46 reviews
Duration: 1 day
Group size: 22 - 50
About this trip
Enjoy a scenic excursion through the Berkshires on this Day Tour, featuring: a train ride on the Berkshire Railway and a guided tour and wine tasting at Balderdash Cellars.
What’s included
- Roundtrip Motor-coach
- Tour DirectorTours of Distinction Tour Director.
- Train RideBerkshire Scenic Railway.
- LunchMichael's Restaurant.
- Tour & TastingBalderdash Cellars.
- GratuitiesAll Gratuities for Tour Director and Driver.
- Personal ItemsItems of a personal nature you wish to purchase.
- Alcoholic Beverages
Available Packages
Trip Price
$138
Itinerary
Day 1
Autumn Railway in the Berkshires
First stop, we will be taking a scenic narrated train ride through the Berkshires with the Berkshire Scenic Railway. Enjoy the sights on this 10 mile round trip ride. This train ride is a living history exhibit that explores the rich railroad history of the region and complements the already popular cultural attractions located in the Northern Berkshire area.
Enjoy lunch at Michael’s Restaurant. For your entrée, please select one of the following: Turkey and Cheese Wrap, Tuna and Tomato Wrap, Ham and Cheese Wrap, Grilled Chicken Wrap, or a Veggie Wrap. All meals include Chips, a Pickle, Soda or Iced Tea.
After lunch, we will head over to Balderdash Cellars. Founded in 2011, Balderdash Cellars is a boutique winery located in the beautiful Berkshires of Western Massachusetts. They focus on producing ultra-premium wines from grapes grown by world-class California vineyards. Here will we will have a tour and tasting!
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Tours of Distinction
46 reviews
Since 1971,Tours of Distinction has offered a distinct collection of escorted and customized individual tours, carefully crafted by our professional travel team to over 500,000 travelers. We are one of the best tour companies in America. From travel across the USA, Canada and all over the world,;whether you are a first-time traveler or a seasoned globetrotter, if you love life-enriching moments and experiencing the heart, soul and adventure of a destination, then you have arrived with Tours of Distinction.
Reviews
BK
This was a really fast paced itinerary, but this is exactly what we were looking for. We wanted to see as much as we could of the national parks, the wild west and whatever else Tours of Distinction could show us along the way and Loretta lead the way with a smile. Every day was as awesome adventure but Antelope Canyon and the jeep tour in Moab were my favorites. Accommodations were comfortable and the food was great. This was our first tour on a bus. The bus was first class, new and clean and the bus driver, Erica kept us safe and on time with a raised eyebrow and a smile. We enjoyed the company and friendship of every guest. Thank you Loretta and Tours of Distinction for such a wonderful vacation!
Bev K.
Englewood Florida.
By Beverly K for Utah's National Parks on Oct 30, 2023
Hi Beverly! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your comments with us. It is fantastic to learn that you had a wonderful experience, and that our tour offered you the most fun tour leader and professional driver. We can't wait to welcome you back on your next adventure!
By Tours of Distinction on Oct 31, 2023
WOW! I got excited when I read the itinerary? But it was even More than I expected! I wish we cud have spent more time in each place but there was SO many places to explore? I have been in Utah Parks but none of the was a Repeat? Our guide Loretta was very busy but kept it all on Track! I had a great time with fun group of people! Already looking at future trips like Iceland and or Yellowstone?
By Joseph J for Utah's National Parks on Oct 30, 2023
We appreciate you sharing your comments Joseph. We truly thank you for the feedback and look forward to welcoming you on your next Tours of Distinction trip!
By Tours of Distinction on Oct 30, 2023
Excellent, comfortable bus and good hotels throughout the trip. We saw everything we’d hoped to see and more. The driver and guide were both good, however there seemed to be some glitches in communication between the main office and tour participants. Also, although our guide was hard working, cheerful and efficient, and made sure we got through the itinerary, I would have appreciated an additional guide with knowledge of the history and geology of the region.
By Linda B for Utah's National Parks on Oct 30, 2023
Thank you for traveling with us Linda and we appreciate the trust you placed in us. We look forward to seeing you again on another Tours of Distinction trip!
By Tours of Distinction on Oct 30, 2023
We had a wonderful time. Bus was comfortable and driver was awesome. Activities were a great experience. Unfortunately we felt things were not well organized by the tour company. Not receiving any details until two weeks before the trip was unsettling. The reception included no food or drinks although it was included under food.
By Rose P for Utah's National Parks on Oct 29, 2023
Thank you sharing your feedback Rose. We are glad to hear you had a wonderful time. Our had advised trip documents do not go out until about 3 weeks prior to departure. Sorry if you feel this may be a little too soon. The Welcome Reception should not have been listed under food. We have had that updated to reflect the inclusions on the trip accordingly. Thank you for letting us know.
By Tours of Distinction on Oct 29, 2023
We saw amazing sights and the people on the trip were friendly and accommodating. There were some things on the itinerary that didn’t happen, including no baggage handling at two of the six hotels, no jet boat ride, no 4x4 tour of the Canyonlands and no stop at Arches Visitor Center, plus no winery visit. We saw Canyonlands National Park from a distance but never went in. The 4x4 Jeep ride of the salt flats outside Moab was amazing but no where near Canyonlands. The lack of communication pre-trip was concerning and created confusion in planning flights home and where to meet the group in Vegas. The tour facilitator had some difficulty with the time changes and shared little about what was going to happen each day.
By Susan W for Utah's National Parks on Oct 25, 2023