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Tour includes: 2-nights’ accommodation, baggage handling, 2-breakfasts, 2-lunches, 2-dinners, admissions, and guide service as stated in the itinerary.
Note: Gratuities for Wade Tours Driver and Escort are not included but welcome
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12/14/2023 - Pickup - Wade Terminal – Schenectady, NY – 6:30 AM
12/14/2023 - Pickup - Latham Farms Sams Club – Latham, NY – 7:00 AM
12/16/2023 - Drop off (Approx) - Latham Farms Sams Club – Latham, NY – 7:30 PM
12/16/2023 - Drop off (Approx) - Wade Terminal – Schenectady, NY – 8:00 PM
The sparkle and light of A Longwood Christmas! What a beautiful way to begin in a winter wonderland, from towering trees that touch the sky to acres of twinkling light, A Longwood Christmas makes your holiday oh so merry and bright. Inside, stroll among beautifully adorned trees and plant palettes of delicate winter whites to rich reds and the greenest of evergreens as you wrap yourself in the spirit of the season at Longwood Garden.
Next, check in to Homewood Suites Downtown Wilmington. Baggage handling included.
This evening you will enjoy Christmas Dinner at Buckley’s Tavern, with American comfort food served in a colonial dining room of an 1800s home that is in the heart of historic Centreville, Delaware.
Dinner starts with the House Salad
Entree choice of either;
-6 oz filet Mignon with whipped potatoes, roasted asparagus & demi-glace.
-Pan-roasted Salmon with Champagne-Mustard Sauce, whipped potatoes, roasted asparagus.
-Penne alla Vodka with or without Gilled Chicken or Salmon, tossed with English Peas & Asparagus, served with Garlic Bread.
-Buckley’s Crab Cakes with whipped potatoes, asparagus & Champagne-Mustard Sauce.
and for Dessert;
Seasonal Cobbler topped with Woodside Farm’s Vanilla Ice Cream (D)
Enjoy breakfast included at the hotel this morning.
This morning we depart for the world-famous Nemours Estate, beautifully decorated for the holidays with antiques from its collection, elegant trees, garlands, and sprays, hand-painted ornaments, a manger scene, and original toys from the du Pont estate. Yuletide at Nemours Mansion will delight you with the grand traditions of the past and visions of holidays of old.
Depart for our next visit at the Hagley Museum, to include lunch. Located on 235 acres along the banks of the Brandywine in Wilmington, Delaware, Hagley is the site of the gunpowder works founded by E.I. du Pont in 1802. This example of early American industry includes restored mills, a workers’ community, and the ancestral home and gardens of the du Pont family.
This evening an enjoyable experience at The Candlelight Theatre, a unique dinner theater in a red barn! I’m sure you will enjoy It’s a Wonderful Life, a gourmet buffet and a show stopping performance. (B,L,D)
Prior to checking out, enjoy breakfast included at the hotel this morning. Baggage handling is included.
Step back in time with a look at Yuletide at Winterthur (pronounced “winter-tour”), celebrate the season with a one-of-a-kind holiday experience. Tour rooms in Henry Francis du Pont’s former home decorated in full holiday splendor. Many displays are inspired by the traditions and festivities of the season as enjoyed by du Pont and his family.
Regarded as one of America’s most beautiful historic homes and mansions, on par with Biltmore Estate, Monticello, and Hearst Castle, visitors marvel at du Pont’s elegantly furnished 175-room former home. Explore treasure of Christmas past with sparkling holiday display depicting holiday traditions from the 1800s to the early 20th century
Discover the Winterthur Garden Tram Tour and enjoy a delicious lunch! (B,L)
SEATING PREFERENCE: If yes, please let us know your preference in the boxes on the booking page with the specific seat, seat location and if you would like to sit near someone. Check out our seat assignment policy page for our seating chart. If no preference is made, your seat will be assigned by Wade Tours. Check out the seating chart to the left!!
We encourage you to book early to accommodate any special needs and to assure that members of your party will be seated together. We reserve the right to assign seats when necessary.
ROOM PREFERENCE: We offer both two queen bed rooms and single king bed rooms. Please let us know your preference and we will do our best to match you to that room.
RESERVATIONS: To be FAIR and IMPARTIAL seat assignments will be taken at the time of booking your reservation. Deposit of $100 per person. Final payment is due 60 days prior to departure.
CANCELLATIONS: Cancellations within 60 days from departure will be subject to a $100 fee per person, plus cost for tickets, meals, hotels and other non-recoverable expenses.
TRAVEL INSURANCE: Is available and recommended due to unforeseen circumstances that can arise and if they do, we want you to be protected BEFORE and DURING your tour. Travel Insurance
BAGGAGE: One large suitcase, and one carry-on bag per person.
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