This morning we begin our journey to Lake Placid, a perfect place to immerse ourselves in Fall. A quaint little village surrounded by the Adirondack Mountains, expect to see beauty all around. We travel to Pennsylvania today and have an included dinner before checking into our hotel. (D)

Today we travel north into the Poconos where we find the charming town of Jim Thorpe. Nestled at the southern part of the mountain range, we visit the Old Jail, once home to the “Molly Maguires”, and Mauch Chunk Museum where we discover how Pennsylvania’s landscape was forever changed by coal mining. We stop by the historic Pocono Mountains mansion of Asa Packer whose accomplishments include building Lehigh Valley Railroad and founding Lehigh University. We’ll explore the highlights, history, architecture and artwork of St. John’s and St. Mark’s Church. From the Tiffany windows to the amazing Caen stone reredos, it’s a sight to behold. We overnight in Lehighton this evening.

Delaware Water Gap provides an opportunity to be immersed in striking scenery along 40 miles of the longest free-flowing river east of the Mississippi. On our drive through the area, we see Bushkill Falls, a unique series of eight waterfalls, nestled deep in the wooded Pocono Mountains. Some visit the Museum at Bethel Woods to relive the past and their journey to Woodstock. Others come to experience what it was like for the first time. As we step inside the exhibit, we can glance back at the unique experience of the 1969 festival and see the stories of those who were actually there. We check in our area hotel later today.

Whether as a private residence, a sportsman’s retreat, or an entertainment headquarters, people have been enjoying Sagamore and its surrounding wild lands for over a hundred years. After marveling at the rustic luxury enjoyed by the Vanderbilt family at the Great Camp Sagamore, we indulge our senses with a gourmet brunch and a historic cruise on Raquette Lake. Next we explore the fascinating regional history at the Adirondack Experience. With over 20 historical and contemporary buildings on 121 acres overlooking Blue Mountain Lake, this open air campus offers lots to see and do. Our home for the next two nights is in Lake Placid. L

Our local guide joins us today as we begin a scenic drive up Veterans Memorial Highway to the stunning mountaintop of Whiteface Summit. An elevator brings us to the top for 360-degree, panoramic views. Next our adventure takes us to beautiful Mount Van Hoevenberg for a walking-riding excursion. We have lunch on our own in Lake Placid then hop on the Skyride Gondola for a ride to the base of the jump towers at the Olympic Jumping Complex then take the glass elevator to enjoy the best views at the tower platform of the 128 meter jump. Our last stop will be where Miracle on Ice took place, the Lake Placid Olympic Center. Journey through the historic halls and visit ice rinks immersed in the Olympic Legacy. We have a dinner included together this evening. (D)

Located in the southern part of the Adirondacks, is Lake George, one of the world’s cleanest and clearest of the large lakes. On the lake’s shore, we see Fort William Henry Museum. Visiting the museum, we are greeted by a knowledgeable 18th-century military guide in period uniform. Transported back to the French and Indian War when British and French forces clashed over territory, we see the life of a soldier as we explore the fort’s grounds and witness the dramatic power of live musket and cannon fire making history truly come to life. Next we enjoy a boxed lunch and cruise on Lake George to experience the beauty of the lake and the surrounding Adirondack Mountains. Enjoy the colors of Fall as we ride through the famous Catskill Mountains, arriving later today for our overnight stop. (L)

After lunch we arrive at Nemours Estate. This 300-acre country estate of the late industrialist and philanthropist, Alfred I. DuPont. The 4700 square foot mansion looms over the surrounding formal gardens and is furnished with fine antiques, famous artwork and other treasures. Traveling on, we arrive south of Baltimore in time to check in, then tonight we take our seats at Toby’s Dinner Theatre for a buffet dinner and a musical performance of “Saturday Night Fever.” (D)

Filled with loads of fun, lots of great food and fabulous fall foliage, what an awesome trip we have had!