Cape Cod & The Islands

Departure Information:
6:00 AM –      Elite Coach Parking Lot – 1685 W Main St, Ephrata
(please park in the spaces behind the office building)
6:45 AM –      Lancaster Shopping Center – 1515 Lititz Pike, Lancaster
(please park in the lot that is along the Oregon Pike side of the old A.C. Moore building)

Loading will begin 15 minutes prior to departure time.

Return Information:
7:00 PM (Approx.) – Lancaster Shopping Center
7:45 PM (Approx.) – Elite Coach

 Itinerary, inclusions, timing, and pricing subject to change without notice. 

Day 2: Tuesday, June 24

Following breakfast at the hotel, we will travel historic Route 6A, the Old King’s Highway, a scenic byway winding through centuries of Cape Cod history. It winds past hundreds of historic structures which characterize its early development. We will view a windmill, a Cape Cod Lighthouse, and visit the Cape Cod National Seashore Visitor’s Center.

Sand dunes and the ocean surround us as we approach Provincetown at the extreme tip of Cape Cod. Formerly known as the “Province Lands”, the pilgrims landed here first before they decided to settle across the bay in Plymouth. Lunch will be on your own with time to enjoy the wonderful restaurants, shops, and galleries that make this village so unique.

This afternoon, climb aboard for an amazing experience of Whale Watching (3 hours). Travel into the natural habitat of a diverse marine environment including birds that migrate here from all over the Atlantic, and fish which use these shallow waters to feed. Try to spot Humpback, Minke, and Fin Whales going about their daily business. An onboard naturalist will introduce us to everything we see, and will answer any questions about the whales, birds, fish, and lighthouses.

YOU MAY CHOOSE TO STAY ON DRY LAND and take part in a Dune Tour Excursion (1 hour) instead. Ride through the protected lands of the Cape Cod National Seashore, the largest protected coastline in the country. The guide will point out the “dune shacks” where famous artists and writers became inspired to create their art.

Dinner is included this evening at a local restaurant.

Day 4: Thursday, June 26

Breakfast will be at the hotel this morning before we depart for the island of your choice.

Those going to Martha’s Vineyard will board the 9 AM ferry. Upon arrival, we will board a local bus for a sightseeing tour. We will learn about the history and lifestyles of the islanders as we pass through Vineyard Haven. There will be free time for lunch and shopping in the historic whaling town of Edgartown. Complete the day on the island in Oak Bluffs. You may choose to stroll through “Cottage City” with its brightly painted cottages and “gingerbread” trim.

If you choose to visit Nantucket, we will board the 9:30 AM ferry. Upon arrival, the guide will point out the restaurants, galleries, shops, and museums that are within walking distance of the dock. Admission to participate in an island bus tour is included. Wear comfortable walking shoes for the cobblestone streets and brick sidewalks that line Nantucket’s downtown area. Enjoy the day exploring and shopping on your own!

Dinner is on your own this evening.