afternoon and lunch on own

Check out of hotel and depart for North Tonawanda, NY

Platter’s Chocolate Factory Tour

Spring Lake Winery – tasting, tour and lunch included

See the geology of Niagara; the argument between two electricity titans; the chance to design your own dam; to operate a power grid during a storm; and to walk through a turbine.  A high-tech virtual ride that takes you plummeting from the sky and into the Niagara River; shooting through the penstocks and swirling around a spinning turbine; then zipping at high speeds along high-tension power lines across the landscapes of New York State.  The experience at the Niagara Power Vista Center is on the don’t-miss list for the Niagara area.

Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino

The time of your life happens here, at the Niagara Falls casino that redefines excitement. Once you’ve had your fill of the region’s spectacular attractions, it’s time to put your luck to the test in this world-class casino. Seneca Niagara offers endless ways to win with the most sought after slot, table, keno, and poker games in New York.  Feel the anticipation, experience the thrill, and claim your fortune at Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino.

Casino Bonus*: $100 Free Slot Play & $40 Dining Dollars 

* Passengers must be 21 years of age and over to qualify for any incentive and provide a valid government issued photo ID. Casino bonuses are subject to change at any time.  All Casino incentive offers are loaded to guests Seneca Social Club cards upon arrival.

Maid of the Mist

This world famous scenic boat tour of the American and Horseshoe Falls is a spectacular half-hour ride but the memory lasts a lifetime.  Access the tour via the Observation Tower elevator at Prospect Point in the State Park. (Waterproof rain poncho provided)

Cave of the Winds

Before descending into the Niagara Gorge for your breathtaking one-of-a-kind adventure, learn about the exciting history of Niagara Falls at the World Changed Here Pavilion.  Then, on the Cave of the Winds enjoy breathtaking one-of-a-kind views of the American and Bridal Veil Falls as you follow wooden walkways along the Niagara River to the Hurricane Deck.

** Cave of the Winds has phased out distribution of the famous Cave of the Winds sandals. Please bring footwear that can get wet.**

Niagara Scenic Trolley

The best way to see the Park! Stopping at several locations throughout the park, board and stay on for the entire 3 mile route or get on and off as you wish. A history of the park is provided by an on board tour guide.

Platter’s Chocolate

In 1938, Carl Platter decided to what friends and family said he did best, make chocolate. Not just any chocolate however, but the chocolate North Tonawanda has come to know and love “Orange Chocolate.” Carl then started Platter’s Chocolate part time in his basement. Hence the story begins.

With multiple viewing areas, you’re able to see just about all the processes, from whipping up a batch of sponge to watching how hollow novelties are made by hand, all while enjoying a coffee, hot chocolate, an ice cream sundae, and of course, CHOCOLATES!

Spring Lake Winery

An Italian family operated winery, specializing in three generations of the Varallo family recipes for both wine and food. Visit your hidden escape along the bank of the Niagara Escarpment. Visit the grounds of the Italian winery and Timber built Lodge which includes a vineyard, strolling park, nature trails and an eight-acre lake.

Seneca Niagara Casino & Resort

Great Estates of the Hudson Valley, NY - October 3 - 4, 2024 (Thu - Fri)

Great estates of the hudson valley new york october 3 (thu ) – 4 (fri), 2024 2 day tour, meals included: 1 breakfast, 1 dinner.

Day 1                  Thursday

Arrive Beacon, NY

White Glove Tour at Mount Gulian

Lunch on own in Fishkill, NY

House Tour at Locust Grove Estate

Check into hotel – One (1) Night – Double Tree by Hilton – Poughkeepsie

Dinner included at Shadows on the Hudson

Day 2                     Friday

Guided Tour at Staatsburgh State Historic Site

Lunch on own in the Village of Rhinebeck

Tour of Clermont State Historic Site

Depart Germantown, NY

Mount Gulian

Mount Gulian is a reconstructed 18th century Dutch homestead on 44 acres with a 1740’s Dutch barn and restored garden. Revolutionary War Headquarters of General von Steuben, birthplace of the Society of the Cincinnati. The staff, lovers of history, gladly relates stories about Verplanck husbands and wives, army generals, and James F. Brown, a fugitive slave.

