Tidings, Tea, and Twinkling Lights

Featuring Colonial Williamsburg’s spectacular Grand Illumination, Norfolk’s Winterfest on the battleship Wisconsin, and an elegant Holiday High Tea at Richmond’s legendary Jefferson Hotel.

6 Days / 5 Nights ~ Fully Customizable

Celebrate the season where history meets holiday magic!

From dazzling lights along the Virginia Beach boardwalk to the timeless traditions of Colonial Williamsburg’s Grand Illumination, and from the opulent Jefferson Hotel in Richmond to the festive sparkle of Busch Gardens’ Christmas Town, this journey is filled with charm, cheer, and unforgettable memories.

Highlights:

  • VA Beach’s Holiday Lights on the Beach
  • Founders Inn & Spa iconic Christmas Light Display & elaborate decorations
  • Spirit of Norfolk Lunch Cruise
  • Military Aviation Museum with Frank Sinatra Holiday Lunch
  • Winterfest on the Wisconsin
  • Colonial Williamsburg & Grand Illumination
  • Berkeley Plantation
  • Busch Gardens Christmas Town
  • Maymont Mansion Victorian Christmas
  • The Jefferson Hotel & Holiday High Tea
  • Lewis Ginter Botanic Garden’s Gardenfest of Light
  • Richmond Tacky Lights Driving Tour

 

Your Group. Your Tour. Your Way.

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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