RECEPTIVE SERVICES
Call to speak with a specialist to customize a tour for your
motorcoach group. Here are a 2 suggestions.
Tour #1
Progressive Luncheon------- (11:30am)
Enjoy Salad and bread at a restored 1800’s
cobblestone house. Imagine this beautiful spot as a haven
for stagecoach passengers to rest after a long journey. In
the same fashion, you will rest and drink in the lovely
views from the veranda.
(1:00)
As we
journey along the shimmering waters of Seneca Lake, we will
learn how the wine industry got started in the Finger Lakes
and how to do a wine tasting to best appreciate the wine.
We make our way past vineyards to the lovely Veraisons
Restaurant at Glenora Wine Cellars. There we will enjoy the
culinary bounty cuisine combining local produce with a
French flair. As you dine, you will bask in the magnificent
views of the lake and the surrounding vineyards.
(2:15)
After
lunch, we will taste the wines produced at Glenora and
served by knowledgeable hosts. There will be an opportunity
to purchase wines.
(3:00)
To
appreciate the variety of wines of the area and to compare
the different characteristics of winemakers, we will make a
stop at another winery for a tasting.
(4:30)
We top
off our day with dessert at a restored 1838 Greek revival
mansion with the most beautiful long view of Keuka Lake.
Stroll the patio and gaze in awe at the scene.
Tour #2
Our
motorcoach arrives in Watkins Glen by
11:30am, in time for us to board
the Captain Bill’s boat the Seneca Legacy, to
experience the splendor of a meal cruise aboard our
luxurious ship as we cruise on lovely Seneca Lake, the
deepest of all of the Finger Lakes.
The casual
elegance of this finely appointed vessel is complimented by
her friendly crew. Our officers and staff promise to spoil
you from stem to stern. Casual attire is welcomed.
After a relaxing
cruise, we have an opportunity to sample some of the finest
of Finger Lakes wines at Lakewood Vineyards. The
Stamp family has farmed the western shore of Seneca Lake for
four generations. Each generation has strived to produce
the highest quality grapes which in turn produce the finest
in wines. The rose is the symbol of this quality winery.
Overnight lodging is arranged at one of the Finger Lakes
first class accommodations. The next morning enjoy a meal at
the deluxe hot breakfast in the hotel restaurant. Our guide
for the day will meet us before we head out for the
Corning Museum of Glass.
This is the world’s premier institution dedicated to the
art, history and science of glass. The Hot Glass Show will
leave you awestruck. Fine artisans will show you step by
step the process of making an extraordinary piece of glass
artwork. There are hands on exhibits and displays to
entertain you as you enjoy a self-guided tour.
From
here, we head north toward the continuing beauty of the
region of the Finger Lakes. Our stop for lunch is in the
sleepy little village of
Hammondsport. Here we will have lunch at the Village Tavern. The cozy
pub-like atmosphere will relax you as you are served a
delicious meal with dessert. Afterwards, there will be a
short time to browse the village square.
Our
final stop on the tour is at the
Glenn Curtis Museum
just outside Hammondsport. He was known as the fastest man
on earth, a pioneer of modern aviation, a true genius. This
museum has something for everyone. First enjoy a brief
video on the life and times of Glenn Curtis. I assure you
that you will be amazed by his inventive imagination. Next,
browse the museum to see first hand his many inventions, the
most famous of which is the hydroaeroplane which earned him
the title, “The Father of Naval Aviation.”