Nestled in the panoramic Green Mountains, The Inn at Essex provides gracious hospitality in charming Essex Junction, Vermont. Discover this unique alternative to the typical Burlington Vermont hotels - where stylish charm and rich service are basic ingredients of every stay. Our stylish country accommodations and tasteful amenities combine elegantly with the warmth of a traditional inn. Savor some of the finest gourmet cooking in the country - from customized private dining to culinary demonstrations - prepared by the highly acclaimed New England Culinary Institute. Venture out to explore Burlington attractions - just minutes away - or revel in five distinctive ski resorts. You'll find we're perfectly positioned to enjoy the best of both worlds. Truly a gem among Vermont resorts, our AAA four - diamond hotel offers personalized service and luxury in a quaint setting. 

Day One

Group arrival at the Inn at Essex – A Culinary Resort in Essex, Vermont.  Upon your arrival you will be greeted by your local escort followed by a Welcome Reception.  Tonight we enjoy a wonderful dinner prepared by the inn’s acclaimed chefs.  (D)

Day Two

After a hearty breakfast, you depart with your local guide for a delicious day of touring.   This morning we travel to the Morse Sugar Farm where you will learn about maple sugaring followed by a traditional sugar-on-snow party.  Next enjoy lunch on your own in Montpelier (Vermont’s State Capital) which is home to the New England Culinary Institute.   This afternoon we visit Neighborly Farms, a true Vermont family farm, where you will learn about and see the production of their tasty organic cheddar style cheese.  This evening we enjoy a cooking demonstration followed by another delicious dinner at the inn.  (B,D)

Day Three

Following breakfast, we travel along Lake Champlain to Dakin Farms where you will see the production of their gourmet meats and sample many of their fine Vermont made products.   Next enjoy a visit to the Shelburne Museum, located in Vermont's scenic Lake Champlain valley, Shelburne Museum is one of the nation's finest, most diverse, and unconventional museums of art and Americana. Over 150,000 works are exhibited in a remarkable setting of 39 exhibition buildings, 25 of which are historic and were relocated to the Museum grounds.  Lunch is on your own at the museum.  Our final stop today takes us to the Shelburne Vineyard for a tour and tasting at this new Vermont vineyard. A farewell dinner is served followed by a dessert making demonstration. (B,D)

Day Four

After breakfast, say good-bye to Vermont taking with you many tasty memories.  (B)

Inclusions: 

Three nights deluxe accommodations at the Four Diamond – Inn at Essex

Three dinners 

Three full breakfasts

One cooking demonstration

One dessert making demonstration

Guided tour of Morse Sugar Farm with a sugar on snow

Visit to Montpelier

Admission to the Shelburne Museum

Admission to Neighborly Farms

Visit Dakin Farms

Admission to the Shelburne Vineyard

Visit Lake Champlain Chocolate Factory

Two days Vermont guide service

Baggage

Tax and service charges

Comp package for 25 paid packages

Motorcoach Not Included

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