Hear about Mount Gulian’s centuries-long history that shaped our nation, including its part in the Revolutionary War as Patriot General Von Steuben’s headquarters, the founding of the Society of the Cincinnati, our country’s oldest veterans’ organization, and the history of generations of Verplanck family members who lived here.  Then, hold history in your hands at a truly unique White Glove Tour. You will get to hold and examine artifacts representing 300 years of history. Everyone gets to put on white, cotton, curatorial gloves before handling artifacts and documents relating to the Verplanck Family, the American Revolution, the Civil War and much more.

Locust Grove Estate

The Locust Grove Estate was purchased by painter and inventor Samuel Morse in 1847, using his profits from the invention of the telegraph. With the help of architect Alexander Jackson Davis, Morse remodeled the house in the Tuscan style, adding a porte cochere, two wings, and a four-story tower. The Morses sold the property to William and Martha Young in 1901 and the Youngs filled the mansion’s 25 rooms with their collections of 18th and 19th century furniture, paintings, silver and porcelain. Conscious of the estate’s importance, the Young’s daughter opened the house to the public in 1979 with her family’s collections intact. The 200 acres of landscaped grounds are set on a sharp bluff overlooking the Hudson River and retain the large flower and kitchen gardens planted and designed by the Youngs. A visitor’s center houses exhibits of Morse’s paintings and telegraph equipment. Walkers can stroll on the carriage roads that wind through the estate grounds.

Staatsburgh State Historic Site

Staatsburgh State Historic Site is the elegant country home of Ogden Mills and his wife Ruth Livingston Mills. Overlooking the Hudson River and the Catskill Mountains, Staatsburgh is a fine example of a great estate built by America’s financial and industrial leaders during the Gilded Age (1876 – 1917). Also known as the American Renaissance, this period in American history was marked by America’s rapid economic growth and emergence as a world power. Darius Ogden Mills, father of Ogden Mills, established the family fortune by investing in banks, railroads and mines. Ogden Mills, like his father, was a noted financier and philanthropist. In 1882 he married Ruth Livingston, whose family had been prominent landowners in the Hudson Valley since the 17th century. In 1890, Ruth Livingston Mills inherited her childhood home and property which had once belonged to her great-grandfather, Morgan Lewis, the third governor of New York State.

Village of Rhinebeck

Rhinebeck is a charming, historic town nestled in New York’s scenic Hudson Valley. Tree-lined streets beckon with unique independent specialty shops offering apparel, home furnishings, books and gifts. The many fine and casual dining spots celebrate the Hudson Valley’s thriving locavore movement of boutique farms and orchards.

Clermont State Historic Site

Clermont State Historic Site was the country seat of the Livingston family. Originally a Georgian Mansion, over the years the house was added onto to give it its present appearance. Seven generations of Livingstons as well as dozens of enslaved people and paid servants lived at Clermont. The land surrounding the house was occupied by tenant farmers, beholden to the Livingston, the farms of small freeholders and mills. For the first few generations, Livingston owned ships full of paid sailors plied the river between Clermont, New York City and Albany. Over time, through land sales and the division of land through gifts and inheritance Clermont’s land shrunk until it was just the confines of the present historic site. With this contraction of land came a contraction of power and influence for the family.

Today Clermont is decorated as it appeared circa 1930 when it was home to Alice Delafield Clarkson Livingston, her daughters Honoria and Janet, and their staff of servants.

Designated a National Historic Landmark in 1973, Clermont is also an anchor of the Hudson River National Landmark District.

