Winter Wonderland at Mountain Lake Lodge

Included Features

• Free Parking with roundtrip motorcoach transportation
• One night hotel accommodation
• Baggage Handling (1 bag per person)
• Meals: 1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner
• Tours, admissions and activities as listed on itinerary
• All taxes and gratuities
• Services of a Discoveries Journey Manager

Highlights

• Mountain Lake Lodge for a Magical Mountain get-away 
• Welcome Cocktail 
• Walking Light Show Tour
• Christmas Village Shopping
• Ornament Making 
• Indoor and Outdoor activities * some activities may have additional fees   

ITINERARY

Saturday, November 30: Welcome Cocktail, Walking Light Show & Christmas Village Shopping. 

7:00AM: Motorcoach will depart from Lititz, Penn Cinema, 541 Airport Road, Lititz.

8:00AM: Motorcoach will depart Harrisburg, AAA Central Penn office, 2301 Paxton Church Rd, upper lot behind building; travel to Virginia.  ** Departure times are approximate and will be confirmed closer to travel. 

Set in the middle of a 2,600 acre nature preserve and surrounded by the Appalachian Mountains, rustic and historic Mountain Lake Lodge is the ultimate retreat. Breathe in crisp, fresh air, dine on gourmet fare, and build family memories with fun indoor and outdoor activities. Arrive to an unhurried pace and enjoy adventure and comfort in the heart of the Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains. Drive up the mountain and you'll feel as though you've entered a new world. Upon checking in, discover a Winter wonderland of lights, festivities and enjoy a welcome cocktail.   You'll have time to freshen up and experience the grounds before a delightful dinner at the Farm to Table Harvest Restaurant. Following dinner enjoy a walking light show tour and then step into the Magical Christmas Village and Marketplace, where laughter, joy and music fill the air. Hotel: Mountain Lake Lodge , Pembroke, VA (Dinner)

Sunday, December 1: Ornament Making, Travel to Central Pennsylvania 

Awake on top of the world in the serenity of nature as you enjoy breakfast.  Then you will have ample time to stroll the nature preserve, check out the boutique shops or just relax. This afternoon enjoy making a priceless custom ornament perfect for the holiday season before departing for Central Pennsylvania with appropriate rest and fast food meal stops en-route. (Breakfast)

Hotel and itinerary are subject to change at any time without notifications and/or compensation.

Activity Level: 3
This tour requires moderate physical activity. The itinerary blends some longer days with shorter days and more leisure time. Walking tours, as well as walking slightly longer distances, up stairs, or on uneven walking surfaces, should be expected. 

General Information

Travel Documents

As travel policies are rapidly changing due to COVID-19, final requirements will be communicated prior to departure. Please see your Travel Advisor for additional information. 

Payment

$150 per person deposit due at the time of booking to confirm your reservation. Final payment is due to AAA by  August 29, 2024.

Cancellation/Penalties

A $25 per person cancellation fee will be charged by Discoveries in addition to any other supplier’s fees. From  August 29, 2024 to day of departure no refunds.

Insurance

For your protection AAA recommends travel insurance. Pre-existing medical conditions may be waived with proper coverage if travel insurance is purchased within 14 days of initial deposit only. Other conditions may apply; ask your travel agent. AAA recommends Allianz.

Clothing/Climate

Temperatures for Virginia in November average in the 40s. Casual clothes and comfortable walking shoes are recommended; be prepared for potential inclement weather.

Travel Assistance

For personal comfort, group participants who need assistance are required to have a traveling companion who is capable of and totally responsible for providing the needed assistance.

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