Day 1 : Fly to Charlotte

We fly to Charlotte, North Carolina and check in at our comfortable accommodations.

Day 2 : Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Our morning starts with a drive into the most visited national park in the U.S., Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The Smokies are the highest mountains east of the Rockies, rising to more than 5,000 feet. While enjoying breathtaking views learn the history, geography, and wildlife of the park from an expert guide. This evening we attend a Christmas production of the Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Show, serving up a Southern home-style feast and side-splitting comedy. We check in at our accommodations in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee for a two-night stay.

Day 3 : Pigeon Forge & Dollywood

Wake up well-rested and enjoy a leisurely morning with a delicious included breakfast. For lunch, we travel to Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant to indulge in their award-winning cuisine. Afterwards we spend the afternoon witnessing Christmas shows at Dollywood, Dolly Parton's fascinating amusement park known for its impressive live performances. Experience the season with actors, dancers, singers, and musicians performing Christmas classics and historic retellings. This evening get ready for spectacular entertainment and holiday cheer at Country Tonite, voted Best Show in the Smokies! Enjoy the talents of singers and dancers as your season’s favorites come to life with beautifully choreographed scenes and dynamic performances for a real Country Christmas.

Day 4 : The Biltmore at Christmastime

After an included breakfast we depart for Asheville, NC. En route we explore Bush's Baked Beans Visitor Center to dive into the 110-year-old history of this classic American staple. In Asheville we stop at the Visitor Center and take time to stroll through the downtown area to visit the quaint shops. Upon arrival at the Biltmore Estate’s Antler Hill Village there is free time for lunch and exploring this charming property, the country’s largest private residence. Enjoy the Farmyard, Antler Hill Barn, craft demonstrations, complimentary wine tasting at the Biltmore Estate Winery, or shopping at the many boutiques and craft stores. Later, we gather for an included dinner onsite at the Stable Restaurant before entering the mansion for a festive candlelight audio guide tour. Reminiscent of the first Vanderbilt Christmas in 1895, the ambiance is set by live choirs and lit fireplaces. Our accommodations this evening are near the estate.

Day 5 : A Charlotte Christmas

After a leisurely morning we return to Charlotte and enjoy lunch on our own at Optimist Hall, a refurbished gingham mill with fantastic food options and specialty shops. Next, a local guide joins us for a tour of the city to reveal Charlotte’s fascinating history, architecture, and popular destinations. The afternoon is free to explore Charlotte as you please – options include a visit to the NASCAR Hall of Fame, The Billy Graham Library, and much more. Following a joyful Farewell Dinner, visit the Speedway Christmas at Charlotte Motor Speedway- where more than three million lights transform the famous racetrack into a breathtaking winter wonderland light show.

Day 6 : Fly Home