Nostalgia Along the Blue Ridge
From "The Waltons" to Winchester * Virginia to North Carolina
History & nostalgia combine on a journey through iconic TV moments as you travel along the Blue Ridge Mountains. Experience the charm of Schuyler, VA, and stay at The Virginian Lynchburg. Explore Lynchburg's heritage, pay tribute to the "Bedford Boys," and visit the National D-Day Memorial. Enjoy classic American fare at Liberty Station and unwind at The Hotel Floyd. Traverse the Blue Ridge Parkway, explore Galax, VA's musical heritage, and step into the hometown of Andy Griffith in Mount Airy. Visit Cooter’s in Luray, VA, and conclude with a guided tour of Patsy Cline’s hometown, Winchester, VA. This immersive adventure weaves history, entertainment, and culture into a tapestry of memorable experiences.
Highlights:
Sample Itinerary:
- Schuyler, VA
- Walton's Mountain Museum
- The Virginian Lynchburg, Curio Hotel Collection by Hilton
- 'LOVE Works' Sign on the James River Heritage Trail Lynchburg, VA
- Bedford Boys Tribute Center
- National D-Day Memorial
- Liberty Station
- The Hotel Floyd, Floyd, VA
- Floyd Country Store
- 'LOVE Works' Sign in Floyd, VA
- Galax, VA Guided Tour
- Blue Ridge Music Center & Pickin' Porch
- Mount Airy, NC
- "Mayberry State of Mind" Guided Tour
- Andy Griffith Museum
- Cooter's
- Luray, VA
- The George Washington Hotel, Winchester, VA
- Patsy Cline Hometown Tour
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At MARS Tours & Travel, every trip is thoughtfully crafted to reflect your group’s unique interests, pace, and priorities. As custom group tour specialists, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all travel—each itinerary is hand-curated to deliver a fun, meaningful, and seamless travel experience. Whether you're planning a student adventure, faith-based journey, cultural exploration, or family getaway, we make it your tour from start to finish.
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