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The Boston Tree Lighting Ceremony represents Halifax's gratitude for Boston's help and generosity during the disastrous Halifax Explosion of 1917. Be part of this yearly tradition and enjoy a guided tour of Boston and other places of interest.
Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Themes: Tours & Vacations
Join Ambassatours Gray Line as we celebrate our cross-border friendship with the City of Boston during this year's tree lighting ceremony. For over 30 years, Nova Scotia has given this gift of thanks for Boston's quick response and generosity during the 1917 Halifax Explosion.
Destinations: Nova Scotia: Halifax, Maine: Bangor, Massachusetts: Boston
Board your coach in Halifax and travel to Bangor, ME for your overnight.
From Bangor, travel southwards to Boston where you will spend the next two nights. Your local guide will share the history and highlights as you travel portions of the famed Freedom Trail, passing the Boston Commons and Garden, The State House and the U.S.S. Constitution. Afterwards, arrive at your hotel for a two-night stay. (Continental Breakfast)
Today, visit the John F. Kennedy Library and Museum, a site that chronicles President Kennedy’s time in the White House. There will also be time to explore the shopping and numerous restaurants at Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market. Return to your hotel in the afternoon for time to relax and freshen up before attending the tree lighting ceremony at the Boston Commons. (Continental Breakfast)
Enjoy a later start this morning before returning to Bangor for the evening. (Continental Breakfast)
Return home to Halifax today, taking with you fond memories of your time in Boston. (Continental Breakfast)
| Departure Dates | Single | Double | Triple | Quad |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2010: November 30 | $839.00 CAD | $569.00 CAD | $529.00 CAD | $509.00 CAD |
Note: Prices shown are per person and based on occupancy category
A $200 deposit per person is payable upon booking with the remaining balance due 45 days prior to departure.
In the event of cancellation, the following penalties will apply:
- More than 45 days prior to departure: deposit is retained to a maximum of 20% of the total tour price.
- Between 45 and 31 days prior to departure: 50% of the total tour price will be retained.
- Between 30 days to day of departure and after departure: 100% of the total tour price will be retained.
Cancellation Insurance is available and strongly recommended.
