While many excursions will be done as a group, many riders may want a day off, or perhaps you have a non-riding companion with you. We have listed several options in the vicinity of each of our locations. Most of the excursions listed below will not be visited as a part of the tours and are listed as an opportunity to personalize your vacation.
Destination - Mt Welby, Linden, VA:
Wineries: As close as 2 miles
http://www.virginiawine.org/regions/northern-virginia/
There are literally dozens of wineries within twenty miles of
Marriott Ranch-Guided Horseback Trail Rides Less than 1 Mile
http://www.marriottranch.com/
(540) 364-2627
Beautiful view of the Blue Ridge during tour of Marriott's 4,200 acre
Skyline Drive and Shenandoah National Park 13 Miles
http://www.nps.gov/SHEN/index.htm
Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps during the Depression, the drive winds through
Front Royal Canoe Company 15 Miles
Front Royal Canoe/Shenandoah River Trips offers Canoe, Raft, Kayak, and Tube trips on a remote section of the legendary
One of the state's cleanest waterways, flows along the entire western border of the county, providing fishing and canoeing opportunities.
Virginia Civil War Trails
Journey Through Hallowed Grounds
Fauquier County:
http://www.hallowedground.org/index.php?option=com_jthg&task=searchresults&theme=region&county=Fauquier
Rappahanock County:
http://www.hallowedground.org/index.php?option=com_jthg&task=searchresults&theme=region&county=Rappahannock
Sperryville 20 Miles
Located at the base of the
Art Gallery and Glass blowing lessons
Long View in the Country, Art Gallery 20 miles
www.longviewgallery.com
Open daily, 10 AM - 6 PM; Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays
540.987.1000
Old Town Warrenton 25 Miles
A Virginia and National Historic District, features the Old Court House, the Old Jail Museum, a statue of native son Chief Justice John Marshall, quality shops and restaurants and a historic walking tour.
(540) 347-5525
Luray Caverns 35 Miles
Guided
Tyson's Corner Center -Shopping Mall 60 Miles
http://www.shoptysons.com/home.asp
Washington, DC 70 Miles or 55 miles to nearest Metro Station
http://washington.org/
Desination - Flutterby Fields, Barboursville, VA:
Wineries – Starting less than a mile away
http://www.virginiawine.org/regions/central-virginia/
Dozens to choose from, you can hit some of the best
Barboursville Winery Less than 1 mile
http://www.barboursvillewine.net/wine/
Possibly
Come visit the newly restored home of the Father of the Constitution, nestled in the foothills of the
Ash Lawn-Highland 25 miles
http://www.ashlawnhighland.org/
Ash Lawn-Highland is the home of James Monroe, fifth president of the
Michie Tavern 22 miles
Much like the 18th-century visitor, you will be enjoying homemade southern fare based on recipes from the period. After your hearty meal, a "taste" of the past lingers while you tour through the Original Tavern. This is where your 18th-century counterpart came to dine and socialize.
Monticello 20 miles
Tour the house that
UVA Grounds – 18 Miles
http://www.virginia.edu/uvatours/groundstour/
The University founded Thomas Jefferson, this is a wonderful place to explore his architecture, beautiful gardens, and history.
Exchange Hotel and Civil
(540) 832-3251
Virginia Civil War Trails
Journey Through Hallowed Grounds
Orange County:
http://www.hallowedground.org/index.php?option=com_jthg&task=searchresults&theme=region&county=Orange
Albemarle County:
http://www.hallowedground.org/index.php?option=com_jthg&task=searchresults&theme=region&county=Albemarle
http://www.frednichols.com/annex/index.html
Ruckersville Antique Shops 7 Miles
Antiquer's Mall and Greene House Shops Antique Mall are both 7 miles away and dozens of independent antique shops are within fifteen miles.
Charlottesville’s Downtown Mall 17 miles
http://www.downtowncharlottesville.net/
Short Pump Town Center 60 miles
New in the past 5 years, this has quickly become a favorite to all shopaholics in the area and well worth the drive.
