Experience iconic North Carolina tastes and culture during this 3 day/2 night trip to Winston Salem.  The cultural feature offers a day at one of America’s most authentic historical attractions, Old Salem.  Established in 1766 by the Moravian people, time spent in this restored village offers an immersive experience into how Old Salem was conceived and created.   Throughout the day, you can tour historic buildings and interact with costumed interpreters as they demonstrate the trades and decorative crafts of early inhabitants.  You can experience ancient liturgy, old hymns and learn about their unique social order.  The tastes offered during this trip begin when we arrive in Winston Salem with a narrated historic tour and gift of the famous doughnut, first baked in this town. We also enjoy a wine tasting, dinner and gorgeous scenery in neighboring Pilot Mountain at award-winning JoLo Winery & Vineyards. Meeting the "Rockin Rollers" during a tour of the seventh generation handmade cookie factory, Mrs Hanes Moravian Cookies, is a "taste" highlight.  The trip also includes a stop in Hillsborough known for its fascinating legacy as a preserved colonial American town. 

The trip is best enjoyed if guests can stand and walk comfortably.

Trips by Patty adheres to the Compass Pointe Day Trippers committee "no refund" policy.  In the event of cancellation, it is the responsibility of the participant to find a replacement for their trip purchase.  Trips by Patty maintains a wait list as a resource to participants. 

Not a wine drinker? Send an email to Patty at tripsbypatty@gmail.com for a trip price that does not include the wine tasting portion of our dinner at Jolo Winery & Vineyards. You will still enjoy the view, appetizers and Italian inspired buffet dinner!

Day One - November 11

8am - Departure from the Compass Pointe Wellness Center parking lot

Approx. 11am - Stop in Hillsborough for a "history lesson", time for lunch and exploring the Historic District.

3:30pm - Narrated historic bus tour of Winston Salem followed by hotel check-in.

Day Two - November 12

10am - 2pm - Experience Old Salem! After time at Old Salem, there will be a return to the hotel for a "freshen-Up" before making the 30 minute drive to Pilot Mountain for sunset, wine-tasting and dinner. Anticipated return time to the hotel is 7:30pm.

Day Three-November 13

10am - Tour of Mrs Hanes Moravian Cookie Factory. Lunch in the Winston Salem/Greensboro area before making the journey back to the coast.

Estimated 6:30pm - Return to Compass Pointe