Step into Revolutionary history and literary legend on a private 6.5-hour guided tour from Boston, with exclusive access to iconic sites.
Getting started
Your guide will pick you up directly from your Boston hotel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. After a brief introduction to the day’s itinerary, you’ll set off for Lexington, with all tickets and logistics handled for you.
What to expect
Lexington and Concord: Birthplace of the American Revolution
Explore the pivotal towns where the first shots of the American Revolution rang out and where literary giants found inspiration. Your expert guide brings to life both the dramatic battles and the creative spirit that shaped American identity.
Features
Lexington Battle Green: Stand where 80 colonial militiamen faced 700 British soldiers on April 19, 1775, the site of the Revolution’s first casualties and one of only seven places where the American flag flies 24/7 by order of Congress.
Buckman Tavern: Step inside the 18th-century tavern where the Lexington militia gathered before battle. See the original door with a musket ball hole and the Tap Room where Captain Parker’s men awaited the British.
Old North Bridge: Walk across the reconstructed bridge in Concord where “the shot heard around the world” was fired, marking the first organized American resistance.
Sleepy Hollow Cemetery: Visit Author’s Ridge, the final resting place of Thoreau, Emerson, Alcott, and Hawthorne. Join the tradition of leaving pencils at their graves as a tribute to their literary legacies.
Orchard House: Tour the historic home where Louisa May Alcott wrote Little Women, viewing her writing desk and the family’s creative spaces.
Walden Pond: See the glacial pond and replica cabin where Thoreau lived and wrote, reflecting on simplicity and nature.
Flexible private itinerary: Enjoy a personalized experience with hotel pickup, drop-off, and a one-hour lunch break in historic Concord.
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Wear sturdy, comfortable shoes suitable for walking and dress for the weather, as the tour takes place regardless of rain or sunshine.
Carry a bottle of water for convenience; extra water is typically available during the trip.
Families traveling with children under 8 years old or shorter than 57 inches must bring a suitable car seat, as these are not supplied.
Pack light and bring only necessary personal belongings, since storage space inside the vehicle is limited.
Oversized luggage or multiple suitcases may not be accommodated for groups larger than four due to vehicle capacity limits.
Animals are not permitted, except for certified service animals.
Smoking, alcohol consumption, and illegal substances are strictly banned throughout the journey and at all stops.
Departure times are flexible and can usually be arranged between 9am and 12pm.
Meals are not included, but you’ll have a one-hour stop in Concord to purchase lunch independently.
Tips are not included; typical gratuity ranges from $10–$20 per hour.
Tours run in all weather conditions, so plan your attire accordingly.
Hotel pickup and drop-off are provided within designated areas; locations outside this range may require an extra charge.
Guests of all ages may join, but legally required child safety seats must be provided by the traveler. Failure to do so may result in the tour being canceled without refund.
Cancellation is allowed up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time. Variant-specific cancellation policies may apply.
