Start your winter holidays with a two-day, one-night trip to Asheville, NC!
Monday, Nov. 18 - Tuesday, Nov. 19

Experience the magic of the winter holidays with a visit to the Biltmore Estates, America's Largest Home®. Spanning 175,000 square feet, this grand 250-room French Renaissance chateau boasts 35 bedrooms, 43 bathrooms, and 65 fireplaces, offering over four acres of floor space to explore. Tour the home at night, when it is beautifully adorned with thousands of ornaments, candlelight, twinkle lights, and carolers. The breathtaking ambiance will surely get you into the holiday spirit.

• Day 1 - Depart from Anne Gordon Active Adult Center at 8:30 a.m. Check into your room at the Hilton Asheville Biltmore Park. For dinner, you can opt for an early group meal (on your own) or explore the local restaurants for a dining experience of your choice. Tonight enjoy a self-guided auto tour of the Biltmore Candlelight Tour.
• Day 2 - Start your day with breakfast at the hotel before we head back to the Biltmore Estates. Enjoy some leisure time at the Biltmore Gardens, conservatory, and shops. Next, we will head to Antler Hill Barn and Farmyard for craft demonstrations, blacksmithing, a winery with complimentary tasting, shops, and lunch on your own. We will then head back to Raleigh returning to Anne Gordon Center around 7 p.m.

Details

Dates: Monday, Nov. 18 - Tuesday, Nov. 19
Double Rate: $380/Residents, $395/Non-residents
Single Rate: $472.75/Residents, $487.75/Nonresidents
Register on RecLink or in-person at any of the Active Adult Centers

Contact any Active Adult Center if you want assistance finding a roommate.

• Five Points Center for Active Adults: 919-996-4730
• Walnut Terrace Center: 919-996-6160
• Anne Gordon Center for Active Adults: 919-996-4720

Find a list of all of the day and multi-day trips we offer as well as frequently asked questions.