Double Tree by Hilton Poughkeepsie

Haunted Happenings in New England - October 11 - 13, 2024 (Fri - Sun)

Haunted happenings in new england october 11 (fri) – 13 (sun), 2024 3 day tour, meals included: 2 breakfasts, 1 dinner.

Tour Notes: Participants must be mobile to fully participate and experience this tour! The tour entails long days and lots of walking. October is Salem’s busiest time of year. Expect large crowds of people.

Lunch on own at Mystic Diner

Arrive Fall River, MA

Tour of the Lizzie Borden House

Roger Williams Zoo – Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular – buffet dinner included

Arrive Billerica, MA

Check into hotel – Two (2) Nights – Hampton Inn

Arrive Salem, MA to the site of “Haunted Happenings”

Salem Witch Museum

Guided walking orientation to Salem “the Witch City”

Live Performance of “Cry Innocent”

Lunch and afternoon on own to experience “Haunted Happenings”

Haunted Footsteps Ghost Tour

Guided Walking Tour of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery

Lunch on own in Tarrytown

Tour Lyndhurst Castle

Depart Tarrytown

Lizzie Borden House

The Lizzie Borden House is the site of one of the most famous crimes in American history!  In 1892, a wealthy businessman and his wife were brutally murdered, and their youngest daughter Lizzie is accused. Did she do it? Hear the details that shocked the nation, tour the rooms where the evidence was found, and you decide if Lizzie is guilty.

Roger Williams Zoo – Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular

After your meal you will be escorted to the park entrance for priority admission to the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular! You will be delighted & amazed by this breathtaking display of thousands of illuminated jack-o-lanterns lining the park’s trail.

Haunted Happenings

Salem’s connection to Halloween begins with the tragic events that unfolded during the Salem Witch Trials. The 19 innocent victims who lost their lives in 1692 were not witches, they were only so accused due to Puritan beliefs of the time. The Salem Witch Trials were later revived with Arthur Miller’s 1953 work, The Crucible, and again in 1992 during the tercentenary of the events and the unveiling of the Salem Witch Trials Memorial. By 1982, the City has planned the first Salem Haunted Happenings Festival during Halloween weekend. The festival was an effort to provide family-friendly events for guests who were interested in visiting the “Witch City.” Following the first festival’s success with about 50,000 guests in attendance, the annual event has continued to grow each season, drawing everyone from families, couples, history buffs, and Halloween enthusiasts from all over the world.

Today, members of the modern Pagan and Witch communities have a home in Salem, where Samhain is celebrated each October recognizing the end of the harvest season and the coming of winter. The City’s modern witches have the unique opportunity of being able to share their beliefs and celebrations with both locals and out of town guests who come to celebrate the Halloween season in Salem.

The Salem Witch Museum is a museum in Salem, MA about the Witch Trials of 1692. The museum is based on the actual documents of the trials.  A multi-sensory presentation including 13 life-sized stage settings that recreates the horrible and truthful events known as the Salem Witch Trials.

The audience is the jury at the trial of Bridget Bishop, accused of witchcraft.  Hear the testimony, ask the questions, and you decide the verdict – innocent or guilty?

The engaging and often ghostly guides creatively convey Salem’s authentic haunted history.

Walking Tour of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery

Trace the footsteps of Washington Irving’s most famous character Ichabod Crane in “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” as you walk to the author’s final resting place.

Lyndhurst Castle

One of America’s finest Gothic Revival Mansions, overlooking the Hudson River; your tour will have a Halloween twist – the lower rooms will be decorated with seasonal Halloween trimmings, including the grand Victorian dining room.  The second floor rooms will be viewed in their traditional splendor.

Hampton Inn – Bedford/Burlington, MA

Cape Cod & Plymouth, MA 'Pilgrims, President & Cranberry Bogs' - October 16 - 18, 2024 (Wed - Fri)

Pilgrims, president & cranberry bogs cape cod & plymouth, ma october 16 (wed) – 18 (fri), 2024 3 day tour.

