Biltmore Christmas
Bus Tour
SPACE AVAILABLE
Tour Dates:
November 16-18, 2026 (SPACE AVAILABLE)
Departure Locations:
North Augusta Park and Ride, 468 Austin Graybill Rd, North Augusta, SC 29860
Parking is free at this location. We have arranged a special rate of $115 per night plus tax for our customers with the Tru by Hilton, which is across the street, if you need to stay there the night before or after the trip. You can book using our special rate by CLICKING HERE.
Lexington Park and Ride, Exit 61 on I-20, Lexington, SC
Parking is free at this location.
Price:
Double Room: $649/PP
Single Room: $799/PP
Triple Room: $629/PP
Deposit:
$150/PP
Final Payment Due:
August 18, 2026
Highlights:
Motorcoach transportation
2 nights lodging in the Asheville area
4 meals: 2 breakfasts and 2 dinners
GUIDED TOUR OF ASHEVILLE, NC
Full day visit to the BILTMORE ESTATE
Itinerary
Day 1:
We begin the day with morning pickups in North Augusta and Lexington before heading toward the mountains of Western North Carolina. After a brief rest stop along the way, we’ll arrive in Asheville for free time at Biltmore Town Square, where you can enjoy lunch, browse local shops, and explore the area at your own pace. The afternoon continues with a visit to the Folk Art Center along the Blue Ridge Parkway, showcasing Appalachian crafts and regional artwork. We’ll then enjoy a scenic drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway with short photo stops to take in the mountain views before arriving in Asheville. After checking in, the evening includes time for shopping at Tanger Outlets Asheville, followed by a relaxed return to the hotel to rest up for the next day’s highlight.
Day 2:
After breakfast, we depart for the Biltmore Estate to experience one of the most celebrated holiday displays in the country. Guests will enjoy a timed, self-guided audio tour through Biltmore House, beautifully decorated with Christmas trees, garlands, and festive décor. Following the house tour, there will be free time to explore the estate grounds, gardens, and courtyards at your own pace. The afternoon continues in Antler Hill Village, where you can enjoy complimentary wine tastings, browse specialty shops, visit the farmyard, or simply relax and take in the holiday atmosphere. As evening approaches, we depart the estate and return to Asheville after a full day immersed in holiday elegance and mountain charm.
Day 3:
Our final morning begins with breakfast and luggage loading before checking out. We’ll enjoy a guided city tour of Asheville, featuring downtown Asheville, the historic residential district, the River Arts District, and Biltmore Village, offering a wonderful overview of the city’s culture, architecture, and creative spirit. After the tour, we will head home, stopping for lunch along the way. We will arrive back in Lexington mid-afternoon and North Augusta in the early evening, concluding a festive and scenic mountain getaway!
FAQ about our Tours
What is your cancellation policy?
Travelers who cancel their booking at least 60 days prior to the trip departure date are eligible for a full refund, minus a $50 cancellation fee. Cancellations made within 60 days of the departure date are non-refundable.
If travel insurance was purchased and the reason for cancellation falls under the coverage terms of your policy, you may be able to file a claim to recover eligible costs of the trip, excluding the travel insurance premium. Please refer to the terms and conditions of your travel insurance policy and consult directly with your insurance provider for details regarding coverage and claims.
What if there is inclement weather?
In case of inclement weather, we will make every effort to reschedule the tour. Should rescheduling prove impossible, you will be fully refunded.
Are there any stops scheduled for the bus ride?
Yes! We have stops schedule every 2 to 2.5 hours.
Do you offer luggage handling?
Luggage handling will not be provided on this trip.
What hotels will we be staying at?
Hotel details will be provided approximately one month before your trip. Typically, we select nationally recognized mid-tier hotels, such as Best Western, Tru by Hilton, and Country Inn and Suites, based on our previous trips. Rest assured, all accommodations are routinely inspected by our tour company to ensure they meet our high standards of quality and cleanliness.
Disclaimer
Sage Travel Services acts solely as a tour organizer and coordinator. We do not own, operate, or control the motorcoaches, transportation providers, hotels, airlines, restaurants, attractions, or other service providers used in connection with our tours. All such services are provided by independent third-party suppliers.
Sage Travel Services shall not be liable for any injury, loss, damage, delay, inconvenience, accident, mechanical failure, breakdown, traffic condition, weather event, government action, labor dispute, cancellation, act of God, or other occurrence beyond our direct control.
Tour itineraries, schedules, departure and arrival times are subject to change due to operational requirements, safety considerations, or circumstances beyond our control. While we make every reasonable effort to operate tours as planned, we do not guarantee adherence to published schedules or uninterrupted travel.
Participation in any tour involves inherent risks associated with travel and transportation. By booking and participating in a tour, travelers voluntarily assume all such risks.
Any goodwill gestures, credits, or complimentary offers made by Sage Travel Services are provided at the sole discretion of the Company and do not constitute an admission of fault or liability.
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