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LOUDOUN SENIOR TRIPS PROGRAM

The Canadian Maritimes and a bit of New England 22 – July 3, 2021 11 Nights – 12 Days

Canada’s Maritime – Nova , and – dominated by the sea, with a long, jagged coastline punctured by picturesque bays, sandy beaches, towering cliffs, some of the prettiest in and the freshest, tastiest in the world. See all the best this region has to offer. Enjoy , island exploring, fascinating museums, the Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo and much more. In New England, enjoy the Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge Massachusetts and Kennebunkport

Day One - The Red Lion Inn Stockbridge Massachusetts Arrive in Massachusetts and check in to The Red Lion Inn, an iconic landmark whose warmth and character express timeless tradition, while its vibrant personality brings the best of the Berkshires to life. Enjoy dinner included at the Inn this evening. (D)

Day Two - Norman Rockwell & Naumkeag Enjoy breakfast included at the Inn this morning prior to checking out. Visit the Norman Rockwell Museum, home to the world’s largest collection of original Rockwell art. Enjoy the 10 large galleries, gift shop, and beautiful 36-acre campus featuring Rockwell’s original studio, as well as sculptures by his son, Peter Rockwell. Enjoy lunch on own while visiting then depart via motor coach to Naumkeag. With its grac ious house, magnificent gardens, and panoramic views, Naumkeag is a quintessential country estate of the Gilded Age. Enjoy dinner included this evening at a local seafood restaurant. Afterwards, check-in to your Portsmouth hotel for the evening. (B, D)

Day Three - New Brunswick & Reversing Falls Prior to checking out, enjoy breakfast included at the hotel this morning. Depart and meet your GUIDE at Reversing Falls in Saint John, New Brunswick. This evening, dinner is included overlooking the Falls with access to the Skywalk. Tonight, check-in to your local area hotel. (B, D)

Day Four - Prince Edward Island & Hopewell Rocks Enjoy breakfast included at the hotel this morning prior to checking out. Today, drive through to Hopewell Rocks, site of the highest tides in the world. Here, giant flowerpots have been carved from the cliffs by the force of the mighty Fundy tides. If the tide is low, you be able to walk on the floor. Later this afternoon, cross the Bridge to Prince Edward Island and enjoy a traditional Lobster Dinner with tasty chowder or soup, locally cultivated mussels, salad, and homemade rolls. If you still have room, treat yourself to a dazzling array of the most scrumptious sweets! Afterwards, check in to your local area hotel for the evening. (B, D)

Day Five - Nova Scotia & Green Gables Enjoy breakfast included at the hotel this morning prior to checking out. Visit Green Gables, which has become famous around the world as the inspiration for the setting in 's classic tale of fiction, . Travel through Prince Edward Island National Park, renowned for its red sandstone cliffs, fine white sand beaches, dunes, and lush green fields. At Wood Islands, board a for your 75-minute crossing of the to Nova Scotia. Cross the to Breton, the of , and continue to . Check in to your local area hotel, refresh, then enjoy dinner included this evening at a local favorite. (B, D)

Day Six - The & Cape Breton Enjoy breakfast included at the hotel this morning. Today, discover why Conde Nast rated Cape Breton, “One of the Top Ten Islands in the World” as you travel along the Cabot Trail. The road winds around the rocky splendor of Cape Breton’s northern shore, ascending to the incredible plateaus of National Park, where mountains meet the sea! Stop in Cheticamp on the shores of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, famous for its “hooked” crafts and Acadian culture. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park while visiting. Depart and delight in a Whale Watch Boat Tour while en route around the trail. Return to your hotel for free time and dinner on own this evening. (B, L)