Arrive Mystic, CT – lunch on own

Cranberry Bog Tour

Check into hotel – Two (2) Nights – Cape Codder Resort & Spa

Dinner on own – Main Street Hyannis

Arrive Sandwich, MA

Sandwich Glass Museum

Lunch and free time in Plymouth, MA

Plimoth Patuxet Museums

Mayflower II

Plimoth Grist Mill

Plimoth Patuxet Homesite

Dinner included at Tugboats in Hyannis

Self-guided tour of JFK Museum

Lunch and shopping on own on Main Street Hyannis

Fast Food stop on own

Approximate arrival in Lehigh Valley at 9:30pm

With more than 300 growers farming over 13,000 acres of bogs, cranberries are the number one food crop in Massachusetts.  Your guide will discuss the yearly cycle of cranberry growing, the methods of harvesting, and give you some insight on being a cranberry farmer. There will be plenty of time for questions and discussions throughout the tour.

The Sandwich Historical Society and its Glass Museum collects, preserves, and interprets the history of the Town of Sandwich, MA, the oldest town on Cape Cod. A large part of Sandwich history is involved with American glass production.  The Sandwich Glass Museum has “Relit the Fires in Sandwich” with a glass furnace for hourly glass making presentations and new exhibits to better tell the story of the glass industry in Sandwich.  Watch the glassblower turn and twist the hot glass into wonderful forms, and visions of those former days will not be so difficult to understand or imagine.

Plimoth Patuxet provides an engaging and experiential outdoor and indoor learning environment on its main campus and at the State Pier on Plymouth’s waterfront, and at the Plimoth Grist Mill on Town Brook. The permanent exhibits tell the complex and interwoven stories of two distinct cultures – English and Native. The main exhibits are enhanced with an exciting menu of special events, public programs, and workshops that offer a rich and diverse exploration of the 17th-century.

All Aboard  Mayflower II ! Along with national treasures such as the Statue of Liberty and the Lincoln Memorial,  Mayflower  is an iconic symbol of freedom. Of the hundreds of ships that made the transatlantic crossing in the 1600s, she is the ship we remember. Three hundred years later, on June 13, 1957, a full-scale reproduction arrived in Plymouth Harbor,  Mayflower II .

Today,  Mayflower II  is a floating classroom and working vessel. Following her restoration and return to Plymouth in 2020, she was added to the National Register of Historic Places, illuminating that she is a historic ship in her own right.

At this reproduction of the Plymouth Colonists’ original 1636 grain mill on Town Brook, take a fascinating look at the mill’s history and workings, from the 200-year-old millstones grinding corn to the ecology of the brook that has powered mills throughout the centuries.

Plimoth Grist Mill is a working mill and is proud to be part of a growing movement to localize grain production and rebuild regional grain economies.

Located on the Eel River, the Historic Patuxet Homesite is where guests learn about the Native peoples who have lived here for over 12,000 years.  You will learn about the Indigenous heritage of the Northeast from contemporary interpreters who discuss the 17th-century life-ways of a culture that continues to thrive today

JFK Museum – Hyannis

Visit the John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum to learn about the legacy of President Kennedy and his deep connection to Cape Cod where he enjoyed special days with family and friends. The Cape was the one place he could relax and feel at home, even while bearing the weight of the world. Learn why Hyannis Port was considered the “heart and home” of the Kennedys then and now. Step into the unforgettable Summer White House days of the 1960s when a beloved President and his family brought joy and hope to the nation.

Cape Codder Resort & Spa

Elkins, West Virginia - 'Music & Rails' - October 25 - 27, 2024 (Fri - Sun)

Elkins, west virginia music & rails october 25 (fri) – 27 (sun), 2024 3 day tour, meals included: 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners.

