Smoky Mountain 80th Anniversary With Private Show

DAY 1

Celebrate 80 years of excellence in tours and travel with Wolf's Bus Lines on this fantastic fall excursion to Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg and the Great Smoky Mountains. You will board your motorcoach this morning for a day of travel including stops for breakfast and lunch at your expense enroute to Gatlinburg, Tennessee for check-in at your home for the next four nights, the Greystone Lodge on the River (800-451-9202). Nestled between the Great Smoky Mountains and the Little Pigeon River, the Greystone not only offers glorious outdoor surroundings, it's also brimming with character inside as well. The property features a seasonal outdoor heated pool, 24-hour fitness room, a business center with complimentary Wi-Fi, guest coin operated laundry, onsite-convenience shop, as well as restaurants, attractions, and shopping within walking distance. Guest room amenities include a mini refrigerator, coffee maker, flat panel TV, hair dryer and iron/ironing board. Dinner this evening will be on your own, with time to relax and unwind the remainder of the night.

DAY 2

Wake up to a continental breakfast included at the lodge. This morning you board the motorcoach with a local guide and set out on a narrated driving tour of Sevierville honoring the late Dolly Parton with history and sightseeing including her statue. Your tour will also include the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. Enjoy the splendor and beauty of the mountains and keep your eyes peeled for bear, deer, raccoons and any of the many animals and wildlife of the Smokies. Your guide will enlighten you on both the natural and cultural history of the mountains and the people that call it home. Afterwards, you will have free time in downtown Gatlinburg for lunch on your own and at your expense. Next, enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour and tasting at Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery in Gatlinburg. Moonshine used to be something that was made in the hills and done so with old stills and illegally, or at least that was a long time ago. Ole Smoky takes that homemade goodness and mixes it with palate-pleasing flavors for people to enjoy. Learn about the process of making moonshine, take part in a sampling and have the chance to purchase different products that Ole Smoky infuses with the "fruits of their labor". Your day concludes with dinner and a show at Dolly Parton Stampede. Your experience begins with a hearty four-course feast and is followed by an action-packed production combining thrilling horseback action, amazing acrobatics, comedy, a North vs South competition and appearances by majestic longhorns and buffalo. Enjoy their new breathtaking segment - Butterfly Dreams. Guests are taken on a breathtaking visual journey filled with immersive lighting, special effects, and stunning moments that bring majestic butterflies and vibrant flowers to life. During this unforgettable segment, our equine stars dazzle the arena with whimsical butterfly wings and beautifully choreographed formations. After the performance you return to the hotel for the night.

DAY 3

Following a continental breakfast at the lodge and a bit of a late start after a busy day yesterday, you depart for a private 80th Anniversary Performance & Celebration - more details to follow. Afterwards, you will have free time in Gatlinburg or return to the hotel to enjoy the amenities at the hotel. Early evening, everyone will gather together at the hotel and depart for dinner at a local restaurant. Next, prepare to be entertained by the show rated "Best Show in the Smokies", Country Tonite. The show provides the best in quality entertainment with singing, dancing, comedy, powerful gospel and Patriotic numbers in a high-energy performance. It's that "feel good" kind of show that will stay with you long after you leave. After the show, you return to the lodge for the night.

DAY 4

Your day begins with a continental breakfast included at the lodge with a little extra time to rest. Mid-morning you will depart for the Island in Pigeon Forge and the Christmas Place to browse and have lunch on your own and at your expense. The Island offers more than 80 shops, restaurants and attractions including a 200-foot Observation Wheel to catch spectacular views of the surrounding area (Tickets for the Observation Wheel are NOT included in your tour package). The Christmas Place houses over 60 designer-themed Christmas Trees and has plenty of decorations and lights to choose from to help you recreate these unique designs on your own Christmas tree. Early afternoon, you have admission included at Dollywood to enjoy the Park and Dollywood Craft and Entertainment Village at your leisure. Known for its down-home charm, this world-famous 150-acre theme park is as unique as its namesake and offers something for everyone and every interest. Dollywood offers a range of rides from low thrill to high-flying and a variety of shows and entertainment throughout the park. Also, during the fall Dollywood features Harvest Festival Crafters including unique artisans marketing their crafts. Also, savor the flavors and tantalizing aromas of seasonal treats for purchase that will tickle your tastebuds. Dinner is on your own and at your expense while at Dollywood. When the sun sets over the Smokies, the park transforms into a display of autumn splendor as thousands of carved pumpkins and larger-than-life pumpkin icons light up the night. Great Pumpkin LumiNights is the highlight of the Harvest season at Dollywood illuminating the evening sky with the whimsical warming glow of over 12,000 pumpkins and is accompanied by live music that fills the air with the sounds of Southern gospel, bluegrass and country tunes to tap your toes to. At the conclusion of your time at Dollywood, you return to the lodge for the night with fond memories of your illuminating experience.

DAY 5

Enjoy the continental breakfast included at the lodge before boarding the coach to begin your trip home. Sit back and relax on your journey with fond memories of your experiences in the Smoky Mountains featuring all its scenic beauty, great food, amazing entertainment and celebrating Wolf's 80th Anniversary. Rest and meal stops at your expense will be made as needed along the way.

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B=Breakfast, D=Dinner, DS=Dinner Show