New England

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The New England section of www.grouptourplanner.com will guide the travel professional through supplier categories listed to the right and assist them with itinerary planning for groups to Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, or Vermont. Search the New England section of the site for group tour planning ideas, itinerary writing assistance and packaged travel options for your upcoming tour series.

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The Crossroads of History & Geography

Looking for a quintessentially American tour for your group?  Well look no further!  Given the region’s unique history and diverse geography it’s often remarked that New England is America, a claim that seems instantly justifiable even to the casual observer.  It is a region both fiercely modern and deeply rooted in history at the same time.  Today’s cosmopolitan cities and tranquil country settings still whisper secrets of a past that stretches all the way back to the founding of America’s first colonies.

While this region has seen tremendous industrial development since the early days of the colonies, there’s still plenty of wild past in the present.  The Green Mountains of Vermont would be instantly recognizable to Samuel de Champlain who first saw them 400 years ago, and not much has changed in the woodlands of Maine since American writer and naturalist Henry David Thoreau visited more than 150 years ago.

The vast and sundry countryside lends itself to a myriad of group activities, ranging from wildlife and rafting to skiing and beachcombing and everything in between.  And let’s not forget about indoor activity!  The architecturally stunning towns and cities of New England are jam packed with museums, historical sites, galleries and so much more.

From the windswept coastlines of Rhode Island and Connecticut to luscious mountains of New Hampshire and Vermont and the rocky shores of Maine and Massachusetts, New England’s “Wow” factor is off the scale!  So “Wow” your group this year and treat them to all of America, all in one place.

Connecticut

Groups traveling south to north into New England will undoubtedly encounter Connecticut as a first stop.  America’s third smallest state is packed with an amazing array of diversity and excitement, conveniently accessible within a surprisingly short driving distance.  With its close proximity to New York, Massachusetts, Rhode Island and points beyond, Connecticut makes the perfect jumping off point for any group.

Rhode Island

Bordering Connecticut and Massachusetts and surrounded by the pounding Atlantic Ocean, Rhode Island proves a worthy stop for any tour to the region.  America’s “Ocean State” bulges with attractions and activities for groups, surrounded by the spectacular scenery the state has to offer.  Only 48 miles long and 37 miles wide, “Little Rhody,” as it is affectionately known, offers definitive proof that big things come in small packages.

Massachusetts

Heading north from either Connecticut or Rhode Island, Massachusetts beckons groups with its extreme landscape diversity and rich historic tapestry.  Whether you skirt the rocky and scenic coastline of the state’s eastern shore or travel further inland to the spectacular green mountains and lush landscape of the western region, America’s Bay State will not disappoint.  Count Colonial landmarks, amazing sites and some of the country’s oldest architecture on the top of your Massachusetts itinerary.

Vermont

Next comes Vermont, aptly named the Green Mountain State.  Lush greenery and rolling hills and mountains compliment the landscape of this inland state, and provide a generous backdrop to your New England tour.  Explore Pre-Revolutionary War villages, rambling country roads, elegant cities and a myriad of outdoor activity.  Add to this warm hospitality and magnificent surroundings, and you’ve got the perfect destination for any group tour.

New Hampshire

Ideally positioned between Vermont and Maine you’ll find New Hampshire, America’s Granite State.  The only trouble you’ll have when taking a group here is deciding what to do!  Outdoor enthusiasts will lose themselves in New Hampshire’s abundant wilderness, stretching from the heights of Mount Washington to the depths of Lake Winnipesaukee. And the shoppers on your tour will love the tax-free status of the state.  New Hampshire offers up something for every realm of tour, and stands up to its reputation as a top-notch state for groups.

Maine