Patty
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497 reviews
Oct 23 - 25, 2023
Group size: 35 - 42
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
Bryson City NC
Patty
- Email address verified
497 reviews
$NaN
Oct 23 - 25, 2023
Group size: 35 - 42
About this trip
Cancellation Policy
What’s included
- Coach transportationOn a luxury 56 passenger coach
- Rail Excursion4 1/2 hour scenic rail excursion in Crown-Class
- LunchBox lunch on board the train
- AdmissionTo the Smoky Mountains Train Museum
- AdmissionTo the Museum of the Cherokee Indian
- AccommodationsTwo nights at the Stonebrook Lodge in the heart of Bryson City
- BreakfastContinental breakfast in the Lodge each morning
- Trip hostTrip is hosted by Patty
What’s not included
- DinnerOn own in Bryson City with plenty of options within walking distance
- Lunch on travel days
- Train extrasWine & Beer available for purchase. Coffee, tea and soft drinks are complimentary.
Itinerary
3 Days/2 Nights
Great Smoky Railroad Trip
Your Organizer
Patty
497 reviews
I love to travel so in my partially retired life I decided to adapt my passion for travel along with 25 years of experience in Travel & Tourism to create Trips by Patty.
I received a BA in American History from UNC-Chapel Hill. Not knowing what I was going to do with that degree, I started working as a desk clerk at a hotel in Raleigh. I enjoyed the hotel business and the career path began. Hotel operations and sales, Convention Center operations and marketing, destination marketing with a Convention Visitors Bureau and even a stint as a tour guide. What happened to the history degree? Well, many times when I am escorting my trips I share the history of the destinations we visit.
It's a great feeling to take your career skills and adapt them to your own small business. I love what I do and hope you'll join me on a trip one day!
Reviews
TL
What a fantastic trip. Patty and her crew really know how to make a great getaway. Professional, punctual, and snacks provided on the bus was awesome. Looking forward to another adventure with Patty
By Thomas L for Christmas at Biltmore, King Tut and More! on Dec 05, 2025
Patty made sure every detail was accounted for. The bus ride was smooth and comfortable.
By susanne j for Christmas Theater Trip on Dec 05, 2025
We had a wonderful time. No complaints. The planning was excellent and the ladies who took care of us were very professional.
Looking forward to more trips. Please keep us posted on any new trips by Patti. Thank you again for a wonderful trip.
Have a nice Thanksgiving.
Mira Perogine and Jay Baver
By Mira P for Wine, Whiskey & Mystery. on Nov 17, 2025
Well planned, fun and friendly tour leaders and all around wonderful people to travel with..looking forward to more trips👌
By Trish and Lyle P for Wine, Whiskey & Mystery. on Nov 17, 2025
We always enjoy Patty's trips. This trip did not disappoint. Both wineries we visited were beautiful and, most important of all, made outstanding wine--we have found that many wineries in NC just aren't up to par, but these two (Rayson and Shadow Springs) were spectacular.... We also enjoyed the wonderful lunch and tastings at Southern Distilling. The tasting room and event room were lovely with antique cars and motorcycle collections. Our stop at Rescue Ranch far exceeded my expectations...the animals were adorable, everything from a giant tortoise to a llama--we also saw, what we believe to be the largest cow in the world--his back was over 6 feet high.. We really enjoyed this trip, as well as the wonderful customer service provided by Patty and her team.
By Audrey S for Wine, Whiskey & Mystery. on Nov 16, 2025
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So enjoyed the Annie Leibovitz trip! This was my first over night trip. Patty and team are pro's, with friendly, and considerate, "can do" attitudes. Top notch planning and execution. Great hotel! Looking forward to my next Bryson City Train and Biltmore trips!
By Sharon May W on 22 Aug, 2025