September 22-25 (Thursday-Sunday)

Rails & Sails of New Hampshire 

Waterville Valley, NH

Day 1: Welcome Aboard!  Travel in comfort aboard our deluxe motor coach to the majestic White Mountains of New Hampshire.  After checking into the Silver Fox Inn for the next three nights, we are treated to a delicious dinner at the Inn.  Located at the center of Waterville Valley resort, the Inn is within walking distance to Town Square and Shops.  (D)

Day 2: After a hearty continental breakfast we meet our step-on guide, and depart for a day of sightseeing.  We begin on board the M/S Mount Washington for a narrated sightseeing cruise on Lake Winnipesaukee, New Hampshire’s largest lake.  Next we will have some leisure time to explore the picturesque New England community of Wolfeboro Village, and browse its many specialty shops and restaurants before we continue onto Moultonborough, New Hampshire.  The next stop of the day will be a visit to Castle in the Clouds, for a self-guided tour of the Mansion.  The mansion reflects the natural splendor of New Hampshire’s Ossipee Mountains and overlooks Lake Winnipesaukee.  Our final stop will be on board the Lake Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad for an exciting excursion while dining on a delicious roast turkey dinner.  The relaxing train trip travels along the shores of the lake, and provides terrific views of this sparkling lake and it’s summer cottages.  (B, D)         

Day 3: After a hearty continental breakfast we meet our step-on guide, and depart for another day of sightseeing.  We begin on board the Loon Mountain Gondola.  We’ll ride New Hampshire’s longest sky ride to the summit for a spectacular panoramic view!  After our sky ride we continue onto Bretton Woods, New Hampshire.  Our narrated tour will take us through the White Mountains from Franconia Notch to Mount Washington.  Upon our arrival at the Mount Washington Cog Railway, enjoy lunch on your own at the Base Station of Mt. Washington.  Following lunch we will embark on one of the world’s great railway adventures.  You will enjoy magnificent scenery, and marvel at the excitement of real steam locomotives in action as we climb the tallest mountain in the Northeast.  It’s an experience like no other!  After returning to the Inn, we conclude our day with a delicious dinner at the Inn.  (B, D)

Day 4: After a hearty continental breakfast we depart for home with many fond memories of New England’s spectacular lake and mountain scenery, and of our delightful railway adventures!  (B)

Included:   

?  Basic amenities

?  3 nights at Silver Fox Inn

?  3 hearty continental breakfasts

?  2 full dinners

?  1 dinner train

?  M/S Mount Washington

?  Visit Wolfeboro Village

?  Castle in the Clouds

?  Lake Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad

?  Loon Mountain Gondola

?  Guided Tour through the White Mountains

?  Mount Washington Cog Railway

?  Attractions and admissions per itinerary

Price:

$649.00 Double/PP       $619.00 Triple/PP

$799.00 Single

Deposit:  $125.00/PP

Balance Due:  August 9, 2011

                             Depart                 Return

Gunther                 6:00 AM                8:00 PM

Carney                  6:45 AM                7:15 PM