• Highland House Museum - Truro’s Timeless Trio: A Thrilling 2-Hour Guided Tour of Highland House, Highland Links & Cape Cod Lighthouse

Dive into Truro’s captivating past with an exhilarating 90-minute guided tour through the Cape Cod National Seashore’s historic gems! Begin at the legendary Cape Cod Lighthouse (Highland Light, est. 1797), Cape Cod’s oldest beacon. Climb 69 steps for breathtaking Atlantic vistas while uncovering tales of shipwrecks, its daring 1996 cliff-edge rescue, and visits by Thoreau and Hopper. Next, wander to the Highland House Museum, a 1907 hotel reborn as a cultural treasure. Marvel at Wampanoag artifacts, step into Hopper-inspired rooms, and admire vibrant local art. Finish with a scenic trek across Highland Links Golf Course (c. 1892), spotting rare migratory birds and ancient flora, capped with a zesty local seafood tasting. Meet at 6 Highland Light Rd, North Truro. June-September, $15 ticket. Book now—parking vanishes fast!

• Highland Lighthouse - Perched on Truro’s cliffs in the Cape Cod National Seashore, Highland Light, established in 1797, is Cape Cod’s oldest and tallest lighthouse at 66 feet. Commissioned by George Washington, it guards treacherous waters with a flashing LED beacon. Moved 450 feet inland in 1996 to escape erosion, it offers 69-step climbs for stunning Atlantic views.

• Highland Links - Nestled in Truro’s dramatic Cape Cod National Seashore, Highland Links Golf Course, dating to circa 1892, is a 9-hole Scottish-style gem perched on bluffs overlooking the Atlantic. Its rugged fairways, windswept dunes, and deep bunkers challenge golfers amid breathtaking ocean views. Near Highland Light, this historic course blends natural beauty with timeless play. Open April-October, book at 10 Highland Light Rd, North Truro.

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Embark on a privately guided exploration of Truro, where history, culture, and stunning landscapes come together. This tour connects three iconic Cape Cod landmarks: The Highland House Museum, Highland Links Golf Course, and the historic Highland Light. Start at Highland Light, Cape Cod’s oldest lighthouse, established in 1797. Climb 69 steps to the lantern room for sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean and learn about its exciting 1996 relocation. Then, visit the Highland House Museum, a 1907 farmhouse that became a hotel and now serves as a cultural treasure. It was once a retreat for literary icon Henry David Thoreau, who wrote parts of Cape Cod here. Discover rooms inspired by the artistry of Edward and Josephine Hopper. Walk along the Highland Links Golf Course, America’s first 9-hole links course, set among rolling dunes and windswept grasses. Available from June to September only.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.