A Mountain Spring in North Carolina

Welcome the colors of spring at the Biltmore Estate’s annual Festival of Flowers. Spring awakens the heady scents and glorious sights as blooms burst forth from a variety of flowers, and 1000 native & hybrid azaleas add pastel colors to the garden’s palette. Marvel at George Vanderbilt’s extraordinary estate which comprises 8,000 acres fashioned by landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted. Tour the castle-like mansion, America’s largest home, with 4 acres of floor space containing 65 fireplaces, 43 bathrooms, 34 bedrooms and 3 kitchens! Enjoy a  4-night night stay of Vanderbilt hospitality at the Biltmore Estate’s new Village Hotel located on the beautiful grounds of the Biltmore Estate near Asheville NC.  Stroll the colorful gardens, tour Biltmore Winery, and shop at Antler Hill Village. 

Day 1

Flight to Charlotte NC. Arrive at the Village Hotel located on the grounds of the Biltmore Estate for a 4-night stay. Nestled amidst the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains of Asheville, NC this charming hotel is easily accessible to the estate’s many fine amenities via complimentary shuttle service. Enjoy the Winery at Biltmore, historic farm, Vanderbilt Family Museum, shopping and attractions at Antler Hill Village at Biltmore. Dinner.

Day 2

Breakfast. Visit the Biltmore Estate – home of the Vanderbilts. This extraordinary estate comprises 8,000 acres fashioned by landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted. Stroll the magnificent landscaped grounds featuring gardens of blooming flowers, trees, and shrubs. Designed by famed architect Richard Morris Hunt, the Biltmore Estate is America’s largest home with 65 fireplaces, 43 bathrooms, 34 bedrooms & 3 kitchens. Dinner.

Day 3

Breakfast. Enjoy stunning mountainous scenery as you take a cruise on Lake Lure. Visit legendary, picturesque Chimney Rock Park for breath-taking panoramic views. Dinner.

Day 4

Breakfast. Morning guided tour of Asheville. Time for lunch and shopping in downtown Asheville. Free afternoon to enjoy the hotel and nearby attractions.

Day 5

Breakfast. Visit The Billy Graham Library and Home, Charlotte. Lunch. Flight home.

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