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Virginia
Kentucky
Nashville
Tennessee
Pigeon Forge
North Carolina
Asheville
Charlotte
SMOKEY MOUNTAIN QUILT TRAIL
MAY 5–11, 2021
YOUR VACATION INCLUDES
6 NIGHTS
hotel accommodations, including porterage
South Carolina
9 MEALS
American breakfast (B) daily; 1 Lunch (L), 2 dinners (D)
SIGHTSEEING & ACTIVITIES
Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
Guided sightseeing with your Tour Manager as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary; visits, admissions
and special features are shown in bold.
Explore Country Music Hall of Fame’s twomillion-item collection or relax at our hotel’s
rooftop pool with your afternoon at leisure.
Tonight, get ready for some foot-stomping
fun at and live country music at the famous
Ryman Auditorium. B L
DAY 3 NASHVILLE – SEVIERVILLE –
PIGEON FORGE
We’re off to Pigeon Forge in the heart of the
Great Smoky Mountains. On the way we’ll
stop at the Cherry Pit Quilt Shop. After we
check into our hotel, the luxurious
Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort, you’ll have
time to explore this elegant mountain sanctuary. Enjoy dinner and a show at the famous
Dolly Parton’s Stampede where your meal
will be accompanied by unforgettable entertainment that tells the story of this famous
country music legend. B D
Billy Graham Library
DAY 4 PIGEON FORGE
Join fellow quilters at A Mountain Quiltfest,
one of the region’s leading quilting events.
You’ll see hundreds of quilts, each vying to be
named the best of show. Spend the whole
day at Quiltfest or take the afternoon for other
adventures. Settle into a rocking chair and
enjoy the postcard-ready views of a Smoky
Mountain sunset on your evening at leisure. B
Blue Ridge Mountains
DAY 5 PIGEON FORGE – ASHEVILLE
Today we head into the Blue Ridge
Mountains of North Carolina to the
bohemian town of Asheville. Visit the historic
Grove Arcade or enjoy a savory al fresco
lunch while exploring downtown. Travel the
Blue Ridge Parkway to the Folk Art Center,
home to the prestigious Southern Highland
Craft Guild. Your evening at leisure allows
for a stroll to Biltmore Estate’s Antler Village,
offering delicious options for dinner. B
DEPARTURE TRANSFER
Return transportation to Charlotte Douglas
International Airport (CLT)
PROFESSIONAL TOUR MANAGER
Full time throughout the trip
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Biltmore Estate, Asheville
DAY 6 ASHEVILLE
A morning visit to Asheville Cotton Co. has
you shopping rows of high-quality quilting
cottons for your latest project. Your afternoon
is spent exploring the opulence of America’s
largest home on a self-guided tour of the 250room Biltmore Estate. Visit the formal and
informal gardens designed by the renowned
Frederick Law Olmsted. The day ends with
an elegant Farewell Dinner on the Estate
grounds. B D
DAY 7 ASHEVILLE – CHARLOTTE –
TOUR ENDS
Traveling to Charlotte, we visit the Billy
Graham Library, near the family home of
America’s famous pastor. Share memories
and addresses with your newfound quilting
friends before our transfer to the airport. B
Nashville Panoramic City Tour
Belle Meade Plantation Tour & Lunch
Ryman Auditorium Performance
Cherry Pit Quilt Shop
Pigeon Forge Mountain Quiltfest
Dolly Parton’s Stampede Dinner & Show
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Scenic Drive
Historic Downtown Asheville
Asheville Folk Art Center
Biltmore Estate Admission & Tour
Asheville Cotton Company
Blue Ridge Parkway Scenic Drive
Billy Graham Library
Biltmore Farewell Dinner
HAND-SELECTED HOTELS
Nashville:
SpringHill Suites Nashville Downtown
Pigeon Forge: Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort
Asheville:
Village Hotel on Biltmore Estate
Call 1.800.346.9820
www.CountryHeritageTours.com
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