Sustainable Travel in Green Mountains. Eco-Friendly, Responsible Tourism, Conservation

Time-Based

From a brief layover to a week-long immersion, discover itineraries suited to your schedule.

Interest-Based

Pursue historical sites, culinary delights, outdoor adventures, or family-friendly fun.

Budget-Based

Explore options from a backpacker's low-cost journey to a luxurious, high-end escape.

Time-Based Itineraries

Match your Green Mountains experience to your available time.

Weekend Getaway 2-3 Days

Choose from popular regions for a focused visit.

Stowe / Smugglers' Notch Focus

Day 1: Hike Mount Mansfield or explore Smugglers' Notch State Park.
Evening: Explore Stowe village and local dining.
Day 2: Ben & Jerry's factory, Stowe Recreation Path.
Scenic gondola ride up Mount Mansfield.

Weekend Getaway Cont.

Alternative options for a charming weekend escape.

Woodstock / Quechee Focus

Day 1: Explore Woodstock village and boutiques.
Visit Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller A National Park of historical significance.
Day 2: Visit Quechee Gorge and Simon Pearce glassblowing.
Enjoy scenic drives, stopping at covered bridges.

One-Week Comprehensive

A balanced itinerary for a full week of Green Mountain exploration.

-Day Journey

Day 1-2: Northern The Green mountains range (Stowe/Smugglers' Notch).
Day 3-4: Central The Green mountains range (Mad River Valley/Waterbury).
Day 5-6: Southern Green Mountains (Manchester/Stratton).
Day 7: Departure from your chosen airport.

Two-Week In-Depth

For a dive, combine the one-week itinerary with additional regions.

Extended Exploration

Spend extra days in Burlington & Lake Champlain.
Add a visit to the remote Northeast Kingdom.
Focus extensively on hiking or cycling.
Incorporate food or craft trails for cultural insights.

-Hour Layover Highlights

Burlington Focus

Explore Church Street Marketplace. Walk along Lake Champlain's waterfront. Visit ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain.

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Southern Green Mountains

Drive through Manchester. Visit the Southern Vermont Arts Center. Enjoy a scenic drive on Route 7A, stopping at charming shops.

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Long-Term Stay

For prolonged visits, consider renting a vacation home for a month or more in a central location like Waitsfield or Waterbury. This allows for slow-paced exploration and living like a local.

Interest-Based Routes

Tailor your Green Mountains journey to your specific passions.

Historical & Heritage Focus

Journey through Vermont's past with visits to significant sites.

History Immersion

Bennington Battle Monument (southern Vermont).
President Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site (Plymouth Notch).
Justin Morrill Homestead (Strafford).
Explore historic Woodstock village.

Food & Culinary Experiences

Savor Vermont's flavors with a route dedicated to local produce and crafts.

Gourmet Journey

Seasonal maple sugarhouse tour (spring).
Visit Cabot Creamery or Grafton Cheese for sampling.
Craft brewery and distillery tours (e.g., The Alchemist).
Local farmers' markets and farm-to-table dining.

Adventure & Outdoor Activities

For thrill-seekers and nature enthusiasts, Vermont offers a wealth of outdoor pursuits.

Hiking & Biking

Hike Camel's Hump. Experience mountain biking at Killington Bike Park. Undertake a section hike of the Long Trail.

Water Activities

Kayak or paddleboard on Lake Champlain. Discover hidden swimming holes.

Scenic Drives

Enjoy a scenic drive through Smugglers' Notch for dramatic mountain views.

Family-Friendly Fun

Visit the Ben & Jerry's Factory. Catch the Vermont Teddy Bear Factory tour. Explore ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain. Enjoy activities at Smugglers' Notch Resort. Visit the Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS).

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