This 3 day/2 night Autumn motorcoach trip offers a journey to Greenville and the Foothills of South Carolina. Why choose Greenville? This city revived itself after the collapse of the textile industry to become one of the hottest new destinations in the Southeast! Visionary community leaders have put Greenville on the map, attracting new residents, more than 40 Fortune 500 companies, over 100 headquarters operations, 110 international companies and visitors like you! It's striking in its downtown beauty beginning with Main Street known for the tree canopy, twinkling lights, wind chimes and vibrant shopping and dining. The city is known for its Southern Hospitality and we experience it as we toast our arrival with a stop at City Scape Winery located in the foothills surrounding Greenville for an afternoon wine tasting. Following this we check in to our hotel located in the middle of the Main Street district so that you can enjoy many dinner options within walking distance. Greenville has been named one of the "Best Food Cities" in the US by Travel & Leisure which is why the itinerary also includes a "Sip & Shop" event at The Cook's Station. During our stay the itinerary offers a combination of planned time beginning with an immersive, narrated tour from Greenville History Tours as well as plenty of time to explore on your own. You won't want to miss a forgotten waterfall covered by a highway and vegetation which was uncovered and developed into Falls Park on the Reedy, the centerpiece of downtown and ranked one of the "10 Top Parks in the US". A special treat will be a visit to the Sigal Music Museum. This is a true hidden gem featuring a rare musical instrument collection such as a harpsichord played by a young Mozart and a piano played by Chopin!
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This trip is recommended for guests that are comfortable with walking and standing so that they can enjoy exploring the waterfall park and downtown Main Street district of Greenville.
A deposit is required at the time of booking to secure your spot on this popular trip. After final payment has been made, refunds are only possible if the trip can be resold to another guest.
Per person price for two guests sharing a room with a king bed
Per person price for two guests sharing a room with two queen beds
One guest in a room with either a king bed or two queen beds
Day One - November 10
8:30am - Departure from St. James
The trip includes a lunch stop in Columbia SC prior to our arrival at City Scape Winery for an afternoon wine tasting. Following this we check into the hotel and you have the evening on your own to enjoy dinner with plentiful options.
Day Two - November 11
The day begins with a 2 /12 hour combination walking and bus tour by Greenville History Tours. We are introduced to the city's history and culture and also make a stop at one of the city's beloved foodie markets. The remainder of the day allows for exploration of this wonderful city. An adult scavenger hunt to locate the "Mice on Main" public art will also be offered. Dinner on own again this evening - be sure to enjoy a cocktail at the Grand Bohemian Hotel overlooking the fall!
Day Three - November 12
Morning guided tour of the Sigal Music Museum followed by "Sip & Shop" and lunch at The Cook's Station.
We say farewell to Greenville at 1pm and have an approximate return time to St. James of 6:30pm.