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Day 1:
Arrive at Logan International Airport in Boston early afternoon. Make your way to your hotel and register as a member of Country Squire Tours. Welcome reception and dinner is planned for this evening with your tour director. Meet your fellow passengers for the start of your journey . (D)

Day 2:
Following breakfast you will make your way to Cape Cod . Arrive in Woods Hole for a ferry ride to Martha's Vineyard . You will have to time to tour and explore this island of kaleidoscope candy-colored gingerbread homes, pristine beaches, unique shops and stately white mansions. This charming island has several towns to explore. Dinner is included on the island and then you will board the ferry to the mainlands where you will check in for the next three evenings. (B, D)

Day 3:
Travel the high speed ferry to the “gray lady of the sea”, Nantucket . You will be whisked to this quaint island with its cobblestone streets and beautiful sea captains homes that is well known for its whaling industry. You will also visit the fascinating Whaling Museum to catch a glimpse of a lost era. Return by high speed ferry to the mainland. Free time this evening to explore the area. (B)

Day 4:
We begin this day by touring Hyannis with views of the St. Francis church, the JFK Memorial and the waterfront area. You will then make your way to “land's end” Provincetown . You will be treated to lighthouses and the beautiful National Seashore along the way. See firsthand the importance of the lighthouses that protected ships from the treacherous shore between Provincetown and Chatham . You will have free time in Provincetown for lunch and enjoying the shops along Commercial Street . This evening enjoy a dune buggy ride out to the dunes of Provincetown ; weather permitting you will be in for a treat as you enjoy the sunset and a clam bake on the beach (B, D).

In the afternoon you will board a ferry to famous Cape Cod . Your ferry will bring you to the historic town of Hyannis , Ma. where you will check into your harbor hotel to enjoy free time and dinner on own by the sea. (B)

Day 5:
Say farewell to Cape today and head to Aquidneck more commonly known as Newport , Rhode Island . This area is known for the turn of the century summer playground of the elite society. You'll enjoy the 10 mile “mansion” drive past the spectacular summer cottages and a visit to one is planned. Late morning there will be time to spend at Long Wharf for shopping and free time. Lunch will be served today on Goat Island off Newport 's shores. A cruise on Newport 's sparkling waters will provide a wonderful afternoon venue. Late afternoon you will stop at the Newport winery for a wine tasting before heading back to your hotel . (B, L)

Day 6:
After a hearty breakfast board an early morning ferry for a ride to the famous Block Island . This island is 12 miles off the coast and has been herald as ‘one of the twelve best unspoiled area in the Western Hemisphere ” This area has green rolling hills, dazzling beaches and Victorian charm. Step back in time to a bygone era and enjoy lunch in this charming island setting . (B, L)

Day 7:
Say good-bye to Newport and head back to the Boston area for your journey home. Please make travel arrangements for after 2:00 pm . (B)

HOTELS:

Night 1: Hotel Marlowe - Cambridge, MA

Featuring neoclassical architecture, the hotel overlooks the Charles River and is adjacent to the CambridgeSide Galleria shopping center. Boston is across the river.


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Nights 2,3, & 4: Radisson - Hyannis, MA

With a convenient Hyannis location in the heart of Cape Cod, the Hotel Hyannis offers the kind of warm hospitality, inviting atmosphere and topnotch services. The Raddison Hyannis is handily located near all the major Cape Cod attractions, including the Cape Cod Mall and Hyannis Historic Waterfront District, home of the JFK Museum and Cape Cod Melody Tent.

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Nights 5 & 6: Holiday Inn Express - Middletown or Similiar

The Holiday Inn Express is located just minutes from historic downtown Newport. Local shopping and entertainment facilities nearby and close proximity to the Newport Naval Base and corporate parks.
The Newport Room accommodates up to 50 people for meetings and social events, and Chili's Restaurant is on site - open for lunch, dinner and cocktails.

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