August 17-20
I have been wanting to go to beautiful Lake George (named the cleanest lake in the USA) and the famous town of Woodstock for at least a decade. Several years ago, I spent a weekend in Saratoga Springs and loved it! So, why not go to all three?! They are close together + each is so special and unique.
A little summer getaway is always wonderful. I chose midweek because it won’t be so crowded or so expensive, and you can still get to the shore for the weekend!
This will be a fun journey to do with girlfriends or a family member, OR come solo and make lots of new friends!
ITINERARY
MONDAY, AUGUST 17 (D)
8:00am Meet our motorcoach at the huge parking lot at 331 New Britain Rd, Doylestown. Please be on time!
Today we will depart for an unforgettable adventure to Lake George, NY. Throughout the tour you will enjoy the perfect combination of touring historical sights, gorgeous scenery, and cruising crystal clear waters.
A lunch stop will be made enroute to Albany, the capital city of NY State. Upon arrival, we will meet a local guide for a narrated drive through Albany’s historic streets, passing landmarks like the Empire State Plaza and Washington Park, while learning about the city’s rich heritage. With over 400 years of history, there is much to be discovered.
Then enjoy a docent-led tour of the NY State Capitol, a National Historic Landmark renowned for its fascinating history and stunning 1880s architecture, which dominates the landscape. The interior tour highlights beautiful craftsmanship.
Our lodging for the next 3 nights will be at the Hampton Inn Lake George, an ideal setting for discovering this area, just minutes from gorgeous Lake George.
This comfortable hotel features clean, well-appointed rooms, a complimentary hot breakfast, and free Wifi. Guests can relax in the indoor pool, stay active in the fitness center, unwind in the welcoming lobby with cozy seating, or chill out in the bar lounge. This hotel also offers a gift shop and outdoor seating with a firepit.
The hotel’s convenient location offers easy access to local attractions, outdoor activities, and the charming Lake George Village.
Dinner is included this evening at a local restaurant.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 18 (B, L)
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, then meet our guide for a full day of touring.
A 5 mile drive along the scenic highway will take us to the Summit of Prospect Mountain for spectacular views of Lake George and the High Peaks of the Adirondack Mountains, with 360-degree / 100 mile views from the 2030 foot summit.
We’ll continue to explore the scenery of Lake George and take in the grandeur of Millionaire’s Row, lined with historic mansions, while uncovering fascinating stories and hidden gems of upstate New York.
Next enjoy a delicious lunch + narrated cruise on Lake George aboard the elegant steamboat “Lac du Sacrement”.
Savor your meal, while gliding across sparking waters, surrounded by breathtaking views of the Adirondack Mountains. This experience combines scenic beauty, local flavor and the charm of lake cruising for an unforgettable afternoon.
There will be some free time to stroll the village of Lake George before returning to the hotel to refresh before dinner, which is on your own tonight.
WED, AUGUST 19, (B,D)
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, then meet our guide at 9am for a full day of touring.
Saratoga Springs, The Queen of Spas, became the summer home for many wealthy people in the 18th and 19th centuries. With 125 healing springs, it is still considered “the Queen”. The history, architecture and local cultural traditions will be unveiled this morning on our sightseeing tour.
We will drive past the mansions of the rich + famous, stop to see the renowned racetrack, and drive through beautiful Saratoga Spa State Park, where Roosevelt Baths +Spa and the Gideon Putnam Hotel are found. We will even enjoy a sip from the natural springs, reputed as an oasis for natural remedies. Back in the day, doctors prescribed “water cures” or hydrotherapy found in the therapeutic mineral springs of Saratoga.
Lunch on our own today. With 2 free hours, now is the time to enjoy the charms of downtown Saratoga Springs. Stroll along its quaint street and soak up the vibrant atmosphere of this historic city. It is known as a foodie town, music mecca, and summer home of the Saratoga Jazz Fest, NY City Ballet, and Philadelphia Orchestra.
Check out the offerings on Broadway, Saratoga’s celebrated main street, with time to browse, shop and relax at one of the many inviting cafes and ice cream parlors. You might even want to stroll over the big Gazebo, where people gather to drink the healing waters, just like it’s happy hour!
Next, we will experience a heartwarming visit to Old Friends at Cabin Creek, a nonprofit thoroughbred retirement farm in nearby Greenfield Center.
Here, retired racehorses, including former champions and beloved fan favorites, enjoy a peaceful sanctuary. It’s one of the few retirement places that take thoroughbred horses. Guests are welcomed for an intimate, up-close encounter with these remarkable animals.
Return to the hotel to freshen up before we board our motorcoach at 5:45pm for the Lake George Dinner Theatre performance. Dinner at 6pm to 7:30pm with a 2 hour musical show. We are so lucky that The Marvelous Wonderettes will be playing!
The year is 1958 and it’s prom night at Springfield High School (Go Chipmunks!). Here we meet the Wonderettes, who are eagerly getting ready to sing their hearts out. Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy and Suzy are 4 young women with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts! Act Two jumps to their 10-year high school reunion, where we find out how life has turned out for this effervescent foursome.
A smash off-Broadway hit, The Marvelous Wonderettes is a crowd-pleasing blast from the past that will keep you smiling, singing, and toe-tapping all the way to the end! You will love this candy-colored musical trip down memory lane, featuring your favorite pop songs from the 50s and 60s.
THURSDAY, AUG 20 (B,L)
Enjoy another breakfast at the hotel this morning before departing home. Along the way, we will stop at Woodstock Way Groovy Eatery for an included lunch.
This is a retro Woodstock-themed restaurant where vibrant decor, festival energy + a fun groovy 60’s spirit creates the perfect laid-back atmosphere.
This is a great opportunity to start your stroll down memory lane before visiting the Museum at Bethel Woods, located on the original 1969 Woodstock festival site in Bethel NY. This museum is dedicated the music, art and social movements of the 1960s.
Through interactive exhibits, artifacts and immersive media, it brings the spirit of Woodstock and its cultural impact to life. Some people visit to relive the past and their journey to Woodstock, others come to experience what it was like for the first time.
Sit back and relax for the drive home.
6:30pm — Approximate arrival at the parking lot.
PRICING
Quad $1395 per person (4 sharing a room)
Triple $1495 per person (3 sharing a room)
Double $1695 per person (2 sharing a room)
Single $2275
NOTE: All rooms have 2 queen beds.
King size bed + Handicapped rooms available upon request.
INCLUDED
- Round-trip deluxe motorcoach
- 3 nights Lodging
- Baggage Handling
- 3 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 2 Dinners
- Tax and Gratuity for Included Meals
- Tour Guide Gratuity
NOT INCLUDED
- 1 lunch + 1 dinner
- Driver gratuity ($15 per person suggested)
TERMS
$500 Deposit to reserve your space.
Balance due June 1.
Funds are non-refundable, but are transferable.
Minimum of 30 required.
Kindly commit early, as everything needs to be confirmed– our bus, hotels, tour guide, meals, excursions, dinner theater. If there are not 30 registered + paid by June 1, the trip will be cancelled and your money will be refunded. Trip insurance covers any unexpected events.
Travel insurance available from Faye, Allianz, Travel Guard, Aegis.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
VENMO to Susan-Duval-2
ZELLE to SusanDuvalSeminars@gmail.com
CHECK: Susan Duval, 200 Spruce St, Apt C5, Doylestown PA 18901
REGISTRATION
To register, call or email Susan Duval with:
Your full name as it appears on your driver’s license or passport.
Your email address + phone number.
Name + contact info for your emergency contact person.
