Historic Step back in time as we tour Virginia, a state replete with historical significance. The founding of the country will unfold before you in Jamestown and . We’ll see museums filled with artifacts of early American history and the homes of Thomas Jefferson in Monticello, in Montpelier, and in . Virginia’s hospitality will also be evident in the dining experiences and impeccable hotel accommodations planned for this tour, including a day exploring Norfolk and Virginia Beach. This tour is perfect for history and architecture buffs, nature lovers, and students of the world. Day 2 - Jamestown Tour Highlights Today we begin with a visit to , • Historic Jamestown • Virginia Beach Mariners’ the actual location of the 1607 James Fort where Museum • Yorktown Battlefield archeologists continue their work today discovering • Thomas Jefferson’s • American Revolution secrets of how the settlers lived and unearthing long- Monticello Museum lost churches, homes, and grave sites. We continue to • James Madison’s Montpelier • Colonial Williamsburg the where we enjoy lunch and • Patrick Henry’s Scotchtown visits through this living history museum with recreations of the Jamestown Fort, the Powhatan Indian Village, Day 1 - Tucson to Virginia and three ships. We continue to historic Williamsburg to check into the Williamsburg Lodge for our 4-night stay. We fly to Richmond, Virginia, enjoy a Welcome Dinner upon (B,L) arrival, and stay overnight at the Hilton Garden Inn. (D) Day 3 - Yorktown Today we see where America’s independence was won at the site of one of the last Revolutionary War battles, Yorktown. We’ll walk through the 18th century town and on the battlefield we’ll see numerous fortifications and canons; the Moore house, scene of the surrender negotiations; and Surrender field, among other sites. We continue to the American Revolution Museum to explore an immersive gallery of exhibits as well as outdoor re- creations of homes, farms, and battles. New York Times named it one of its 52 Places to Visit in 2019. Tonight, we’ll have dinner near our hotel in Williamsburg. (B,L,D) Day 4 - Colonial Williamsburg An exciting day is planned in Colonial Williamsburg, an 18th century city known as the largest living history museum, boating over forty sites and trades, four historic taverns and two world-class art museums. Lunch today will include characters in historical dress

14 | Pleasurebent Tours | 520-325-8839 | 800-584-6831 to take you back in time at Shields Tavern. Colonial 8 days, 7 nights Williamsburg truly offers something for everyone, whether your interest be hands-on activities, tours of 18th century buildings, or their unmatched folk-art collection. (B,L) Wednesday October 28 – Day 5 - Virginia Beach Wednesday November 4, 2020 We start at the Norfolk Botanical Garden to see their beautiful collections of roses, camellias, and other flowers, and their very popular Butterfly House. We continue on to Activity Level: 3 Moderate Virginia Beach for an ocean-front lunch on the boardwalk. In the afternoon, we head to the extensive Mariners’ Museum and Park, featuring the remains of the ironclad Air Motorcoach USS Monitor and a collection of over 200 tons of priceless artifacts recovered from the iconic Civil War ship. (B,L) Day 6 - Monticello $3,366 per person $3,663 per person Monticello, the home of the author of the Declaration of Double occupancy Single occupancy Independence, Thomas Jefferson, is not-to-be-missed. Deposit $200 per person Insurance: $248 per person We will take a tour of the house and grounds and enjoy lunch from the Monticello Farm Table Café. Tonight, we Includes check in to the gorgeous Virginia Crossings Hotel for our • Roundtrip air transportation • Admissions & tours as final 2 nights in Virginia. (B) from Tucson to Richmond* described Day 7 – Richmond & Montpelier • Transfers & motorcoach • Baggage handling transportation This morning an expert local guide will take us through the • Motorcoach refreshments • Pick-up/livery service important sites of historic Richmond, including the state • Taxes & tips for included capitol, Broad Street, Jackson Ward and Monumental • 7 nights lodging items (except hotel housekeeping) Church. We then continue to Montpelier, the lifelong • 15 meals • Driver & local guide tips home of James Madison and his beloved wife Dolly. The • Services of a tour director house and landscape appear as they did in Madison’s time and the site also includes a center dedicated to the Constitution. Our last visit of the day will be to Scotchtown to see the original standing home of Patrick Henry, patriot Option: Combine with the Southern Charm Tour (p. 14) and and orator of the Revolution. Tonight, we have a farewell enjoy a wonderful two-week journey, with special pricing. dinner, including a glass of wine. (B,L,D) Contact us for more details. Day 8 – Return Home This morning we depart from Richmond to home. (B)

© Pleasurebent Tours 2020 PleasurebentTours.com | 15