Historic Boston
The legacies of Pilgrims, revolutionaries, academics and literary greats abound as you travel through the brownstone-lined streets of Boston. Explore the sites of the American Revolution, and stroll around several of the city’s vibrant neighborhoods. This is an ideal tour for students interested in history, social studies or English literature.
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Day 1: Travel to Boston
Meet your Tour Director at your destinationTake a walking tour of Charlestown and the North End
- Bunker Hill Monument
- Charlestown Navy Yard
- USS Constitution
- Old North Church
- Black Heritage Trail
Visit Old North Church
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Optional: Duck Tour
See Boston by land and by sea in an authentic renovated amphibious WWII landing vehicle. Your conDUCKtor will narrate and navigate a comprehensive tour of the birthplace of freedom in one of the brightly coloured "Duck Boats." Sights include the Boston Common, Copley Square, the Old North Church, the golden-domed State House, fashionable Newbury Street and more. And just when you think you’re nearly done, pass by EF Center Boston and splash into the Charles River for spectacular views of both the Boston and Cambridge skylines.
Stop at the New England Holocaust Memorial
Dinner at Faneuil Hall
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Day 2: Boston | Lexington | Concord
Visit the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum
Take a guided tour of Lexington and Concord:
- Lexington Battle Green
- Old North Bridge
- Author's Row
Boston Observation Deck
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Day 3: Boston | Plymouth | Cambridge
Travel to Plymouth
Visit the Plimoth Patuxet Museums
Visit the Mayflower II
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Lobster Takes Boat Cruise (Apr-Oct)
Head out on the water to observe the lobsters and various species of marine life that live in Plymouth Harbor. By the time you’re back on dry land, you’ll have a new understanding of the many creatures that live beneath the ocean. Available April through October.
Take a guided tour of Boston and Cambridge:
- Freedom Trail
- Paul Revere House
- Old North Church
- Copps Hill Burying Ground
- Bunker Hill
- Faneuil Hall
- Old South Meeting House
- Old State House
- Back Bay
- Harvard Square
Participate in an evening activityAdd this in-depth excursion:
Theatre performance
Get a taste of Boston’s performing arts scene with a live theatre performance this evening. -
Day 4: Salem | Depart for home
Witch Dungeon Museum
Visit the House of the Seven Gables
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Day 4: Salem
Witch Dungeon Museum
Visit the House of the Seven Gables
Free time in BostonAdd this in-depth excursion:
Optional: Duck Tour
See Boston by land and by sea in an authentic renovated amphibious WWII landing vehicle. Your conDUCKtor will narrate and navigate a comprehensive tour of the birthplace of freedom in one of the brightly coloured "Duck Boats." Sights include the Boston Common, Copley Square, the Old North Church, the golden-domed State House, fashionable Newbury Street and more. And just when you think you’re nearly done, pass by EF Center Boston and splash into the Charles River for spectacular views of both the Boston and Cambridge skylines.
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Day 5: Boston | Depart for home
Take a Fenway Park Tour
Visit a Boston Museum
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Day 1: Travel to Boston
Meet your Tour Director at your destinationTake a walking tour of Charlestown and the North End
- Bunker Hill Monument
- Charlestown Navy Yard
- USS Constitution
- Old North Church
- Black Heritage Trail
Visit Old North Church
Add this in-depth excursion:
Optional: Duck Tour
See Boston by land and by sea in an authentic renovated amphibious WWII landing vehicle. Your conDUCKtor will narrate and navigate a comprehensive tour of the birthplace of freedom in one of the brightly coloured "Duck Boats." Sights include the Boston Common, Copley Square, the Old North Church, the golden-domed State House, fashionable Newbury Street and more. And just when you think you’re nearly done, pass by EF Center Boston and splash into the Charles River for spectacular views of both the Boston and Cambridge skylines.
Stop at the New England Holocaust Memorial
Dinner at Faneuil Hall
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Day 2: Boston | Lexington | Concord
Visit the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum
Take a guided tour of Lexington and Concord:
- Lexington Battle Green
- Old North Bridge
- Author's Row
Boston Observation Deck
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Day 3: Boston | Plymouth | Cambridge
Travel to Plymouth
Visit the Plimoth Patuxet Museums
Visit the Mayflower II
Add this in-depth excursion:
Lobster Takes Boat Cruise (Apr-Oct)
Head out on the water to observe the lobsters and various species of marine life that live in Plymouth Harbor. By the time you’re back on dry land, you’ll have a new understanding of the many creatures that live beneath the ocean. Available April through October.
Take a guided tour of Boston and Cambridge:
- Freedom Trail
- Paul Revere House
- Old North Church
- Copps Hill Burying Ground
- Bunker Hill
- Faneuil Hall
- Old South Meeting House
- Old State House
- Back Bay
- Harvard Square
Participate in an evening activityAdd this in-depth excursion:
Theatre performance
Get a taste of Boston’s performing arts scene with a live theatre performance this evening. -
Day 4: Salem | Depart for home
Witch Dungeon Museum
Visit the House of the Seven Gables
Add 1 more day
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Day 4: Salem
Witch Dungeon Museum
Visit the House of the Seven Gables
Free time in BostonAdd this in-depth excursion:
Optional: Duck Tour
See Boston by land and by sea in an authentic renovated amphibious WWII landing vehicle. Your conDUCKtor will narrate and navigate a comprehensive tour of the birthplace of freedom in one of the brightly coloured "Duck Boats." Sights include the Boston Common, Copley Square, the Old North Church, the golden-domed State House, fashionable Newbury Street and more. And just when you think you’re nearly done, pass by EF Center Boston and splash into the Charles River for spectacular views of both the Boston and Cambridge skylines.
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Day 5: Boston | Depart for home
Take a Fenway Park Tour
Visit a Boston Museum
See what an EF tour is really like
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Transportation
Whether it’s by plane, motor coach, train, ferries or subways—your transportation is all covered. We take care of getting you around so you can enjoy the ride.
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Hotels
Safe, comfortable hotels with private bathrooms will be waiting for you at your destination.
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Meals
Traditional breakfasts and dinners bring local flavors to life as part of your tour experience. Lunches are left for you to discover new favourite dishes of your own.
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Full-time Tour Director
Your dedicated Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides add cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Customary gratuities
To make things even easier we’ve included all tips to show appreciation to your Tour Director, local guides, and bus driver at the end of your tour.
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Overnight security
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Continuous Support
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24-hour Emergency Service
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