Virginia's Shenandoah Valley

Featuring  Shenandoah National Park,  Monticello, and Lexington

Nicknamed "The Big Valley", the Shenandoah Valley is one of the country’s most scenic areas, stretching 200 miles across the Blue Ridge and Allegheny mountains. On this tour, take in the breathtaking scenery as we explore the region’s striking natural wonders, charming towns, and famous historic sites - all during the spectacular Fall season.

Highlights of this tour include:

2 nights at the Natural Bridge Historic Hotel ~ set amidst the Blue Ridge Mountains, the hotel offers beautiful views and colonial charm • Experience Virginia’s Natural Bridge ~ an awe-inspiring natural stone arch that soars 215 feet above Cedar Creek – by day, explore the history of Virginia’s Native Americans in the Monacan Indian Village, and return in the evening for the spectacular Drama of Creation light show • Visit Lexington, VA and take a Cadet-led walking tour of the Virginia Military Institute campus ~ founded in 1839, VMI is the nation's oldest state-supported military college • Visit Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello ~ an architectural masterpiece and home to our 3^rd President • Spend 2 nights in Shenandoah National Park at the Skyland Lodge ~ surrounded by the peaks along the crests of the Blue Ridge Mountains, your accommodations offer a peaceful setting with views of the Shenandoah Valley below • Tour Shenandoah National Park with a Guide and travel on the famed Skyline Drive ~ learn about the park’s unique history, hear fascinating stories about the rugged individuals who once lived there, and learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps “boys” and their contributions to the area • Visit Luray Caverns ~ explore cathedral-sized rooms with ceilings 10 stories high, filled with towering stone columns and crystal-clear pools (from well-lit, paved walkways) • Discover the rich history of the Shenandoah Valley at the Car and Carriage Caravan Museum and the Luray Valley Museum • 1 Night hotel accommodations en-route in each direction • Round Trip Luxury Motorcoach Transportation • Services of a Professional Tour Director

Tour Departs from Concord, NH ~ Maximum of 36 Passengers

Activity/Accessibility: This tour requires a considerable amount of walking, often on uneven and unpaved walkways. Shenandoah National Park lodge rooms have limited amenities and rooms may be on the 2^nd floor without elevator access. Access to the main reception area and restaurants are a short walk away from where rooms may be located. Contact us if you have accessibility or mobility concerns.

Payment Terms: $150 per person deposit; plus the cost of Travel Protection, if purchased, required at time of reservation. Final payment due 90 days prior to tour departure.

• 2 nights at the Natural Bridge Historic Hotel

• Cadet-led walking tour of the Virginia Military Institute campus

• Admission to Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello

• 2 nights in Shenandoah National Park at the Skyland Lodge

• Tour of Shenandoah National Park with a Guide

• A visit to Luray Caverns

• Admission to the Car and Carriage Caravan Museum

• Admission to the Luray Valley Museum

• 1 Night hotel accommodations en-route in each direction

• Round Trip Luxury Motorcoach Transportation

• Services of a Professional Tour Director

Tour Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights

Included Meals: 6 Breakfasts / 2 Lunches / 3 Dinners

Tour Inclusions:

• Hotel accommodations, including taxes

• Meals as indicated, including gratuities

• Admission to attractions, guided tours, and entrance fee as noted

Tour Exclusions:

• Meals that are not included on the published itinerary

• Gratuities to your coach driver (recommended $4-$6 per person, per day), tour director (recommended $6-$8 per person, per day), any local guides (recommended $2-3 per person), and housekeeping staff (recommended $2-3 per room/day) are not included in your package

• All items and expenses of a personal nature

• Optional Travel Protection