Festival of Nations Early Spring in the Smokies

April 19-22, 2010 4 days 3 nights    Travel south to the Great Smoky Mountains where the highlight of the trip is the 25th Annual Festival of Nations at Dollywood. This captivating sight features some of the world’s best entertainment, plus art, dancing, music and food. 2010 features great new shows during the Festival of Nations showcasing the rhythms of the world with DRUM!, featuring 20 dancers, musicians, singers and drummers; the South American rhythms of Jallmay; and Invaders, an ensemble steel orchestra. Back by popular demand, Imaginé presented by Le Grand Cirque, will premier its cast of international acrobats, aerialists, jugglers, clowns and high wire artists amaze audiences with their athletic ability, lavish costumes, dynamic lighting, mesmerizing music and breathtaking feats. And that's just the beginning of Dollywood's celebration of music, artistry, foods and crafts from around the globe during Festival of Nations. Surrounded by the beautiful Smoky Mountains, your host hotel is the incredible Inn at Christmas Place. Reminiscent of the architecture of a mountain village in the European Alps it features year round Christmas décor and it is located across from the South's largest Christmas village, The Incredible Christmas Place. But that’s not all, you’ll enjoy a guided tour of the Smoky Mountain National park, free time in Gatlinburg, plenty of down-home dining and five shows. Read our blog post about the Smoky Mountains National Park.       Print Color Flyer

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS 3 nights accommodations at the fabulous Inn at Christmas Place Dollywood Festival of Nations 5 Shows: Country Tonite Patty Waszak Hoot N' Holler dinner show Dixie Stampede dinner & show Blackwood Brothers & breakfast Guided Tour of Great Smoky Mountains National Park Free time in Gatlinburg or Christmas Place Village

TRIPS INCLUDES Transportation by luxury motorcoach from Indianapolis 3 nights accommodations Baggage handling 8 meals: 4 breakfasts, 1 picnic lunch, 3 dinners Admissions to 5 shows and attractions highlighted in itinerary All taxes and gratuities , including driver & tour director Interlude Tour Director   PRICING DETAILS (Cost per Person) Double $829 Single $999 Deposit $100 per person Balance Due February 18, 2010 Cancellation Insurance: $62 (D), $75 (S)

TRAVEL ITINERARY Day 1: Indianapolis/ Pigeon Forge Enjoy the early signs of spring as you travel south to the Smoky Mountains. After checking into the incredible Inn at Christmas Place you will be dazzled by their year-round Christmas décor. This evening, enjoy a delicious served dinner at Connor’s followed by Country Tonite, the hottest, foot stompin’, knee slappin’ country show in the USA! Inn at Christmas Place, Pigeon Forge, TN (CB, D) Day 2: Pigeon Forge / Gatlinburg Jump start your morning with a variety show featuring Patty Waszak, a high energy, heart warming variety show featuring a wide variety of music including big band favorites, polkas, 50s and 60s rock 'n' roll, patriotic songs and originals. This one woman show will amaze you, playing 30 different musical instruments. Then join our local guide for a tour of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Encompassing over 800 square miles, it is one of the most pristine natural areas in the East. Bring your camera to capture panoramic views, tumbling mountain streams, weathered historic buildings, and mature hardwood forests stretching to the horizon. After your tour, enjoy free time at your hotel and the nearby Incredible Christmas Place, the South's largest Christmas village, or in town browsing Gatlinburg’s shops and attractions. We rendezvous again for the Hoot N’ Holler Dinner Show. Inn at Christmas Place, Pigeon Forge, TN (B, L, D) Day 3: Pigeon Forge Today prepare to be captivated by the Festival of Nations at Dollywood. This international event showcases performers from around the world, as well as highlighting many different cultures. The festival features some of the world’s best entertainment, plus art, dancing, music and food. Take in the festival at your own pace. Rejoin your group for a four-course feast with friendly rivalry between the North and South at the Dixie Stampede dinner show. Inn at Christmas Place, Pigeon Forge, TN (B, D) Day 4: Pigeon Forge / Travel Home Before returning home enjoy a bountiful breakfast and the harmonious sounds of the legendary Blackwood Brothers, winners of 9 Grammy Awards and Hall of Fame. Then board your coach for the return trip where you can share the wide array of experiences you enjoyed. (B)

Cancellation policy: if insurance is not purchased, cancellation charges are: 61 days and earlier: full refund; 60-22 days before departure: $100; 21 and less days prior to departure: no refund.

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