Secrets Tour - West Virigina & Tennessee

3 nights and 4 days exploring West Virigina & Tennessee

A Journey Through History, Mystery & the Smoky Mountains

Discover a fascinating blend of American history, Southern hospitality, mountain traditions, world-class entertainment, and unforgettable attractions on this exciting journey through West Virginia and Tennessee. From the elegant surroundings of a historic luxury resort to the hidden secrets of the Cold War, the lively entertainment of the Smoky Mountains, and the remarkable story of the Titanic, this tour offers something special at every stop.

The Greenbrier – White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia

Begin your journey with an overnight stay in the Lewisburg area, home to the renowned Greenbrier resort in nearby White Sulphur Springs. Known for its elegant architecture, beautiful grounds, and long tradition of hospitality, The Greenbrier has welcomed distinguished guests for generations. Enjoy a memorable dining experience in the resort’s Main Dining Room, where grand chandeliers, stately columns, and a refined atmosphere create a truly special evening. Guests are encouraged to dress for the occasion, adding to the elegance of this classic resort experience.

The following morning, uncover one of the most intriguing secrets in American history with a guided tour of The Greenbrier’s once-classified underground bunker. Built during the Cold War under the cover of a hotel expansion, this extraordinary facility was designed to shelter members of Congress in the event of a national emergency. Explore the history behind this remarkable project and learn how an entire emergency relocation facility remained hidden beneath the resort for decades.

Pigeon Forge & the Great Smoky Mountains – Tennessee

Continue south into the beautiful Smoky Mountains region and settle into your hotel in Pigeon Forge, a popular destination known for its mountain scenery, Southern charm, live entertainment, and family-friendly attractions.

Experience an unforgettable evening at Dolly Parton’s Stampede, one of the area's signature dinner shows. Enjoy a hearty four-course meal while watching an energetic production featuring magnificent horses, skilled riders, trick riding, music, dancing, comedy, and spectacular special effects. With colorful costumes, exciting competitions, and a patriotic finale, this entertaining combination of dining and live performance captures the spirit of the American frontier.

Discover another side of Appalachian heritage with a guided moonshine tour. Learn about the history of traditional moonshine production, the resourcefulness of mountain communities, and the colorful stories of the people who made and transported this famous regional spirit. The experience offers a glimpse into the traditions and challenges that shaped life in the Appalachian Mountains.

Continue your exploration at Ole Smoky Distillery – The Holler in downtown Gatlinburg. This lively distillery celebrates Tennessee's moonshine-making traditions, offering an opportunity to learn about the distilling process and sample a selection of regional spirits. With its rustic atmosphere, local character, and often lively musical entertainment, The Holler provides an authentic taste of Smoky Mountain culture.

Dollywood – Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Enjoy a visit to Dollywood, the celebrated theme park co-owned by country music star Dolly Parton. Nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, Dollywood combines exciting rides and roller coasters with live entertainment, traditional Appalachian crafts, music, and Southern hospitality.

Stroll through themed areas filled with mountain-inspired architecture, watch talented artisans demonstrate traditional crafts, and enjoy the park's many shows and attractions. From thrilling rides to scenic train excursions, seasonal celebrations, and delicious regional specialties, Dollywood offers a wonderful mix of excitement and culture. The park's connection to Dolly Parton's life and Appalachian roots makes it much more than a traditional amusement park.

Titanic Museum Attraction – Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Step back in time at the Titanic Museum Attraction, an impressive, ship-shaped museum dedicated to the story of the RMS Titanic and the people aboard her historic maiden voyage. Designed to give visitors a sense of life aboard the legendary ocean liner, the attraction features recreated ship interiors, including passenger hallways, cabins, and the magnificent Grand Staircase, along with personal artifacts associated with the ship and its passengers.

Throughout the experience, interactive exhibits help bring the Titanic's story to life. Guests can touch a simulated iceberg, feel the chill of icy water, and experience the angle of a sloping deck while learning about the ship's construction, voyage, and tragic sinking. Each visitor receives a boarding pass representing an actual passenger or crew member, with the person's fate revealed near the end of the tour.

Complete this memorable visit with a special first-class captain's meal in the museum's private dining room, inspired by the elegant dining traditions associated with the Titanic's first-class passengers.

