Sail250® - Norfolk

Day 1, Thursday June 18, 2026

 

7:30am                  Depart St Clair, PA - lunch on own en route - Fast Food Stop

3:45pm                 Check into Hampton Inn Hampton Newport News  Baggage handling is not available.

4:30pm                 Depart.

5:00pm                 Enjoy included dinner at Graham & Rollins Hampton Seafood Market 

A fourth-generation family-owned seafood company based in Hampton, Virginia,with roots tracing back to 1932. The company began as a small seafood

operation on the Chesapeake Bay and quickly grew into one of the largest crab

and seafood processors on the East Coast. They specialize in fresh crab

meat, crab cakes, and other seafood delicacies. Menu TBD

6:30pm                 Depart. 

7:00pm                 Return to the hotel for the evening

 

Day 2, Friday June 19, 2026

6:30am                  Enjoy included breakfast at the hotel

7:30am                  Depart

8:00am                  Arrive at Fort Monroe

9:00am                  View the Tall Ship Parade 

from the bleacher seats along the waterfront at Ft.

Monroe as they sail to Norfolk. The parade will begin at Lynnhaven Anchorage in

Virginia Beach around 7 a.m. June 19, 2026. It will continue for more than four

hours. The flotilla will stretch 12 miles as it cruises over the Chesapeake Bay

Bridge- Tunnel and the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. Once in Hampton Roads, the

ships will peel off to their respective host cities – Norfolk, Portsmouth,

Chesapeake and Hampton. As the ships come into the Hampton Roads Harbor, Fort

Monroe will offer views of ships under sail, and they proceed down the river to

Norfolk.  

12:15pm               Depart

12:30pm               Enjoy an included lunch at Paradise Ocean Club 

A seafood-centric bar & grill. Menu TBD

2:00pm                 Return to Fort Monroe.

2:15pm                 Enjoy a guided tour of Fort Monroe. 

Fort Monroe has witnessed some of our

nation’s most significant events. Located at the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay

you can enjoy the panoramic waterfront views, nature trails, historic homes and

buildings, restaurants, and beaches

4:00pm                 Depart.

4:30pm                 Next, you will ride the 1920 Hampton Carousel 

Hampton’s restored 1920 merry-go-round is one of only

70 classic wooden carousels remaining in operation in the United States. 

The Hampton Carousel is a whirling tribute to the skills of its creators –

painstakingly carved from fine-grained hardwood and painted by German, Italian

and Russian immigrant artisans of the Philadelphia Toboggan

Company.

5:00pm                 Return to the hotel to freshen up.

6:30pm                 Depart.

7:00pm                 Enjoy included dinner at Crab Shack on the James

Located on the James River fishing pier with beautiful views of the water via

indoor and outdoor seating. Offering fresh catches, burgers & cocktails.

Menu TBD.

8:30pm                 Depart.

9:00pm                 Return to the hotel for the evening.

 

Day 3, Saturday June 20, 2026

8:00am                  Enjoy included breakfast at the hotel

9:00am                  Depart.

10:00am               Visit Nauticus and the USS Wisconsin 

Nauticus uses the museum, Battleship Wisconsin, sailing center, and Schooner

Virginia to tell the story of the maritime environment, industry, and the

military.

12:00pm               Board docked SAIL ships for guided public tours.

Then

enjoy free time to experience the Sail250®

VA Waterfront Festival, lunch on your own,

and exploring Norfolk.

                                NOTE:

An All-day ferry pass is included for water view perspectives and

visiting Historic Portsmouth on your own throughout the day.

3:00pm                 Depart.

4:00pm                 Return to the hotel to freshen up.

5:00pm                 Depart.

5:30pm                 Enjoy included dinner at County Grill and Smokehouse 

Family owned and operated BBQ

restaurant. Menu TBD

7:00pm                 Depart.

7:30pm                 Arrive at Hampton Roads Harbor Tours for boarding

 

8:00pm                 Set sail for an unforgettable evening cruise! 

Enjoy the scenic views of the Norfolk

waterfront as you relax with a drink in hand—two drinks are included, and a cash bar with additional beverages

and snacks will be available onboard

 

9:00pm                 Get ready for the highlight of the night: a spectacular fireworks display

lighting up the sky over the harbor. It's the perfect way to celebrate, unwind,

and take in the beauty of the city from the water.

11:00pm               Dock and depart

11:30pm               Return to the hotel for the evening

 

Day 4, Sunday June 21, 2026

8:30am                  Enjoy included breakfast at the hotel and check out. Baggage handling is not

available.

9:30am                  Depart

10:00am               Visit the Mariner’s Museum 

One of the largest maritime museums in the

country. You will discover fascinating stories captured in the priceless

artifacts that celebrate the spirit of the open sea. Explore small craft from

around the world, view maritime art, handcrafted ship models and rare

figureheads, before heading to Norfolk/Virginia beach.

11:30am               Enjoy included box lunch at the museum. Menu TBD

12:30pm               Depart.

5:30pm                 Enjoy included dinner at the Carriage House Inn 

Classic American fare & seafood in a landmark 1857 building with

stone fireplace & period furniture. Menu TBD

7:00pm                 Continue

9:30pm                 Arrival in St. Clair, PA.

 

 

Package Includes: 

* Deluxe Motorcoach Transportation

* 3 Nights Lodging

* 3 Breakfasts

* 2 Lunches

* 4 Dinners

* Admissions & Guides

* All Taxes, Fees & Event Gratuity - ** Excluding Driver and Escort Gratuity**

7:00am Departure from C&R Bus Tours - Saint Clair

 

Overnight Departures from Saint Clair ONLY

 

Baggage Handling will be available - 1 Checked Bag per Guest - You will be responsible for all carry-ons

 

Luggage Tags and Itienary will be mailed 2 to 3 weeks prior to departure date:

 

We recommend travel cancellation and medical insurance to protect your investment

 

TravelGuard Insurance

 

1-877-617-5721

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