Biltmore Christmas

DAY 1: WELCOME TO TENNESSEE!

Travel to Nashville, and explore Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery, where Tennessee’s rich heritage, grand architecture, and warm hospitality come to life. Enjoy a guided tour of the mansion and a wine tasting before continuing to Cookeville, TN. D

DAY 2: BILTMORE CHRISTMAS

Arrive in festive Asheville, NC, and explore Antler Hill on the legendary Biltmore Estate before savoring dinner at the inviting Stable Café. Then, experience the enchantment of a Candlelight Christmas Evening while strolling through and marveling at the opulent holiday décor inside the mansion—a beloved Vanderbilt holiday tradition. B, D

DAY 3: ASHEVILLE, NC

With a local guide, discover Asheville’s rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant culture. Enjoy a holiday feast at the historic Omni Grove Park Inn and delight in the creativity while viewing the annual National Gingerbread House Competition displays. B, D

DAY 4: CHESTNUT HILL, TN

Embark on a flavorful journey spanning over 110 years of an American culinary icon at the Bush’s Visitor Center in Chestnut Hill, TN, nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. Then, travel to central Kentucky to experience a delicious dinner with regional flair and local entertainment surrounded by the hospitality and timeless charm of the historic Boone Tavern Hotel. B, D

DAY 5: BEREA, KY

Join our local guide in Berea, KY, and board the coach to experience how this charming Appalachian town comes alive with holiday spirit. Enjoy demonstrations by talented regional artisans and witness firsthand the creativity that defines “The Folk Arts and Crafts Capital of Kentucky” before heading home. B

ACCOMMODATIONS:
Night 1: Fairfield Inn, Cookeville, TN (or similar)
Nights 2-3: Village Hotel, Biltmore Estate, Asheville, NC
Night 4: Boone Tavern, Berea, KY

Departure Cities:

• St. Louis

Depart: December 2, 2026
Return: December 6, 2026

Pricing:

• Double: $1,729
• Triple/Quad: $1,669
• Single: $2,139

Helpful Hints
During your time in Berea, KY, consider taking care of some holiday shopping at the many local shops.

When touring the Biltmore Estate, expect a lot of walking, both indoors, outdoors, and with steps. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Note that the gardens and conservatory are worth the walk even in winter—especially if you like Christmas plants and lights

Photos inside the Biltmore are permitted, but flash is prohibited.

Temperatures and Dress
Dress for traveling will be casual and comfortable. Please bring layers and a coat/jacket, gloves and hat as temperatures can range from a high of 50 to a low of 25, with the potential of snow. You will also want to bring good walking shoes. Below are the estimated temperatures in each city.

Cookeville: 47/34

Asheville: 44/27

Berea: 43/28

Other General Information
We will send 3 key communications for your tour; “Get Ready” is your email confirmation and initial tour information sent upon registration, “Get Set” email will be sent about two months before departure, “Go” trip documentation mailing is sent via USPS 3-4 weeks before departure and will include your daily itinerary, luggage tags and final departure information.

Travel Protection is optional and highly recommended and can be purchased until the day before departure. We offer Travel Guard from AIG, which costs 8.5% of your tour, information about which will be sent with your Get Ready email.

Unless otherwise noted, your Sunrise Tour includes: Professional Sunrise Tour Director, meals as indicated, local step on guides including gratuity (international tour guide gratuity inclusion vary by tour), deluxe motorcoach transportation w/rest room, admission to activities and events as indicated, airfare from designated airports, transportation to/from designated airports from our convenient local pickup points*, luggage handling at hotels when available

We believe tipping is a personal and discretionary interaction between our guests and our staff. A typical gratuity for your Sunrise Tour Director and motorcoach driver may be $5-$7per person, per day on tour. Sunrise Shuttle drivers appreciate gratuities (suggest $5 per person) for excellent service as well. Our staff will not solicit gratuities or pass out envelopes.

We are happy to offer refreshments on most motorcoach travel days on tour. We recommend you bring a refillable water bottle to maintain healthy hydration.

If less than 4 people request a pickup point, we may ask that you choose another pickup point from which to join your Sunrise Tour.

If you would like to join a tour from a city not listed as a departure point, we would love to have you along! Please discuss arrangements with our friendly reservation team. From a departure city not listed, typical airfare will be +$100 higher than our published fare for domestic tours, and +$200 for international tours.

If you have a TSA precheck or Airline Rewards numbers, you MUST give those numbers to our reservations team at least 60 days before departure, otherwise they may not be applied.

Preferred seating may not be available on group air. In some cases, seats are not assigned until the airport. Your tour fare includes an economy seat on the flight; it does not include seat selection. Seat upgrades may be available at an additional cost.

To help make our tours the most comfortable in the business, we limit Sunrise Tours motorcoaches to 80% capacity, or 44 passengers on a coach built for 55. We reserve the right to amend this practice.

Your Tour Director will rotate seats on the motorcoach each day of your tour. A single fare does not guarantee two seats on coach; you may be seated next to another friendly Sunrise Tours guest.

Terms and Conditions
Please refer to our policies HERE for more information on our terms and conditions.