Spectacular National Parks of Eastern USA
Tour, Escorted tour
Spectacular National Parks Of Eastern Usa
Revel in the landscapes of the Great Smoky Mountains and Shenandoah National Parks, taste wine at Veritas Winery, and tour the Biltmore Estate.
Dining Summary
Revel in the landscapes of the Great Smoky Mountains and Shenandoah National Parks, taste wine at Veritas Winery, and tour the Biltmore Estate.
Dining Summary
- 3 Dinner (D)
- 9 Breakfast (B)
- 3 Lunch (L)
- Nashville: Join a Park Ranger for a tour of the intricate cave system at Mammoth Cave National Park.
- Nashville: Visit the National Museum of African American Music and celebrate the central role African Americans play in creating the American soundtrack.
- Asheville: Enjoy a walking food tour of the city's culinary favourites, savouring outstanding food and drink pairings at acclaimed eateries.
- Smoky Mountains National Park: Indulge in an intimate picnic lunch while overlooking the mountains.
- Nashville: Dine at a local Nashville hot spot.
- Nashville: Join a Park Ranger for a tour of the intricate cave system at Mammoth Cave National Park.
- Nashville: Visit the National Museum of African American Music and celebrate the central role African Americans play in creating the American soundtrack.
- Visit a pioneer mountain farm-village that lends voice to the people of Southern Appalachia through a recreated community complete with log cabins, barns, farm animals, churches, schools and gardens. There are over 250,000 artifacts of folk art, musical instruments, baskets, quilt and Native American artifacts. Feast on a full Southern Appalachian country lunch and enjoy authentic traditional bluegrass music from The Museum of Appalachia Band.
- Shenandoah Valley: Taste signature wines, and enjoy a tasty farmhouse lunch, while overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains.
- Cherokee: Step back to the 1760s at Oconaluftee Indian Village, where you will learn about Cherokee history, interact with villagers, and experience traditional crafts. Your experience advances United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 10 & 11 - Reduced Inequalities & Sustainable Cities and Communities.
- Asheville: The Biltmore Estate is America's largest privately owned home and is as magnificent today as it was more than a century ago. Your self-guided house visit spans three floors and the basement of the luxurious family home of George and Edith Vanderbilt. Explore the stories of the Vanderbilt family, their guests, and employees through displays of vintage clothing, accessories, art, and furniture.
- Washington, D.C.: Delve into American history on a guided city tour of the U.S. capital.
- Washington, D.C.: Visit the only National Museum devoted exclusively to the documentation of African American life, history and culture.
- Shenandoah Valley: Famous for its stunning views, colors and foliage, the scenic Skyline Drive is one of America’s National Scenic Byways. The route runs 105 miles along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the full length of the Shenandoah National Park.
- Luray: Experience Shenandoah National Park and hike along the Appalachian Trail.
- New River Gorge National Park: Take in breathtaking mountain and gorge views at America's newest national park.
- Asheville: Enjoy a tour of the Citizen Vinyl's record pressing factory, studio, and historic WWNC radio station.
- Asheville: Discover the The Biltmore Estate.
- Gatlinburg: Visit the United States' third most-visited park, Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
- Clinton: Visit the pioneering Museum of Appalachia and enjoy a Southern Appalachian lunch.
- Nashville: Visit the Ryman Auditorium, former home of the Grand Ole Opry.
Interests
- National Parks and Preserves
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Itinerary
| Day | Destination | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A Monumental Time in Washington, D.C. | ||
| 2 | Washington, D.C. to Shenandoah National Park | ||
| 3 | Shenandoah National Park | ||
| 4 | Exploring New River Gorge National Park | ||
| 5 | A feast of music and food in Asheville N.C. | ||
| 6 | The Biltmore Estate | ||
| 7 | Great Smoky Mountains National Park | ||
| 8 | The Museum of Appalachia and on to Nashville Relaxed Start | ||
| 9 | Welcome to Music City | ||
| 10 | Depart Nashville |
