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2026/12/6- Biltmore Estate & Asheville, NC
Dec 6, 2026 to Dec 11, 2026
Biltmore Estate & Asheville, NC
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Motorcoach Transportation from Conway, AR
- 5 nights lodging, including 3 consecutive nights in the Asheville area
- 8 Meals: 5 Breakfasts and 3 Dinners
- Guided Tour of Asheville, NC
- Full-day visit to the Biltmore Estate
- Guided Drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway
- Visit to the famous Folk Art Center
- Visit to the Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center
- Day 1
- Depart your group's location in a spacious, video and restroom equipped motorcoach as you head for your destination: beautiful Asheville, North Carolina, nestled among the Blue Ridge Mountains! Tonight, check into an en route hotel for a good night's rest.
- Day 2
- Today, after enjoying a Continental Breakfast, you will continue towards your destination. Tonight, you'll enjoy Dinner before checking into your Asheville area hotel for a three-night stay.
- Day 3
- Begin the day by enjoying a Continental Breakfast, before departing for a visit to the spectacular BILTMORE ESTATE, America's largest privately owned home. Your visit will include experiencing the Biltmore House and Gardens. You will also visit the Antler Village and Winery. This is Biltmore's village that connects the estate's present and past, providing a relaxing place for dining, shopping, historical exhibits, and new ways to experience Biltmore's hospitality. This is a “must-see” destination in America. Later, you'll enjoy Dinner with entertainment before returning to your hotel for the night.
- Day 4
- Enjoy a Continental Breakfast before departing for a GUIDED TOUR OF ASHEVILLE. Downtown Asheville features more Art Deco architecture than any other southern city outside of Miami Beach. You will also see the magnificent ST. LAWRENCE BASILICA. This afternoon, you will go with your guide for a drive on the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, America's most visited National Park unit and known as “America's favorite drive”. You will visit the Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center and see “The Blue Ridge Parkway – America's Favorite Journey”, a 24-minute film shown in high-definition surround sound and using breathtaking aerial photography. Later, you will visit the famous FOLK ART CENTER. This evening, you will enjoy Dinner before returning to your hotel to relax and recall the highlights of the day.
- Day 5
- Enjoy a Continental Breakfast before leaving for the Madame Tussauds Wax Museum in Nashville, TN. This evening, relax at your en route hotel.
- Day 6
- Today, after enjoying a Continental Breakfast, you depart for home... A perfect time to chat with your friends about all the fun things you've done, the spectacular sights you've seen, and where your next group trip will take you!
Biltmore Estate
Escape to the scenic Biltmore Estate created by George Vanderbilt in the 18th Century. The winding three-mile Approach Road leading to the front of the Biltmore Estate combines native and exotic plants, creating the essence of a subtropical terrain. Beautiful and serene you will leave your troubles at the entrance of Approach Road. The breathtaking Biltmore Estate sits on 8,000 acres of land in Asheville. Whether you want to uncover the rich history behind the Biltmore House, delight in the picturesque views from the Biltmore Gardens, or experience the lively activities happening at Antler Hill Village and Winery, all areas of the estate are easily accessible, so you can explore all the wonders of the Biltmore Estate.
Don’t forget your camera, the scenery is breathtaking no matter what season you choose to visit Biltmore Estate. Don’t miss out on the variety of the four seasons. While the Spring Garden is most beautiful in May, the Shrub Garden can be gorgeous on a fall day, so make sure you ask what to look out for.
George Vanderbilt moved to Asheville, North Carolina, in 1888 and accumulated a little over 125,000 acres to build a home for himself. His 250-room Château, which officially opened on Christmas Eve in 1895, is now famous for being the largest house in the United States. The Biltmore is also known for holding the Vanderbilt family collection of art, furniture, and more, which was accumulated during their travels. The collection consists of more than 92,000 items, including works by Monet, Renoir, and much more. In the Château, there are over 100 hand-decorated Christmas trees with a 35-foot-tall Fraser fir centerpiece located in the Banquet Hall. Over 25,000 ornaments and 100,000 holiday lights are used to decorate the Estate to provide a magical ambiance. 1,960 live poinsettias and over 1,000 feet of fresh evergreen garland are used to give the Estate a holiday feel and aroma!
