Overview
Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on Intrepid's 5 Day Hike Vermont: Fall Foliage. Regardless of whether you call it fall or autumn, you’ll be blown away by the changing colours of the Green Mountain State. This five-day hiking adventure will see you strolling through rolling farmland, reaching rarefied air as you ascend a 4000-footer, gazing into Canada on a clear day and enthusiastically chasing waterfalls. You'll also be able to restock your energy levels with stops at a maple farm, the Ben and Jerry’s factory and a cider mill, meaning you won’t be far from a sweet treat to reward the days’ efforts.
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Operator
Intrepid
Trip Style
Comfort
Budget
Affordable
Age Range
18-99 Years
Max. Group Size
8
Pace
Moderate
Guide Style
Fully Guided
Tour Code
SKTV
Itinerary
Welcome to Burlington! Your adventure will begin with an important welcome meeting at your hotel. It’s recommended that you arrive a day or two early, giving you a chance to stroll through Oakledge Park or the Church Street Marketplace. Once you’ve joined up with your group, you’ll head out to do a comfortable walk around a sustainable farm on the shores of Lake Champlain. There, you’ll enjoy a picnic lunch with views of Lone Tree Hill, Sheep’s Knoll and Butternut Hill. After lunch, drive to Warren, with a quick pit stop at one of the region’s iconic covered bridges. When you’ve checked into your lodgings, head to a group dinner at a local restaurant to end the day. (B/L/D)
After breakfast, head out for a double dose of hiking. While the Long Trail spans the length of Vermont, today you’ll only have to tackle a section on the flanks of Mount Grant. Stopping at a ledge offering views of Mount Mansfield, the state’s highest peak, you’ll have a picnic lunch before heading back to your vehicle. Your next stop will be a serene lake and waterfall, where you’ll be free to go for a refreshing swim if desired. To end the day on a sweet note you’ll visit a maple farm, where you’ll be given a tour and a chance to sample the wares. (B/L/D)
Today’s a peak for many travellers! You’ll be tackling Mount Abraham, one of the five ‘4000-footers’ found in Vermont. While the walk will start out easy, it will get steep and narrow as you near the summit, so prepare for your mettle to be tested! The view at the top will be more than worth your while, as on a clear day you can see Mount Mansfield to the north, Mount Washington (New Hampshire’s highest peak) to the east, and maybe even Canada! If visibility is limited, you’ll still be able to bask in the glow of the dense surrounding forest. Descending past calming creeks, there’ll be another sweet treat waiting for you after the day’s efforts – namely a trip to the Ben and Jerry’s factory. Go on a tour of the iconic ice cream maker’s factory and be sure to have a taster or two. (B/L/D)
After the efforts of the previous days, today will get off to a relaxing start. Enjoy a big breakfast followed by a short wander to the Moss Glen Falls – a photographer’s favourite! Drive along the stunning Stowe Scenic Auto Road on your way to the top of Mount Mansfield, Vermont’s tallest mountain. There, you’ll again hike along the Long Trail to the top of the Chin, Vermont’s highest point. It’ll make for a lunch spot like no other, as you pause for a picnic and soak in the awe-inspiring views. Head back to Stowe, where the afternoon is all yours. Feel free to wander around the historic downtown, settle in at a local brewery, cidery or winery or soar through the sky with an optional a canopy zipline. (B/L/D)
The final hike of your Vermont voyage takes you along the Pinnacle Trail to Stowe Pinnacle, providing a viewpoint that’ll give you room to reflect on just how far you’ve come. You’ll be able to scan the skyline for Mount Mansfield, Camel’s Hump and the Worcester and Sterling Mountain Ranges, taking in the awe-inspiring magic of the Green Mountains. When you’re ready you’ll head back down and find a spot for a picnic lunch. Ease into the end of your adventure with a stop at a cider mill, where you can toast your terrestrial triumphs with a glass of apple cider or satiate a sweet tooth with some baked goods. Then, head back to Burlington, where your adventure will end. If you’d like to spend more time here, just speak to your booking agent. (B/L)
Operator
Intrepid Travel has been taking travellers off the beaten track to discover the world's most amazing places for 30 years. Every trip is designed to truly experience local culture - to meet local people, try local food, take local transport and stay in local accommodation. Led by a local leader, our small group tours offer more a sustainable way to travel off the beaten track, while giving back to the places and people that travellers visit.
Prices & Dates
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Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Intrepid. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from the cruise-line and should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Intrepid. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from the cruise-line and should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
