Immerse yourself in Boston’s Harborwalk and revisit the fiery leadup to the American Declaration of Independence. Admire harbour views as you hear about the city’s past, where you can check out the site of the Boston Tea Party and learn how the pivotal event came about, and what it meant for the future of America.
Head over to the Freedom Trail to explore sites connected to early American history. The architects of the revolution come alive along this historic trail as you pass sights like the Boston Common and the Old North Church, where Paul Revere’s famous lanterns once hung.
Next up on the agenda is the town of Cambridge, where you can see Harvard University, one of the most famous and beautiful academic institutions in the world. Hear the story of Harvard’s beginnings way back in the 1600s, and how it evolved from a tiny college into one of the most prestigious institutions in the world.
Head over to Cape Ann’s coastline and explore quaint towns like Gloucester while you trace their history. Listen to the shocking and tragic tale of the Perfect Storm, which still reverberates through these communities today.
Finally, drive out to Cape Cod, cruise past beaches and villages and marvel at the coastline that has made the Cape a must-see destination for generations. Uncover the peninsula’s seafaring history, from the Mayflower to the lighthouses which dot the coast. Visit what the locals call P-Town, a thriving hotspot for artists and bohemians, which shrugs off the heavy cloak of history and fully embraces the bright, colourful present.
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