Skydive Orange 15 miles
www.skydiveorange.com
Orange County Airport
Rt. 20 South,
540-942-3871 or Toll free: 877-DIVESKY
http://www.blueridgeballoon.com/
Skyline Drive and Shenandoah National Park 22 miles
http://www.nps.gov/SHEN/index.htm
Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps during the Depression, the drive winds through Desination - Morningside Guest Cottage, Afton, VA: http://www.virginiawine.org/regions/central-virginia/ Dozens to choose from, you can hit some of the best http://www.ashlawnhighland.org/ Ash Lawn-Highland is the home of James Monroe, fifth president of the Michie Tavern 25 miles Much like the 18th-century visitor, you will be enjoying homemade southern fare based on recipes from the period. After your hearty meal, a "taste" of the past lingers while you tour through the Original Tavern. This is where your 18th-century counterpart came to dine and socialize. Monticello 26 miles Tour the house that UVA Grounds – 22 Miles http://www.virginia.edu/uvatours/groundstour/ The University founded Thomas Jefferson, this is a wonderful place to explore his architecture, beautiful gardens, and history. Virginia Civil War Trails Charlottesville’s Downtown Mall 24miles http://www.downtowncharlottesville.net/ http://www.blueridgeballoon.com/ Skyline Drive, Shenandoah National Park, and Blue Ridge Parkway 9 miles http://www.nps.gov/SHEN/index.htm Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps during the Depression, the drive winds through Wintergreen Resort 16 miles http://www.wintergreenresort.com/ A year round resort offering Golf, Tennis, Spa Shopping and much more just off the Blue Ridge Parkway. Host of ‘In The Garden with the Viettes’, a radio show broadcast throughout Virginia, DC, Maryland, and Pennsylvania, the Viettes open their gardens to the public year round. This is a showcase for their retail operations. Grand Caverns 9 Miles http://www.uvrpa.org/grandcaverns.htm Grand Caverns is a stately and powerful example of Nature's handiwork. Gigantic stalactites point down from above. Equally imposing stalagmites thrust upward from the caverns floor. Cathedral Hall, 280 feet long and over 70 feet high, is one of the largest rooms of any cavern in the East. Massive columns, beautiful draperies rippling flowstone, and rare "shield" formations create a variety of fascinating sights. Skyline Drive and http://www.nps.gov/SHEN/index.htm Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps during the Depression, the drive winds through The P. Buckley Moss Museum houses the permanent collection by the “People’s Artist” Patricia Buckley Moss. Guided Tours are available on request. A retail gallery is located on the lower level. Historic Nestled in the Shenandoah Valley, http://www.americanshakespearecenter.com/ The Blackfriars Playhouse is the world’s only re-creation of Shakespeare’s indoor theater. Open year-round for performances of Shakespeare and Renaissance drama, called “shamelessly entertaining” by the Washington Post. Sunspots Studio and Glassblowing, Staunton, VA 15 Miles See live glassblowing daily. Visit our gallery of copper and art glass gifts made in our studios. Pandora Jewelry, Maruca Handbags and other American-made accessories. Handmade art glass & silver jewelry. Frontier Culture Museum, Staunton, VA 15 Miles The Valley Ballooning http://www.valleyballooning.com/index.html Valley Ballooning offers flights from the heart of the beautiful Spring Hollow Antiques, http://www.springhollowantiques.com/ The Kessers have owned & operated Spring Hollow Antiques for 23 years (April 1st!). The shop, located in the front half of their circa 1825-45 home, offers the perfect venue for the American country furniture & accessories of the 18th , 19th & early 20th centuries in which they specialize. New http://www2.vmi.edu/museum/nm/ The three-hundred acre New Market Battlefield State Historical Park, 19th Century Bushong Farm, and Hall of Valor Civil War Museum, commemorate a unique moment in American history--- when college boys, Cadets from VMI, engaged in pitched battle and helped win a victory for the Confederate Army. Desination - Jordon Hollow Inn, Stanley, VA: Town of http://www.luraydowntown.com/lifeinluray Home to historical sites and areas rich in natural beauty and wonder, Luray offers residents and visitors a unique view of both Luray Caverns 8 Miles Millions have made Luray Caverns the most popular cave in Skyline Drive 17 Miles Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps during the Depression, the drive winds through DownRiver Canoe Company 22 Miles The river flows north through surprisingly remote terrain with
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Wineries – Starting just a couple miles away
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Blue Mountain Brewery 4 miles
www.bluemountainbrewery.com/
Star Hill Brewery 13 miles
www.starrhill.com/
Ash Lawn-Highland 29 miles
Journey Through Hallowed Grounds
Albemarle County:
http://www.hallowedground.org/index.php?option=com_jthg&task=searchresults&theme=region&county=Albemarle
Desination - Crimora Mine Retreat, Crimora, VA:
Andre Viette Farm and Nursery 9 Miles
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Desination - Shenandoah River Lodge, Woodstock, VA:
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Jordon Hollow Stables 2 Miles
http://www.jordanhollowstables.com/
Our many personable trail guides here at the stables will take you on an adventurous ride through 140 acres of quiet breathtaking trails shared by various wildlife that roam the property. See the wonders of our shaded safe trails as you stroll past the rolling waters of the Hawksbill Creek. Ride through beautiful country fields surrounded by a panoramic view of the
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