Hiking Trails and Virginia Wines
Escape to Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley for a weekend retreat filled with hiking, wine tasting, and more.
Enjoy a relaxing stay at The Blackburn, a private winery tour and tasting at Barren Ridge Vineyards, excellent food from our award-winning restaurants, and the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Here’s your itinerary for the weekend
Accommodations
Check into your accommodations at the Blackburn Inn and Conference Center. After you unpack, unwind with a glass of sparkling in your souvenir champagne flutes.
Train Excursion
Choose from:
Alleghany Special - West 10:30am
Travel west through the rolling fields of the Shenandoah Valley, bound for the George Washington and Jefferson.
Blue Ridge Flyer - East 3:30pm
Journey through the Blue Ridge Tunnel, carved out of rock hundreds of feet below the mountain summit above.
Attractions
When you aren’t riding the rails, spend time exploring downtown Staunton. Some of our favorite things to do include:
- Learn about the life & legacy of President Woodrow Wilson at his birthplace and museum.
- Take in a show at the world’s only re-creation of Shakespeare’s theater, the Blackfriars Playhouse.
- Explore the history and architecture of Staunton on a self-guided walking tour. Be sure to make time for some window shopping!
Nightlife
Staunton is a foodie destination with lots of options for all appetites. We suggest trying:
- Dine at the southern-inspired Zynodoa or try the charming café, Cossette.
- Relax with a glass of wine or craft beer at The Green Room or Yelping Dog.
- Enjoy a scoop of gelato at The Split Banana.
Included in Package
- Vineyard Walk and Talk Vineyard Walk and talk at Barren Ridge Vineyard.
- Wine and Charcuterie 1 Salami of choice, 1 artisanal cheese of choice, organic olives and crackers or baguette from Giancarlo from Barren Ridge Vineyards with a bottle of Rose
- Dinner Voucher $50 dinner voucher for BLU Point Seafood or Zynodoa
- Picnic for Two Including sandwiches on ciabatta bread with turkey, ham, salami and lettuce with a red pepper cheese spread, pesto caprese pasta salad, chips, Pellegrino, and a cookie (subject to change)
- Breakfast for Two Breakfast at the Second Draft Bistro. Served Daily from 7 am-10 am.
- Sparkling Wine and Chocolate Covered Strawberries Arrival A bottle of sparkling wine and decadent chocolate-covered strawberries placed in your room ready for your arrival. Packaged and placed in the room following Stay Safe procedures.
