7 days in Vermont, New Hampshire & Maine Itinerary

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Stowe
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North Conway
— 2 nights
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Bar Harbor, Mount Desert Island
— 2 nights
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Ogunquit
— 1 night
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Stowe — 1 night

The Ski Capital of the East

Stowe bustles in winter when skiers and snowboarders flock here to challenge themselves on the long, steep trails careening down Vermont's tallest peak, Mt.
On the 7th (Sat), stroll through Burlington Bike Path, then hunt for treasures at Church Street Marketplace, and then sample the fine beverages at Green Mountain Distillers. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: examine the collection at Shelburne Museum, pause for some serene contemplation at Blessed Sacrament Church, and then hike along Stowe Recreation Path.

To find reviews, photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Stowe trip planner.

Tampa to Stowe is an approximately 6.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. In October, Stowe is colder than Tampa - with highs of 60°F and lows of 39°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to North Conway.
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North Conway — 2 nights

North Conway combines colonial New England architecture with outlet shops selling goods from some of the world's most recognizable brands, all set amid the scenery of the White Mountains.
Kick off your visit on the 9th (Mon): find something for the whole family at Story Land, get a dose of the wild on Bretton Woods Canopy Tour, and then admire the sheer force of Glen Ellis Falls. On the next day, admire the sheer force of Diana's Baths, stroll through Cathedral Ledge, and then cruise along Kancamagus Highway.

For other places to visit, ratings, photos, and tourist information, use the North Conway trip planner.

You can drive from Stowe to North Conway in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a bus. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Stowe in October since evenings lows in North Conway dip to 45°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Bar Harbor.
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Bar Harbor, Mount Desert Island — 2 nights

Bar Harbor is a town on Mount Desert Island in Hancock County, Maine, United States. On the 11th (Wed), hike along Champlain Mountain & Beehive Loop Trail, then head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, and then look for all kinds of wild species at Shore Path. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: examine the collection at The Seal Cove Auto Museum, explore the landscape on two wheels at Carriage Roads, and then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Cadillac Mountain.

To see maps, reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, read Bar Harbor trip builder site.

You can drive from North Conway to Bar Harbor in 4.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of car and bus; or do a combination of bus and flight. In October in Bar Harbor, expect temperatures between 59°F during the day and 42°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Thu) so you can go by car to Ogunquit.
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Ogunquit — 1 night

Ogunquit means "beautiful place by the sea" in the language of the Native Americans who inhabited the region long ago, and this remains an accurate description of this holiday destination today.
On the 13th (Fri), appreciate the extensive heritage of Marginal Way Walkway, then take in the dramatic natural features at Perkins Cove, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Ogunquit Beach.

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Traveling by car from Bar Harbor to Ogunquit takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of flight, train, and bus; or take a bus. In October, daytime highs in Ogunquit are 62°F, while nighttime lows are 38°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight back home.
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Vermont travel guide

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The Green Mountain State
Known for its autumn foliage and maple syrup, Vermont is one of the country's smallest states in terms of both population and geographic area. Despite its small size and mostly rural character, the state boasts many picturesque places to visit, including Lake Champlain, one of the nation's largest freshwater bodies. Split in half by the Green Mountains--a popular holiday destination for hiking and skiing--Vermont features a rolling landscape dotted with farms and quaint towns known for their family-run inns, antique shops, and restaurants. Be sure to explore the state's many wild areas while on vacation, but beware of the so-called "mud season," a period of a few weeks when the state's unpaved roads become undrivable due to spring thaw.
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New Hampshire travel guide

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Geologic Formations · Theme Parks · Scenic Drive
The Granite State
One of the country's smallest and least populous states, New Hampshire's wealth of recreational offerings make it a popular vacation destination. Its many pristine natural areas attract skiers, snowmobilers, hikers, and mountaineers from around the world. Named after a county in England, New Hampshire was the first of the North American colonies to establish a government independent of Great Britain's authority. Though New Hampshire's official nickname refers to its extensive granite formations and quarries, the state's license plates carry the motto "Live Free or Die," reflecting the sense of independence prized by the famously terse natives. Find out why America's artists continue to find inspiration in New Hampshire by taking a trip to its quaint villages and sightseeing in the area's old colonial towns.
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Maine travel guide

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The Pine Tree State
The easternmost state in New England, Maine features an indented coastline and forested interior, carved eons ago by receding glaciers. Maine includes more lighthouses and quaint resort villages than you could ever hope to explore in a single trip, but the state is also one of the country's most sparsely populated, the majority of its land pristine and uninhabited wilderness. The temperate coastal regions, historically supported by fishing and lobstering, contain most of the state's urban centers and are the most popular spots in the state for holidays. The sea is the focus here, so it shouldn't come as a surprise that water plays an important role in the distinct character of the state, shaping its economy, tourism, cuisine, politics, sports, and art.
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