For three weeks every June, the fields of New Hampshire are alive with the color of lupines, a rich purple flower.

It's also an ideal time to spot moose roaming around the mountains of this beautiful state.

That's where we've come up with the Purple Moose Tour.

• Round-trip motorcoach transportation

• Three-night stay at Mountain Club on Loon Resort

• Seven meals (3 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners)

• Evening wildlife presentation

• Scenic train ride on the Cog Railway to Mount Washington

• Photo opportunities for lupines in bloom

• Horse-drawn wagon ride through a Christmas tree farm

• Self-guided tour of the historic Omni Mount Washington

• Tour through White Mountains

• Evening Moose Tour

• Visit to Fadden's General Store

  
  

PICKUPS

6:30 a.m. - Wyoming Valley Mall

7:15 a.m. - Green Ridge Plaza

• Lunch stop en route to New Hampshire (on your own)

• Check in to The Mountain Club on Loon, Lincoln, N.H.

• Dinner at the hotel or local restaurant - TBA (included)

• Breakfast at the hotel (included)

• Scenic train ride aboard Cog Railway to Mount Washington

• Boxed lunch at Cog Railway (included)

• Photo opportunities along lupine fields

• Dinner at the hotel or local restaurant - TBD (included)

• Breakfast at the hotel (included)

• Guided tour of region

• Horse-drawn wagon ride through Christmas tree farm

• Lunch at a restaurant TBD (included)

• Self-guided tour of Omni

• Dinner on your own at the hotel or a local restaurant

• Evening moose tour

• Breakfast at the hotel (included)

• Visit to Fadden's General Store & Maple Syrup House

• Depart for home

DROPOFFS (estimated)

8 p.m. - Green Ridge Plaza

8:45 p.m. - Wyoming Valley Mall

Please review our policies before making your reservation.

CANCELLATIONS

• All sales are final.

• Refunds will not be issued for tours -- no exceptions.

• Therefore, we recommend travel insurance which is now being offered through our partner, Trip Mate. You may use this link to get a quote or to purchase the insurance.

• As a reminder, the deposit on a multi-day tour is non-refundable.

• If it becomes necessary for Martz Travel to cancel a tour, the full price will be refunded. You have the option of receiving a refund in the form of a gift certificate that may be redeemed for a future Martz Tour.

ACCESSIBILITY

If you require special assistance getting on or off the bus, or if you are bringing a wheelchair or scooter, please make note of it in the Comments section when making your reservation.

Marshfield Base Station is fully handicap accessible with restrooms in the main and lower lobbies and an elevator providing access to both levels.

There are three steps leading to the boarding deck which has narrow aisles and doorways.

A mobility-impaired guest must be capable of transferring from their wheelchair or other device by themselves or with assistance to their assigned seat on the coach.

If space permits, a folding wheelchair or walker may be transferred to the train.

Due to space and weight limitations, motorized wheelchairs cannot be transported on the train. The venue will provide a folding wheelchair for use at the summit. If you would like to reserve a wheelchair or walker at the summit, please make note of it in the Comments section.

WALKABILITY

There is a moderate amount of walking involved in this tour. The bus will transport you to each venue and drop you off as close to the entrance as possible each time.

HOTEL INFO

We will stay at the Mountain Club on Loon in Lincoln, N.H., which has an indoor pool, fitness center, restaurant and pub.

You may request a room with two beds and we will pass it on to the hotels but since they are limited, we cannot guarantee that you will be assigned a room with two beds. Requests made after the rooming list has been submitted to the hotel (usually 4-6 weeks before the departure date) cannot be accommodated.

VENUE INFO

The Mount Washington Cog Railway is a three-hour, scenic train ride to the top of Mount Washington, the Northeast's highest peak. Great photo opportunities.

Note: Even though this tour is in June, the weather at the summit is unpredictable and it's always considerably colder and windier than at the base station -- so bring warm clothes. Dressing is layers is your best bet.

It's not unusual to need a winter jacket, hat and gloves at this time of the year.

The terrain beyond the boarding platform and visitor center is steep, rocky and can be difficult so sturdy footwear is recommended.

Following a buffet luncheon at the Omni Mount Washington, we will take a slef-guided tour of this historic hotel which was built in 1902. This hotel was a favorite New England retreat of celebrities include three U.S. presidents, Thomas Edison and Babe Ruth.

The moose tour varies in length depending on how many moose we spot and how early in the night we find them. The tour may last as long as three hours.

Fadden's General Store & Maple Sugarhouse is a New Hampshire staple and a must-see while in the Granite State. Browse through this authentic, old-fashioned general store which has been family-owned since 1896. Its onsite maple sugar house is a five-time winner of "Best Maple Syrup in New Hampshire."

MEALS

Breakfast is included on Days 2, 3 & 4 at the hotel.

A boxed lunch is included on Day 2 and a luncheon buffet is included on Day 3.

Dinners are included on Days 1 & 2 at either the hotel or a local restaurant. You will be notified of the location before the departure date.

If you are asked to make a meal selection, orders placed after the deadline (usually two weeks to one month before the departure) may not be received.

BUS SEATING

While we try our best to accommodate all requests, we cannot guarantee you will be assigned the seat of your choice. If you have a  preference, please make note of it in the Comments section when booking your trip. We are committed to meeting the specific health and mobility needs of our passengers.