Philadelphia Flower Show

Join us for an exciting four-day getaway in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania for the beautiful Philadelphia
Flower Show.

The PHS Philadelphia Flower Show is both the nation’s largest and the world’s longest-running horticultural event, featuring stunning displays by premier floral and landscape designers from around the globe. It’s also been honored as the best overall event in the world by the International Festivals & Events Association, competing with events such as the Kentucky Derby Festival, Tournament of Roses Parade, Indianapolis 500 Festival, and more! On our way to Philadelphia, we will be stopping overnight in Corning, NY visiting the Corning Museum of Glass where we will be having a guided tour and a glass blowing demonstration. We will also be visiting the Rockwell Museum, which explores the evolving story of America through the eyes of artists. During your time in Philadelphia, you will have a guided tour of the city and spend a whole day at the festival exploring the acres of garden displays, esteemed competitions in horticulture and many other special events. On the third day we will be off to Longwood Gardens – a public garden that consists of more than 1,100 acres of gardens, woodlands, and meadows. Additionally, we will visit the Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library. This tour will include 1 night at the Radisson Hotel Corning and 3 nights at the Four Points Sheraton City Center Philadelphia with breakfast daily, 2 lunches, roundtrip motor coach transportation, and the services of a Cardinal Lakeshore Tour director!

A valid Canadian passport is required for this tour.

Day 1: Museum of Glass & Rockwell Museum in Corning, New York (L)

Board our coach at your designated pickup location this morning as we make our way to Corning, New York. We’ll make comfort stops along the way. On arrival in Corning, we will first visit the Museum of Glass where we will be having a guided tour and a glass blowing demonstration. There will also be an included lunch at the cafeteria in the museum. We will also be visiting the Rockwell Museum, which explores the evolving story of America through the eyes of artists. Afterwards, it’ll be time to check in at the Raddison Hotel where we will spend the night. You will be able to relax, grab dinner on your own at one of the many surrounding restaurants and rest up before tomorrow.

Day 2: Travel to Philadelphia & Tour of Philadelphia (B)

In the morning, you will enjoy an included breakfast at the Raddison Hotel before we set off to Philadelphia. Most of the day will be spent travelling to our destination, but we will ensure that there are comfort stops and a stop to grab lunch (on your own) during the trip to the city. Upon arrival in Philadelphia, we will enjoy a step-on, guided tour of the historic city where you can take in all the sights and culture. Then we’ll check into the Four Points Sheraton City Center where we will spend 3 nights. You can grab dinner (on your own) and enjoy the surrounding areas of the hotel in preparation for a big day ahead at the Flower Show.

Day 3: Philadelphia Flower Show (B)

Following our included breakfast at the hotel, it’ll be time for the main event – the stunning PHS Philadelphia Flower Show! We’ll spend the rest of the day at the festival exploring the acres of garden displays. There will also be esteemed competitions in horticulture and artistic floral arranging, gardening presentations and demonstrations, and special events. Lunch and Dinner will be on your own and can be enjoyed at the number of surrounding eateries.

Day 4: Longwood Gardens & The Winterthur Garden, Museum and Library (B, L)

After an included breakfast at the hotel in the morning, we will be making our way to Longwood Gardens – a public garden that consists of more than 1,100 acres of gardens, woodlands, and meadows. We will also enjoy an included lunch at this beautiful location, where you can soak in the vast, verdant landscapes. Following the Longwood Gardens will be a tour of the Winterthur Garden, Museum and Library. The museum and estate were once the home of Sir Henry Francis du Pont, the founder of Winterthur, known for his antique collecting and horticulture. After our day of touring, we will return to the hotel where you can grab dinner (on your own) or enjoy the city at your leisure.

Day 5: Depart for home (B)

After an included breakfast this morning, we will check out of our hotel and begin the journey home with comfort stops along the way. Our coach will return to our designated pickup locations and bid you farewell!

A $150 per person non-refundable deposit due at time of booking. Final payment will be due 45 days prior to departure. Cancellation insurance is highly recommended. Please call our office for a quote. This itinerary is only a guide and is subject to change. Please visit our website for our full terms and conditions: http://www.cardinallakeshore.ca/ourpolicy