Departure from Dallas/ Ft. Worth Metroplex and Little Rock

Day 1 –Memphis

“It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas!” We’ll rejoice in the holiday spirit as we travel the country roads and lanes on our way to The Greenbrier Hotel. Our first stop will be in Memphis, Tennessee for the night.

(D) Overnight: Memphis, Tennessee

Day 2 – Nashville/ Gaylord Hotel/ ‘ICE” Sculptures/ Louise Mandrell Dinner Show

Known as “Music City USA,” we head to Nashville.  We will overnight at the fabulous Gaylord Hotel, which has been turned into a land of enchantment with sparkling lights of giant blue spruces and 3,000 bright red poinsettias. Bundle up and see the amazing "ICE” sculptures, sure to amaze! Dinner and Louise Mandrell’s “Joy to the World” Christmas Show is a special treat included at the hotel.

(B,D) Overnight: Nashville, Tennessee

Days 3, 4 & 5 – The Greenbrier Hotel/ Christmas Concert/ Bunker Tour

This morning we head towards White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia filled with great anticipation for our visit to the five-diamond Greenbrier Hotel. Surround yourself in the “Currier & Ives” type setting where you will see thousands of sparkling lights, miles of garland, endless poinsettias and warm crackling fireplaces, sure to warm the holiday spirit! During our stay at the Greenbrier we will attend a Christmas concert and also tour the Greenbrier’s property and grounds to learn why the Greenbrier’s reputation for world-renowned cuisine, luxurious accommodations, rich heritage and hospitality are unsurpassed. You’ll want to get dressed up for the luxurious, one-of-a-kind dinners while at the Greenbrier. Enjoy a true Greenbrier tradition, Afternoon High Tea and concert daily in the upper lobby. One day, we’ll head underground for a bunker tour, exploring the 112,000 square foot secret hideaway beneath the West Virginia Wing. It served as a possible “safe house” for congressmen during the Cold War-Era from 1958 until 1992. Designed to accommodate over 1,100 people, it was maintained in a constant state of readiness. We’ll also visit the Presidents Cottage Museum, which has been the host to 26 U.S. Presidents. There are memorable moments from their stays on display in the cottage which overlooks the Springhouse. These archives contain documents dating back to The Greenbrier’s early history. Enjoy some leisure time where you can indulge in Christmas shopping at the more than 30 shops located around the property or attend movies in the evening.

Day 3 (D); Day 4 (B,D); Day 5 (B,D) Overnights: White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia

Day 6 – Galt House/ Dinner Show

Leaving West Virginia we take the Christmas Holiday Spirit with us and move on toward Louisville, Kentucky. Here we will overnight at the Galt House and enjoy a holiday dinner and show nearby. The Galt House is made up of two 25-story buildings that are connected by a 3^rd floor conservatory, modeled after the Crystal Palace in London.

(B,D) Overnight: Louisville, Kentucky

Day 7 – Beale Street

This morning we make our way to Memphis. Dinner will be at a restaurant on famous Beale Street, home of the Blues.

(D)  Overnight: Memphis, Tennessee

Day 8 – Homeward Bound

As we return home, we will cherish the memories of our fabulous experience at The Greenbrier.

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