If you are thinking of taking a trip somewhere, I highly recommend using ChatGPT to develop an itinerary. My wife wants to go to New England this year to view the fall foliage so I asked ChatGPT to give me an itinerary.

I was very happy with what I got in response.

My ask:

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Give me a detailed itinerary, including departure and arrival times, for a 2 week Northeastern Fall Foliage tour for the fall of 2023. Begin and end in Boston. Include a visit to the USS Constitution and other famous Boston landmarks. I do not want to drive more than 5 hours in a single day. If possible include a visit to Niagara falls. Suggest the best date to begin the itinerary to maximize the fall foliage. Include local festivals.

ChatGPT's response:

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Here's a detailed itinerary for a 2-week Northeastern Fall Foliage tour that begins and ends in Boston, includes a visit to the USS Constitution and other famous Boston landmarks, limits driving to 5 hours per day, includes a visit to Niagara Falls, and takes advantage of local festivals. The itinerary begins on October 14th and ends on October 28th, which is the best time to maximize the fall foliage:

Day 1: Boston

Arrival at Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Check into your hotel in downtown Boston
Explore the Freedom Trail, which is a 2.5-mile trail that passes by 16 historical sites
Visit the USS Constitution Museum and take a tour of the USS Constitution itself
Attend a local festival, such as the Boston Book Festival, which usually takes place in mid-October

Day 2: Boston

Start the day with a walk through the Boston Common and the Public Garden
Visit the Paul Revere House, the oldest house in downtown Boston, and learn about Paul Revere's famous ride
Take a tour of Fenway Park, the home of the Boston Red Sox
Attend a local festival, such as the Head of the Charles Regatta, which usually takes place in mid-October

Day 3: Boston

Visit the Harvard University campus in nearby Cambridge
Explore the shops and restaurants on Newbury Street
Walk along the Charles River Esplanade
Attend a local festival, such as the Salem Haunted Happenings Festival, which usually takes place in late October

Day 4: Boston to the White Mountains, New Hampshire (3 hours)

Drive from Boston to the White Mountains region of New Hampshire
Check into your hotel in Lincoln or North Conway
Take a scenic drive along the Kancamagus Highway, which is known for its spectacular fall foliage
Attend a local festival, such as the Fryeburg Fair, which usually takes place in early October

Day 5: White Mountains, New Hampshire

Visit the Flume Gorge, which is a natural gorge that features waterfalls, covered bridges, and granite walls
Take a scenic aerial tram ride to the summit of Cannon Mountain, which offers stunning views of the fall foliage
Attend a local festival, such as the New Hampshire Highland Games, which usually takes place in mid-September

Day 6: White Mountains to Burlington, Vermont (2.5 hours)

Drive to Burlington, Vermont, which is a vibrant college town on the shores of Lake Champlain
Check into your hotel in downtown Burlington
Take a scenic cruise on the lake or visit the Shelburne Museum, which is a world-class art and history museum
Attend a local festival, such as the Vermont International Film Festival, which usually takes place in late October

Day 7: Burlington, Vermont

Explore the shops and restaurants on Church Street Marketplace
Visit the ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, which is a science museum with hands-on exhibits about the lake and its ecosystem
Attend a local festival, such as the Burlington Book Festival, which usually takes place in mid-October

Day 8: Burlington to Stowe, Vermont (1 hour)

Drive to Stowe, Vermont, which is a popular ski resort town
Check into your hotel in downtown Stowe
Take a scenic drive along the Mount Mansfield Auto Toll Road, which offers stunning views of the fall foliage
Attend a local festival, such as the Stowe Foliage Arts Festival, which usually takes place in early October

Day 9: Stowe, Vermont

Visit the Trapp Family Lodge, which was the home of the von Tr

Take a hike or a bike ride along the famous Stowe Recreation Path, which runs for 5.5 miles through forests, fields, and rivers
Attend a local festival, such as the Oktoberfest Stowe, which usually takes place in mid-October

Day 10: Stowe to Woodstock, Vermont (1 hour)

Drive to Woodstock, Vermont, which is a picturesque New England village known for its historic architecture and charming downtown area
Check into your hotel in downtown Woodstock
Visit the Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park, which is a unique combination of a historic mansion, a working dairy farm, and a conservation center
Attend a local festival, such as the Woodstock Vermont Film Series, which usually takes place in mid-October

Day 11: Woodstock, Vermont

Take a walk around the village green and admire the beautiful fall foliage
Visit the Billings Farm and Museum, which is a working farm that showcases Vermont's rural heritage and agriculture
Attend a local festival, such as the Vermont Pumpkin Chuckin' Festival, which usually takes place in late October

Day 12: Woodstock to Cooperstown, New York (4 hours)

Drive to Cooperstown, New York, which is a charming village on the shore of Otsego Lake and the home of the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum
Check into your hotel in downtown Cooperstown
Visit the Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum and learn about the history of baseball and its legendary players
Attend a local festival, such as the Cooperstown Pumpkin Fest, which usually takes place in mid-October

Day 13: Cooperstown to Niagara Falls, New York (5 hours)

Drive to Niagara Falls, New York, which is one of the most famous natural attractions in North America
Check into your hotel near the falls
Take a boat tour of the falls on the Maid of the Mist or a helicopter tour for a bird's-eye view
Attend a local festival, such as the Niagara Wine Trail Harvest Festival, which usually takes place in mid-October

Day 14: Niagara Falls to Boston (7 hours)

Drive back to Boston, which is the end of the tour
Return your rental car and check into your hotel in downtown Boston
Spend the afternoon and evening exploring the city or attending a local festival, such as the Boston Comedy Festival, which usually takes place in late October

Day 15: Boston

Depart from Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)

Note: The itinerary can be adjusted based on personal preferences and interests. Also, keep in mind that the best time to see the fall foliage can vary depending on the weather conditions and can change from year to year.