Day Seven - Halifax & Enjoy breakfast included at the hotel this morning prior to checking out and departing to visit the Alexander Graham Bell Museum where you’ll discover his legacy from the humanitarian accomplishments, to his gigantic kites, airplanes, and a flying boat. Next, travel to Nova Scotia’s , Halifax. Upon arrival, you will check into your hotel and enjoy an early dinner on your own. This evening, attend the Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo*. The Tattoo is unlike any other show in the world. Military bands, pipes and drums, choirs, gymnasts, dancers, military displays, and competitions offer the most exciting entertainment ever found under one roof! Following the performance, return to your hotel for free time on your own. *Tattoo performance may be subject to change; itinerary would be adjusted accordingly. (Meals: B)

Day Eight - Maritime Museum & The Titanic After breakfast included at the hotel this morning, visit the Maritime Museum of the . Located in the heart of Halifax’s Waterfront, there’s no better place to immerse yourself in Nova Scotia’s rich maritime heritage. From small craft boat building to World War Convoys, the Days of Sail to the Age of Steam, the Titanic to the , you’ll discover the stories, events, and people which have come to define Nova Scotia and its relationship with the sea. Next, enjoy a tour of the Historic Port City. You will hear stories of Halifax during the war years, including the Halifax Explosion and the city’s role in the recovery operations after the Titanic disaster. See the universities, downtown area, and make a photo stop at the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site, situated high on a hill overlooking the downtown core. Stroll through the Public Gardens, a fine example of a formal Victorian public garden. The rest of the day is yours to shop, explore, and soak in all that Halifax has to offer. (Meals: B)

Day Nine - Peggy’s Cove & Ferry Crossing of the Check out and set off early this morning for the quaint fishing village of Peggy’s Cove where you’ll enjoy breakfast. Here, a graceful lighthouse sits on top of the smooth wave-worn granite of the coast. The tiny below the lighthouse is a masterpiece of seasoned fish sheds and colorful fishing boats, making it one of the most photographed places in Canada. Later, travel across the to the scenic and learn about the expulsion of the at Grand Pre-National Historic Site. In Digby, board the ferry for your 3-hour crossing of the Bay of Fundy to Saint John, NB, where you will spend your final night in Canada. Check in to your hotel for the evening and enjoy dinner on own and free time to explore at your leisure. (Meals: B, Boxed Lunch)

Day Ten - Kennebunkport & The Colony Hotel Enjoy breakfast included at the hotel this morning prior to checking out and departing for Kennebunkport, Maine. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch on your own along the beautiful Main Street in Kennebunkport. Enjoy a trolley tour of Kennebunkport and free time for shopping and exploring the Kennebunkport Dock Square Shops. Depart and check in to the Colony Hotel to relax and refresh before dinner. The resort is a recognizable landmark from land and sea overlooking the , Kennebunk River, and private beach. This evening, enjoy dinner included at the hotel and enjoy free time to explore the resort. (Meals: B, D)

Day Eleven - Princeton, New Jersey After breakfast included at the hotel this morning, depart via motor coach for Princeton, New Jersey. Upon arrival, check in to your local hotel to rest, freshen up, and explore on your own. Enjoy dinner included this evening at a local favorite restaurant before returning to your hotel for the night. (Meals: B, D)

Day Twelve - Princeton University & City Tour Prior to checking out, enjoy breakfast included at the hotel this morning. Meet your GUIDE and embark on a guided tour of Princeton University. See Nassau Hall, Princeton Chapel, and Princeton Cemetery. Enjoy lunch on own while you explore the campus before departing for home. (Meals: B) DOUBLE OCCUPANCY: $ 3912 Member / $ 3957 Non-Member SINGLE OCCUPANCY: $ 5010 Member / $ 5055 Non-Member Tour Includes: • Hotel Accommodations for Eleven (11) Nights; Baggage handling included • Roundtrip luxury motor coach transportation • Eleven (11) Breakfasts, Two (2) Lunches, and Seven (7) Dinners • Admissions and guide service as stated in the itinerary, and taxes Contact: Terry Fleming 571 258-3050 or Sonya Haynes 517 258-3051