Some of the best things about autumn are the leaves changing color, feeling the crisp air of winter coming right around the corner, and the comfort of a hot glass of apple cider.  October and November are the perfect months to travel and experience these seasonal perks.  One of the best places to go to experience a full spectrum of autumnal color is the East Coast.  New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, and other East Coast destinations offer both a natural beauty and fun activities.

October 24th is the last day to take a ride on Niagara Fall’s Maid of the Mist, a unique boat tour that brings you up close and personal with one of the most popular natural wonders of the world!  Then head down to Seneca Lake, where you can take a boat tour and marvel at the vibrant foliage.  While in the area, take advantage of the Seneca Wine Trail, the longest wine trail in New York.

Philadelphia offers numerous corn mazes and hayrides to get into the fall spirit.  If you prefer a more delectable adventure, check out some of the East Coast’s Oyster Festivals.  The Urbanna Oyster Festival in Virginia takes place November 5th-7th and features over 50 food vendors.  On October 16th-17th you can head over to the Long Island Oyster Festival, where you can participate in a shucking contest and listening to some live music.

Looking for a more intensive fall vacation?  Sign-up for the 11th Annual Wife Carrying Championships, a 278 yard race equipped with a muddy water hole and wooden obstacles.  The winning couple will receive the wife’s weight in beer, and 5 times the wife’s weight in cash!

Whatever you want to do this fall season, make sure to take a bus tour to check out all that the amazing Northeast has to offer!

East Coast Autumn Tours

2-Day Shenandoah Cavern, Washington D.C., Philadelphia, Baltimore Tour ** Super Value Tour** $96

3-Day Bus Tour to Washington D.C., Philadelphia, Niagara Falls from New York **Super Value Tour** $132

4-Day Orlando Vacation Package – 2 Theme Parks at Your Choice (3-Night Hotel Accommodations & Airport Transfers Inclusive) **Miami City Tour Upgrade Available During Christmas (12/20-12/26 Departure)** $331.

5 Day East Coast: US (Standard Quality) $405

5-Day Orlando Vacation Package – 3 Theme Parks at Your Choice (4-Night Hotel Accommodations & Airport Transfers Inclusive) **Miami City Tour Upgrade Available During Christmas (12/20-12/26 Departure)** $451

West Coast Autumn Tours

3-Day Bus Tour to Hoover Dam, South Rim Grand Canyon, Las Vegas from Los Angeles $99

3-Day Solvang – Hearst Castle – San Francisco – Yosemite Bus Tour  $115

3-Day Bus Tour to Grand Canyon West (Skywalk), Hoover Dam from Las Vegas (Depart from LV/End in LA/LV) ** 2 Nights in Las Vegas**  $130

4-Day Bus Tour Package to Grand Canyon South, Las Vegas from Los Angeles [USLA2-113] $208

4-Day Yosemite and San Francisco Bus Tour Package [USLA2-134] $208

4-Day Los Angeles Three Theme Parks Bus Tour Package [USLA2-122] $418

5-Day Bus Tour Package to Grand Canyon South, Las Vegas, Disneyland from Los Angeles [USLA2-114] $338

7-Day Bus Tour Package to Grand Canyon South, Hoover Dam, Las Vegas, San Francisco, Yosemite from Los Angeles [USLA2-130] $388