Discover the Concord of writers including Thoreau, Emerson, Hawthorne, and Alcott on a private tour focused on literary history. From Louisa May Alcott’s Orchard House to Walden Pond, you’ll find the real-world places behind stories you love. Offering the option to meet your guide in Concord or at a central location in Boston, this tour can adapt to your schedule and preferences, without the fixed itinerary of a group excursion.

Private tour ensures personalized service from the guide
Literary tour foregrounds the things that interest you
Provided tickets gain entry to Louisa May Alcott’s Orchard House
Included transfers between Concord and Boston (optional)

What To Expect

Boston

Enjoy private transfers from Boston to Concord, and back, within your experience. You will also have free time for lunch in Concord(at your own expense).
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

The Old North Bridge

Visit the site of the first battle of the American Revolutionary War, the Old North Bridge, that not only offers lovely views but there are various historical monuments worth exploring.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Old Manse

Visit the Old Manse House grounds, famous for its American historical and literary associations as it was the home for both Ralph Waldo Emerson and Nathaniel Hawthorne.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sleepy Hollow Cemetery

Take a stroll down the scenic Sleepy Hollow Cemetery – the final resting place for the Alcott family, Thoreau, and Emerson at Author’s Ridge.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Louisa May Alcott’s Orchard House

Visit author Louisa May Alcott’s charming Orchard House and enjoy their guided tour of the historic home.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Walden Pond State Reservation

Travel back in time to Walden Pond, where 18th-century author Henry David Thoreau’s Walden followed his yearning for a simple life, not only historical but gorgeous.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Highlight

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Include

A friendly, professional English-speaking tour guide for your own private group
Private transportation including hotel pick up and drop off
Orchard House admission tickets

Exclude

Cost of lunch, and any food or drink, is not included
Gratuities
Additional tickets to attractions