The Perfect Relaxing Getaway with The Ambiance of a Bygone Era...Luxury, Pampering, Waterfront Elegance, Life-Long Memories, with History To Boot!
Have you always dreamed of the perfect trip that combines great touring, incredible accommodations, and the ability to enjoy the resort you’re visiting? Then this is your dream trip! The Nonantum Resort located in the picturesque seaside town of Kennebunkport, Maine, offers one of the premier waterfront locations on the Southern Maine coastline and country as a whole. The Nonantum Resort was built in 1883 and opened on the Fourth of July of that year! Just a short walk to the center of Kennebunkport’s Dock Square - with its unique shops, boutiques, art galleries, sea captains’ homes, and historic landmarks. This beautiful resort features elegantly appointed rooms, private baths, dining overlooking Kennebunkport harbor, heated pool, hot tub, recreational activities and service reminiscent of days gone by. In fact, Yankee Magazine featured the Nonantum Resort as one of the best resorts in New England in 2018. Guests from across the nation and many other countries have come to the Nonantum to build life long memories. Our trip gives you the ability to enjoy all this amazing resorts boasts to its guests. Our feature highlight is our included Wine Class paired with your evening dinner, allowing you taste wines paired with amazing food, and the Ogunquit Playhouse with the Broadway Musical Show - Ain’t Too Proud - The Life & Times of the Temptations.
Our adventure is packed with tons of fun, value, and spectacular touring:
The Downeaster Train Ride - On our adventure travel up to Maine as it was done in the Victorian Age, via train. Enjoy a relaxing and scenic train ride on Amtrak's Downeaster into Portland, ME.
Portland, ME City Tour - Enjoy a fully narrated riding tour of Portland’s diverse history and architecture. The childhood home of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, The Victoria Mansion, and the bustling Old Port are just a few of the sites you’ll see as we travel from city streets to the rocky coast. Plus, enjoy some free-time in Portland’s Old Port to shop, dine, and explore at your own pace.
Kennebunkport, ME City Tour - Sit back & enjoy a guided tour of the quaint town of Kennebunkport where we’ll explore the town’s history and architecture along its main streets and back roads. See the romantic Wedding Cake House, George & Barbara Bush’s summer home, and stroll & admire the lovely gardens and shrines of the Franciscan Monastery.
Portsmouth, NH Free Time - Portsmouth boasts 400 years of history, culture, architecture, and scenic beauty, and you can experience it first-hand. Our program offers guests free time to explore the bustling downtown are of Portsmouth. Take in its trademark tugboats and working waterfront, vibrant Market Square, colorful Prescott Park, and more.
A Vineyard Wine Dinner - Whether a novice or a wine lover, you'll revel in our included Wine Dinner. Enjoy a fabulous multi-course meal that makes the taste buds explode with paired wines through the courses. Be pampered and spoiled the way you should be for an evening.
Ogunquit Playhouse Show - AIN’T TOO PROUD THE LIFE & TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS - The electrifying Broadway musical that follows The Temptations’ extraordinary journey from the streets of Detroit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. With their signature dance moves and unmistakable harmonies, they rose to the top of the charts creating an amazing 42 Top Ten Hits with 14 reaching number one. The rest is history — how they met, the groundbreaking heights they hit and how personal and political conflicts threatened to tear the group apart as the United States fell into civil unrest. This thrilling story of brotherhood, family, loyalty and betrayal is set to the beat of the group’s treasured hits, including “My Girl,” “Just My Imagination,” “Get Ready,” “Papa Was a Rolling Stone” and so many more.
• Travel via Amtrak Downeaster Train to Portland, ME
• Roundtrip Motorcoach Transportation
• 2 Nights Lodging at the beautiful Nonantum Resort
• 5 Meals - 2 Buffet Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 2 Dinners with 1 Being a Vineyard Wine Dinner!
• Guided Tours of Portland, ME & Kennebunkport, ME
• Evening Show at the Ogunquit Playhouse Featuring the Show Aint Too Proud - The Life & Times of the Temptations
• Free Time to Explore Downtown Portsmouth, NH
• Best of Times Travel Tour Manager (Gratuity Included)
• Optional Travelers Insurance by Chubb is offered - Click Here for Details on Chubb Travel Insurance Program
* Single Group Pick-Up. Non-Group Bookings will be required to travel to the nearest Best of Times or Group Set Pick-Up Location. Best of Times Travel will notify you of the closest departure point to where you live approximately 3 weeks prior to the trip departure date.
Here are the Specific Terms & Conditions of Sale For this program.
Rates and itineraries shown here were in effect at the time of printing and no changes are anticipated; however, Best of Times Travel reserves the right to withdraw any tour or to make any rate changes, as necessary. Prices are subject to change. A deposit is always required to confirm a reservation. A Deposit of $300pp, plus insurance premium (if selected) is due upon registration to confirm your reservation. Travel Insurance: We recommend your purchase of optional travel insurance. This optional travel insurance is per person and the premium is based on the overall trip cost. Travelers MUST purchase the plan at the time of initial deposit. Coverage will not be in place unless your full Deposit is received. Cancellation schedule and fees are in place regardless of cancellation reason (including, but not limited to, force majeure, health pandemics or government restrictions). Travel Insurance Premium is also Non-Refundable regardless of cancellation reason. Payment in full must be received by April 15th, 2026 or this may result in an automatic cancellation. Please note: All cancellations must be made in writing and sent to Best of Times Travel via traditional mail or emailed to cancellations@bestoftimestravel.com. The date of cancellation is deemed to be the date received by Best of Times Travel. Cancellation Charges for this programs are as follows: Cancellations from date of booking until 4/15/26 have no cancellation fee. Cancellations from 4/16/26 until 5/1/26 will be assessed a cancellation fee of 75% of the total fare. Cancellations after 5/1/26 will receive no refund, 100% of total fare. Best of Times Travel is not responsible for any refunds over and above said amount. Best of Times Travel reserves the right to issue any refunds, in whole or in part, in the form of future travel credit.
*Pre-Existing Medical Condition Exclusion Waiver has the following stipulations: plan must be purchased within 15 days of initial trip payment, insured must be medically able to travel at time of purchasing the plan, all pre-paid, non-refundable trip costs need to be insured. This information is a brief description of the features of this insurance program. Coverage & pricing may vary by state. The provision of this document is for informational purposes only and is not an insurance contract. Coverage is being marketed by Chubb Insurance Solutions Agency, Inc. located at 202 Halls Mills Road, Whitehouse Station, New Jersey 08889. Insurance benefits are underwritten by ACE Property & Casualty Insurance Company located at 436 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106.
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Your Bus Driver and Step On Guide Gratuities are NOT included in your package price. Our suggested gratuity amounts are $25 per person for the bus driver, and $6pp for Step-On Guides for the trip.
