Vermont: Fall Foliage - Goshen to Stowe

A 6-Day Country Walkers tour starting from $2,598

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Starting Price:	$2,598
Tour Length:	6 Days
Countries Visited:	United States

More Information About This Tour:

Tour Type:

Adventure Tours

Tour Category:

USA Tour

Tour Operator:

Country Walkers

Tour Code:

CWVER

Cities Visited:
Burlington, Stowe, Goshen

With more than 700 miles of hiking trails winding through untamed landscapes, quaint country villages, and the picturesque Green Mountains, Vermont is an ideal walking destination. Naturally, a trip to the Green Mountain State calls for a walk along the Robert Frost Trail, named after the famed poet who spent many summers in the area teaching and writing. Following forest and mountain paths, you encounter cool rushing streams and a blaze of fall colors—gold, scarlet, and orange—en route to Silver Lake and the enchanting villages of Goshen and Stowe (with their delightful shops and galleries). In Little River State Park, the historic remains of a pioneer settlement from the late 1700s are exposed, while in Smugglers’ Notch a boulder-lined passage marks the route used to transport illegal goods in the 1800s. A ridgeline walk atop Mt. Mansfield is unforgettable—offering breathtaking views of Lake Champlain, the Adirondacks, and even Canada’s Mount Royal—as is a trek amid rolling pastures with grazing cows, historic farms and brightly painted barns, and sugar-maple groves. Your accommodations include two wonderful inns (one converted from an original 1813 farmhouse and the other from an 1833 residence) that exude warmth and offer gourmet cuisine prepared with local ingredients.

Two expert, local guides (for groups of 8 or more), with you 24/7

All meals except for one dinner; wine or beer included with dinners

All accommodations (with private baths) while on tour

Transportation from the meeting to the departure point

Entrance fees and special events as noted in the itinerary

Basic travel insurance coverage (see Travel Insurance section that follows)

The exclusive ease of a mobile phone rental with our Cellhire partnership. Receive preferred calling rates, free phone rental, and complimentary shipping of mobile phones

The unbeatable and cumulative experience of the Country Walkers staff

DAY 1
Arrival in Burlington. Transfer to Goshen; 2-3 miles, easy

The tour meets at the Burlington International Airport where you immediately depart for a scenic 1½-hour drive to your home for the next two nights. The Blueberry Hill Inn is located on 120 private acres near Moosalamoo, a section of the Green Mountain National Forest, in central Vermont. This original 1813 farmhouse, adorned with antiques and handmade quilts, exudes warmth and rustic charm. Later in the afternoon you embark on a short warm-up walk along trails that surround the inn. Dinner this evening is served in the inn’s comfortable dining room. After dinner you have time to relax and enjoy the inn’s charming and peaceful environment.
Blueberry Hill Inn, Goshen

DAY 2
Silver Lake Trail and Falls of Lana; 2-4 miles, easy to moderate. Optional afternoon hike of Hogback Mtn. Loop; 3 miles, easy to moderate

After enjoying a full country breakfast, you set off to explore the trails around nearby Silver Lake. Wooded paths, brilliant colors, and lake views dot the landscape as you walk through this unspoiled region. You wander from Silver Lake down to an overlook of the Falls of Lana—part of Sucker Brook which flows into Lake Dunmore. This afternoon you have time to relax on the porch of the inn or soothe your muscles in the wood-fired sauna. Or, you may want to join the guides on this three mile loop walk featuring 200-year-old maples, a beautiful blueberry meadow, and gorgeous views. A wonderful dinner is prepared for you tonight in the comfort of the inn’s dining room.
Blueberry Hill Inn, Goshen

DAY 3
Robert Frost Trail; 1 mile easy. Little River State Park; 3-4 miles, moderate. Transfer to Stowe.