Arrive Elkins, WV

Check into hotel – Two (2) Nights – Holiday Inn Express

Dinner Show at Gandy Dancer Theater

West Virginia Railroad Museum

New Tygart Flyer- lunch included

Beverly Heritage Center

Dinner included locally with Blue Grass Band

Depart Elkins for Stoystown, PA

Flight 93 National Memorial

Gandy Dancer Theater

Enjoy the fine musicianship and performance quality of this Branson-style variety show featuring impersonations, good-time comedy interludes, and just pure fun for all ages! No matter how old you are, the “Gandy Dancers” bring you out of your seat with their charming, high energy performances!

The purpose of the West Virginia Railroad Museum, Inc. is to be a cultural resource dedicated to educating visitors and the community about West Virginia’s railroad history. This mission will be accomplished through the collection, preservation and interpretation of significant locomotives, rolling stock, artifacts, photographs and memorabilia directly related to railroads and railroading in West Virginia. In addition to static exhibits, select pieces of equipment in the collection are restored and operated throughout the year to demonstrate steam, gasoline, and diesel technology and provide visitors with a first-hand experience of our railroad history through the sights, sounds, and sensations of a train ride.

New Tygart Flyer

This wilderness excursion features mountain grades, an “S” curve tunnel, a high bridge and miles of unspoiled mountain views. This vintage diesel-powered locomotive climbs along the cascading Shavers Fork of the Cheat River to the High Falls of Cheat, an 18′ high, 150′ wide waterfall located in one of the most remote and pristine settings in the region.  Enjoy the view relaxing aboard the comfortable climate controlled passenger coaches.

The Beverly Heritage Center is the premier history tourism destination in Randolph County, West Virginia. With four significant buildings meticulously restored and merged into one state-of-the-art museum facility, the Beverly Heritage Center will feature important local themes with universal appeal. Professional quality exhibits and compelling stories will delight visitors of all ages. Guests will explore our heritage, the local economy, and leave with a new of stewardship for historic places

A common field one day.  A field of honor forever.  On Tuesday morning, September 11, 2001, the U.S. came under attack when four commercial airliners were hijacked and used to strike targets on the ground. Nearly 3,000 people tragically lost their lives.  The Flight 93 National Memorial, administered by the National Park Service, serves as a permanent memorial to the 40 heroes on United Flight 93 who courageously gave their lives thwarting a planned attack on the nation’s capital on September 11, 2001.

Holiday Inn Express – Elkins

Williamsburg, VA - 'America's Historic Triangle' - November 14 - 16, 2024 (Thu-Sat)

America’s historic triangle williamsburg, va november 14 (thu) – 16 (sat), 2024 3 day tour.

Arrive Williamsburg, VA

Self-Guided tour of Jamestown Settlement

Check into hotel – Two (2) Nights – Embassy Suites Hotel – Williamsburg

Dinner and evening on own at Merchants Square

Guided Tour of Colonial Williamsburg

Lunch and afternoon on own to explore Williamsburg – All day pass included

Busch Gardens with Christmas Town Admission – Dinner voucher included

Day 3                    Saturday

Guided Sampler tour of American Revolution Museum at Yorktown and time to explore on own

Lunch and time on own at Riverwalk Landing

Approximate arrival in Lehigh Valley at 9:15pm 

Jamestown Settlement

Near the site of the original colony, Jamestown Settlement tells the story of 17th-century Virginia, from the arrival of English colonists in Jamestown in 1607 to the cultural encounters and events that planted the seeds of a new nation. The world of Jamestown, America’s first permanent English colony comes to life through film, gallery exhibits and outdoor living history.

Merchants Square

Located adjacent to Colonial Williamsburg’s Historic Area in the heart of downtown Williamsburg, Merchants Square is an 18th century style retail village with over 40 shops and restaurants. Visitors and local residents alike regularly experience the Square’s unique shopping, dining and special events in a setting of unrivaled beauty.

