Massachusetts/New York
On the Road: Autumn in the Berkshires and Hudson Valley
Program No. 21402RJ
Treat your senses to an exploration of classic New England as you discover vibrant foliage, picturesque towns, the Norman Rockwell Museum and historic Red Lion Inn in Stockbridge.
Participant Reviews
Based on 25 Reviews
SHOWING
This is a perfect Fall experience. So many wonderful and surprising sites are included. The days are full but thoroughly enjoyable, Go!!
— Review left November 1, 2025
I enjoyed the entire program and I could not have hand-picked a better Group Leader! Unfortunately, this trip was during the Government shut-down so we could not do the Presidential Libraries or Federal sights originally planned, but the activities put in their place were fine and enjoyable.
— Review left October 20, 2025
This was an AMAZING trip. Our tour guide Gayle Felix was EXCEPTIONAL!!! One of the best tour guides I’ve had on Road Scholar. LOVED this trip! Would HIGHLY recommend doing this trip. THANK YOU!!!
— Review left November 19, 2024
The itinerary for this trip is jam packed with a variety of delightful adventures. It has been fine tuned to offer something(s) for everyone's taste. The beautiful fall foliage everywhere ices the cake!
— Review left October 27, 2024
On The Road: Autumn in the Berkshires and Hudson Valley was my first Road Scholar trip, but it won’t be my last. Thank you Gayle Felix and Road Scholar for a wonderful experience!
— Review left September 22, 2024
This well-organized program tours the spectacular countryside of the Massachusetts Berkshires and the Hudson Valley. The tour includes visits to homes and communities, both well-known and lesser known in American history.
— Review left September 22, 2024
Great trip the views of the Hudson River Valley are incredible! A must see adventure into the past history of America!
— Review left November 9, 2023
On The Road: Autumn In The Berkshires And Hudson Valley is the perfect program if you like historical places and enjoy beautiful scenery! Touring the Kennedy Library, the Norman Rockwell Museum, Edith Wharton's home, the Hancock Shaker Village, and Olana were very interesting. The Franklin Roosevelt Library and home were profound, and touring Eleanor Roosevelt's Val-Kill was a major treat!!! Top that off with a tour of West Point and your trip will be a memorable treasure!!! The history and remarkable graduates of West Point will leave you speechless!
— Review left November 8, 2023
This was the 21st RoadScholar trip my husband and I joined in our 10+ years of retirement. This area of the country has lots to see and do and we were on the go - favorites were being in beautiful Stockbridge and staying at the historic Red Lion Inn, touring the Hancock Shaker Village, the Norman Rockwell Museum and Studio, West Point, FDR home and museum, and Eleanor Roosevelt’s Val-Kill home, The Vanderbuilt Mansion and Boscobel. I would strongly recommend this trip.
— Review left November 1, 2023
Enjoyed this program immensely but not given time to experience the past because I felt rushed!
— Review left October 30, 2023
Road Scholars provided us with an opportunity to see a lot, learn about many interesting people and places, and visit many sites on the east coast we had always wanted to experience. We loved everything we did on this educational trip.
— Review left October 26, 2023
A very enjoyable trip through historic and beautiful countryside. I was much impressed with what I learned about FDR, particularly his leadership during World War II. The trip is not rigorous, but you need to be able climb stairs and lift your legs to ease into a deep tub.
Shelia M. is an accomplished, well-organized group leader.
— Review left October 24, 2023
Great program with lots of physical activity, as well as mental stimulation.
— Review left September 26, 2023
Road Scholar has done an amazing job with the Berkshires and Hudson Valley program to provide a comprehensive offering of museums, historical homes and presidential libraries, as well as a tour of West Point. The meals and hotels were wonderful, and the interaction with fellow Road Scholars was warm and welcoming. I can’t recommend this program enough—it was outstanding. Time to get on the road with this program and enjoy it for yourself!
— Review left September 26, 2023
The highlights of this trip were the visits to the JFK Library,the Norman Rockwell Museum, Edith Wharton's Estate, Frederic Church's home, the FDR Home/Library and Val-Kill, and free time to wander around the town of Stockbridge---great trip for US history buffs.
— Review left November 1, 2022
great trip. well chosen to balance art, history and ambiance of new england
in the fall.
— Review left October 17, 2022
Enjoyable trip. Presidential libraries, Norman Rockwell, West Point were highlights. Beautiful scenery enhanced by changing leaves. Our guide, Sheila, kept us engaged, moving and laughing. Fun group of fellow travelers.
— Review left October 13, 2022
I would highly recommend Road Scholar for content and ease of travel.
— Review left October 11, 2022
A great trip...we hope to return to Road Scholar in the future.
— Review left October 9, 2022
Visiting West Point, presidential libraries and museums as well as staying at the Ted Lion Inn were on my wish list and I got to see and experience them all thanks to this trip. Our group leader, Mary, was excellent in every way.
— Review left October 4, 2022
When I'm traveling I like to see and experience as much as possible and Road Scholar (RS) delivers! We visited mansions (The Mount, Vanderbilt Mansion, FDR home, Boscobel), historic homes (Mission House and Val-Kil), presidential libraries (JFK and FDR), art galleries (Norman Rockwell, Thomas Cole), historic communities (Shaker Village, Norman Rockwell's Stockbridge, Huguenot Street) and a military academy (West Point) as we traveled through lush mountain scenery. Tour guides were excellent communicators and knew their subject well. We had the privilege of staying at Norman Rockwell's historic Red Lion Inn, the inn pictured in Norman Rockwell paintings. There was something for every traveler. I personally enjoyed it all...
— Review left September 28, 2022
It worked. Some don't.
— Review left December 2, 2019
This tour met all my expectations for Fall in New England & Hudson Valley. It was a good combination of touring, education & fun activities, all packed into one week.
— Review left November 1, 2019
I can't imagine a better trip for a first time traveler with Road Scholar. Ahead of time they send you materials to reassure you of each days' events as well as suggestions to help your packing and traveling. What was a big big help to me was that I didn't have to worry about transportation getting to the beginning location and then the return to the airport.
— Review left October 29, 2019
This program is filled with interesting outings that were enjoyable to visit. So much learning took place and the countryside was beautiful.
— Review left October 28, 2019