League of New Hampshire Craftsmen Fair
August 4 - 12, 2012
79th Annual Craftsmen fair
Tour Itinerary
Day one Anheuser-Busch Brewery tour & tasting
This afternoon, arrive to the Anheuser-Busch Brewery located along the scenic New England countryside. The tour includes a visit to the Clydesdale Hamlet, home to the world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales. At the Brew Hall, discover how the world's greatest beers are carefully crafted using the highest quality ingredients and packaged in a state-of-the-art facility following by a tasting of select brews. Check in to our central New Hampshire hotel for a for a three night stay. Meals - Dinner
Day Two Canterbury Shaker Village & 78th Annual Craftsmen’s fair
This morning, visit the Canterbury Shaker Village, a National Historic Landmark preserving 200 years of Shaker life on 694 acres, 25 original buildings, gardens, and trails. Learn about the fascinating history of the Canterbury Shakers as we tour through buildings and exhibits and visit with skilled artisans as they create traditional Shaker-style products such as traditional oval boxes, brooms, and textiles. Spend the afternoon at the 79th Annual League of NH Craftsmen’s Fair - the Oldest Craft Fair in America. The League of NH Craftsmen's Fair is one of the finest, most prestigious craft events in the country today. This annual event features both traditional and contemporary fine craft work by juried members of the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen. Enjoy a wide variety of demonstrations, along with workshops and live musical performances.
Meals – Breakfast, Dinner
Day Three M/S Mount Washington Cruise & Castle in the Clouds
Today will be spent in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire. Board the M/S Mount Washington for a scenic luncheon cruise on Lake Winnipesaukee; the state’s largest and most beautiful lake. This afternoon visit Castle in the Clouds. Nestled high above the Ossippee Mountain Range, this spectacular Arts & Crafts mansion was built by over 1200 craftsmen at a cost of over $1 million in 1914 and is a wonderfully preserved example of how country life was lived by the fabulously wealthy at the turn of the century.
Meals – Breakfast, Lunch
Day Four Depart for home
This morning bid farewell to New Hampshire as we journey home.
Meals - Breakfast
Tour Inclusions:
Three night’s accommodations
Three breakfasts
Two dinners
One luncheon
Anheuser-Busch Brewery tour and tasting
Admission to Canterbury Shaker Village
77th Annual Craftsmen’s fair
M/S Mount Washington Cruise w/ Luncheon
Admission to Castle in the Clouds
Three days professional meet & greet and tour guide service
Luggage handling (one piece per person)
Room taxes; meal taxes and gratuities