Colonial Williamsburg

Much more than just buildings, museums and artifacts, the Historic Area is a living community — and a visitor’s delight. Here, merchants sell their goods, tradesmen practice their crafts and brave patriots whisper plans for revolution. Located on 301 acres, Colonial Williamsburg’s Historic Area is an outdoor living museum with more than 88 original and reconstructed buildings including homes, stores, taverns and the Great Hopes Plantation. Set in the backdrop of lush gardens and greenery, craftsmen practice 30 historic and domestic trades while interpreters and character actors bring to life the heroes and everyday people of this colonial era. Other highlights in the Historic Area include the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum; Bassett Hall, the Williamsburg home of John D. Rockefeller Jr.; the Governor’s Palace; and the DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum.

Busch Gardens and Christmas Town

Busch Gardens® Williamsburg is an action-packed European-themed adventure park with 17th-century charm and 21st-century technology, boasting more than 130 acres of family fun. Home to top-rated roller coasters, including the all-new Pantheon®, the world’s fastest multi-launch coaster, more than 50 rides and attractions, live stage shows, and delicious culinary experiences. Busch Gardens has been voted the “World’s Most Beautiful Amusement Park” every year since 1990.

Christmas Town Celebrate the holidays with millions of twinkling lights, festive shows, and holiday-inspired culinary delights.

American Revolution Museum at Yorktown

The American Revolution Museum at Yorktown tells the story of the nation’s founding, from the twilight of the colonial period to the dawn of the Constitution and beyond. Exciting indoor galleries feature period artifacts, immersive environments, interactive exhibits and films, including “The Siege of Yorktown,” with a 180-degree surround screen and dramatic special effects.  Outdoors, enlist in Continental Army in a re-created encampment to learn about the life of a soldier and take in daily demonstrations on medical treatment, camp life and cooking, and see firings of musket and artillery. Explore a Revolution-era farm, based on a real-life 18th-century family, to help with chores in the house, kitchen, tobacco barn, gardens and crops.

Riverwalk Landing

Nestled beside the York River sits one of Virginia’s best-kept secrets. Yorktown, known for its history–but you will also find amazing food, specialty shops, and romantic sails! When you visit Riverwalk Landing ,  you can browse locally owned stores and culinary temptations. Several one-of-a-kind eateries offer vast menus of fresh seafood, artisan pizzas, gourmet burgers, and even sushi. In the specialty shops, you will find unique gifts including local art, jewelry, and home decor. 

Embassy Suites Williamsburg

A Gilded Age Christmas - Newport, RI - December 5 - 7, 2024 (Thu-Sat)

A gilded age christmas: newport, ri december 5 (thu) – 7 (sat), 2024 3 day tour.

Arrive Tarrytown, NY

Holiday Classic Mansion Tour at Lyndhurst Mansion

Check into hotel – Two (2) Nights – Wyndham Newport Hotel

Dinner included at LaForge Casino Restaurant

Guided tour of Newport

Time and lunch on own in Newport

Self-guided tour of Marble House

Dinner included at the hotel – Johnny’s Restaurant

Sparkling Lights at the Breakers

Self-guided tour of The Elms

Lunch and time on own at Olde Mistik Village

See Lyndhurst mansion transformed into an extravagant wonderland of holiday splendor. Described as one of the “Ten Best Historic Holiday Tours” by USA Today, Lyndhurst goes all-out during the holiday season, filling the mansion with elaborate tableaus of décor, which change every year. Dozens of Christmas trees are expertly decorated and designed to complement the elegant period furnishings within the rooms of the house. During this month only, our curators bring out rarely-seen items that belonged to Lyndhurst’s former owners. This is a once-a-year opportunity to see many of the glittering possessions that are usually tucked away in our archives.

Guided Tour of Newport

Holidays at the Newport Mansions

Surround yourself with the magic of the Newport Mansions during the holiday season! See The Breakers, Marble House and The Elms in all their festive finery – a beloved Newport tradition.

