Activity Details
Northwest of Boston, Concord is an affluent suburb that has been drawing visitors for centuries. The town is now not only known for its revolutionary ties, but also for its notable literary ties, including to Thoreau, Emerson, Hawthorne, and Alcott, with famous sites including the Old North Bridge, Orchard House and Walden Pond. Now, the town remains home to present-day notable authors, including Doris Kearns Goodwin, Alan Lightman and Gregory Maguire. Your guide will take you to several of the city’s highlights, including Sleepy Hollow Cemetery, which is the final resting place for several of the above-mentioned authors, and your tour includes tickets to explore Alcott’s home, Orchard House, at your own leisure. Your guide will take you back to Boston and drop you off at your hotel when the tour is finished.
Itinerary
Stop at: The Old North Bridge
Details: Stand at the site of the first battle of the American Revolutionary War
Duration: 45 min(s)
Stop at: The Old Manse
Details: Visit the Old Manse grounds, famous for its American historical and literary associations
Duration: 45 min(s)
Stop at: Walden Pond State Reservation
Details: Step back in time at Walden Pond where 18th century author Henry David Thoreau's Walden followed his yearning for the simple life.
Duration: 45 min(s)
Stop at: Sleepy Hollow Cemetery
Details: Stroll scenic Sleepy Hollow Cemetery - the final resting place for the the Alcott family, Thoreau, and Emerson at Author’s Ridge
Duration: 20 min(s)
Stop at: Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House
Details: Visit author Louisa May Alcott’s charming Orchard House and enjoy their guided tour of the historic home.
Duration: 40 min(s)
Admission Ticket Included
Details: Stand at the site of the first battle of the American Revolutionary War
Duration: 45 min(s)
Stop at: The Old Manse
Details: Visit the Old Manse grounds, famous for its American historical and literary associations
Duration: 45 min(s)
Stop at: Walden Pond State Reservation
Details: Step back in time at Walden Pond where 18th century author Henry David Thoreau's Walden followed his yearning for the simple life.
Duration: 45 min(s)
Stop at: Sleepy Hollow Cemetery
Details: Stroll scenic Sleepy Hollow Cemetery - the final resting place for the the Alcott family, Thoreau, and Emerson at Author’s Ridge
Duration: 20 min(s)
Stop at: Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House
Details: Visit author Louisa May Alcott’s charming Orchard House and enjoy their guided tour of the historic home.
Duration: 40 min(s)
Admission Ticket Included
Inclusions
- Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
- Entrance to Orchard House
- Hotel pickup/drop-off (if centrally located)
- Private transport throughout the tour
- A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group
Exclusions
- Food and drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend local favourites along the way
- Gratuities (optional)
Change & Refund Policies
- Free cancellation at or before 00:00 at least 1 day before the date of use
- Cancellations made after 00:00 at least 1 day before the date of use will incur a cancellation fee of 100%
- Partial cancellation of this booking is not permitted
How to Use It
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Meeting point:
- Details: By the steps of the main entrance of Trinity Church, in front of Copley Square.
- End point:
- Boston
- Address: Suffolk County,Massachusetts,United States
- Details: Finish point will be your hotel (if centrally located) or close to public transport and taxi links in Boston and the guide will assist with advising you on your journey.
- Your voucher will be sent to your email after your booking is confirmed. Please check the usage instructions on your voucher for more info about how to use it.
- Any traveler groups not mentioned in the booking options are not applicable for voucher use.
- For inquiries:
- 1. Tour-specific inquiries (including the itinerary and transport): Please refer to the Tour-Specific Inquiries section of your e-voucher to find the relevant tour organizer's details.
- 2. Change or cancellation issues: Please contact Trip.com Customer Support via the email address or contact numbers provided in your e-voucher.
Activity Essentials
Traveller Information
Adult: Age 100 and under
Notices
Wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
