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Below are Mini-Tours planned for 2008; contact the MYW Tours Office for more information 1-800-296-1991.
All mini-tours depart from near Lancaster, PA and travel to sites in local proximity.
Philadelphia Flower Show (PA)
Wednesday, March 5
Stroll through a ten-acre garden at the PA Convention Center! See awe-inspiring beauty all around as you admire the thousands of flowers centered on this year's New Orleans' theme, "Jazz it Up!"
"But Now I See" at Freedom Chapel (PA)
Thursday, April 10
At Freedom Chapel Dinner Theatre, see the drama telling the story behind the world's best-known and most-sung hymn by converted slave trader John Newton - "Amazing Grace." Lunch and area driving tour included.
Brooklyn Tabernacle (NYC)
Sunday, April 27 (note change of date)
Attend a noon worship service in the heart of Brooklyn. Hear an inspirational message and the Tabernacle Choir. Time for lunch at South Street Seaport. Stroll the streets of NYC or walk to Ground Zero during your free time.
Historic House & Garden Tour (NJ)
Thursday, May 22
Tour the picturesque gardens in springtime at the Frelinghuysen Arboretum and view the Colonial Revival architecture of the mansion. Explore the main floor of the Vail Mansion as well as the factory building at Historic Speedwell—birthplace of the telegraph. Boxed lunch at the Arboretum.
American Girl Place (NYC)
June 24 Full
A special tour for girls and ladies of all ages! Explore all four floors full of dolls, outfits, accessories and more at American Girl Place in NYC. Luncheon and theatre production are also offered. Sign up early.
"Smoke on the Mountian" Dinner Theater (PA)
Friday, July 25 Wait List
After a stop at Cabela's - the world's foremost outfitter - enjoy a full-course lunch at The Pines Dinner Theatre. Then sit back and join the Sanders Family as they present gospel songs and stories from their little mountain church which will leave you clapping, singing, laughing and cheering!
"Mary Poppins" on Broadway (NYC)
Wednesday, July 30 Full
A family-friendly Disney on Broadway performance of this British nanny and her charges. Recommended for ages 6 and up. There's just one word to describe this enchanting musical - supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!
NEW! Charming Cape May (NJ) - Just Added -
Saturday, September 6 Filling up Fast!
A perfect way to end your summer with a visit to one of the oldest seashore resorts on the Atlantic Coast! Climb the lighthouse; take a trolley tour; visit the Emlen Physick Estate. Enjoy free time to stroll around town or shoreline. A special lunch experience at Aleathea’s Restaurant is included.
Over the River . . . (PA)
Tuesday, September 9
An early fall tour to explore nearby picturesque Cumberland County. Enjoy views from the top of Kings Gap State Park and lunch in the mansion. After visiting the village of Boiling Springs, cross the valley to Meadowbrooke Gourde shop. The nearby alpaca farm is unique.
Canaan Valley (WV)
Wednesday - Friday, October 8-10 (3 days) Full - Wait List
A perfect get-away to the mountains of West Virginia! Lodge at Canaan Valley, view Seneca Rocks and Smokehole Caverns, ride the Tygart Flyer R.R. high into the hills, marvel at Blackwater Falls State Park, visit Simon Pearce Glass and more. See the colors of the wild and wonderful state.
Food, Quilts & Color (PA)
Wednesday, October 15
A new central PA tour featuring a progressive meal with a tour at a Victorian mansion and crepe demo at a 19th-century showpiece restaurant. Stroll the farmer's market and be treated to a driving tour by a local Old Order Mennonite.
Candles & Christmas Tea
Tuesday, December 2
Candle-decorating demo; special luncheon while enjoying the holiday classic "A Cup of Christmas Tea." Tour Fort Hunter Mansion dressed for the holidays.
Living Christmas Tree
Thursday, December 4
Tour the decorated Shriver House Museum in Gettysburg; dinner buffet at the town's oldest, most historic home - the Dobbin House Tavern. At Newburg First Church of God, over 50 voices participate in the "Living Christmas Tree."
Byers' Choice & Mansion
Wednesday, December 10
See craftsmen creating "carolers" and "kindles" at Byers Choice. Stroll down Christmas alley. Marvel at each holiday-decorated room at the Pearl Buck House. Buffet lunch.
Vienna Boys' Choir
Sunday, December 14
Enjoy an afternoon performance at Carnegie Hall in New York City with the world-famous Austrian voices of the Vienna Boys' Choir. Details and cost will be included in itinerary available late summer.
Vienna Boys' Choir
Wednesday, December 17
Enjoy an evening performance at the Whitaker Center in Harrisburg with the world-famous Austrian voices of the Vienna Boys' Choir. Details and cost will be included in itinerary available late summer.
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