Breakers Great Hall Christmas Photo Credit: The Preservation Society of Newport County
DETAILS
PACKAGE AVAILABLE:
Early December
TOUR LENGTH:
5 Days/4 Nights
DAY 1 - JOURNEY TO A CHRISTMAS WONDERLAND
Leave the everyday behind as your holiday adventure begins. Settle into the comfort of your deluxe motorcoach and watch New England's winter landscapes unfold outside your window as you travel toward the sparkling shores of Newport, Rhode Island. Rest stops and meal breaks provide time to stretch and relax before arriving in one of America's most magical Christmas destinations.
Upon arrival, check into the beautifully situated deluxe hotel, your home for the next four nights. As evening falls, twinkling lights shimmer across Newport Harbor, welcoming you to a place where holiday traditions and Gilded Age elegance come together in unforgettable fashion.
DAY 2 - CASTLES, CHRISTMAS TREES & AFTERNOON TEA
After breakfast, step into a world where grand staircases, glittering ornaments, and timeless holiday traditions await. Your first stop is magnificent Linden Place Mansion, where towering Christmas trees, elegant decorations, and centuries of fascinating history create a setting worthy of a holiday fairy tale.
Enjoy free time in charming Bristol, where cozy cafés, unique boutiques, and festive storefronts invite you to wander at your own pace in search of the perfect holiday treasure.
This afternoon, continue to enchanting Blithewold Mansion. Overlooking Narragansett Bay, this magnificent estate is transformed each Christmas into a celebration of warmth and wonder. Stroll through beautifully decorated rooms before gathering for an elegant High Tea featuring delicate finger sandwiches, warm scones, and irresistible pastries—a timeless tradition that feels as magical today as it did generations ago.
Return to Newport for an evening at leisure, where festive lights reflect upon the harbor and holiday cheer fills the waterfront.
DAY 3 - A NEWPORT CHRISTMAS COMES ALIVE
Today, Newport reveals its holiday magic. Meet your delightful local guide portraying the legendary Mrs. Caroline Astor, who brings the city's Gilded Age to life through fascinating stories and colorful characters.
Travel scenic Ocean Drive before strolling through The Point, one of America's oldest colonial neighborhoods, where beautifully decorated front doors and softly glowing lights create the feeling of stepping back in time.
Following lunch, enter the magnificent Elms Mansion, where lavish holiday décor, fragrant evergreens, sparkling silver, and elegant period decorations transport you to Christmas celebrations of another era.
As dusk settles over Newport, join a lantern-lit walking tour through Historic Hill. The glow of lanterns, historic homes, and centuries-old streets create an unforgettable evening before the grand finale—a visit to The Breakers. Here, thousands upon thousands of shimmering lights transform the Vanderbilt estate into a breathtaking holiday spectacle unlike any other.
Photo Credit: The Preservation Society of Newport
DAY 4 - HOLIDAY ELEGANCE & CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS
This morning, discover Marble House, where glittering gold, sparkling silver, towering Christmas trees, and brilliant poinsettias showcase the extraordinary holiday celebrations of the Vanderbilt family.
Later, wander the cobblestone streets of Bannister's Wharf, browsing charming boutiques and festive storefronts while enjoying lunch at your leisure along Newport's picturesque waterfront.
A special visit to Saint Mary's Church follows, where history and romance come together during the inspiring "Returning to Camelot" presentation, commemorating the wedding of John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline Bouvier.
This evening, laughter takes center stage at the Newport Playhouse. Enjoy a delicious buffet dinner before taking your reserved seat for a delightful comedy. The celebration continues afterward with a lively Christmas Cabaret, where music, laughter, and holiday spirit provide the perfect finale to your Newport getaway.
DAY 5 - HOMEWARD BOUND
After breakfast, bid farewell to Newport's sparkling streets, grand mansions, and unforgettable Christmas traditions. Filled with wonderful memories, festive inspiration, and perhaps a few holiday treasures tucked into your suitcase, you'll begin the journey home carrying the warmth and magic of the season with you.
Tour Highlights:
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Four nights - one hotel. Deluxe accommodation
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Experience one of America's premier Christmas destinations, beautifully decorated for the holidays
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Tour four magnificent Gilded Age mansions dressed in spectacular Christmas décor
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Visit the historic Linden Place Mansion in Bristol
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Explore the elegant Blithewold Mansion, decorated for the holidays
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Enjoy a traditional High Tea overlooking beautiful Narragansett Bay
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Guided holiday sightseeing tour of Newport with a costumed Mrs. Caroline Astor
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Scenic drive along Newport's famous Ocean Drive and Bellevue Avenue
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Walking tour of Newport's Historic Point neighborhood and award-winning decorated colonial homes
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Evening Holiday Lantern Walking Tour through Historic Hill
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Experience the dazzling Sparkling Lights at The Breakers
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Tour the lavishly decorated Marble House
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Free time for shopping and dining along charming Bannister's Wharf and Bowen's Wharf
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Visit historic Saint Mary's Church and experience the "Returning to Camelot" presentation celebrating the wedding of John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline Bouvier
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Enjoy an evening at the Newport Playhouse featuring a buffet dinner, live theater performance, and festive holiday cabaret
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Visit picturesque Wickford Village
Tour Inclusions
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Round-trip deluxe motorcoach transportation
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4 nights premium accommodations
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4 breakfasts
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1 lunch
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Traditional High Tea at Blithewold Mansion
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2 dinners
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Newport Playhouse buffet dinner, theater performance, and holiday cabaret
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Guided tour of Linden Place Mansion
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Admission to Blithewold Mansion and Gardens
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Admission to The Elms Mansion
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Admission to Marble House
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Evening admission to Sparkling Lights at The Breakers
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Guided Newport sightseeing tour with costumed Mrs. Caroline Astor
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Guided Holiday Lantern Walking Tour
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Admission to Saint Mary's Church "Returning to Camelot" presentation
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Visit to historic Wickford Village
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Free time for shopping in Bristol, Bannister's Wharf, and Bowen's Wharf
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Baggage handling (one suitcase per person)
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All hotel taxes and attraction admissions included
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Driver accommodations, meals, attractions, and baggage handling
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Taxes and gratuities for included restaurants and attractions