June 21-26, 2026: The Blue Ridge & Beyond
Description
THE BLUE RIDGE & BEYOND: MOUNTAINS, MANSIONS, MUSIC & MAYBERRY
SUNDAY JUNE 21, 2026 (Departure)
FRIDAY JUNE 26, 2026 (Return)
Number of Days: 6
**Reservations Due: May 1, 2026**
06/21/26 (Sunday)
Depart from the Buffalo area. We'll begin our journey and stop for dinner at Carrabba's Italian Grill before staying overnight in Roanoke, VA
(D)
06/22/26 (Monday)
Wake up and enjoy complimentary breakfast before we travel to North Carolina! Once we arrive, enjoy free time to shop and explore Asheville before we head to Biltmore Mansion and Antler Village to explore more. For dinner, enjoy a home-cooked meal at Stone Ridge Tavern- a family-owned & operated restaurant since 2004. We'll check into our hotel for a good night's rest!
(B, D)
06/23/26 (Tuesday)
Fuel up with breakfast before we adventure for the day. We'll drive part of the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway to Grandfather Mountain, where adventurers of all levels can enjoy themselves! Enjoy lunch on your own at Mildred's Grill in the Wilson Center. After, we'll take a tour of Shelton Vineyards and enjoy a wine tasting before we have dinner at 13 Bones for traditional BBQ. Check into our next hotel for some rest & relaxation.
(B, D)
06/24/26 (Wednesday)
Enjoy breakfast at our hotel before we're picked up by Mayberry Squad Cars for a tour before being transported to the Andy Griffith Museum. Then we'll head to the Blue Ridge Music Museum to learn about American music culture. We'll head back to our hotel to rest before dinner at Dodge City Steakhouse.
(B, D)
06/25/26 (Thursday)
Grab a bite before we head to West Virginia's Point Park to board the Island Belle to take us to Blnnerhasset Island. There, our group will be taken on a narrated tour around the island and dropped off at Blennerhasset Mansion for a guided tour. After our day, we'll enjoy a farewell dinner at Blennerhasset Restaurant & Lodge before checking into our final hotel.
(B, L, D)
06/26/26 (Friday)
Grab breakfast before we depart for home in the morning. On our way back home, we'll make a stop at the Pro Football Hall of Fame, where you can enjoy a self-guided tour. We'll arrive back home in the evening with great stories and fond memories!
(B)
Trip Includes:
- Roundtrip Transportation
- 5 Nights Accommodation
- 5 Breakfasts
- 5 Dinners
- 1 Box Lunch
- Andy Griffith Museum
- Mayberry Squad Car Tour
- Biltmore Mansion Tour
- Vineyard Tour
- Wine Tasting
- Blue Ridge Music Museum
- Blennerhasset Island Mansion
**Please note that all times are estimated. DF Travel reserves the right to change any times or destinations without prior notice. DF Travel will make all possible accommodations to keep travelers apprised of any changes as they occur.**