These great Gilded Age houses will welcome visitors with spectacular holiday displays. Nearly 30 Christmas trees are exquisitely decorated to complement the décor and theme of each room, like Mr. Vanderbilt’s tree in The Breakers, ornamented with trains and top hats! Hundreds of poinsettias, garlands, wreaths and fresh floral arrangements add color, warmth and life. As always, the 15-foot-tall poinsettia tree in the Great Hall of The Breakers – made up of 150 poinsettia plants – provides a perfect holiday photo opportunity.

Marble House

William Vanderbilt built Marble House as a 39th birthday present for his wife Alva Vanderbilt. It was a social and architectural landmark that set the pace for Newport’s subsequent transformation from a quiet summer colony of wooden houses to the legendary resort of opulent Gilded Age mansions. The house was designed by the architect Richard Morris Hunt, inspired by the Petit Trianon at Versailles. The cost of the house was reported in contemporary press accounts to be $11 million, of which $7 million was spent on 500,000 cubic feet of marble.

Sparkling Lights at The Breakers brings the magic of the holidays inside and outside this landmark Gilded Age mansion! You’ll stroll along a half-mile-long path glittering with hundreds of thousands of holiday lights while music fills the winter air. See illuminated displays and sparkling surprises along the way. Tour the opulent interior of The Breakers decorated in holiday splendor.

The Elms was the summer residence of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Julius Berwind, whose fortune was made in the coal industry. Architect Horace Trumbauer modeled it after the 18th-century French chateau d’Asnieres outside Paris.  The Elms combines the elegance of French style with the grandeur of the Gilded Age. Its landscape and art collections are among the finest in Newport.

Olde Mistick Village

Wyndham Newport Hotel

Adventure Awaits! Accepting Reservations for all Tours!

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations made 45 days or more prior to departure: A full refund, minus non-refundable prepaid payments made to hotels, restaurants, attractions and vendors. Cancellations made 8-44 days prior to departure: A 10% cancellation fee and non-refundable prepaid payments will be deducted from refund. Cancellations made 1-7 days prior to departure: A 25% cancellation fee and non-refundable prepaid payments will be deducted from refund. Cancellations made on day of departure or a no show: No refund will be given. Cancellation fees and/or non-refundable prepaid payments cannot be transferred to another tour. Refunds will be processed within 30 days after the tour returns.

Travel Insurance

Trans-Bridge Tours, Inc. strongly recommends travel insurance to protect your investment; unforeseen circumstances may occur. Travel insurance protects you from two types of financial losses: the money you invest in the tour and medical expenses that your health insurance may not cover. When travel insurance is not purchased, customer will personally assume full responsibility for any financial loss associated with their travel arrangements. Trans-Bridge Tours, Inc. is not responsible for any financial loss due to customer cancelling their tour. Any questions regarding travel insurance coverage must be addressed with the travel insurance company. For travel insurance information,  click here .

Disclaimer Terms and Conditions subject to change throughout the year.  All tours and services are based on the prices in effect at the time of printing and are subject to change at any time.  We are not responsible for typographical errors.

The Mack Experience Center

Mack Trucks has a big story to tell, and The Mack Experience Center is the way to do just that. The Mack Experience Center, located on our 60-acre property in Allentown, Pennsylvania serves our dealers and customers allowing them to take a deep dive into Mack’s rich history, complete product lineup, technology offer, manufacturing and uptime resources through innovative and engaging attractions. Talk with your local dealer to schedule your tour today.

Ride and Drive an American Legend

Experience Mack behind the wheel on our paved performance track and off-road course all within the Mack Experience Center property.

PERFORMANCE TRACK

Mack Product Showroom

Get a hands-on look at the entire Mack line-up and the latest product developments.

PRODUCT SHOWROOM

Mack Museum and the Soundroom

Learn Mack’s history through a collection of restored and preserved vintage trucks and abundant memorabilia.