Oak Ridge – Tennessee's Secret City

Conclude your journey with a visit to Oak Ridge, a community with an extraordinary place in American history. Known as the “Secret City,” Oak Ridge was established during World War II as a highly classified center of the Manhattan Project, the government-led scientific effort that developed the first atomic weapons.

During a guided Secret City tour, discover how this once-hidden community grew rapidly to support thousands of workers, scientists, and their families, many of whom had little knowledge of the full purpose of their work. Learn about the city's wartime mission, its groundbreaking scientific research, and its lasting influence on American history.

Depending on the tour arrangements, the experience may include historical sites and educational stops such as the American Museum of Science and Energy, along with information about the Y-12 complex and Oak Ridge National Laboratory. Together, these sites illustrate the remarkable scientific achievements, secrecy, and human stories that shaped this important chapter of the nation's past.

An Unforgettable Journey

From the grandeur of The Greenbrier and the fascinating secrets of its underground bunker to the music, traditions, and attractions of the Smoky Mountains, this tour offers a memorable combination of history, entertainment, and discovery. With exciting dinner shows, authentic Appalachian experiences, the timeless story of the Titanic, and a fascinating look inside America's wartime past, travelers will return home with wonderful memories and a deeper appreciation for the places and stories that make this region unique.

Tour Inclusions

Accommodations

Three nights of hotel accommodations Meals

Six meals included throughout the tour, as outlined in the proposed itinerary.

Attractions, Sites & Activities

Dinner in the elegant Main Dining Room at The Greenbrier.
Guided “Secret” Bunker Tour at The Greenbrier.
Guided “Secrets” Moonshiner Tour exploring Appalachian moonshine history.
Tour and tasting at Ole Smoky Distillery in Gatlinburg.
Admission to Dollywood theme park.
Admission to the Titanic Museum Attraction, including a special dining experience in the “Secret” Dining Room.
Guided Oak Ridge “Secret City” Tour exploring the city's role in World War II and the Manhattan Project.

Monday - 05/24/27

Afternoon
Arrive in Lewisburg, WV and check in at your overnight 1st class lodging hotel
Dinner
Experience the epitome of grand resort dining in The Greenbrier’s Main Dining Room. Dazzling chandeliers, stately columns, and arched windows — it’s an opulent setting that has hosted guests with a warm Southern smile for over a century. This evening's attire for dinner is Ladies and gentlemen in their finest. Jackets and collared shirts are required for men, and dresses or evening suits for women. Men’s hats and baseball caps are not permitted

Tuesday - 05/25/27

Breakfast:
Start your morning off right with a delicious breakfast at the hotel
Morning:
"Secret Bunker Tour" at the Greenbrier. It sounds like the stuff of movies, but it’s true. In 1958 during the Cold War at the height of nuclear panic across the United States, Project Greek Island was underway at The Greenbrier in quiet, little White Sulphur Springs, WV. At the behest of the Eisenhower Administration, a U.S. Government Relocation Facility was being built beneath what the public thought was simply an addition to the hotel proper. The addition, the West Virginia wing, was a cover-up. In reality, a concrete-encased fallout shelter was being buried 720 feet underground. It was intended to withstand an indirect nuclear attack and house all the members of Congress as well as a support staff of hundreds

Afternoon:
Arrive in Pigeon Forge, TN and check into your 1st class lodging hotel for the next two nights
Dinner:
Dolly Parton's Stampede is one of the Smoky Mountains’ most beloved dinner-and-dazzle attractions, combining a hearty four-course feast with a high-energy, family-friendly stage production. Guests step into a 35,000-square-foot arena where a cast of talented performers, 32 magnificent horses, and breathtaking special effects bring the spirit of the American frontier to life through trick riding, barrel races, aerial acts, dancing, live music, comedy, and interactive moments that get the audience cheering. The show includes a delicious home-style meal featuring creamy vegetable soup, a buttery biscuit, tender whole rotisserie chicken, hickory-smoked pork, buttery corn on the cob, herb-roasted potatoes, a specialty dessert, and unlimited beverages—all served throughout the performance so you can enjoy dinner and entertainment together. Guests can also meet some of the equine stars before the show and enjoy pre-show music in the Saloon. Typical highlights include the thrilling equestrian stunts, vibrant costumes, and a patriotic finale featuring a salute to the red, white, and blue set to music written by Dolly Parton herself, making this experience fun and memorable for all ages.

