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SUNDAY AUGUST 29, 2010 FULL DAY TOUR A TOUR OF NEWPORT AND ITS MANSIONS Newport, Rhode Island, is rich in both history and culture. A town which was established in the colonial era, made a name for itself during America’s Gilded Age, and since has become the yachting capital of the world. Today, the town thrives as a hub for American culture and visitors are faced with an abundance of activities, quaint B&B’s, museums, shops, beaches, and outstanding restaurants. Newport is not to be missed. Located seventy miles south of Boston, guests will be whisked to Newport for an opportunity to explore the town and experience the lifestyles of the rich and famous while touring the infamous mansions. You will visit the spectacular "Breakers" mansion, the summer "cottage" of Cornelius Vanderbilt, Chairman and President of the New York Central Railroad system. In 1893, Cornelius Vanderbilt II, commissioned architect Richard Morris Hunt to design and create a 70 room Italian Renaissance- style palazzo inspired by the 16th century palaces of Genoa and Turin. After a morning spent touring this home, guests will have the opportunity to explore Newport Harbor and will subsequently enjoy the town’s charming scene walking around quaint wharves and cobblestone streets lined with unique shops. There are also nearby historic homes, churches, and synagogues to explore. The group will then take pleasure in a tour of the famed 10 mile Ocean Drive for a view of the area’s estates and gardens which dot this beautiful shoreline.   
Time schedule: 9 hours, departure at 8.30 am Cost of the visit per person: $160 The visit includes: Roundtrip transportation via Mini coach, professional guide service, admissions to one home, tours, Luncheon at Mooring, semi-private space for dining, luncheon menu, all taxes and gratuities. Minimum: 20 participants SUNDAY AUGUST 29, 2010 HALF DAY TOUR THE JFK LIBRARY AND MUSEUM  | You will travel along the shoreline of Dorchester Bay, where you will visit the spectacular John F. Kennedy Library, designed by I.M. Pei. First you will see a short film about President Kennedy, and then you will walk the campaign trail, view the famous Kennedy/Nixon debates, see the often humorous press conferences, and continue on through the highlights of his presidency. You can sit in on the strategy sessions during the Cuban Missile crisis; see the Kennedy oval office and the gifts the Kennedy's |  |
received during his presidency, as well as mementos from his personal life. For a short time, you will re-live the thousand days of "Camelot".
You can sit in on the strategy sessions during the Cuban Missile crisis; see the Kennedy oval office and the gifts the Kennedy's received during his presidency, as well as mementos from his personal life. For a short time, you will re-live the thousand days of "Camelot". Time schedule: 3 hours, departure at 9 am Cost of the visit per person: $65 The visit includes: Roundtrip transportation via executive coach, professional guide service, admissions and taxes, all taxes and gratuities Minimum: 20 participants SUNDAY AUGUST 29, 2010 HALF DAY TOUR CAMBRIDGE TOUR WITH CHARLES RIVER CRUISE 
| Enjoy a cruise along the scenic Charles River with a narrated look at both the Boston and Cambridge landmarks. You’ll have a scenic tour of Cambridge highlighting over two hundred years of our nation's history. You’ll stroll through Harvard Yard where you will see some of the oldest college buildings in the country. Then travel down Brattle Street for a view of the pre-revolutionary Federal homes in this enclave of Tory sympathizers. Lastly, you’ll visit the shops and over 25 bookstores located in Harvard Square. |
Time schedule: 4 hours, departure at 1.15 pm Cost of the visit per person: $60 The visit includes: Roundtrip transportation via executive motor coach, professional guide service, cruise and taxes Minimum: 20 participants MONDAY AUGUST 30, 2010 FULL DAY TOUR WARENTHAM VILLAGE OUTLETS  | Wrentham Village is one of the most attractive outlet shopping areas in the country. With 170 outlet stores, one can find impressive savings at Barneys New York Outlet, Bebe, Donna Karan, Gap Outlet, Hugo Boss, Kenneth Cole, Liz Claiborne, Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren, Reebok, Sony, Timberland, Versace, Williams-Sonoma and much more! There are shops of every kind, as well as many areas to relax and enjoy refreshments during your visit. You will be given a map, as well as a variety of coupons prior to your arrival.
Wrentham is located approximately 45 minutes from Boston and the drive is well worth it! Here you can truly “shop til you drop”! |
Time schedule: 5-6 hours, departure at 9 am Cost of the visit per person: $50 The visit includes: Roundtrip transportation, professional guide, coupons, maps and taxes Minimum: 40 participants MONDAY AUGUST 30, 2010 HALF DAY TOUR MASTERPIECES OF ART – EXPLORE THE MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS  | Bostonians have always supported the arts and the Museum of Fine Arts is a grand example of this commitment. You will view the incomparable collections of paintings, sculpture, decorative arts, drawings and photographs, representing Eastern and Western cultures from ancient times to the present. To make these collections even more meaningful, our fine arts lecturer will interpret the masterpieces of art as they were perceived by various artists and cultures throughout the ages. This is a fascinating tour and one you will long remember.
