FALL FOLIAGE TOUR
to the Historic Hudson Valley
October 8-12 ... October 15-19 ... October 22-26, 2018

1st Day: Upon arriving in New York, we are met by our escort and begin our drive to upstate New York. The drive takes up through some lovely, scenic countryside as we make our way to our hotel, which is located in the heart of the historic Hudson Valley. After checking in and being given some time to freshen up, we are treated to a delicious welcome dinner. (D)  

 2nd Day: We drive north for a visit to Saratoga Springs. This historic town was the site of the Battle of Saratoga, considered to be the turning point for the Colonies in the American Revolutionary War. Its beauty and the healing power of its mineral springs made it the most popular destination for America's "Rich & Famous" in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Situated in a lovely setting, you will see its charming Victorian mansions, Congress Park, the Canfield Casino, Saratoga Lake and the Roosevelt Baths and Spa. (B,D)

3rd Day: The morning finds us driving to Hyde Park for a visit to Franklin Delano Roosevelt's home (a National Historic Site) on the Hudson River. The 19th century estate, library and grounds provide us with a sense of American history as well as some great views of the Hudson River and surrounding area. We then travel to Kingston where we board the mv Rip Van Winkle and take a delightful cruise down the Hudson River. Our journey to the world of Sleepy Hollow, Rip Van Winkle and Revolutionary War heroes provides us with spectacular views of historic mansions, monuments and country estates. The cruise is scenic, informative and most enjoyable. (B,D)

 4th Day: We begin the day with a visit to West Point for a tour of the famed United States Military Academy. Our tour includes seeing the Cadet Chapel - which contains one of the largest church organs in the world, Trophy Point, the site of Fort Clinton and the Parade Grounds - where cadets drill and march and where George Washington trained and organized the Continental Army. We will also drive to the Hopewell Depot Restoration, a restored 1873 railroad station and visit the formal gardens at Clermont State Historic Site, the historic estate that features 6 formal gardens offering exquisite views of the Catskill Mountains and Hudson River. Tonight is special indeed as we enjoy a tour of the Culinary Institute of America (which is the training site for some of the world's great future chefs) and are treated to a delicious farewell dinner prepared by these chefs. (B,D)

 5th Day: After breakfast, we transfer to the airport for our pleasant journey homeward. (B)

Price: from $1,479 per person, double occ.
$295 single supplement

Our Special Tour Package Includes:

*Accommodations for 4 evenings
* 4 Breakfasts & 4 Dinners
[one of which is in The Culinary Institute of America]
* Sightseeing & admissions
* Cruise on the Hudson River
* Gratuities for all included meals
* The services of a professional tour escort
* Baggage handling
* Transfers
* Taxes

Airfare is additional.