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Wednesday - 05/26/27

Breakfast:
Start your morning off right with a delicious breakfast at the hotel

Morning:
Step into the clandestine world of Appalachian moonshining with our "Secrets" Moonshine Guided Tour in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Led by seasoned local guides, this exclusive journey delves into the hidden history and craft of moonshine production, offering a unique blend of adventure, history, and tasting experiences.
Embark on a scenic trek through lush, secluded forests, where each bend in the trail reveals a new chapter in the region's storied past. Learn about the daring moonshiners who once roamed these rugged hills, evading authorities while perfecting their craft. Hear captivating tales of ingenuity and resilience as you visit historic moonshine sites nestled deep within the wilderness.

Daytime:
The Ole Smoky Distillery "The Holler" in downtown Gatlinburg offers a fun, authentic taste of Tennessee’s moonshine heritage. At this lively distillery you can learn about traditional Appalachian moonshine and whiskey production, explore the stills, and enjoy tastings of a rotating selection of flavored moonshines and whiskeys. Live music often adds to the spirited atmosphere, and knowledgeable staff share history and tasting tips as you sip classics like White Lightnin’, Apple Pie, Peach, and seasonal flavors. The experience beautifully blends education, local culture, and spirited sampling—perfect for adults wanting to dive into a Smoky Mountains favorite and take home jars of their favorites from the gift shop.

Afternoon:
Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, is a beloved mountain-themed amusement park co-owned by Dolly Parton that blends heart-felt Southern hospitality with thrilling attractions, world-class shows, artisan demonstrations, and rich Smoky Mountain culture. Spread across beautifully landscaped grounds with winding walkways and shaded resting spots, the park offers something for everyone — from toe-tapping live music and seasonal festivals to gentle rides, scenic train excursions, and award-winning cuisine like its famous cinnamon bread. Dollywood invites guests to discover more than just roller coasters: peaceful hidden paths and secret garden benches provide quiet places to relax away from crowds, while the Robert F. Thomas Chapel tucked into Craftsman’s Valley offers a serene respite with live gospel music and open doors for reflection. History buffs can explore Dolly’s childhood home replica for a personal and nostalgic glimpse into her roots, and craft lovers will enjoy watching master artisans at the blacksmith, glassblowing, and woodcarving shops — real, working demonstrations often missed by many visitors. Look for unique nods to park heritage and staff in vintage-style posters celebrating long-serving hosts and subtle themed details hidden throughout the park that reward curious eyes.

Dinner:
Enjoy a fascinating self-guided tour this afternoon at the Titanic Museum. Titanic Museum Attraction in Pigeon Forge opens the door to the past in it’s one-of-a-kind way letting “passengers” experience what it was like to walk the hallways, parlors, cabins and Grand Staircase of the Titanic while surrounded by more than 400 artifacts directly from the ship and its passengers. As visitors touch a real iceberg, walk the Grand Staircase and third class hallways, reach their hands into 28-degree water, and try to stand on the sloping decks, they learn what it was like on the RMS Titanic by experiencing it first-hand. Each guest entering the ship will receive a boarding pass of an actual Titanic passenger or crew member. Feel their spirit presence in the galleries where over 400 personal and private artifacts are on display. Many are on display for the first time in the world. Discover your passenger or crew member’s fate at the end of your tour in the Titanic Memorial Room where 2,208 names line this historic wall.

After your tour you will be escorted to the 3rd floor secret dining room to enjoy a 1st Class Caption's Meal just as they did on the ship

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Thursday - 05/27/27

Breakfast:
Start your morning off right with a delicious breakfast at the hotel

Morning:
Oak Ridge "Secret City Tour"-Explore Oak Ridge's pivotal role in WW11 and the Manhattan Project on this guided tour. Begin with the Secret City, uncovering life in this covert town. Visit the Y-12 National Security Complex, American Museum of Science and Energy and or Oak Ridge National Laboratory, delving into cutting-edge science and history. This tour offers a unique glimpse into a past that shaped the future, blending historical insights wit hmodern-day significance.

B=Breakfast, D=Dinner

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. Nascar, Air and Cruise cancellation policies are indicated on each itinerary

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.