MUSEUM AND SOUNDROOM

For the ultimate Mack Experience, customers are encouraged to contact their local Mack dealer to arrange an all-in-one trip that includes a visit to the Mack Experience Center and Mack Trucks Historical Museum in Allentown, PA, a tour of the Lehigh Valley Operations facility in Macungie, PA, and the Hagerstown Powertrain Development and Production facility in Hagerstown, MD. There are three additional facilities that are available for tours, the Remanufacturing Center located in Middletown, PA, Roanoke Valley Operations in Salem, VA, and the Uptime Center in Greensboro, NC.

Come visit us in Allentown

2402 lehigh parkway south allentown, pa 18103 (610) 351-8800.

Get directions

The Mack Experience Center is in Allentown, PA off I-78 near Allentown Queen City Municipal Airport. From I-78, you will take Exit 57 for Lehigh St. Turn left onto Lehigh St. (southbound.) Continue down Lehigh St. and turn left onto Vultee St. Continue down Vultee St. and turn right onto Grammes Rd. Follow the signs for The Mack Experience Center. Note: our facility is not accessible from Fish Hatchery Road, if your navigation directs you this route, please reroute to the Allentown Queen City Municipal Airport and follow the signs for The Mack Experience Center.

Pilgrimages to Our Lady of Guadalupe and Classic Historic Sites in Mexico

A 6-day our lady of guadalupe pilgrimage.

Including Our Lady of Guadalupe, Tepeyac Hill, Zocalo Plaza, Tlaxcala, Our Lady of Ocotlan, Puebla, Tlatelolco, Tulpetlac, Teotihuacan & more.

A 7-day Our Lady of Guadalupe Pilgrimage

Including Our Lady of Guadalupe, Tepeyac Hill, Zocalo Plaza, Tlaxcala, Our Lady of Ocotlan, Puebla, Cuernavaca, Taxco, Tlatelolco, Tulpetlac, Teotihuacan & more

Our professional ground operations staff ensure your comfort and safety at all times.  The group tour director is a certified and licensed guide.  All accommodations are at first class hotels.  We use only air conditioned, premium motor coaches for all ground transportation.

Clergy: feel free to call 800-278-1351 or click here.   Begin your pilgrimage, leading your parishioners on a Catholic pilgrimage to Mexico.  And remember… pastors always go free.

*Prices are all inclusive, including round  trip airfare, lodging, breakfast & dinner daily, all admission fees, taxes. tips and much more.  Click here to read an all-inclusive information page .

Allentown, PA: B-29 Doc History Restored Tour

May 8 - May 12

The B-29 Doc History Restored Tour will land in Allentown, PA, at Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE), May 9-12, 2024

BOOK YOUR SEATS ON B-29 DOC NOW!

• 05/11/2024: 9:00 am Flight
• 05/11/2024: 11:00 am Flight
• 05/12/2024: 9:00 am Flight
• 05/12/2024: 11:00 am Flight

B-29 Doc Flight Experience tickets are on sale now at  www.b29doc.com/rides . Ground and cockpit tour tickets will be available for purchase on the days of the event at the gate. While the aircraft is on the ground, visitors will be able to climb inside the cockpit through the forward bomb bay to get a look inside one of only two B-29 Superfortresses still airworthy and flying today.

B-29 Doc will arrive at ABE (Hangar 10) on Monday, May 6, and will be available for ground and cockpit tours Thursday and Friday, May 9 and 10, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. B-29 Doc Flight Experience rides will be available Saturday and Sunday, May 11 and 12 at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. both days, followed by ground and cockpit tours from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.  *Parking will be available in lot behind Hangar 7.  Ride flight tickets are on sale now via  www.b29doc.com/rides . Admission for ground and cockpit tours will be $10 per person or $20 per family. Tickets for ground tours will be available at the gate. B-29 Doc will be hosted by ABE during the tour stop in Allentown.

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