Lexington & Concord Private Tour (in your car with our guide)
Trip Highlights
Hear stories of brave individuals on both sides of the Revolutionary War
Visit more rural town of Concord and visit the Old North Bridge
Walk along gravel paths and native houses
Description
Travel 16 miles outside the city to the nearby communities where America was born. You’ll hear stories of brave individuals on both sides of the Revolutionary War and have an accurate, vivid picture of the action of April 19, 1775. History will come alive as your guide retells the story of the morning skirmish on quaint Lexington Green where 77 Minutemen stood against 700 British Red Coat soldiers in the first encounter of the Revolutionary War. A charming town, its Green has been carefully preserved and features several statues and historic monuments. View many colonial homes from the 1700’s around the Green and along our route.
*This tour requires our guide to ride along in your vehicle.
The price listed for for all walking tours is for up to 10 participants. Each additional guest is $10.00/person up to 30 people.
Tour info
Why take this tour?
Ride several miles past stonewalls and farmers’ fields to the more rural town of Concord and visit the Old North Bridge, where the local militia fired the “shot heard ‘round the world” at the British Soldiers in the first real battle of the War. Stand and view the serene Concord River flowing beneath the bridge, and snap a shot of the famous Minuteman statue, the first sculpture of local Daniel Chester French, who later sculpted the Lincoln Memorial.
Especially colorful in fall, the rural landscape is reminiscent of centuries past. Pass by Author’s Row and pause by the 1800’s homes of Louisa May Alcott, Nathaniel Hawthorne, and Ralph Waldo Emerson. This tour will elicit a memory-jog of your past history courses and a true sense of the beauty of New England.
Duration from starting at Lexington Green, visiting Concord and the North Bridge, to an ending in Lexington is approximately 2.25 hours. Walking along uneven pavement and gravel paths is minimal as most of the scenery is seen driving. A vehicle is necessary for this tour.
A side trip to Concord’s Sleepy Hollow Cemetery to visit the graves of Louisa May Alcott, Henry David Thoreau, Nathaniel Hawthorne and Ralph Waldo Emerson may be added with an additional 30 minutes. Walking up a short steep slope of approximately 60 feet in length is necessary to view the graves.
Included
Local Tour Guide
Photographic Sceneries
May be extended to up to 3 hours if desired
Things to know
Payment
Full payment is required in advance by major credit cards to reserve tour date. We also accept payments via Venmo. Every attempt is made to keep the booking calendar current but issues can arise. Alternate dates or times or full refunds will be offered if a tour cannot be offered after making an online booking.
Full payment is required in advance by major credit cards to reserve tour date. We also accept payments via Venmo. Every attempt is made to keep the booking calendar current but issues can arise. Alternate dates or times or full refunds will be offered if a tour cannot be offered after making an online booking.
Adjustments to cost
Adjustments to cost may be necessary if the itinerary or length of tour changes. Does not include any charges to optional sites that may charge admission.
Want to give a gift card for a tour or part of a tour? We've got you covered!
Adjustments to cost may be necessary if the itinerary or length of tour changes. Does not include any charges to optional sites that may charge admission.
Want to give a gift card for a tour or part of a tour? We've got you covered!
Custom Private Tours Cost
The cost of a custom, private tour is often less for a family than a trolley bus or duck tour because you do not pay by the person, but by the tour! Because every tour is different, costs can vary by booking. Please contact us for specific pricing information on private tours.
The cost of a custom, private tour is often less for a family than a trolley bus or duck tour because you do not pay by the person, but by the tour! Because every tour is different, costs can vary by booking. Please contact us for specific pricing information on private tours.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation of a reservation must be made at least 72 hours prior to the tour to qualify for a full refund. 50% refund between 48-72 hours.
No refunds will be issued within 48 hours of a tour.
Cancellation of a reservation must be made at least 72 hours prior to the tour to qualify for a full refund. 50% refund between 48-72 hours.
No refunds will be issued within 48 hours of a tour.
Did You Know?
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We appreciate you booking directly with us!
Booking directly with a company and not through a third-party vendor saves that small business a lot of money. Our booking service is safe, reliable and we will not need to pay a commission to a huge online travel agency.
We appreciate you booking directly with us!
Online booking fee
Online booking fee (5 percent) is not included in the cost of the tour and is added at checkout if booked through our website. Call us to book to save 5 percent!
Online booking fee (5 percent) is not included in the cost of the tour and is added at checkout if booked through our website. Call us to book to save 5 percent!
Booking Preference
If a particular date or time is not showing as available, or for custom tours, please call us at 866-817-TOUR or email us: info@bostontours.com
If a particular date or time is not showing as available, or for custom tours, please call us at 866-817-TOUR or email us: info@bostontours.com
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