Following your tour, you will have time on your own to browse through the museum and gift shop. |
Time schedule: 3 hours, departure at 1.30 pm Cost of the visit per person: $85 The visit includes: Roundtrip transportation via executive coach, services of a professional guide, admissions, docent tour of the Museum of Fine Arts, all admissions and taxes, all taxes and gratuities. Minimum: 20 participants |  |
MONDAY AUGUST 30, 2010 HALF DAY TOUR COMPLETE TOUR OF BOSTON AND HARVARD UNIVERSITY 
Boston is comprised of many neighborhoods, each with its own architecture and atmosphere. You'll have an overview of the city when you see the major neighborhoods and the historic sites that make Boston such a fascinating place to visit. You'll see Beacon Hill, Boston's most prestigious address, and visit the Back Bay, an elegant section of Boston which, one hundred years ago, was built according to the plan of Paris' Bois de Bologne. You'll pass by the Midtown Cultural District, Chinatown, and the South End, which boasts the largest Victorian neighborhood in the United States. Fenway Park is on your route, and the Fens section of Boston, which contains the Museum of Fine Arts, Symphony Hall, and the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum will also be seen. You'll drive by the Waterfront and then walk into the North End, Boston's famous Italian neighborhood where you will visit the Old North Church to see where the lanterns were hung to signal the beginning of Paul Revere's famous "midnight ride". Boston's Freedom Trail continues from here. You will see the USS CONSTITUTION, as well as the Massachusetts State House, the Old South Meeting House, Boston Common, and other sites along the Trail. After an exploration of Boston, guests will be escorted over the Charles River to Cambridge where they will explore the world famous Harvard University area where the young John F. Kennedy lived and studied. They will stroll through Harvard Yard, the original If time allows, guests can browse in Harvard Square, with its shops, boutiques, and over 25 bookstores. |  |
Time schedule: 4 hours, departure at 9 am
Cost of the visit per person: $65
The visit includes: Roundtrip transportation via mini coach, professional guide service, admissions and taxes and gratuities
*This tour involves a considerable amount of walking on hills and cobblestones. Please be aware of these conditions and wear walking shoes. Minimum: 20 participants TUESDAY AUGUST 31, 2010 FULL DAY TOUR WHALE WATCHING OFF THE COAST OF CAPE ANN  | It’s an early morning trip to Gloucester, where you’ll board a vessel for a 4-hour whale watch. Juices and muffins will be served en route to the
whale’s playground. On the way out to Stellwagen Bank, the whales’ feeding ground, a naturalist will explain the fascinating facts about
whales’ feeding and traveling habits. Since most whales return year after year to the same feeding grounds, the naturalist will be able to identify some of the whales and give their histories. Box lunch will be served aboard the boat. Once back on shore, you’ll drive north to Rockport, the artist’s colony on picturesque Bearskin Neck. You will have time to browse among the shops and galleries, or stroll along the beautiful waterfront, before returning to Boston. |  |
Time schedule: 9,5 hours, departure at 7 am
Cost of the visit per person: $125
The visit includes: Roundtrip transportation via executive coach, professional guide service, cruise, refreshments, complete lunch, and all taxes
Minimum: 40 participants TUESDAY AUGUST 31, 2010 HALF DAY TOUR ISABELLA STUART GARDNER MUSEUM TOUR  | The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum is housed in a five-story Italian Renaissance structure that surrounds an open courtyard filled with plants and flowers. Mrs. Gardner's home contains masterpieces of Botticelli, Reubens, Raphael and Rembrandt, as well as other art and artifacts that she collected during her travels. At the turn of the century, Isabella Stewart Gardner was one of Boston's most prominent citizens and her home reflects her appreciation for all manner of arts. She was renowned for her charm and known for her eccentricity, and the museum she created is a reflection of all of her qualities. Docents will provide your guests with a fascinating tour of her home as they describe the breathtaking art. |  |
Time schedule: 4 hours, departure at 1.30 pm
Cost of the visit per person: $80
The visit includes: Roundtrip transportation via executive coach, services of a professional guide, admissions, docent tour of the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, all admissions and taxes, all taxes and gratuities
Minimum: 20 participants TUESDAY AUGUST 31, 2010 HALF DAY TOUR “QUACK QUACK!”
MAKE WAY FOR BOSTON’S DUCK TOUR 
| Unless you fought in World War II, you probably haven't ridden on a "duck" before. This "duck" is an authentic renovated amphibious landing vehicle, retrofitted to take you on a special historical tour of
Boston, with a very special splashdown right into the Charles River for a breathtaking water side view of Boston, the kind of view that you can't get anywhere else. The tour starts off impressively at your hotel* when your chartered "duck" and conDUCKtor call for you.
Your tour will last approximately 70-80 minutes, during which you'll see the highlights of Boston's Freedom Trail and other famous landmarks. You'll cross over the Charles River, and once on the Cambridge side, your "duck" becomes waterborne, for the ride of your life. |
Time schedule: 2 hours, departure at 9 am
Cost of the visit per person: $60
The visit includes: Private duck rental, professional guide service and taxes
Minimum: 31 participants |