Kentucky & the Smokies

Discover the Vanderbilt legacy at the expansive Biltmore Estate in Asheville, America’s Largest Home®. Explore the charm of Antler Hill Village with free time to visit quaint shops and grab a bite at one of the delightful eateries. Take advantage of a complimentary wine tasting of award-winning vintages at the estate’s renowned winery, savoring the flavors of handcrafted vinos surrounded by the stunning Blue Ridge Mountains. Then, admire the grandiose mansion boasting 250 rooms including 35 bedrooms, over 40 bathrooms, 65 fireplaces, and three kitchens. During your self-guided audio tour, marvel at magnificent 16th-century tapestries and artwork, the library’s 10,000 volumes, the Banquet Hall’s 70-foot ceiling, the indoor pool, and the gardens.

This fascinating two-story museum is shaped like the legendary RMS Titanic. Enter the ship to receive a boarding pass with the name of an actual passenger or crew member, then stroll the hallways, parlors, cabins, and Grand Staircase while viewing over 400 artifacts. Enjoy interactive exhibits such as touching a real iceberg and 28-degree water or listening to passenger stories in a lifeboat. At the end, your fate awaits in the Titanic Memorial Room where 2,208 names line the wall. We then savor a memorable lunch in a secret room.

Enjoy many spectacular musicals and performances in Pigeon Forge, surrounded by the stunning Smoky Mountains! Experience the lively spirit of the region at the Hatfield and McCoy Dinner Show, a hilarious and high-energy production that brings to life the feuding families’ antics with toe-tapping music. Wear your stretchy pants for the all-you-can-eat Southern homestyle feast of fried chicken, barbecue, taters, corn on the cob, and more. The next day, explore the festive atmosphere of Dollywood, Dolly Parton’s iconic theme park, where world-class entertainment awaits alongside thrilling rides. We cap off our at Country Tonite Theatre, featuring the best of country music with award-winning performances, impressive choreography, side-splitting comedy, and fabulous costumes.

Step back in time at this living history museum nestled in the picturesque hills of Tennessee, which showcases a pioneer mountain farm village that lends a voice to the people of Southern Appalachia. Walk through a collection of barns, cabins, and old buildings that recreate an early Appalachian community, complete with a school, church, a working farm, and even Mark Twain’s family cabin. From traditional crafts and folk art to over 250,000 historical artifacts, every sight tells a compelling story of this resilient group and their traditions

Explore 3,000 acres in the scenic Kentucky countryside with a historic village that immerses you in the Shaker way of life. They constructed over 260 structures on this property from 1805 to 1910! Learn how this communal society focused on harmony and innovation as you admire their craftsmanship in well-preserved buildings, stroll through gardens, browse priceless artifacts, watch demonstrations, enjoy hands-on activities, and meet farm animals.