Berkshires of Massachusetts Historic Homes

Embark on a journey of discovery through the Berkshire Mountains of Massachusetts. Explore the beautiful mountains, historic homes, meadows and idyllic villages of Lenox and Stockbridge, one of the oldest settlements in the Berkshires. Experience the natural beauty that inspired Herman Melville, Edith Wharton, Daniel Chester French and Norman Rockwell and examine how the ideals of the Shakers shaped the community. Depending upon the season you may wish to attend a performance at one of the popular theaters. This fabulous three-day tour is filled with a little something for everyone.

Highlights

The Mount, home of Edith Wharton
Hancock Shaker Village
Norman Rockwell Museum
Stockbridge, Massachusetts
Visit to the Chesterwood Historic Site

Day One

Check into our hotel in Lenox, MA or a nearby town for the next three evenings. Dinner is served at a popular local restaurant

Day Two

Breakfast is included at the hotel
Meet your local guide
Scenic driving tour of the cottages
Admission to the Mount
Lunch on your own in Pittsfield or at the Hancock Shaker Village
Admission to the Hancock Shaker Village
Dinner is included at an area restaurant

Day Three

Breakfast is served at the hotel
Admission to the Norman Rockwell Museum
Free time for lunch and shopping in the town of Stockbridge
Afternoon admission to the Berkshire Botanical Gardens or Chesterwood Historic Site
Dinner is served at a popular local restaurant
**(Depending on time of year you may have an evening show at the Berkshire Theater Festival, Williamstown Theater Festival or Tanglewood)

Day Four

Breakfast is served at the hotel. Depart for home with fond memories of your time spent in the Berkshires

Suggested Additional Attractions

Herman Melville’s Arrowhead

Naumkeag: Mable Choate Summer Home and Gardens

Bridge of Flowers

Sterling Clarke Art Museum

Mass MOCHA

Tanglewood : Summer Home of the Boston Symphony

Berkshire Summer Theater Festival

Williamstown Summer Theater Festival

Williamstown Theater Festival