NEWPORT, RHODE ISLAND - MANSIONS, SITES & CRUISES

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 - THURS, SEPTEMBER 25, 2025

HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Tiverton Casino • Newport Harbor Cruise • Historic Tour of Newport • Mansion Tours of: The Breakers, Marble House, The Elms, Touro Synagogue • Tour & Winetasting at a Local Vineyard • Brick Marketplace 

EXCURSION INCLUDES: Luxury Motorcoach transportation • Three Nights Lodging • Five Meals (3 breakfasts, 2 dinners) • Scenic Excursions Tour Host/Hostess • Luggage Handling upon availability • All Taxes & Meal Gratuities

PRICE PER PERSON: 

$1,385 - Double 

$1,360 - Triple 

$1,770 - Single 

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TENTATIVE ITINERARY:

Day One - Monday, September 22, 2025: Depart from WNY and travel to Rhode Island, stopping for comfort and lunch on your own along the way. Arrive in late afternoon in the Newport area and check into your hotel for the next three nights.  Dinner is on your own this evening at Applebee’s, located at your lodging. After dinner, there is an optional visit for those who wish to partake at the Tiverton Casino for some gaming fun. Afterwards, return to your lodging for a restful night.

Day Two - Tuesday, September 23, 2025: Breakfast at your hotel this morning.  Board your motor coach and depart for a day of touring in the Newport area. Start your day with a one-hour guided tour of historic Newport. After your tour, visit the Touro Synagogue, a National Historic Site (the oldest synagogue building still standing in the United States). A trip to this National Historic Site includes a history presentation, interactive exhibits, and beautiful grounds. Learn why Touro Synagogue is considered one of the most architecturally distinguished buildings of 18th century America and why it stands as a symbol of religious freedom for all Americans. Lunch is on your own in Newport, followed by an audio tour of “The Elms.” This stunning Newport mansion was the summer home of coal magnate Edward Julius Berwind. Mr. Berwind and his wife Sarah commissioned Horace Trumbauer to build them a home modeled after the French Château d'Asnières in 1898. The home was completed in 1901, and remained in the family until the early 1960's. It was purchased by the Preservation Society of Newport County in 1962, within weeks of being demolished (yes, they were really going to demolish it!). It became a National Historic Landmark in 1996. Despite not having an ocean view like many of the other Newport mansions, this property makes up for it by being one of the best overall Newport mansion tours. Enjoy the self-guided audio tour at your leisure and pace. Continue this afternoon to a local vineyard for a tour, followed by wine-tasting.  Prepare for your evening, then depart for dinner at a local restaurant. Return to your hotel afterward for a restful night.

Day Three - Wednesday, September 24, 2025: Breakfast at your hotel this morning, then depart for audio tours of two of Newport's magnificent mansions. "The Breakers" is the grandest of Newport's summer "cottages," and a symbol of the Vanderbilt family's social and financial preeminence in turn-of-the-century America. "Marble House" was built between 1888 and 1892 and was inspired by the Petit Trianon at Versailles. After your visits, continue to the Brick Marketplace for lunch on your own, with time to browse the shops of your choice. The highlight of your afternoon is a one-hour cruise on Newport Harbor aboard the "Amazing Grace."  See Newport at its picture-perfect best as your narrator gives you close-up views of the lighthouses, America's Cup yachts, grand estates and much more. Return to your lodging later this afternoon for dinner and a relaxing evening.

Day Four - Thursday, September 25, 2025: After breakfast, check out and depart for home – taking wonderful memories with you of your vacation in the timeless elegance of Newport.