Because of the historic grounds and architecture, handicap accessibility is limited. Only the first and second floors are accessible inside the home. The gardens and trails are not handicap accessible.
Celebrate Asheville, North Carolina’s spectacular scenery and its rich Appalachian history and heritage during a guided tour of Asheville. The largest city in Western North Carolina, Asheville is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains, perched at the confluence of the Swannanoa River and the French Broad River. While Asheville remained unchanged from the Great Depression through to the 1980s, it has since developed into a thriving community known for its unmistakable mountain vibe.
Enjoy lunch and shopping on your own at Grove Arcade, Biltmore Village, or Pack Place. Your step-on-guide will be available should you have any questions regarding the area's dining and shopping options.
Situated in the heart of Downtown Asheville is the St. Lawrence Basilica. As part of our Asheville, North Carolina, bus trip, discover the history behind the largest freestanding elliptical dome in North America. A place of pilgrimage for over a century, the Basilica of St. Lawrence was built in 1905 by Rafael Guastavino and fellow architect R.S. Smith and was completed in 1909 by Rafael Guastavino, Jr., after his father’s death in 1908.
Stunning Blue Ridge Parkway
Discover San Antonio’s unique combination of urban surroundings and old world heritage exuded through diverse artistry, ethnic cuisine, and an intimate and exquisite culture during a San Antonio bus tour. A beautiful city at the axis of Hill Country, South Texas Plain,s and Prairie and Lakes, San Antonio is “every Texan's favorite city,' and Will Rogers dubbed San Antonio as 'one of four unique cities in America.'
Folk Art Center
From woodwork to metalwork, jewelry making to basket weaving, you can admire the craftsmanship of over 350 artists at the Folk Art Center, part of our Asheville bus tour. An integral part of the mountain culture, Frances Goodrich was inspired by the idea of a cottage industry that would assist mountain families after she met women in Asheville, North Carolina, who were still weaving traditional coverlets in wool and cotton. Goodrich founded the Allanstand Cottage Industries in 1897, and along with the help of other leaders of the Southern Arts and Crafts Movement, the Allanstand Cottage Industries evolved into what is known today as the Allanstand Craft Shop. What was once Allanstand Cottage Industries has transformed over the years, and through cooperative efforts between the Southern Highland Craft Guild, the National Park Service, and the Appalachian Regional Commission, it has become the most popular attraction on the Blue Ridge Parkway, seeing a quarter of a million visitors each year. Discover Appalachian arts and crafts in the center’s two galleries, see the artists at work, or take home one-of-a-kind crafts for yourself during your two-hour, self-guided tour of the Folk Art Center.
All areas of the Folk Art Center are accessible by wheelchair. You must let your reservations agent know ahead of time if you or someone in your party is handicapped so that they can make sure to accommodate your group in the most convenient and comfortable setting. Ask at the visitor’s desk in the Lobby Book Shop if you are interested in seeing one of the daily craft demonstrations. Members of staff will be able to tell you when demonstrations take place so that you can plan accordingly. Read Ahead. Familiarizing yourself with the background of Appalachian arts and crafts ahead of time will help you to have a better appreciation for the things you will be seeing throughout your time in the Folk Art Center.
Madame Tussauds Wax Museum
Make lasting vacation memories when you and your group visit Madame Tussauds Wax Museum as part of our bus tour to Nashville. This unique opportunity will allow you to step into the world of music, fashion, and empowerment and connect with life-like influential figures. Plenty of things to see and do at this famous location. Capture picture-perfect memories here as you immerse yourself in historical installations, interact with the Lifelike wax figures, and enjoy this globally renowned experience.
Music and Merch! After visiting the "World's Greatest Wax Museum'' be sure to take away a memorable souvenir. Our Music and Merch store offers a wide variety of incredible merch, including Madame Tussauds branded keepsakes, nostalgic artist vinyls, CDs, apparel, turntables, and a variety of made-in-Nashville souvenirs. Bring home your own personalized and expertly crafted Wax Hand - the perfect way to remember your visit to the ultimate home of fame. Madame Tussauds is wheelchair accessible. You must provide and use your own wheelchair. Additionally, Service Animals are welcome inside the attraction. Personal Cameras are permitted in all public areas of Madame Tussauds.