After another enjoyable breakfast, you leave Goshen for the approximate 1½ hour drive towards Stowe. However, not far from the inn you stop to enjoy a one-mile wooded trail loop on the Robert Frost Trail, which commemorates the poetry of Robert Frost, who spent 23 summers in this area. Having stretched your legs you settle in for the drive north towards Little River State Park, stopping in the charming village of Warren and the Warren General Store where you pick up a moveable feast before arriving at the State Park. This region was once a settlement, home to 50 pioneer families in the early to mid-1800s. A wooded path takes you past remnants of old town buildings, a schoolhouse, and cemeteries; all evidence of a once-thriving community. Following a picnic lunch you continue on to Stowe, where wooded trails welcome, and spectacular views abound. Your home for the next few evenings is an inn situated in the heart of Stowe village amidst the Green Mountains. New England charm and excellent cuisine provide a warm welcome at the end of an active day.
The Green Mountain Inn, Stowe

DAY 4
Mt. Mansfield; 3 miles, moderate to challenging

Today you drive to Smuggler’s Notch—the deep, boulder-laden passageway between Mt. Mansfield and Sterling Peak. In the early 1800s, Smuggler’s Notch was used as a route for smuggling goods in and out of Canada. After ascending Mt. Mansfield by van, you begin a walk at the visitors’ center located near the top of the mountain. On a clear day, this ridgeline walk provides breathtaking views of Lake Champlain and several mountain ranges including the Adirondacks, the White Mountains, the Green Mountains, and Mount Royal in Canada. At 4,393 feet, Mt. Mansfield is the state’s highest summit and supports the largest of three alpine ecosystems in Vermont. Its alpine vegetation survives high winds, extreme temperatures, and considerable precipitation. Mt. Mansfield also supports numerous forest ecosystems that are noticeable as you traverse the ridge. There is time this afternoon to further explore the village of Stowe, take a stroll along its recreation path, or simply relax and enjoy the tranquility of your inn. Tonight you are on your own for dinner, choosing from many local restaurants within easy walking distance. Your guides will be happy to assist in your choice.
The Green Mountain Inn, Stowe

DAY 5
Bull Moose Pasture; 4 miles, easy

Today’s walk takes you to beautiful Bull Moose Pasture. You pass working farms, sugar maple groves, and meadows dotted with Vermont’s ubiquitous Holstein cows. Autumn features spectacular fall foliage as leaves of maple, birch, and poplar trees change to dazzling shades of red, orange, and yellow. This afternoon you take time to visit with George Woodard, a third generation Vermont organic dairy farmer and storyteller. From George you gain a better understanding of Vermont’s history of dairy farming and maple sugaring as you picnic in his meadows overlooking Camel’s Hump, Vermont’s third highest peak. This evening you gather for a final dinner at the inn.
The Green Mountain Inn, Stowe

DAY 6
Guide's choice. Departure

After a final breakfast at the inn your guides will offer a final walk depending largely on the weather and will be chosen from their repertoire of highlights in the area. Excellent views of nearby mountains painted with colorful foliage leaves a lasting impression of your visit to Vermont. Following a final lunch as a group, you transfer to the Burlington International Airport in time for early evening flights.

Itinerary Changes
Please bear in mind that this is a typical itinerary, and the actual activities, sites, and accommodations may vary due to season, special events, weather, or transportation schedules. We reserve the right to alter the itinerary since tour arrangements are made up to a year in advance, and unforeseen circumstances that mandate change may arise. Itinerary changes are made to improve the tour and your experience.



Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
9/23/2012 - 9/28/2012	$2,698
10/7/2012 - 10/12/2012	$2,698
Note: Departures appearing above in green are guaranteed to operate by the tour operator.

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Walk on Mt. Mansfield, Vermont's highest peak

Village of Stowe - shops, galleries, and restaurants

Country inn accommodations and gourmet cuisine

2011 Price: $2,598

2012 Price: $2,698

2011 Single Supplement $555

2012 Single Supplement $500

Walk Ratings:

Easy to moderate terrain

2-6 miles per day with occasional options

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