“Charlottesville, where the beauty is as deep as the history”
HISTORIC Tours
We have three amazing tours showcasing three of America’s founding father’s and the legacy’s that they left behind for all of us to enjoy.
Allow yourself to travel back in time as you discover the historical wonders in our area. Every one of our tours include a stop for food and beverages.
OUR TOURS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:
-Safe, courteous and knowledgeable driver
-Clean and comfortable vehicle
-Bottles of water
*ALL PURCHASES OF MEALS AND TASTINGS ARE MADE BY THE PASSENGERS THEMSELVES*
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Founding Father's 2 day tour
Our two-day Founding Father's Tour highlights Charlottesville's wine and history, two things that make the area great. We begin with a guided tour of Monticello and end with a glass of wine at Jefferson Vineyards for a little relaxation. We start our second day at the Ashlawn Highland estate of James Monroe, then head to the stunning Barboursville Vineyard and Ruins for an incredible lunch and wine sampling. Finally, a guided tour of James Madison's Montpelier rounds up the afternoon.
Jefferson’s Monticello Monroe’s Ashlawn Highland
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Founding Father's day tour
There are several historic properties and delicious wines to enjoy on this busy day. We first travel to Orange County, north of Charlottesville, where you will take a guided tour of James Madison's Montpelier. We continue with a visit to Barboursville Vineyards and Ruins for lunch and a glass of wine. A guided tour of Monticello, the home of Thomas Jefferson, will be our final stop.
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UNESCO world heritage tour
This tour brings us to two of Thomas Jefferson's masterpieces, the University of Virginia and Monticello, which were both named UNESCO World Heritage sites in 1987. Our journey begins with a guided tour of University Lawn and the Rotunda at the University of Virginia. Our next destination is Monticello's David M. Rubenstein Visitor Center. This place has a great gift shop, numerous exhibitions about Thomas Jefferson, and Monticello. For a quick bite to eat and a drink, stop by the Monticello Farm Table Cafe before to your guided tour of the estate.