Our destination is in the heart of New York state —The Finger Lakes. These 11 glacial lakes are set against a backdrop of natural beauty. We travel through Illinois, Indiana and Ohio today, arriving in Wilmot, Ohio, where we will stay tonight at the Inn at Amish Door. Dinner is included. (D)
Grand Canyon of the East
Day 2
After breakfast, we depart for Penn Yan, New York, stopping for lunch on your own. We continue to Bully Hill Vineyards, located in the heart of the Finger Lakes. We will have a tasting and take in views of Keuka Lake! This evening we check into Penn Yan Hampton Inn on Keuka Lake for a four-night stay. Dinner is included. (B, D)
Day 3
We continue our travel, stopping later this morning to tour the Seneca Falls Women’s Rights National Historical Park, the site of the first Women’s Rights Convention in 1848. Explore the quaint village for lunch on your own. This village was the inspiration for the town in the film classic It’s a Wonderful Life! We travel to Strawberry Fields Hydroponic Farm for a tour and treats! Next, we explore the charming lakeside town of of Skaneateles, where you can shop and enjoy the park. Tonight, we have a buffet dinner at the Historic Sherwood Inn Restaurant. (B, D)
Day 4
Today, we travel to the Glenn H. Curtiss Aviation Museum in Hammondsport, dedicated to the aviation and motorcycling pioneer. Then, we visit Elmira, the summer home of Mark Twain.
Lunch is included today at the Hilltop Inn, featuring stunning views of the city! We continue to the Corning Museum of Glass, the world’s largest museum of glass. Next, we take a Seneca Lake Scenic Cruise for beautiful views and a brief history of the lake. We have dinner tonight at the Seasons Banquet Center. (B, L, D)
Day 5
Following breakfast, we tour Sonneburg Mansion and Gardens. Continuing, we stop to explore Wegman’s Fresh Market Cafe for lunch on your own. After lunch, we depart for the Canandaigua Lady Paddlewheel Boat, Narrated Cruise. Following the cruise, we will enjoy a wine class, a cooking demonstration and dinner at the NY Kitchen. (B, D)
Day 6
We depart this morning for Jamestown NY, home of Lucille Ball and Lucy Museums, with a buffet lunch included in the Tropicana Room. We continue our travel, staying tonight at the Carlisle Inn Sugarcreek, Ohio. Dinner is included next door at the Dutch Valley Restaurant. (B, D)
Day 7
After breakfast this morning, we continue our travel home, making stops along the way. (B)
Day 8
Our journey comes to a close as we arrive home this afternoon, with memories of the beautiful Finger Lakes of New York state. (B)
INCLUDES:
- 7 nights’ accommodations
- 14 meals: 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 6 dinners
- Bully Hill Vineyards wine tasting
- Seneca Falls Women’s Rights National Historical Park
- Strawberry Fields Hydroponic Farm
- Glenn H. Curtiss Aviation Museum
- Elmira, summer home of Mark Twain
- Corning Museum of Glass
- Seneca Lake Scenic Cruise
- Sonneburg Mansion and Gardens Tour
- Canandaigua Lady Paddlewheel Boat Cruise
- Lucille Ball and Lucy Museums
- Deluxe motorcoach transportation/driver’s gratuity
- Fully escorted by Jane’s Journeys
PRICE PER PERSON:
- Double: $2,324
- Triple: $2,123
- Quad: $1,998
- Single $3,144
$300 deposit with reservation.
Final payment due March 12, 2025
Optional cancellation insurance due to illness and medical coverage is recommended and available for purchase. Insurance payment due with deposit. $106 for double; $97 for triple; $91 for quad; and $143 for single.