December 10, 2025
A Yuletide Celebration
Immerse yourself in a historical Yuletide Celebration as we visit Winterthur Museum, Garden, & Library, see a live performance of A Christmas Carol, and view beautiful displays at Longwood Gardens!
Booking Deadline:
Pricing
$269.00 Per Person
Rates are subject to availability at time of booking and include taxes, fees and fuel surcharges which are subject to change. All pricing and included features are based on a minimum of 30 full fare passengers.
Desired pick up location is not guaranteed until passenger minimums are met.
Included Features
- Free parking with roundtrip motorcoach transportation
- Admission to Winterthur Museum, Garden, & Library
- A Christmas Carol Live! performed by Gerald Charles Dickens, great great-grandson of Charles Dickens
- Admission to Longwood Gardens
- Lunch at Mendenall Inn
- All taxes and gratuities
- Services of a Discoveries Journey Manager
Itinerary
Depart Central, PA by motorcoach and travel to Brandywine Valley Region.
**Exact timing will be confirmed closer to travel.
Arrive at the Mendenhall Inn Restaurant for a sophisticated lunch that will fuel you for the festivities ahead! After enjoying a delectable meal, a short drive will take you to the Winterthur Museum, Garden, & Library. Here we will sit back and enjoy A Christmas Carol Live!, performed by Gerald Charles Dickens, great great-grandson of Charles Dickens. This one man show is sure to bring the classic tale to life before your eyes. After the show, explore the grounds of the garden on a tram ride or by foot and immerse yourself in history as you view the museum's collection. Next, we will head to Longwood Gardens for A Longwood Christmas. Wonder through paths covered in thousands of twinkling lights as you take in spectacular beauty at every turn.
Return to Central, PA by motorcoach with a fast food dinner stop en route.
Participants should be prepared for inclement weather, be able to walk longer distances and are suggested to wear comfortable walking shoes.
The itinerary and included tour stops are subject to change at any time without notification and or compensation.
Tour Activity Level 2:
Comfortable- This trip may include walking tours of up to two hours in length typically on level terrains. May include early morning departures or late-night returns. Climbing multiple flights of stairs, standing for short periods of time, along with moderate altitudes may be necessary.
General Information
Travel Documents and Requirements
As travel policies are rapidly changing, final requirements will be communicated prior to departure.
Payment
Full payment of $269.00 per person is due to AAA to confirm your reservation.
Cancellation/Penalties
After September 30, 2025, 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 in Pennsylvania December average in the 30's. Warm, layered 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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