Contact The Chickasaw Event Center in New Hampton, Iowa  50659.
Call: 641-394-3173 to reserve your spot today!

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The tour departs from New Hampton Chickasaw Center, 301 N. Water Ave, New Hampton, IA @ 8 am.

Before the Tour:

• • A deposit of $75 per person is due upon signing for the tour.

  • The Final Payment for the tour is due on June 25, 2026.

Overall Tour Dates:

• • The tour is scheduled from Sunday, September 27, 2026, to Friday, October 2, 2026.

  • The departure point is the New Hampton Chickasaw Center, 301 N. Water Ave, New Hampton, IA @ 8 am.

  • This tour spans 6 days and 5 nights, including 3 consecutive nights in the Asheville area.

Tour Itinerary (September 27 - October 2, 2026):

• • Day 1 (Sep 27): Depart your group's location in a spacious, video and restroom equipped motorcoach, heading towards Asheville, North Carolina, nestled among the Blue Ridge Mountains. Check into an en route hotel for the night.

  • Day 2 (Sep 28): After enjoying a Continental Breakfast, continue towards your destination. Tonight, you'll enjoy Dinner before checking into your Asheville area hotel for a three-night stay.

  • Day 3 (Sep 29): Begin the day with Continental Breakfast, then depart for a visit to the spectacular Biltmore Estate, described as America's largest privately-owned home. Your visit will include experiencing the Biltmore House and Gardens, as well as the Antler Village and Winery. This evening, you'll enjoy Dinner with entertainment before returning to your hotel.

  • Day 4 (Sep 30): Enjoy a Continental Breakfast before departing for a GUIDED TOUR OF ASHEVILLE. Downtown Asheville features more Art Deco architecture than any other southern city outside of Miami Beach. You will also see the magnificent St. Lawrence Basilica. This afternoon, with your guide, drive on the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, known as "America's most visited National Park unit" and "America's favorite drive". You will visit the Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center and see "The Blue Ridge Parkway – America's Favorite Journey," a 24-minute film. Later, you will visit the famous Folk Art Center. This evening, you will enjoy Dinner.

  • Day 5 (Oct 1): Enjoy a Continental Breakfast before leaving for the Kentucky Artisan Center in Berea, KY. This 20,000 square foot facility allows you to explore Kentucky crafts, history, and shop for Kentucky products. This evening, relax at your en route hotel.

  • Day 6 (Oct 2): After enjoying a Continental Breakfast, depart for home.